In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, Ghanaian security agencies have arrested two young men, Abdul Latif Abubakar, 22, and Mahammudu Araafat Yasir, 24, for their involvement in a cyber fraud scheme. The arrests took place in Langbensi and Gambaga in the North East Region, following an extensive intelligence-led operation. Name: Mahammudu Araafat Yasir Hometown: Langbensi/ … The post Two

Similar to other African nations, Ghana is experiencing the ongoing effects of the digital revolution. This is clearly exhibited by the recent Facility Investing for Employment (IFE) programme. Not only are a growing number of businesses translating their services into the online community, but the world of investing is set to be equally transformed. This … The post Why Online

The Executive Chairman of Zoomlion/Jospong Group of Companies, Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has ex­pressed his gratitude to the staff of the company and the broader Jospong Group for their enduring commitment and sacrifices. Addressing a gathering of employees from over 80 subsid­iaries at the company’s headquar­ters in Accra to launch this year’s Employee Month, Dr … The post Zoomlion

An Accra-based indus­trialist, Reverend Nana Dwomoh Sarpong, has stressed the importance of efficient time management for accelerated national economic recovery. According to the President of the Ghana Timber Millers Or­ganisation (GTMO), Ghanaians, particularly the working class, must prioritise time management as a vital index for production. “For far too long we have been toying with … The post Efficient

 The African Development Bank (AfDB) and Invest in Africa, jointly launched the MicroGREEN project aimed to provide livelihood opportunities for marginalised and vulnerable groups in Ghana and Senegal. Titled “Strengthening Women, Youth and People with Disabili­ties’ Micro Entrepreneurship for Green Jobs in Natural Resources (MicroGREEN),” the project seeks to generate up to 500 green job … The post AfDB,

The Chairman of the Council of Bureaux of the Economic Com­munity of West African States (ECOWAS) Brown Card Insur­ance Scheme, Mr Henry Bukari, has called for swift settlement of cross-border motor insurance claims to promote trade in the sub-region. That, he said, would facilitate free movement of people in the ECOWAS Sub-region. Mr Bukari, who … The post ‘Expedite

 Officials from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and global develop­ment partners have converged on Accra, to deliberate on how to accelerate human capital develop­ment (HCD) across the region. HCD refers to the process of enhancing and improving the skills, knowledge, abilities, and overall potential of individuals as productive members of society, country … The post ECOWAS,

The Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB) yesterday presented a cheque for GH¢1 million to the 2023 National Best Farmer, Madam Charity Akortia of Agona West Municipality in the Central Region. The presentation was in fulfill­ment of the bank’s continuous support to be the lead sponsor of the Farmers’ Day celebrations. At a short ceremony at … The post ADB presents GH¢1m

The use of mercury in mining communities causes permanent brain damage, seizures, vision and hearing impair­ments, still birth, deformity among babies and delayed childhood development, the Executive Direc­tor of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Mr John Kingsley Krugu, has cautioned. He has, therefore, urged small-scale miners to stop applying meth­ods that involve the use of mercury … The post EPA

The National Com­mission for Civic Education (NCCE) has threatened to name and shame political figures who would campaign on religious lines ahead of the 2024 general election. According to the chairperson of the NCCE, Ms Kathleen Addy, the name and shame approach had be­come necessary due to the threats the menace poses to Ghana’s democracy. … The post Religion-based campaign

Many Nigeri­ans have con­demned the introduction of a new levy on electronic banking transactions, with some saying it will push them back to using cash. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has told financial institu­tions the 0.5% levy intended to raise money to enhance cybersecu­rity will take effect in two weeks’ time. Nigeria is experiencing … The post Anger

The running mate to the flag-bearer of the Nation­al Democratic Congress (NDC), former President John Mahama, has urged the Elec­toral Commission (EC) to extend the ongoing nationwide limited voters registration, to make up for the time lost at the start of the exercise. Prof. Naana Jane Opoku- Agyemang said this would be the surest way … The post Extend limited voters registration

The Environmental Pro­tection Agency (EPA) has urged small-scale miners to stop applying methods that involve the use of mercury, and adopt modern techniques, to protect human lives and preserve the environment. The impression has already been clearly given in the call that mercury hurts both humans and the environment and that makes the call highly … The post Mercury elimination crucial to Ghana

 The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has con­ducted simulation exercises in readiness for recusing victims of potential flooding, as the rains set in. The exercise was done with the involvement of the GNFS’ external stakeholders, head of Public Relations of the GNF, As­sistant Chief Fire Officer (ACFO) Grade One, Timothy Osafo-Afum, disclosed in an interview … The post GNFS ready to rescue flood