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The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has officially transferred management of 31 Technology Solution Centers (TSCs) from the Rural Enterprise Project (REP) to the GRATIS Foundation as part of efforts to reposition them as key drivers of Ghana’s 24-hour economy initiative. Speaking at the handover ceremony at the Elmina TSC, the Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Sampson Ahi said the move aligns with government’s strategy to empower local industry and enhance productivity through innovation and skills development. “These are not just machines; they’re a mandate to lead Ghana’s technological transformation,” he noted. The TSCs, which operate…

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated two individuals for appointment as Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs) in the Ashanti Region, subject to approval by their respective assemblies. The nominations, announced in a statement issued on Thursday, July 17, are part of ongoing efforts to fill key leadership positions within local government structures. The statement, signed by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, named Ibrahim Issahaq as the nominee for the Atwima Mponua District Assembly and Yakubu Issifu as the nominee for the Asante Mampong Municipal Assembly. If approved, the two will assume responsibility for…

President John Dramanu Mahama, has been hit with a terrible news with the passing away of his younger brother, Malik Dramani Mahama. The unfortunate news occurred yesterday, Thursday July 17 after the deceased was reportedly seen online six (6) hours earlier. The president is yet to publicly comment on the sad development.  Based in the Kingdom (UK), the death of Malik has hit many Ghanaians especially National Democratic Congress (NDC) and his friends online. Many have expressed shock because to them, the deceased was online, commented on posts and engaged on Whatsapp groups few hours before the sad news. Messages…

The Agona West NPP Constituency Chairman, Gibrine Tanko, has been summoned by the party’s General Secretary after failing to honor an invitation to defend his failed attempt to suspend the party’s 2024 parliamentary candidate. Alhaji Tanko and the constituency Secretary Anthony Kwame Kum suspended Lawyer Christopher Arthur, a staunch supporter of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s presidential bid, which has roundly been condemned by other executives and supporters in the constituency. The embattled chairman has been accused of failing to follow due process in his actions. Meanwhile, six of his executive members have disclaimed the suspension, stating that no decision was made…

Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong, has commended the government for its Feed Ghana initiative, describing it as a transformative intervention aimed at boosting agricultural productivity while creating employment opportunities across the country. The Feed Ghana Initiative, under the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), is focused on expanding agricultural production and ensuring a stable supply of raw materials to support the growth of agro-industries. It is also designed to generate thousands of jobs for the youth and agripreneurs, and contributing to Ghana’s economic transformation. Mr. Ato Sarpong noted that the initiative resonates with…

Before you even knew what fertility meant, your body was already writing your story. You were born with thousands of tiny eggs tucked safely in your ovaries. Unlike other cells, they don’t multiply or renew. Each month, you get just one chance — your body chooses one egg to nurture, and it takes aim. But here’s the thing: your eggs need care — just like the rest of you. Many of us only think about fertility when we’re ready for kids. But egg quality affects much more than pregnancy — it impacts your hormones, your mood, your cycle, even your…

The top brass at Ghana’s immigration service have made a desperate plea to lawmakers, begging them for support to “fully digitise” their operations across the country. Comptroller-General Samuel Basintale Amadu threw down the gauntlet during a visit from the Parliamentary Select Committee on Defence and Interior, led by Chairman James Agalga. The VIPs were on a routine “friendly visit” to the GIS headquarters in Accra, but things quickly got serious. Amadu, speaking directly to the suited politicians, insisted their backing was “vital” for the service to finally drag itself into the 21st century. “Together, we are confident that this esteemed…

Greater Manchester was agog with cultural splendor as Mr. Roland Tamakloe ascended to chieftaincy, adopting the esteemed stool name Torgbui Kormi Tamakloe. In a dazzling ceremony intertwining music, symbolism, and traditional Ewe customs, dignitaries and cultural devotees converged from far and wide to witness this epochal event showcasing the enduring legacy of Ewe heritage in the global diaspora. Led by the esteemed Togbe Adza of Anloga, a seasoned custodian of tradition based in London, the meticulously detailed enstoolment rites were meticulously executed to perfection. Supported by Mamaga Adowodzi Fianor II of Tegbi and Mr. Francis Aweso, Chairman of the Manchester…

A Battle of Jurisdictions Heats Up The highly anticipated decision on Ghanaian Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo’s plea to halt her removal proceedings has been put on hold by the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice. This comes after a heated exchange between legal eagles representing the embattled Chief Justice and the Republic of Ghana. Justice Torkornoo, facing the heat back home, is desperately seeking an injunction from the regional court. Her application, filed as suit number ECW/CCJ/APP/32/25, demands the immediate suspension of all ongoing efforts to oust her from office and her full reinstatement with all perks and…

A shocking petition filed with the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has cast a dark shadow over Ghana’s mining sector, placing Angela List, the controversial CEO of Adamus Resources Limited, squarely in the crosshairs of a deepening $100,000 fraud allegation. Sources close to the investigation reveal that List, along with a board member (allegedly fraudulent), stands accused of orchestrating a deceptive scheme that has left a small-scale miner out of pocket and a high-profile government official implicated. The explosive allegations, brought forth by businessman Michael Benziecie, paint a damning picture of betrayal and alleged corruption. Benziecie claims he was…