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Minerals Commission Rejects High Street’s Application to Mine Kakum National Park

The Minerals Commission has taken a firm stance, ensuring that no mineral rights, whether for prospecting or mining, will be entertained within the bounds of the Kakum National Park. This resolute position comes after concerns were raised by several Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) who vehemently opposed an attempt by the …

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Minor Earth Tremor Strikes Multiple Suburbs of Accra, Causing Panic Among Residents

In the early hours of Sunday, November 12, 2023, around 7:20 am, several suburbs of Accra, Ghana, experienced a minor earth tremor, lasting only a few seconds. The affected areas included Weija, Mallam, Gbawe, SCC, and Bortianor. While the tremor induced panic among residents, there were no reports of injuries …

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Ghana Remains Hopeful for IMF Second Tranche Loan – Finance Ministry Clarifies Deadline

The Ministry of Finance has provided clarification regarding Ghana’s status in relation to the disbursement of the second tranche of a $600 million loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Contrary to previous reports, Ghana did not miss the November 1 deadline for this disbursement. In a statement released on …

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Parliament Summons Interior Minister Ambrose Dery Over Fatal Shooting in Toflokpo

  Parliament has requested the presence of Interior Minister Ambrose Dery to deliver a comprehensive report regarding the recent tragic shooting incident in Sege, Greater Accra Region, resulting in the loss of one life. A clash between Ada residents and the salt mining firm Electrochem Ghana culminated in a violent …

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Over GH¢13 Million Allocated through National Rental Assistance Scheme – Minister Asenso-Boakye Provides Update

The Minister of Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has revealed that a total of GH¢13.7 million has been distributed under the National Rental Assistance Scheme (NRAS) from January to October 2023. This disclosure was made during a parliamentary update in Accra. The NRAS was established as a key initiative to …

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World Bank Commits to Providing Humanitarian Aid for Victims of Akosombo Dam Spillage in Ghana

In response to the humanitarian crisis triggered by the overflow of the Akosombo Dam in the Lower Volta basin of Ghana, the World Bank has affirmed its commitment to assisting the Ghanaian government. Thousands of residents have been displaced, losing their homes, farms, and businesses due to the floods caused …

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Nigerian Actor Mr. Ibu Undergoes Amputation of Leg After Seven Surgeries

Respected Nigerian actor, Mr. Ibu, has faced a devastating setback, as he has had to undergo the amputation of one of his legs to preserve his life, following seven successful surgeries. Approximately one month ago, Mr. Ibu gained significant attention for reaching out for assistance in his battle against an …

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Biography of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah

Francis Kwame Nkrumah (21 September 1909 – 27 April 1972) was a Ghanaian politician, political theorist, and revolutionary. He was the first Prime Minister and President of Ghana, having led the Gold Coast to independence from Britain in 1957. An influential advocate of Pan-Africanism, Nkrumah was a founding member of the Organization of African Unity and winner of the Lenin Peace Prize from the Soviet …

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NDC Invites Ken Agyapong to Switch Allegiance from NPP

The Central Regional branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has extended an open invitation to Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, the Member of Parliament for Assin Central, encouraging him to leave the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and join their ranks. The NDC’s willingness to welcome Agyapong was highlighted by Prof. Kofi …

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Biography of Nii Okai

Nii Okai (Ernest Nii-Okai Okai, born September 19, 1977) is a Ghanaian Contemporary gospel singer and a choir leader. Early life and education Nii Okai had his Secondary School education at Mfantsipim School in Cape Coast, Central Region of Ghana and furthered at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He currently holds an MA in Mission and …

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