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Cedi Strengthens and Prices Drop: Signs of Economic Stabilisation, Says Mahama

May 15, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama has pointed to what he describes as promising indicators of economic recovery during his administration, highlighting the appreciating Ghanaian cedi and falling market prices as proof that recent policy initiatives are beginning to bear fruit. Addressing a gathering in Wa, Upper West Region, on Thursday, May 15, as part of his...

Ghana on the Brink of Power Crisis as Energy Minister Warns of Fuel Shortage

May 15, 2025

Energy Minister John Jinapor has raised an urgent alarm regarding a potential nationwide power crisis, revealing that Ghana has less than three days’ worth of liquid fuel available to sustain its electricity-generating plants. During his address to the Parliamentary Committee on Energy on Thursday, May 15, Mr Jinapor indicated that the Ministry is in a...

Government Engages Power Sector Leaders on Sustainable Energy Solutions

May 15, 2025

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that he and Energy Minister Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor recently convened a candid and constructive dialogue with prominent figures in Ghana’s energy sector to outline a sustainable future. The gathering brought together leaders from various organisations, including the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Public Utilities Regulatory Commission...

Bank of Ghana Collaborates with Rwanda and Singapore to Revolutionise Africa’s Digital Payment Landscape

May 15, 2025

The Bank of Ghana has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Bank of Rwanda and Singapore’s Global Financial Technology Network to initiate the Next-Gen Digital Payment Infrastructure Project (DPI). This ambitious venture represents a significant advancement in establishing a robust, innovation-driven framework for cross-border digital payments throughout Africa. Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiamah, Governor...

KSM Critiques Ghana’s Film Industry for Lacking a Solid Framework for Success

May 15, 2025

Acclaimed Ghanaian comedian and filmmaker, Kwaku Sintim Misa, commonly referred to as KSM, has voiced his concerns regarding the current landscape of the Ghanaian film industry. He asserts that while the country is rich in talent and resources, it still falls short in establishing the necessary framework for success. During a discussion on Joy Learning...

Donald Trump Says Iran ‘Sort of’ Agreed Nuclear Deal

May 15, 2025

President Donald Trump said Iran had “sort of” made a deal with the U.S. on its nuclear program, one that he hoped would secure “long-term peace”. The U.S. and Tehran are in talks over the Iranian nuclear issue. Iran says it is developing nuclear energy for civilian purposes.

Hearing Commences Today for Committee Investigating Suspended Chief Justice

May 15, 2025

The five-member committee appointed by President John Dramani Mahama to examine petitions against the suspended Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkonoo, is poised to begin its hearings today, Thursday, May 15, 2025. Chaired by Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, the committee was formed in accordance with Article 146(6) of the 1992 Constitution, following consultations with the...

I DISAGREE WITH CAPTAIN SMART’S ASSERTION: “A WOMAN WITHOUT A MAN IS JUST A MANHOLE”

May 14, 2025

In a recent video I chanced upon, a well-known and an outspoken Ghanaian journalist, popularly known as Captain Smart, who is noted for expressing his personal views without fear and favour, was making an unambiguous statement that l found logically faulty and literally frivolous. He stated vividly that: “A woman without a man is a just...

Unfair Treatment Of McDan By GACL

May 14, 2025

Persons with a pure heart will always be protected by Providence regardless of the so-called powers-to-be. Records show that McDan had been protecting the airport Land for 18yrs and for his act of patriotism, he refused to attorn tenancy to anybody save Ghana Airport Company Limited. McDan’s love for country came to the fore when...

Former national athlete sues GA , executives

May 14, 2025

A former national athlete, based in the United States, Wisdom Loh instituted a GHC100 million Cedis defamation suit against Ghana Athletics, its president, Bawa Fusieni, vice president, Charles Osei Asibey, and the technical head, Andrew Owusu. The writ of summons which was sighted by the Daily Graphic accused the defendants of accusing the complainant of abusing...