News - Page 61 of 255

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Mahama Pledges to Settle Outstanding Government Debts to Investors if Elected

Flagbearer for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to resolve unfulfilled financial commitments made by the government to investors in his next administration. Mahama, while acknowledging the adverse impact of unfulfilled commitments on investor confidence, reaffirmed

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Brentford Accept £40m Toney Bid From Saudi’s Al-Ahli

Brentford have accepted a bid in the region of £40m for Ivan Toney from Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli. Sources close to the England forward say they believe the deal will go through, and Toney will complete the transfer. Toney, 28,

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

MTN Warns MoMo Users Against Weak PIN Codes

MTN Ghana has warned MoMo users against using their date of birth or mobile phone numbers as MoMo PIN codes, as these could easily expose them to fraud. This caution was issued during an anti-mobile money fraud campaign in Accra, which

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Otto Addo: “We Must Beat Angola” as Qualifiers Loom

Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, says his focus at the moment is the fixture against Angola in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana play Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium on Thursday, September 5, in their

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Liverpool Sign Juventus Winger Chiesa

Liverpool have signed Juventus winger Federico Chiesa for £10m, with a further £2.5m in add-ons based primarily on team performance. Chiesa, 26, joins on a four-year deal and is Arne Slot's first signing to arrive at the club. The forward was

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Southampton Agree £25m Deal For Arsenal Keeper Ramsdale

Southampton have agreed a fee with Arsenal to sign England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale in a deal worth up to £25m. Ramsdale, 26, is expected to make the move before Friday's transfer deadline, with Saints paying £18m upfront with the potential of

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Mahama Vows to Revitalize Industrial Sector, Supports 24-Hour Economy Initiative

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to spearhead an industrialization drive in Accra, particularly in Amasaman, if elected president in the upcoming December 7 general elections. Mahama emphasised that this initiative would align with

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Ghana’s Debt Rises To GH¢761bn, Amin Adam Blames Cedi Depreciation

As of July 31, 2024, Ghana’s provisional nominal central government debt stood at GH¢761.1 billion, equivalent to US$51.1 billion, according to Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam. This figure marks a nominal increase from the previous amount of GH¢587.7 billion, which

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Bawumia Highlights Free SHS Achievements, Seeks Support for NPP

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) flagbearer, has highlighted the impact of the free senior high school policy during his 'It Is Possible' campaign tour in the Bono East Region. He emphasized the policy's benefits and the NPP government's

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Government Releases GH₵700 Million to Unlock Frozen Funds

The Ghanaian government has announced the release of GH₵700 million to provide relief to individuals whose funds have been trapped in collapsed fund management companies. This is the first tranche of a GH₵1.5 billion allocation approved in the 2024 mid-year budget