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September 19, 2024September 18, 2024

Former Manchester United Forward Anthony Martial Joins AEK Athens

Anthony Martial has signed a lucrative deal with Greek club AEK Athens on a free transfer, following the expiration of his nine-year contract at Manchester United. Financial Details: Martial will earn £2.5 million per season, making him one of the highest-paid

September 19, 2024September 18, 2024

Ghana Posts 6.9% Economic Growth in Q2

Ghana’s economy grew by 6.9 percent in the second quarter of 2024, provisional figures released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed. Compared to the first quarter of 2024, the economy grew at 4.7 percent. The Services sector continues to

September 19, 2024September 18, 2024

Akufo-Addo Axes NSA Director General Over CAF’s Baba Yara Stadium Ban

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has dismissed the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Dodzie Numekevor, with immediate effect, JoySports can report. The decision reportedly follows CAF's withdrawal of Baba Yara Sports Stadium licence from hosting International matches. On

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

NHIA Injects GH¢402 Million into Health Facilities

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has started the disbursement of an additional GH¢402 million to health facilities nationwide. The disbursement covers claims submitted and vetted for June and to July 2024, bringing the NHIA within the agreed-upon three-month reimbursement period.

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

IEA Cancels Presidential Encounter With Cheddar

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has cancelled its Presidential Evening Encounter with the founder and leader of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar. The cancellation comes after Cheddar pulled out of the encounter after he

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

No Compromise on Forensic Audit, Insists Gyamfi

The National Communications Officer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, says the party will not back down on its demand for a forensic audit of the voter's register. According to him, the numerous irregularities identified by the party

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Mahama Launches Ahafo Region Campaign Tour, Shares Vision for Ghana’s Future

Former President John Dramani Mahama embarked on a 2-day campaign tour in Ghana's Ahafo region, connecting with citizens and sharing his vision for development. Mahama's plan focuses on: Enhancing agriculture through modern techniques and financial support Empowering farmers to boost output

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

ECG Faces Financial Crisis: PURC Sounds Alarm to Presidency and Energy Minister

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has served notice that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) may be on the verge of bankruptcy due to severe financial difficulties. In a letter addressed to the Presidency, the Energy and Finance Ministers, and

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Italian Football Icon Toto Schillaci Passes Away at 59

The world of football mourns the loss of Salvatore "Toto" Schillaci, the Italian striker whose electrifying performances during the 1990 World Cup captivated fans worldwide. Schillaci passed away at the age of 59 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. A

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024

Cathedral Construction Stalls, Turns into Pool

President Nana Addo's National Cathedral project has taken an unexpected turn, transforming into a makeshift swimming pool after the construction site became flooded. This shocking development has raised serious concerns about the project's management and the utilization of taxpayer funds .