In his final remarks at the peace conference for Ukraine in Switzerland, President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana discussed how the invasion by Russia has reduced food security in less developed nations. “The consequences of the invasion go far beyond the confines of Europe. Indeed in many ways, Africa has been …
Read More »Call off strike with immediate effect – FWSC orders CETAG
The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has been directed by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission to immediately end its strike. The Commission characterized the action of CETAG in striking at this critical juncture as an act of ill faith, considering the government’s endeavors to resolve their …
Read More »We’ll reduce the Hajj fare so that ordinary Muslim can go – Mahama promises
If John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, wins the general elections in 2024, he has promised to lower the cost of the Hajj. The former president emphasized that many common Muslims are unable to complete their Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca because of the hefty cost of …
Read More »We won’t back Free SHS bill that just protects Akufo-Addo’s legacy- Fifi Kwetey
The main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has said that it will oppose any attempts by the majority in parliament to pass laws safeguarding President Nana Akufo-Addo’s legacy. NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey described the suggested legislation to support free Senior High Schools (SHS) as a way to …
Read More »134 former MMDCEs threaten to boycott NPP campaign over unpaid benefits
After waiting three years for their end-of-service benefits, a group of former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) have given the government an ultimatum. In the wake of President Akufo-Addo’s 2021 reshuffle, 134 MMDCEs were removed of their jobs. The group maintains that their appointment letters promised them a …
Read More »A/R: Ahead of BECE, final year students urged to follow instructions in exams hall
Students in their final year of junior high school have been instructed to follow instructions in the examination hall in order to prevent paper cancellations. Students must always abide by a number of rules and regulations in examination halls, according to Mr. Yaw Opoku Mensah, Special Assistant to the Director General of …
Read More »Adopting a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach to peace building – Diana Oppong_Mensah writes
Ghana’s declining performance on the Global Peace Index as reported is alarming. Here are some objective analysis and suggestions on how the Women’s Network for Peace Ghana could help address this issue. Firstly, it’s concerning to see Ghana’s ranking drop from 40th place in 2022 to 55th place in 2024 …
Read More »Fair Wages and Salaries Commission invites CETAG to a meeting over indefinite strike
The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) leadership has been invited to a meeting by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) this Friday, June 14. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the CETAG concerns that gave rise to the indefinite strike. Today, June 14, 2024, …
Read More »We’re not bothered that Judge admits Jakpa’s tape recording into evidence in Ambulance case – Deputy AG
Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah states that he does not believe the outcome of the ambulance procurement case would be materially affected by the judge admitting the much-publicized recording involving the Attorney General and the third accused party, Richard Jakpa, into evidence. He contends that there is insufficient evidence in …
Read More »Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana declares indefinite strike
The government’s failure to execute the National Labour Commission’s (NLC) Arbitral Award Orders and negotiated service conditions has prompted the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) to launch an indefinite strike that will take effect on Friday, June 14, 2024. The goal of the strike, which affects all …
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