Author: johnmahama

This opinion piece explains the truth behind responses to Fourie’s critique regarding South Africa’s jobless rate. Thus, this piece is a direct rebuttal to the former Statistician General, Pali Lehohla, who penned an article ‘Debating the labour force survey – a response to Fourie’s critique’ on IOL on 17 June 2025. Lehohla claims that I, through my article ‘Why Capitec’s CEO is forcing SA to rethink its unemployment narrative’ (Business Day, 14 June and City Press, 15 June), have ‘amplified the debate’, leading him to ‘shed light on this before it goes out of hand based on misinformation and speculation.’To…

Ikenna Njubigbo, Country Head, Technology, Digital Innovation and Services, FirstBank Ghana FirstBank Ghana has announced a major leap in its digital transformation strategy, unveiling a series of technology upgrades aimed at enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency across its banking network. In a statement delivered by Ikenna Njubigbo, Country Head of Technology, Digital Innovation, and Services at FirstBank Ghana, the bank outlined its commitment to leveraging advanced technology solutions to redefine banking in Ghana and reinforce its “You First” customer-centric philosophy. “At FirstBank, we are steadfastly committed to leveraging the power of technology to empower our customers and deliver unparalleled…

On Tuesday, June 17, the Ghanaian beach volleyball teams, both men’s and women’s, completed their last training sessions for the week leading up to the Africa Beach Volleyball Championship qualifiers in Morocco at La Boma Beach. From June 22 to June 30, 2025, the competition will serve as a qualifying round for the World Championship in Australia in August. Ghana Volleyball Association President George Tetteh said he is confident in the teams, especially following their recent success in Rwanda, and called the present preparations the greatest he has seen. Additionally, Bawa Fusseini, the Association’s Board Chairman, stressed that qualifying in…

International Diplomatic Observer, Adam Zig Na Abdullai, has stated that Africa is no longer viewed as a key ally by the United States, particularly under the administration of President Donald Trump.His remarks follow the recent announcement of a U.S. travel ban affecting Ghana and other African countries.Speaking on Happy 98.9FM’s Morning Show with Sefah-Danquah, Mr. Abdullai explained that since President Trump’s induction into office in early 2025, several foreign policies have been introduced that reflect a strong focus on America-first interests, often to the detriment of international relationships, especially with Africa.“With what America is doing, it has been clear right…

Two of the seven Supreme Court (SC) nominees of President John Dramani Mahama —Justice Philip Bright Mensah and Justice Janapare Adzua Bartels-Kodwo — faced the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.The two justices of the Court of Appeal were questioned on a number of controversial issues concerning Ghana’s legal system, including provisions in the 1992 Constitution.As expected, the session was not without drama. Members of the Appointments Committee from both the Minority and Majority sides clashed, with the usual protagonists — Committee Chairman Bernard Ahiafor and Ranking Member Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin — engaging in sharp exchanges once…

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has inaugurated a nine-member Conference Planning Committee to oversee preparations for its Annual National Delegates Conference, slated for July 18–20, 2025, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.“The committee is tasked with steering all preparations and logistics for the crucial delegates conference, where amendment motions will be formally considered.”The planning team is chaired by Hon. Joseph Osei-Owusu, with Henry Nana Boakye, Esq., serving as Vice Chair and Alhaji Haruna Mohammed as Secretary. Other members include Dr. Charles Dwamena, Divine Otoo Agorhom, Hon. Abena Osei Asare, Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib, Hajia Safia Mohammed, and Salam Mustapha.Ahead…

President of GNCCI, Mr. Stephane Miezan and Country Programme Coordinator, Ms. Valerie Kplorm Nutakor (On behalf of the CDKN Country Manager) shake hands in solidarity at the GNCCI Headquarters during strategic engagement meeting on ICACE Project implementation In a bold move to reshape Ghana’s business landscape for a sustainable future, the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) in partnership with the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) to launch the Integrating Climate Action and ESG Principles into Commercial Business Activities (ICACE) project. The initiative seeks to embed climate resilient actions, particularly Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and…

In my article, “Israel: a Bastard Behaving True to Type,” I gave some Yoruba proverbs that perfectly described the Zionist colonial entity called Israel.1. Ti ilé ba toró, ọmọ alé ibe koi ti dagba ni. It means that if the house is peaceful and tranquil, it is only because the bastard there hasn’t grown up.2. Igberaga ni nsiwaju iparun translates loosely as “Pride goes before fall.”3. Aja ti o ba ma sọ, ki ngbọ fere Ọlọdẹ. “The dog that will get lost will not hear the hunter’s whistle.”Will the Zionists learn a lesson before it is too late? As I…

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed seven new Mpox infections in its latest update released on Sunday, June 16, 2025.“This brings the total number of confirmed Mpox cases in the country to 98 since the disease was first detected,” the Service stated.Despite the rise in case numbers, the GHS noted there have been “no new deaths,” keeping the national Mpox death toll at zero. The update also confirmed that “there are no active hospital admissions related to Mpox as of the latest update.”Mpox—formerly known as monkeypox—is a viral illness primarily transmitted through close contact with infected individuals. While the…

Ghana’s sovereign credit rating upgrade from Restricted Default to ‘B-’ with a Stable Outlook by Fitch Ratings marks a significant milestone in the country’s macroeconomic recovery. The move reflects growing investor confidence, improved policy credibility, and progress on debt restructuring. It also signals Ghana’s gradual re-entry into global capital markets after a period of severe fiscal and external imbalances. The upgrade follows Ghana’s restructuring of $13.1 billion in Eurobonds and $5.1 billion in bilateral official debt under the G20 Common Framework. Although $2.6 billion in external debt, including $700 million in commercial obligations, is yet to be finalized, Fitch considers…