Programmes to tackle HIV, polio, mpox and bird flu have been affected by the freeze on tens of billions of dollars of overseas aid from the US, says the head of the World Health Organisation (WHO). US President Donald Trump has taken steps to close the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), arguing that […]
Nigerians are expressing outrage over a big jump in the price of mobile data charged by some of the country’s major phone networks. MTN – Nigeria’s largest operator – trebled the cost of one of its most popular weekly offers. Airtel has also increased its tariffs. A price jump was expected as the telecoms regulatory […]
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has announced plans to hold the next annual prayer meeting in the chamber of Parliament to exorcise any spirit of disorder among Members of Parliament (MPs). He believes that something within the chamber is influencing MPs’ conduct, particularly after the recent chaos at the Appointments Committee sitting. Speaking at a […]
Trinidad and Tobago is beginning to reap the benefits of Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley’s visit to Ghana, as the West African country recently gifted the country with ten thousand yam seeds. According to Dr Rowley, the gift of yams will hopefully play a part in improving local diets and reducing the country’s billion-dollar food […]
Former Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has dismissed claims by Roads and Highways Minister, Kwame Governs Agbodza, that the Akufo-Addo administration constructed only 673 kilometres of new roads during its eight-year tenure. Speaking in Parliament on January 21, 2025, he accused his successor of misrepresenting the facts, arguing that the government actually constructed […]
Flagbearer of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Bernard Mornah, has stated that President John Mahama is not obligated to include members of the PNC in his government, despite the party’s support in the 2024 elections. Speaking on PM Express on Joy News on Tuesday, January 21, he made it clear that any appointment decision rests solely with […]
The Acting Spokesperson to President John Mahama has defended the President’s use of a private jet owned by his brother, Ibrahim Mahama, for official trips to Senegal and The Gambia. Addressing public concerns, Felix Kwakye Ofosu explained that the private jet had been at the President’s disposal even before the 2024 general elections. He stressed […]
Fitch Ratings has expressed optimism about the recovery of Ghana’s banking sector, citing strong profits and improved capitalisation after the challenges brought on by the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). The ratings agency forecasts a brighter outlook for the sector as economic stabilisation efforts gain momentum. In its latest report, Fitch highlighted the critical role […]
The government has initiated a recall of all Diplomatic and Service Passports issued under the previous administration. The directive, communicated in a letter from the Office of the President and signed by Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, aims to ensure the proper use and administration of official travel documents in accordance with both […]
The Republic of Ghana has officially suspended its diplomatic relations with the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR). According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco. It statement revealed that the Ghanaian government conveyed this decision in an official document from its Ministry of […]
The death toll from the cholera outbreak in parts of Ghana has shot up to 37, with the number of confirmed cases also increasing from 346 to 359, as of December 26, 2024. The two new deaths were recorded in the Western region. This has prompted the Ghana Health Service to undertake mortality audits. Out […]
In a grand ceremony held at the Accra International Conference Centre on Monday, December 30, President Akufo-Addo presented national honours to individuals who have excelled in various fields, recognizing their contributions to national development through hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. The ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including the Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Chief Justice, […]
