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Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) Publishes New Book on Applications of Agent-Based Simulation in Islamic Finance

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org) has released a new book detailing applications of agent-based simulation in Islamic Finance. Titled “Applications of Agent-Based Simulation...

I’ll amend Minerals Act; chiefs will be involved in licensing – Bawumia

New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has announced plans to amend the Minerals Act when elected President in the December 7 election. This...

Next NDC gov’t will reopen Cecilia Dapaah’s case – Mahama

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Mahama has said his future government will reopen investigations into alleged acts of corruption and graft...

Kenya: Ministry of Health Initiates Comprehensive Headcount to Align Staff with New Structure

The Ministry of Health’s State Department for Medical Services has begun a comprehensive headcount to realign its staff with the recently approved structure by...

Kenya: Government to Support Online Learning in Universities

President William Ruto has urged institutions of higher learning to adopt innovation and emerging technologies to enhance access to affordable education. The President said the...

To win the fight against cholera, the approach must be changed

Zimbabwe is grappling with the second biggest outbreak of cholera in its history, with cases rapidly spreading across the country. It started on 12...

Lands Minister commissions Himang Ankobrah Community Mining Scheme; 8,000 jobs created

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor has inaugurated the Himang Ankobrah Community Mining Scheme (CMS) in the Prestea-Huni Valley District...

EPA staff fight Minister over attempts to eject boss from his residence

The staff of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have threatened to picket on Friday at the Ministry of Environment to protest alleged attempts to...

Nana Agyemang Prempeh I International Airport to be commissioned on May 10

Government through the Ministry of Transport has announced that the official commissioning of Nana Agyemang Prempeh I Airport will be held on May 10,...

Contruction works begin on inner-city roads in Ho

Construction works have begun on some inner-city roads in the Volta Regional capital, Ho with funding from the World Bank. The project, which falls under...

Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park surpasses Aburi Gardens as most visited site in 2023 – GTA

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has revealed that the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park ranked number one as the most visited tourist attraction site in...

Water and Sanitation calls for wise water use as water levels drop in Mpumalanga

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) calls on the public to use water wisely and sparingly as water levels drop in the Mpumalanga...

Suspects who killed soldier at Millennium City hardened criminals – Security analyst 

Security analyst, Dr Adam Bonaa has asserted there could be more people involved in the killing of a soldier at Millennium City. Dr Bonaa said...

EOCO could have done more investigations into Cecilia Dapaah’s case – GII

Executive Director of Ghana Integrity Initiatives (GII), Mary Awelana Addah, has stated that the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) could have conducted a...

Kenya: Floods Threaten Marginalized People

Kenyan authorities have not responded adequately to flash floods resulting from heavy rains, Human Rights Watch said today. The floods have left at least...

GJA to commemorate World Press Freedom Day in Koforidua

The  Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) will commemorate this year’s World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) 2024 at Koforidua in the Eastern Regional on Friday, May...

We’ll resist any attempt to render us jobless – Institutional Suppliers

The National Association of Institutional Suppliers raised concerns over the intended re-painting of school buildings and the introduction of new uniforms for public basic...

I haven’t been treated well by the NPP but… – Former NPP MP

The former Member of Parliament for Ayensuano Constituency and ex-Chairman of Parliament’s Committee on Roads and Transport, Samuel Ayeh-Paye says he has been maltreated...

Solontsi, Mabenge return to Test fray against Cameroon

Sizophila Solontsi and Nomawethu Mabenge will make welcome returns to Test rugby after being named in the Springbok Women’s starting team to face Cameroon...

Bawumia praises church’s invaluable role in Ghana’s development

The 2024 flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has praised the significant contribution of the church to Ghana’s development. Dr....

Atlantic Lithium to list on the Ghana Stock Exchange

Atlantic Lithium Limited has received approval from the Ghana Stock Exchange's (GSE) Listing Committee and Ghana's Securities and Exchange Commission to list the company's...

Morocco’s first Radisson-branded hotel opens in Casablanca

Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle (https://apo-opa.co/3ToAJ36) (www.RadissonHotels.com) opens its doors as the first upscale Radisson-branded hotel in Morocco. Situated in the heart of the...

Chiefs not mandated to rise to greet visitors – Prof Atuguba

The Dean of the University of Ghana School of Law has described as misplaced the Chieftaincy Ministry’s advice to traditional leaders regarding customary protocols...

The Islamic Development Bank Group Business Forum “THIQAH” and the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC) sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance business and...

The Business Forum of the Islamic Development Bank Group (THIQAH) (www.IDBGBF.org) and the Federation of Saudi Chambers concluded a joint agreement and cooperation by...

Ashanti Region ECG workers justify walkout at May Day celebration 

Workers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) in the Ashanti region have justified a decision to stage a walkout during the 2024 May...

Respect is earned, not commanded – Public officials told

The Dean of the University of Ghana School of Law, Raymond Atuguba, says public officials should earn the respect of the chiefs in the...

Failed asylum seeker given £3,000 to go to Rwanda

A first failed asylum seeker has gone to Rwanda under a voluntary removals programme, it is understood. Under the scheme, announced last month, migrants whose...

Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) Annual Report 2023 Highlights Robust Growth and Expansion Amid Global Challenges

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (www.ICIEC.ISDB.org) proudly announces the approval of its Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements...

Let’s protect Ghana’s democratic reputation, identity -Akufo-Addo

President NanaAddo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has emphasised the need for every citizen to responsibly contribute to ensuring a peaceful general election on December 7. He stressed...

Interior Ministry renews Bawku curfew

The Interior Ministry has by Executive Instrument renewed the curfew hours imposed on Bawku Municipality and its environs in the Upper East Region. The curfew...

The People’s Forum: We’re an orphan community – Ablekuma Abease residents 

Residents of Ablekuma Abease in the Ga Central Municipality of the Greater Accra region are lamenting over neglected and lack of basic amenities. According to...

Nkwanta South: MCE begs chiefs on his knees to give peace a chance

Tears swelled up in the eyes of Nkwanta South Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Felix Owusu-Gyimah as he went on his knees to beg chiefs...

Daara J Family, VJ, Mia Guisse, Dip Doundou Guiss to Headline Entertainment at Basketball Africa League (BAL’s) Sahara Conference in Senegal

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (BAL.NBA.com) today announced the lineup of artists and entertainers who will headline the entertainment acts at the Dakar Arena when...

Cecilia Dapaah case: EOCO boss must resign – Martin Kpebu

Private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu is calling for the resignation of the Executive Director of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) Maame Yaa...

Apple working to fix alarming iPhone issue

Apple says it is working quickly to fix an issue that caused some iPhone alarms not to play a sound, giving their slumbering users...

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Wins Global Trade Review (GTR) Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and Best Trade Finance Deal in Africa with...

In the recent Global Trade Review (GTR) awards announcement, RMB (www.RMB.co.za) has been awarded as the Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and...

Mukuru announces sponsorship of Zimbabwe’s Sables as they strive for Rugby World Cup qualification

Next-generation financial services platform Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), one of the most recognisable fintech brands on the continent, has announced that it is sponsoring Zimbabwe’s national...

Man who allegedly shot wife arrested from hideout

The husband of the woman allegedly shot on her farm at Adaklu Tevikpo in the Adaklu district has been arrested in connection with the case. He was arrested...

Akufo-Addo to commission 120 housing units at Appiatse

President Nana Akufo-Addo will today, May 2, 2024, commission about 120 housing units for victims of the Appiatse disaster in the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality...