The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has taken decisive action against Aveo Pharmaceuticals, an Indian drug manufacturer, following revelations of its role in smuggling unapproved opioid-based medications into West Africa. The regulatory body has suspended the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification and placed restrictions on local pharmaceutical firms linked to its supply chain. As […]
The World Bank Group’s latest Public Finance Review report, titled “Building the Foundations for a Resilient and Equitable Fiscal Policy,” highlights that Ghana’s impressive GDP growth of 6.8% annually from 2008 to 2019 was driven by oil production and debt accumulation, leaving the country highly vulnerable to global shocks.The report notes that Ghana’s recent debt crisis was […]
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a scaled-down approach to Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebrations as part of efforts to reduce government expenditure. The revised plan limits the commemoration to national and district levels, scrapping all regional activities. A statement from the Jubilee House outlined that the national event will take place at the forecourt […]
A U.S. Army Major has been sentenced to 70 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, after being convicted of smuggling firearms to Ghana and making false statements to federal authorities. Kojo Owusu Dartey, 42, of Fort Liberty, was found guilty on April 23, 2024, by a jury on multiple charges, including […]
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the newly approved Foreign Affairs Minister-designate, has expressed his readiness to serve Ghana following his successful approval by Parliament. The North Tongu MP took to Facebook to thank his supporters and share his commitment to making a difference. “Glory be to God for my successful parliamentary approval last night, which paves the […]
Approximately 156 Ghanaians are facing imminent deportation from the United States following an executive order by former U.S. President Donald Trump to deport illegal immigrants. This was revealed by Foreign Affairs Minister-designate Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa last Friday during his interaction with Parliament’s Appointments Committee. He emphasized that the government is closely monitoring the situation to […]
Ghana’s total import bill reached $15.24 billion by December 2024, marking an increase from $14.008 billion in the same month the previous year, according to data from the Bank of Ghana. This rise in imports, along with a notable growth in exports, contributed to a generally healthier external sector. Despite the increase in imports, the […]
President John Dramani Mahama has clarified that the controversial Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, officially known as the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, has expired and is no longer active following the dissolution of the previous Parliament. Speaking to clergymen during a meeting, Mahama explained the bill’s status, stating, “As far as I know, the bill […]
The Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG) will commence a nationwide revenue mobilisation exercise titled “Operation Keep The Lights On” from January 15 to January 31, across all operational areas. This initiative aims to recover arrears from all customer categories and inspect prepaid meters for integrity verification. Customers are reminded that self-reconnection after disconnection is […]
The looming power crisis in Ghana, often referred to as ‘dumsor,’ has been linked to critical failures during the Akufo-Addo administration, which have left the incoming Mahama government grappling with the urgent need for approximately US$89.90 million to avert a widespread power shortage. This funding is necessary to procure liquid fuels that will keep thermal […]
