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PURC introduces first commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) charging tariff
Summary
Ghana's first commercial EV charging tariff is here - but will the new rates help or hinder the green energy transition?
The PURC has introduced Ghana's first commercial EV charging tariff - setting the rate at GH¢2.016 per kilowatt-hour, plus a GH¢500 monthly service charge. This aims to promote green energy transition in the country.
Politics
1 min read
You can raise GHC300m for sanitary pads but can't settle land compensation for Petroleum Hub project? - NPP MP slams gov't
Summary
Why is an NPP MP questioning government priorities regarding sanitary pads and a major petroleum project?
NPP MP George Kwame Aboagye has criticized the government for prioritizing a GH¢300 million sanitary pad purchase over the Petroleum Hub project. He argues the funds could better serve the hub in Jomoro, potentially employing 800,000 Ghanaians.
Politics
2 min read
Ex-Health Minister Agyemang Manu faces charges in the coming weeks over questionable COVID-19 deals - Ofosu Kwakye reveals
Summary
Why is a former Health Minister facing charges related to COVID-19 vaccine procurement and airport testing services?
Former Health Minister Agyemang Manu will face prosecution over the Sputnik V vaccine deal and dealings with Frontiers Healthcare. Felix Kwakye Ofosu revealed that charges are being prepared following scrutiny of COVID-19 related contracts.
Politics
3 min read
Domelevo calls for interdiction of officials implicated in GH¢68bn audit report
Summary
Why is Domelevo calling for immediate interdictions related to the GH¢68bn audit report?
Daniel Domelevo is advocating for the interdiction of officials implicated in a GH¢68bn audit report. He argues this action would signal zero tolerance for misconduct. The report cites GH¢8.
Politics
2 min read
Frontiers Healthcare Services: Former Health Minister Kwaku Agyemang Manu will be charged in the coming weeks - Kwakye Ofosu
Summary
Why is a former Health Minister facing prosecution related to vaccine procurement and a healthcare company?
Former Health Minister Kwaku Agyemang Manu will soon be prosecuted, according to Felix Ofosu Kwakye. The charges relate to the Sputnik V vaccine purchase and Frontiers Healthcare Services. The case raises questions about government procurement processes.
Politics
1 min read