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By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has called for stronger collaboration among member states of the Commonwealth of Nations to tackle climate change, economic uncertainty and emerging technological disruptions, as the country joined others to mark the 2026 Commonwealth Day. Speaking at a flag-raising ceremony in Accra to commemorate the celebration under the theme “Unlocking Opportunity Together for a Prosperous Commonwealth,” the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, said the Commonwealth must leverage its collective strength to address global challenges and expand opportunities for its nearly three billion citizens. “The world today is confronted by complex and interlinked challenges. The Commonwealth is,…
Chief Economist at the Public Initiative for Economic Development (PIED), Dr. Daniel Anim-Prempeh, has stated that Ghana’s economic recovery remains fragile and incomplete despite improvements in macroeconomic fundamentals.He cautioned the Government against any “premature celebration,” noting that the economy had not yet attained the resilience required for sustained growth.Speaking in an interview with the Ghana News Agency on current economic conditions, Dr. Anim-Prempeh urged the Government to leverage recent macroeconomic gains to accelerate growth, particularly in the manufacturing sector.Ghana’s economy has shown signs of stabilisation, including a decline in inflation from more than 50% in December 2022 to 3.8% in…
Ace Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, has stated that it would be impossible for her husband, Matthew Ekeinde, to leave her or their union. Naija News reports that Omotola, while speaking on the Afropolitan Podcast, said divorce has never been a consideration in her 30-year marriage. The movie attributed the success of their marriage to her husband’s selflessness, absence of ego, and the deep trust they share. According to Omotola, throughout their three decades together, she has never fought her husband over a girl, noting that she does not have such problems. She emphasised that marriage is a deeply personal matter,…
By Babafemi A. Badejo, Ph.D. I have observed the career of Rilwan Olatunji Disu for some time, and his emergence as the Acting Inspector-General of Police on February 25, 2026, did not come as a surprise to me. My analysis centres on Disu’s remarkable growth in broad academic knowledge across various important areas. These developments are crucial for transforming the Nigerian Police Force into the service it aspires to be, rather than the one it currently represents. No doubt, one of the greatest deceptions by the Federal Government in Nigeria is telling Nigerian citizens that the police is their friend.…
New Zealand squad for South Africa T20I series: Melie Kerr (C), Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Nensi Patel, Georgia Plimmer, Izzy Sharp, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Flora Devonshire**, Lea Tahuhu**, Bree Illing**,* Polly Inglis*. (*first two T20’s only, **last three T20’s only)
Kenya Airways has signed a unilateral codeshare partnership with US-based carrier -JetBlue, to strengthen East Africa-North America connectivity, expanding travel options between Nairobi and multiple US Cities. Through the agreement, Kenya Airways will place its flight code on JetBlue-operated routes from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to several destinations across the United States, including Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Orlando, Phoenix, San Francisco, Raleigh-Durban, West Palm Beach, San Juan, Fort Lauderdale and Atlanta. JetBlue, a leading US-based carrier in Queens-New York and known for competitive fares, extra legroom and free onboard Wi-Fi, brings a strong domestic network that complements…
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Plan International Ghana has officially launched a €1.36 million Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) project aimed at improving the lives of over 14,700 vulnerable individuals in Guan in the Oti Region and Wa East District in the Upper West Region. The €1.36m WASH project is the second phase of the Integrated Package for Sustainable Community Development (I-PADEV), and it will focus on 16 communities and 18 schools across the Guan and Wa East Districts. The project, according to the Project Manager of I-PADEV, Mr. William Domapielle, is designed to provide sustainable, solar-powered water systems and gender-responsive sanitation…
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed that since the outbreak of Mpox began in May 2025, the Ministry of Health, through the Ghana Health Service, has activated a coordinated multi-sectoral response aimed at interrupting transmission and protecting public health. He explained that while 880 cases had been confirmed as of November 25, 2025, the latest update as of March 3, 2026 shows that Ghana has recorded 1,038 confirmed cases and eight deaths. A total of 124 districts across all regions, representing 45.51%, have reported cases, with Greater Accra Region and Western Region being…
