4 h. ago 52 students honoured at 2024 President’s Independence Day Awards

Fifty-two students from public and private schools, including those who are visually and hearing-impaired, were awarded for their outstanding performance in the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination.

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6 h. ago One dead, scores injured as deadly explosions rock mining shops in Odumasi

A powerful explosion at shops dealing in mining explosives at Odumasi, near Konongo in the Asante Akyem Central Municipality of the Ashanti Region, has left one person dead and several others injured, including two firefighters. The fire, which broke out in stores selling dynamites and other explosives used by local miners, triggered earth-shaking blasts that […]

Events

10 h. ago There are less than 60 political appointees at Presidency – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has told Parliament that there are currently fewer than 60 presidential staffers working at the Presidency, alongside fewer than 60 Ministers and Deputy Ministers.

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12 h. ago Ghana ranks low as economic transformer with a score of 19.1% – African Transformation Index

Since 2000, it said the country's overall score has consistently hovered far below the African average of 30.3, only reaching a high of 20.6 in 2014.

Sport

12 h. ago Rugby Africa strengthens partnerships for development at Finance in Common Summit

Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah has emphasised the significance of strategic partnerships in advancing rugby development across the continent. Speaking at the Finance in Common Summit held in South Africa, Herbert pointed to key agreements aimed at fostering capacity building, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability within African rugby.

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15 h. ago CAF launches Broadcast Academy and TV Directors Programme in Johannesburg

The CAF Broadcast Academy falls in line with the vision set by the CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe of making African Football globally competitive and amongst the best in the world.

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15 h. ago Ekumfi distributors and retailers demand more umbrellas and tricycles to boost sales

The president of the association, popularly known in the trade as Abena Klint said the government’s intervention in this regard would help protect them from losing their trade with the potential to engage more youth in the trade, thereby creating sustainable jobs.

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16 h. ago Richard Obeng Mensah: The initial failings of Ghana’s new Attorney

‘I know of no safe depository of the ultimate powers of the society but the people themselves; and if we think them not enlightened enough to exercise their control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from them but to inform their discretion’ – Thomas Jefferson. ‘Everything is permissible (allowable and lawful) for me; but not all things are helpful (good for me to do, expedient and profitable when considered with other things). Everything is lawful for me, but I will not become the slave of everything or be brought under its power’ – 1 Corinthians 6:12 (AMP). Dr. Basabasa: Good to see Prof. Nkwantabisa and Opanin Wisdom. I have a lot on my mind to discuss with both of you. President Mahama has now appointed 26 Ministers of State and 16 Regional Ministers, making it a total of 42 ministers. A number of deputy ministerial positions are yet to be approved by Parliament. Prof., what is your initial assessment of these ministers?

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16 h. ago Suarez and Gyan are my childhood idols – Ghanaian forward Prince Adu

For Prince Kwabena Adu, the dynamic Ghanaian striker of Viktoria Plzeň, two iconic goal-scorers have been instrumental in shaping his career and playing style: the Uruguayan maestro Luis Suarez and Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan.

Events

17 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to President Mahama – Prof. John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

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17 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to the president – Prof John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

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19 h. ago Mahama orders reversal of Foreign Ministry land allocations – Ablakwa

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate reversal of all allocations and sales of land belonging to the ministry. He stated that the decision was taken to safeguard state assets and prevent further encroachment on public lands. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, […]

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20 h. ago Armwrestling has shown quality leadership and consistent results – Kofi Adams

The minister made these remarks when the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) leadership, led by President Charles Osei Asibey, called on him to congratulate him and welcome him to his new role.

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20 h. ago Mahama calls on clergy to speak against injustice in the country

President John Dramani Mahama has called on religious leaders to speak up against injustice and contribute to the national discourse on social and economic challenges. 

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21 h. ago Set KPIs for State Owned Enterprises – Edem Agbana appeals to Mahama

Ketu North Member of Parliament, Eric Edem Agbana, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the newly appointed heads of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Ghana.

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32 h. ago One injured as Savannah College of Education students clash with police

One person has been confirmed injured after scores of Savannah College of Education students clashed with the police this afternoon while demanding a refund of their fees. Yesterday, the students locked up lecture halls and boycotted all academic activities, vowing to confront any lecturer who attempted to enter the school. The aggrieved students accused the […]

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32 h. ago Gender advocate applauds President Mahama’s commitment to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act

Gender advocate and media personality, Josephine Oppong-Yeboah, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his strong desire to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act of 2024 (Act 1121). The Act, designed to promote gender equity across all facets of national life in Ghana, aims to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in every area […]

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34 h. ago Find resources and operationalise comissioned Agenda 111 hospitals – Dr Nsiah Asare to Mahama

The former Presidential Advisor on Health under the Akufo-Addo administration, Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has emphasised the responsibility of the current government to ensure that hospitals under the Agenda 111 project become fully operational.

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35 h. ago Mahama highlights amendments that will strengthen governance at meeting with Constitution Review Committee

President John Mahama has identified areas he believes require constitutional amendments to enhance Ghana’s governance framework.

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36 h. ago The Council of State under 1992 Constitution: A flawed system in need of review and amendment

A critical institution within this framework is the Council of State, which serves as an advisory body to the President and other state institutions on critical national issues, as outlined in Articles 89 to 92 of the Constitution.

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