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July 29, 2024July 29, 2024

We’ll Improve Free SHS, Remove Double-Track System – Mahama

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has reiterated his promise to revamp the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, which has faced numerous challenges and calls for review from stakeholders. During the NDC’s campaign launch in Tamale,

July 29, 2024July 29, 2024

Govt Procures Heavy Duty Road Construction Machines For MMDAs

In a notable display of stability and strategic economic foresight, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has opted to retain the policy rate at 29%, as reiterated by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) under the astute leadership of Governor Dr. Ernest Addison.

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Election 2024: EC To Give Presidential Aspirants More Time To Prevent Disqualification

The Electoral Commission (EC) says it is extending the days for the submission of nomination forms by presidential aspirants. According to the commission, the move is to prevent the disqualification of aspirants by allowing them to address challenges they had with

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Maresca Will ‘Surprise’ At Chelsea – Dewsbury-Hall

New Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca will "surprise people" by quickly getting the club challenging for major honours and qualifying for the Champions League, says Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. The 25-year-old followed his former manager to Stamford Bridge in a £30m move last month

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Southampton To Sign Brazilian Pair From Sao Paulo

Southampton have agreed deals to sign Brazilian duo Welington and Juan when their contracts at Sao Paulo expire. Both players have settled on personal terms, signing pre-contracts, and will move to St Mary's in January. Left-back Welington, 23, has made 150

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Criticism Of England At Euros ‘Ridiculous’ – Maguire

The criticism of England 's Euro 2024 performances was "a bit ridiculous", said Manchester United defender Harry Maguire. Maguire played more than 60 times under manager Gareth Southgate but missed England's run to a second consecutive European Championship final in Germany

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Fire Destroys Nine-Bedroom Hostel At KNUST

A devastating fire engulfed a two-storey hostel at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), leaving students in a state of shock and despair. The blaze consumed the entire second floor of the nine-bedroom apartment, rendering the affected students

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

Parliament Approves €1.5m Waiver For E-Learning Laboratories In SHSs

Parliament has approved a tax waiver of €1.5 million for the supply and installation of integrated e-learning laboratories in Senior High Schools. This follows an €11.5 million commercial contract between the government and Televic Group N.V. for phase two of the

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

We Didn’t Incur Losses Because Of New Head Office Project – BoG

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has defended its decision to continue building a new head office despite posting a significant loss of 10.50 billion cedis in 2023. The Central Bank despite the losses paid $82 million to contractors for the project

July 27, 2024July 27, 2024

MTN Ghana’s Network Upgrade Nears Completion

MTN Ghana has announced significant progress in its nationwide network upgrade, with 80% of the project already completed. The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) of MTN Ghana, Thomas Motlepa said the telecommunications giant is on track to finalize the overhaul by the