Four prominent mobile money agents associations in Ghana, namely the Northern MoMo Agents Association of Ghana (NOMAAG), the Mobile Money Advocacy Group (MOMAG), the Mobile Money Agents Association Ghana (MMAAG), and ABAG, have jointly declared a temporary restriction on cash withdrawals to GHS1,000 per transaction effective December 1st, 2023. This …
Read More »Private Toilet Operators to Enforce Fee Hike Effective December 1st, 2023
As shared by Okay FM on their Instagram page, private toilet operators have issued a notice to the general public regarding a forthcoming increase in usage fees. Citing the mounting expenses associated with management, all private toilets will now require a fee of Two Ghana Cedis (Gh¢ 2) starting …
Read More »Ghana’s Cedi Declines by 25.8% Against the Dollar, Prompts Economic Concerns – BoG Reports
According to the Bank of Ghana’s latest report in November 2023, Ghana’s currency, the cedi, has experienced a significant depreciation of 25.8% against the US dollar. The report highlighted a period of relative stability for the cedi between March and September 2023, trading between GHS 11.01 and GHS 11.13 against …
Read More »Over 72,000 People Reportedly Living With HIV/AIDS in the Ashanti Region
In the latest Ghana AIDS Commission report of 2022, startling figures have emerged concerning the prevalence of HIV in the Ashanti Region. The report discloses that an estimated 72,429 individuals are living with HIV in the region. Shockingly, only approximately 26,000 are currently receiving Anti-Retroviral (ARV) medication through health facilities, …
Read More »Ghanaian Blogger SIKAOFFICIAL Clinches Blogger of the Year Award at 5th National Communication Awards
Last night, at the 5th National Communication Awards, Sika Kwaku Dennis, famously recognized as SIKAOFFICIAL, emerged victorious by securing the prestigious Blogger of the Year 2023 title. This remarkable achievement marks a significant milestone in Dennis’s career, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in the Ghanaian blogging community. The …
Read More »UGBS Master’s Student Dies After Being Attacked by Robbers
A distressing incident occurred yesterday, November 21, 2023, resulting in the untimely demise of a Master’s student from the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS). According to reports, the student was making his way back from an evening class, approximately between 8 to 9 pm, when he was accosted by …
Read More »Tragic Collision Claims 10 Lives in Ho
A devastating incident unfolded at the foot of Galenku Hill in Ho Bankoe, resulting in the loss of at least 10 lives following a collision between a mini-bus and a refuse compactor. The fatal crash occurred around 4 PM on Tuesday when a mini-bus, bearing registration number GR 1645 W, …
Read More »Fatal Collision Claims Six Lives in Asanso, Ashanti Region
A tragic road accident near Asanso, close to Asante Bekwai in the Ashanti Region on Sunday, November 19, 2023, has resulted in the reported loss of six lives. The incident transpired when one of the five vehicles transporting mourners from Aputuogya to Manso Fahiakobo collided with a truck, leading to …
Read More »Alleged Apatuogya Gangster ‘Demon’ Arrested Following Viral Video
In recent developments, the Ghana Police Service has apprehended an individual self-identified as ‘Demon,’ a purported member of the notorious Apatuogya gang, after a video surfaced online where he and an associate confessed to criminal activities. The viral footage, circulated a few days prior, showcased ‘Demon’ and his companion openly …
Read More »Daily Weather Report for Ghana – 20th November 2023
Varied Conditions Across Ghana Morning Forecast (6AM): – Northern Ghana: Dry and slightly hazy conditions expected throughout the day. – Southern Ghana: Anticipated to be sunny with periodic clouds. Localized rain showers likely later in the day. – Early morning visibility affected in mountainous and forest areas due to …
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