The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has officially announced the start of the printing process for the Notice of Poll and Ballot Papers for the upcoming 2024 General Elections. In a letter directed to the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the EC confirmed that printing will commence on Friday, October 11, 2024. […]
Uncapped players Curtis Jones and Tino Livramento have been called up to the senior England squad for the upcoming Nations League matches this week. Liverpool midfielder Jones, 23, previously received his first senior call-up in May as part of Gareth Southgate’s provisional 33-man squad for Euro 2024 but didn’t make the final selection. He was […]
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has issued a stern warning to Black Stars players, expressing his disappointment over their lackluster performances in the opening matches of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The team suffered a defeat to Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium and drew 1-1 against Niger in Morocco, […]
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been named the global head of soccer at Red Bull, effective January 1, 2025. After nearly 25 years in coaching, the 57-year-old German expressed his enthusiasm for the new opportunity, stating, “After almost 25 years on the sideline, I could not be more excited to get involved in a […]
The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to return to Parliament on October 9 for its first debate, bringing enhanced security and protections for millions of renters closer to reality. This Second Reading follows the Bill’s introduction less than a month ago and falls within the government’s first 100 days in office, underscoring their commitment to […]
Tom Palmer, President and CEO of Newmont, has been appointed as the new Chair of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), succeeding Iván Arriagada, CEO of Antofagasta Minerals. This transition marks a pivotal moment for ICMM as it embarks on a new strategy focused on driving responsible mining practices under a unified global […]
The UK government has provided a significant boost to the independent film industry with the introduction of an enhanced tax relief uplift, which is expected to create jobs and stimulate growth. This new measure, known as the Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC), was confirmed by the Chancellor and Culture Secretary as the London Film Festival […]
China’s Zijin Mining Group has agreed to acquire the Akyem Gold Mine in Ghana from U.S.-based Newmont Corporation for $1 billion, signaling Newmont’s ongoing strategy to streamline its portfolio by divesting non-core assets and concentrating on its Tier 1 operations. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024. Under the terms […]
The Government of Ghana is ramping up its crackdown on illegal small-scale mining, known locally as galamsey, by strengthening “Operation Halt,” an initiative led by the Ghana Armed Forces. In a major development, the Small-Scale Miners Association of Ghana will now be actively involved in the operation, bringing new momentum to the ongoing fight to […]
The Ghana Police Service has advanced to the next stage of its recruitment process, inviting shortlisted candidates to sit for an examination on Saturday, October 12, 2024. In a recent statement, the Police Service urged candidates to stay alert for important details regarding the examination, which will be sent via email and SMS. The exams […]
