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Professor Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, the Acting Director General, of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), has urged the public to revert to the COVID-19 safety protocols to avert the cholera outbreak in the country.He said the hand washing practice, the use of sanitizer and improvement of sanitation conditions would help prevent the spread of the disease, however, the act of Ghanaians giving up on the protocols, had led to the outbreak.Prof Akoriyea gave the advice when Tobinco Pharmaceutical Limited donated medical consumables to the Ghana Health Service to aid in cholera and meningitis treatment.It was, thus, important for all to intensify…

Ghana cannot borrow more than $250 million in external loans—including commercial loans—in 2025, under a borrowing cap as part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with its Official Creditor Committee (OCC).  The borrowing cap is now a structural benchmark under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, allowing the Fund to monitor and assess Ghana’s compliance annually. The MOU, signed by all participating creditor countries, paves the way for bilateral agreements to enforce the $250 million disbursement limit. The limit is part of Ghana’s broader debt restructuring efforts following its 2022 suspension of external debt servicing. It also coincides with the…

Asante Kotoko are set to resume training as preparations for the Ghana Premier League’s return gather momentum. The league was suspended following concerns over hooliganism, with Kotoko and rivals Hearts of Oak leading calls for stricter measures to curb violence in football. In a statement, the club reiterated its deep pain over the tragic death of their supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, alias Nana Pooley, and reaffirmed its commitment to seeking justice. “The wounds from that dark day have not healed, and our resolve for justice remains as strong as ever,” the club said. Kotoko confirmed that after consultations with their…

Prof. Kobby Mensah: A practice-oriented academic with expertise in varied fields including political and corporate marketing, branding, communication, and tourism marketing. The political market is complex and continues to evolve. As a result, voters have become demanding and punitive in elections and continue to shift their support for political parties and governments. That is why political management studies emphasise political human resources as a key factor in ensuring voter satisfaction and political brand success. Due to the shifting support and the penal behaviour of voters, selecting people with the right aptitude to do the job [political HR] has long been…

Nihad Titiaka Oases Ibrahim In a bid to champion climate education and sustainability, Nihad Titiaka Oases Ibrahim, the reigning Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2024, launched the transformative Sweet Smiles Initiative to mark Ghana’s National Chocolate Day.The event, hosted at Khariyyah Islamic Basic School and Osu Salem Road JHS, was a dynamic platform to inspire climate-conscious youth while celebrating Ghana’s rich cocoa heritage. Collaborating with Future Leaders Model United Nations, AT, Yes She Can Foundation, and Vision Recycling, the initiative went beyond rhetoric, engaging students in interactive learning, recycling workshops, and sustainability training. At the heart of her message, Queen Titiaka emphasized…

Nana Akomea is the Vice Chairman of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s 2024 campaign team The Vice Chairman of the 2024 Bawumia Campaign Team, Nana Akomea, has outlined the circumstances that led the New Patriotic Party to entertain the possibility of a potential runoff during the 2024 general elections.Speaking on GH One TV on February 17, 2025, Nana Akomea explained that despite the challenges that impacted their chances of winning the election, they remained confident in their strong prospects for a runoff against their main contenders.He noted that the previously wide gap between the NPP and the National Democratic Congress had significantly…

Former Member of Parliament (MP) for Sekondi, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has embarked on a thank-you tour to express his gratitude to his constituents despite being defeated in the 2024 elections. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, 18th February, he acknowledged the overwhelming enthusiasm and support he received throughout his tenure and during the election period. As part of his “Thank You Sekondi” tour, Egyapa Mercer met with the Sekondi Market Queen Mothers to engage in a discussion on the development of the constituency. Reflecting on his eight years as MP, he highlighted his regular engagements with the market leaders and…

Residents of Fawoade Bampenase in the Kwabre East Municipality of Ashanti, have called on the Ghana Police Service to come to their aid by increasing visibility and strengthening security in the area. According to them, the rampant robbery incidents in the area had become a source of worry and created fear and panic among residents in the community. The robberies, which were caused by some unidentified youth in the community in broad daylight, during light outs and evenings, were becoming a critical concern to many people in the area. In the spate of one week about five robbery cases have…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded a productive mission to Ghana, expressing optimism about the country’s economic trajectory and progress on key reforms.The team, led by Mission Chief, Mr. Stephane Roudet, engaged with Ghanaian authorities from February 10-14 to discuss macroeconomic developments and preparations for the 2025 national budget.Mr. Roudet commended the government’s commitment to reforms under the $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme.“The mission team engaged with Ghanaian authorities on recent macroeconomic developments and initiated discussions on policies that will underpin the 2025 budget. This dialogue will continue in the coming weeks,” he said.The mission held high-level…

Political loyalty and trust are fragile therefore Majority Leader must tread cautiously to avoid weakening the NDC’s credibility at a time when Ghanaians expect decisive action on matters of corruption and accountability. Hon.Mahama Ayariga, the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central and Majority Leader in Parliament, has received intense criticism following his controversial apology to the former Finance Minister. His decision to not only render an apology but also publicly reveal the identity of a security officer involved in the raid has raised concerns about security, political strategy, and the trust Ghanaians placed in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in…