A recent U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) report reveals that over 10% of Ghanaians issued visas in 2023 overstayed their permitted durations, raising concerns about visa compliance. The report, covering the period from October 2022 to September 2023, indicates that out of 25,454 B1/B2 visas (for business and tourism) issued to Ghanaians, 1,910 individuals […]
The Veterinary Service Directorate of Ghana has revealed that 61,796 animals—comprising 57,439 dogs and 4,357 cats—were vaccinated against rabies between January and September 2024. This vaccination drive is part of a nationwide campaign to curb the spread of rabies, one of Ghana’s most prevalent and fatal zoonotic diseases. Greater Accra led the vaccination efforts with […]
After months of urgent warnings from residents, the 77-year-old Samreboi-Amoaku steel bridge has collapsed, highlighting years of government inaction on critical infrastructure. The bridge, constructed in 1947 by Africa Timber and Plywood (now SAMARTEX), gave way on Thursday under the weight of a truck heavily loaded with cocoa bags en route from Mumuni to Samreboi. […]
Ghanaian artiste, Yaw Darling’s latest release, Investment, featuring renowned highlife artist Bisa Kdei, is finally here and promises to be a powerful anthem for young love navigating financial pressures. Widely hailed as the King of Gen Z Highlife, Yaw Darling, is already receiving accolades for his work. The song delves into the struggles that arise […]
The Supreme Court has issued a ruling that deems a 2020 parliamentary decision by then-Speaker Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, which declared the Fomena MP’s seat vacant unconstitutional, and calls to order a recent ruling by the current Speaker, Alban Bagbin, for his similar actions. The court has now deemed both decisions unconstitutional, marking a significant […]
A disturbing video has surfaced on social media, revealing the ill-treatment of Akyemfour Asiedu Agyemang III, the Kwahu Abetifihene, along with violent clashes that erupted as local youth confronted the group responsible for mistreating the chief. The conflict took place on Thursday, November 7, when a faction led by Obaapanyin Yaa Asantewaa attempted to destool […]
The government has removed Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) officials accused of harassing businesses in a bid to encourage French companies to continue their operations in Ghana. Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam made the announcement at the Annual Cocktail event with the French business community, held at the French Ambassador’s residence in Accra. Dr. Amin […]
Ghana is set to launch Forest Law Enforcement, Governance, and Trade (FLEGT) licenses on June 30, 2025, becoming the first African country to regulate timber resource management under this scheme. This landmark agreement with the European Union was formalized at the 12th session of the Ghana-EU Joint Monitoring Review Mechanism of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement […]
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin is set to hold a media briefing today in preparation for Parliament’s upcoming session on Thursday, November 7. According to a press release from Parliament’s Public Affairs Directorate, Bagbin’s address will cover critical issues impacting both the legislature and the nation. This media engagement follows a recent decision by the […]
The Ministry of Interior has announced that November 8 will not be a public holiday, despite being designated as this year’s National Farmers’ Day celebration in Ghana. In a circular signed by Interior Minister Henry Quartey, it was clarified that “Friday, 6th December 2024, which marks Farmers’ Day, remains a Statutory Public Holiday and will […]
