Politics
Government set to launch one student one tablet initiative on March 25
To enhance digital learning and improve educational access for Senior High School (SHS) students, the government has unveiled plans for the launch of the One Student One Tablet initiative. The launch is scheduled to take place on Monday, March 25, 2024. According to Nana Gyamfi Adwabour, the Executive Director of the Centre for National Distance […]
I’m a visionary leader – Nana Kwame Bediako
Businessman and politician Nana Kwame Bediako, widely known as Freedom Jacob Caesar, has described himself as a visionary leader. Mr. Bediako, leader of the New Force Movement, expresses his intention to leverage his experience to contribute to the development of the country. Additionally, he identifies himself as an industrialist, poised to stimulate the growth of […]
‘Okada’ operations remain illegal – NRSA
The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Ing. David Osafo Adonteng, has reiterated that the operations of ‘Okada’ remain illegal. This statement comes in response to promises made by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Mahama, who pledged to legalize the operations of commercial motorbikes, popularly known as okada. Mahama made […]
Former Information Minister and MP, John Tia, passes on
Former Information Minister and Member of Parliament, John Tia, has passed away. Tia, who previously held the position of Information Minister during the tenure of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, passed away on Sunday, March 24, at the Upper East Regional Hospital, as reported by Joy TV. Mr. John Tia experienced a brief illness […]
Ghana signs visa waiver agreement with Malawi
Ghana and Malawi Forge Visa Waiver Agreement to Strengthen Bilateral Relations Ghana and Malawi recently signed a significant agreement aimed at implementing a visa waiver regime for holders of ordinary, diplomatic, and service passports. Effective February 7, 2024, this accord underscores a pivotal step towards fostering closer bilateral ties and promoting sustained collaboration between the […]
Akufo-Addo sacks Birim Central MCE
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has revoked the appointment of Madam Victoria Adu as Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Birim Central Municipal Assembly. She has been directed to transfer her responsibilities to the Regional Minister, who will assume oversight of the Municipal Assembly until a successor is appointed and officially confirmed as the new Municipal […]
Akufo -Addo to Begin One Student One Laptop Initiative
President Akufo-Addo is set to inaugurate the ‘Ghana Smart Schools Project’ on Monday, March 25th, 2024, in Accra. This initiative forms a crucial component of the government’s drive to advance e-learning and digitalization within the education sector. A statement released by the Ministry of Education in Accra, and endorsed by Spokesperson Kwasi Kwarteng, explained that […]
National Service Personnel Receive Two Months’ Allowances, Express Intent to Qui
Several National Service personnel across various sectors, funded by the government, have expressed their dissatisfaction after receiving only two months’ worth of allowances despite completing five months of service. Expressing their frustration with the delayed and incomplete payment system, with some even contemplating leaving the program altogether. In an Interview with Pulse News, these are […]
Halt Transmission of Anti-Gay Bill to President Akufo-Addo – Presidency Urges Parliament
The Office of the President has requested Parliament to hold off on sending the anti-gay bill to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his approval. This decision, attributed to Nana Bediatuo Asante, the Secretary to the President, is motivated by the acknowledgment of two pending applications for an order of interlocutory injunction before the Supreme […]
Excessive election spending in 2020 contributed to Ghana’s economic challenges– IMF
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has pointed to a combination of factors for Ghana’s recent economic challenges, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and imprudent fiscal behavior during the 2020 election period. On Monday, March 18th, Bernard Avle reported on Kristalina Georgieva’s emphasis on the importance of drawing […]