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17 Aug•3 min read
Profile: Odeneho Kwaku Appiah 'COKA' - The grassroots organiser now leading Ashanti NPP
Summary
Discover how a seasoned grassroots organizer rose through the ranks to lead the NPP in its Ashanti stronghold.
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, known as 'COKA', has a long history of grassroots involvement within the NPP in the Ashanti Region. His journey to leadership
26 Jun•2 min read
This Saturday on Newsfile: Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe jail, $208 million meth bust and 'Ken Must Go'
Summary
Tune in this Saturday as Newsfile tackles the Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe's jailing, a major meth bust, and the 'Ken Must Go' campaign.
This Saturday, Newsfile will host a national conversation on Ghana's most topical legal, political, and governance issues. The program will bring
22 Aug•2 min read
Galamsey: Akufo-Addo's gov't tried and failed, NDC gov't is not trying - Kofi Bentil
Summary
Why does a prominent critic believe the current government isn't truly tackling Ghana's galamsey crisis, despite past attempts?
Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has criticized the Ghanaian government's efforts against illegal small-scale mining, known as galamsey. He suggests a
21 Jul•4 min read
Immigration lawyer explains why US judge ruled in Ofori-Atta's favour
Summary
An immigration lawyer explains the recent U.S. court decision on Ken Ofori-Atta's residency-what does this mean for Ghana's pursuit of his return?
A U.S.-based immigration lawyer has weighed in on the recent ruling by a U.S. immigration judge regarding former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's
2 Aug•2 min read
The Law to discuss Akonta Mining and Sedina judgements
Summary
Tune in to The Law this Sunday as Samson Anyenini unpacks the legal intricacies and broader implications of two major court rulings.
This Sunday, JoyNews' The Law will delve into two significant court decisions that have recently impacted Ghana's legal landscape. These cases raise
12 Sept•2 min read
Livestream: Newsfile examines SHS placement challenges, ECG PSP, PUWU-World Bank row and SOEs
Summary
Will Ghana's education and energy systems hold under mounting pressure - and what role should external actors play?
JoyNews' Newsfile on Saturday examines SHS placement gaps, ECG's PSP, PUWU's World Bank dispute, and SOE governance.
22 May•2 min read
Newsfile to discuss attack on free speech and return of GN Bank
Summary
Newsfile will tackle the escalating debate on free speech and GN Bank's possible return - but what could this mean for Ghana?
JoyNews' Newsfile will host a conversation on free speech and the possible return of GN Bank. The discussions promise to be intense- with wide-ranging implications for Ghana's political and economic landscape.
15 May•3 min read
Newsfile to discuss Ghana's IMF exit, ECG privatisation, attack on free speech, and repatriation of citizens from SA
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Newsfile connects the dots between free speech, African solidarity, economic sovereignty, and post-IMF governance- but what will it reveal?
Newsfile will discuss Ghana's IMF exit, ECG privatization, attacks on free speech, and repatriation of citizens from South Africa. The discussion will cover free speech, economic control, regional diplomacy and the future of Ghana's recovery- but what direction is Ghana truly heading?
24 Jul•3 min read
Newsfile to discuss Wontumi's jail term, Ofori-Atta's US immigration win, Mid-Year Budget Review
Summary
Newsfile delves into a landmark conviction, an international legal twist for a former minister, and the government's economic claims-what will it
This Saturday on Newsfile, Ghana's political landscape is abuzz with a high-profile conviction, a former minister's legal battle, and a contentious
16 Jul•6 min read
Ofankor Crash: Police Say Viral Vitz Hero Story Got It Wrong
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Police say a viral Ofankor crash story wrongly praised a Vitz driver, while early findings point to reckless driving and
Police say a viral Ofankor crash story wrongly praised a Vitz driver, while early findings point to reckless driving and a trucker's quick braking.
18 Apr•4 min read
OSP prosecutorial power controversy was settled before law was passed - Kofi Bentil
Summary
Kofi Bentil says the OSP power debate was settled before the law passed. What changed?
Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has reignited debate around the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP)-specifically its prosecutorial powers. Bentil claims the OSP's authority was settled long ago, but renewed controversy hints at deeper issues within Ghana's legal framework-what could they be?
3 Jul•4 min read
You can't trade lives for fiscal discipline - Oppong Nkrumah blasts government over flood deaths
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The government's explanation for withholding spending to stabilize the economy has been deemed unacceptable in the wake of recent flood-related
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee, has criticized the Mahama administration's handling of
19 Sept•2 min read
Defence Committee to haul CID boss before Parliament over social media cases - Ntim Fordjour
Summary
Why is Parliament hauling the CID boss before the Committee over social media cases?
Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee will summon the CID Director-General over social media case handling.
16 Mar•3 min read
Amansie Central DCE's presence in office does not affect ongoing probe - Lands Ministry PRO
Summary
Will the Amansie Central DCE's continued presence in office affect the illegal mining probe?
The Lands Ministry PRO addressed concerns about the Amansie Central DCE remaining in office amid an illegal mining taxation probe - a situation raising questions about potential interference. The PRO insists investigative protocols are designed to prevent any such compromise.
19 Sept•3 min read
'Ghana Jollof' case: Why continue to use remand to punish people? - Vera Addo
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Why is a democracy expert worried about how Ghana treats suspects before trial?
CDD-Ghana's Vera Abena Addo has voiced concerns about low public trust in Ghana's police and courts.
29 Aug•2 min read
OSP dismisses claims of strained relationship with Attorney-General
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Despite public speculation, the OSP is setting the record straight on its operational relationship with the Attorney-General's Office-what's the
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has addressed public perceptions regarding its relationship with the Office of the Attorney-General. This
5 Aug•3 min read
We need to keep the judiciary far away from our politics - Miracles Aboagye
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A prominent NPP member has voiced strong concerns about the judiciary's perceived closeness to the executive-what could this mean for Ghana's
The NPP parliamentary caucus plans a protest over concerns about justice administration, following opposition accusations of selective application