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The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has defended his assertion that Ghana urgently needs a “reset” amid current economic difficulties. At the party’s manifesto launch in Winneba, Central Region, Mahama described Ghana as a “bleeding country” in critical need of transformation. He urged voters to support positive change, promising that an NDC victory would combat cronyism, corruption, state capture, and economic hardships. In response, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia argued that Ghana needs an “upgrade” rather than a “reset.” During a media engagement on Sunday, August 25, Dr. Bawumia…

Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has destooled the Gyasehene of Sabronum, Nana Gyau Baffour Atuonin and two other chiefs for aiding and engaging in illegal mining activities in the area. This means the chiefs have been stripped of their titles and responsibilities. This follows agitations by youth and residents of the area and a subsequent petition to the Asanteman Traditional Council on the continuous destruction of farmlands and water bodies due to the activities of illegal miners. The Asantehene on Monday summoned Gyasehene, Akyeamehene and the Baamuhene to the Manhyia Palace for their involvement in illegal mining activities in the…

A heavy police presence has been established in Asesewa following a clash between supporters of NPP Parliamentary Candidate Joseph Tetteh and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament (MP) Bismark Tetteh Nyarko. The altercation began when NDC supporters noticed District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) equipment branded with NPP logos parked at the hotel of the NPP candidate. Attempting to photograph the equipment, the NDC supporters were confronted by NPP supporters, leading to a brawl that resulted in several injuries, including the NPP constituency chairman. Initially, local police responded to the scene but had to call for reinforcements from the regional…

Investigative journalist and author Manasseh Azure Awuni has issued a formal retraction and apology regarding an error in his recent book, The President Ghana Never Got.

Former President John Dramani Mahama and Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has mentioned key public sector institutions that will participate in the proposed 24-hour economy if voted as President in the December 7 polls.  The institutions include the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Passport Office, and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority. Speaking at the launch of the NDC’s Manifesto at Winneba, Central Region on Saturday, Mr Mahama said public institutions whose services were on high demand would run a three shift system of eight hours each. The shift system, the…

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, has reaffirmed that his economic agenda aligns with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme currently guiding Ghana’s financial stabilization efforts. His assurance comes amid concerns raised by some economic analysts about how certain policies, such as the proposed scrapping of the e-levy, introduction of a tax amnesty, and the implementation of a flat tax regime, could impact the country’s revenue streams and disrupt the IMF-backed stabilization measures. During a media engagement on Sunday, August 25, Dr. Bawumia responded to these concerns by emphasising his administration’s commitment to economic growth coupled with…

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday, August 24, launched its manifesto for the 2024 general elections, detailing a wide-ranging plan to reset Ghana’s economy, alleviate economic hardships, and promote good governance. The party’s Presidential Candidate who spoke at the launch in Winneba, slammed the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration for its “abysmal performance,” citing high inflation, currency depreciation, and unemployment. Mr Mahama promised to restore Ghana’s economy through measures such as a National Economic Dialogue, tax rationalization, and emergency measures to stabilise the Ghana cedi. Among other things, below is a list of 26 things he has promised to carry…

Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Kwame Asah-Asante, says the National Democratic Congress (NDC) manifesto provides Ghanaians with a vision of hope and a clear roadmap for the future. He stated that the manifesto outlines various challenges facing the country and presents solutions aimed at addressing them. Dr Asah-Asante noted that the manifesto not only highlights existing problems but also reflects the party’s evolving ideology. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show on Monday, August 26, he said, “It also underscores their ideology in a certain way that is also commendable. We have seen a lot of them and we…

For the seventh consecutive week, the government missed its auction target for treasury bills. According to the auction results by the Bank of Ghana, the government missed its target by a marginal 1.66 percent. The government got GH¢5.203 billion from a target of GH¢ 5.319 billion. All the bids tendered for the short-term instruments were accepted. GH¢3.725 billion, representing 71.23% were tendered for the 91-day bill. The uptake for the 182-day T-bill was however GH¢1.251 billion. It represented about 23.93% of the total bids. For the 364-day bill, GH¢252.74 million were tendered. Meanwhile, interest rates eased across the yield curve…

Ghana’s Black Princess will face South Korea in another friendly game as part of their preparation for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The fixture, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 27, will be the team’s second preparatory game since their arrival in Colombia for the tournament. The game is scheduled to kick off at 20:30 GMT. Ghana faced Mexico in the first friendly in Bogota with no team finding a goal after 90 minutes of action. Yussif Basigi’s side is wrapping up preparations for their seventh appearance in the global competition having been there since 2010. The Black…