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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a key player in global finance, offering monetary assistance to governments suffering economic difficulties. However, these loans from the IMF can have deep and varied effects on their economy. These effects are felt in some parts of Africa, particularly in regions where the debt …

The spokesperson of “The New Force,” Ms. Shalimar Abbiusi, has allegedly been arrested by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB). Ghanaians in the last few weeks have witnessed the appearance of giant billboards showcasing “The New Force”. According to the group, Ms. Abbiusi was summoned for a discussion on Monday, December …

An emerging political movement, New Force, has raised concerns about the arrest of its spokesperson Shalimar Abbiusi. The group says Ms. Abbiusi, responsible for New Force’s diaspora and diplomatic engagements, was initially invited for a discussion on Monday, December 4, 2023, but has not been released since. Ms Abbiusi was …

The government has announced the suspension of the Export and Import Regulations 2023 Bill, halting its planned implementation after facing significant opposition. The Legislative Instrument seeks to restrict the importation of 22 selected strategic goods such as rice, Guts, bladders and stomach of animals, Poultry, Animal and Vegetable Oil, Margarine …

The Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa Dankwah, has noted that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) is well aware of the decline in the party’s support. His remark is in response to the question of whether the NPP should consult the pollsters or just ignore the polls. “Their supporters …

Ghana’s Parliament has approved the 2024 Budget Statement and economic Policy. This decision came after the Speaker conducted a headcount on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The budget itself was presented on Wednesday, November 15, by Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta. The headcount, conducted today, was initially resisted by Majority Leader Osei …

Football legend, Abedi Pele, has opened up about how his sons, Jordan and Andre Ayew, are treated by Ghanaians when playing for the senior national team, the Black Stars. The 1993 Champions League winner with Marseille believes it was the same treatment he experienced during his playing days. Jordan and …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has made it clear to the Government of Ghana that it cannot impose or intensify import restrictions for balance of payments purposes. This is an agreement contained in the IMF bailout package which has pledged to support Ghana’s balance of payment with some $3 billion …

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced the opening of nominations for the party’s parliamentary primaries election for constituencies with incumbent Members of Parliament on Wednesday, December 20. The decision was made at the NPP’s National Executive Committee and National Council meeting held on Wednesday, December 6 at the Alisa …

The National Communications Authority (NCA) says the sale and operation of Starlink in Ghana is illegal. Starlink is a satellite-based internet service provider that provides connectivity to underserved areas, as well as competitively priced service in more urbanised areas. According to the Authority, Starlink has neither been licensed in Ghana …