Day: July 22, 2025

Aboadze: Students from the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) have undertaken an industrial tour of Twyford Ghana Ceramics Company Limited’s Sanitary Ware Factory in Aboadze, Western Region, to bridge academic knowledge with practical industry experience. The visit provided students with firsthand exposure to Twyford’s manufacturing processes and technology, demonstrating how raw materials are converted into tiles and sanitary ware products for both local and international markets. According to Ghana News Agency, the students learned about the company’s operations, corporate culture, and potential career paths for young professionals. A significant moment during the tour was a session with a

Sirigu: The Chiefs and people of the Sirigu Traditional Area are preparing to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the reign of Azukodaana Naba Roland Atogumdeya Akwara III, the Paramount Chief of the area. Naba Akwara III, who was enskinned as Paramount Chief and President of the Sirigu Traditional Council on July 20, 2015, will be honored with a celebration scheduled from December 26 to December 30, 2025. The event, themed ‘A decade of leadership, unity and development,’ is expected to attract sons and daughters of Sirigu from both within and outside the traditional area. According to Ghana News Agency, the

Sirigu: Naba Roland Atogumdeya Akwara III, Paramount Chief of the Sirigu Traditional Area, has cautioned the youth against reckless motorbike riding, particularly along the main road through the Sirigu market. He expressed concern over the growing disregard for road safety among young riders, who often ride at top speed without helmets, posing danger to themselves and others. According to Ghana News Agency, Naba Akwara III delivered a speech at the launch of his 10th Anniversary celebration and the maiden Azuko Cultural Festival. He warned, ‘I firmly warn motor riders, particularly the youth, not to speed around the market area where

Accra: The Supreme Court has quashed a 2020 arrest warrant issued against controversial online commentator Kelvin Ekow Taylor, citing procedural irregularities. In a 4-1 majority ruling, the apex court held that due process was not followed and that the warrant violated principles of natural justice, as Taylor had not been offered the right to be heard. According to Ghana News Agency, the warrant was initially issued on 16 January 2020 by Justice Eric Kyei Baffour, then sitting as a High Court judge, in the case of Republic v Eugene Baffour Bonnie and Others. This followed comments made by Taylor alleging

Accra: The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has inaugurated its Ministerial Advisory Board, urging members to uphold commitment and diligence in their duties. Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister for the sector, emphasized that the Board is mandated to advise the Ministry on policy planning, strategic objectives, and operational direction, while fostering engagement with service users. According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Gomashie expressed her expectations for the Board, highlighting the importance of appointing knowledgeable and skilled individuals to support the Ministry’s mandate. She noted that the Board’s role is crucial for the Ministry to achieve its foundational goals

Accra: The Chinese Embassy in Ghana, in partnership with the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Secretariat, has hosted a high-level China-Ghana Business Engagement in Accra. The session brought together senior officials from Ghanaian institutions and major Chinese private sector players to explore strategic partnerships aligned with the 24H+ Programme, the government’s flagship agenda to industrialise the economy, expand exports, and create decent jobs at scale. According to Ghana News Agency, the engagement focused on how the 24-Hour Economy is being implemented and the role of the private sector, particularly Chinese investors, in delivering results. The Secretariat presented a pipeline

Accra: Ghana may see lower interest rates soon, as ongoing disinflation and currency stability prompt cautious optimism among commercial banks. Speaking at the 11th Absa-UPSA Law School quarterly banking roundtable in Accra, Mr. John Awuah, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Association of Banks, said the expected change hinges on the upcoming Monetary Policy Committee meeting, scheduled for July 28, 2025. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Awuah remarked on the current state of inflation, noting it stands at 13.7 percent. He expressed the perspective that the central bank should reconsider the monetary policy rate in light of these economic