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Oil falls for a third day as Middle East cease fire hopes rise
Oil fell more than 1 per cent on Wednesday, losing ground for a third straight session on hopes of a ceasefire agreement in the Middle East and by rising crude inventories and production in top consumer the United States. Expectations that a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas could be in sight have grown following […]
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World Bank predicts significant drop in global food prices in 2025
The World Bank has recently released its April 2024 Commodity Outlook Report, which predicts a substantial drop in global food prices in 2024, with a projected 6 per cent decrease, followed by an additional 4 per cent decline in 2025. This decrease is mainly attributed to lower prices for grains, oils, and meals, while other […]
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I Stopped Going To Gym Because Of Heaven – Williams Uchemba
Williams Uchemba Nollywood actor, Williams Uchemba, says he stopped going to public gym because of his desire to “make heaven.” He stated that he set up a gym at
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Kofi Amoaben endorses Mahama as right leader for Ghana in 2025
Businessman Prince Kofi Amoaben has expressed his confidence in former President John Dramani Mahama as the ideal leader to steer Ghana toward economic development and prosperity. Amoaben, the co-founder of the defunct UT Bank, averred the potential benefits of Mahama’s experience as a returning leader during his remarks at a fundraising dinner hosted by the […]
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We shouldn’t politicise fuel prices – Kwadwo Poku
Kwadwo Nsafoah Poku, an Energy Analyst and member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has urged Ghanaians to refrain from politicising fuel prices. On April 16, 2024, several Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) increased fuel prices, marking the second pricing window of the month. Investigations by Citi News at various OMC outlets showed a notable rise […]
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Inaki Williams commended for role in ending 40-year Copa del Rey drought
Henry Asante Twum has applauded Black Stars forward Inaki Williams for his pivotal role in Athletic Bilbao’s historic Copa del Rey victory, ending a 40-year wait for the prestigious trophy. Athletic Bilbao, led by Inaki Williams and his brother Nico, secured the Copa del Rey title in a thrilling final against Mallorca at the Estadio […]
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How Inaki Williams’ unwavering loyalty helped deliver Athletic glory
Over 100,000 Athletic Bilbao fans made the long trip to Seville for the Copa del Rey final on Saturday (April 6th). Since last winning the cup in 1984, Los Leones had lost six finals, but there was confidence that the jinx would finally end against a Mallorca side that was 15th in LaLiga. More than […]
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Cocoa Farmers Rejoice Over Jumbo Price Increase
In a move that has been met with great enthusiasm following the government announced 58.26% increase in the producer price of cocoa, farmers have gone to town in jubilation.
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COCOBOD has incurred losses since Akufo-Addo assumed office – Eric Opoku
The Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, Eric Opoku, has asserted that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has incurred losses since President Akufo-Addo assumed office. He attributed these losses to the poor performance of the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government, which has been in power since 2017. During an interview with Bernard Avle on the Point of View […]
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Suspension of Price Stabilization and Recovery Levy shocking – GPRTU
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has expressed dismay over the sudden reversal of the Price Stabilization and Recovery Levy on petroleum products by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) on April 4, 2024, instructed all Oil Marketing Companies and related stakeholders to impose a levy of 16 pesewas per […]
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Strasbourg shooting: Man sentenced 30 years for aiding France attacker
A man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for helping an Islamist attacker who killed five people at a French Christmas market in December 2018. Audrey Mondjehi, 42, was convicted of obtaining a gun used by Cherif Chekatt, who shot and stabbed his victims in Strasbourg, north-eastern France. The pair were former prison […]
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Business
Ghana and Kenya form bi-national Commission
Ghana and Kenya has formed a bi-national commission to elevate their relations. The agreement was reached at Jubilee House on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 when the President of Kenya, William Ruto, visited President Akufo-Addo. He was on a 3-day official state visit to Ghana to strengthen the ties of cooperation that exist between the two […]
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Gov’t increases cocoa price to GHC2,070 per bag
Government in consultation with stakeholders in the cocoa sector, has reviewed the producer price for cocoa upwards, as a bag of the cash crop is pegged at GHC2,070, effective today, Monday, April 5. This means that the new price will be in force for the rest of the 2023–2024 cocoa season. The Ghana Cocoa Board […]
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Government increases producer price of cocoa by 58%
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced a revision in the Producer Price of cocoa for the remainder of the 2023/24 crop year, effective from Friday, April 5, 2024. This decision was made following consultations with stakeholders. COCOBOD in a statement released on April 5, 2024, explained that a 64 kg bag is now priced […]
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More than 50,000 flee Haiti capital after surge in gang violence
Tens of thousands of people have fled the Haitian capital, Port-au-Prince, to escape a surge in gang violence over the past weeks. United Nations figures suggest more than 53,000 left between 8-27 March. The UN is warning that the rural regions to which many have fled are not equipped to deal with such a large […]
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Minority demands increase in farm-gate price of cocoa
The Minority in Parliament has called for an immediate increase in the farm-gate price of cocoa in Ghana, citing the recent unprecedented surge in global cocoa prices. In a statement signed by Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, Mr. Eric Opoku dated Tuesday, April 2, 2024, the minority expressed concern over the sharp decline in […]
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Kenya’s President Ruto expected in Ghana for three-day state visit
Kenyan President William Ruto is expected to arrive in Ghana on Tuesday (April 2, 2024) for a three-day state visit. During the visit, Kenya and Ghana are set to sign bilateral agreements covering areas of mutual interest, including trade and investment, education and research, public service, and capacity building. Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet […]
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Athletics
Accra 2023: William Amponsah wins silver in men’s half marathon
Ghanaian long-distance runner, William Amponsah, has won a silver medal in the men’s half-marathon event in the ongoing 13th African Games at the University of Ghana. William Amponsah impressively completed the race with a time of 1:05:13 behind Eritrean runner, Samson Amare who clocked 1:05:04. Mpofu Isaac of Zimbabwe came third with a time of […]
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Athletics
African Games: William Amponsah secures Ghana’s first-ever marathon medal
William Amponsah has etched his name in the annals of sporting glory by securing Ghana’s first-ever marathon medal at the 2023 African Games. The long-distance runner clinched the silver medal with an impressive time of 1:05:13s in the Men’s Half Marathon Final held on Friday morning, March 22, 2024, at the University of Ghana Stadium. […]
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