Asake & H.E.R. Join Forces for the Remix of “Lonely At The Top” | Listen Here
Fresh off the heels of his Grammy nomination, Asake has once again taken the music world by storm with the release of the remix of his chart-topping single, “Lonely At The Top“. This time, he joins forces with the Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter, H.E.R., in an extraordinary collaboration that is sure to leave a lasting impression. Building upon the original version’s infectious energy, the remix...
Government waives taxes on locally produced sanitary pads
Finance Minister,Ken Ofori-Atta has disclosed that as part of moves to promote menstrual hygiene and affordability, all locally produced sanitary pads would now be zero-rated. “Mr. Speaker, further to the above, the following reliefs have been prioritised for implementation: Extend zero rate of VAT on locally manufactured African prints for two (2) more years; Waive import duties on the import...
Cedi’s stability reflects positive impact of robust economic activities – Finance Minister
The Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has said that the Cedi has stabilized against the dollar since early 2023 with a year-to-date, cumulative depreciation of 25.7 percent compared to 54.1 percent over the same period in 2022. Specifically, he said, the Cedi has only depreciated by 6.4 percent on a cumulative basis since February 2023 compared to 53.9 percent over the...
West Blue Ghana sues AG, GRA over termination of GH¢289m contract
West Blue Ghana Limited has filed a lawsuit against the Attorney-General (AG) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at the Commercial Division of the High Court in Accra over the termination of the National Single Window and Integrated Risk Management System (NSW) contract, amounting to over GH¢289 million. The company entered into a contract with the government of Ghana on...
ITA, Italian Embassy celebrate 8th Italian Cuisine in Week in Ghana
The Italian Embassy in Ghana has commemorated the eighth edition of Italian Cuisine Week through an exquisite dinner event. The occasion featured a presentation of gourmet Italian recipes paired with wines hailing from all twenty wine-producing regions of Italy. Organized in partnership with the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the Italian Cuisine Week has proven to be an invaluable diplomatic tool, offering...
Do you know these 10 facts about Burna Boy?
Born on July 2, 1991, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, better known by his stage name Burna Boy, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer.He became well-known in 2012 when he released the lead single from his first studio album, L.I.F.E. (2013), “Like to Party.” Burna Boy signed with Warner Music Group worldwide and Bad Habit/Atlantic Records in the U.S. in...
Kuranchie’s suit against John Mahama’s presidential bid dismissed
The Supreme Court (SC) yesterday asked the Editor of the Daily Searchlights Newspaper, Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie to find a master and learn his legal trade. Justice Yonni Kulendi, a member of the seven panel of judges that presided over gave this advice to Mr Kuranchie, who filed a suit asking the court to stop former President John Mahama from...
2024 Budget: Growth strategy to impact youth
The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, will today present to Parliament the 2024 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of the government. It will be the penultimate budget of the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo-led government and first, since Ghana reached an agreement with the International Monetary Fund for a US$3 billion credit facility. The presentation is in pursuance of Article 179(1) of...
Rema Reigns Supreme at His 02 Arena “Ravage Uprising” Concert
Nigeria’s globetrotting Afrobeats superstar Rema unlocked a new and stunning level at his “Ravage Uprising” 02 Arena show in London on November 14, 2023. Performing in front of the sold-out 20,000 capacity of the iconic arena, Rema opened his act with a dramatic entrance of him clad in a mask and black ensemble, atop a stationary horse, and performing his latest hit,...
AFRO B Drops Music Video of “WO WO WO (EBONY)” feat. RICH THE KID & RIMZEE
Afro B, the Afrowave pioneer of viral hit "Drogba (Joanna)" has released the music video of "Wo Wo Wo (Ebony)" - his latest international link up with US trap sensation Rich The Kid, and UK rap heavyweight Rimzee. This release marks a thrilling cross-continental collaboration - watch Wo Wo Wo (Ebony). Afro B, the Ivorian vocalist and DJ widely regarded...