A farmer works on a field amid growing climate stress on Ghana’s agriculture. Climate variability has become one of the most destabilizing forces confronting Ghana’s agriculture sector, which contributes about 20 percent of GDP and employs more than a third of the national workforce. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, prolonged dry spells and shifting growing seasons are steadily eroding yields and confidence in farming. According to the Ghana Meteorological Agency and regional climate assessments, average temperatures in Ghana have increased by about 1°C over the past six decades, while rainfall patterns have grown increasingly unpredictable. The World Bank projects that without…
The Ghana chapter of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has inducted 130 new members into the profession, urging them to embrace technology and uphold strong ethical standards as the accounting industry evolves in the digital era. The ceremony, held in Accra on February 28, was organised under the theme “Accountancy Redefined: Shaping Future Skills” and marked the transition of the new professionals from students to full members of the global accounting body. Speaking at the event, Chairperson of the ACCA Ghana Network Panel, Carl Noble Doe Dei-Alorse, described the induction as both a celebration of academic success and…
The Police Command in Ondo State has confirmed the abduction of a council secretary and one other person at a poultry farm in Akure North Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, saying the victims were abducted on Monday morning at their farm along Kajola Road, Ilu-Abo. He identified the abducted persons as Joseph Kayode ‘M’ and Esther Akinlolu ‘F’. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Kayode is the Secretary of Okeluju Local Council Development Area in Akoko North-West Local Government Area. Jimoh said preliminary information available…
On a bright Saturday afternoon in Accra, the manicured grounds of the Accra Polo Club transformed into more than just a sporting venue. It became a meeting point for diplomacy, tourism and high-level business networking as Ghana’s corporate elite gathered for the South Africa Polo Experience. Organised by the South African High Commission in Ghana, the event brought together diplomats, executives, entrepreneurs and sports lovers in an atmosphere that blended thrilling polo action with strategic conversations about business and travel opportunities between Ghana and South Africa. scene from the Polo experience organized by the South Africa Government Polo ; often…
Former president Uhuru Kenyatta and wife, Margaret, make a rare public appearance at the lavish beach wedding of close associates in WatamuThe private ceremony drew attention for its elegance, with the bride in a pearl-embellished white gown and the former first couple showcasing understated but classy outfitsNetizens reacted online, praising the couple’s style and expressing excitement at seeing them enjoy a relaxed public moment togetherEver since leaving office, former president Uhuru Kenyatta has made only rare public appearances, usually at friends’ events or during national occasions such as the burial of the former prime minister Raila Odinga.Uhuru Kenyatta and his…
Crypto brokerage firm Blockchain.com said on Monday it is expanding into Ghana after recording more than 700 percent growth in transaction volumes in Nigeria over the past year, as the company steps up efforts to grow across Africa’s fast-rising digital asset market. The London-based company said Nigeria has become one of its fastest-growing markets globally since it launched retail operations there early last year. Blockchain.com built an operational base in Lagos and hired local staff, helping drive a surge in brokerage activity. The most traded digital assets on its platform in Nigeria include USDT, bitcoin and TRX, the company said.…
By Muyid Deen Suleman, GNA Ankaase (Ash), March 09, GNA – Inguinal hernia represents a significant cause of morbidity in Ghana, frequently resulting in high emergency cases due to delays in treatment. Dr Godfred Owusu, General Surgeon at Ankaase Methodist Faith hospital, who stated this, said numerous hernia complications could be primarily attributed to lack of regular check-ups at hospitals and stressed the need for individuals to regularly visit healthcare facilities for assessment. He was speaking to the Ghana News Agency during a free screening and surgical treatment for some hernia patients at the facility at Ankaase in the Afigya-Kwabre South district of Ashanti. The exercise is being organized by the Methodist Health Trust to offer hernia treatment and intervention for…
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise has said that the emergence of domestic refining capacity in Nigeria will not automatically prevent fluctuations in petrol and other fuel prices, warning that local refineries remain exposed to movements in the global crude oil market. The position was contained in a policy brief issued on Monday by the Chief Executive Officer of CPPE, Dr. Muda Yusuf, who explained that crude oil pricing dynamics in the global market continue to determine refinery production costs irrespective of where refining takes place. The organisation stated that “while local refining can improve supply stability, it…
Photo: Türkiye in Mozambique/FacebookSouth Africa has won $350 million in World Bank funding for a credit-guarantee vehicle designed to boost private investment in infrastructure and accelerate the rollout of its transmission grid expansion. The vehicle, which will be hosted by the state-owned Development Bank of Southern Africa, will target an initial capitalization of $500 million and is expected to mobilize $10 billion in investment over the next decade. The facility “will support massive investments in transmission infrastructure,” Enoch Godongwana, South Africa’s finance minister, said in a joint statement with the World Bank on Friday. “We expect development partners to confirm…
