The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Ghana’s bailout programme would soon be approved by the Executive Board. Kristalina Georgieva said creditors have been meeting to agree on financing assurances for Ghana, which is the last prior action needed for board considerations. “I am optimistic that we …

On Wednesday, 13th April 2023 there was a press release that indicates that Asantehemaa’s court stops some Kejetia traders from holding elections for the second time. According to the release, “Asantehemaa’s Court at Manhyia Palace has once again struck down a move by some traders at the Kejetia new Market …

Members of the Teachers and Education Workers Union, TEWU have threatened to withdraw their services on April 15 The Union is demanding the 600 cedis professional and skills development allowance be paid to its members. In 2020, TEWU demanded the payment of professional and skills development allowance. The Education Ministry …

The Chief Justice has urged the public to report any judge or officer of the judicial service who demands money as a condition to bail suspects or misconducts him or herself in the administration of justice. The Chief Justice, Justice Annin Yeboah made the call as part of efforts to …

The Asantehemaa’s Court at Manhyia Palace has once again struck down a move by some traders at the Kejetia new market to form a new association. Some traders at the facility in October 2022 incur the wrath of the Asantehemaa following their decision to hold elections at the facility without …

The Police are on a manhunt for a gang of robbers who attacked a cash collection point at Anyinase near Essiama on 11th April 2023. The robbers who were on motorbikes entered the premises of the cash collection point under the pretext of transacting business but later attacked the workers …

John Mahama, a former president, has clarified that his remark “do or die” does not imply that there should be bloodshed. He explained that it signifies that the 2024 elections are crucial and that everything must be done to oust the New Patriotic Party from office. Addressing on the second day of his trip in Osino, in the Fanteakwa South District of the Eastern Region, Mr Mahama said that the 2024 election is crucial for the NDC and that everyone must put in a lot of effort to win. ” A do or die comment does not mean using a sword, machete and other offensive weapons to butcher each other during the elections day but rather exercising vigilance at the various polling stations by protecting the vote cast of  Ghanaian voters”. …

Ghana hopes to take a big step towards restructuring its $58bn-worth of debt this week, with its bilateral creditors meeting today to discuss whether to provide enough relief to unlock a $3bn IMF bailout. Ghana owes $5.5bn to foreign governments and their state banks. Ken Ofori-Atta, finance minister, said he …

Education Minister, Hon Yaw Osei Adutwum has called for the support of philanthropists for the construction of a Teacher Training College at Jachie in the Bosomtwe District of the Ashanti Region. Education is factored as one of the most essential tools in the development of every country. The minister in …

Former president John Mahama and flag bearer hopeful of the NDC says the NDC will not promise what it cannot deliver. Speaking to delegates at the commencement of his eastern regional campaign tour, John Mahama says he will use his experience to turn around and transform the country. Aspiring Presidential …