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A SUMMARY OF THE SUPREME COURTS  108 PAGE RULING ON THE SPEAKER DECLARING 4 PARLIAMENTARY SEATS VACANTThe Supreme Court’s rulingThe Speaker did not have legal representation in court.An inconsistent ruling?Five times the Supreme Court has ruled against...

The world’s governments must raise an additional US$3 trillion to achieve sustainable and inclusive economic growth goals this decade. The cost in emerging markets equals 4 percent of gross domestic product—and 16 percent for...

Today, as Ghana pauses to celebrate Farmer’s Day, let us take a moment to honor the resilience, strength, and dedication of our farmers. These are the real MVPs who rise before dawn, work through...

Some pet passports also include details like your pet’s microchip information, recent blood tests, and the necessary permits for entering specific countries.While not all countries require a formal “passport,” they do need certain...

In today’s rapidly changing world, sustainability has become a critical component of business strategy across all industries. The financial industry, which plays a critical role in the financing and protection of businesses and their...

One effect of Ghana becoming a “lower middle income country” a few years ago is that many donors retreated. The World Bank thus became the country’s most important strategic “development partner”.The role of the...

Dear Mr. Speaker, a while ago, I published an open letter to the Chief Justice of our Republic, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo.The sentiments contained in that letter came from puritanical...

I am a proud citizen of Ghana with little pride in the trajectory of our democracy. I am a father of two children who only have Ghana as their home and nationality. Just like...

The sudden passing of Ghana Freedom Party (GFP) presidential candidate, Akua Donkor, has sent shockwaves through Ghana’s political landscape, raising questions about the implications for the upcoming elections.As the Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) prepares for the...

Agricultural exports play a crucial role in Ghana's economy. Data from the Ghana Statistical Service (2023) reveals that agri-food products valued at US$3.4 billion were exported from the country between 2022 and 2023.Leading Ghana’s...

In a growing trend across various jurisdictions, parents and guardians are increasingly facing legal consequences for the actions of their underage children.This shift comes as various countries grapple with rising juvenile crime rates, leading to...

If you are a certain age and live in Accra, Tema, Kasoa, Takoradi, and their environs, there was probably a time when you thought Surfline was like, man, going to bankrupt MTN & Vodafone...

If you are a certain age and live in Accra, Tema, Kasoa, Takoradi, and their environs, there was probably a time when you thought Surfline was like, man, going to bankrupt MTN & Vodafone...

For over three decades, two major parties: the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) - deemed to be archnemises, have governed the country. This duopoly has shaped the country’s democratic narrative...

Ghana's legal system provides clear guidelines on the conditions under which individuals may be granted bail or remanded into custody, ensuring a balance between the rights of the accused and maintaining law and order....

Low and ominous rumblings are vibrating up and down banking halls in Ghana. There is some kind of gig going on with treasury bills that smells a bit off.Many of us casual observers of...

It is emerging that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and the NPP might just be killing two birds with one stone with the selection of Hon. Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (aka NAPO) as the party’s Vice...

‘Son of the soil politics’ has played, and continues to play, a crucial role in the Ghanaian political landscape since independence. It is a political strategy by which political parties leverage the indigenous identity,...

Ghana’s cocoa regulator, COCOBOD, is breaking away from a 32-year tradition of seeking funds from international banks for the annual cocoa crop season to adopt a method of self-reliance at the start of the...

Binance isn’t just another name in cryptocurrency—it’s a powerhouse with a story that’s as surprising as it is impressive.As the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Binance has not only reshaped the financial...

As Ghana strives to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), microfinance and micro insurance institutions have become indispensable in making a participatory economic growth and reduction of poverty possible.These institutions are central...

If I were to ask the average Ghanaian man which part of his body he would choose to save in a life-threatening situation, my best guess would be the penis.Given that the male reproductive...

A battle over cement pricing in Ghana reached a new stage this week when the Chamber of Cement Manufacturers (COCMAG) hit back at proposed government regulation. Frédéric Albrecht, the chair of the association, told...

The role of agriculture in most developing countries is the backbone of many developing economies. The food and agriculture industry plays a major role in Ghana’s economy. The marketability and proper handling of agricultural...

For months, I had been trying to get my colleagues at work to experience Ghanaian playwright Uncle Ebo White's original plays, which are shown every quarter of the year. I failed up until Thursday,...

