Mahama prioritises shift from rain-fed to irrigation-based farming – Agric Minister

Mahama prioritises shift from rain-fed to irrigation-based farming – Agric Minister

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has said that President John Mahama is committed to transforming Ghana’s agricultural system from rain-fed farming to irrigation-based production to ensure year-round food security. Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Opoku explained that the move has become necessary following last year’s drought in […]

Economic Fighters League expresses outrage after AG drops charges in Ahmed Suale murder case

Economic Fighters League expresses outrage after AG drops charges in Ahmed Suale murder case

A major storm is brewing following reports that the Attorney General (AG) has directed the Madina District Court to discontinue the prosecution of the individual standing trial for the 2019 murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale. The directive, which effectively discharges the accused person, has drawn furious condemnation from civil society groups, who describe the […]

PRESEC 2015 year group presents first torch and bonfire 10th anniversary invitation to Ɔdadeɛ Global President

PRESEC 2015 year group presents first torch and bonfire 10th anniversary invitation to Ɔdadeɛ Global President

The leadership of the PRESEC 2015 Year Group on Monday, 13th October, paid a courtesy call on the Ɔdadeɛ Global President, Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong, as part of preparations for their much-anticipated 10th Anniversary Torch & Bonfire Night scheduled for Friday, 31st October. The meeting, held in a cordial and engaging atmosphere, brought together executives […]

NPP to face major shake-up – United Party

NPP to face major shake-up – United Party

Ghana’s political landscape has taken a dramatic turn with the official launch of the United Party (UP), a new political movement led by Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, former Minister for Trade and Industry. The development, analysts say, could redefine Ghana’s electoral politics and challenge the decades-long dominance of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the […]

AMA sanitation court fines 21 traders for violations at Agbogbloshie Market

AMA sanitation court fines 21 traders for violations at Agbogbloshie Market

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) Sanitation Court has fined 21 traders at the Agbogbloshie Market GH¢600 each (equivalent to 50 penalty units) for violating sanitation and public order regulations. The offences included selling at unauthorised locations, obstructing walkways, and blocking access roads with tricycles, commonly known as “Pragya.” Those convicted include John Koko, Adu Ibrahim, […]

Reconsidering classroom practices for developing critical thinkers in Ghana: Insights from the UK

Reconsidering classroom practices for developing critical thinkers in Ghana: Insights from the UK

Education is widely recognized as the foundation of national growth. Nations that succeed in the twenty-first century provide their citizens with the ability to think critically, address challenging issues, and adapt to a constantly changing environment. In Ghana, however, many of our classrooms still seem like antiques from the past: inflexible, controlled by teachers, and resistant to change. This fact begs the question: Can pupils educated through traditional pedagogical approaches effectively develop the problem-solving skills required in the modern world?

GES receives financial clearance to settle salary arrears of 6,249 staff

GES receives financial clearance to settle salary arrears of 6,249 staff

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has received financial clearance to settle outstanding salaries owed to 6,249 teaching and non-teaching staff who were recruited in 2024. The affected staff include newly recruited teachers who have reportedly gone nearly 10 months without pay. This assurance follows confirmation from Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu that Cabinet has granted approval […]