By Edzorna Francis Mensah The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about the pending disbursement of millions of Ghana cedis to 800,000 people as part of a drought relief program, with each individual expected to receive about GHS 3,000. According to the Minority Leader, Cassiel Ato Forson, Ph.D., “I am reliably informed that the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia…
The Minister-Designate for Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, has announced plans to transform the Winneba Sports College into a modern university dedicated to training coaches and other sports-related professionals. Speaking during his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Mr. Adams expressed concern over the current state of the institution, describing it as “a very sorry state”…
A new survey by Global Info Analytics suggests the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is on course to capture the Akwatia parliamentary seat in the upcoming by-election on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. The poll, conducted between August 27 and 28 with a sample of 2,050 registered voters, places NDC candidate Bernard Bediako ahead of his main…
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato-Forson, has hinted that the National Investment Bank (NIB) will be listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange in the future. This means part of the bank will be sold to Ghanaians, but via the capital market. Presenting the Mid-Year Review Budget, Dr. Forson said the government has taken steps to inject…
On January 1st, a joyful event unfolded at the Tumu Municipal Hospital as three newborns welcomed the new year. The dedicated midwives at the maternity unit tirelessly worked through the early hours to bring these little ones into the world. During a visit by the news team from Sissala Radio, it was reported that among…
By: Araphat Dimah The Chief of Dasima, Kuoru Nmasi Huaru Batong VI has announce plans to construct 12-seater bio-gas places to eliminate open defecation in the community. He said this while appealing to members of his community to be conscious about sanitation. “I would on this note, Mr. Chairman, like to appeal to my community…
The Sissala East Municipal Hospital has been facing a series of challenges over the years, from frequent power fluctuations to a malfunctioning X-ray machine and a shortage of essential medical equipment. These issues have made it difficult for the hospital to provide the best possible care to patients, despite its continuous efforts to find solutions….
Former Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Ibrahim Bashiru, has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to rally behind former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, describing him as the party’s best hope of reclaiming power in the 2028 general elections. Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Alhaji…
The Paramount Chief of Kwahu in the Eastern Region who doubles as the Board Chairman of the State-owned Agricultural Development Bank, ADB, Daasebre Akuamoah Agyapong II, has been asked to resign immediately from his role. The central bank gave the directive after a businessman petitioned President Akufo-Addo and accused the Board Chair of abuse of…
Business players in Ghana have expressed satisfaction with the decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to suspend the 10% tariff on all exports to the United States. The move follows growing concern over steep tariffs imposed on many of the U.S.’s trading partners, which have sparked volatility in global financial markets. Ghana was among the…
