Ghana’s cocoa sub-sector has recorded a 26% contraction in the third quarter of 2024, marking its fifth consecutive decline. This sharp downturn contrasts starkly with the broader economy, which posted an impressive 7.2% growth during the same period. Excluding the impact of oil, Ghana’s economy in current terms expanded to GHȼ254 billion, up from GHȼ194…
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Campaign spokesperson and Special Aide to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has urged Ghanaians to choose Mahama over the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, citing Mahama’s integrity and dedication to fulfilling his promises. In a social media post on Tuesday, 12 November, Mogtari…
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Ms Justina Nelson as the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) following the removal of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng on Tuesday morning. President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday revoked the appointment of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng as the CEO of the Minerals…
The Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, says there will be a significant shift in sports funding by his government, to ensure Ghana meets the needs for modern sports development. Addressing Ghanaians on Wednesday February 7, 2024, to unveil his vision for Ghana, Dr. Bawumia said Ghana sports has not realised…
In a remarkable feat of maritime expertise, Ghana’s Marine Pilots have successfully berthed one of the world’s largest container vessels at Tema Port, marking a historic milestone in the country’s port operations. The colossal vessel, MSC Diletta, arrived at Meridian Port Services (MPS) Terminal 3 on the morning of Sunday, April 20, 2025, from Vizhinjam,…
The Upper West Regional Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Abdul Nasir Sani, also known as Chairman Bunas, has condemned recent attacks on President John Dramani Mahama following the appointment of Dr. Hassan Rashid Pelpuo as Minister Designate for Labour, Jobs, and Employment. Chairman Bunas urged party supporters from the region to appreciate…
President-elect John Mahama has raised alarms over the severe funding challenges affecting Ghana’s education sector, spanning basic to tertiary institutions. Speaking at an engagement with stakeholders in the education sector, he highlighted the urgent need for a sustainable funding model, emphasising that the lack of consistent financing is crippling the entire system. “At the last…
African Games 2023: Jerry Afriyie scores 90th-minute winner to seal gold for Black Satellites against Uganda. Ghana started the game brilliantly and looked to have found the opening goal inside 20 minutes the referee disallowed it for an infringement inside the box. There were a couple of decent chances for both teams in the first…
After nearly three years of deliberation, Parliament has finally passed the highly contentious Anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The bill, introduced in the House years ago, was approved unanimously on Wednesday, February 28, following the completion of the third reading. Proposed amendments to the bill were rejected by the Speaker, Alban Bagbin, during the session. The bill is…
In a vibrant display of heritage and resilience, the Sisaala community of Burkina Faso celebrated the grand finale of the second edition of the Zensi Gberi Festival yesterday in Buro. The month-long cultural celebration, which brought together 32 Sisaala communities, reached its peak with a national ceremony attended by top-ranking government officials, traditional leaders, and…
