Subscribers to MultiChoice’s cable TV service, DSTV can expect to pay more as the effects of an increase in the Communication Service Tax (CST) kicks in. A note beamed via its decoders announced an extra 5 cedi increase to subscribers which will take effect November 1. A monthly subscription to Compact Plus Package is ¢205 … Read more
The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana has said the severe traffic jams in major cities in the country is an indication of gradual development. According to Shi Ting Wang, despite the trend being a cause of headaches to many road users, better management of the situation will make it a great developmental experience, reports Joy News’ … Read more
Founder of defunct Capital Bank William Ato Essien and three others have pleaded not guiltily to 26 charges including stealing of various sums in excess of ¢260 million as court sets ¢675 bail. The three are Managing Director of MC Management Services Ltd, Dr Tetteh Nettey; former CEO of the Bank, Fitzgerald Odonkor and CEO of Reroy Cables … Read more
A 15-year-old Ghanaian footballer, Baptista Adjei, has been gruesomely murdered in the UK, according to local news portals. Ghanasoccernet and Dailymail Ghana report that an unnamed teenage suspect has been arrested and detained in connection with the murder. “The suspect was arrested after he handed himself at the East London police station, officials said on … Read more
The renowned businessman and philanthropist, Mo Ibrahim condemned the youth and says “You are crazy if you vote for old men as President”. The founder of Mo Ibrahim Foundation, Mohammed Ibrahim has condemned the attitude of many African leaders who contest as president.He encouraged young Africans to emulate happenings around the world where their peers … Read more
The Ashanti Regional Chief Imam, Sheikh Abdul Mumin Haroun, has commended President Akufo-Addo for exuding much integrity and says “he is a promise keeper”. According to him, the President is a truthful leader, who always keeps his promises and, therefore, deserves to be praised for his good works. “Nana Akufo-Addo is not a 419 leader,” … Read more
Access to the Mafi Sasekpe Health Centre in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region is restricted due to water occupying paths meant for pedestrians and vehicles. The centre is situated in a waterlogged area. Health Officer in charge of the Centre, Jonas Bobi said, “we have been suffering for some time now and … Read more
Students of the University of Ghana’s Commonwealth Hall have threatened to embark on an intellectual walk should government fail to take action on their demands on issues of accommodation in the university. Addressing the press on the perennial accommodation challenges facing the University, the JCR President of the hall, Prince Lumor acknowledged the Vice-Chancellor and … Read more
Former President Jerry John Rawlings received a tumultuous welcome at Hohoe on Saturday when he visited to mourn with Energy Minister, John Peter Amewu who was bidding his late sister farewell. Security officials present at the event had a hectic restraining the excited crowd who wanted to catch a glimpse of the former president who … Read more
About 50 people have been apprehended for engaging in examination malpractices in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates which ended on Wednesday, October 2. Out of the number arrested, 30 people have been sent to court and successfully prosecuted, after which they were fined, jailed or sentenced to both, depending … Read more