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Accra, May 19, GNA – The NuGhana International Expat Centre, a Ghana-based non-profit organization, has formally proposed the establishment of a specialised, multi-agency Diaspora Protection and Human Capital Task Force to the government of President John Dramani Mahama.In a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the centre detailed that the proposal has been submitted to the President and copied to key state security and diaspora engagement bodies, including the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI), the Ministry of Interior, the Office of National Security, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Office of Diaspora Affairs,…
Bank Of Ghana The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Zakari Mumuni, has called for stronger legal and operational frameworks to support Ghana’s rapidly expanding financial markets, warning that trading volumes alone cannot guarantee stability without equally robust systems governing risk, documentation and legal certainty. Mumuni delivered the remarks at the Bank of Ghana and Frontclear Market Training Workshop on Repo Guidelines, Global Master Repurchase Agreement (GMRA) and International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) documentation for 2026, where he outlined the foundational role repurchase agreements (repos) play in modern financial systems. He explained that repo transactions…
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Agenda 111 Project Former Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has defended the Akufo-Addo administration’s Agenda 111 hospital programme, arguing that the projects were strategically planned using oil revenue and should not be left incomplete by the current government now more than 17 months into office. Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show, Dr Nsiah-Asare said the initiative was never designed to be completed at once. He explained that the previous government adopted a phased approach because funding from oil proceeds would arrive incrementally, and that most of the 111 hospitals had reached between 80 and 90…
Ghana will bid a final farewell to industrialist and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo, with his funeral and burial rites scheduled to begin on July 30, 2026. Funeral arrangements released by the Kantanka family, the Kristo Asafo Mission, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo and the Funeral Planning Committee indicate that the burial service for the celebrated religious leader and innovator will take place at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region. A national farewell ceremony is also expected to be held at Independence Square in Accra on July 31, where thousands of mourners, dignitaries, traditional…
A member of the legal team of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Victor Kwadjoga Adawudu, has called on Parliament to probe comments made by Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, against a Circuit Court judge, describing the remarks as a threat to judicial independence.The call follows criticism from the Minority Leader over the handling of a case involving the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, who has been remanded in custody over allegations of misinformation and offensive public statements.At a press conference on Sunday, May 17, Mr. Afenyo-Markin…
Rbsxfidv Jenn Ashcraft, 60, an Arizona woman who survived both the 1993 World Trade Center bombing and the September 11 attacks, now lies in a hospital bed battling a severe autoimmune disorder that a key federal health programme does not yet cover. Ashcraft was present at the World Trade Center in New York City when a bomb detonated below the north tower in February 1993. She was there again on September 11, 2001, watching the first plane strike before the towers fell. Two decades later, she moved to Prescott, Arizona, and channelled her trauma into volunteering for the American Red…
The Ghana Comedy Awards has officially announced the appointment of Mr. Albert Bondah as its new Media and Public Relations Manager ahead of the 2026 edition of the prestigious awards scheme.In a press release issued on May 18, 2026, the organizers described the appointment as a strategic move aimed at strengthening the scheme’s media and communications efforts while increasing audience engagement and visibility for Ghanaian comedy on both local and international platforms.According to the statement, the appointment comes at a crucial moment as the Ghana Comedy Awards prepares to celebrate its sixth edition, marking three years under the Comedy and…
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Ghana will bid a final farewell to industrialist and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo, with his funeral and burial rites scheduled to begin on July 30, 2026. Funeral arrangements released by the Kantanka family, the Kristo Asafo Mission, former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo and the Funeral Planning Committee indicate that the burial service for the celebrated religious leader and innovator will take place at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region. A national farewell ceremony is also expected to be held at Independence Square in Accra on July 31, where thousands of mourners, dignitaries, traditional…
The Ministry of Health has clarified that no case of the Ebola virus disease has been recorded in Ghana or elsewhere in West Africa, as the current emergent outbreak is strictly localized to parts of Central and East Africa (specifically the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda).The Ministry urged the public to remain vigilant and strictly observe safety protocols following a global health alert issued by the World Health Organisation (WHO).The Ministry issued the advisory after the WHO declared the recent Ebola outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), citing the risk of cross-border transmission and the…