Kenya’s treasury bond market has undergone a remarkable transformation in 2024-2025, evolving from a wholesale-dominated market primarily accessed by institutional investors to an increasingly retail-focused ecosystem where individual savers compete with banks and pension funds for government securities. Secondary market turnover exceeded KES 2 trillion by September 2025, surpassing the entire previous year’s trading volume and signaling a fundamental shift in investor participation patterns and market structure. This extraordinary growth reflects multiple converging factors: improved market infrastructure enabling retail access, attractive yields as the Central Bank’s easing cycle progressed, and a first-ever domestic bond buyback initiative executed by the National…
The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) is currently unable to process crude oil produced from Ghana’s offshore fields because it lacks the equipment required to refine the product to meet local fuel standards, the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition (Ghana) has disclosed. A Technical Adviser at the ministry, Dr. Yussif Sulemana, said the refinery does not have two critical processing units needed to refine crude from Ghana’s offshore oilfields, including the Jubilee Oil Field, TEN Oil Field and Sankofa Oil Field. Dr Sulemana made the disclosure during an interview on Citi FM on Monday, March 9, 2026, as tensions in…
Kwabena Mintah akandoh Ghana has confirmed 1,038 Mpox cases and eight deaths since a fresh outbreak began in May 2025, with the disease now present in 124 districts across all sixteen regions of the country, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has disclosed. Addressing Parliament on Monday in response to questions from Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minister said the Greater Accra and Western Regions have recorded the highest number of infections, and that deaths have occurred largely among persons with underlying health conditions. Ghana had recorded 880 confirmed cases by November 25, 2025. The figure has since risen to 1,038 as…
Australia and Ghana have launched a new research partnership aimed at strengthening climate-resilient agriculture and improving food security in the country. The initiative, known as the Africa-Australia Partnership for Climate Responsive Agriculture, was unveiled at an event hosted by the Australian High Commission in Ghana in Accra last week. The programme is being implemented in collaboration with Ghanaian institutions and is designed to support research and innovation that can help farmers adapt to the growing pressures of climate change while improving agricultural productivity. According to organisers, farmers in Ghana are already experiencing the effects of shifting weather patterns, including irregular…
The Securities and Exchange Commission and industry experts on Monday called for stronger participation of women in Nigeria’s capital market, stressing that female professionals play a critical role in strengthening financial institutions and expanding investor confidence. The call was made during the commemoration of International Women’s Day at the SEC headquarters in Abuja, where regulators and financial experts emphasised the need for greater female leadership, financial literacy and investment participation across the financial ecosystem. In his keynote address, the Director-General of the SEC, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, said women had consistently served as pillars of the Nigerian capital market and deserved…
Sri Lanka named former South African Test player Gary Kirsten as their new coach on Monday after Sanath Jayasuriya quit following the team’s early exit from the T20 World Cup.Sri Lanka Cricket said Kirsten would begin a two-year contract on April 15th, even though Jayasuriya’s contract was not set to expire until the end of June.Kirsten previously served as India coach from 2008 to 2011, and as South Africa coach from 2011 to 2013.His appointment was part of Sri Lanka’s “efforts to revamp the structure of the National High Performance Centre” responsible for training elite players, the board said in…
Monday 09th March, 2026 06:07 PM| By Kiprono Keileb Mumias East MP Peter Salasya during a past event. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/peter.eunice.509 Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has raised concerns over the slow implementation of key government reforms, highlighting how many policies fail to impact citizens’ daily lives. He says that while legislation is passed rapidly, the promised improvements often take a backseat, leaving ordinary Kenyans frustrated and uncertain. In a statement shared on X on Monday, March 9, 2026, Salasya noted that the transition to the Social Health Authority (SHA) has not delivered the…
