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Majority MPs Pay Condolence Visit to Hon. Queenstar Pokuah Sawyerr

June 6, 2025

The Deputy Majority Leader of the Parliament of Ghana, Hon. Kweku Ricketts-Hagan, led a delegation on behalf of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, the NDC, and the Majority Leader to pay a condolence visit to Hon. Queenstar Pokuah Sawyerr, Member of Parliament for Agona East, following the sudden demise of her husband, Mr. Bernard Olu Sawyerr....

Health Minister Urges Independent Mediation to End Nurses’ Strike

June 6, 2025

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has called for the immediate formation of an independent mediation body to resolve the ongoing standoff between the government and striking nurses and midwives. The nationwide industrial action, now in its fourth day, has left many hospitals overwhelmed and patients stranded. Background Thousands of nurses and midwives have...

Ghanaians no longer require visas to travel to Morocco – Ablakwa

June 6, 2025

In a landmark diplomatic breakthrough, Ghanaian citizens will no longer require traditional visas to travel to Morocco, following a new bilateral agreement between the two countries. Announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a Facebook post, the policy takes “immediate effect” and replaces the previous visa system with a streamlined online...

Eid-Al-Adha 2025:National Chief Imam Advocates for Global Harmony and Ethical Revival

June 6, 2025

Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Ghana’s National Chief Imam, has made a heartfelt appeal for an end to the violence in Gaza and other areas of conflict, urging both Ghanaians and the international community to embrace a spirit of moral renewal, sacrifice, and interfaith solidarity. In his message for Eid-Al-Adha 2025 on Friday, June 6, the...

Katamanso Celebrates the Installation of New Queen Mother, Naa Shasha Ahiam II

June 5, 2025

The vibrant community of Katamanso has officially welcomed its new Queen Mother, Naa Shasha Ahiam II, during a traditional enstoolment ceremony held at the historic Katamanso Palace. The event, which took place on Thursday,June, 5,2025 attracted a diverse gathering of community leaders, elders, and residents, all coming together to honor this significant milestone in the...

Ellembelle District Marks World Environment Day with Tree Planting Exercise

June 5, 2025

The Ellembelle District Security Council (DISEC), led by District Chief Executive Hon. Joseph Kwesi Armah Agyekum, marked World Environment Day with a symbolic tree planting exercise at the Marine Police Training Centre in Aiyinase. The event was part of H.E. John Dramani Mahama’s broader agenda to promote reforestation, city beautification, and climate resilience. Key Highlights...

Ghana sprinting has reached crescendo of the world’ – Fuseini hails Saminu’s 100m world-leading run

June 5, 2025

The President of Ghana Athletics, Bawa Fuseini, believes that Abdul-Rasheed Saminu’s world-leading time in the 100m signifies that sprinting in Ghana has reached its peak. The University of South Florida student clocked a blistering 9.86 seconds on Friday at the NCAA East Prelims to secure his place at the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. Saminu...

Oil Marketers Warn GH¢1 Fuel Levy Could Devastate Businesses

June 5, 2025

The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has expressed serious concerns regarding the government’s newly approved GH¢1 fuel levy. The Chamber warns that this levy could drive numerous downstream petroleum businesses towards insolvency and hinder the country’s clean energy objectives. In a press release dated 4th June 2025, COMAC voiced its apprehension over the recent...

Vice President Dr. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Reaffirms Commitment to Establishing a Women’s Development Bank

June 5, 2025

Vice President Dr. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated the government’s dedication to launching a Women’s Development Bank, aimed at empowering women and bolstering the economy. She convened an important meeting with key stakeholders, including representatives from the Bank of Ghana, the Ministry of Finance, market leaders, microfinance and susu operators, as well as members of...

Over 1,500 Delegates and 3,000 Virtual Participants Set to Attend the 2025 Africa Fintech Summit

June 5, 2025

The 14th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit (AFS) is set to take place from 8th to 10th October 2025 in Accra, bringing together over 1,500 delegates and 3,000 virtual participants from around the globe. This three-day event forms part of a broader initiative to harness Ghana’s economic potential for socio-economic advancement, under the auspices...