In a landmark show of African solidarity and reform-driven financing, Ghana, The Gambia, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Sudan have jointly pledged $16 million to the next replenishment cycle of the African Development Fund (ADF), the concessional arm of the African Development Bank Group. The collective pledge, more than triple the $5 million committed in the […] The post Ghana,

Residents of Obuasi joined the global community to celebrate World Menstrual Day, when AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi mines and Partners donated sanitary pads to Girls in the Basic schools in the community over the weekend. Mrs. Mavis Nana Yaa Kyei, Social Development and Gender Superintendent of AngloGold Ashanti (AGA), Obuasi Mine, noted that creating a healthier, […] The post AGA

Mr. Malik Basintale, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Authority (YEA) has commissioned The Make Fashion Inclusive Training Centre in Kumasi, to train about 100 persons with disability in fashion and other entrepreneurial skills. The trainees will also be trained in embroidery, beading, metal works and would also be equipped with tools […] The post YEA commissions

Opoku Ware Senior High School (OWASS) has been declared Champions of the 6th edition of Energy Commission Senior High Schools Renewable Energy challenge in the Ashanti region, after beating Obuasi Secondary Technical (OSECTEC) to the second position. The event was organised by the Energy Commission, in partnership with Ghana Education Service, with 10 out of 15 selected […] The post OWASS

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, has directed its members across the country to suspend for two weeks their planned nationwide industrial action scheduled to begin June 2. The strike action was put on hold due to the intervention of the Minister of Labour and critical stakeholders who have held series of meetings with […] The post Judiciary workers suspend planned nationwide strike

 The Ablekuma Central Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Mr Frank Nkansah, has reit­erated the Assem­bly’s resolve address environmental and sanitation challenges confront­ing the municipality. He gave this assurance after a decongestion exercise which took place on Friday targeting unauthorised use of public roads and spaces, within the Munici­pality which has become a source of concern to … The post Ablekuma

  The highly anticipated Debby Queen Talkshow is set to premiere Season 5 this month (June) on Lifestyle TV, promising viewers an even deeper dive into the inspiring, emotional, and Read More... The post The Debby Queen Talkshow Returns …With New Seasons

The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), Edward Ato Sarpong, has called on manufacturing companies to take full advantage of the current conducive economic landscape to drive innovation, competitiveness, and growth in the sector. Commenting on the 9th Ghana Manufacturing Awards recently held at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Edward Ato Sarpong highlighted the […] The post ADB

Ken Ofori-Atta faces return to OSP wanted list as deadline expires today

Zoomlion Ghana Limited (ZGL), a leading waste management company under the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), continues to make significant strides in expanding its footprint in Africa. Recently, the company has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Lagos, Nigeria; Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC); and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, solidifying its commitment to sustainable waste […] The post Zoomlion

The Western North Regional Minister, Wilbert Petty Brentum, has commended the Ghana Bauxite Company Limited for its successful operations at Awaso in the Western North Region. According to him, the Company’s operations have resulted in significant job creation and economic growth in the region. He assured the Company of the government’s support through the Ministry […] The post Gov’t

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) held its 4th Annual Leadership Conference (ALC) in Accra, with a call on public and corporate institutions to lead with impact, in order to bring transformative leadership for sustainable future at the workplace. The event brought together women leaders from various organizations, to deliberate on issues pertaining […] The post Employers’

Fuel prices at the pumps are expected to fall by between 5 and 9 percent in the forthcoming pricing window, driven primarily by the cedi’s recent appreciation against the US dollar according to projections by the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC). Ghana operates a bi-monthly fuel pricing system and with a new window approaching, the […] The post Fuel prices set to fall

Local assemblies across the country have intensified collaboration with traditional authorities to address land disputes, secure land banks for agro-industrial purposes and support youth entrepreneurship schemes. The move forms part of a broader effort to integrate the chieftaincy institution more meaningfully into the national governance framework. The Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, […] The post Gov’t

The law allows for land to be seized without compensation in rare cases and 'in the public interest'.