June 03
Ghana: Violence At EC Office - Hawa Koomson's Son Injured in NDC-NPP Clash
According to an eyewitness, the confrontation started when voters from different parties disputed the queuing process for vote transfers. Read more »
Ghana: Minority Leader Accuses BoG of Constructing New Residence for the Governor Amid Financial Losses
Minority Leader Dr. Ato Forson alleges that the Central Bank is constructing a multi-million residence for its Governor despite the Bank posting losses for two consecutive years Read more »
Ghana: Government Borrows Gh¢19.2 Billion Through Treasury Bills in May
Government borrowed more through treasury bills in May compared to April this year, but the rates continue the marginal but steady decline. Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Ranks 5th Best Governed Country in Africa - Report
On the African continent, Mauritius tops the list, followed by Namibia, South Africa, and Botswana Read more »
May 31
Ghana: Group Demands Sacking of Ssnit Boss Amid Controversy On Hotels Sale
SSNIT has come under the spotlight recently regarding the sale of four hotels to Mr. Bryan Acheampong Read more »
Ghana: Majority Accuses Minority of Sabotaging Govt Business Over Denial of Tax Waivers
Addressing the media in Parliament House on Thursday, May 30, 2024, Mr Afenyo-Markin criticized the Minority, accusing them of double standards. Read more »
May 30
Ghana: Elections 2024 - Mahama Pledges to Abolish Death Penalty If Elected President
As part of his commitment to social democracy, Mr. Mahama promised to use his presidential authority to commute the death sentences of 184 prisoners, in accordance with Article 72… Read more »
May 29
Ghana: Elections 2024 - 'I Will Cut Govt Expenditure and Increase Salaries', Bawumia Promises.
Bawumia has pledged to cut government expenditure and put in measures to increase salaries of workers. Read more »
Ghana: Kwesi Prempeh Writes - Putting Country First Without; the Case of Presidentialism Without Parties
In contrast, the president, the one office that is supposed to represent--and hold together--the whole nation, cannot function properly as a unifying national figure if captured… Read more »
Ghana: 'Off the Beat' Dance Moves and Strategic Meetings - Here's How Ghana's 2024 Elections Is Panning Out
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has set this year in full campaign tours, with over-zealous promises, and quite a number of strategic project commissionings. But before he could start, Mahama… Read more »
Ghana: Mahama Promises to Cut Off Free Fuel and Utility Bills for Government Officials
John Mahama, the NDC presidential candidate, has promised to discontinue free fuel and benefits for government officials and introduce tax incentives for Ghanaian registered… Read more »
May 28
Ghana: Shatta Wale Wants to Be President of Ghana
Shatta Movement President, Shatta Wale, has hinted on his desire to become President of Ghana. Read more »
Ghana: Election 2024 - Special Voting Set for December 2
This early voting process ensures these individuals can fulfill their voting rights without disrupting their professional responsibilities during the elections Read more »
Ghana: Alan Kyeremanten Vows to Abolish Cocoa Syndication Loans If Elected President
In November 2023, Parliament approved an $800 million cocoa syndicated loan for the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). The approval followed a recommendation from the Finance Committee,… Read more »
Ghana: Stay and Invest in Ghana, Mahama Appeals to Multinationals
The NDC's flagbearer, has urged multinational companies to continue investing in Ghana despite economic challenges, when he addressed them during the 8th Ghana CEO Summit. Read more »
May 27
Ghana: Stop Posting Rates On Social Media - BoG Tells Forex Bureaux As It Cracks Down On Illegal Activities to Stabilise Cedi
Dr. Addison reaffirmed the Central Bank's commitment to stabilising the cedi but warned against statements that could undermine confidence in the economy, particularly in an… Read more »
May 23
Ghana: KPMG Audit Report - Did GRA Sleep On the Job?
This section of the report examines portions of the Need Assessment component of the KPMG report on the contract between GRA and SML. Read more »
May 21
South Africa: Political Turmoil, Criticism Grip South African Parties Ahead of Elections
From contentious campaign ads to allegations of threats and external influences, the nation's political arena is experiencing a turbulent period ahead of the upcoming elections. Read more »
May 20
Ghana: Former NPRA Chief Labels SSNIT a 'Ponzi Scheme', Proposes Measures to Prevent Its Collapse
His critique is based on the underfunded nature of SSNIT, where retirees receive benefits that exceed the value of their contributions. Read more »
May 19
Ghana: Eastern Region - Presidential Convoy Involved in Accident, One Reported Dead
President Akufo-Addo was not in the convoy when the accident happened, sources close to the president said. Read more »
Ghana: 'Your Election Was a Source of Reassurance to the Continent', Nana Akufo-Addo Tells Faye Diomaye
According to the president, although his visit is brief, he stressed on its importance expressing his excitement on Senegal's impressive democratic stability by defying the fears… Read more »
May 17
Ghana: Speaker Swears in New Ejisu MP
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has sworn in newly-elected Ejisu MP, Kwabena Boateng during an emergency parliamentary session on Friday. Read more »
Ghana: Chief Justice Demands Response From Kissi Agyebeng On Misconduct Allegations
Other allegations by the petitioner against Agyabeng include violations of citizens' rights through arrests and detentions, violations of the right to information, and improper… Read more »
May 15
Ghana: Mahama Says AI to Be Used to Monitor Illegal Mining If Elected President
The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama has proposed to use Artificial Intelligence Technology to monitor small-scale mining and illegal… Read more »
May 14
Ghana: Government Intends to Leverage Fintech for SME Financing
In Ghana, SMEs constitute 92% of manufacturing, 70% of growth, and provide 80% of jobs Read more »