3 d. ago ISSER Report warns of falling Basic Education enrollment, stalled healthcare access

The Ghana Social Development Outlook (GSDO) 2024, has raised red flags over declining basic education enrolment and ongoing healthcare infrastructure gaps, despite several government policies and major investments in both sectors. The flagship social development tracker, launched on Thursday in Accra by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) of the University of Ghana, provides a data-driven analysis of Ghana’s progress in key social indicators, including education and health.

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2 w. ago UK pledges £1.25bn to Gavi to vaccinate 500 million children, including in Ghana

Millions of children across the globe, including in Ghana, are set to receive life-saving vaccines against some of the world’s deadliest diseases, following a £1.25 billion pledge by the United Kingdom to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.

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3 w. ago Defence Minister engages Cadet Corps ahead of Ghana’s 65th Republic Day Anniversary

The Minister for Defence and Green Transition, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has announced that preparations are underway to mark Ghana’s 65th anniversary as a Republic, with key stakeholders, including the National Cadet Corps, involved in the celebrations.

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3 w. ago Dikan Center launches ‘HerPress’ fellowship to empower Ghana’s female journalists

HerPress sets out to amplify women’s voices in Ghana’s media landscape by offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes technical training, one‑on‑one mentorship, and ongoing professional development.

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3 w. ago KNUST’s Prof. Hadrat Yusif calls for central bank independence, cites monetary policy failures

An economist at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi Prof. Mohammed Hadrat Yusif, has called for sweeping reforms to Ghana’s monetary policy framework, including granting operational independence to the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

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3 w. ago Ghanaian destinies hang in the balance as US considers travel clampdown

A cloud of uncertainty looms over Ghana as the United States considers expanding its travel ban to include more countries. This possible move—intended primarily to bolster American national security and address perceived deficiencies in immigration vetting—could disrupt lives and livelihoods in Ghana. An internal memo was reportedly dispatched by the US State Department to diplomats in about two dozen African nations, as well as others in Central Asia, the Caribbean, and several Pacific Island countries. In the diplomatic memo, signed by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the State Department outlined a dozen concerns about the countries in question and called for corrective action.

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3 w. ago Sinapi Aba wins big at 68th Asantehene Golf Tournament in Kumasi

Two staffers at Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans emerged victorious at the 68th edition of the Asantehene Golf Tournament – open golf championship, attracting participation from seven nations, including Ghana at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi.

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4 w. ago I am ready to defend myself in court for things I said about Zoomlion contract – Manasseh Azure

Investigative journalist Manasseh Awuni Azure has declared his readiness to defend claims he has made regarding contracts awarded to Zoomlion Ghana Limited, including allegations of over-billing and non-performance. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Monday, June 16, Mr Azure reiterated his confidence in his extensively researched reports, stating, “I am prepared to defend everything in […]

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