Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament, Tamale South MP, recently made a controversial statement regarding parliamentary immunity during emergencies. According to Iddrisu, parliamentary immunity should apply even in emergency situations. Parliamentary immunity has been a subject of much debate in Ghanaian politics, with many arguing that it gives MPs too much power and protection from legal […]

In response to the ultimatum given by the Pensioners Bondholders who were exempted from the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), the Finance Ministry released a statement on February 27th, 2023, promising to honor the coupon rates on matured bonds for those who did not sign up for the DDEP. In response to the ultimatum given […]

Vice-President Kamala Harris arrived in Tanzania on her first African tour. The trip aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and promote economic growth and women’s empowerment. Upon her arrival, Vice President Harris greeted Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, marking the first meeting between the two leaders since President Hassan was elected earlier this year. During her […]

US Vice President Kamala Harris visited the Cape Coast Castle, a former slave trading fortification that played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade. The castle built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, was a key hub for the slave trade for over 400 years. During her tour of the castle, Harris was […]

In a recent speech, a speaker slammed Kamala Harris’ take on LGBTQ+ rights in Ghana and called out Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo for his lack of action on the issue. The speaker, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin who identified as a human rights activist, criticized Harris’ statement in support of LGBTQ+ rights during her […]

The US Federal Reserve sets monetary policy in the United States, including determining interest rates. The Fed raises interest rates to slow economic growth, prevent inflation from rising quickly, and lowers rates to stimulate economic activity. Recently, the Fed has signaled that it may raise interest rates in response to concerns about rising inflation. The […]

On Thursday, March 23, the Chinese Foreign Ministry stated its desire to improve communication with Ghana to address Ghana’s debt issue. Spokesperson Wang Wenbin made this statement in response to a question about Ghana’s Finance Minister visiting Beijing for debt restructuring discussions. According to an anonymous source familiar with the matter, the talks will focus […]