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Solar Taxi, a Ghanaian Electric Vehicle ( EV) assembling company, has called on Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to discuss ways both entities can collaborate to support Ghana’s clean energy agenda and scale-up e-mobility solutions across the country. Management of the company during a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister, Richard Gyan-Mensah, said the Ministry’s clean energy drive aligns with company’s broader goal to deepen partnerships, and contribute to Ghana’s transition toward renewable and clean energy. Detailing their operations to the Deputy Minister, management of Solar Taxi, said the company has been in clean energy business since 2019 and…

Serious cracks have emerged in the prosecution’s case against Elisha Mahama Akpanyichie, the first accused in the murder of Mr. Eric Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Cosy Hotel Limited, popularly known as Jirapa Dubai. The accused is mounting a strong defence, arguing that the police have failed woefully to establish how he gained access to the suite of the deceased to commit the crime. In a case that has gripped the nation, the credibility of the prosecution’s case is now under intense scrutiny following glaring contradictions in the testimonies of key prosecution witnesses regarding how Elisha allegedly entered…

His Eminence Cardinal Peter Appiah Turkson, Chancellor of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and Social Sciences, has called on Ghanaians to actively participate in the nation’s development, stressing that building a prosperous country is a collective responsibility — not one that rests solely on the shoulders of the President or government. Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Point of View with Bernard Avle on Monday, July 7, Cardinal Turkson underscored the importance of civic duty and urged all citizens to recognise their role in shaping Ghana’s future. “Ghana is not the President. The nation and the country Ghana are not just the President,…

The morning after the devastating rainstorm of May 22, 2025, Sawaliga Basic School in Talensi District resembled a scene from a disaster movie. The furious storm had turned the once school block filled with eager young minds to patches of mangled roofing sheets, broken wooden beams and scattered debris. The storm did not only deny the children access to their school, but its debris also threatened their lives. One man’s heart could not bear to see. When philanthropist and businessman, Alhaji Seidu Agongo, saw the viral photos of these desperate students, he said he felt something break inside him. “Those…

The International Monetary Fund’s Executive Board has approved Ghana’s 4th Review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Programme, unlocking a significant $370 million disbursement that signals growing international confidence in the West African nation’s economic recovery efforts. The approval, announced by Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, represents the fifth tranche of funding under the ECF arrangement and comes as Ghana continues to demonstrate measurable progress in implementing comprehensive economic reforms. “This landmark approval validates Ghana’s unwavering commitment to fiscal discipline and strategic economic transformation”, the Finance Minister said He added that “Our comprehensive macroeconomic policies and carefully crafted…

By Gifty Boateng The only son of the late former president, Jerry John Rawlings, is out of the bachelor’s market. Kimathi Rawlings has departed from his father by settling down with his beautiful girlfriend who is white. A very beautiful video of the wedding ceremony emerged online yesterday Monday July 8 with many expressing pleasant surprise and sending congratulatory messages. Interestingly, many also wished that he married a Ghanaian considering the fact that they want him to veer into politics and succeed his father as president. Some ladies who have been crushing on the handsome son of Rawlings who married…

Each African viewer deserves to see their identity reflected in the stories they watch. MultiChoice honours this fundamental need by investing in the local entertainment sector fuelling entrepreneurship, nurturing talent, and producing genuine content that mirrors the vibrant reality of Africa today. At a time when Africa’s people are navigating a series of cost-of-living shocks and commercial margins are under relentless pressure, organisations can achieve long-term business sustainability by focusing on the service they provide, and the value it can generate for their customers. This may not be the time for record-setting revenues particularly for businesses dependent on the discretionary…

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has underscored the importance of blending academic knowledge with practical business experience within Ghana’s education system. Mr. Debrah has called for a shift towards a more balanced education approach that goes beyond mere theoretical learning. He emphasized that while academic excellence is crucial, it must be complemented by hands-on experience in the business world to truly drive Ghana’s advancement. “The time has come to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world business practices,” Debrah asserted during his speech. “Empowering individuals with both academic knowledge and practical skills is key to fostering prosperity and enhancing…

The Volta Region is poised for an economic transformation as the 7th Volta Trade and Investment Fair readies to position itself as “Ghana’s Eastern Gateway to regional markets.” Scheduled from November 26 to December 8, 2025, the Fair is organized by the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) Eastern, Volta & Oti Regions, in collaboration with the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) under the leadership of Regional Minister, James Gunu. This year’s edition makes history as Ghana’s first-ever continuous trade exhibition, introducing designated 24-hour fair days. Organizers say this innovation is aligned with government’s agenda to build a thriving 24-hour economy.…

Scorecard to Resurrect Cocoa Fortunes In a bold declaration that signals a new dawn for Ghana’s struggling cocoa industry, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has officially launched a revolutionary Balanced Scorecard approach to performance management. This aggressive move, unveiled at a high-stakes three-day management retreat in Kumasi, aims to yank the sector from the clutches of inefficiency and usher in an era of accountability and results. For too long, the country’s cocoa heartland has grappled with the bitter taste of fluctuating global prices and operational bungles. But COCOBOD’s top brass, clearly fed up with the status quo, is now pushing…