The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has subtly expressed its concerns following the passage of the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill by Ghana’s Parliament. On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved the bill that criminalizes LGBTQ+ activities, as well as their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Those found guilty could face a jail term ranging from …

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Hon. Mustapha Ussif, has emphasized the need for a more effective approach to maintaining sports facilities in the country. Speaking at the unveiling of the University of Ghana’s sports facilities on Friday, March 1st, 2024, he highlighted that the construction of modern sports facilities …

A final year student of Takoradi Technical University (TTU) has reportedly taken his own life in his private hostel at West Tanokrom, a suburb of the Effia-Kwesiminstim Municipality in the Western Region. The deceased, identified as Derick, was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his room, having allegedly used …

In a momentous ceremony, Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, unveiled the University of Ghana (UG) Sports Stadium as the primary venue for the 13th African Games (AG) yesterday. The stadium, boasting a capacity of 10,000 spectators and equipped with a state-of-the-art Mundo track for athletics alongside warm-up tracks, …

Deborah Vanessa, known as Sister Derby, a human rights activist and musician, along with her brother, Wanlov Kuborlor, has reacted to the passing of the Anti-Gay Bill in Ghana. Sister Derby questioned the efficacy of the bill in addressing crucial national issues. She voiced her concerns, asking whether the passing …

Akwasi Obempah, 35, the official driver of Nana Mprah Besemuna III, Krachiwura, has tragically drowned in the Volta Lake at Krachi in the Krachi West Municipality of the Oti Region. Nana Ato Odyifase I, Akwamuhene of Krachi, briefed the Ghana News Agency, stating that the deceased left the palace on …

A 33-year-old businessman, Andrews Amoah Ampaw, has been accused of defrauding a renowned church in Ghana of $57,000 under the pretense of procuring a 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser from Dubai. Ampaw, who pleaded not guilty, was apprehended by Ghana Immigration Service officials at Kotoka International Airport while attempting to leave …

Graduate unemployed Nurses and Midwives took to the streets of Tamale in the Northern Region to protest against their current situation, expressing frustration with the government and its agencies, particularly the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the Ministry of Finance (MoF). They accuse these entities of failing to grant financial …

The Ministry of Health has unveiled a health television station, MoH TV, in Accra, in a significant move to boost public health education. This initiative aims to educate, inspire, and empower every citizen of Ghana to make informed decisions regarding their health and well-being. MoH TV envisions emerging as the …

Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, has emphasized that incarcerating individuals based on their sexual orientation will not eradicate homosexuality. He expressed concern that such measures could potentially exacerbate such activities. Parliament passed the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values bill, commonly referred to …