Uganda arrests protesters over rising cost of living
The Ugandan police on Monday arrested at least a dozen protesters against the rising cost of living in Jinja, in south-eastern Uganda. "Eight of the leaders were arrested and will…
World is moving backward on eliminating hunger and malnutrition, UN report reveals
The number of people affected by hunger globally rose to as many as 828 million in 2021, according to a new UN report that provides fresh evidence that the world is…
Boris Johnson resigns
Less than three years ago, Boris Johnson led the Conservatives to their biggest election victory since 1987. Now, the prime minister has lost the support of his MPs and is…
Environmentalists sue Dutch airline KLM for ‘greenwashing’
Environmental groups are suing Dutch airline KLM, alleging that adverts promoting the company's sustainability initiative are misleading. The groups say it's the first lawsuit to challenge the so-called airline industry…
MindFreedom Ghana congratulates Janet Naa Karley Amegatcher
MindFreedom Ghana, a leading mental health advocacy organization in the country has congratulated Mrs Janet Naa Karley Amegatcher on her appointment as a Member of the Governing Board of Mental Health Authority.…
Running to IMF a lazy approach, gov’t must apologise to Ghanaians – CPP
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has described going to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for support as a lazy approach. In a statement, the party also said the move was…
OPEC’s Barkindo says Venezuelan, Iranian oil could ease energy crisis
The oil and gas industry is "under siege" due to years of under-investment, OPEC Secretary-General Mohammad Barkindo said today, Tuesday, July 5, 2022, adding the resulting supply shortage could be…
Substance believed to be crude oil discovered at Apremdo in Western Region
Residents of Apremdo in the Western Region have discovered an unknown substance beneath the soil. The black sticky material is suspected to be crude oil. Following the finding on Sunday,…
Schools will remain open despite strike by teachers – GES
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed Heads of Senior High Schools through the Regional and District Directors to mobilise their Management teams to ensure the safety and wellbeing of…
IMF officials expected in Ghana on July 6 to assess bailout request
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to arrive in Ghana on Wednesday, July 6 to begin negotiations with the government on the economic support it is…
