Dr. George Smith-Graham, the Acting CEO of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), is calling for an hourly pay system in Ghana. He believes this will help casual and low-income workers earn more and get fair treatment. Dr. Smith-Graham made this suggestion on Friday, May 16, 2025. He spoke during a visit by the […]
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In a sweeping and highly coordinated operation, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) launched a boldcity-wide crackdown in Accra on Friday, targeting undocumented migrants and street beggars in what isbeing described as one of the largest public order exercises in recent years. The operation, which covered hotspots such as Kaneshie, Abossey Okai, Lapaz, Adenta, and MadinaJunction,
Barcelona has once again etched its name in football history, clinching the 2024-25 La Liga title with a commanding 2-0 victory over Espanyol. This triumph marks their 28th league title, a testament to their dominance in Spanish football. Under the leadership of Hansi Flick, the Blaugrana navigated a season filled with challenges, emerging victorious through
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Founded in 1960, GOIL began as a private enterprise named AGIP Ghana Company Limited, with major shareholders being AGIP SPA of Italy and SNAM S.P.A. It took over from the marketing outfit of AGIP PETROLI, a subsidiary that was established in Ghana in 1960. It was initially founded as a company producing fossil fuel products such as
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Two new cases of Mpox have been confirmed in Accra, within the Greater Accra Region. The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has asked all Regional Health Directors to reactivate emergency operations. They are also to improve surveillance, risk communication, and case management. Since the start of the outbreak in June 2022, Ghana has confirmed a total
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Six individuals have been convicted by the High Court in Tamale for their involvement in a payroll corruption scandal within the Ghana Education Service (GES). The case involved ghost names and illegal salary payments. The convicted persons include former teachers, payroll officers, headmasters, and an accountant. They played different roles in fraudulently validating and reactivating
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The Western North Regional Health Directorate is raising concern over mental health in the area. A recent survey shows that 3.8% of residents suffer from mental disorders. The Bibiani Government Hospital has launched activities to mark Mental Health Awareness Month. This is part of the national “Purple Month” campaign. The goal is to raise awareness,
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A five-member committee set up by President John Mahama will start hearings today, Thursday, 15th May, to look into petitions calling for the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo. The committee is led by Supreme Court Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang and was formed under Article 146(6) of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. It was
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Fuel prices in Ghana are expected to decline at the pumps starting Friday, May 16, 2025. This is due to the strengthening of the Ghana cedi and falling prices of refined petroleum products on the global market. According to the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), the appreciation of the local currency has significantly contributed
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President John Mahama has pardoned Sammy Gyamfi after a video showed him giving U.S. dollars to evangelist Nana Agradaa. Gyamfi is the acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board. The video went viral and caused public anger. Many said his actions broke Ghana’s Foreign Exchange Act and rules for public officials. Civil society groups and
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