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April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Child Marriage: “We Have To Situate The Child In The Context Of The Law” – Bright Appiah

The Executive Director of Child Right International, Mr Bright Appiah has said that there is a need to situate the 12-year-old girl who got married to the 63-year-old Chief Priest in the context of what the law says. He explained that

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

New MTN Ghana CEO Stephen Blewett Takes Over

Stephen Blewett, has taken over as the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana. He takes over from Selorm Adadevoh, who has been appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer of the MTN Group. Mr. Blewett, before occupying his new role was MTN

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Management Has Not Sanctioned Procurement Of iPad Keyboards – COCOBOD

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has issued a statement clarifying recent reports regarding the procurement of iPad keyboards for members of its Board of Directors. The statement, released on April 1st, addresses a widely circulated memo on social media from COCOBOD's

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Kenya’s President William Ruto Expected In Ghana For Three-Day State Visit

Kenyan President William Ruto is expected to arrive in Ghana on Tuesday (April 2, 2024) for a three-day state visit. During the visit, Kenya and Ghana are set to sign bilateral agreements covering areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment,

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

PSG To Face Lyon In Champions League Semis

Paris St-Germain will face French rivals Lyon in the semi-finals of the Women's Champions League after beating Hacken to reach the final four. PSG were dominant in the second leg, opening the scoring when Tabitha Chawinga fired into the bottom corner.

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

One Dead As Bees Attack Church During Good Friday Service

One person is confirmed dead following an attack of bees on members of the Roman Catholic Church at Owuoso, a suburb of Asante Agona in the Ashanti region. The Reverend Father and his congregants were holding the Good Friday Easter Mass

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Attorney General Directs Police To Cease Vehicle Seizures For Minor Traffic Violations

The Attorney General's Office has directed the Ghana Police Service to halt the seizure of vehicles for minor traffic violations. The directive, addressed to the Inspector General of Police, cites a surge in public grievances, including those from legal experts and

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Passport Application Fees Hiked; Expedited Service Now At ¢800, Standard Service At ¢644

the Foreign Affairs Ministry has adjusted the fees for passport applications, raising them from GH¢100 to ¢500 for the 32-page booklet and to ¢644 for the 48-page booklet under the standard service. For those who want expedited service, they will pay

April 2, 2024April 2, 2024

Child Marriage: Chieftaincy Ministry Probing 63-Year-Old Ga Priest Who Married 12-Year-Old Girl

The Chieftaincy Ministry says it is taking into serious consideration the recent marriage between a 63-year-old traditional priest in Nungua, Gborbu Wulomo, Nuumo Borketey Laweh XXXIII and a 12-year-old girl. Speaking to JoyNews, the sector Minister, Stephen Amoah Boateng, pledged to

March 29, 2024March 29, 2024

Black Stars: Parliament To Scrutinise Poor AFCON 2023 Performance – Woyome

Kobena Mensah Woyome, a Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports, has disclosed plans for a public hearing to address the factors contributing to the Black Stars’ disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).