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Sister Derby addresses Mahama over his stance on LGBTQ

Songstress, Sister Derby has weighed in on former President John Dramani Mahama's stance on LGBTQ in Ghana. In her view, the former President's is hiding...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile Engages Prominent Business Leaders

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has today, 31 January 2024, met with over 50 business leaders in Sandton, for an interactive session organised by the leading...

2 and half years after moving traders…Agbogbloshie land lies waste 

The 80-acre land that was reclaimed from onion sellers at Agbogbloshie in Accra has become a site for open defecation and an unauthorised dumpsite. Now...

Japan avails support for emergency cholera response in Manicaland Province of Zimbabwe through United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

The Government of Japan has announced a grant of USD 774,000 for the emergency cholera response in Manicaland Province, Zimbabwe, through UNICEF. This funding...

Tunisia – From local success to global impact: Groupe International de Lingerie’s (GIL) textile journey

In the face of global competition, Tunisia is emerging as a key supplier for international textile and apparel brands. Explore GIL's successful transition to...

Same-sex marriage, sex workers contribute to HIV fast-track infections – Ghana Aids Commission

The latest demographic survey on health by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) reveals that the country is classified as one of the HIV fast-track infections...

Ghana is better than other countries – Kofi Akpaloo

The Transparency International Corruption Perception Index indicates that, there has been no progress in the Anti-Corruption Campaign in Ghana over the last four years. The...

Meet the visually impaired PhD graduate who teaches at the University of Manchester [watch]

Gerald Arhin, who is visually impaired has defied odds and is now a PhD hold and also lecturer at the University of Manchester. His story...

GHS, Interpol chase study leave defaulters

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) is working with Interpol to identify and trace health workers who were granted study leave with pay to pursue...

Entrepreneurs from Benin learn digital marketing skills

A digital adventure from the north to the south of Benin TikTok, Canva, Facebook, Whatsapp Business and Google My Business hold no more secrets for...

76% of men not aware of their HIV status – GSS Report

The Ghana Demographic and Health Survey, conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed how majority of men are not aware of their...

My faith is against LGBTQ – Mahama

The National Democratic Congress's flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has stated that he opposes the promotion of LGBT activities in the country because his faith...

Contraceptive usage: Urban married women most likely to opt for ‘withdrawal method’ – GSS report

Apparently, urban married women like to use the 'pullout' method of contraception more than rural married women. According to the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health...

Gov’t given 14-day ultimatum to negotiate Medical laboratory workers’ conditions of service

There seems to be another industrial action in the offing. Members of the Medical Laboratory Professional Workers’ Union, an essential healthcare service provider are threatening...

Ofankor-Nsawam road to be completed early next year – Roads Ministry

The Ministry of Roads and Highways has announced that the Ofankor-Nsawam road project will be completed early next year. Nasir Yartey, the Public Relations Officer...

Clean cooking advocate, Samira assesses prevalent cooking methods in Jamestown

The Second Lady of Ghana and Global Ambassador for the United Nations’ Clean Cooking Alliance, Hajia Mrs. Samira Bawumia, and the Administrator of the...

Arrow Electronics Expands Centre of Excellence in Egypt for Next-gen Automotive Capabilities

Arrow Electronics (www.Arrow.com), Inc. (NYSE:ARW), a global provider of technology solutions, and its engineering services company, eInfochips, have announced the expansion of its Automotive...

2 out of 10 married men cheat on their spouses – GSS report

Is your husband cheating on you? The 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey has revealed that two in every 10 married Ghanaian men have skipped...

No agency can fight corruption alone – CDD-Ghana Fellow

A fellow at the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr John Osae Kwapong says that the fight against corruption is not the responsibility...

Check Point Software Unveils Infinity AI Copilot: Transforming Cyber security with Intelligent GenAI Automation and Support

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (www.CheckPoint.com) (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, today announced the launch of the first-generation Infinity...

