The National Labour Commission (NLC) is expected to meet with the leadership of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) over the latter’s strike. CETAG has been on strike since August 1, following the government’s failure to implement the agreed terms of their conditions of service. Despite the Commission’s repeated calls for the group to suspend the strike, …

Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, a cousin of the president, has responded to his alleged involvement in the controversial Agyapa Deal, which the government abandoned in 2020 due to political opposition and criticism from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). In a tweet dated August 15, 2023, Gabby expressed his thoughts on the matter. He criticized the CSOs that had taken the deal to a …

Students of the Jasikan College of Education in the Oti region have complained bitterly about the unhealthy and insufficient food they are fed with on a daily basis. The students bemoaned the unhealthy food they have been eating since the beginning of the year, citing that the school’s management has been feeding them porridge without the necessary accompaniments, such as …

In a recent GhanaWeb poll concerning the forthcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) superdelegates congress, online participants have voiced their preferences for the top five contenders they believe should vie for the flagbearership role. Conducted from Monday, August 7, 2023, to Friday, August 11, 2023, the poll garnered engagement from an impressive 70,000+ participants. The question posed was: “Who would you choose as …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ayawaso West Wuogon has alleged that the incumbent Member of Parliament for the area, Lydia Seyram Alhassan, is diverting the district assembly’s common fund to finance her political endeavors. According to the NDC, the purpose of the fund, which is intended to address developmental needs within the constituency, is being disregarded. Bismark Aborbi Aryitey, the …

In 2022, Ghana experienced a significant trade imbalance, as highlighted by the inaugural Trade Vulnerability Report published by the Ghana Statistical Service. According to the report, Ghana’s imports surpassed its exports by GH₵‎4.5 billion, underscoring a substantial economic challenge. The most striking contrast emerged in September, during which imports surpassed exports by over GHS4 billion. “In nine out of the 12 …

Henry Quartey, the Greater Accra Regional Minister, has criticized Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in Accra for their inadequate efforts in addressing issues of indiscipline and poor conditions within the city. Quartey’s “Let’s Make Greater Accra Work” initiative was introduced to improve road indiscipline, sanitation, and security in Accra. However, despite his policies and efforts, the city’s conditions …

The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC) has expressed concern about the unregulated activities of freight tricycles (aboboyaa) and rickshaws (pragyia) within the Central Business District (CBD) and major streets of Accra. The GARCC noted that this situation has led to severe traffic congestion, disorderly parking, and violations of traffic regulations. Consequently, there is a need to impose regulations on …

The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has said that its members will continue to be on strike even if their strike results in salary cuts. The President of CETAG, Prince Obeng Himah, said that they won’t be surprised if the government attempted to cut off their salaries during the strike period. CETAG members from all 46 training …

President Akufo-Addo’s aspiration to eventually rechristen the University of Ghana, Legon as JB Danquah University is poised to encounter formidable opposition. This anticipation is well-founded, given that certain Ghanaians have already expressed their discontent with the proposed name alteration, citing various reasons. During the University of Ghana’s 75th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service on August 11, 2023, President Akufo-Addo unveiled his intent to rename Ghana’s …