July, 2024

• 8 July

  VRA prepares for potential Akosombo Dam spillage, engages stakeholders

  

  The Volta River Authority (VRA) has hinted at plans to engage relevant stakeholders regarding the potential controlled spillage of excess water from the Akosombo Dam. This precautionary measure aims to maintain the structural integrity of the dam and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. In a notice signed by VRA’s Deputy Chief Executive in Charge of Services, Ing. Ken Arthur, …

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• 8 July

  Lady nabbed while attempting to steal GH¢40k from mobile money vendor

  

  A young lady believed to be in her twenties was caught by some residents of Nkawkaw for attempting to make away with GH¢40,000 she stole from a mobile money vendor. The lady, under the pretext of withdrawing funds, sneakily snatched the money and hid it in her side bag. She immediately attempted to leave the scene, unbeknownst that her actions …

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• 8 July

  Suspend 5% excise tax on finished plastics – NASPAWAP tells gov’t

  

  The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) has aligned with plastic manufacturers in urging the government to indefinitely suspend the recently imposed 5 per cent excise tax on finished plastics. The association warns that this tax would significantly burden consumers. In a statement, NASPAWAP highlighted the substantial price increases in bottled and sachet water since January 2024, …

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• 8 July

  Nobody serving in my gov’t will be allowed to buy state asset – Mahama

  

  The flagbearer of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has announced a stringent new policy in a move to tackle the controversial issue of state asset acquisition by government officials. Speaking to journalists in Accra on Sunday,7 July 2024, Mr. Mahama committed to a zero-tolerance approach, vowing that no public office holder under his administration would …

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• 8 July

  569,095 candidates begin 2024 BECE today

  

  A total of 569,095 candidates are expected to take the weeklong 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) which starts today, July 8. The candidates are expected to write English Language on July 8 and finish with Arabic by Monday, July 15, 2024. The examination would take in 2,123 centres nationwide with 2,123 supervisors, 1,889 assistant supervisors, and 19,973 invigilators to …

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• 6 July

  Culture is critical for national Development, Okyeame Kwame says at UniMAC lecture

  

  Legendary Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame, known for his thought-provoking lyrics and fusion of African cultural elements in his music videos shared his insights on the intersection of art, culture, and identity in a class lecture organised by Daniel Obeng Acquah, a lecturer at the Department of Integrated Social Sciences, UniMAC-IJ in his introduction to African world and Development class. The …

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• 5 July

  IGP leaked tape: Speaker gags MPs

  

  The Speaker of Parliament, Mr  Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has issued a gag order prohibiting all Members of Parliament from publicly commenting on the IGP leaked tape report. This directive follows disagreements among committee members over the final report. During Thursday’s parliamentary proceedings, the Speaker instructed the parliamentary ad-hoc committee, which is investigating the alleged plot to remove Inspector General …

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• 5 July

  CAF fines Samuel Eto’o $200k

  

  Samuel Eto’o Fils, President of the Cameroon Football Association and former striker for Barcelona and Chelsea, has been fined $200,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Eto’o was under investigation for alleged match manipulation and violations of football ethics and integrity. Although the CAF Disciplinary Committee found no substantial evidence of match manipulation, they determined that Eto’o’s ambassadorial role …

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• 4 July

  Kumasi Airport drivers mad at GHS5 entry fee

  

  Scores of drivers and customers visiting the refurbished Kumasi International Airport also known as Agyemang Prempeh I International Airport in the Ashanti Region have expressed frustration over the increased entry fee at the airport terminal. Affected customers have taken to social media to display receipts showing a GHS 5 fee for entering the terminal. They noted that the rate used …

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• 4 July

  Boycott of Deputy Trade Minister-designate’s vetting regrettable – Majority

  

  The Majority Caucus in Parliament has expressed concern over the Minority Caucus’ decision to boycott the vetting of the Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry designate. The Majority describes the Minority’s absence from the vetting process as regrettable. They emphasized the need for uninterrupted governance, especially given the current national challenges. In a statement, the Majority highlighted the government’s commitment …

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