World football governing body, FIFA, has placed a transfer ban on many clubs in Africa, including two Ghanaian football teams, Accra Hearts of Oak and Kennedy Somuah Agyapong’s Kenpong Football Academy for failing to settle their financial obligations to their respective workers. Hearts of Oak broke their contract with former technical director Rene Hiddink, which led them to the transfer ban. In a letter dated August 21, 2025, FIFA said the club had not complied with a decision that required them to pay the coach. According to FIFA, the ban will prevent Hearts of Oak and Kengpong Academy from registering…
Staroil Star Oil, one of Ghana’s largest oil marketing companies, has moved to reassure customers that it is not hoarding fuel ahead of an expected price change, attributing a temporary suspension of product lifting to a system outage at the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). In a public statement, the company said the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), the GRA’s electronic platform used for clearing petroleum imports, has been offline since Saturday, March 7, 2026. Star Oil said it will resume lifting petroleum products as soon as the system is restored. The clarification comes as public anxiety over fuel availability has…
PrideSpins has officially wrapped up one of its most exciting promotions yet, the Golden Draw, and the energy from the day is still fresh.After weeks of anticipation and more than 15,000 players taking part, 30 lucky winners emerged in a campaign that captured attention across Ghana.The live draw and prize presentation took place on Thursday, 26th February 2026, broadcast on Hitz FM, allowing thousands of listeners to follow every winning moment in real time.The atmosphere was electric from start to finish. Phones rang nonstop. Cheers filled the live studio.Some winners were completely speechless when they received the call. Others kept…
A landmark appellate ruling has thrown the Peoples Democratic Party into disarray, invalidating a critical convention and signaling a volatile path ahead for Nigeria’s primary opposition block. In a decision that reverberates far beyond the confines of the courtroom, a three-member appellate panel has unanimously invalidated the outcome of the recent Ibadan convention organized by the faction led by Turaki. The ruling is not merely a bureaucratic correction; it is a fundamental disruption of the party’s internal power hierarchy, casting a long shadow over its ability to consolidate ahead of the 2027 electoral cycle. For political observers, this verdict serves…
This allows Capitec to scale the service quickly with strong stability and lower operational costs. Terminals are centrally managed so new features and critical security updates can be deployed rapidly. Capitec, South Africa’s leading financial services group, has launched its in-branch Smart ID service in partnership with the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) . After a successful pilot, the service is now live in select branches, marking the start of a phased national rollout that will expand to 100 locations by mid-2026. Capitec clients can now apply for a Smart ID via dedicated in-branch Self-Service Terminals (SSTs) with no prior booking…
Kenya’s emerging green bond market represents a fascinating intersection of environmental sustainability, corporate financing, and investor value creation, where sustainability-focused instruments are attracting capital flows and supporting corporations’ access to domestic debt markets. While the broader corporate bond market remains underdeveloped, green bonds have carved out a distinctive niche, attracting investor enthusiasm and enabling sustainability-focused companies to raise capital on favorable terms. The paradigm represents an important learning laboratory for Kenya’s capital markets, demonstrating how market innovations can address both environmental challenges and corporate financing constraints. Understanding this development requires examining the ESG investor motivations, corporate sustainability strategies, and policy…
Things to do in Accra The formal ceremony was scaled back. The people showed up anyway. For the second consecutive year, Ghana’s Independence Day parade was held at the forecourt of Jubilee House rather than the iconic Black Star Square, a deliberate shift driven by fiscal prudence. Government figures indicate that hosting the celebration at Jubilee House cost approximately GH₵1.5 million, compared to an estimated GH₵15 million that would have been required for a full-scale event at the traditional venue. The grand formations of school children, military bands, and the sweeping spectacle of the parade grounds gave way to a…
Kwame Nkrumah poses with his presidential police motorcycle riders Sixty-nine years ago, the dream of the ‘Big Six’ and their compatriots came to pass and Ghana their beloved country, as an excited Kwame Nkrumah put it at the time, ‘is free forever.’ Many incidents preceded this landmark occasion, among them the boycott of European goods, the February 28, 1948 Osu Crossroads shooting incident and the looting that followed in Accra. The foregone and the arrest and detention of Kwame Nkrumah expedited the granting of independence, which was symbolised by the lowering of the Union Jack, the British flag at…
