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GAWU lauds Mahama’s Agro Machinery Duty Waiver, calls for swift implementation

July 29, 2025

The General Agricultural Workers Union (GAWU) has praised the government’s decision to waive import duties on agro-processing machinery, describing it as a significant boost for the agricultural sector. President John Dramani Mahama announced the initiative on Monday, July 28, 2025, as part of broader efforts to promote local investment in agricultural processing and value addition....

Demolition of McDan Warehouses and Showrooms by National Security: A Disheartening Reality Echoing Raymond Archer’s Warnings

July 28, 2025

The demolition of the warehouses and showrooms, owned by CEO Dr. Daniel McKorley, by the National Security Agency raises serious concerns and reflects the troubling statements made by Raymond Archer. Archer had indicated that he would deal with McDan when the NDC comes to power, and now that the NDC is in power, we are...

SSNIT at 60: Vice President urges broader coverage for informal sector

July 28, 2025

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to extend pension coverage to informal sector workers and the self-employed. Speaking at the launch of SSNIT’s 60th Anniversary Celebration in Accra on Monday, the Vice President commended the Trust for its transformation from a provident fund into...

I can’t pretend, he owed me cash and car – Joy Industries CEO slams Daddy Lumba after death

July 28, 2025

The Chief Executive Officer of Joy Industries, Manfred Takyi, has made it clear he will not be mourning the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba. In a Facebook post on Monday, July 28, 2025, Takyi urged the public to stop pressuring him to issue a tribute, revealing unresolved issues between him and the late musician. According...

Gov’t bans possession of arms and ammunition in Nalerigu, Bawku

July 28, 2025

Carrying arms, ammunition, or any offensive weapons in the Nalerigu and Bawku Townships and their environs has been banned by the government. The government has warned that anyone who flouts the directive will face immediate arrest and prosecution without exception. On Sunday, July 27, curfew hours was imposed on Nalerigu Township and its environs in...

Gov’t Committed to Reviving Komenda Sugar Factory – Vice President Opoku-Agyemang

July 28, 2025

Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated the NDCs administration inflexible dedication to revitalizing the moribund Komenda Sugar Factory, with the overarching objective of galvanizing economic growth and augmenting the socio-economic well-being of the regional populace. During a recent visit to the venerable Komenda Traditional Area, the Vice President solemnly pledged to expedite the rehabilitation...

Lands Minister Swears in Second Batch of 530 Blue Water Guards

July 27, 2025

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has formally inducted 530 newly trained personnel into the Blue Water Initiative, tasking them with safeguarding Ghana’s invaluable water bodies from the scourge of illegal mining activities. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Ezinlibo Naval Base in the Western Region, underscores the government’s unrelenting commitment...

Google announces $37m in cumulative funding and new AI Community Centre in Accra, Ghana

July 27, 2025

Africa’s AI talent is growing rapidly, but the infrastructure to support it must grow in tandem. That’s why a cornerstone of this announcement is the launch of the AI Community Centre in Accra, a first-of-its-kind space for AI learning, experimentation, and collaboration in Africa. The Centre will host training sessions, community events, and workshops focused...

Ghanaian students set for record-breaking Europe summer camp

July 27, 2025

Story By Kwame Larweh A group of 108 Ghanaian students and chaperones are getting ready for an exciting three-week trip to Europe. The Europe Summer Camp and Educational Tour, organized by Edibeck Consult, aims to promote education, cultural exchange, and global exposure for Ghanaian youth. The program, which started six years ago, has grown from...

The Ga Traditional Council Is Set to Serve the People – Nii Adote Otintor II, Sempe Mantse

July 26, 2025

The Paramount Chief of the Sempe Traditional Area and Mankralo of the Ga State, Nii Adote Otintor II, has expressed the readiness of the Ga Traditional Council to serve the Ga people. “Ga is getting better. The Ga Traditional Council is set, and we are ready to serve you, the people,” Nii Adote Otintor II,...