Formalizing the informal sector and developing basic infrastructure are among reasons why government is developing a national policy to handle all related activities within the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Ghana. The policy which is in its draft form at the moment would enable government to embark on an industrial transformation agenda that […]

Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta has said government will continue to pursue prudent macroeconomic policies for a stable environment that will lead to expanded economic opportunities for job creation, growth and development. He indicated that, government in accordance with the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921) will pursue growth objectives policies without compromising fiscal […]

The Tamale interchange project, Nalerigu-Bunkpurugu, Tamale-Salaga-Bimbilla, Yendi- Tatale, Karaga-Gushegu and the Wulugu-Kpasenpke-Wa roads are some major infrastructural projects expected to be commenced in the Northern region in 2019. According to the finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta, government recognizes infrastructural development as the backbone of economic development and growth as well as sources of jobs and […]

Residents of extremely hot areas have been advised to paint their roofs white, which is poor at absorbing heat, to help reduce heat in their rooms, which has consequences for the livelihoods of poor urban dwellers. They have also been advised to elevate roofs of newly constructed buildings, insulate ceilings, construct houses in a manner […]

The Deputy Inspector General of Police, COP. James Oppong Boanuh has admonished police personnel across the country to exhibit fairness, firmness and professionalism in the fight against illicit drugs trafficking. He said the fight against illicit drugs is more challenging and difficult, hence demanded a high sense of professionalism among security personal to with the […]

Finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta is scheduled to present the 2019 Budget to parliament tomorrow, Thursday, 14 November 2018. Already, President Akufo-Addo has given indications that the 2019 budget will be full of hope. His government is optimistic; that the budget would also mark the beginning of Ghana’s exit from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, […]

A Flagbearer hopeful of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Goosie Tanoh, has begun his 3 Days tour of the Northern Region. The veteran politician is taking his “Rising campaign Tour’’ to the doorsteps of branch executives of the NDC to canvas for votes. Goosie Tanoh, a founding member of the NDC has already toured […]

The Regent of Dagbon, Kampakuya Naa Andani Yakubu Abdulai, has called on the chiefs of Gbungbaliga and Nakpachie to play their roles responsibly to restore everlasting peace in the area. He urged them to channel all their energies towards fighting, poverty, disease and hunger to gain the needed peace for development and refrain from needless […]

The Coalition of NGOs in the Water and Sanitation Sector (CONIWAS) has said that Ghana need to double efforts to attain the expected universal access to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) by 2030. “The deadline to account for the SDGs to Ghanaians and the international community is fast approaching with several relevant adjustments still yet […]

The Baptist Medical Centre, at Nalerigu in the Northern Region, has marked 60 years of providing quality medical services to Ghanaians with a colourful durbar, graced by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, at Nalerigu. Addressing the celebrants at the ceremony, Vice President Bawumia commended the management and staff of the Centre for what he described as […]