Month: November 2024

President Akufo-Addo Commissions Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange
29 Nov

President Akufo-Addo Commissions Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange

Kakra Nunu0 CommentsFeatured, News
The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has as further evidence of the Akufo-Addo Government’s strong commitment to transformative development, commissioned the Phase Two of the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange, on Friday, 29th November 2024, in Accra. A remarkable development project, that according to him, enhances mobility, drives economic growth and improves the quality of life for all Ghanaians. Presenting a detailed overview of the key components of this transformative project, Minister of Road and Highways, Francis Asenso Boakye, said, the third tier of the interchange features a 389-meter bridge which provides a direct link for traffic on Ring…
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President Akufo-Addo Presents Aviator Wing Badges To 12 New Pilots
29 Nov

President Akufo-Addo Presents Aviator Wing Badges To 12 New Pilots

Kakra Nunu0 CommentsNews
The President of the Republic and Commander-In-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has at the 2024 Wings Parade, presented Aviator Wings or Air Crew Badges and Awards to twelve pilots at the the Ghana Air Force Base. The new pilots who received their honours upon completion of the requisite training, are Flt. Lt. Christopher Yaw Asuka, Flt. Lt. Wisdom Seshie Deku, Flt. Lt. Akrashie Appoe, Fg Offr Papa kojo Ayensu Abrokwa, Fg Offr Manaen Twum Ampadu and Fg Offr Isaac Tuobewere Tanle. The rest are Flt. Lt. Abdul-Baasit Salifu, Flt Lt. Michael Adjei-Banin, Flt Lt. Obil…
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Jospong Group’s Executive Chairman Urges Peaceful Elections In Ghana
29 Nov

Jospong Group’s Executive Chairman Urges Peaceful Elections In Ghana

Nana Theo Buzi0 CommentsNews
As Ghana prepares to head to the polls in December 2024, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, has emphasized the importance of peaceful elections. Speaking at the Group's Annual Thanksgiving Service in Accra in Friday November 29, 2024, Dr. Agyepong implored citizens to exercise their right to vote peacefully, ensuring the country's stability and progress. Under the theme "Jesus Christ is more than enough," the annual Thanksgiving service event was an opportunity for the Jospong Group to reflect on its journey, express gratitude, and seek guidance for the future. The thanksgiving service is a yearly celebration…
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PMMC sets sights on making Ghana a global gold leader
29 Nov

PMMC sets sights on making Ghana a global gold leader

Evans Manasseh0 CommentsNews,
Established in 1963, PMMC was mandated to purchase and market Ghana's gold and diamond resources. In 1965, the Parliament of Ghana formally endorsed PMMC as a state-owned enterprise. The Company now operates as the Government's National Assayer with the sole mandate of assaying all gold that leaves the country. The Company is also the sole implementing agency for the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS), the global regime for the trade in diamonds. Jewellery production is also a core function of the Company, operating under the subsidiary name PMMC Jewellery Ltd (PJL). The Company is located in the Diamond House building…
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Bawumia Will Establish SME Bank To Support SMEs – NAPO
29 Nov

Bawumia Will Establish SME Bank To Support SMEs – NAPO

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Small Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) will flourish if Dr. Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Candidate, is elected as president on December 7. Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the NPP vice presidential candidate, who made the disclosure, said the NPP would establish an SME bank to support the activities of SMEs According to him, the SME banks would give loans to businesses, thereby providing opportunities for these businesses to expand and be profitable. Dr. Prempeh, who is campaigning vigorously for votes for Dr. Bawumia in the Ashanti Region was addressing the leadership of garages at Suame Magazine in Kumasi. Nicknamed ‘NAPO’ in political…
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BoG Sells $1 At GH¢15.38, GH¢16.50 At Forex Bureaus As Of November 29
29 Nov

BoG Sells $1 At GH¢15.38, GH¢16.50 At Forex Bureaus As Of November 29

Fred0 CommentsBusiness
Ghana's local currency, the cedi, has gained some strength against major trading currencies especially the dollar. In its daily update, the Bank of Ghana announced that as of November 29, 2024, the cedi is trading at a buying price of GH¢15.36 and a selling price of GH¢15.38. The British Pound is being bought at GH¢19.48 and sold at GH¢19.50. The Euro trades at a buying price of GH¢16.21 and a selling price of GH¢16.22. Checks by GhanaWeb Business as of November 29, 2024, at 10:00 AM show that the cedi is trading at GH¢16.50 to the dollar, while the pound is trading at GH¢20.60…
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Direct Flights From London Gatwick Airport To Kumasi Airport To Begin On December 3
29 Nov

Direct Flights From London Gatwick Airport To Kumasi Airport To Begin On December 3

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Effective December 3, 2024, passengers from London will have access to direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport. This comes after a collaboration between the Ghana Airports Company Limited and Ethiopian Airlines. In a release on November 28, 2024, Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) said “in collaboration with Ethiopian Airlines, will operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport (PIA) starting December 3, 2024.” The flight schedule is as follows: * Departure London Gatwick: 2.10am * Arrival Kumasi Prempeh I International Airport: 9.05am * Departure Kumasi Prempeh 1 International Airport:…
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Sack John Paintsil From Black Stars Technical Team – Otto Addo Told
29 Nov

Sack John Paintsil From Black Stars Technical Team – Otto Addo Told

Fred0 CommentsSports, ,
Former Hearts of Oak attacker Charles Taylor has expressed concerns about the current structure of the Black Stars’ technical team, which is headed by Otto Addo. Speaking in an interview, Taylor questioned the qualifications of certain support staff members, singling out former defender John Paintsil, whom he feels lacks the experience required for his role. Taylor suggested that Otto Addo should consider reshuffling the technical team and bringing in more experienced coaches to enhance the team’s performance. “If you pick John Paintsil as an assistant, are you a good coach? Paintsil himself said he hadn’t gotten to that level yet…
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Actor Aki Shares First Look Of His Adorable Baby Boy [Video]
29 Nov

Actor Aki Shares First Look Of His Adorable Baby Boy [Video]

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Celebrated Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki, has shared the first look at his adorable baby boy. He shared touching moments from the dedication of his son, Chidubem Ivan Chinedu Ikedieze, to God. The event, held four months after Aki joyfully announced the arrival of his baby boy, was a grand occasion filled with laughter, gratitude, and love. Taking to social media, the actor expressed his appreciation to everyone who celebrated with him, sharing photos and videos that captured the memorable day. In one clip, little Chidubem is seen gleefully playing with vibrant balloons adorning the venue, melting…
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Shatta Wale Gifts Talented 19-Year-Old Artist GHS 20k For Fees
29 Nov

Shatta Wale Gifts Talented 19-Year-Old Artist GHS 20k For Fees

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Dancehall King Shatta Wale has extended a generous hand to a talented 19-year-old artist, Priscilla, by gifting her GHS 20,000 to support her education. The heartwarming gesture occurred when Priscilla visited Shatta Wale at his studio to present him with a stunning handmade pencil art she had created. Touched by her artistry, the musician engaged her in conversation and discovered her financial struggles. Priscilla revealed through tears that she had been unable to pursue tertiary education after completing senior high school due to a lack of funds, which caused her to put her dreams on hold. Moved by her story,…
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