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‘There is no GH¢3 banku in East Legon’ – Concerned Ghanaian laments

A concerned Ghanaian living in East Legon has lamented the cost of food in recent times. According to him, the prices of food and other commodities have seen significant hikes in the past few months. He said a ball of ‘banku’ which formerly cost between GH¢1 and GH¢3 currently costs GH¢5, a situation he described as worrying. In an interaction …

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COCOBOD defends syndicated loan position

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has defended its decision to move away from syndicated external borrowing, the reasons for which have sparked a heated debate. In a statement issued, COCOBOD Chief Executive Officer, Joseph Boahene Aidoo rejected claims made by the Minority in parliament which argued that the cocoa regulator had failed to get assurances for funding and has subsequently …

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Military deployed to Mion and Kulkpeni amid tensions over new market

The military has been deployed to Mion and Kulkpeni communities in the Northern Region to address tensions following the alleged illegal opening of a market by the Konkombas in Kulkpeni. The intervention came on Saturday, August 17, to prevent escalation of violence. Tensions began after a communal clash in Zogbei, Mion District, two weeks ago, which resulted in over seven …

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