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has been enskinned as Kashentengwura, meaning “Chief of Truth”, by the Paramount Chief of the Bole Traditional Area. The ceremony took place at the Kutuge Feso Palace in Bole, where traditional leaders conferred the honour in recognition of what they described as his contribution to the party and support for President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking on behalf of the Bolewura, Abdulai Kutuge Feso, the Mankumawura, Dramani Joshua, praised the NDC National Chairman for his continued commitment to the party’s leadership and political activities. He noted that Mr Nketia’s efforts in…
Managing Director of New Havenn Garments, Afua Gyekyewaa Prempeh, has shared her journey of building a fashion manufacturing brand while calling for stronger support for local production in Ghana. She spoke on Brekete, during the SME’s Corner segment on AsaasePa, which highlights the achievements of local businesses. Building New Havenn Garments The company was incorporated in 2020 as a Limited Liability Company with a focus on garment production and job creation. Afua said her background in International Business, combined with 20 years of living and working in Amsterdam, influenced her decision to return to Ghana with her family to contribute…
Over the past week, the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) held a press conference urging the Government of Ghana not to renew Gold Fields’ mining lease. The argument advanced was that the concession should instead be granted to a local owner. Two former senior officials from Ghana’s judiciary and legislature spoke at the event, giving it the weight of a pro-resource nationalism platform.Across Africa, resource nationalism is gaining traction. As a Ghanaian, I support any strategy that helps our country capture greater value from its natural resources. But how we pursue that goal matters.Ghana has built a reputation for creating…
The Ghana Sports Fund has announced plans to place strong emphasis on grassroots sports development, talent identification, and the provision of sporting infrastructure as part of efforts to build a sustainable sports ecosystem in Ghana. Speaking during a media briefing in Kumasi, the Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, said the Fund’s long-term vision is to identify and nurture talented young athletes from the lowest levels of society through structured investment and support systems. According to him, one of the key beneficiaries of the Fund will be grassroots sports programmes in schools and communities across the…
Mr. Ryan Keilloh, Country Manager of Concentrix Ghana and Senior Operations Director, David Gowu, CEO of BOSAG, Mr Kojo Hayford, Board Chair of BOSAG, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation and other key stakeholders in a group photo at the event The Business Outsourcing Services Association Ghana (BOSAG) has called for stronger government backing to accelerate the growth of Ghana’s Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Global Business Services (GBS) sector, as part of efforts to position the country as a competitive global outsourcing destination and deliver 100,000 new jobs for young Ghanaians. The call was…
By Isaac Arkoh, GNA Assin Darmang (C/R), May 19, GNA—An abandoned Agenda 111 project in Assin Darmang in the Assin South District, which is 85 percent complete, has been overrun by weeds, making it a den for wee smokers, reptiles and snakes. Machines been fixed, and the warehouses sat tightly locked, as if the whole place had been frozen in time. Erosion had rapidly destroyed the previously levelled ground, a consequence of the slanting topography and the absence of well-laid gutters to channel run-off. Heavy rains had cut gullies where the soil is exposed, undermining foundations and leaving parts of the site uneven and dangerous. At the entrance to the last building, clearly demarcated as a morgue, the reporter and an escort, narrowly escaped a bite from a gigantic cobra that lay coiled near the…
Ghana will face Cote d’Ivoire, The Gambia and Somalia in Group C of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.The draw was held on Tuesday in Cairo, where African nations learned their routes to the continental tournament.Two teams will qualify from each of the 12 groups of four for the finals. The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda — the first East African co-hosting arrangement in the competition’s history.Ghana head into the qualifiers targeting one of the two slots from Group C after missing out on the previous edition in Morocco.Qualifying schedule:Matchdays 1…
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei II, has said for almost 70 years the country has been talking but it is now time for it to become a nation of builders. “We must move from slogans to production, from lamentations to enterprise, from dependency to value creation, from promises to hard road work with discipline, sacrifice and innovation,” he said. The Asantehene was delivering a public lecture at the maiden “Ghana Business Leaders’ Conclave” in Accra last Friday. The Otumfuo Centre for Traditional Leadership (OCTL) of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) organised the thought leadership programme as its flagship programme.…
The National Tenants Union of Ghana (NATUG) has welcomed a directive by the Rent Control Department to temporarily suspend proposed increases in private student hostel fees for the 2026/2027 academic year.The directive also calls for stakeholder consultations on pricing regulation, following growing public concern over rising accommodation costs in tertiary institutions across the country.In a statement issued on Tuesday, May 19, NATUG described the move as a timely intervention that reflects sensitivity to student welfare and affordability challenges.The union said the decision provides an opportunity for broader engagement on sustainable pricing structures within the student accommodation sector.“NATUG welcomes the directive…
