The Government Must Work Extra Harder To Boost The Economy- Residents Of Abelemkpe. AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Daniel Kwabena Asare Some residents of Abelemkpe have reacted negatively to the downturn in economic conditions. According to them, the hike in prices of commodities has impacted negatively on economy. They further urged the government to lay down pragmatic measures that will help boost Ghana’s economy rather than seeking financial assistance from the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. Agriculture is crucial to Ghana's foreign exchange earnings and overall economic well-being. Through the Feed the Future initiative, USAID helps Ghana achieve self-reliance by enhancing agricultural productivity and profitability, strengthening competitive market systems, increasing access to finance, promoting resilience, optimizing economic inclusion, advancing leadership, and improving nutrition. Ghana’s economy, described by the World Bank in 2019 as the world’s fastest-growing economy, has recently slowed
NDC Central Regional Chairman Prof. Asiedu Donates 7 Vehicles To Power John Mahama’s Campaign LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 2/9/2024𝙱𝚢:𝙸𝚟𝚢 𝙰𝚋𝚎𝚗𝚊 𝙳𝚎𝚍𝚎 𝙽𝚊𝚛𝚔𝚒 𝚃𝚎𝚢𝚎 In a remarkable display of support and commitment, Prof. Richard Kofi Asiedu, Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has donated seven vehicles to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. The donation, consisting of six pickups and one mobile information van, aims to enhance the party’s campaign efforts in the Central Region ahead of the December 7th elections. At the presentation ceremony, held at St. Andrews SHS, Mankessim Branch, Prof. Asiedu handed over the vehicles to John Mahama amidst a sea of enthusiastic party supporters clad in NDC t-shirts. The former President expressed his gratitude, thanking Prof. Asiedu for his unwavering support. This generous donation demonstrates Prof. Asiedu’s dedication to the NDC and its mission to secure
Cheddar Promises To Create 8 Million Jobs In 10 Years. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Justice Appiah 02-09-2024 Founder and Leader of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako popularly known as Cheddar has promised to create about 8 million jobs in the next 10 years if given the nod in the upcoming election. The initiative is to help solve the problem of high rate of unemployment as well as increase economic growth across the country. Speaking during the launch of the New Force Movement’s 12 pillars for economic freedom, Mr. Bediako said his movement’s research on attribution reserve shows that gold, iron ore, gas, bauxite, lithium, diamond, potential agro-processing and all the arable lands in the country, amount to $2.4 trillion. “We are determined to bring out every region’s wealth. So, as you can see, we have
𝐍aana 𝐉ane To Be My Co-Driver, Not Driver’s Mate – 𝐌ahama 𝐀ssures. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 John Dramani Mahama and Prof. Naana Jane Opoku 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒚 𝑲𝒐𝒌𝒖 𝑨𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒓 Former President John Dramani Mahama has said his running mate in the upcoming general elections, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku will be his co-driver to steers the affairs of the country if the National Democratic Congress emerges victorious. This assertion comes as a direct response to the Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia who earlier indicated that there were some decisions he could not take as Vice President because he is only a driver's mate. The NDC Flagbearer in an interaction with party loyalists in Chiana Paga in the Upper East Region assured Ghanaians that Prof. Opoku Agyemang will take direct responsibiltty for some ministries including education,
𝐘our 𝟐𝟒 Hour Economic Policy Is Commendable – Afede To 𝐌ahama. AFRICA NEWS LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒚 𝑲𝒐𝒌𝒖 𝑨𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒓 Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, Togbui Afede XIV has described the National Democratic Congress’ 24-hour economic policy as a sure way of readying Ghana’s economy for export. Speaking at a durbar of Chiefs in the Volta Regional capital, Ho, the traditional leader cum businessman lauded the policy while expressing optimism about its efficacy in mitigating unemployment. “As someone who believes in hardwork, I believe that this (the 24-hour economy) is what we need, and it is obvious that the application of this policy in the manufacturing sector can indeed be a game-changer”, Togbui said. The paramount Chief who is also the bankroller for Ghanaian football powerhouse Accra Hearts of Oak also emphasised that the 24 hour economic policy will be
Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam NDC Accuses EC Of Artificially Inflating Voters’ Register. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - September 2, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Gregory Pilkington Amoah The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam constituency has levelled serious accusations against the Electoral Commission (EC), claiming it has conspired with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to artificially inflate the voters’ register in the area. During a press conference held on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, in Ajumako, the NDC’s Communications Officer, Galahad Alex Andoh, alleged that over 3,000 names have been illegally added to the voters' register. He demanded an explanation from the EC regarding how these names were included in the register. “That particular register given to us by our party and that given to us by the EC has some anomalies. When we collated it we noticed the difference. The register has been bloated by
Spaces For Change (S4C) Launches Civic Space Outlook Documentary In Ghana Ahead Of 2024 Elections. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 30, 2024November 28, 20240 By Stanley Kwabla Arku Spaces for Change (S4C) a non governmental organization has officially launched the Civic Space Outlook, a documentary that sheds light on the state of civic space in Ghana ahead of the country’s upcoming general elections on December 7, 2024. The documentary explores key trends, drivers, and the impact of civic activities in Ghana, providing early warning signals to civic actors working to safeguard democratic freedoms in both Ghana and the broader West African region. The event gathered a wide range of stakeholders, including civic actors, civil society organizations, and media representatives, all playing vital roles in defending the nation's civic space. The documentary serves as a resource for assessing how Ghana's civic environment is evolving in the run-up
Minority Cautions Government Against Deployment Of Soldiers In A Manner Inconsistent With Their Mandate LOCAL POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 30, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Gregory Pilkington Amoah 30/8/2024 The Minority in Parliament is cautioning Government to desist from deploying the military in a manner that is not consistent with its mandate and as a force to subvert the democratic right of Ghanaians after Agric Minister Bryan Acheampong announced that the military will be deployed an various border points to curb the smuggling of grains out of the country. These concerns of the Minority according to Ranking Member on the Defensce and Interior Committee of Parliament are anchored on what they term as calculated use of the military in border towns across the country during the 2020 General Elections to intimidate voters. Addressing the Press, the caucus were critical of Minister for Food and Agriculture Bryan Acheampong and
Government Processes GH¢700m To Settle Customers Of Defunct Financial Institutions LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 30, 2024November 28, 20240 By: Justice Appiah 30-08-2024 Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam says the Ministry of Finance has processed the release of a GH¢700m out of the GH¢1.5m allocated for the bailout of customers of the defunct banks whose funds have been locked up. Addressing the media at a press conference, Dr. Amin Adam said he had instructed the controller and accountant general to release the funds to mitigate the stress on affected persons. “We had indicated in the 2024 Mid-Year Review of fiscal policy presented in July 2024 that cabinet had granted approval for the disbursement of an additional GH¢1.5m to provide relief and bailout for those whose funds have been locked up in the fund management companies,” he stated. According to him, the GH¢1.5m which
𝐌ahama 𝐒tarts 𝐀ccra 𝐓our 𝐖ith 𝐕isits 𝐓o 𝐀da, 𝐒ege, 𝐀shaiman 𝐂onstituencies POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - August 30, 2024November 28, 20240 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒃𝒚 𝑲𝒐𝒌𝒖 𝑨𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒓 The National Democratic Congress’ manifesto launch in Winneba may have been a resounding success but John Dramani Mahama is not resting on his oars; the standard bearer of the party who will be making a third attempt at the highest office of the land — the Presidency, has hit the ground running with his Greater Accra Regional Tour. The former President’s first stop was a courtesy call on the Paramount Chief of Ada Traditional Area, Djetse Nene Abram Kabu Akuaku III, a man he fondly refers to as his ‘father’. After a few minutes of in-camera dialogue with the traditional leader, Mr. Mahama, at his usual ebullient best, spoke highly of the Ada community — a people who