IntroductionIt is so fascinating how the choice of foreign and European names for our children and ourselves has become like a spell or compulsion in the subconscious minds of most Africans.The situation has...

Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh's attempt to compare Nana Addo to Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah following his uninspiring outdooring as the running mate to the failed presidential candidate of the NPP, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is...

In today's interconnected world, where digital transformation and data-driven decision-making are paramount, the boardroom must give cybersecurity its highest priority.Cyber threats have evolved from being a technical nuisance to a critical business risk...

When it comes to what subjects I write on in my column, it is often as the spirit moves me, always with the understanding that I am not the type of person to write...

Today, would have been your 77th birthday President Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings. As such, this article commemorates the life and legacy of the exceptional leader.Though he is no longer with us, his profound...

The year 1979 was a landmark period in Ghana's political history where the country experienced extraordinary political upheavals, characterized by multiple Heads of State, coup attempts, executions of top military leaders, and the eventual...

In Ghana, trading cryptocurrencies is becoming increasingly popular, with more people joining the digital asset market. However, as they say, great trading also entails great responsibility. That’s the point where security and safety are...

As the Ghanaian cedi faces ongoing challenges, a multifaceted approach is essential to stabilize and strengthen the currency. Here are key measures that can be implemented to achieve this goal:Monetary Policy AdjustmentsThe Bank of...

The young man who said having a Dutch passport is better than having a Ghanaian PhD spoke about his reality. And you do not need to argue with him. You can speak about yours.But...

Contrary to what the NDC has strenuously tried to make Ghanaians believe in respect of the ongoing criminal trial of Ato Forson and Richard Jakpa, the emerging facts of the case show clearly that...

Some members of the public have called for the head of the Attorney-General, Honourable Godfred Dame, following his alleged leaked phone conversation with Richard Jakpa, the third accused in the ongoing ambulance trial.The...

The 1992 Constitution is the supreme law of Ghana followed by Acts or legislations passed by Parliament and then subsidiary legislations such as the Legal Profession (Professional Conduct and Etiquette) Rules.The Attorney General is the only...

A recent study conducted by the Educate Africa Institute (EAI) has revealed alarming challenges faced by children with disabilities in educational institutions.The research highlights systemic discrimination from colleagues, teachers, and non-teaching staff, compounded by...

Nigerians love their football but it is no longer the main topic of conversation for many.On the first anniversary of the Bola Tinubu presidency, Abubakar Sheka, who sells bread on the streets of the...

This article aims to emphasise that the Electoral Commission (EC) alone cannot protect our elections in 2024 due to the sophisticated and varied cyber threats we face. As cyber-attack techniques have become increasingly advanced,...

Soon after the 2016 election, a UK-based friend I had come to know through Facebook, Kwame Kyei-Baffuor, called me. saying he wanted to recommend me as Press Secretary to Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Manhyia...

“Oh Mr X is dead. Oh, we saw him yesterday. Oh, he called me this morning.What killed him suddenly? They say his death is attributable to a spiritual cause. African electronics. Oh, who killed...

In the heart of Ghana's economic landscape lies the cocoa industry, a cornerstone of the nation's agricultural heritage and a vital source of livelihood for thousands of farmers. However, recent revelations and happenings in...

It is true that concerning the search for a running mate to the NPP flag bearer, several names have popped up as possible leading contenders. But, it is also true that the name, Dr. Matthew...

As the Spring Meeting and its panoply of side events wind to a close, the recurring theme yet again is “more money” for the world’s poor. A point made with refreshing clarity by the...

Ghana is ‘dollar hungry’ as it begins another round of complex debt rework exercise, a key step in obtaining financing assurances to support its Extended Credit Facility Programme being supervised by the IMF.The country’s...

Roberta Nti (not her real name) thought she had it all figured out financially when she was awarded a scholarship to study for a Master’s Degree in the United Kingdom (UK).She arrived at the...

Dr Dennis Addo is by all indications an accomplished man. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Claron Hospital and co-founder of Bisa, an international award-winning health app.His hospital, located...

Ghana’s health sector has been in the news lately for all the wrong reasons.A few months ago, 19 renal patients lost their lives at the Korle-Bu Renal Unit because government was unable to provide...

She was born to a farmer and a petty trader. Money was always hard to come by. However, her disadvantaged background was no hindrance to her quest for academic excellence. After obtaining an undergraduate...