On Thursday, March 19, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) received a delegation from the Management Development and Productivity Institute (MDPI), led by Prof. Elijah Yendaw, Director General of MDPI, to discuss their proposed National Productivity Metrics Framework for Ghana. Also present was the Deputy Government Statistician, Mr. Omar Seidu, and other staff from GSS. The […]
The Gomoa East District Assembly in the Central Region will hold a Business, Artisans and Investment Expo from Sunday, March 22 to March 29 at Gomoa Ojobi in the Central Region. The aim of the event, which will be held under the theme: ‘Empowering Local Enterprises for Sustainable Development’, is to promote Made-in-Gomoa East products, … The post Gomoa East District Assembly
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced its monetary policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 per cent, citing sustained improvements in macroeconomic conditions despite lingering global uncertainties. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its meeting in January cut the MPR by 250 basis points to 15.5 from 18 percent. Announcing the decision at … The post BoG Cuts Policy Rate to
The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East Constituency, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed has made a statement to underscore the essence of the Eid -Ul Fitr celebration and its importance to peaceful coexistence and national development. He described the day as the joyful end of a sacred spiritual journey, a time set aside for merrymaking, brotherly […]
The Country Director for Safe Water Network (SWN), Ghana, Charles Nimako, has assured that water from its treatment stations across the country is safe for consumption in the face of the decreasing water quality nationwide. He said the main source of their raw water is underground and the Volta Lake, which is not polluted. “Safe … The post Our Water is Safe for Consumption — Safe Water
The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has shared warm Eid ul Fitr greetings with Muslims across the world, while renewing its call for peace and stability in the Middle East. The message was delivered by the Commission’s Deputy Chairman, Ambassador Dr. Abu Zein, as millions mark the sacred occasion. Eid ul-Fitr, a time of reflection, […]
The Rent Control Department has set April 1 for the full implementation of the Rent Act, 1963, as amended in 2020, warning that landlords who demand more than the stipulated six months’ rent advance will be prosecuted. The move forms part of efforts to enforce existing rent laws and protect tenants from the burden of … The post Collect 6 Months’ Rent or
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has held a mission accomplishment parade for the Army Engineer Reconstruction Team (ERT) Company 1 (COY 1) following the successful completion of a humanitarian reconstruction mission in Jamaica. The parade, held at the 48 Engineers Parade Square, Wajir Barracks, Teshie in Accra on Tuesday, marked the return of the 54-member … The post GAF Holds Mission Accomplishment
The chiefs, traditional leaders, and youth of Issa and Kojokperi in the Daffiama–Bussie–Issa (DBI) District of the Upper West Region have petitioned the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) over what they describe as an unlawful plan to relocate a Ghana Education Service (GES) district office complex and bungalow from Issa, the district capital, to Daffiama. […]
The High Court of Justice, Industrial Labour Division in Accra, has granted an interlocutory injunction restraining the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) from continuing their strike action that began on March 9, 2026. The injunction was issued following an ex-parte application by the National Labour Commission, supported by an affidavit sworn … The post NLC secures
Some 26 million people are "facing extreme hunger" in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia, warns humanitarian organisation Oxfam.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has been unveiled as an investor in a new global chess tour, backing the Norway Chess organisation ahead of the launch of the Total Chess World Championship Tour.The initiative, supported by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), will feature four tournaments annually across different cities, with a world champion decided across fast classic, rapid and blitz formats. A pilot event is scheduled for later this year, with each season offering
Bechem United midfielder Emmanuel Sefah has bemoaned the teamâ??s current position in the Ghana Premier League standings, insisting that the team does not deserve to be in 13th place.The Hunters are winless in their last three matches and now find themselves just two points above the relegation zone.Speaking in a pre-match interview ahead of Bechem Unitedâ??s encounter against Aduana FC, Sefah admitted that the team is under pressure and must find a way to get back to winning
FIFA has introduced new regulations requiring every team in its women's football tournaments to include at least one female head coach or assistant coach, in a move aimed at accelerating gender representation in the sport.The requirements take effect this year across the Under-17 and Under-20 Women's World Cups and the Women's Champions Cup.The decision, ratified at the FIFA Council, mandates at least two female staff members on the bench, with one in a head coach
Former Football Kenya Federation president Sam Nyamweya has joined the growing chorus of African football figures condemning the Confederation of African Football's decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, describing the ruling as fundamentally flawed.In a sharp critique, Nyamweya questioned the legal basis for overturning a result that was decided on the pitch."This is not only an unprecedented but also an exceptionally serious decision based
Former Liberian president and Ballon d'Or winner George Weah has publicly distanced himself from claims that he supports the Confederation of African Football's decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco.In a statement, Weah described circulating reports linking him to approval of the ruling as completely false."I also want to use this opportunity to clarify that social media posts widely circulating, claiming that I
Former Liberian president and Ballon d'Or winner George Weah has joined the growing list of football icons condemning the Confederation of African Football's decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, urging the Court of Arbitration for Sport to step in and restore the original result.In a strongly worded statement, Weah described the ruling as a damaging blow to the credibility of African football."This decision has further scarred and blemished
Didier Drogba has delivered a powerful message following the Confederation of African Football's controversial decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, warning that the integrity of the sport hangs in the balance.In a statement that has resonated across the continent, Drogba emphasized that the ruling represents more than just a dispute over silverware."We must not allow ambiguity and politics to steal the joy of victory from our people,"
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