The CEO of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), Dr. Riverson Oppong, has warned that fuel prices are expected to surge significantly in the upcoming pricing window, despite the marginal drop recorded this week. Speaking on Channel One TV on Tuesday, June 17, Dr. Oppong explained that although consumers are currently experiencing a slight […]
John Dramani Mahama, Ghana’s president, is set to introduce a groundbreaking agricultural programme aimed at boosting the country’s economy through farming. The initiative, known as the Feed Ghana Programme (FGP), will be launched at Methodist School Park in Techiman, a region historically known for its vital contribution to national food production. Initially slated for an earlier […]
President John Dramani Mahama has ordered an immediate ban on DSTV and other satellite television subscriptions at the Jubilee House, citing the need to curb unnecessary government spending and promote fiscal discipline. According to a high-level source within the presidency, the directive is part of a broader initiative by the President to eliminate non-essential expenditures […]
A prominent Kumasi businessman has voiced serious concerns regarding the practices of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), alleging irregularities in their tax assessment processes. Dr. Apostle Nana James Akwasi Oppong, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Jakwapo Group of Company, voiced his disappointment and suspicion over what he describes as unfair tax impositions. In an […]
Bonwire, the heart of Kente weaving in Ghana, could see significant economic and social benefits if the government heeds the call of Mr. Sarfo Kantanka, a former lecturer at Ashesi University. Kantanka is urging for the immediate establishment of a state-of-the-art Kente weaving factory in Bonwire, a town renowned for its vibrant and culturally significant […]
By King Amoah Traders affected by the devastating fire at Kumasi’s Adum Blue Light market are passionately appealing to Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Bryan Acheampong, to follow through on his promise to rebuild their shops. Following a substantial donation of GH¢300,000 on April 25th, 2025, Hon Bryan. Acheampong also former Minster of Agriculture pledged […]
By King Amoah, Kumasi. The devastating Adum fire has ignited a fierce call for reform within the Kumasi City Market, with the Kumasi Central Market Traders Union (KCMTU) demanding a complete overhaul of its management architecture to prevent a potential collapse of the vital trading hub. Years of alleged mismanagement, spiraling debts, and crumbling infrastructure […]
A Team from the World Bank Ghana led by the Country Director, Mr. Robert Taliercio O’brien, has called on the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, MP to discuss potential investments in the forestry sector of the country. Receiving the four (4) member team on Monday 24th March, 2025 in Accra, […]
A delegation from COCOBOD, led by Dr Ransford Abbey, along with Ghana Cocoa Marketing Company UK Ltd. (GCMC UK), engaged Ghana International Bank (GHIB) in London to discuss strategies for Ghana’s cocoa sector. GHIB has been COCOBOD’s trusted financial partner since 1959, serving as the primary channel for cocoa sales revenue and playing a pivotal […]
Innovative Agriculture through green house farming has been a key initiative of NEIP. The promotion of this youth initiative started in 2016 under the Youth Enterprise Support (YES) before it was re-christened to NEIP. Today, the Management of NEIP led by the deputy CEO, Joan Selasie Ahiawordor Esq, visited the green House facility at Dawhenya. […]
