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The Dean of the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Prof. Justice Bawole, has called for an independent monitoring framework to track the implementation of government’s youth-focused policies. His call comes amid concerns about the effectiveness of past initiatives and doubts about the current administration’s ability to deliver on job creation promises for young people. Speaking at a youth empowerment policy briefing organised by the Youth Bridge Foundation, Prof. Bawole emphasized the need for a systematic approach to ensure effective execution of youth policies, moving away from past inefficiencies. The event, held under the theme “Empowering Youth to Elevate Accountability”,…

Anwomaso, a sprawling community in the Oforikrom Municipality of the Ashanti Region, is gradually becoming the hub of electricity power generation in the middle belt of the country.This is because several independent power-producing companies are currently establishing plants there to generate electricity to be supplied to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) for onward distribution to customers in the middle and northern belts of the country.Currently, about three different companies and a gas supply company, are establishing plants and it is expected that by the end of 2025, these plants would be completed to improve and enhance power generation in…

INTRODUCTIONRecent events in Ghana’s Parliament have highlighted significant challenges and opportunities for the nation’s democratic processes. The controversy surrounding Ernest Kumi’s contempt of court conviction, the involvement of the Minority Caucus, and the broader political dynamics offer a lens through which we can examine the principles that must be upheld to strengthen Ghana’s democracy.ERNEST KUMI’S CONTEMPT OF COURT CASEErnest Yaw Kumi, the MP for Akwatia, was found guilty of contempt of court for defying an interim injunction that barred him from taking the oath of office. Despite the court’s order, Kumi proceeded with the swearing-in ceremony, leading to his conviction…

MP for Walewale Constituency, Dr. Abdul-Kabiru Tia Mahama Dr. Abdul-Kabiru Tia Mahama, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Walewale Constituency, has questioned the rationale behind imposing a dusk-to-dawn curfew on the residents of Walewale and its surrounding areas.Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, February 20, 2025, and in a subsequent media interview, the MP expressed concerns over the curfew, enacted by the Ministry of Interior, and reported brutalities against residents by security personnel in the area.“I presented a statement on the imposition of the curfew in Walewale and the brutalities unleashed on residents by security personnel. This was…

Payaza, a leading payment solutions provider, has officially launched its operations in Ghana after securing a full regulatory licence. As part of its commitment to driving business growth, the company has introduced the SME Thrive by Payaza initiative, committing up to GH₵15 million to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the country. About SME Thrive by Payaza The SME Thrive initiative is aimed at empowering businesses by providing financial support, seamless payment solutions, and strategic business growth opportunities. This initiative aligns with Payaza’s vision of fostering economic development through digital transformation and financial inclusion. Speaking on the initiative Freddie Oduro, Country…

The British state broadcaster, the BBC, has uncovered a massive trafficking operation in Ghana, Nigeria, Cote D’Ivoire, and other West African countries, which it says is fuelling the opioid health crisis in the sub-region.An investigation by BBC Eye found an Indian pharmaceutical company, Aveo Pharmaceuticals, based in Mumbai, which manufactures unlicensed, highly addictive opioids and smuggles them to Ghana and the other West African countries.Details of the investigation shared on bbc.com indicated that the drugs manufactured by Aveo Pharmaceuticals are full of harmful illegal components.“Aveo Pharmaceuticals, based in Mumbai, makes a range of pills that go under different brand names…

The OneGhana Movement, in collaboration with the UPSA Law School, has officially announced the fifth edition of the annual Constitution Day Public Lecture, a key platform for reflections on Ghana’s democratic and constitutional journey. This year’s event, scheduled for Friday, February 28, 2025, at the Ridge Arena, Alisa Hotel in Accra, will focus on corruption and state capture as key obstacles to national development. The Special Prosecutor, Mr. Kissi Agyebeng, will deliver the lecture on the theme “A Few Good Men: Suppressing and Repressing Corruption and State Capture in Aid of Development.” It will be reviewed by Prof. H. Kwesi…

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has come under fire from Lawyer Edudzi Kuzo Tamakloe, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), over his recent open letter to President John Dramani Mahama.Bawumia, in a recent statement titled “Worrying Developments in Our Country: An Appeal to H.E. President John Mahama,” expressed alarm over the present administration’s politically motivated mass dismissals of public sector workers.Edudzi Tamekloe questioned Bawumia’s approach in a social media post on Friday, February 21, suggesting that it could have been more suitable and effective to speak with President Mahama on a phone call.“Good morning…

President John Dramani Mahama and Madam Angela Rayner, the British Deputy Prime Minister, on Friday reiterated their commitment to deepening bilateral ties between the two countries.They made the commitment during Madam Rayner’s courtesy call at the Presidency in Accra.President Mahama said there was not going to be any change in Ghana’s foreign policy towards the UK. “We even want to work to move our relations to an even higher level,” he said.“It’s a good visit because you’re the first really high-level visitor we’re receiving since the inauguration.”President Mahama said it was not a coincidence that such a high-level visit to…

In 2018, Ghana faced a significant banking sector crisis that had far-reaching consequences for the economy and the livelihoods of its people. The crisis, which saw the collapse of several banks and financial institutions, left over 600,000 people jobless and exacerbated the already challenging economic conditions.THE BANKING SECTOR CRISISThe banking sector crisis was primarily caused by a combination of factors, including poor corporate governance, lack of effective regulatory oversight, and mismanagement within the financial institutions. The Bank of Ghana (BoG) took decisive action to address the situation, revoking the licenses of several banks and merging others to restore stability in…