Author: Barbara Quarshie
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Ghana’s Economy Grows, Surprising IMF and World Bank, Says Finance Minister
Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Ghana’s Finance Minister, has announced a robust economic rebound for the country, exceeding earlier forecasts and surprising global financial bodies. Speaking at a recent Town Hall meeting in the UK, Dr. Adam emphasized Ghana’s economic resurgence amidst previous challenges, noting significant growth beyond international expectations. He highlighted that while the IMF…
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Conflict Over Trading Spaces Causes Turmoil at Kejetia Market
A dispute over trading spaces at Kejetia Market in Kumasi erupted into chaos on Monday, June 24, 2024, as tensions escalated among shop owners and market management. The conflict revolves around allegations that spaces designated for emergency access and firefighting purposes are being unlawfully sold by market management. Accusations have been directed at Managing Director…
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Sunyani Area NEDCo Pursues Customers for Unpaid Debts
The Sunyani Area of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) has launched phase five of its Revenue Mobilization Exercise to recover outstanding debts amounting to approximately Gh¢300 million. Starting on Monday, June 24, 2024, NEDCo deployed two teams of officials to Dormaa Municipality and Nkrankwanta in the Dormaa West District to begin the initiative. Speaking…
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Hervé Renard announces departure from French women’s job amidst links to Nigeria
Hervé Renard, former assistant coach for Ghana’s national team, has officially announced his departure from his role as head coach of the French women’s national team following the conclusion of the Paris 2024 Olympics in July and August. In a recent press conference, Renard confirmed his decision to step down from his position after completing…
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Alan Kyerematen vows to prioritize boosting exports and cutting down on imports.
Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, leader of the Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC), has unveiled a bold agenda to prioritize boosting exports and curtailing imports in Ghana, aiming to address the country’s economic challenges. During the launch of his “Great Transformation Agenda,” Kyerematen highlighted the critical need to correct Ghana’s trade imbalance, which he believes is straining…
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Nana Poku Ashis Expresses Disappointment in Yaw Sarpong’s Children Amid Family Dispute
Ghanaian artiste manager, Nana Poku Ashis, has shared his disappointment regarding the ongoing family feud involving Gospel musician Yaw Sarpong of the group ‘Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo’, his wife Adwoa Penamang, and group member Maame Tiwaa. The controversy unfolded during a live broadcast on Kumasi-based Oyerepa FM, where Adwoa Penamang accused Tiwaa of having an…
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Mahama Explains Exclusion of Haruna, Muntaka from National Campaign Team
National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer for the 2024 elections, John Dramani Mahama, has clarified the exclusion of key lawmakers Haruna Iddrisu and Muntaka Mohammed from the recently announced national campaign team. Haruna Iddrisu, the Tamale South MP and former Minority Leader, along with Muntaka Mohammed, the Asawase MP and former Minority Chief Whip, were noticeably…
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WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange Leaves UK After Release in US Plea Deal
After years of legal battles, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has left the UK following a plea deal with US authorities. The deal involves Assange pleading guilty to criminal charges but ensures his freedom. Assange, 52, was charged with conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defense information. The US has long argued that the WikiLeaks files,…
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Olakunle Churchill Mourns the Loss of His Grandmother to Illness
Nigerian businessman Olakunle Churchill has announced with sadness the passing of his grandmother due to an undisclosed illness, just a few months after celebrating her birthday. Churchill, who is also the husband of popular actress Rosy Meurer, took to his Instagram page to share a heartfelt tribute. He posted a video showing his grandmother during…
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Rev. Obofour: There is no genuine man of God in Ghana
Rev. Obofour, the founder and leader of the Anointed Palace Chapel (APC), has shared his views on the authenticity of religious leaders in Ghana. Speaking to his congregation, Rev. Obofour emphasized that his remarks are not intended to attack any specific pastor or church. Instead, he encouraged believers to place their faith directly in God…
