March, 2024

• 8 March

  My son probably knew where he was going and was happy – John kumah’s dad

  

  Father of late Ejisu Member of Parliament (MP), John Kumah, has said he believes his son is in a good and happy place. According to him, his son had returned home to participate in the 67th Independence Day celebration on March 6, 2024. However, Dr Kumah, who was also a Deputy Finance Minister took ill and couldn’t go about his duty …

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• 8 March

  John Kumah’s death is painful, and unbelievable – Ofori-Atta

  

  Former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, has described the death of Dr. John Kumah as painful and unbelievable.   The former Finance Minister explained that he was surprised by the development because “we had spoken just this Sunday [March 3, 2024], when he called to check up on me and how I was doing and even the way forward”. Mr. …

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• 8 March

  UK Sixteenth Council pays tribute to John Kumah

  

  The UK Sixteenth Council has joined scores of Ghanaians in mourning the late Deputy Finance Minister, Dr John Kumah. In a release signed by its Executive Chairman, Dr Brian Reuben, the Council said it received the news of Dr Kumah’s death as shocking. The Council was proud of his immense contribution to the country and his selfless service to constituents. Dr. …

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• 8 March

  Roads Minister hints at reintroducing road tolls in “digitised” form 

  

  The Minister of Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, says his ministry has commenced talks with stakeholders about restoring road toll collecting in the country.  He said that if tolls were to be brought back, they would be digitised and automated.  The Minister disclosed this during an inspection of the state of deterioration of some sections of the Accra-Kumasi Highway at Dadieso …

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• 8 March

  Parliament approves $300m loan after Amin Adam intervenes over $449m tax waiver

  

  Parliament has approved a $300 million loan from the World Bank, aimed at supporting the First Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing. This funding is crucial for facilitating the government’s implementation of outlined policies in the 2024 Budget. Initially met with opposition from the minority, who conditioned their support on the government withdrawing its request for a tax waiver exceeding $449 …

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• 8 March

  MPs lament sorry state of former lawmakers as they warn colleagues to take cue

  

  Members of parliament have lamented the poor conditions under which some former lawmakers are living driving them to death. The MPs have consequently warned their colleagues to take a cue and prepare adequately for their exit from the chamber. In a contribution to statements to pay tribute to the late former MP for KpandaiLikpalimor Kwajo Tawiah and the former Ayawaso North …

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• 8 March

  I am against same-sex relationships but I don’t make homosexuals feel less human – Okoe Boye

  

  Health Minister designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, has reiterated his stance against same-sex relationships while affirming his commitment to treating LGBTQ+ individuals with respect and dignity. However, he emphasized the importance of not alienating or dehumanizing LGBTQ+ individuals, highlighting his professional duty as a doctor to provide care without discrimination. Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye said: “I am a follower of Christ, I am not someone …

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• 8 March

  Taxes on dialysis consumables should be removed – Okoe-Boye

  

  Health Minister designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, is advocating for the removal of taxes on dialysis consumables to ease the financial burden on renal patients in Ghana. His call comes after recent fee hikes for dialysis treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital raised concerns about the affordability of care for patients. Some patients have tragically died due …

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• 8 March

  13th African Games: Ghana Women’s table tennis team eliminated

  

  By Wilhelmina Oddoye The Ghanaian women’s table tennis team has been eliminated from the table tennis women’s team event of the 2024  African Games. The Black Loopers fell short following a 2-3 defeat against South Africa in the quarter-final stage at the Accra International Conference Centre on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The Ghanaian female trio comprising Baah-Danso, Cynthia Kwabi and …

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• 8 March

  Celebrating Women’s Achievement: Some Female Lawyers Breaking Barriers

  

  By: Angelina Tukpe As Ghana joins the rest of the world to celebrate International Women’s Day today March 8th 2024, it is important to recognize the significant contributions of women in the legal field. This year’s theme, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” is particularly fitting as we highlight the extraordinary journey of female lawyers who are leading the way towards …

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