By Priscilla Oye Ofori Accra, May 19, GNA- Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection has urged the media to lead efforts in promoting public understanding and implementation of the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, 2024 (Act 1121). She said advancing gender equality required accurate and consistent coverage of the Act to ensure its effective implementation. Dr Lartey gave the advice during the Ministry’s engagement with the media on the implementation of the Affirmative Action Act, aimed at strengthening collaboration and deepening public awareness. She described the media as “a pillar of democratic governance that shapes public opinion and holds institutions accountable.” “When you report accurately and consistently on gender…
By Enock AnkomahThe Director-General of the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET), Eric Asuman, has attributed the increasing impact of flooding in parts of the country to poor human behaviour and disregard for weather warnings.According to him, practices such as dumping refuse into gutters, building on waterways and flood-prone areas, and ignoring weather advisories continue to worsen the effects of heavy rains, particularly in urban centres such as Accra.Speaking in an interview, Mr Asuman said the agency consistently issues forecasts and warnings ahead of major rainfall events, but many residents fail to act until disaster strikes.He noted that paving open spaces in…
Organisers of the Ghana Comedy Awards have unveiled Albert Bondah as the new Media and Public Relations Manager for the highly anticipated sixth edition of the awards ceremony. The announcement, which has generated excitement within Ghana’s entertainment industry, forms part of efforts to strengthen the brand and expand the visibility of the awards scheme ahead of this year’s event. Albert Bondah, known for his experience in entertainment publicity and strategic communications, is expected to play a key role in promoting the event and enhancing engagement with audiences, stakeholders and industry players. His appointment is widely seen as a strategic move…
Officials of the Ghana Sports Fund have outlined an ambitious roadmap aimed at transforming sports development in Ghana through sustainable financing, grassroots talent development, infrastructure support, and transparent governance systems. The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, together with Deputy Administrator, Simon Appiah Junior, disclosed this at an extensive media engagement in Kumasi ahead of a courtesy call on the Asantehene, Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II. According to Dr Wuaku, the Ghana Sports Fund was established following the passage of the Bill in Parliament in December last year, after which it received Presidential assent the same…
Director of Enterprise Business and Wholesale at Telecel Ghana, Tawa Bolarin, has encouraged African governments and industry leaders to open markets and harmonise digital infrastructure policies to accelerate growth. Speaking during a panel discussion at the 11th Ghana Female CEO Summit in Accra on the topic, Women Building Africa’s Digital Ecosystem, Innovation and Inclusive Growth, she argued that the continent’s next wave of economic growth depends on moving beyond basic connectivity to full participation in the digital economy. “We need to ensure growth beyond our local environment and make access to markets, financial transactions and movement across the continent easier…
Prof Bokpin Professor Godfred Alufar Bokpin, an Economist, says Ghana currently lacks the capacity to effectively manage and benefit from full-scale resource nationalisation. “We currently lack the full capacity to handle the entire value chain, from extraction to refining, at the scale required,” he said. His remarks come amid renewed calls by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) for Ghana to assert stronger ownership over its mineral wealth, including limiting the role of multinational mining companies. The economist said this on a current affairs programme monitored by the Ghana News Agency on Sunday. Prof. Bokpin, however, cautioned that such calls,…
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, counsel for Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has raised concerns over the health and detention conditions of his client, alleging that Abronye’s situation has worsened significantly while in custody. Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News on Tuesday, May 19, Oppong Nkrumah said Abronye DC has been held since Wednesday, May 13, and described his current state as “dire”. Oppong Nkrumah further alleged that lawyers have been denied access to Abronye DC, while he remains in custody of the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI). “They are not…
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has organised a series of bilateral business meetings in Accra between companies from Dubai and Ghanaian counterparts, as economic ties between the two markets deepen on the back of strong growth in non-oil trade. The meetings formed part of a trade mission led by the chamber under its “New Horizons” initiative, which seeks to support the expansion of Dubai-based companies into promising global markets. The delegation included representatives from 19 Dubai-based companies operating across a wide range of sectors, including automotive, building materials and construction, electronics, engineering, fast-moving consumer goods, food and beverages, interior design,…
The judge at Circuit Court 9 has released his ruling remanding New Patriotic Party (NPP) Bono Regional Chairman, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, into custody, stating in his reasoned ruling that he was satisfied Abronye could commit further offences if granted bail.The ruling, delivered six days after the initial decision, has now provided detailed legal grounds for the court’s refusal to grant bail to the accused person, who is facing charges of offensive conduct conducive to the breach of peace and publication of false news.According to the court, presided over by His Honour Joseph Yennuban Kunsong, the decision…
The qualifying groups for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations were confirmed on Tuesday following the official draw ceremony held at the headquarters of the Egyptian Football Association. A total of 48 nations have been divided into 12 groups of four as African countries begin the race for places at the tournament, which Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will jointly host from June 19 to July 17, 2027. Defending champions Morocco were drawn in Group A alongside Gabon, Niger and Lesotho. Morocco head into the qualifiers as holders after CAF declared Senegal to have forfeited the previous final despite the Moroccans…
