Author: Constance Awunor

The National Service Authority (NSA) has cautioned employers against recruiting individuals who do not possess valid national service certificates, warning that such actions could attract sanctions under Ghanaian law. Speaking in an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Moses Dok Nach Kpeungu, Deputy Director General in charge of Operations, emphasized that hiring individuals who have not completed the mandatory national service programme constitutes a punishable offence. His remarks come as the Authority steps up efforts to strengthen compliance across both public and private sector institutions. The national service scheme has long faced challenges, including ghost names, payroll fraud, and…

John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s determination to maintain inflation within single digits, following a significant decline in the rate to 3.2 percent. The President described the progress as part of a wider effort to stabilise Ghana’s economy through strict fiscal discipline and responsible financial management. Speaking during a citizen engagement at the University for Development Studies on Sunday, April 19, he noted that inflation has dropped sharply from over 24 percent when his administration assumed office to below 4 percent. Mahama credited the improvement to deliberate measures aimed at controlling public expenditure and reducing excessive borrowing, particularly at…

The Bank of Ghana has released its latest exchange rate figures for Monday, April 20, showing the Ghana cedi trading at 11.0445 to the US dollar on the buying rate and 11.0555 on the selling rate. For other major currencies, the British pound was buying at 14.9891 and selling at 14.9730, while the euro was trading at 13.0370 on the buying side and 13.0499 on the selling side. Compared to Friday’s figures, the cedi recorded a slight depreciation. It was then buying at 11.0375 and selling at 11.0485 to the dollar. The pound and euro also saw marginal movements within…

John Dramani Mahama has stated that the government’s plan to construct modern multipurpose markets nationwide is a key strategy to stimulate economic growth and create wealth within local communities. According to him, the proposed 24-hour market model represents a shift from traditional trading systems. The new markets will incorporate essential services such as banking facilities, storage units, fire and security systems, as well as restaurants, crèches, and clinics to support traders’ welfare. Speaking at a sod-cutting ceremony for a new 24-hour market project in Bimbilla, the President reaffirmed that all 261 districts across Ghana will benefit from the initiative. He…

Sammy Kuffour has called on Ghanaians to unite behind incoming Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, urging patience and collective support as the national team enters a new phase. Queiroz is expected to take over from Otto Addo, with his official unveiling anticipated later this week. The seasoned coach, known for his experience across international football including in Africa has been tasked with revitalizing the Black Stars and steering Ghana toward a fifth FIFA World Cup appearance. His tenure is set to begin quickly, with international friendlies against Wales and Mexico lined up in May. Focus will then shift to…

Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has outlined a series of priority interventions aimed at strengthening Ghana’s economy and improving social welfare. Central to these plans is a renewed focus on agriculture, with measures designed to increase local production and reduce dependence on imports. She also highlighted key social programmes intended to ease financial burdens and improve quality of life. These include the No-Fees Stress Policy for first-year tertiary students, the provision of free sanitary pads for schoolgirls, and expanded access to primary healthcare services across the country. In addition, the Vice President pointed to broader economic and development initiatives such as the…

In the rural communities of Apinkra, Behenase, Nuaso and Kokrobikro in the Bosomtwe District, accessing advanced medical care is often as difficult as the emergencies that require it. Poor road conditions turn every referral into a risky and exhausting journey for both caregivers and newborns. At St. Mary’s Anglican Clinic, where many residents rely on maternal and newborn services, these challenges have long been a daily reality. When Margaret Ako Tsakle was posted to the facility in 2016, she worked as the sole midwife handling deliveries, complications, and emergency referrals, sometimes while caring for her own infant. But the most…

Warner Bros has revealed the long-awaited cast list for The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum. Making their debut in Middle-earth will be One Day’s Leo Woodall, Fifty Shades of Grey actor Jamie Dornan and English actress Kate Winslet. The cast announcement was made by Warner Bros at this year’s CinemaCon presentation, which brings together studios and cinema executives for a first look at upcoming productions. The film is due to be released in cinemas next year. The movie, which will be directed by Andy Serkis, will follow Aragorn’s early journey to find Gollum to keep the Ring’s…

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso, who has been re-elected for another five-year term. The ceremony, scheduled for Thursday morning, will bring together several African heads of state and high-level dignitaries to mark the official start of President Sassou N’Guesso’s new mandate. Mahama’s trip comes just a day after he launched his flagship Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa on April 15. His presence at the inauguration underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations across the continent, particularly with countries in Central Africa. President Mahama is expected…

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has announced extended operating hours at selected offices nationwide as part of efforts to improve service delivery and increase public access. The new schedule will take effect from May 4, 2026, and forms part of broader reforms aimed at modernising the Authority’s operations and responding to growing demand for more flexible service hours. The initiative also supports the government’s 24-hour economy agenda, which seeks to boost productivity and make public services more accessible and convenient. Under the new arrangement, 15 DVLA offices will operate daily services until 10:00 pm through a structured two-shift system.…