Category: News

Accra: The Krachi East Municipal Assembly, through the Department of Social Welfare, is set to distribute essential items to over 100 Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the municipality on August 28. These items, valued in thousands of Ghana cedis, are part of a government initiative aimed at supporting PWDs and promoting their welfare. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Seth Kumah, Assistant to the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Krachi East, stated that the items are funded by the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF). The DACF allocation is a government initiative designed to reduce poverty among PWDs by providing necessary

Accra: The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) on Monday refuted allegations that it overstated Ghana’s public debt by GHS138.91 billion in the 2023 Whole of Government Accounts. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Kwasi Agyei, the Controller and Accountant-General, stated that the issue had been resolved through a reconciliation exercise. “Madam Chair, we have since reconciled the figures, and the public should disregard suggestions that we overstated the national debt,” he said during an appearance before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament. Mr. Thomas Ampem Nyarko, the Deputy Finance Minister, led the Ministry of Finance along with the Controller

Ahafo: Mrs. Charity Gardiner, the Ahafo Regional Minister, has inspired candidates writing the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) to do their best and pass their papers well. She reminded them that the government was on course in its ‘reset agenda’ to create more jobs for the youth and urged the candidates to be inspired by that and work hard to pass the examination. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Gardiner stated in a message directed to the candidates, “This is your moment to shine! Your hard work, sleepless nights, and determination have brought you this far.” She

Accra: The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has disclosed that nine institutions owe the state a total of GHS47 million in unpaid taxes as of 2023, with the Graphic Communications Group Limited among the institutions. According to Ghana News Agency, the Auditor General’s Report of 2024 revealed that Graphic Communications Group Limited owes the GRA a debt of GHS3.4 million, while GIHOC Distilleries owes GHS2.1 million, with the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) having a debt of GHS136,000. According to Mr Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, the GRA Commissioner General, the Authority was taking steps to recover the outstanding amounts, particularly from state-owned enterprises

Tamale: A day’s engagement workshop tailored to equip key stakeholders with the knowledge on renewable energy transition and sustainable environmental conservation has been held in Tamale. The workshop, organised by Centre for Opportunities and Rural Development (CORD Ghana), a non-government organisation (NGO), formed part of the implementation of the Green Schools Initiative: Powering Up Energy Justice for a Brighter Future initiative. According to Ghana News Agency, the initiative, implemented by CORD Ghana and Eco Warriors with funding support from the UMI Fund, is rolled out in 10 schools and communities within the Central Gonja District in the Savannah Region as

Accra: The newly-inaugurated Council of Catholic Professional Guilds (CPG) has pledged to uphold integrity in service and contribute to national development. The ceremony, held at the St. Bakhita Catholic Church at Lashibi in Accra, brought together members of the clergy, parishioners, and professionals from diverse backgrounds. According to Ghana News Agency, the Most Rev. John Kobina Louis, Auxiliary Bishop of Accra, urged the new leaders to serve with passion, encouraging the Church community to support the Association. The group comprises the Accra Chapter of the Catholic Association of Media Practitioners, Ghana (CAMP-G), the Catholic Health Professionals Guild (CATHPROG), the Association

Abuakwa: A Presiding Judge of the Kwadaso circuit court has issued a stern warning against the multiple sale of lands, emphasizing that individuals accused of such acts will face legal consequences. Mr. Jephthah Appau, a Relieving Judge of the Asante Abuakwa circuit court in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality, highlighted the court’s commitment to combating the issue of multiple land sales in the region. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Appau made these remarks during a court session where a 46-year-old farmer was charged with allegedly granting land without title. The judge underscored that any person involved in multiple land