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Minister for Communications, Digitalisation, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George The fifth cohort of the Executive Masters of Conflict, Peace, and Security (EMCPS) at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) is thrilled to extend its heartfelt congratulations to our distinguished classmate, Sam Nartey George, on his well-deserved nomination by the President of the Republic of Ghana and the subsequent swearing-in as Ghana’s Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations. Hon. Sam Nartey George’s sterling leadership, dedication, passion, and commitment to national development earned him this esteemed appointment. As an astute legislator, advocate for digital transformation and technophile, the EMCPS…

The recent disorder in Ghana’s parliament—where legislators turned to yelling, shoving, and furniture destruction— is more than just an expression of political differences. Beneath the surface of these intense conflicts is a major emotional control problem that is little talked about but is absolutely vital for good leadership. Examining the tape or reading the reports, one wonders how a room full of seasoned political leaders with legislative mandate end up in physical altercations like disgruntled students dissatisfied with cafeteria meals? The response is fundamentally psychological.The Lack of Emotional Control in LeadershipA key quality of a good leader, whether in politics,…

The African University College of Communications (AUCC) is set to officially launch its new status as a fully-fledged autonomous university, now renamed the African University of Communications and Business (AUCB).This milestone follows the Presidential Charter granted the university on December 19, 2024, allowing AUCB to operate as an independent degree-awarding institution.In a statement ahead of the grand launch, the Vice Chancelor of AUCB, Prof. Abeku Blankson has described the transition as a “historic moment that redefines the future and strengthens its commitment to academic excellence, creativity, innovation, growth, and an expanded vision for higher education in Ghana and beyond.”The official…

In a bold move to reshape Ghana’s transportation sector, American-Ghanaian tech executive Peter Egyin-Mensah has returned home to launch a company aimed at revolutionizing the country’s electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Through his startup, Ijanu Limited, he envisions a future where Ghana harnesses its abundant solar energy to power a new wave of sustainable mobility.Speaking on the Ride and Chat show, the entrepreneur detailed his motivation for founding Ijanu Limited—a name that signifies the harnessing of Africa’s abundant sunlight.Ijanu Limited focuses on two key areas: building a robust solar-powered EV charging network and developing the infrastructure necessary to maintain and service…

Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings and her late father Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings A comment made by a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority caucus, and directed at the Member of Parliament of Klottey Korle, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, which has been described as unsavoury, has triggered widespread outrage and public outcries on social media.During discussions on the 60th anniversary of the death of Joseph Boakye Danquah (JB Danquah) on the floor of the House on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings stood up to seek permission to contribute.However, the Speaker ignored her and instead granted the floor to…

The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah has rejected the narration that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lost the 2024 election because it presented Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as its flagbearer.According to him, any attempt to push this agenda will be fiercely rejected.“Some of us will not tolerate any agenda to push the blame from our 2024 defeat on the candidature of Dr Bawumia…we won’t sit down for those who have interest in leading the party to use Dr Bawumia as a scapegoat because of their ambition.“We will resist any false narrative…

Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor has disclosed that the Minority MPs were given instructions by their leader, Afenyo-Markin to do “certain things” during the chaos on January 30, Thursday. Giving accounts before the Committee probing the incidence on Wednesday, Mr. Ahiafor condemned the conduct of the Minority members, stating that he was taken aback by the conduct of the MPs. He told the Committee probing the chaos that Afenyo-Markin at some point was harsh against the Deputy Minority Chief Whip. “I heard the Minority leader requesting that they should call some people into the vetting room…

A total of 20 students were arrested on Tuesday, February 4, following a violent clash at Salaga Senior High School (SHS) in the Savannah Region, which left one person seriously injured. The clash reportedly erupted between two student groups. While 17 students have been granted bail and are required to report periodically to the police, three students remain in police custody. Police also retrieved a locally manufactured gun. According to sources, the dispute began on February 1, 2025, between two day students during an entertainment event. The disagreement was later reported to their respective groups in Kpembe and Salaga townships,…

Mr Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, Tuesday defended the Minority’s decision to stage a protest during the vetting of Mr Okudzeto Ablakwa, minister-designate for Foreign Affairs and Mr Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, minister-designate for Health, citing a lack of room for dialogue.He explained that the Minority had agreed to vet four nominees, but the Majority changed the plan to five without consulting them.“… Mr Speaker, around 2200 hours, we had indications from the majority of the intent to continue the vetting of more nominees rather than agreed. There was no room for us to discuss the way forward, which resulted in…

With around 20 African leaders in attendance, the 66-year-old is sworn in as Ghana’s president for third time.John Mahama has been sworn in for a second term as Ghana’s president at a ceremony in the capital Accra, with around 20 African leaders in attendance. Mahama won 56 percent of the vote in the nation’s presidential election on December 9, defeating ruling party candidate and Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, who secured 41 percent. Mahama takes over from outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, who served two terms in power. “Today should mark the opportunity to reset our country,” the 66-year-old new president, wearing…