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The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 2.45% increase in electricity tariffs for all customer categories, effective July 1, 2025. Water tariffs, however, will remain unchanged. This adjustment forms part of the Commission’s Quarterly Tariff Review Mechanism, which responds to fluctuations in key economic indicators and utility operating conditions. In a statement issued […]

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has responded to concerns from newly posted teachers regarding delays in the issuance of staff IDs and salary payments. In a press release dated June 24, 2025, GES Management acknowledged receiving a petition from the affected teachers and outlined measures taken to address the situation. According to GES, a total […]

Ofam is a traditional Ghanaian dish made from mashed overripe plantains mixed with palm oil, ginger, scotch bonnets, onions, and salt, then baked to perfection. It boasts a rich yellow-orange color and offers a delightful balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Ofam can be enjoyed at any time of day and is commonly served with […]

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a public apology to Ghanaians, acknowledging governance missteps during its last term in office and vowing not to repeat those errors if given another mandate. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, the party’s General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, extended the apology on behalf of the NPP and […]

President John Dramani Mahama has directed all Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to declare their assets by July 15, 2025, as mandated by the 1992 Constitution. Addressing an orientation and training programme for MMDCEs in Accra, President Mahama emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability in public service. He noted that asset declaration […]

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced a €5 million funding package from the Italian government to enhance Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana, aimed at addressing the country’s rising youth unemployment. Speaking at the inauguration of the newly reconstituted Ghana TVET Council in Accra, Mr. Iddrisu described the support as a crucial […]

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Ghana’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘B-‘ from ‘Restricted Default’ (RD). The Outlook is Stable. The upgrade of Ghana’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency IDR to ‘B-‘ from ‘RD’ reflects Fitch’s assessment that Ghana has normalised relations with a significant majority of external commercial creditors. Ghana restructured its USD13.1 billon Eurobonds in October […]

As of June 12, 2025, Ghana’s Black Queens have dropped to 66th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Rankings, falling one spot from their 65th position in March. On the African continent, they also slid from 5th to 6th place, marking a slight decline from their recent best. The dip in rankings reflects the team’s […]

Ghanaian culinary star and digital innovator, Chef Abbys — known off-screen as Abena Amoakoa Sintim-Aboagye — has been selected as the sole Ghanaian representative for TikTok at the prestigious 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France. Her selection follows her recent honour on TikTok’s 2025 Discover List, which celebrates 50 global creators who […]

The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the government has commenced the immediate evacuation of Ghanaians living in Iran, following heightened tensions between Iran and Israel. In a statement posted on Facebook, Ablakwa revealed that Ghana’s embassy in Tehran has been shut down with immediate effect to ensure the […]

PURC Announces 2.45% Electricity Tariff Increase

GES Responds to Delays in Staff IDs and Salaries for Newly Posted Teachers

OFAM, A taste of overripe plantain mixed with other things

NPP Apologises to Ghanaians, Pledges to Avoid Past Mistakes

Mahama gives MMDCEs to Declare Assets by July 15

Education Minister Unveils €5 Million Italian Support for TVET

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Ghana’s to ‘B-‘

Black Queens Slip to 66th in FIFA Rankings Ahead of WAFCON 2025

Chef Abbys to Represent Ghana at 2025 Cannes Lions Festival

Ghana Begins Evacuation of Citizens from Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

Mexico Become First Team to Reach 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 After Narrow Win Over South Korea

European Parliament Moves to Block €156 Million in Aid to Tanzania Over Democratic Concerns

Jonathan David Hat-Trick Inspires Canada to Historic 6–0 World Cup Thrashing of Qatar