1 The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reiterated the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to a paperless port environment, pledging to deepen digital reforms. This was sequel to a high-level strategic meeting with the Director-General of the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), Princess Zahrah Audu. The collaboration aims to dismantle long-standing bureaucratic bottlenecks by integrating cutting-edge technology into cargo clearance, effectively repositioning Nigeria as a competitive hub for global trade. CGC Adeniyi stated this while receiving the Director-General of PEBEC at Customs House in Maitama, Abuja. During the meeting, Adeniyi explained that the Service had institutionalised…
For many South Africans, the words “tax-free” and “investment returns” rarely appear in the same sentence. Yet one simple timing decision could make a surprisingly big difference to your long-term savings. New insights from South Africa’s largest private asset manager, Ninety One, show that investors who contribute to their Tax-Free Savings Account at the start of the tax year can potentially earn more than R100,000 extra in tax-free returns compared with those who invest later. The difference comes down to one powerful concept: time. Why timing matters more than most people think A Tax-Free Savings Account, often called a TFSA,…
Kenyan businesses are set to incur higher shipping costs after companies introduced emergency fuel surcharges following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, which has been ongoing for more than a week. In their respective statements, Compagnie Maritime d’Affrètement – Compagnie Générale Maritime (CMA CGM) and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) have introduced additional charges for cargo moving to and from East Africa to cover rising fuel costs. “MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company will apply an Emergency Fuel Surcharge (EFS) to all cargo from Northern Europe (including the UK and Scanbaltic) to the Red Sea and East Africa. As from 16 March 2026 (BL…
Deputy Minister of Agriculture John Dumelo has called on Ghanaians to demonstrate greater patriotism by prioritising the consumption of food produced within the country. Speaking on Joy News during a discussion on Ghana’s food sovereignty 69 years after independence, Mr Dumelo said choosing locally grown foods could significantly strengthen the country’s agricultural economy. “Most importantly, I think we should be patriotic enough to consume what is Ghana-made. That is the underlying factor. If everyone gets up and says, look, tomorrow, we want to eat made in Ghana rice, or for the whole month of March, April, we want to eat…
By Jamiu Akande As Nigeria’s digital economy expands, the threats facing businesses and public institutions grow ever more complex. Over the past decade, Nigeria has made impressive strides in cybersecurity policy and regulation. Landmark initiatives—such as the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), the Cybercrime Act, and the National Cybersecurity Policy—have laid a strong foundation for data protection, legal compliance, and public awareness. NITDA has driven sector-specific guidelines, launched nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaigns, established CERT-NG, implemented data protection audits, and fostered partnerships with international bodies like Interpol and ECOWAS. Despite these achievements, the impact has been primarily policy-driven. Many Nigerian businesses—especially…
A new Bureau for Economic Research (BER) document calls for a new barometer to monitor economic activity. The report by Johan and Helanya Fourie said that South Africa needs to create a real-time barometer, a composite index, that goes beyond GDP.The paper said that a broken estimate of economic output can really hurt an economy, especially one that stands at a fork in the road.“The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index, published last week, shows that South African businesses are more upbeat about expected business conditions than they have been in a while. But will this be reflected in GDP statistics or…
The defection of Lurambi Member of Parliament Titus Khamala from the Orange Democratic Movement to the ruling United Democratic Alliance signals a profound realignment in Western Kenya’s volatile political landscape, casting a long shadow over the opposition’s future ahead of the 2027 General Election.Political tectonic plates in Western Kenya shifted dramatically this weekend as Lurambi MP Titus Khamala, a prominent figure in the region, announced his departure from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). The move, finalized after intense deliberations at his Shibuli residence, serves as the latest indicator of a deepening crisis within…
The Ada West District Assembly has begun implementing an institutional farming initiative aimed at promoting food production and self-reliance among residents.Mordjifa Tanihu Jerry John Foreigner Mills-Nkrumah, the Ada West District Chief Executive (DCE), said the programme is intended to encourage communities and institutions to engage in farming activities to strengthen food security.Speaking during the 69th Independence Day celebration at Sege on Friday, March 6, 2026, he disclosed that 50 bags of fertiliser had been distributed to support the initiative.According to him, the programme will also demonstrate to young people that economic prosperity can be achieved through productive work.“It is about…
