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Africa! Africa!! Africa!!! I am a proud citizen of Africa and Ghana, and I look forward to the day when our aspiration for true integration becomes a reality. I dream of a future where the continent unites to put an end to the ‘balkanization’ of Africa once and for all! Africa stands at a defining moment in its history. From the vibrant streets of Accra to the tech hubs of Nairobi, from the energy-rich lands of Angola to the entrepreneurial spirit of Kigali, the continent pulses with the promise of transformation.In Lagos, innovation is thriving as startups revolutionize fintech, while…

Retired Supreme Court Justice William Atuguba has called for an increase in the number of Supreme Court justices in Ghana, arguing that the current bench is too small to handle the rising caseload efficiently. Speaking on The Assembly podcast, hosted by Dr. Ayure-Inga Mark Agana, Justice Atuguba proposed a minimum of 25 justices to allow for multiple panels to expedite case adjudication.“The Supreme Court sits on a panel with a minimum of five justices for substantive cases, while smaller matters may require one or three judges. However, with almost 800 pending cases and only 12 or, at most, 15 justices,…

The Parliament of Ghana was forced to adjourn during its sitting on Friday, February 7, 2025. GhanaWeb’s Parliament correspondent, George Ayisi, reported that the sitting was adjourned after members of the Minority Caucus raised concerns over the inadequate number of MPs present. The Minority pointed out that the number of MPs present did not meet the required one-third of the House, which is approximately 93 members. The Deputy Minority Chief Whip, Habib Iddrisu, raised the issue just a few minutes after the sitting commenced. However, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, who was presiding over the sitting, initially…

2024 National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, has defended her decision to mount victory billboards, despite the election results yet to be officially declared by the Electoral Commission (EC).Both candidates—Ewurabena Aubynn of the NDC and Nana Akua Afriyie of the New Patriotic Party (NPP)—have erected “Thank You” billboards in the constituency to show appreciation to their supporters.Speaking to the media, the NDC parliamentary candidate explained that the billboards are a gesture of gratitude to the constituents for their support.According to her, even if the final results did not go in her favour, she would still…

President Mahama has sworn-in another set of 17 ministers following approval by Parliament. The ministers sworn-in on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the Jubilee House were the recently approved ministers. The sector ministers sworn-in were; Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah-Akandoh, Sam George, Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sports Minister, Kofi Adams, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Abklakwa, Transport Minister, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, Minister of State-in-charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Labour Minister, Rashid Pelpuo and Minister of State-in-charge of Climate Change and Sustainability, Issifu Seidu. The Regional Ministers were;…

A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Akyem Anamase near Oda in the Eastern Region last Friday when a groom, Chief Inspector Godwin Beniba, tragically passed away during his wedding ceremony.   Chief Inspector Beniba, who was the Station Officer at the Anamase Police Station, collapsed moments after arriving at the Anamase Hotel, the venue for the event. The groom, accompanied by his best men, had been waiting for the arrival of his bride, Florence Debrah, who was in one of the rooms at the event centre.   According to eyewitnesses, the groom complained of dizziness upon entering the venue. Before anyone…

The Government has disclosed plans to revamp GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited to increase its operational capacity, while creating employment opportunities in support of the 24-hour economy initiative.Madam Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, made this disclosure during a working visit to the company on Friday, indicating the government’s readiness to support the company.The visit was to assess the state of the company and explore ways to ensure that it becomes more productive, create jobs for Ghanaians, and export to contribute to foreign exchange earnings to tame inflation.The manufacturer of alcoholic beverages was established in 1958 as a…

In today’s digital economy, data is the new currency. The financial services and cryptocurrency industries, in particular, are built on the trust of millions of users who entrust platforms with their personal and financial information. Yet, with data breaches and cyber threats on the rise, the industry faces a critical point, data protection must be more than a regulatory requirement, it must be an industry-wide priority.The past decade has seen an explosion in the amount of personal data collected, stored, and transferred across platforms. Cybercriminals have become more sophisticated, targeting financial institutions, exchanges, and fintech companies in increasingly complex ways.…

The official logo of the Kwahu Esono Gyimah The chiefs and queen mothers of the Kwahu Traditional Area are urging the general public, especially citizens of Kwahu, to dismiss misleading reports on social media aimed at instilling fear and panic among residents following the installation of two paramount chiefs.The appeal to the general public comes after claims that the enstooling of Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III has led to rising tension in the community. It will be recalled that on Saturday, October 19, 2024, Daasebre Akuamoah Agyapong II, who is critical of Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III, was destooled by the kingmakers…

Trade activities in the secondary bond market surged by 57.22% reaching GH¢634 million last week. This was up from GH¢403 million last week. The shorter end of the yield curve dominated total trades. The maturities from 2027 to 2030 accounted for 84% at an average yield to maturity (YTM) of 26% while maturities from 2031 to 2038 accounted for 16% of trades, with a higher average YTM of 28%. Analysts expect trade activities to remain dominant at the shorter end of the curve as investors seek higher yields while adopting a cautious approach. DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and…