COVID-19 Levy, NHIS & GETFund Levies to Be Scrapped – Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has delivered a firm message to Ghanaians: the era of burdensome and distortionary taxes is coming to an end. In his presentation of the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, July 24, Dr. Forson declared that the COVID-19 Levy, along with other punitive levies under the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, will...
Energy Ministry denies reports of aviation fuel shortage assures public of adequate supply
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has firmly dismissed recent media reports alleging a shortage of Aviation Turbine Kerosene (ATK) fuel in Ghana, assuring the aviation sector and the general public that supply levels remain stable and sufficient. In a press release issued Thursday, the Ministry described the reports as false and misleading, explaining that recent speculation stemmed from...
Uphold legacy of Late President Mills – Nana Oye Bampoe Addo to Ghanaians
The Executive Director of the John Evans Atta Mills Memorial Heritage, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has called on Ghanaians to embrace and uphold the enduring values of peace, integrity, and moral leadership exemplified by the late President John Evans Atta Mills. Speaking at a solemn wreath-laying ceremony held on Thursday, July 24, at Asomdwee Park to commemorate the 13th anniversary...
Minority walksout of Mid year budget presentation, petitions Mahama over electoral violence
After satgging a walkout of Parliament, minutes before the Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson present the 2025 Mid-year budget review, the Minority Caucus in Parliament has formally petitioned President John Dramani Mahama. The Minority is expressing deep concern over what they describe as a dangerous escalation in electoral violence and the unchecked rise of illegal mining activities—commonly known as...
Crystal Palace’s Guehi on the market: Liverpool eyes a £45m deal
Crystal Palace's captain, Marc Guehi, is up for sale, and Liverpool is ready to pounce, if the price is right. The 23-year-old defender's future hangs in the balance as Palace seeks to avoid losing him for free next year. Guehi's contract expires in 2026, prompting Palace to invite bids, with Liverpool emerging as a prime contender. The club's preference for...
PNP launches GH₵ 2 Million National Fundraising Campaign to Support Party Operations
The People’s National Party (PNP) has launched a nationwide fundraising campaign aimed at raising GHC2 million to support its operational and logistical needs, including settling outstanding rent for its regional and district offices. The initiative was approved at a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Sunday, July 21, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the party's grassroots...
Betway Ghana brings solar power to Ballagonnor
The community of Ballagonnor in the Ga South Municipality has received a significant boost in energy access with the installation of solar-powered charging stations, donated by Betway Ghana under its Power Up initiative. The intervention brings long-awaited relief to residents who, for years, have lived without electricity despite being situated within the Greater Accra Region. The community has never been connected...
Stefanos Tsitsipas splits with Goran Ivanisevic following slam struggles
Stefanos Tsitsipas has ended his partnership with Goran Ivanisevic just weeks after joining forces, bringing a swift and turbulent coaching chapter to a close. The former world No. 3 confirmed the split in a heartfelt Instagram post, describing the experience as “brief but intense” and expressing gratitude for Ivanisevic’s effort and energy. The parting comes on the heels of a...
Appointments Committee to vet final batch of Deputy Minister nominees on July 25
Parliament’s Appointments Committee is set to vet four deputy ministerial nominees on Friday, July 25, in what will mark the final round of assessments for President John Mahama’s deputy ministerial appointments. The nominees scheduled to appear before the committee are: James Gyakye Quayson, MP for Assin North – nominated as Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration Dorcas Affo-Toffey,...
AT CEO urges students to embrace AI and Tech skills at TEDxUCC Career Fair
The Chief Executive Officer of AT, Leo Skarlatos, has urged students to embrace technology and artificial intelligence (AI) as vital tools for building future-ready careers in an increasingly digital world. Addressing a full auditorium at this year’s TEDxUniversity of Cape Coast (TEDxUCC) career fair, themed “Future-Ready: Skills for a Changing World,” Mr. Skarlatos offered a candid assessment of how the...
