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30 Jun•6 min read
Breaking the Cycle: Why Ghana Must Stop Blaming History and Start Changing Habits
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Professor Douglas Boateng challenges the narrative of historical victimhood, urging citizens to embrace civic responsibi
Professor Douglas Boateng challenges the narrative of historical victimhood, urging citizens to embrace civic responsibility for sustainable
1 Aug•2 min read
'It seems this government fancies burdening the Ghanaian taxpayer with more taxes' - Gideon Boako
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Why is a Ghanaian MP accusing the government of abusing its power by continuously burdening taxpayers with new levies?
Dr. Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has criticized the government's approach to fiscal policy, suggesting a
24 Mar•2 min read
Patrick Boamah calls for urgent reform of GRA's interest and penalty regimes
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A Ghanaian MP is sounding the alarm about the tax system - but what changes could protect taxpayers?
Patrick Boamah is calling on the Finance Minister to address critical issues with the Revenue Administration Act. He points to unintended consequences that could impact taxpayers - but what are they?
30 Jun•4 min read
Samson's Take: Blood on your hands, you failed leaders
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As Accra grapples with another devastating flood, a prominent editor challenges the nation's leaders on their repeated failures and unfulfilled
Ghanaian news editor Samson Lardy Anyenini criticizes leaders for their inaction as Accra faces severe flooding, drawing parallels to the 2015
26 Jun•4 min read
Takoradi MP proposes policies to streamline Ghana's mining industry
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A Ghanaian MP is advocating for a radical overhaul of the nation's mining sector-discover the bold changes he's proposing.
Takoradi MP Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has put forward a series of proposals aimed at fundamentally restructuring Ghana's mining industry. These policies seek to address long-standing issues within the sector and redefine how mining benefits local communities.
3 Oct•3 min read
Newsfile to discuss EOCO arrest of Manhyia South MP, drug trafficking, teachers' strike and Ghana's sports crisis
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What links an MP's arrest, port drug seizures, a strike, and sports upheaval? Newsfile digs in.
JoyNews' Newsfile examines EOCO's investigation into Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, drug trafficking concerns, the teachers' strike, and…
9 Apr•3 min read
Mahama enforces fuel coupon ban for ministers as cabinet moves to slash fuel taxes
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Mahama's government is making moves to address rising fuel costs - but how will these changes affect you?
President Mahama has enforced a ban on fuel allowances for ministers, following a Cabinet session. The government is also planning some interventions - but what could this mean for Ghanaians?
2 Apr•3 min read
Republicans unveil plan to end partial government shutdown
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After weeks of deadlock, a deal may be in sight - but can Republicans agree on how to fund border security?
US Republicans have been at loggerheads over government funding. The infighting has led to a partial government shutdown - but what will it take to resolve the situation?
4 Apr•4 min read
Prof. Osae-Kwapong calls for decisive action on galamsey crisis amid growing demands for accountability
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Calls for action intensify as citizens question officials' roles in galamsey - but what will be the consequences?
Professor Osae-Kwapong has commented on the public's reaction to the government's handling of illegal mining - also known as galamsey. Demands for accountability are growing, but will the government take the necessary steps?
2 Sept•3 min read
Belgian court orders trial for corruption, money laundering linked to Congo passport deal
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A major trial looms for a Belgian company and its associates, facing serious allegations tied to a lucrative passport deal in the Democratic
A Belgian court has ordered biometrics company Semlex and 13 others to stand trial over alleged corruption and money laundering linked to a passport
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