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November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Goldman Sachs Projects Strong Global Growth for 2025, Citing U.S. Outperformance Amid Tariff Risks

Goldman Sachs Research is projecting a robust year of global economic growth in 2025. Economists at the prominent U.S. firm expect the U.S. economy to exceed forecasts, while the euro area is anticipated to lag behind due to potential new tariffs

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Former President Kufuor Urges Respect for Supreme Court Decisions Amid Controversy Over Parliamentary Rulings

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has emphasized the importance of respecting the Supreme Court's decisions, noting that the Ghanaian Constitution grants the court interpretative authority. He urged citizens to accept the court's interpretations and to engage in constructive discourse rather than

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Ghana Among Top Countries for Politician Education, Ranking Seventh Worldwide

Ghana has been ranked seventh in a recent analysis of countries with the most educated politicians, as reported by The Economist. This assessment examines the educational qualifications of elected officials based on studies from global universities, utilizing data from 2015, 2017,

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Former President Kufuor Backs Dr. Bawumia As Key To Ghana’s Economic Transformation

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has expressed strong confidence in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, stating that he has the ability to transform Ghana’s economy if elected in the upcoming December polls. Mr. Kufuor praised Dr.

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

NCCE Chair Kathleen Addy Calls on Ghanaians to Hold Political Leaders Accountable After Elections

Ms. Kathleen Addy, Chairperson of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has urged Ghanaians to actively demand accountability from their political leaders following elections. “After elections, do not go to bed; hold the elected officials accountable,” she stated. Ms. Addy

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Ghana’s Electoral Commission Destroys Defective Ballot Papers Ahead of 2024 Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has announced the destruction of excess and defective electoral materials for the Ahafo and Volta Regions in preparation for the upcoming 2024 general elections. During a press briefing on November 15, the commission revealed that

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Cholera Outbreak: 17 Districts Affected in Ghana as Health Officials Urge Early Reporting and Hygiene Practices

Cholera cases have been reported in 17 districts across four regions in Ghana, with the Central Region accounting for the highest number. So far, 116 cholera cases have been confirmed from 1,600 suspected cases, with 85 individuals currently hospitalized and 16

November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Special Prosecutor Critiques Ghana’s Anti-Corruption Laws as Inadequate

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has criticized Ghana's current legal framework, deeming it insufficient for effectively addressing corruption. Samuel Appiah Darko, the OSP's Director of Strategy, Evaluation, and Communication, stressed the urgent need for stronger and more effective anti-corruption

November 17, 2024November 17, 2024

Life Under a Curse: The Demonic Forces Behind It and Its Consequences – Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim

The Founder and General Overseer of Action Power of Faith Ministries Worldwide, Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim, delivered a powerful message on the fifth day of the All Things Are Possible Conference, shedding light on the devastating impact of living under a

November 17, 2024November 17, 2024

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Lauds Ashanti Regional Minister Simon Osei Mensah for Infrastructure Achievements

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has praised the Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei Mensah, for his significant contributions to the region's development, particularly through major infrastructure projects. Otumfuo’s commendation came during the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs' last general meeting,