2017

The Ghana Cocoa Coffee and Shea-nut Farmers Association (GCCSFA) has appealed to the government to bring back the Akuafo Cheque System to protect them from cheating by unscrupulous purchasing clerks. Receiving payment for cocoa sold to…

Far too often, the world views Africa through the prism of problems. When I look to Africa, I see a continent of hope, promise and vast potential. I am committed to building on those strengths and establishing a higher platform of…

A study has confirmed that access to credit and technology is deemed to increase crop yield among smallholder farmers in Africa. The study, which was supported by the United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa…

Otiko Afisa Djaba Ghana is determined at strengthening its efforts at eradicating poverty through increased investments in human development, social inclusion and insurance for the wellbeing and dignity of all citizens. Addressing…

The African Union has appointed Justice Bensaoula Chafika from Algeria and Justice Chizumila Rose Tujilane from Malawi to serve on the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights for a six-year period. The two replace Justice Fatsah…

The Jirapa District Health Directorate detected one suspected measles and two yellow fever cases last year. Specimen from the patients had been sent to Accra for testing and results yet to be received, Madam Phoebe Balagumyetime, the…

Fred Agbenyo The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disputed the allegation made by Vice President Alhaji Dr Mahamudu Bawumia that the ex-President John Dramani Mahama, approved $13.9 million for an official residence for the…

Mr Anthony Nyame-Baafi, the Director of Foreign Relations at the Ministry of Trade and Industry, has said the interest of the private sector would be at the forefront in negotiations of the Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (CFTA).…

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has vowed to stop all unauthorized operators in the hospitality industry. Mr. Fredrick Adjei-Rudolph, the Eastern Regional Manager, said they were determined to ensure that acceptable standards were…

The Police Domestic Violent and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) has expressed concern about the rising cases of child non-maintenance in the Ashanti Region. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Benjamin Dokurugu, the Regional Commander of…