Women entrepreneurs have long been the backbone of their communities. In Ghana, for instance, the World Bank estimates that women own around 44% of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). These businesses do more than just generate income; they create jobs, support households, and contribute to local economies. Yet, despite their immense contributions, women business […] The post Unlocking

Antigraft crusader and renowned Pan-Africanist, Prof. P.L.O. Lumumba, is set to speak on 21st Century Education at the University of Education (UEW) Public Lecture Series. Under the theme “Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures for 21st-Century Education,” the event will bring together key figures in education, leadership, and policy to discuss the future of learning. With education […] The post Pan-Africanist

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated a new batch of District Chief Executives (DCEs) for eight out of the 16 regions, to spearhead local governance and development across the country. The appointments, made in accordance with Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 20(1) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), are part […] The post Mahama

The High Court in Accra has remanded a 62-year-old self-styled businesswoman for allegedly defrauding another businesswoman of $13,000 under false pretenses. Nana Ama Nwurueze is accused of posing as a businesswoman with substantial properties, including Ohemaa Plaza at East Legon, fishing vessels in Takoradi, and a house at Airport, to deceive the complainant into giving […] The post 62-year-old

Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) has officially partnered with the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) Ghana to empower young entrepreneurs in the food innovation space. This partnership aims to bridge the gap between creative food products and regulatory requirements, ensuring that start-ups across the country meet the highest standards of safety and quality. Under this collaboration, […] The post KIC

Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has called on Ghanaians to reconsider their understanding of job creation, emphasising that governments do not directly create jobs. Speaking on the challenges facing the country, Ken Thompson highlighted the need for a shift in mindset among the youth. “We must be clear in our minds […] The post ‘No

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has disagreed with the Supreme Court’s ruling on an application seeking to restrain President John Dramani Mahama from removing the immediate past Inspector General of Police (IGP) George Akuffo Dampare and other security agency heads. A five-member panel ruled that the application for an interlocutory injunction does not […] The post Kofi

Brazil captain Marquinhos has apologised to the fans after an “embarrassing” display in their 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat by Argentina in Buenos Aires. Julian Alvarez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister and Giuliano Simeone were on target for Argentina, whose World Cup qualification was confirmed before kick-off by Bolivia’s draw with Uruguay. Matheus Cunha replied […] The post ‘Embarrassing’

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has assured its customers to restore power after outages were experienced in parts of Accra on Tuesday, March 25, following a destructive rainstorm. ECG attributed the disruption in electricity supply to damage caused by the severe weather conditions. In a March 26 statement, ECG informed the public about the […] The post ECG assures

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Akweley Ocloo has announced the restoration of approximately 126 street lights across the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in the region. This follows an earlier promise to ensure the complete operations of at least 70 percent of streetlights in the region within 50 days of assuming office, a move […] The post 126

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has described the 2025 budget as a transformative plan aimed at addressing Ghana’s socioeconomic challenges and restoring the nation’s past glory. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, Forson emphasised the budget’s focus on innovative solutions and its commitment to uplifting all Ghanaians. “This budget is one that is people-centred with […] The post Ato

Global Leaders have called for stronger cybersecurity collaboration against attacks. This appeal was made during a Cybertech Global Tel Aviv conference that brought together experts from around the world to address the evolving challenges in cybersecurity. Representatives from 70 countries gathered with a shared mission- to strengthen global cooperation against cybercrime. In his opening remarks, […] The post Cybertech

The Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, Davis Ansah Opoku, has strongly criticized the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, for terminating nearly 100 staff members at Ghana Post. Speaking on Eyewitness News on Citi FM on Tuesday, March 25, Opoku described the decision as inappropriate and questioned the “resetting theme” promoted […] The post Sam

Member of Parliament (MP) for Effia, Isaac Boamah Nyarko has argued that the allocated budget for most ministries is insufficient, potentially hindering their ability to operate effectively. His comments come after Parliament concluded its debate on the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. In an exclusive interview on Channel One […] The post Budgetary

?Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has advised President John Dramani Mahama’s administration to learn from the mistakes of the previous government and implement policies aimed at alleviating the suffering of Ghanaians. Thompson underscored the need for the current administration to prioritize effective economic strategies to restore public confidence and promote national […] The post Don’t

Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has commended the Mahama administration for presenting a budget that he describes as clear, data-driven, and focused on addressing real issues. Speaking on the matter on Face to Face on Channel One TV on Tuesday, Thompson highlighted the stark contrast between the current budget and those […] The post Ken

Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has delivered a scathing critique of former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration, accusing it of running the economy aground. Speaking on Channel One TV‘s Face to Face on Tuesday, Thompson expressed frustration over the former government’s handling of key issues. “They run the economy aground,” Thompson stated, […] The post Akufo-Addo

Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has delivered a scathing critique of former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration, accusing it of running the economy aground. Speaking on Channel One TV‘s Face to Face on Tuesday, Thompson expressed frustration over the former government’s handling of key issues. “They run the economy aground,” Thompson stated, […] The post Akufo-Addo

?Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has expressed his disappointment in former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s management of Ghana’s economy, particularly criticizing the government’s excessive borrowing. In an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Channel One TV’s Face to Face on Tuesday, March 25, Thompson recounted his earlier warnings to Ofori-Atta about […] The post Ken

Retired General Thomas Oppong-Peprah, the immediate past Chief of the Defence Staff, has expressed his excitement about retirement, describing it as a long-awaited period of freedom. According to him, stepping down from active service has granted him the luxury of setting his own schedule, free from the demands of official duties. Reflecting on his 41 […] The post ‘After