Ghana’s imports surge in first half of 2023

[ad_1] Ghana imported from 47 more countries than it exported to in the first half of 2023, according to the latest report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The GSS explained that the report provides a comprehensive overview of Ghana’s international trade, critical insights on patterns and trends, and vital for data-informed decision-making and supporting…

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Ghana’s ‘Asantewaa’ wins Africa Narrative Change award at AFRIFF

[ad_1] In a groundbreaking triumph, Ghana’s 3D animated film, ‘Asantewaa,’ secured the Africa Narrative Change Award at the recently concluded Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) awards in Lagos, Nigeria. Jesse Sunkwa-Mills, the Creative Director at Mills Media Limited, accepted the accolade for his impactful efforts in challenging stereotypical narratives about Africa through compelling storytelling. The…

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Religious bloc of parliament driving Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ agenda – CDD Fellow

[ad_1] Senior Programmes Officer, Human Rights and Social Inclusion (CDD-Ghana), Michael Augustus Akagbor. A Senior Programmes Officer, Human Rights and Social Inclusion at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Michael Augustus Akagbor, has stated that the religious bloc of Ghana’s parliament is the driving force behind the agenda to pass the controversial anti-gay bill into…

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‘Mahama is by far the biggest threat to Ghana’s progress’ – Ntim Fordjour

[ad_1] Deputy Minister for Education, John Ntim Fordjour, has criticised National Democratic Congress flagbearer John Dramani Mahama for pledging to abolish the teacher licensure examination if he wins the 2024 general elections. The Assin South lawmaker argues that Mahama’s promise would undermine the progress made in the policy, which he deemed a “game changer.” In…

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Catholic Bishops warn against divisive politics of religion, urging citizens to prioritise Ghana’s unity

[ad_1] The Catholic Bishops Conference has issued a solemn caution against the insidious encroachment of the politics of religion. As the spectre of the 2024 elections loomed, these spiritual leaders stressed the paramount importance of shielding the nation from the divisive tendrils of religious politics. As the spiritual custodians of a nation that prides itself…

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Take away President’s power to grant mining rights over Ghana’s forest reserves – MCAG, OccupyGhana demand

[ad_1] The Kakum Park, part of the famed Kakum Forest. Photo credit: Africaeyereport The Media Coalition Against Galamsey and OccupyGhana are demanding the promulgation of a law that forbids the grant of any mining or drilling permit, licence or lease or any other associated activities in all forest reserves and significant biodiversity areas in the…

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