Category: News

Tarkwa: The Circuit Court in Tarkwa, presided over by Mrs. Hathia Ama Manu, has sentenced 20-year-old miner Augustine Alavi to 15 years’ imprisonment with hard labour for defiling his friend’s eight-year-old sister. According to Ghana News Agency, Alavi pleaded guilty to the charge of defilement, admitting to sexually assaulting the young girl in an uncompleted classroom. Police Detective Chief Inspector Adams Mumuni, the prosecutor in the case, explained that the complainant is the victim’s mother, while Alavi is a friend of the victim’s elder brother. They all reside in the same vicinity in Asankragwa, in the Western Region. The incident

Accra: Mr. Gilbert Yirenkyi Addo, the Associate Director of Business Tax at Deloitte Ghana, has debunked claims by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that maintaining proper business transactional records leads to higher taxation. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Addo clarified this misconception during a one-day SME Business Interaction Session organized by Access Bank (Ghana) PLC in partnership with Deloitte, under the theme ‘SME Financial Empowerment: An Imperative for Business Resilience.’ He emphasized that record-keeping is not solely for tax purposes and that SMEs should not fear that accurate records would result in increased scrutiny by the Ghana Revenue Authority

Accra: The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting journalists and promoting their welfare. Mr. Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, President of the GJA, emphasized that the Association would pursue recent cases of assault on journalists to their logical conclusion and continue to condemn all forms of violence against media practitioners. He made these remarks during a visit to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) to express appreciation to the staff for renewing their mandate. According to Ghana News Agency, the GJA recently issued an ultimatum to the Ghana Police Service to address reported attacks on journalists. These incidents included

Hohoe: Mr. Prosper Kumi, the Municipal Chief Executive of Hohoe, has called on the Bank of Ghana to address the developmental needs of Hohoe through its Corporate Social Responsibility activities. He emphasized that such contributions would not only aid the local community but also reflect the Bank’s dedication to promoting sustainable development at the local level. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Kumi made this appeal during a visit to the Bank’s office in Hohoe. The discussions during the visit highlighted essential areas requiring support, such as road infrastructure, sanitation, and vital social services. Mr. Kumi underscored the significance of

Accra: The Design and Technology Institute (DTI) has held an exhibition to highlight the innovation, technical skill, and creativity of learners, culminating in a diverse showcase of art, design, and problem-solving solutions. The DTI Projects and Art Exhibition 2025 is a showcase of learner achievements across various departments, including Product Realization, Welding and Fabrication, CAD/CAM, Graphic Design, Web Development, Robotics, and Fine Arts. According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Constance Swaniker, Founder of Design and Technology Institute (DTI), said the exhibition did not only highlight academic and technical accomplishments but also emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration, creative potential, and innovation. This year’s

Accra: As Ghana intensifies efforts to fortify its financial ecosystem and build a resilient economic future, one Ghanaian expert is making global waves for harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to transform financial decision-making – particularly for startups and investment institutions. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Sylvester Asan Ninsin, a seasoned financial analytics expert, has emerged as a leading advocate for AI-driven financial transformation. With a career spanning roles in Ghana and the United States, Ninsin is using predictive modeling, data science, and machine learning to empower startups, improve transparency, and build robust economic infrastructure. ‘I believe data isn’t just for

Koforidua: The Dare to Dream initiative, implemented under the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, has spotlighted youth-driven solutions to community challenges at a grassroots exhibition held in Koforidua, the Eastern regional capital. The programme, supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and funded by the Mastercard Foundation, focuses on empowering persons with disabilities (PWDs) and women in rural communities through innovations in health, education, agriculture, climate resilience, and technology. According to Ghana News Agency, organisers expressed their commitment to identifying and registering 300 youth innovators across the Eastern Region. Ms. Hannatu Kobiah, Programme Manager of Dare to Dream, stated