Togo suspends Russian ride-hailing app Yango
By Jeremiah Nutsugah Togo’s transport ministry has suspended the operations of Yango, a ride-hailing app owned by Russian tech giant Yandex, due to security concerns. The suspension comes just months after Yango began operating in the West African nation. According to the ministry’s statement, released on Thursday, Yango started operating in June without obtaining the […]
Beach Soccer AFCON: Black Sharks eliminated after 5-2 loss to Morocco
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Black Sharks faced a challenging match against Morocco in their second game of the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, ultimately succumbing to a 5-2 defeat. This loss followed their opening game against Egypt, where they were also defeated 6-3. The Black Sharks entered the match with hopes […]
CPP vows to revive Nkrumah’s industrialisation policy for job creation
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah A member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), manifesto committee, Kwasi Adarkwa, has emphasised the crucial role of industrialisation in transforming Ghana’s economy. “Industrialisation is the first step; without it, we cannot develop and harness our natural resources,” he stated. In an interview with Maltiti Sayida Sadick on GTV’s breakfast show […]
NDC’s MP’s to assume majority position in Parliament-Ayariga
By Jeremiah Nutsugah Bawku Central Member of Parliament Mahama Ayariga has announced that National Democratic Congress (NDC) MPs will take the Majority position in Parliament when it reconvenes on Tuesday, October 22. However, this plan is contingent on Speaker Alban Bagbin not issuing a contrary directive. Speaker Bagbin declared four parliamentary seats—Amenfi Central, Fomena, Suhum, […]
Avoid chaos and anarchy on Tuesday – Otchere Darko advises Parliament
Gabby Asare Otchere Darko, a prominent member of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), has urged Parliament to avoid chaos and anarchy during its session on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. In a Facebook post on Sunday, October 20, Otchere Darko called for calm amidst the growing political tension in the House following the Speaker’s ruling […]
Government spearheads key policy reforms for Free TVET in Ghana
By Regina Kwapong In a recent address, the Director General of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTV) ET in Ghana, Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah, highlighted significant policy changes introduced by the government to promote Free Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). According to Dr. Asamoah, the implementation of Free TVET […]
Nora Häuptle intensifies player scouting for 2025 WAFCON
By Ashiadey Dotse Black Queens coach Nora Häuptle recently traveled to France to watch talented midfielder Mia Irene Gyau in a French Arkema Premier League match between Reims and Nante at the Stade de Reims. Coach Häuptle’s trip was part of her efforts to find skilled players for the senior women’s national team ahead of […]
Falz Praises Funke Akindele’s work ethic and passion
In a recent interview with Chude Jideonwo, renowned rapper and actor Folarin Falana, famously known as Falz, lauded filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele, hailing her as one of the most hardworking entertainers he has come across. He stated that, “I don’t think I’ve ever crossed paths with any other entertainer in this country. Yes, that […]
“We will eliminate e-levy and betting tax with our new majority status,” says Ato Forson
By Ashiadey Dotse The National Democratic Congress (NDC), has promised to use its new “majority status” in Parliament to reduce taxes for Ghanaians. The party’s Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, said they plan to get rid of unpopular taxes, such as the Electronic Transfers Levy (E-Levy) and taxes on betting. Speaking to journalists in […]
Public services workers on indefinite strike over unresolved salary matters
By Ewurabena Paha The Public Services Workers Union (PSWU), is embarking on an indefinite strike today, in what it says is the deliberate delay on the part of the Government, Fair Wages and Salaries Commission, and the Ministry of Finance to finalise negotiations on certain allowances due members. Leadership of the PSWU said allowance disparities […]
