Ghana to adjust external bond deal to meet IMF debt sustainability goals – Finance Ministry
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Ministry of Finance says despite reaching an interim agreement with external bondholders, Ghana still needs to adjust the deal to meet the debt sustainability targets set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Finance Ministry’s statement comes amid concerns from certain economic sectors that Ghana has not successfully reached an agreement […]
IMF reaches Staff-Level Agreement on 2nd review of extended credit facility with Ghana
By Racheal Asamoah The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement on the review of the extended credit facility with Ghana. In a statement released on Saturday, April 13, 2024, said, “Ghana will have access to about US$360 million in financing once the review is approved by IMF Management and formally completed by […]
Coach Yusif Basigi – Champion of Women’s Football in Ghana
By Gertrude Tandoh In the realm of Ghanaian women’s football, Coach Yusif Basigi stands as a beacon of dedication, talent nurturing, and unwavering commitment to elevating the game to new heights. With a track record of shaping young talents and guiding teams to success, Coach Basigi’s impact on the sport transcends accolades and medals; it […]
Child betrothal, whether to a person or deity, is disallowed in Ghana- Deputy AG
A Deputy Attorney-General, Diana Asonaba Dapaah, has explained that betrothal of any child below 18 years of age, whether to a person or deity, is not permissible in Ghana. She explained that Ghanaian laws are very explicit on the age of a child and the age of marriage. She noted that although the country’s constitution […]
Italian President Sergio Mattarella arrives in Accra for bilateral talks
Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has welcomed Italian President Sergio Mattarella to Ghana for bilateral talks that would be mutually beneficial to both countries. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is expected to host the Italian President at the Jubilee House, the seat of government. In a Facebook post Dr Bawumia wrote: “I received the Italian President, […]
GTV Sports+ ready to deliver spectacular coverage of 2024 Futsal AFCON
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The 2024 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations warms up to a spectacular opening in Morocco on April 11–21, 2024. The tournament seeks to deliver an exciting experience for football enthusiasts across the African continent. As fans seem to wonder where to get all the excitement from the comfort of their homes, […]
Ghana to introduce Chip-embedded passports in six months – Kwaku Ampratum-Sarpong
By Naomi Kommeh The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has announced that chip-embedded passports will be introduced in Ghana within the next six months. The Minister noted that the new passport system is in line with a directive from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) in Canada. In an interview, […]
Ghana must determine her own development model –American political Sociologist
Professor Larry Diamond, an American political sociologist, says Ghana and other African countries must determine their own model for democratic governance to champion development that would respond to their needs. He said the development model should emanate from the people and be informed and adapted by the circumstances of the country. Delivering a presentation on […]
Govt committed to propelling education despite economic challenges – Dr. Yaw Adutwum
Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, says despite the country’s economic challenges, the government is committed to rolling out a series of programmes to propel education across the country. Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Smart Schools Project, which will ensure every SHS student gets a tablet, Dr Adutwum said the government would continue […]
Heritage Month: Invention of Fufu Machine vrs ”tim tim” option
By Angela Adu Asomaning The invention of the fufu machine has brought relief to some Ghanaians, especially patrons of this delicacy. While some Ghanaians have welcomed the innovation, others have downplayed the relevance of the machine, adding that, although the fufu machine can blend cassava, plantain, yam, and cocoyam into a […]
