Star Ghana Foundation launches local philanthropy project
Star Ghana Foundation has launched a local Philanthropy project, seeking to sensitise society, about the act of domestic resource mobilisation, to supplement governmental aids and humanitarian needs. Tagged “Giving for Change”, the project is also expected to be a practical guide for self-reliance and fuel the desire in citizens to make a difference in their […]
Two suspected Fulani armed robbers arrested at Fumbisi
Two Fulani men suspected to be highway armed robbers have been arrested at Fumbisi in the Builsa South District by the Upper East Regional Police Command. A statement signed in Bolgatanga by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), Mr David Fianko-Okyere, Public Relations Officer, Regional Police Command, said the two, Mumuni Bukari and Sediki Gomburi had […]
215 suspected criminals rounded up in post bullion Van attack
The Accra Regional Police Command has embarked on an enhanced operational exercise in Accra, arresting 215 suspected criminals including 17 women, in a targeted operation. The operation follows very disturbing recorded cases of violent crimes in Accra, particularly a bullion van attack which led to the killing of a policeman and a woman on Monday, […]
Ethiopia prepares for tense, long-delayed elections
Ethiopia is holding National and Regional Parliamentary Election today. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says the election will be the country’s first free and fair polls after decades of repressive rule. However, voting has been delayed in 110 out of 547 constituencies due to violent conflicts, logistical constraints and some opposition parties boycotting the election, alleging […]
Hearts cruise into round of 16 after thumping Windy Professionals
Four second-half goals from Accra Hearts of Oak ensured they edged division two side Windy Professionals to move into the Round of 16 of this year’s MTN FA Cup. Goals from Daniel Afriyie Barnieh, Emmanuel Nettey, Benjamin Afutu and Abdul Manaf ensured an emphatic victory for the Phobians while Vicent Mobilla grabbed the consolation goal […]
Isaac Dogboe defeats American boxer Adam Lopez
Former WBO Super Bantamweight champion Isaac ‘Royal Storm’ Dogboe saw off a late rally by Adam Lopez to claim a ten-round majority decision win Saturday evening in Las Vegas. Judge Dave Moretti had the action even at 95-95, overruled by judges Chris Migliore (97-93) and Don Trella (96-94) who ruled in favor of Dogboe in […]
Government to develop special programmes to support fathers
Sunday, June 20, was marked throughout the world as Father’s day. In a statement to commemorate the day, the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection said the celebration of Father’s Day is opportune because fathers contribute immensely to socio-economic development of their families and the nation and therefore need to be celebrated. According to […]
Mine workers mark maiden miners’ week after 77 years of existence
General Secretary of the Ghana Mineworkers’ Union, Abdul-Moomin Gbana, says with the increasing uncertainties in the future of work and unpredictable trade union terrain, workers unions need to be innovative in responding to the inevitable challenges. He said as the union inches towards its centenary, it will continue to build on the achievements of its […]
Statistical Service lists over 8 million structures within a week for 2021 Census
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), has so far listed more than eight million structures making up seventy percent of the estimated 11 million in the country in the past six days. The listing of structures, which forms the first phase of the 2021 Population and Housing Census, is expected to end on Wednesday. The enumeration […]
Ghana cancels Hajj amid concerns over COVID
The Ghana Hajj Board says there will be no pilgrimage to Mecca this year. Chairman of the Board, Sheikh I.C Quaye, told journalists at a meeting in Accra that the decision was arrived after a meeting with the Ghana Hajj Agents Association. This follows the June 12, 2021, announcement by the Saudi Government’s Ministry of […]
