Ghana international Andre Ayew has been named on a five-man shortlist for the 2016 BBC African Footballer of the Year award. Also on the list are Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Gabon), Riyad Mahrez (Algeria), Sadio Mane (Senegal) and 2015 winner, Yaya Toure (Ivory Coast). Ayew, who won the award back in 2011, enjoyed a stellar debut season in ... Ghana international Andre Ayew has been named on a five-man shortlist for the 2016 BBC African Footballer of the Year award. Also on the list are Pierre-Emerick

Ghana’s Electoral Commission has denied speculations that some ballots were found at the office of a political party in the country. According to the EC the report is false and should be disregarded. “The Commission wishes to call on the general public to completely disregard the false claims by activists of some political parties that ... Ghana’s Electoral Commission has denied speculations that some ballots were found at the office of a political party in the country. According

The New Patriotic Party presidential candidate, Nana Akufo Addo has said that the National Democratic Congress government will soon announce a reduction in the prices of petroleum products. According to him, the move is because the NDC is desperate to stay in power. Nana Akufo-Addo made this claim when he spoke to students of the ... The New Patriotic Party presidential candidate, Nana Akufo Addo has said that the National Democratic Congress government will soon announce a reduction in the prices

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union has issued a 21-day strike notice to government demanding a 300 percent pay rise. The union wants Salaries and Remuneration Commission to recognize a collective bargaining agreement as directed by the courts. Speaking during a press conference Saturday, Secretary General of the Union Dr. Ouma Oluga says ... The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union has issued a 21-day strike notice to government demanding

The Progressive People’s Party (PPP) has questioned the neutrality of the Electoral Commission in its supervision of the December polls. According to the party, the Commission’s posture is worrying because of its bias against some political parties. Speaking on Citi FM’s News Analysis and Current Affairs Programme, “The Big Issue,” the Executive Secretary of the ... The Progressive People’s Party (PPP) has questioned the neutrality of the Electoral Commission in its supervision of

President John Mahama and two of Ghana’s former Presidents, Jerry John Rawlings and John Agyekum Kufour joined many distinguished Ghanaian leaders who attended the funeral of Madam Florence Taiwo Naa Akweley Bruce, late mother of the leader of the Action Chapel International, Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams. The solemn event attracted thousands of Ghanaians who gathered at ... President John Mahama and two of Ghana’s former Presidents, Jerry John Rawlings and John Agyekum Kufour

Mr Albert Asiedu-Ofei, President of the Association of Health Service Administrators says the anomaly in placing subordinate Health Service Administrators higher than their superiors on the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) is affecting their morale. Mr Asiedu-Ofei said this undermined the managerial responsibilities of Health Service Administrators and weakened their moral authority in the exercise ... Mr Albert Asiedu-Ofei, President of the Association of Health Service Administrators says

1. “Wrong choices” If you marry the wrong person you will end up with the wrong marriage. 2. “Marrying for the wrong reasons” Why are you two getting married? Is it because you love and need each other or because you were pressured to get married, you want social status, you want to be like ... 1. “Wrong choices” If you marry the wrong person you will end up with the wrong marriage. 2. “Marrying for the wrong reasons” Why are you two getting married? Is it because you love and

Female taxpayers in Ghana may soon be enjoying some tax reliefs in order to promote equity and improve their livelihoods. This comes on the back of a latest research commissioned by the International Centre for Tax and Development (ICTD) in partnership with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Ministry of Finance and other international tax related ... Female taxpayers in Ghana may soon be enjoying some tax reliefs in order to promote equity and improve their livelihoods. This comes on the back

The Omanhene of Kukuom in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Kwaku Aterkyi II has declared support for the opposition New Patriot Party’s 1-district 1-factory policy. According to him, the policy if implemented will reduce the high levels of unemployment in the country as well as boost local economies. The NPP led by flagbearer, Nana Akufo ... The Omanhene of Kukuom in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Kwaku Aterkyi II has declared support for the opposition New Patriot Party’s 1-district 1-factory

