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The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Abeiku Santana, has urged Ghanaian media to dedicate 80% of their airplay to local music throughout the month of March. Speaking exclusively to GhanaWeb at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) Nominees Announcement, held at the Accra International Conference Centre on March 15, 2025, Abeiku Santana emphasised the need to promote Ghanaian music and culture. “We encourage our media houses to dedicate a significant portion of their time to play Ghanaian music this March, aiming for at least 80%, if not 100%,” he stated. Abeiku Santana also emphasised the importance…

Founder and Board Chairman of Bills Microcredit, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, has shared a memorable and transformative encounter he had with his lecturer in the UK who once told him beforehand about his entrepreneurial success. In a recent interview with Bola Rayon YouTube, Richard Quaye recalled that Michael Mainwaring, his lecturer at the London College of Accountancy had inquired from him about his plan after postgraduation. Richard in his response was uncertain about his future but his lecturer prophesied to him that he will succeed when he returns to Ghana rather than staying in the UK after school. According to Richard,…

Ghana is making headlines again, but this time for the right reasons. President John Dramani Mahama has launched an aggressive and uncompromising campaign against corruption, seeking to reclaim Ghana’s integrity, rebuild international confidence, and ensure public resources serve the people’s good. His anti-corruption drive has caught the attention of global observers, who are eager to see if Africa’s beacon of democracy can now emerge as a model of good governance. The legacy of corruption left by the previous administration of President Nana Akufo-Addo remains a sore point for many Ghanaians. The damaging effects of unchecked corruption under the NPP government…

The President of the Concerned Farmers Association, Nana Oboadie Bonsu, has raised concerns about the government’s failure to collect accurate data on farmers in Ghana, arguing that this deficiency leads to ineffective policy implementation. He emphasized that without a clear understanding of the number of farmers in the country, it is impossible for policymakers to allocate resources effectively or implement strategies that genuinely support the sector. According to Nana Oboadie Bonsu, the lack of proper data affects the distribution of essential farming inputs such as fertilizers. He questioned the transparency of the allocation process, noting that fertilizers often fail to…

The battle against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, continues to be one of Ghana’s most pressing national crises. Despite efforts by successive governments to curb this environmental menace, illegal mining remains a deep-rooted problem, threatening Ghana’s water bodies, forests, and agricultural lands. The situation demands not just political will but a swift, decisive, and sustained approach to rescue the country from environmental and economic devastation. Against this backdrop, Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, Convener of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, has once again sounded the alarm on the escalating dangers of the menace, emphasizing the need for immediate, resolute…

STAR Ghana Foundation has welcomed the decision by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson to uncap the National Health Insurance (NHIS) levy and the full allocation of funds to the health insurance sector. Mr Raymond Danso, Portfolio Manager, Right to Services at STAR-Ghana Foundation said that the decision is a significant milestone as it directly impacts private hospitals, free primary healthcare initiatives, and overall health sector funding, which is a major win for health financing in Ghana. The government has announced the full allocation of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), and Road Fund in the…

In the realm of leadership, certain qualities transcend mere competence, elevating individuals to the status of visionary figures capable of inspiring and transforming societies. And beneath the surface of policy and strategy lie the essential qualities that define a true leader: forthrightness, creativity, and, crucially, honesty. These traits, when woven together, form the foundation of a culture that embraces progress and tackles challenges head-on. The late former President J.J. Rawlings, a figure renowned for his own direct and often unconventional approach, understood the power of honesty. His views, sometimes controversial, were never shrouded in ambiguity. He spoke his mind, even…

While the nation awaits to receive news about the retrieval of looted public funds from officials of the past government, it appears that the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), the country’s leading anti-graft agency, has its own demons to fight. Startling revelations have emerged regarding the mismanagement and misapplication of funds within the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), implicating the agency’s former Executive Director, Maame Yaa Tiwa Addo Dankwa, and top officials of the NPP Government. The New Republic (TNR) has unearthed a shocking scheme that saw a staggering GhC33.5 million siphoned from EOCO’s exhibit account, which is…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has donated assorted food items to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, to help needy Muslims observe the Ramadan fast. The items included bags of rice, sugar, cooking oil, and packs of milo, milk, and water. In his remarks after the donation at the Fadama residence of the National Chief Imam on Friday, the NPA Chief Executive, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., said the visit was to share in the bliss of the holy month of Ramadan. “In this holy month of Ramadan, it is an opportunity to share so that those who…

The Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) has inaugurated a new Audit Committee, in line with the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, 2016 (Act 921), to strengthen internal control systems, ensure compliance, and enhance financial oversight within the institution. The five-member committee is chaired by Hon. Gladys Gillian Naadu Tetteh, a seasoned governance and public financial management expert. The committee, among others, will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations, monitoring financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies, and advising management on risk. It serves as an advisory body, supporting management to establish robust…