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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
WAEC Awards: PRESEC-Legon student grabs best business student prize
Summary
A PRESEC-Legon student's WAEC award has sparked national pride - but what makes this achievement so special?
Eric Aduamoah, a PRESEC-Legon alumnus, won West Africa's Best Business Student at the WAEC Distinction Awards. He topped the WASSCE business candidate list and received prizes, including US$400 and a laptop. PRESEC was also honored for its role.
Education
2 min read
Court jails foreign national 5 years after GH¢1.9m & US$191k fake currency conviction
Summary
Why did a court sentence an Indian national after fake currency was discovered at his workplace in Accra?
Shubham Sharma, an Indian national, was sentenced in Accra for possessing fake currency- GH¢1.9 million and $191,900. Sharma, a former manager, allegedly replaced genuine company cash with the counterfeit notes while his employer was abroad.
Politics
2 min read
Manasseh Azure Awuni: Ibrahim Mahama's jet, lecturer's girlfriend, and conflict of interest
Summary
Is President Mahama's use of his brother's jet a cost-saving measure or a breach of ethical standards?
Manasseh Azure criticizes President Mahama's use of his brother Ibrahim's private jet for official travels, citing potential conflict of interest. He references CHRAJ guidelines and a code of conduct for appointees. The issue raises questions about the appearance of favoritism.
Politics
4 min read
Manager jailed five years for possessing fake currency
Summary
An Accra court has handed down a sentence for currency fraud, but the details of the case are quite shocking...
Shubham Sharma, a manager, has been sentenced to imprisonment for possessing fake currency - specifically GH¢1,976,000 in fake GH¢200 notes and US$191,900 in counterfeit US$100 notes. The court also directed his deportation after serving his sentence, but what led to this?
Politics
2 min read
PURC introduces Ghana's first commercial EV charging tariff
Summary
Ghana's EV charging gets a price - but what does this mean for drivers and 'dumsor'?
PURC has introduced a commercial tariff of GH¢2.016 per kilowatt-hour for charging EVs, plus a GH¢500 monthly service charge. This is part of a quarterly review that also includes reduced electricity and water tariffs starting April 1, 2026.
Business & Economy
3 min read
Fuel prices set to rise from March 16 due to NPA's new price floor for 2nd pricing window
Summary
Ghanaians should brace themselves - how will the new fuel prices, effective March 16, impact your transportation costs?
Fuel prices in Ghana are set to increase due to new price floors set by the National Petroleum Authority. Petrol will rise from 10 cedis 46 pesewas to 11 cedis 57 pesewas per litre starting March 16. The new rates will be in effect until March 31.
Business & Economy
1 min read
'Pa-To-Pa' promo is delivering on its promise - GCB Bank
Summary
GCB Bank's 'Pa to Pa' promo promises big rewards for savers - but what does it take to win?
GCB Bank's 'Pa to Pa' promo is rewarding customer loyalty and encouraging savings, according to Sina Kamagate. The promotion, launched in December, will culminate in a grand finale in May, sending five lucky customers to the 2026 Global Football Festival- but who will win?
Sports
5 min read
GCB Bank rewards 2nd and 3rd batch of winners in 'Pa To Pa' promo draw
Summary
GCB Bank's 'Pa To Pa' promo continues to excite customers - but what prizes are still up for grabs?
GCB Bank rewarded winners in the second and third draws of its 'Pa To Pa' promo at an event held at Accra Mall. The promo rewards loyal customers who save, giving them a chance to win prizes - including trips to watch international football matches.
Sports
4 min read
Here's what you'll pay after PURC's cut in water and electricity tariffs from April 1
Summary
Ghanaians are about to get some relief on their utility bills - but will the savings last?
The PURC has announced a reduction in electricity and water tariffs, effective April 1, 2026. Electricity will decrease by an average of 4.81% and water by 3.
Business & Economy
3 min read
Utility tariffs drop: Electricity down 4.81%, water down 3.06% starting April 1
Summary
Ghanaians will soon see changes in their utility bills - but what's driving these shifts?
The PURC has announced a reduction in utility tariffs, effective April 1, 2026. Electricity will decrease by 4.81% and water by 3.
Business & Economy
1 min read
Iran-US-Israel War: What it means for Ghana real estate investors
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With global markets rattled by the Iran-US conflict, how safe are your Ghana real estate investments?
The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, impacting global markets and oil prices - now over $100/barrel. This could affect Ghanaians planning real estate investments in Accra. The conflict's impact on Ghana's economy is under scrutiny.
Business & Economy
4 min read
GACL terminates Fixed Base Operation agreement with McDan Aviation over persistent debt
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Why did Ghana Airport Company lock up Terminal 1, and what does it mean for McDan Aviation's future operations?
GACL has terminated its agreement with McDan Aviation due to unpaid fees since 2022. Despite multiple notices and a payment plan, McDan's debt remained, leading to the termination in January 2026. GACL is pursuing the remaining debt from the McDan Group.
Business & Economy
3 min read