World Health Organization (WHO) South Africa’s Swift Response to Imported Cholera Cases in Limpopo Province

On 16 January 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) in South Africa, was notified by the National Department of Health (NDoH) of two newly laboratory confirmed cases...

Nelly Cheboi (Kosi) from Africa Wins the Educator Award at the TRT World Citizen Awards

“TRT World Citizen Awards,” which is among TRT's (www.TRT.net.tr) most significant social responsibility initiatives and was launched in 2017 with the principle of “Inspiring...

Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) Panel Discussion to Champion Diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)

As the fourth industrial revolution continues to unfold, demand for skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines has skyrocketed. At this year’s...

Memorial service for former Defence Minister, Mark Woyongo to be held today

The family of late former Defence Minister, Mark Woyongo, will today, January 31, 2024, hold a remembrance service in his honour. The solemn...

Pass the Conduct of Public Officers Bill – GII

The Executive Director of Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), Mary Awelana Addah, is advocating for the passage of the Conduct of Public Officers Bill. According to...

Analysis: Ghana’s poor Corruption Perception Index in graphics

The Anti-Corruption Campaign in Ghana has shown no improvement over the past four years, according to the Transparency International Corruption Perception Index. The index for...

Striking labour unions meet government tomorrow

The leadership of the University Senior Staff Association will meet government tomorrow, February 1, 2024. The National Chairman of the University Senior Staff Association, Isaac...

NUGS sends important message to govt over universities’ senior staff strike

The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has urged the government to address demands of university senior staff who are currently on strike. The strike,...

Liberia: President Boakai announces Tough Anti-Drugs measures, declaring Drugs National Public Health Emergency

The President of the Republic, H.E. Joseph Nyuma Boakai has announced a series of critical measures aimed at combating the plague of substance abuse...

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and key private sector players outline roadmap to accelerate agrifood system transformation in Near East and North Africa (NENA)...

“FAO and the private sector have a shared goal – to explore innovative, scalable, and sustainable solutions for the Near East and North Africa...

Temporary ban imposed on motorbike riding in Binduri district

In response to the recent killings in Bawku and Binduri, the Upper East Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has implemented significant measures to ensure the...

Triple A Services & Petroleum Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Atong Amos to Speak at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024

As global demand for energy continues to grow, the innovations of Black entrepreneurs has become key for advancing access to electricity in a sustainable...

Digital wallets as an enabler for financial services in Africa (By Juan Seco)

Juan Seco, Chief Growth Officer and East Africa MD of Mukuru (https://www.Mukuru.com).  The recent GSMA 2023 State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money (https://apo-opa.co/3OoJzfU)...

Driver in court for performing oral act on 12-year-old at Twifo Eduabeng

A 43-year-old driver appeared before the Twifo Praso District Court for allegedly licking and fondling the vagina of a 12-year-old girl at Twifo Eduabeng...

Over 50% of pregnant women are anaemic- GSS 

A survey conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has shown that over 50 per cent of pregnant women in the country are anemic,...

Why 12 of Major Mahama’s murderers were jailed for life and two were acquitted

Almost seven years after the murder of Major Maxwell Adam Mahama, a seven-member jury on Monday returned a unanimous verdict of guilty against a...

Okyeman to hold final funeral rites for JB Danquah

After 58 years of the passing of the late Dr. Joseph Kwame Kyeretwie Boakye Danquah, the Ofori Panin Fie, the seat of Okyenhene in...

Henry Quartey opens up on relationship with IC Quaye

Ayawaso Central Member of Parliament (MP), Henry Quartey has said there is no bad blood between him and New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart, Sheikh...

Keche fills eyes of Ghanaians with tears [Video]

Music duo, Keche has left social media users in tears with a post to mourn late Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Grace Gift...

Teacher killed, 2 injured in ghastly motorbike accident

A gahstly motorbike accident has claimed the life of a 37-year-old teacher at Assin Abodweseso D/A Primary School in the Central region. The incident...