The NDC flagbearer, John Mahama, has likened himself to a “retired army general” returning to service, as he campaigns for reelection in the upcoming general elections. Speaking to district and municipal Imams in the Ashanti Region on Monday, 2nd December 2024, Mr Mahama highlighted his determination to address Ghana’s pressing challenges. During the engagement, which...
Iconic Dancehall/Reggae artiste Livingstone Etsa Satekla better known as Stonebwoy, has once again cemented his position as a global music icon by clinching the prestigious Artiste of the Year award at the Ghana Music Awards UK 2024. The star-studded ceremony, held at the Meridian Grand, N18 3AF in London on Saturday, November 30, saw a...
The Ghana Music Awards UK 2024 celebrated the best and brightest of Ghanaian talent at London’s Meridian Grand, N18 3AF on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Among the winners was UK-based-Ghanaian Afro-gospel singer Joseph Matthew, who took home the coveted award for Highlife Artiste Of the Year. Joseph Matthew who is also known as JM, was...
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has made a sentimental plea to Ghanaians to bulwark peace during the upcoming elections on December 7. He accentuated the relevance of preserving Ghana’s hard-earned democratic credentials, depicting them as a national treasure that must be safeguarded at all costs. Speaking at a Thanksgiving service at the Cathedral Anglican Church...
Alexander Afenyo-Markin, member of Parliament for Effutu, has advised the youth to avoid engaging in violence during the upcoming elections. According to the lawmaker, political party supporters should prioritise issue-based campaigns that showcase the achievements of their respective parties, rather than resorting to confrontations or unrest. Speaking at the annual Teachers’ Awards ceremony in his...
The NDC flagbearer, John Mahama, has reiterated his determination to revitalise trade and business activities in the Ashanti Region, pledging tailored interventions to benefit local traders and entrepreneurs. Speaking during the “Enti Asanteman Aseda Ni” walk held in Kumasi on Sunday, 1st December, Mahama unveiled plans to implement a fixed exchange rate scheme. This initiative,...
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has released GH₵200 million as claims payment to health facilities nationwide while rolling out the free dialysis treatment programme, effective December 1, 2024. The NHIA’s prompt payments regime, introduced earlier this year, has been instrumental in maintaining a debt-free status for 2024, ensuring timely reimbursement to healthcare providers across...
President Nana Akufo-Addo has criticised former President John Mahama and the NDC flagbearer for failing to provide a clear roadmap for his proposed 24-hour economy policy five days before the December 7 election. He said Mahama’s lack of a comprehensive plan for implementing the policy raised concerns about its feasibility and potential impact on the...
Hundreds of security personnel, emergency service staff and Electoral Commission officials among others are taking part in the special voting exercise in 14 out of 16 regions. The two other regions, Eastern and Western will have their special voting on Thursday, December 5, following a ballot paper mishap that has compelled the Electoral Commission to...
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has maintained the policy rate at 27%. Holding the policy rate steady after it was lowered from 29% in September 2024 is aimed at anchoring inflation expectations and curbing exchange rate volatilities. The decision was taken after the committee reviewed the current economic developments...