The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has announced plans to roll out chip-embedded passports in Ghana by the second quarter of the upcoming year. This innovative move aims to complement the existing biometric passports initially, gradually phasing them out in due course. During a recent media briefing in …

In recent streaming trends on Spotify, African artists have been dominating the charts with their infectious beats and captivating lyrics. Here’s a rundown of the most streamed songs that have captured the hearts and ears of listeners across the continent and beyond: 1. Rema and Selena Gomez collaborated on “Calm …

Breaking up is often an inevitable part of romantic relationships, yet it doesn’t have to be filled with bitterness and anguish. Opting for a more considerate approach can alleviate the pain for both partners involved. In this discussion, we’ll explore six approaches to parting ways with kindness, nurturing empathy and …

In a social media post that has ignited a spirited online discourse, Nigerian music icon Davido recently showered praise on a sumptuous fufu and light soup meal served to him during a visit to the home of Ghanaian artist Stonebwoy. His effusive appreciation for the Ghanaian dish, particularly crediting Stonebwoy’s …

Customers of the now-defunct Gold Coast Fund Management have initiated a 32-hour protest at the Ministry of Finance, demanding the release of their locked-up funds. Approximately 100 individuals comprising this group aim to exert pressure on the government to address their financial predicaments. Several aggrieved customers shared their stories, emphasizing …

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has unveiled the roster of eligible students set to attend Senior High Schools (SHS) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training Schools (TVET) this year. The release came through the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS), encompassing candidates who completed the Basic Education Certificate …

CUTS International’s West Africa Director, Appiah Adomako Kusi, has advised the Minister of Trade and Industry, KT Hammond, to reconsider the proposed Legislative Instrument aimed at limiting imports of specific products. This advice follows a recent clash in Parliament where the Minority vehemently opposed the move. In an interview on …

The Minority in Parliament of Ghana, led by Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has declared a strong stance against proposed tax exemptions for 45 companies, citing concerns over the potential misuse of these exemptions for kickbacks and expressing alarm at the collective relief sought amounting to over 5.5 billion Ghanaian …

Members of Ghana’s National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Parliament have raised concerns over President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s purported refusal to assent to the Witchcraft Bill, passed into an Act by Parliament several months ago. This alleged refusal, according to the NDC group, constitutes a violation of Ghana’s 1992 Republican …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has strongly criticized the actions of certain members affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) who were seen carrying machetes near the office of the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama. The incident, captured on camera and widely circulated, reportedly occurred during an alleged cleanup exercise …