From Courtroom to Streets: Impunity Breeds ViolenceGhana’s enviable reputation as a stable democracy in Africa rests squarely on two pillars: the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary. These principles are safeguarded by the strict separation of powers, ensuring that judges remain impartial arbiters of conflict. When citizens disagree with judicial outcomes, our constitutional order prescribes lawful remedies—appeals, reviews, or habeas corpus—not public intimidation. Yet, a dangerous precedent was set when Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin launched a public attack on the presiding judge of Accra Circuit Court 9. Following the remand of Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC), the lawmaker…
The National Youth Organiser of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has issued a strong warning that the party could take actions that would make the country “extremely ungovernable” if what he described as continued harassment and intimidation of its members is not stopped.Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, May 19, during a courtesy call by the NPP on the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps to raise concerns about developments in the country, Salam Mustapha said the party would not sit aloof while its members were allegedly targeted.According to him, the NPP remains a formidable political force with millions…
Medeama Medeama will represent Ghana in next season’s CAF Champions League after winning the 2025-26 Ghana Premier League title. The Tarkwa-based side secured the league crown with a game to spare following their emphatic victory over Heart of Lions on Sunday. It will mark another opportunity for Medeama to compete on the continental stage after building a growing reputation in African club football over the past decade. Medeama enjoyed their most successful continental campaign during the 2023-24 season when they reached the group stage of the CAF Champions League for the first time in the club’s history. They were…
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The assistant head coach of Ghana, Roger De Sa has acknowledged the vast talents in Ghana after few weeks landing in the West African country.Roger reunited with his boss Carlos Queiroz following his appointment as new Black Stars head coach in April, 2025. Carlos replaced Otto Addo who got sacked the night after losing to Germany in an international friendly game in March.Despite Roger De Sa coming in contact with Ghana in a short time, has observed the huge talent in the country but quiet dumbfounded with the limited resources at their exposure.Disclosing that, his country [South Africa] can only…
By Michael Foli Jackidy, GNA Ho (V/R), May 19, GNA – Mr Kwasi Agyei, Controller and Accountant-General of Ghana, has outlined a number of reforms being implemented by the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department to enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public financial management. The reforms were disclosed during a briefing with Mr James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister, in Ho on Monday when Mr Agyei led a delegation to the Minister as part of his working visit to the Volta Region. Mr Agyei said one of the key reforms involved the integration of pension and payroll databases with systems of the National Identification Authority and the Births and Deaths Registry to help eliminate ghost names from government payrolls. According to him, the initiative formed part of broader efforts to strengthen…
Seraphina Essenam Esse-Black MaidensThe Black Maidens will face Liberia in the second round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers as they continue their quest for a place at the global tournament.The 1st leg is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with kick-off at 3:30 p.m. The return fixture will take place a week later on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex in Paynesville, Liberia, at 4:00 p.m.Ghana will be aiming to secure a strong result at home before travelling to Liberia for the decisive 2nd leg.The Black Maidens…
Dr. Baaba Nnina Damoah Cases of opioids abuse among residents in the mining communities of Tarkwa-Nsuaem in the Western Region have been increasing. Opioids are a powerful class of drugs primarily used to relieve moderate to severe pain. This was revealed at a medical outreach initiative organised in Tarkwa under the ‘HEAL Programme’ of the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation. It was organised in collaboration with the Society of Family Physicians of Ghana and the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). The event saw residents being offered free health screening, treatment, medication, counselling as well as free registration and renewal of…
Nana Sarfo GHANAIAN BUSINESS magnate and fashion entrepreneur, Nana Sarfo, has revealed that 99.9% of the international designer products sold in Ghana are not original. Speaking on the Revealed – The New Era hosted by Bliss Kingg, the CEO of Savile Row Ghana stated that many fashion businesses sell fake international designer products for their clients in the country. “I can tell you that in Ghana, 99.9% of the designers is not original. Believe me, I won’t lie to you. I don’t want to spoil somebodies business, that’s the truth believe me. It’s not easy to sell a brand…
Dr. Akisibadek Alekz Afoko presenting the donation to the Northern Regional NPP Executives in Tamale New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman hopeful, Paul Awentami Afoko, has donated 400 bags of cement and GH¢30,000 to support the construction of an ultramodern NPP Northern Regional office. The multipurpose facility is intended to strengthen party structures and improve operations across the Northern Region. Dr. Akisibadek Alekz Afoko presented the donation in Tamale on behalf of Mr. Afoko. He urged NPP supporters in the region to stay united and back Mr. Afoko’s bid for the national chairmanship, saying his leadership will help the…
