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VFS Global says it does not control visa appointments, contrary to suggestions made by some analysts in a section of the Ghanaian media. In a statement issued in Accra, the company said: “VFS Global does not control appointment availability. These aspects are governed and managed by the respective governments. The availability of visa appointments, mandatory documentation, and visa application decisions are entirely at the discretion of the relevant authorities. Processing times are also under their jurisdiction. VFS Global has no role in this whatsoever”. “We manage the front-end administrative tasks in the visa application process. This includes collecting application forms…

A Koforidua Court of Appeal has ordered that the processes of the court be served on Mr John-Peter Amewu, former Member of Parliament (MP) for Hohoe, through substituted service.The Court further directed that the court processes be posted on the notice boards of the Koforidua Court of Appeal, Hohoe High Court, Ho High Court and on the gates of Mr Amewu’s residence in Hohoe.The Court, in a hearing notice to the parties, noted that the Appeal in the matter has been set for hearing on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 0900 hours at the Court of Appeal, Koforidua.“If when the…

Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain her independence Ghanaians will, today, March 6, 2025, hold celebratory activities to mark the country’s liberation from colonial rule nearly seven decades ago.Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence in 1957. Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who led the successful negotiations with the British colonial government and declared independence on March 6, 1957, became the first Prime Minister and later the first President of Ghana in 1960.Unlike previous years, when grand ceremonies ignited the country’s historic Black Star Square and regional capitals, this year’s commemoration will be “modest” to cut…

The Savannah Regional Minister, Salisu Be-Awuribe, has accused both the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the previous administration of prematurely announcing that the Savannah College of Education had been absorbed by the government and had attained public status. According to him, the rush to publish the said update on the GTEC website was only aimed at scoring political points. Reacting to concerns raised by trainee students in an interview with JoyNews regarding the college’s status, the Regional Minister criticised GTEC and the Nana Addo-led administration for handling the matter poorly. He assured students of the government’s commitment to fast-tracking…

IntroductionAs the world celebrates International Women’s Day on March 8th, the theme of digital inclusion for women has never been more relevant. In Ghana’s North East Region, rural women remain largely excluded from the digital economy, despite its rapid growth and potential to transform livelihoods. Limited access to digital infrastructure, low literacy levels, financial constraints, and deep-rooted cultural barriers have created a significant digital divide. This article examines the challenges that hinder rural women’s participation in the digital economy and explores potential strategies to empower them.Limited Access to Digital InfrastructureIn rural areas of the North East Region, access to reliable…

The plaintiffs are seeking an order compelling the defendants to adhere to regulations A District Court in Kade in the Eastern Region has issued an ex-parte injunction ordering three media outlets in Asuom to cease operations until the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assesses their noise levels and permits them to continue broadcasting.The injunction follows a lawsuit filed by Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III (Krontihene of Asuom), Nana Deibour II (Kyidomhene of Asuom), and Abusuapanin Abosi Aniagyei against Esewani Radio, Esewani Information Centre, and Sir Plans Information Centre over alleged noise pollution.The plaintiffs claim that the activities of the defendants cause…

GCB Bank PLC has announced outstanding financial results for 2024, marking a significant milestone as the bank concludes the final year of its four-year strategic cycle. The audited financial results released yesterday show the Bank achieved a record-high Profit Before Tax (PBT) of GH¢1.91 billion, a 25.3 per cent year-on-year increase. This remarkable performance highlights the bank’s resilience in a challenging and uncertain operating environment, which included a major regulatory change that impacted liquidity industry-wide. Revenue for the year grew by 19 per cent, driven by a 19.02 per cent increase in interest income, a 42.72 per cent surge in…

World Hearing Day is celebrated on March 3rd every year. The theme for this year is “Changing mindsets: empower yourself to make ear and hearing care a reality for all!” There is an urgent need for mindset change in Ghana regarding ear and hearing care (EHC). Hearing loss is a medical condition that affects an individual’s capacity to perceive sound within the normal hearing threshold. Ear and hearing care includes the prevention, rehabilitation, treatment and integrating people with hearing loss into the rest of the society. It also means minimising the opportunities for hearing loss and maximising the possibility of…

Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu spending the night with displaced persons Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has disclosed that he will be spending the night sleeping among persons displaced by the tidal waves in Ketu South.Tidal waves in the Ketu South Constituency have displaced several people, especially in Amutinu, Agavedzi, Salakope, and their environs.The waves are said to have destroyed burial grounds, residences, and other properties.This has forced some families to exhume the bodies of their loved ones who had been buried.Reports indicate that about 600 people have been displaced as a result.He says his decision to sleep at the…

Sylvia François, Board Chair of New Horizon Special School receiving a cheque from Comfort Armoo, Head of Customer Experience Fidelity Bank Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to community upliftment with a visit to the New Horizon Special School. In the spirit of love and kindness, the bank extended its long-standing support to the institution, reinforcing its dedication to fostering inclusivity and creating meaningful impact in society. This year’s visit carried special significance, as it marked over a decade of partnership between Fidelity Bank and New Horizon. The Fidelity Bank team, led by its dedicated Customer Experience department, spent quality time engaging…