Education

Education Minister praised for an event free School placement exercise

1,364  Some parents, guardians and stakeholders in the country have praised the Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, for an event-free Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) exercise this year. According to the concerned Ghanaians, the fact that no incident has so far been recorded during the self-placement and the general admission process attests […]

Social

Breaking news:Fire rips through French-line section of Kumasi Central Market

1,608  A raging fire has engulfed the French-Line section of the Kumasi Central Market, causing significant damage to shops selling clothes, phones, locally-made sandals, and medicinal products.   The fire began around 7 am on Sunday, leaving shop owners scrambling to save their belongings while others watched helplessly as the flames consumed their livelihoods. Despite […]

Politics

Support women participation in local governance-Gifty Kyeremateng

2,561  Gifty Kyeremateng ,an administrator by profession and the aspiring Assembly member for Bebu-Darko electoral area in the Atwima Kwanwoma District of Ashanti region has made a passionate appeal to the electorates to use the upcoming district level elections to support women participation to promote their confidence in leadership. Mrs. Kyeremateng make the appeal after […]

Politics

Lithium deal: 10% royalty rate not the most generous – Bright Simons to Lands Minister

1,565  Honorary Vice President of IMANI-Africa, Bright Simons, says the Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor’s claim that the royalty rate agreed in the lithium deal is the highest in the country’s history is false. He explained that Ghana has enjoyed significantly higher rates in the past and thus one could argue that […]

Politics

NDC General Secretary forges Global Alliances at SPD Party Conference in Germany

1,545  A display of global political engagement, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress Party (NDC), alongside Director of International Relations Alex Segbefia, took centre stage at the SPD Party conference in Germany. The delegation participated in pivotal discussions, marking an honoured opportunity to delve into crucial matters concerning party policies and […]

Education

Seven Headteachers in Ashanti Region interdicted for charging unauthorized fees

1,514  Seven headteachers in Senior High Schools (SHSs) across the Ashanti Region have been asked to step aside for allegedly charging unauthorized fees from fresh students. The Ghana Education Service (GES) in separate statements dated December 8, 2023, noted that it has initiated investigations into the conduct of the headteachers. The headteachers are Mrs Selina […]

Politics

About GH₵1,170 needed to complete admission process at Bishop Herman College

3,316  Despite the general perception that Free Senior High School (SHS) has been made available for all to attend, some headteachers continue to charge and sell unapproved items to first-year students. This is regardless of the various measures put in place by the Ghana Education Service and the Ministry of Education. Although education is free, […]

Business

AFIBAVILLE LUXURY HOMES: New Development Aims to Elevate Ho’s Housing Landscape and Attract Business Investments

1,904  In a significant stride toward elevating the housing options for the middle-class residents of Ho, a new project has been unveiled, AFIBAVILLE LUXURY HOMES offering affordable luxury homes that combine comfort, style, and accessibility. The initiative has already garnered support from homeowners and community leaders, who are now urging businesses to invest in the […]