The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced fees for Ghana Card services at designated registration centres. A notice shared on the NIA’s official Facebook page on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, outlines the charges for various services, including first-time registration, card replacement and record updates. According to the notice, first-time registration …
Read More »ECG Warns Of Widespread Meter Tampering, Vows Legal Action
The Electricity Company of Ghana has raised concerns over an alarming rate of meter tampering across the country, leading to a surge in technical losses for the company. Addressing the concern at a press conference on Monday, February 3, the company revealed that in Dansoman alone, approximately 10% of the …
Read More »Mahama Terminates Appointment of Rev Daniel Tetteh As Director-General of SEC; Avedzi Takes Over
President John Dramani Mahama has relieved Rev. Daniel Ogbarmey Tetteh of his duties as Director-General of the Ghana Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The directive was communicated through an official letter signed by the Executive Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama. Rev. Ogbarmey Tetteh has been directed to hand …
Read More »Article: Can Ghana’s Economy Be Reset? – Richard Hagan Writes
Ghana’s economy has been experiencing significant challenges, but with the recent elections in December 2024, there’s a new voting behavior that prioritizes economic improvement. Richard Hagan, an expert advisor on global economic strategies, has noted that Ghanaian voters have shifted their focus from personality-based to party-based preferences. He revealed that …
Read More »President Mahama Sets Up Seven-Member National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee
President John Dramani Mahama has set-up a seven-member National Economic Dialogue (NED) Planning Committee as part of his 120-day Social Contract with Ghanaians. The initiative aims to tackle Ghana’s pressing economic challenges and lay the foundation for sustainable development. The committee, chaired by renowned economist Dr. Ishmael Yamson, will organise …
Read More »Over 380 Diplomatic Passports Returned Following Presidential Recall Directive
Over 380 diplomatic passports have been returned following a presidential recall directive to enhance accountability and proper management of diplomatic passports. The directive, issued by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, required the return of all diplomatic and service passports issued under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) government. …
Read More »Ghana’s Young Innovators Shine At Robofest 2025 National Qualifiers
The halls of Christ the King in Accra buzzed with excitement this past Saturday as young robotics enthusiasts from across Ghana gathered for the highly anticipated Robofest 2025 National Qualifiers, organized by the Ghana Robotics Academy Foundation. This prestigious event, which determines the country’s representatives for the upcoming Robofest World …
Read More »Commissioner-General of GRA Resigns
The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Ms. Julie Essiam, has resigned. In a letter dated January 20, 2024, seen by Joy Business and addressed to the president through the Finance Minister designate, she expressed her gratitude to government for serving as Commissioner-General. “With the greatest depth of gratitude, …
Read More »A/R: 8 People Reportedly Dead In Clash Between Small-scale Miners And Soldiers Guarding AGA Obuasi Mine [VIDEO]
A violent clash between small-scale miners and military personnel guarding the AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Obuasi Mine has left eight people reportedly dead. Four vehicles were burnt in the confrontation in the Ashanti Regional town. The incident which occurred last night, has heightened tensions in the area. According …
Read More »Joseph Boahen Aidoo Resigns As CEO Of COCOBOD
The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo has officially stepped down from his position, effective January 7, 2025. His resignation follows a directive issued on January 13, 2025 regarding the cessation of all board memberships of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs). In a letter to President John …
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