The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has directed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to furnish it with a load management timetable by April 2, 2024, amidst ongoing challenges with internet connectivity and disruptions in electricity supply experienced by Ghanaians. Despite recent power interruptions, ECG has stated that there is currently no need for a […] The post Dumsor:
The Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed grave concerns over a letter from the Presidency requesting Parliament not to transmit the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values to President Akufo-Addo for assent, describing it as a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy. The Office of the President, in a letter […] The post Anti-Gay
The Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed grave concerns over a letter from the Presidency requesting Parliament not to transmit the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values to President Akufo-Addo for assent, describing it as a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy. The Office of the President, in a letter […] The post Anti-Gay
Members of the Majority caucus on the Health Committee of Parliament have criticized John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for labelling the government’s Agenda 111 policy as unrealistic, stating that it undermines the NDC’s 2020 manifesto. John Mahama recently voiced scepticism about the feasibility of the Agenda 111 policy, citing […] The post Agenda
A sense of nostalgia and inspiration swept through the Legon Sports Stadium, one of the stadiums hosting the All-African Games as legendary Ghanaian athletes made a memorable appearance to impart wisdom and motivate the younger generation to go for gold in the ongoing games. The gathering, which took place as part of the Ministry of […] The post Legendary
Technology Analyst, Maximus Ametorgoh, has expressed concern over the country’s handling of the recent internet disruptions. He pointed out that the situation is causing financial losses for both the telecommunications networks and their subscribers. Since Thursday, March 14, Mobile Network Operations (MNOs) have been disrupted, resulting in many Ghanaians being left without internet connections. In […] The post Ghana
Ghanaian 100m sprint champion, Benjamin Azamati says the country should expect nothing but the best from him ahead of the men’s finals. The 23-year-old qualified to the finals of the men’s 100m finals by finishing second in his semis heat with a time of 10.41s. Azamati will be coming up against Barnabas Aggerh, Itsekir Usheoritse […] The post “Expect nothing but
The Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has described the recent internet disruptions as a blessing in disguise for Ghana. She explains that though it triggered widespread frustration among Ghanaians, it highlighted the need for the government to focus on providing the needed infrastructure to reduce possible disruptions in the telecommunications sector. Mrs Owusu-Ekuful […] The post Recent
A devastating fire has ravaged a drinking spot, shops, and residential homes in Teshie Mobil near the Shell Filling Station, destroying several properties. According to reports, the fire broke out around 6:30 am and is suspected to have originated from the burning of a car tyre by a resident. Eyewitnesses recounted that the fire rapidly […] The post Fire destroys several properties
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has clarified that its responsibilities extend beyond merely extinguishing fires. In an Eyewitness News interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Citi FM on Monday, the GNFS Public Relations Officer ADO 1 Alex King Nartey, explained that the service also performs tasks such as extricating people from vehicles during accidents. […] The post We don’t only fight
Three Ghanaian runners will be hoping to pick up medals in the men’s and women’s 100m finals at the University of Ghana Stadium today. While Mary Boakye will be competing in the women’s division, 100m record holder, Benjamin Azamati will be running with his compatriot, Barnabas Aggerh in the men’s final. While Benjamin Azamati advanced […] The post Accra
Japan Motors, together with its sister company Lakeside Estate, has donated two brand new powerful Yamaha FJR 1300AP Police Escort Motorcycles to the Ghana Police Service. The donation, valued at GH¢ 728,000 according to the two companies, is to facilitate the movement of security personnel and law enforcement agencies in the discharge of their duties, […] The post Japan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has indicated its willingness to consider alternative measures to tackle Ghana’s revenue shortfall following the suspension of the Value-Added Tax (VAT) on electricity. The Fund said it acknowledges the concerns raised regarding the implementation of the tax and its potential effects on households and businesses, emphasizing its sensitivity to the […] The post IMF,
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, is advocating for the establishment of a fiscal council to safeguard macroeconomic stability and ensure prudent management of government fiscal policy in Ghana. In an interview on Citi TV‘s Point of View with Bernard Avle, the IMF Managing Director emphasized the importance of an […] The post Establish
Congolese Journalist Stanis Bujakera was set to be freed soon after a court found him guilty and sentenced him on Monday to six months in prison for spreading false information among other charges, according to media freedom group Reporters Without Borders. He was expected to be released hours or days after the verdict, having already […] The post Congolese
History was made at the Royal House Chapel International Oil Dome auditorium on Sunday, March 17th, 2024, as award-winning artist MOG Music celebrated a decade in the music industry with his “New Wine” concert. The sold-out event proved to be a night of musical magic, with special guest appearances by established performers like Perez Musik, […] The post MOG
Rapper and record producer Dr Dre has said he “appreciates being alive” after revealing he had three strokes while in hospital for a brain aneurysm in 2021. Dr Dre, whose real name is Andre Young, opened up in a recent interview about his health emergency, which led to a two-week stay in intensive care. It […] The post Dr Dre ‘appreciates being alive’
The Deputy Ranking Member on the Communications Committee of Parliament, Samuel Nartey George, has attributed the delay in fully restoring internet connectivity to the ineffectiveness of the National Communications Authority (NCA). Since Thursday, March 14, Mobile Network Operations (MNOs) have been disrupted, leaving many Ghanaians without internet connections. On Monday, March 18, the NCA announced […] The post NCA’s
The Chairperson of the Technical Committee of the Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF), Paulina Abrokwah has stated that the ongoing internet disruptions have decelerated the process of clearing goods at the port. Mobile Network Operations (MNOs) have been experiencing disruptions since Thursday, March 14, resulting in many Ghanaians being left without internet connections. In […] The post Freight
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has reiterated that the proposed 24-hour economy will not be forced on businesses. He stressed that businesses will be invited to participate voluntarily. Mahama, pledging to implement the 24-hour economy if elected in the 2024 elections, believes it will significantly boost Ghana’s economy and […] The post 24-hour
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