Wia dis foto come from, PDP9 March 2026, 11:34 WATNew Informate 2 hours wey don passRead am in 4 minsDi Court of Appeal for Abuja don dismiss di appeal by one faction of di Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against di judgment of Justice James Omotosho of di Federal High Court wey order di Independent National Electoral Commission (Inec) make dem no recognise di result of di national convention wey di faction bin hold for Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025.All di three court of appeal justices wey consider di appeal rule say di appeal by Kabiru Turaki…
I’m A Celebrity South Africa is officially making its return — and ITV has finally revealed the All Stars on the line-up to head back into the jungle. After months of rumours, the broadcaster confirmed today (March 9) which familiar faces will be braving the Bushtucker Trials once again. Unlike the regular series, the All Stars version was pre-recorded last September, though the winner will still be chosen by viewers when the final airs live in 2026. Don’t miss a single story! Add us as a Preferred Source in Google for all your entertainment news It’s important to us that…
President William Ruto during the Presidential Assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, State House on March 9, 2026./PCSPresident William Ruto has defended the creation of Kenya’s National Infrastructure Fund, declaring that the initiative is not a gamble but a tested model aimed at transforming the country’s development path.Speaking during the signing of the National Infrastructure Fund Bill at State House, Nairobi, on Monday, the President said the fund is built on global best practices and will play a central role in driving economic growth.“Let me emphasize that the National Infrastructure Fund is not an experiment. It is a model that…
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Dr. Yussif Sulemana says Ghana has improved its petroleum storage capacity by about 20–30 percent (%) since 2025 through the rehabilitation of existing tanks and fuel depots. He explained that the current improvements have come mainly from repairs and the reactivation of previously non-functional storage infrastructure at the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) and depots operated by the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST). Speaking in an interview with Accra-based Citi Fm on Monday, March 9, 2026, the Technical Advisor at the Energy Ministry reiterated that the…
Ghanaian defender Oscar Naasei delivered another impressive performance for Granada CF in their 2-0 away win against Deportivo La Coruña. The 21-year-old came off the bench to play 34 minutes for the first time this season. Naasei had previously played the last 16 matches as a right-back but was deployed in his natural centre-back role during the encounter. The 1.85m tall defender helped Granada maintain control as they secured all three points on the road. Despite starting on the bench in this match, Naasei has been a regular presence for the club throughout the campaign. He has made 29 appearances…
The Federal Fire Service has assured Nigerians that there is no cause for alarm following a fire outbreak at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation building in Abuja on Monday morning. The fire incident reportedly occurred in Section C of the building located within the Federal Secretariat Complex. In a brief notice issued on Monday, the National Public Relations Officer of the service, P. O. Abraham, confirmed that firefighters swiftly responded to the incident and successfully brought the situation under control. “The Federal Fire Service has responded to a fire incident at the Office…
Standard Bank has announced that it has officially expanded access to Smart ID services to four new bank branches, adding to the growing list of locations where South Africans can pick up the card. The group said that services are being done through the new bank-assisted model being rolled out by the Department of Home Affairs. This new model will be rolled out in phases, with the first four Standard Bank branches being: Maponya Mall in Soweto Rosebank in Johannesburg Westgate in Johannesburg Parow in Cape Town. According to the bank, these locations form part of the DHA’s New Bank…
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Ghana has recorded 1,038 confirmed cases of Mpox (Monkeypox) with eight deaths as of March 3, 2026, according to the Ministry of Health. The outbreak, which began in May 2025, has affected 124 districts across the country, with the Greater Accra Region and Western Region emerging as the most affected areas. Addressing Parliament of Ghana on Monday, March 9, the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, outlined the government’s response measures aimed at containing the disease and protecting public health. He explained that the Ministry, working through the Ghana Health Service and with support from partners, has activated a coordinated…
A dummy cheque being presented by a representative of the bank to the Protocol Officer of the Chief Imam amidst smiles from members of the bank’s delegation As part of its annual Ramadan outreach, Stanbic Bank has presented food items and a cash donation of GH¢50,000 at the Chief Imam’s residence in Fadama, Accra. The gesture forms part of the bank’s commitment to supporting humanitarian causes and fostering national unity during the sacred Islamic season. Speaking during the presentation, Head of Corporate and Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank, Musah Abdallah, said the gesture forms part of the bank’s long-standing tradition…