Cries Behind Closed Doors: Horrifying Tales of Gender Based Violence and the Urgent Call for a Safe Shelter
By: Joyce Kantam Kolamong In the shadows of Ghana’s vibrant culture, a devastating reality persists: countless women and children suffer in silence, victims of sexual and gender based violence. The statistics are chilling – one in four women in Ghana will experience gender-based violence, leaving deep scars that may never fully heal. Behind closed doors, […]
NPP’s Saaka Salia criticizes Speaker Bagbin’s leadership as “rancorous” and “untouchable”
By Belinda Nketia The ongoing controversy surrounding the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has taken a new turn. Saaka Salia, a member of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) communications team spoke out against speaker Bagbin’s leadership style, labeling him of being “untouchable” and having a “rancorous nature” that is detrimental to Ghana’s progress. Speaking on […]
McDan Aviation Private Jet Terminal shut down over $3m debt crisis
By Regina Kwapong The chairman of the Public Services Workers Union of Ghana Airport Company Limited, Mr. Abdul Issaka-Bamba has disclosed that McDan Aviation Private Jet Terminal was locked earlier today by the orders of the Managing Director due to the indebtedness to GACL. The debt comprises land leases, rentals, and terminal charges accumulated over […]
Ten Police Officers sue IGP over transfer orders
By Ashiadey Dotse Ten Police Officers, led by Sergeant David Ojeyim, have filed a lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to block their transfer to new posts. They claim the transfer order issued by the Police Administration is baseless and unfair. Court documents reveal that the officers were initially assigned to an intelligence-gathering operation […]
Franklin Cudjoe calls for probe into alleged harassment of NDC supporters
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Franklin Cudjoe, president of IMANI Africa, has urged the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to investigate harassment claims by alleged supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Reports indicate that civil servants are being coerced to leave government housing in Roman Ridge, and ongoing renovation projects have been disrupted. In a […]
Honouring African sports figures who passed away in 2024
By Ashiadey Dotse In 2024, Africa said goodbye to several sports icons who left lasting legacies in their fields and beyond. From basketball courts to marathon tracks, these figures inspired millions and contributed significantly to society. Dikembe Mutombo (DR Congo) NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo, known for his towering presence on the basketball court and iconic […]
Dr. Ekow Kwainoe: MP-elect outlines vision for Ekumfi constituency
BY REGINA KWAPONG Member of Parliament Elect for Ekumfi, Dr. Othniel Ekow Kwainoe, has shared his vision for the constituency. Speaking on the AM Show on Joy News on December 30, 2024, he highlighted key challenges facing Ekumfi and outlined his plans to address them. One of the major issues raised by Dr. Kwainoe is […]
Mahama meets Kenya’s President Ruto, pledges to deepen relations
By, Savannah Pokuaah Duah President-elect John Dramani Mahama recently met with Kenyan President William Ruto to express his gratitude for Ruto’s ongoing support and to formally invite him to his inauguration on January 7, 2025. John Mahama shared highlights of their discussions on Facebook on December 29, 2024, which focused on regional integration, continental security, […]
Mohamed Salah says new Liverpool contract talks are ‘far away’
By Ashiadey Dotse Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has revealed that he is still “far away” from agreeing to a new contract with the club. The 32-year-old winger’s current deal ends this season, allowing him to negotiate with clubs outside England from January 1 for a potential free transfer in the summer. Salah, who scored his […]
Beyond Protection: How Parametric Insurance is Shaping the Future of Global Resilience
STORY BY: KWEKU BOLTON In the face of increasingly unpredictable climate events worldwide, parametric insurance has emerged as a powerful new tool in the insurance industry. Unlike traditional insurance, which reimburses claims based on physical losses, parametric insurance pays out automatically when specific parameters such as wind speed, earthquake magnitude, drought, extreme heat, tropical cyclones, […]