The Omanhene of Kukuom in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Kwaku Aterkyi II has declard support for the opposition New Patriotc Party’s 1-district 1-factory policy. According to him, the policy if implemented will reduce the high levels of unemployment in the country as well as boost local economies. The NPP led by flagbearer, Nana Akufo ... The Omanhene of Kukuom in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nana Kwaku Aterkyi II has declard support for the opposition New Patriotc Party’s 1-district 1-factory

A suicide bomber has killed four people inside Bagram air base, the largest US military facility in Afghanistan. At least 14 others were wounded in the blast, carried out near a dining facility. The Taliban said one of their fighters carried out the attack. The attack is a major security breach in one of the ... A suicide bomber has killed four people inside Bagram air base, the largest US military facility in Afghanistan. At least 14 others were wounded in the blast, carried out near a dining

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) in the Central Region has employed 72 persons with disabilities. These beneficiaries were employed in five main modules namely; community education teaching assistance, community health workers, youth in Arabic, youth in fire and prisons service. Briefing the press on the state of the YEA on in the central region, the ... The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) in the Central Region has employed 72 persons with disabilities. These beneficiaries were employed in five

The President of policy think tank, IMANI Ghana, Franklin Cudjoe has accused the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Charlotte Osei of hurting the reputation of the commission with some of her decisions. According to him, Charlotte Osei performed creditably well at the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) where she headed till her new role ... The President of policy think tank, IMANI Ghana, Franklin Cudjoe has accused the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Charlotte Osei

Bigwigs of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper West region, comprising former regional and constituency exehcutives on Friday launched a campaign to ensure victory for the party in the December general elections. Dubbed “Opration All Hands on Deck,” the campaign,led by Alhaji Issaku Malik, immediate past Upper West regional chairman of the party ... Bigwigs of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Upper West region, comprising former regional and constituency

The Presidential candidate of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP,) Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom has asked the people of the three northern regions –  Upper East and West and the Northern region to vote against president John Dramani Mahama for woefully failing them. Speaking at a rally in Navrongo in the Upper East region, Dr. Nduom, ... The Presidential candidate of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP,) Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom has asked the people of the three northern regions –  Upper

The Chief of Staff, Julius Kwesi Debrah has urged supporters of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has said the number three position the President occupies on the ballot paper is a clear indication of the hand of God on President Mahama and the NDC’s victory. The Chief of Staff, joined thousands of party supporters to a ... The Chief of Staff, Julius Kwesi Debrah has urged supporters of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has said the number three position the

Former president , John Agyekum Kufuor and four other prominent Ghanaians have been honoured by the University of Ghana Alumni Association. At the 28th Alumni Lecture on Thursday, Professor Akilagpa Sawyerr, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana (UG), Emerita Professor Mary Esther Kropp Dakubu, former Director of the Language Centre, UG, Professor John ... Former president , John Agyekum Kufuor and four other prominent Ghanaians have been honoured by the University of Ghana Alumni

The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS), has denied reports that it plans to take supporters to Alexandria, Egypt,  for the Black Stars’ game against Egypt on 13th November, 2016. According to a press release from Ministry signed by Mr Elvis Adjei-Baah, the Public Relations Officer, it said, it has has noted that there were ... The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS), has denied reports that it plans to take supporters to Alexandria, Egypt,  for the Black Stars’ game against Egypt on 13th

Some Konkomba and Fulanis in Bawa, a farming community in the Nkwanta South District of the Volta Region have clashed in a violent attacks that have left some cattle dead. The clashes erupted yesterday [Friday November 11] after cattle herded by the Fulanis in the area destroyed food crops belonging to the Kokombas. According to ... Some Konkomba and Fulanis in Bawa, a farming community in the Nkwanta South District of the Volta Region have clashed in a violent attacks that have left some cattle