University staff unions threaten strike over unpaid allowances on August 9
The Senior Staff Association-Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of Senior Staff Association of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers Union of Trade Union Congress (TEWU-TUC) have announced their intention to embark on industrial action on August 9, 2024, if their demands regarding unpaid allowances are not met by the government. In a […]
Ghana Boundary Commission prioritises social interventions in border communities to prevent exploitation
By Rachel Kakraba The National Coordinator of the Ghana Boundary Commission, Major General Emmanuel Kotia, says undertaking social interventions on border communities remains a priority of the Commission. He noted that such initiatives are critical to preventing unscrupulous persons and groups taking advantage of the vulnerability of deprived border communities for selfish gains. “Most of […]
Kamala Harris expected to announce running mate for election
Harris’s decision – expected to be announced this morning – comes after she interviewed several contenders over the weekend. Among those to be grilled were governors Josh Shapiro and Tim Walz, and Senator Mark Kelly. Harris also reportedly met her vetting team – led by former US attorney general Eric Holder – over the weekend […]
Paris 2024: Sweden’s Armand Duplantis sets new pole vault world record
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Armand Duplantis has once again pushed the boundaries of human athleticism by setting a new world record in the men’s pole vault. The Swedish pole vaulter cleared an astonishing 6.25 meters, surpassing his previous record set in April. This remarkable achievement came as Duplantis clinched the gold medal in a thrilling […]
I will willingly step down as President on 7th January 2025- Akufo-Addo
By Jeremiah Nutsugah The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has assured that he will willingly step down as President on January 7, 2025. Speaking to senior citizens at the 2024 Founders’ Day celebration in Accra on Monday, President Akufo-Addo expressed his gratitude for the privilege of serving as President twice, stating, “It has been the […]
New Shippers’ Authority Law to tackle high, arbitrary charges imposed at Ghana’s ports
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A Director for Business Development and Commercial Service at the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Mr. Emmanuel Kofi Arku, says the Ghana Shippers’ Authority Bill, 2024, recently passed into law by Parliament, will tackle alleged high and arbitrary charges imposed at Ghana’s ports. “We all do hear about high, arbitrary, illegal, and administrative […]
Solomon Ofori-Acquah: Ghanaian-born researcher in genetics and sickle cell disease to lead new treatments in US
An accomplished researcher in genetics and sickle cell disease is returning to Georgia to lead a science and medical collaborative that aims to find new treatments and cures for the disease. The Georgia Research Alliance reports that the Eminent Scholar named to lead Georgia’s Solve Sickle Cell Initiative.Described as a Global educator, Solomon Fiifi Ofori-Acquah […]
University of Cape Coast Vice Chancellor’s impasse resolved
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has resolved the impasse between the Council Chairman of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. S H Amonoo-Koafi, and the rest of the University Community over the termination of the appointment of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, recently. The GTEC, which is the regulator of tertiary institutions […]
AGI, GUTA, others support new Ghana Shippers’ Authority Law
BY EUGENIA SERWAA The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), and other key players have thrown their weight behind the newly passed Ghana Shippers’ Authority Law. The various trade associations indicated their support at a stakeholder engagement organised by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) to seek input for setting up […]
Adamu Ramadan: Adenta MP honoured
BY EUGENIA SERWA ACHEAMPONG The Member of Parliament for the Adentan Constituency, Mr. Mohammed Adamu Ramadan, has been honoured for his outstanding role towards development in his constituency. The High Council of Adentan Municipal Zongo and Tribal Chiefs, who honoured him with a citation, urged Ghanaians to demonstrate political maturity and work together to consolidate […]
