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Three Power Plants Risk Shutdown Over $259 Million Debt

Three critical power plants in Ghana are on the verge of shutting down due to unpaid debts amounting to $259 million, the Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Power Producers (IPP), Dr. Elikplim Apetorgbor, has disclosed. Speaking to Citi Business News on Tuesday, November 19, Dr. Apetorgbor revealed that the …

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 17-Year-Old Killed in Fire Outbreak at Atonsu Bokuro

A 17-year-old boy, identified only as Jerry, has tragically lost his life in a fire that destroyed properties at Atonsu Bokuro in the Asokwa Municipality of the Ashanti Region. The fire broke out around 8:30 a.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024, while Jerry was asleep in one of the rooms. …

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Prof. Naana Opoku-Agyemang Commences Upper West Campaign Tour

The vice-presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, is beginning a campaign tour of the Upper West Region today, November 19, 2024. This tour is part of her efforts to garner support for the NDC’s presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama, and the party’s parliamentary candidates …

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Supreme Court Sets December 18 for Judgment on Anti-LGBTQI+ Case

The Supreme Court of Ghana has announced December 18, 2024, as the date for its judgment on the constitutional challenge against the Anti-LGBTQI+ Bill. The challenge was filed by Richard Dela Sky in May 2024. The case has drawn criticism from proponents of the bill, who accused the Chief Justice …

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Free SHS: Ablakwa Criticizes CHASS’ Silence Over Alleged Distribution of Expired Rice

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has raised concerns about the silence of teacher unions and the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) regarding allegations of expired rice being supplied to Senior High Schools (SHSs). Ablakwa accused Lamens Investment Africa Limited and the National Food …

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Ghana Rises to 18th in Global Rankings for Students in U.S. Universities

Ghana has achieved a remarkable milestone, ranking 18th globally in the 2024 Open Doors Report for the number of students studying in the United States. The report, published by the Institute of International Education (IIE), revealed that 9,394 Ghanaians were enrolled in U.S. universities during the 2023–2024 academic year. This …

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Akufo-Addo to Commission Flowerpot Interchange Today

  President Nana Akufo-Addo will officially commission the newly constructed Flowerpot Interchange today, November 19, 2024. The project, which includes a flyover and motorway interchange, aims to improve North-South connectivity in the area. It complements the recently completed underpass and provides a strategic alternative for commuters. The interchange features an …

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 I feel your pain, It shall be well – Kurt Okraku

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed deep remorse following the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana’s 2-1 loss to Niger in Accra marked the conclusion of a winless qualification campaign, leaving the team at the bottom of Group F …

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I Won’t Resign – Otto Addo boldly tells Ghanaians

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has dismissed calls for his resignation following Ghana’s disappointing performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, culminating in a 2-1 loss to Niger. Speaking after the match, Addo maintained his resolve to remain in his position, emphasizing his personal journey and dedication …

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Black Stars Suffer Defeat to Niger, End 2025 AFCON Qualifiers Winless

Ghana’s Black Stars concluded their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a 2-1 loss to Niger at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday. This defeat sealed a winless run through the qualifiers, marking the first time in 21 years that Ghana has failed to qualify for the …

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