Political parties and presidential candidates to sign Peace Pact today
The National Peace Council is set to meet all political parties and presidential candidates contesting the December 7 elections to sign a peace pact. This aims at ensuring a smooth and peaceful electoral process. The agreement will require candidates to commit to maintaining peace before, during, and after the polls. Despite the Peace Council's readiness to undertake this execrcise, there is...
“Our Culture is a Powerful tool for Unity” – Poet Nana Asaase
Poet, literary coach, and cultural consultant, Philip Boakye Dua Oyinka, popularly known as Nana Asaase has called for the use of our diversity in culture as a tool to unite the country. Speaking at the 8th edition of Mental Pictures, Bagyina reloaded: a night of literary renditions and cultural expressions, he underscored the need to use poetry, dance, storytelling, music,...
Broken Pen – The Spark Within Me
Dear MX24, I want your readers to hear my story and advice on what I should do. I am a young boy who grew up in a Kumasi with my Dad. My mum passed away when I was little. As such, my Dad had to take care of me through out the period. Due to his nature of work, we...
Ayoba Partners with Jumia in Ghana to Bring Exclusive Deals to Thousands of Users
Accra, Ghana – November 06, 2024 – Ayoba, Africa's all-in-one super app, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Jumia Ghana, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform. This collaboration unlocks exclusive deals for ayoba users, who can now enjoy an extra 10% discount on selected Jumia purchases directly through the ayoba app, with no data cost for MTN users. Through this...
Bawumia launches EV buses, promises 40% reduction in fares
In a bid to reduce green house gas emissions, the Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has officially launched Ghana’s first fleet of electric buses (EVs). This transition marks a step toward modernizing the country’s public transportation system. Speaking during the event, the Vice President highlighted the significance of this initiative in the transport system of Ghana, stating that it reflects the...
Speaker Bagbin declines request to recall Parliament
The Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has turned down a request from the Majority in Parliament to recall the House for an emergency session. In a memo dated Tuesday, November 26, the Speaker explained that Parliament would reconvene after the elections to address outstanding issues, ensuring a smooth transition to the incoming 9th Parliament of the Fourth Republic. “The House will...
Broken Pen- Father To The Bride
Dear MX24, I am having suicidal thoughts. I feel like I should just sleep and not wake up again. This is how it started. I have been dating a guy for four years now, the relationship hasn’t been smooth but through it all we maintained it. He proposed last year December and wanted to get married to me this January. I...
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah calls for complete reset of Sports in Ghana following Black Stars AFCON failure
Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, the former Minister for Youth and Sports, has called for a complete overhaul of sports in Ghana, following the Black Stars' failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will be held in Morocco next year. This marks the first time in 20 years that Ghana will not participate in the tournament, after...
Broken Pen – No One Wants Me
Dear Mx24, I need you. I am the middle child to 5 male siblings. I have 2 degrees in political science and information studies and I've decided not to continue my education nor work under anybody. My dad owns a private working company that makes us a lot of money. Life is good. My dad takes care of all my...
Craftsmanship, Challenges, and Care: AjePomaa Oklah’s Take on Sustainability in African Fashion
In African fashion, what does sustainability actually mean? AjePomaa Oklah (creative director and founder of AjePomaa Design Gallery), whose designs exemplify ethical craftsmanship, provided answers to questions in the most recent episode of "Fashion Wednesday," hosted by Diana Edinam Kumbey. Oklah explained the inherent advantages of sustainability in the African fashion landscape: "In Africa, it is very easy to be...
