Jurors in Ghana have embarked on an indefinite strike due to the government’s failure to pay their allowances. The jurors’ decision arises from the non-payment of their February 2023 allowance, along with outstanding payments from July 2023 to May 2024, resulting in 10 months’ worth of arrears. In a statement, …
Read More »Ghanaian Students in Morocco Appeal to Government to Resolve 10-Month Stipend Delay Amid Hardships
Ghanaian students studying in Morocco are facing severe hardships due to the government’s failure to pay their monthly stipends for ten consecutive months. This critical issue requires immediate attention from the Government of Ghana and the public to prevent further distress among the students. The delayed stipends, essential for covering …
Read More »NHIA CEO: GHC2m Dialysis Support to Begin June 1st
Dr. Aboagye DaCosta, the CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has confirmed the availability of GHC2 million to assist renal patients in need of dialysis. This support is set to commence on June 1, 2024, with preparations underway for a smooth implementation over the next six months. Many …
Read More »Ghanaians Could Soon Travel from Accra to Lagos by Train – Railway Minister Promises
The Minister for Railway Development, John Peter Amewu, has affirmed the government’s dedication to linking railway networks with neighboring nations. Addressing the launch of the 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues in Accra, Minister Amewu emphasized that plans to modernize and extend the railway network across the ECOWAS bloc are progressing as …
Read More »Ghana U-17 Team Defeats Côte d’Ivoire 5-1 in WAFU Zone B Opener
Ghana’s U-17 men’s national team, the Black Starlets, began their 2024 WAFU Zone B U-17 Cup of Nations campaign with a dominant performance, defeating Côte d’Ivoire 5-1 at the University of Ghana Stadium in Accra on Wednesday, May 15. Under the guidance of former Black Stars winger Laryea Kingston, the …
Read More »GPHA Reprimands Staff Involved in Altercation with Immigration Service Officers
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has disciplined its security personnel who were seen in a video involved in a conflict with officers from the Ghana Immigration Service. This information was shared in a press release dated May 15, 2024, and signed by Abena Serwah Opoku Fosu, the Marketing …
Read More »NPP Committed to Peaceful Transition of Power in Case of Electoral Defeat – Henry Quartey
Henry Quartey, the Minister of Interior, has restated the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) unwavering commitment to a peaceful transfer of power should they lose in the upcoming general elections. This assurance comes amidst concerns raised by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) regarding the willingness of the incumbent Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government …
Read More »National Theatre Offers Support to Afronitaaa and Other Performing Arts Professionals
Amy Frimpong, the Executive Director of the National Theatre of Ghana, has pledged support to dancer Afronitaaa following her impressive performance at the Britain’s Got Talent auditions. Frimpong stated that the National Theatre, which oversees dance as one of the performing arts sectors, will provide facilities to help Afronitaaa hone …
Read More »Koforidua: Teachers Protest Over Unpaid Allowances
Teacher unions in Koforidua held a demonstration on Monday, May 15, demanding the payment of four outstanding allowances. The allowances in question are the deprived area allowance, extra assessment allowance, book/data/online and teaching support, and an increase in CPD allowances. The demonstrators, members of the Ghana National Association of …
Read More »I Invested Nearly $100,000 in Promoting ‘A Country Called Ghana’ – Lilwin
Renowned Kumawood actor, Kwadwo Nkansah LilWin, has revealed that he has spent close to $100,000 to promote his latest film, ‘A Country Called Ghana’. To boost the movie’s visibility, LilWin purchased a brand-new Mercedes Benz C43 AMG and customized it with promotional flyers. The actor and producer noted that …
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