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Rev. John Awuni The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has made a strong appeal to the government to remove the ‘excise tax on fruit juices, arguing that its imposition has severely affected the local industry and hindered economic growth. In a press release dated February 16, 2025, Rev. John Awuni, the Executive Chairman of FABAG, called on the Minister of Finance and the government to address the issue in the upcoming budget. The association believes that removing this tax, along with other “nuisance taxes,” would help stimulate domestic production and significantly increase revenue mobilization by the Ghana Revenue…

I was somewhere far away the other day. A bustling town it was. Actually, more vibrant than I expected. I got a clean and secure room at a surprisingly fair room rate. I stayed for one night and hopped out to another destination. I checked in and began preparing for the next day’s business which was to start very early. I noticed I had a few creases in my already-pressed clothes and asked the lady at the front desk if she could help me by contacting the laundry room assistants. With such a beautiful smile, she told me the launderers…

Over 3.5million students have benefitted from the Free SHS policy The Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy is one of the most transformative educational policies in the history of Ghana. Launched in 2017, it aimed to eliminate financial barriers and improve access for all Ghanaian students who qualify for secondary education. Having improved accessibility to secondary education in Ghana, especially for children from low-income and rural families who would otherwise be excluded due to financial constraints, the policy has significantly promoted social equity, helping bridge the educational gap between urban and rural communities. However, the overwhelming enrollment numbers and…

Lydia Akanvariba, Minister of State-designate for Public Sector Reforms and Member of Parliament for Tempane, has committed to bolstering the public sector’s current framework in order to better align it with government priorities and increase efficiency.Ms. Akanvariba gave this assurance during her appearance before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, February 24, where she outlined plans for the ministry, pledging to expand on the foundation established by the past government.“I am going to that ministry to continue the structures that are already there to go with government policy and to make sure that the areas that need to be strengthened are…

The eviction notice and the building the public servants are being evicted from A number of public servants residing in apartments assigned to them by the Ministry of Works and Housing at Ridge are being evicted.These public servants, who are between 80 to 88 in number, according to information obtained by GhanaWeb, include directors, deputy directors, and senior technocrats from the various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).The affected area has about 11 blocks, with each block containing 8 flats or apartments.A notice of eviction posted on the buildings indicated that the occupants in the apartments are to move out by…

Karikari Kwagyan Achireko Director, Corporate Strategy, Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) In the wake of changes in Ghana’s energy sector, experts have called for increased cross-representation on boards of key entities within the energy value chain. One such advocate is the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) which argues that improved governance structures will enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency in the sector. The energy think tank argued that diversifying the members of these boards offers the opportunity to make decisions that are vetted by people of various unique technical perspectives. According to ASEC, the distinct roles various energy players play…

Hajia Laadi Ayamba, Member of Parliament for Pusiga, once again delivered her signature sign-off during the vetting of Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba, Minister of State-designate for Public Sector Reforms, leaving her growing TikTok fan base delighted.As the vetting session wrapped up, Ayamba offered her customary well-wishes, saying, “Congratulations and bye-bye!” — a phrase that has become her trademark in recent months.Known for her unique style during vetting sessions, Ayamba’s comment drew smiles from some committee members while social media users eagerly shared the moment online.The Pusiga MP has faced online criticism in the past for her frequent use of the phrase,…

“Imagine a scenario where prisoners who previously stole cassava are now learning how to cultivate it. By the time they complete their sentences, they would have the skills to become self-sufficient farmers rather than returning to crime,” said Dr. Frank Kwekucher Ackah, Senior Lecturer, Department of Crop Science, at the University of Cape Coast, in an exclusive interview with The High Street Journal on Monday February 24, 2025.With food inflation continuing to rise in Ghana, Dr. Ackah believes that deploying non-violent prisoners to work on state farms could help increase food production and reduce prices. He pointed out that food…

– Source:Visibility has always been important in people’s decisions about where to live and how to arrange their spaces. People make connections with what they can see. Being able to see prominent landmarks, such as certain mountain peaks, rivers or ancestral sites, could help reinforce a community’s connection to its cultural and spiritual landscape. Some people prefer homes with scenic views, such as apartments overlooking parks or waterfronts, and businesses often choose locations with high visibility to attract customers. In both ancient and modern contexts, visibility plays a key role in how people position themselves in their environment. That’s why…

The Food and Drug Authority (FDA) has assured the public that it has taken firm actions to address the prevalence of unapproved online sales of diabetes drugs following concerns about their safety.The FDA in a rejoinder dated February 20, to ModernGhana News’ article titled “FDA Must Crack Down on Diabetes Drug Sellers”, outlined the steps it has taken to protect public health and combat unlawful online drug sales.“The Authority has imposed substantial sanctions on online platforms like 36TY Courier Services and the Pillsen website, where our investigations led to the arrests and the seizure of unregistered drugs such a s…