The Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch) has called for sanctions against school heads whose institutions reported examination malpractice rates exceeding 50 percent to serve as a deterrent to others.

FOUR civil society organisations (CSOs) have proposed a GH¢1.65 reduction in fuel prices per litre for two months, instead of the four-week period suggested by the government. According to the CSOs, after the two-month period, government should review the intervention in line with prevailing global economic conditions. This was contained in a joint press statement … The post Cushioning

Diesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.

Tanzanian giants Simba SC are reportedly monitoring Medeama SC midfielder Salim Adams as interest grows in the Ghana Premier League standout following a remarkable individual campaign.The 22-year-old, who has been one of the most influential figures for Medeama SC this season, has attracted attention across the continent after delivering consistent performances that have combined attacking output with midfield control.Adamsâ?? numbers underline his impact in the current campaign:

THE government has dismissed claims that the recent landmark Security and Defence Partnership agreement signed with the European Union (EU) to bolster the country’s national and regional security strategy would allow foreign military bases or troops on Ghanaian soil. A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, announcing the development in Accra yesterday said the … The post No

The board and management of Asante Kotoko have issued an apology to supporters following mounting concern over the clubâ??s recent performances and the continued absence of a substantive head coach.In a statement signed by Communications Director Sarfo Duku (Esq.), the club acknowledged the disappointment of fans, admitting that recent results have fallen below the standards expected of the Kumasi-based giants.â??The board and managementâ?¦ acknowledge the concerns raised

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has cautioned that underperformance and poor customer service within district offices of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) could trigger a major organisational shake-up.7

MR John Darko, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Suame, has raised concerns over the tender process for the Damang Gold Mine, emphasising the need for transparency and fairness. That, he explained, will ensure that Ghana maximises value from its national assets. “I am not against local participation in Ghana’s mining … The post Suame

The Ghana Immigration Service has announced plans to carry out a targeted enforcement operation in the Greater Accra Region aimed at addressing street begging and enforcing immigration regulations.

Chief Executive Officer of Aduana FC, Collins Atta Poku, has urged authorities to strengthen security for Ghana Premier League teams during matchday travels following the death of forward Dominic Frimpong.The 20-year-old striker, who was on loan at Berekum Chelsea, died after armed robbers attacked the team bus on their return journey from a league fixture against FC Samartex last Sunday night.Speaking in an interview with 3Sports, Atta Poku described the incident as deeply painful

Chief Executive Officer of Aduana FC, Collins Atta Poku, has urged authorities to strengthen security for Ghana Premier League teams during matchday travels following the death of forward Dominic Frimpong.The 20-year-old striker, who was on loan at Berekum Chelsea, died after armed robbers attacked the team bus on their return journey from a league fixture against FC Samartex last Sunday night.Speaking in an interview with 3Sports, Atta Poku described the incident as deeply painful

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will soon arrive in the country for his official unveiling.GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum disclosed that the experienced Portuguese tactician is expected in the coming days, where he will formally present his vision for the senior national team.Queiroz, who has previously managed Egypt, Colombia and Oman, has been handed a short-term deal to lead Ghana into

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, yesterday promoted seven policemen who engaged and subdued two suspected armed robbers in Tema, on Monday, this week, after the miscreants had shot a mobile money vendor. They are Chief Inspector Enock Nartey Nuer, who was given special recommendation to the Police Academy. Chief Inspector Nuer […] The post IGP

Some members of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) U.S. branch are angry after the party issued revised election guidelines, which they say strip hundreds of dues-paying members of their voting rights, while easing the path for some candidates to contest office. The dispute centers on two sets of directives for external branch elections. According to […] The post NPP-USA Members Reject Revised

An Accra Circuit Court has remanded a 37-year-old Agricultural Officer, Abubakari Yakubu, into custody for allegedly publishing digitally altered images of President John Dramani Mahama and some prominent public officials on Facebook, with the intent to cause fear and panic. The accused, who pleaded not guilty to the charges, is expected to reappear before the […] The post Baba

An Accra Circuit Court presided over by His Honour Dennis Eyram Benson has remanded six men into police custody for their alleged involvement in a high-value robbery at Adabraka in Accra. The accused persons — Saum Mohammed alias Fariwata (A1), Alhassan Iliyasu alias Arab Man (A2), Hamza Agerego alias Nene Bawku (A3), Abdul-Samed Bonsiabu Larry […] The post Six Remanded Over GH¢14.3m

The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has criticised government officials over claims that locally produced maize is unsuitable for poultry feed, describing the assertion as misleading and harmful to Ghanaian farmers. Speaking during an engagement with farmers and traders at Atebubu-Amantin in the Bono East Region on Tuesday, he […] The post Annoh-Dompreh

Nestled within the lush campus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, in Kumasi, is one of the most important green spaces in the city and the country at large. It was established in 1960 to support teaching, research and conservation of plant species, particularly those found in tropical environments. The garden covers a […] The post KNUST Botanical Garden under siege appeared first on

In the heart of the Adansi North District of the Ashanti Region, a transformative leader is redefining the traditional role of a Queenmother. Nana Serwaa Bruwaa II, the Queenmother of the Akrokerri Sub-Divisional Council Area has emerged as a rare and multifaceted force, simultaneously acting as a dedicated Philanthropist, a progressive Industrialist, an innovative Agriculturalist and […] The post Nana

The Federal Government has credited the economic reforms of President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the cost of petrol in the country, saying the price for the essential commodity is 50 per cent lower than the global average. According to the Executive Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Zacch Adedeji, who spoke on Tuesday, Nigeria […] The post Govt defends