Business

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Power outages affecting our businesses; release dumsor timetable

The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has added its voice to the growing chorus urging the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to publish a load-shedding timetable. The current power interruptions are inflicting adverse effects on businesses and livelihoods nationwide. In a statement issued, GUTA underscored the profound impact of the power outages on several […]

Entertainment

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Hajia Police Celebrates Motherhood with Heartfelt New Single “Mama I Love You” Featuring King Terk

The ever-inspiring and trailblazing Afroslamic artist, Hajia Police, has once again raised the bar with a soul-stirring new release that pays tribute to one of the most cherished figures in our lives—mothers. Known for her unique fusion of Afrobeat rhythms and Islamic cultural elements, Hajia Police has carved out a distinctive niche in the music […]
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I’m sorry for the embarrassment – Serwaa Amihere apologises for leaked video

Media personality Serwaa Amihere has issued a public apology for the intimate video that circulated widely a few weeks ago. The explicit footage, featuring Serwaa Amihere and an individual identified as Henry Fritz, was leaked on Tuesday, April 2, causing a stir on social media. Following the incident, three individuals, including Henry Fritz, who is […]
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Veteran Nollywood actor Pa Zulu dead

Renowned Nollywood actor, Pa Zulu Adigwe, has passed away. The veteran actor, beloved in the industry, reportedly died on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The news of his passing was shared by movie producer Stanley Nwoke, also known as Stanley Ontop, on his Instagram page. The producer did not provide any details about the cause of […]

Sports

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Performance tracker vague, needs more data – IMANI Africa

Policy think tank, IMANI Africa, has urged the government to enhance the quality of information and data featured on the recently introduced Performance Tracker. According to the think tank, while acknowledging the positive intent behind the tracker, there is a critical need for more comprehensive and accurate data to optimize its effectiveness. IMANI Africa mentions […]

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Govt work’ mentality affecting productivity in Ghana – Prof Adei

Economist Professor Stephen Adei has voiced his apprehension regarding what he terms as the ‘government work’ mentality, which he perceives as a hindrance to productivity in Ghana, spanning both public and private sectors. He identifies this mindset as a lingering consequence of colonialism, asserting its pervasive influence in the country. According to Prof. Adei, this […]

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EC must be probed by an independent body over missing laptops – NDC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called for an independent investigation into the Electoral Commission (EC) following allegations of missing laptops from the Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) kits. On March 20, the EC stated that none of its Biometric Verification Devices (BVD) were missing, contradicting the claims made by the opposition NDC. The EC clarified […]

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Ghana’s cocoa risks possible ban over galamsey-induced contamination – Kokofu

Henry Kokofu, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has issued a grave warning regarding a potential embargo on Ghana’s cocoa bean exports to the global market. This caution arises from the increasing activities of illegal miners, which pose a significant threat to the quality and safety of Ghana’s cocoa production. […]

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Nana Addo sacks SSNIT boss

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has removed Dr. John Ofori Tenkorang from his position as Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). Nana Bediatuo Asante, the Executive Secretary to the President, has instructed Dr. Tenkorang to transfer his duties to Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo by Monday, April 15, 2024, as outlined in a […]

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Dumsor: There is no load-shedding in Ghana – ECG MD

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has reaffirmed that the country is not experiencing any power outages, popularly referred to as “dumsor,” at present. In a recent statement, the ECG clarified that there is no active load-shedding program in place, contrary to some circulating reports suggesting otherwise. Despite public calls for a schedule outlining potential […]