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Management of Tonyx Hotel in Koforidua has expressed its heartfelt condolences to the family of a nine-year-old Trinity School pupil who tragically drowned in the hotel’s swimming pool. In a statement addressing the incident, the hotel’s management acknowledged the public concerns and assured patrons of their unwavering commitment to safety …

During President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s final State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Friday, January 3, 2025, a concerning incident occurred when one of the President’s personal bodyguards, Colonel Isaac Amponsah, collapsed while standing guard in the chamber. The collapse occurred shortly after President Akufo-Addo began delivering his …

Who are Ghana’s first-time MPs with big wins in the 9th parliament?   In a democracy as dynamic as Ghana’s, parliamentary elections are often a test of leadership renewal and political evolution. The 2024 parliamentary elections saw the emergence of a new wave of first-time Members of Parliament (MPs) who …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is scheduled to present his final State of the Nation Address to Parliament on Friday, January 3, 2025, prior to the dissolution of the 8th Parliament. This address, as stipulated by Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, serves as the President’s concluding report on the …

The Ghana Education Service (GES) says the reopening date for Senior High Schools remains unchanged despite the request by CHASS for a postponement of reopening. The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) a few weeks ago addressed the Ministry of Education, and warned that a failure to address …

The Ministry of National Security has issued a directive prohibiting the operation of drones during the presidential inaugural ceremony scheduled for January 7, 2025. The restriction will be strictly enforced at Black Star Square or Independence Square and surrounding areas, ensuring the safety and security of dignitaries, guests, and the …

The Koforidua High Court in the Eastern Region has granted an interim injunction against the swearing-in of Ernest Kumi as the Member of Parliament-elect for the Akwatia constituency. Mr Kumi was declared the winner by the Electoral Commission (EC) three weeks ago, following a dispute between the two main contesting …

The National Council of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially confirmed its leadership structure for the 9th Parliament, signaling the party’s strategy to manage legislative affairs in the upcoming session. The newly appointed leadership lineup includes: Alexander Afenyo-Markin as Minority Leader. Patricia Apiagyei as Deputy Minority Leader. Frank Annoh-Dompreh …

The government has declared Tuesday, January 7, 2025, as a public holiday to mark Constitution Day. Constitution Day as a new Public Holiday, was observed for the first time in Ghana in 2019. The day was declared as a holiday under Section 2 of the Public Holiday Act, 2001 (Act …

This page offers a comprehensive list of all the public holidays in Ghana for 2025, including memorial days and statutory holidays. Use this helpful tool to plan your year in advance! The Ministry of the Interior has released the official list of statutory public holidays and commemorative days for the …