Ghana: 'Higher Academic Qualification Does Not Lead to Automatic Promotion' - High Court Rules

The High Court has refuted the request to grant an inspector automatic promotion under the basis that said inspector has attained higher academic qualification. Read more »

Ghana: Elections 2024 - Mahama Bemoans High Hajj Costs Under NPP, Pledges Affordability If Elected

Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Party, John Mahama, has promised to reduce the cost involved in Hajj pilgrimage when elected president in the Dec. 7 elections. Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Rolls Out Health Insurance for Foreigners Next Month

It particularly targets foreigners with visas, and provisions are in place for those requiring visas on arrival to ensure they are included in the scheme Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Premier League - Hearts of Oak Beat Bechem United 3-2 to Escape Relegation

Hearts of Oak (Phobians) finished the season in 14th place with 45 points from 34 matches, whereas Bechem United secured 9th place, and finished with 48 points. Read more »

Ghana: Has the World Bank's Etransform Project in Ghana Made Any Real Impact?

In 2020, the World Bank agreed to provide an additional $115 million in financing. In total, the project is estimated to have a total financing amount of US$212 million. Read more »

Ghana: I Want to Die Empty - Pk Amoabeng

The founder of the PK Amoabeng Leadership Foundation, Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (Rtd), has made a heartfelt declaration: "I want to die empty, giving all my experience to the… Read more »

Ghana: Government Misses Treasury Bills Target Narrowly, but Interest Rates Drop

Treasury bill target was narrowly missed but interest rates on the bills dropped as inflation comes down Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Health Service Investigates Report of Patient 'Left in Bush to Die'

GHS has commenced investigations into the circumstances surrounding the abandoned woman's death. Read more »

Ghana: 10 Rising Ghanaian Musicians to Watch Out for in 2024

From skilled rappers to soulful singers, these rising stars are gradually pushing the boundaries of Ghanaian music and gaining international recognition. Read more »

Ghana: Over 20,000 Farmers in Cocoa Growing Areas to Benefit From a $4million World Bank Climate Finance Project

Over 20,000 farmers to benefit from a $4million dollar World Bank Climate Finance programme following an agreement signed with Solidaridad. Read more »

Ghana: Absence of Ghanaian Artists At Afronation Portugal Calls for More Investment - Berny Sarfo

According to Mr. Sarfo, the absence of Ghanaian acts among the line up of musicians from other countries, was a daunting issue, which highlights the fact that Ghanaian artistes… Read more »

Ghana: No HIV Drugs Locked At Port, Only Mosquito Nets - Health Ministry Clarifies

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) at the Ministry of Health, Isaac Offei Baah, has clarified that the medical supplies locked up at the Tema Port do not contain HIV or… Read more »

Ghana: Constitutional Review Consultative Committee Proposes President Pays Tax and Many More Recommendations

Article 68 (5), of the 1992 Constitution which exempts the President from paying taxes on salary and other emoluments should be deleted, to mandate the President to pay tax Read more »

Ghana: 'Political Power Has Not Changed You' - Otumfuo Praises Bawumia

Otumfuo expressed confidence that the qualities which helped Bawumia become Vice President will guide him in his bid for the presidency this December. Read more »

Ghana: Amenfi East NPP Parliamentary Candidate Granted Bail After 'Galamsey' Comments

Frimpong was arrested after a video surfaced where he seemed to encourage miners to fight back against police officers and soldiers trying to extort money from them Read more »

Ghana: Ambulance Case - Court Admits Audio Recording Between Ag and Third Accused As Evidence

The High Court has admitted into evidence the recorded conversation between Attorney-General Godfred Dame and the third accused person in the ambulance purchase trial Richard… Read more »

Ghana: Tertiary Education Unions Announce Strike Over Discriminatory Allowance Implementation

The leadership of TEWU-GH, TUAAG, and TUWAG warned that if the issues are not resolved by June 30, 2024, they will be forced to take further action Read more »

Ghana: Minority Gives Government 24 Hours to Clear Global Fund Consignment

"Therefore, Mr president, at least the right to health care is enshrined in the 1992 constitution and you should not continue to disgrace Ghana like you continue to do. So, we… Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Risks Losing Global Fund Support Over Delayed Medication Clearance

Ghana faces no a ban on receiving drug donation from the global fund due to the backlog of HIV and TB Drugs. Read more »

Ghana: NIA Staff Suspend Strike Ahead of Meeting With Government

The strike declared since Monday as a way of protesting poor conditions of service, had a biting effect on some NIA registration centers Read more »

Ghana: Vegetables Dominate Top 20 Items With Highest Inflation in May

Of the 20 items with the highest rate of inflation in May, as many as 8 were commonly consumed vegetables. Read more »

Africa: Ghana Loses $1.4 Billion Annually Due to Illicit Financial Flows - Tax Justice Network Africa

The situation is equally alarming at the continental level, with Africa suffering an estimated annual loss of $89 billion due to illicit financial flows, as reported by the United… Read more »

Ghana: 8 Productivity Hacks for Remote Workers in Ghana

Remote working is only effective when the people around you are aware that it is not just another weekend at home. Read more »

Ghana: Ghana Finalises Debt Treatment Agreement With Official Creditor Committee - Commercial Creditors Still Outstanding

Government secures MoU with Official Creditor Committee but agreement with Commercial Creditors is outstanding. Read more »

Ghana: I Will Restore Collapsed Banks - John Mahama

Former president Mahama also promised to reset the country by restoring the economy Read more »