JP FC also impressed on their route to the decisive clash, overcoming Stari Third World 3-1 to secure their place in the final. Over the course of the tournament, participating teams showcased emerging football talent, tactical discipline and competitive spirit across the group and knockout stages, attracting attention from football stakeholders and talent scouts. The competition was organised to promote youth football development while encouraging civic awareness and discipline among young players. Ahead of the games, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Clerk of the Parliament, in an address emphasised that the essence of the competition is to pick up enthusiasm and…
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOHThe Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has commenced its 130th scheduled meeting to review the nation’s economic health and determine the trajectory of the benchmark policy rate.The three-day session, led by Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, comes at a critical juncture as the central bank seeks to balance a period of sustained low inflation with emerging global risks.At the heart of this week’s deliberations is a plan to realign Ghana’s interest rate structure. While headline inflation has remained impressively low at 3.4 percent, the current policy rate stands at 14.0 percent.This creates a significant…
The management of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly (STMA) has strongly denied allegation by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament (MP) for Sekondi, Blay Nyameke Armah, that the STMA used about GH¢5.2 million for repainting the Assembly’s main office building. The MP earlier alleged that the Assembly used the amount from its 2025 share of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) Legacy Projects Allocation solely for the repainting. Meanwhile, the Assembly has described the MP’s assertion as false. “The Assembly wishes to place on record that the claim is false, inaccurate, and misleading,” it stressed. A statement issued…
A petition has been filed at the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), seeking an investigation into alleged misconduct by the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr Mary Awusi. The petition accuses her of allegedly misusing official working hours for media appearances and engaging in discussions said to be unrelated to her official duties. According to Prince Owusu Bonnah and Christiana Acheampong, CHRAJ should determine whether the CEO’s conduct constitutes administrative impropriety, a breach of public service ethics, or the misuse of state resources. “We respectfully invite the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice to…
Medikal Rapper, Medikal, has shared his excitement over Black Sherif winning the Artiste of the Year award at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). Speaking on the award Medikal described Black Sherif’s victory as well-deserved. According to him, Black Sherif’s music tells real-life stories of struggle, hard work, and survival that many young people can relate to. “If you listen to Blacko’s songs from day one, the content is about struggling and trying to make it, coming from the street. So he’s a street boy, blessed by God,” Medikal said. The rapper added that he felt proud and…
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has welcomed the economic stabilisation gains acknowledged by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme but criticised what it described as the government’s “political packaging” of the IMF’s latest assessment.In a statement issued on Saturday, May 16, 2026, the party said the IMF’s decision to place Ghana under a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) arrangement demonstrated that the country still required structured policy monitoring to sustain the gains achieved under the programme.“The government must be honest about the country’s economic status,” the statement said.According to the NPP, the IMF’s…
Ghana’s mobile usage has surged in recent years, driven by smartphone adoption, digital banking, and many online services. This rapid growth has placed enormous pressure on existing base stations, especially in cities like Accra, Bolgatanga, Kumasi, Sunyani, Tamale and Takoradi. This has led to poor mobile network quality, resulting in everyday frustration. Dropped calls, slow internet speeds, and unstable mobile money transactions continue to affect both urban and rural users, despite years of investment in telecommunications infrastructure. While macro towers remain the backbone of national coverage, they are increasingly stretched beyond optimal capacity in high-density areas. The result is familiar…
Tangier Med Port Rabat is pursuing a path of deep transformation, driven by economic, social and institutional reforms, an increasingly assertive diplomacy, and a determination to establish itself as a major regional actor in Africa, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic space. According to the American think tank the “Stimson Center,” Morocco today appears as one of the most stable and strategically positioned countries in North Africa. At the crossroads of Europe, Africa and the Atlantic world, the Kingdom seeks to consolidate its role as a political, economic, logistical and technological platform. This ambition is based both on far-reaching domestic…
Abena Osei-Asare and Samuel Nartey George A heated exchange erupted at Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) sitting yesterday between the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, and the Committee Chairperson, Abena Osei-Asare, over poor telecommunications services in the country. The confrontation occurred during discussions on the quality of services being delivered by Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), with the Minister attributing the persistent challenges to policy failures and weak leadership under the previous Akufo-Addo administration. According to Mr. George, inadequate regulatory decisions over the years allowed telecom companies to prioritise profits at the expense of consumers.…