The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has said that the Mahama administration is currently conducting a comprehensive review of all contracts and payment requests. This review, he said is aimed at verifying their legitimacy. To that end, Dr Forson has asked the general public to disregard the payment comments. The Finance Minister said this […]
The Jospong Group of Companies has taken a significant step towards leveraging technology for business growth by training its staff in artificial intelligence (AI). The training, which took place on February 21, 2025, at the African Institute of Sanitation and Waste Management in Accra, forms part of the AI Africa Project. The AI Africa Project, […]
1. Replacement of a Transformer at Awutu Winton Area 2. Replacement of a Transformer at Osae Krodua 3. Connection of Obrachire CHPS zone and Obrachire well to the national grid 4. Repainting of the Obrachire market 5. Mending of school uniforms and sewing of new school uniforms for school pupils at Nyarkokwaa Electoral Area 6. […]
By Lawrence Odoom. President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to attracting foreign investments to combat Ghana’s unemployment challenges and create sustainable job opportunities for the country’s burgeoning youthful population. Speaking during a meeting with UK Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, President Mahama emphasized the importance of leveraging international partnerships to address Ghana’s […]
For decades, cocoa exports have been the bedrock of Ghana’s economy, underpinning its agricultural sector and providing livelihoods for millions of farmers. The Ghana Cocoa Board (Cocobod) has consistently relied on syndicated loans from foreign banks to purchase cocoa beans for export. However, this trend of external borrowing raises questions about sustainability and the long-term […]
“When the fundamentals are weak, the exchange rate will expose you,” remarked Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the then Running Mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The truth in this statement was however never explained by the NPP’s purported economic wizkid. While the statement highlights the vulnerabilities of an economy, the implications remain underexplored, especially when […]
By Anthony Obeng Afranie In the Fourth Republic of Ghana, the approach to bus procurement has largely favoured the wholesale acquisition of complete buses. While this model provides immediate solutions to transportation needs, it fails to capture the broader economic benefits, particularly job creation and technological advancement. To understand the pitfalls of the current approach, […]
Hon. Godwin Edudzi Tamekloe Esq., CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), will appear on WOEZOR TV tonight at 7:30 pm to discuss the NPA’s pivotal role in safeguarding the interests of consumers. The NPA’s initiatives aimed at protecting consumers and ensuring a fair and transparent downstream petroleum industry will be highlighted during the discussion. […]
By Anthony Obeng Afranie Ghana faces the ongoing challenge of achieving food security, particularly with fluctuating seasonal prices and the increasing Reviving Nkrumah’s Vision: Agricultural Colleges as Pillars of Food Security in Ghana Ghana faces the ongoing challenge of achieving food security, particularly with fluctuating seasonal prices and the increasing impact of climate change. A […]
Ghana’s Volta Lake, a sprawling 8,500 square kilometre expanse of water, holds a secret beneath its surface: a vast underwater treasure trove waiting to be unlocked. Created in 1965 by the construction of the Akosombo Dam, the lake submerged a significant portion of the Volta River Basin, including massive tropical hardwood trees, a rich mineral […]
