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Pres Mahama cuts sod for 24-hr markets in Northern Region
7+ hour, 14+ min ago (428+ words) PRESIDENT John Dramani Mahama at the weekend cut the sod for the construction of two separate 24-hour economy markets at Bimbilla and Kukuo, a suburb of Tamale in the Northern Region, to boost agricultural and trading activities in the area....
What 8 years in the wilderness taught me about business in Ghanareaders.
8+ hour, 29+ min ago (1142+ words) It is now widely accepted that African countries, like those in the West, the Gulf and Asia, cannot solve their developmental challenges without strong collaboration with a robust and resilient private sector. Globally, entrepreneurs create jobs, finance infrastructure through taxes…...
Energy Commission's gender action plan meant to promote performance, inclusiveness " Board Chairman
8+ hour, 10+ min ago (460+ words) THE Board Chairman of Energy Commission, Professor John Gatsi, has said the Commission's strategic focus on gender equality is meant to enhance performance, innovation and inclusiveness. "Our gender action plan will lead to improve energy efficiency, better renewable energy practices…...
Manhyia South MP raises concerns over treatment of NPP's Baba Amando during arrest
8+ hour, 15+ min ago (259+ words) THE Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has raised concerns over the handling of the New Patriotic Party's Sunyani East Communications Officer, Abubakar Yakubu, popularly known as Baba Amando, during his arrest and transfer from Sunyani…...
Control mineral wealth or risk external exploitation'Dr Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo warns Africa gov'ts
1+ week, 9+ hour ago (498+ words) Africa must present a united front to take control of its vast mineral wealth or risk renewed external exploitation, the Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has warned. According to him, Africa's abundant reserves of cobalt,…...
Check EPA Permits before mining approvals " MMDAs urged
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (393+ words) THE Acting Director of the Mining Department at the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Mrs Justine Seyire Dzadzra, has called on Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to ensure that individuals and organisations with mining concessions obtain environmental permits from the…...
Police arrest suspect for unlawful possession of assault rifle in Bawku
5+ day, 10+ hour ago (105+ words) The Upper East Regional Police Command has taken over a suspect arrested for unlawful possession of an assault rifle at Sakabo, a suburb of Bawku. According to the police, the patrol team, while on duty, heard gunshots and proceeded to…...
Minister sets up committee to probe UTAG allegations
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (198+ words) Mr Haruna Iddrisu, Minister of Education THE Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has constituted a three-member committee to investigate allegations raised by the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) and to make appropriate recommendations to President John Dramani Mahama....
Kwahu Business Forum: My engagement with President Mahama has boosted my business " Lydia Forson
6+ day, 2+ hour ago (490+ words) Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur, Lydia Forson, has indicated that her interaction with John Dramani Mahama at the Kwahu Business Forum has significantly increased visibility for her business, Kinky Matters. According to her, the engagement with the President brought attention to…...
Counsellor Alebrahim commended for promoting welfare of Ghanaian students in Kuwait
5+ day, 9+ hour ago (452+ words) THE President of the Ghanaian Students" Union in Kuwait, Mr Didat Adam, has commended the Acting Charg" d"Affaires at Ghana"s Embassy in the State of Kuwait, Counsellor Husain Suleiman Alebrahim, for his proactive efforts to ensure the safety…...