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February 19, 2024February 19, 2024

Papua New Guinea Ambush: More Than 50 Shot Dead In Highlands Region

At least 53 people have died in an ambush in Papua New Guinea's remote Highlands region. The victims were shot dead during a tribal dispute in the Enga Province over the weekend, a national police spokesman told the BBC. Authorities have

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

Korea FA Recommends Klinsman Sacking

A Korea Football Association (KFA) advisory committee recommended sacking head coach Jurgen Klinsmann on Thursday after their semifinal exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership. The National Team Committee does not make administrative decisions, leaving it up

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

‘IMF Programme On Track’ – Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam

The newly appointed Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the business community that the Fund programme is on track. According to him, he will work to ensure that the programme does not suffer

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

Bank Of Ghana Re-affirms Anti-Money Laundering Regime

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reiterated its commitment to address major gaps in the financial ecosystem of the country. This is to ensure the country does not return to the EU and UK’s list of high-risk money laundering and terrorism

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

Top Lawyer Disbarred Over Woyome GH¢400k

A Chief State Attorney at the Office of the Attorney General, Samuel Nerquaye-Tetteh, has been removed from the Roll of Lawyers by the General Legal Council (GLC), thereby prohibiting him from ever practicing as a lawyer in Ghana. The lawyer, who

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

Make Maternal Mental Health A Priority – Report

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) with support from the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Foreign, Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO-UK) have launched a report highlighting the need for a broader national policy to help address issues of maternal mental health disorders.

February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

Bawumia, Idris Elba Dialogue About Expanding Creative Economy

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia engaged in a dialogue with acclaimed actor Idris Elba and his team at Jubilee House, Accra, to explore avenues for expanding Africa’s creative arts economy.The discussions centered on ensuring the financial inclusion of Ghanaian creatives and

February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

NDC Weeps Over Disunity Among Minority Caucus

The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has called for unity and solidarity among Members of Parliament (MPs) from the party. Fifi Kwetey emphasized the importance of prioritizing the party and the country’s interests in their

February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

Mahama Criticizes NPP Government For Economic Challenges

Former President and Flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has once again criticized the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he described as the country’s economic mess. He stated that millions of Ghanaians are grappling

February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

Bawumia To Launch “Tap And Go” Digital Transport Payment System

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is launchin a groundbreaking digital initiative for the transport sector in Accra. Dubbed “Tap and Go,” this innovative payment system aims to revolutionize the way Ghanaians pay for transport fares. Similar to the popular Oyster Card