Category: Ghana
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Travel Blogger Akesse Sanza Raises Concerns Over Utilization of Nana Agyeman Prempeh I International Airport
Ghanaian travel blogger Akesse Sanza has sparked a conversation on social media about the future and utilization of Nana Agyeman Prempeh I International Airport, formerly known as Kumasi Airport. In a thought-provoking post, Sanza questioned whether the airport’s current operations align with the significant investments made in its infrastructure and expansion. “Are we leaving Kumasi…
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Stonebwoy’s Road Manager Robbed at Gunpoint
Dancehall musician Stonebwoy has revealed that his road manager, Chief Stylz, was recently robbed at gunpoint. In a GTV interview, Stonebwoy described the unsettling incident, which occurred after he had parted ways with Chief Stylz and another friend. According to Stonebwoy, the attack took place as Chief Stylz was leaving a friend’s home. Two armed…
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U.S. Court Orders Ghana to Pay $111 Million to GPGC
The Ghanaian government has been ordered to pay $111,493,828.92, along with post-judgment interest, by a District of Columbia Court in the United States. This ruling comes after Ghana ignored a prior tribunal decision from the United Kingdom. The dispute arose after Ghana terminated a power purchase agreement with GPGC on February 18, 2018. On January…
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Government Reveals Challenges in Pwalugu Dam Project Construction
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) government has acknowledged significant challenges in the Pwalugu Dam project, a key infrastructure initiative in Ghana. In an interview on State of Affairs with Lantam Papanko on GHOne TV, the government admitted that the project, aimed at improving infrastructure, has faced delays and difficulties. Lantam Papanko noted that the project…
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$3M Africa Games Coverage: Sports Ministry Provides Detailed Clarification on GBC Contract
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has provided a detailed clarification regarding the $3.6 million payment made to the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for its role in broadcasting the 13th African Games held in Accra earlier this year. The clarification comes after a controversy emerged following comments by Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif,…
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Sugarcane Farmers in Central Region Threaten Protest Over Market Issues
Sugarcane farmers in Ghana’s Central Region are threatening to protest due to issues with the Komenda Sugar Factory and the Ministry of Trade and Industry. They claim that after being encouraged to expand their farms, they have not received promised market opportunities. The National Chairman of the Sugarcane Farmers Association, Samuel Mensah, expressed frustration after…
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McBrown Opens Up About Her Father: “We’re Good Now Despite a Distant Past”
Actress Nana Ama McBrown has shared insights into her relationship with her father during a recent episode of Onua Showtime on Onua TV. Reflecting on her past, McBrown revealed that she did not have a relationship with her father while growing up, but has since come to terms with their connection. “Growing up, I didn’t…
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Alberta Obinim, 43, Identified as Stabbing Victim in Manchester*
Alberta Obinim, a 43-year-old woman, has been identified as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Manchester. The incident occurred around 11:20 p.m. on Sunday, August 18 2024 on Barnard Road in Gorton. Greater Manchester Police have taken a 22-year-old male into custody on suspicion of murder. The attack also left two others injured: a…
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Fella Makafui Reflects on Life’s Challenges and Growth on Her Birthday*
As Fella Makafui celebrates her birthday, she has opened up about the profound challenges she has faced over the past year, describing 2024 as a period that has tested her deeply. The actress and entrepreneur took to social media to share her reflections on a turbulent year marked by her high-profile divorce from Medikal. In…
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VAT on Electricity May Be Reintroduced as Inflation Eases
The suspended 15 percent value-added tax (VAT) on electricity in Ghana might be reintroduced as the country experiences a steady decline in inflation rates. According to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), annual inflation dropped to 20.9 percent in July, the lowest in 28 months, marking a significant decrease from the 22.8 percent recorded in June…
