In the realm of agriculture, sustainable practices and cost-effective solutions are crucial for the success of smallholder farmers. GanaFert, an innovative startup, is revolutionizing the fertilizer industry by converting crop waste and animal droppings into an eco-friendly and affordable fertilizer specifically designed for smallholder farmers. With a mission to uplift …
Read More »TOR Board Chairman David Adomako Resigns
The Board Chairman of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), David Adomako, has resigned from the board. In a letter to the presidency, Mr. Adomako cited recent developments at the refinery for his decision to resign. In recent times, TOR workers, led by the General Transport Petroleum and Chemical Workers Union …
Read More »Inflation Jumps To 23.5%
Ghana’s inflation witnessed a marginal uptick from 23.2 to 23.5 percent for January 2024. This marks a reversal of the consecutive declines recorded between July and December 2023. This slight acceleration in consumer prices is attributable to the increase in non-food inflation drivers, mainly accommodation, electricity and clothing. …
Read More »Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Applauds Bawumia Over Flat Rate Tax Policy
The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has expressed its appreciation to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Vice President and NPP Flagbearer, for his vision and policy recommendations presented at the New Vision for Ghana lecture. The association responded to Bawumia’s address with enthusiasm and assurance about his resolve to use compliance …
Read More »Here Are The Prominent Economists Given Bawumia Thumbs Up On His Vision For Ghana
Some experts have given Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia a thumbs up for his delivery in his address to the nation on Wednesday (7 February). The address on the theme “Ghana’s next chapter; selfless leadership and bold solutions for the future”, proffered some bold solutions to the challenges facing the country, …
Read More »Ghana Card To Replace Passport Under My Tenure – Dr. Bawumia Affirms
Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, says that when he is elected into office in 2024, Ghana Card holders will no longer need to apply separately for a passport. According to him, cardholders will merely pay for the passport application fee via electronic transfer, specifically mobile …
Read More »Gov’t Finally Suspends Implementation Of 15% VAT On Electricity
The planned implementation of the 15 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) on domestic consumption of electricity has been suspended officially by the government. Both the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) have thus been directed by the Ministry of Finance to put the charging …
Read More »VIDEO: Cedis Depreciation Under NPP Is Lower Than What We Inherited From NDC, Says Bawumia
The current economic data shows that the economy is recovering from the crisis, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has said. He recounted that inflation has dropped from 54 percent to 23 percent in this December 2023. “Economic growth is rebounding, spending is under control,” he said in his address on …
Read More »VIDEO: Tensions Brew At Asante Akim Agogo Over Closure Of Salt FM By NCA
In accordance with information that MyGhanaMedia.com is privy to, Salt 95.9 FM, which is based in Agogo in the Asante Akim North District of the Ashanti Region, has reportedly shut down. According to a notice from the NCA, the radio station was shut down for failing to renew its …
Read More »Govt To Ban Importation of 142 Drugs; Pharmacy Associations Oppose
The Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy and the Pharmaceutical Importers and Wholesalers Association of Ghana have jointly expressed concerns regarding the Ministry of Health’s proposed import ban on 142 drugs. While not rejecting the idea of restrictions, the pharmacists are urging a careful and thorough approach to prevent unintended consequences …
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