Ghana Politics

Protesters participating in the ongoing #OccupyJulorbiHouse movement were apprehended earlier today at the 37 Trotro station, where they had assembled to march towards the Jubilee House. Among those detained is Barker-Vormawor, who is purportedly leading the demonstration. According to Olele Salvador, the Ghana Police Service has allegedly directed the arrested …

Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame has publicly stated his desire to seek re-election for a fourth term in the upcoming year. This decision, if successful, could potentially prolong his tenure in office to nearly thirty years. Kagame’s announcement indicates his commitment to continue leading the nation and underscores the significance of …

The organizers of the #OccupyJulorHouse movement have issued an official statement, urging the general public to dismiss the circulating news claiming that the police have obtained a court injunction to halt their planned demonstration.   In their comprehensive statement, the organizers emphasize the need for the public to ignore any …

James Klutse Avedzi, Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), has advised Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) not to renew contracts with the waste management firm Zoomlion due to a lack of visible benefits. The directive follows a parliamentary decision not to renew Zoomlion’s contract and arose during a …

The Ministry of Interior has made a significant announcement, designating Thursday, September 21, 2023, as a public holiday to commemorate the birthday of Kwame Nkrumah. In an official statement issued by the ministry, it has unequivocally declared that September 21, 2023, will be observed as Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, with …

The Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Wa East constituency, Dr. Godfred Seidu Jasaw, has raised a crucial concern regarding the ongoing limited voters’ registration exercise in the Wa East District. Dr. Jasaw, in an effort to address the significant accessibility challenges faced by the residents of this district, has …

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu in the Volta region, has donated over 100 life jackets to his constituency. He provided these jackets to ensure the safety of young citizens who need to cross the Volta River to register at the EC office in Battor. This …

Former Ghanaian President and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Flag Bearer, John Dramani Mahama, is set to speak at the 2023 Humanity Summit in Faro, Portugal, with a focus on social change and justice. This annual event centers on promoting humanity’s well-being through values like Dignity, Equality, and Freedom, aiming to …

Ghana has become Africa’s largest debtor to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) once again, with its debt increasing by 35.3% in the second quarter of 2023. This surge is due to a $600 million bailout from the IMF aimed at revitalizing Ghana’s economy. As of July 31, 2023, Ghana’s outstanding …

Five individuals, previously apprehended for orchestrating a demonstration in the Western Region in a show of support for the Russian private military organization, Wagner Group, are set to have another court hearing scheduled for the upcoming month. As of now, these suspects remain incarcerated in police custody located in Takoradi, …