Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Ampem Nyarko has defended the government’s proposal to increase the Growth and Sustainability Levy on mining companies from 1% to 3% of their gross production. This move aims to boost national revenue generation, particularly when global commodity prices are favorable. According to Ampem Nyarko, the modest increment is necessary to ensure...
Lawyer Patrick Boamah, Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, has outlined the minority’s expectations ahead of the 2025 Budget presentation by Finance Minister, Dr. Ato Forson, scheduled for Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The law maker outline the expectations of the minority where he stated that (the minority) will be expecting a clear cut policy and...
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has sounded a note of caution, stating that despite recent efforts, the country’s economy remains in distress. Speaking during a youth engagement session, on X space, hosted by social media influencer KalyJay, Dr. Forson emphasized that Ghana is not yet out of the woods and requires careful measures to...
Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, is calling on the Indonesian government to establish an Islamic Medical University in Northern Ghana. This institution, according to the minister would help bridge the development gap between the northern and southern parts of the country, while strengthening educational and diplomatic ties between Ghana and Indonesia. The education minister believes that...
President John Dramani Mahama has defended the government’s decision to scale down Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration, citing the country’s severe economic crisis. Speaking at the Jubilee House, where the event was held instead of the traditional Black Star Square, Mahama emphasized the need for fiscal prudence in the face of financial challenges. The President...
Former President John Dramani Mahama has attributed the government’s decision to host a scaled-back 68th Independence Anniversary celebration to the current economic hardship facing the country. Speaking during the 68th Independence Day celebration at the Jubilee House, Mahama noted that the economic challenges have left many citizens struggling, making it necessary for the government to...
President John Dramani Mahama has made a passionate appeal for lasting peace to prevail in Bawku and its surrounding areas. Speaking at Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration at the Jubilee House, Mahama emphasized that the time for peace is now, urging all factions to work towards reconciliation. The President lamented the devastating impact of the...
Former Majority Leader and Suame MP, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has revealed the internal politics that led to his removal, making way for Alexander Afenyo-Markin to take over. In an interview on Asempa FM on Tuesday, March 4, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu shared that he was warned about President Akufo-Addo’s intention to replace him, with about 80 MPs informing him...
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has made a significant announcement that’s set to bring relief to prospective Hajj pilgrims. During a meeting with the Hajj Task Force and other stakeholders at the Hajj Village on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Mr. Ablakwa revealed that passports for Hajj pilgrims will now be issued within an...
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled planned maintenance works for Tuesday, March 4, and Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in parts of the Greater Accra Region. The exercise aims to enhance service delivery, but will result in temporary power outages in affected areas. Areas Affected on Tuesday, March 4: – Dome Pillar 2 –...