Young people in Ghana have been urged to consider vocational skills training as a viable option for achieving financial stability, emphasizing the importance of investing in oneself and taking advantage of opportunities that can lead to a brighter future. With the right skills and determination, the youth of Ghana can pave their way to success…
The National Association of Rural Banks, Ghana, wants to be added to the government’s recent GH¢1.5 billion bailout package meant to settle outstanding locked-up capital to individuals impacted by the 2019 financial sector cleanup exercise. Members of the association are owed about GH¢500 million and all efforts to retrieve the monies have proved futile so far, leaving…
Efforts to make the Sisaali language an examinable subject in basic schools have reached a critical stage as stakeholders push for its formal introduction at the Tumu College of Education (TUCE) and the University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS). Hon. Moses Dramani Luri, a lecturer at the Languages Department of the University of…
By: Araphat Dimah In a devastating incident last night, March 4, 2024, two promising young footballers lost their lives in a horrifying motor accident between Gwollu and Bulu. The victims have been identified as Alhassan Sumani, in his late 20s, and Nafiew Yakubu, in his mid-20s, both hailing from Gwollu. The accident occurred around 10…
Calm has been restored at Ntotroso in the Ahafo Region following an attempted security breach at the Newmont mining site on the night of Wednesday, January 8, 2025. According to a press release from the Ghana Police Service dated January 9, 2025, the incident involved an attempt by some individuals to allegedly steal gold from…
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has revealed that Andre Ayew is lower in the pecking order for national team call-ups. The 35-year-old has not received an invitation since Addo’s return in March 2024. Andre has netted four goals in 11 starts for French Ligue 1 side Le Havre this season. “If we need Andre Ayew,…
The Ghana Health Service says it has so far identified 25 persons who came into contact with a 15-year-old who tested positive for MPOX in the Western North Region. This forms part of efforts to contain the spread of the highly contagious disease as health officials across Ghana’s 16 regions remain on high alert. Director…
Ghana’s agricultural sector is poised for a significant technological transformation following the announcement of a $100 million investment by Japanese agritech firm Degas Limited. The four-year initiative aims to establish Ghana as a hub for artificial intelligence (AI)-driven agriculture. The investment was confirmed by President John Dramani Mahama following a meeting with Degas Limited’s Founder…
The Sissala East Municipal Assembly has elected Hon. Marifah Alhassan Huaru, affectionately known as Alla, as its new Presiding Member, following a successful vote on the Assembly floor Out of a total of 31 ballots cast, 29 Assembly Members voted YES, giving him a resounding endorsement. One voted NO, and one ballot was rejected. This…
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has approved an amendment to its statutes, extending the presidential term limit from two to three terms. The decision was taken during the Association’s 31st Ordinary Congress held in Prampram. Mandated by Article 31(2) of the GFA Statutes (2019), the Congress is held annually before the start of the football…
