Musician, King Paluta, has hit back at former Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, for allegedly labeling his song ‘Makoma’ as profane. Mark Okraku-Mantey allegedly claimed during a discussion on Peace FM’s Entertainment Review show, that the lyrics contained inappropriate language and were unsuitable for high-profile figures like Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to associate with. However, ...

Parliament has officially approved the Electronic Transfer Levy Repeal Bill 2025, effectively abolishing the controversial E-Levy, which previously taxed electronic financial transactions in Ghana. The E-Levy, which was initially introduced at 1.75% before being revised to 1%, imposed taxes on electronic transactions, including mobile money payments, bank transfers, and inward remittances. The levy, introduced in 2022, faced significant opposition from ...

Actress, Beverly Afaglo, has revealed that light-skinned actresses were the top choice for movie producers during the early years of her career in the film industry. Speaking in an interview on Joy Learning TV, Afaglo disclosed that there was a strong preference for lighter-skinned actors, a trend driven by the belief that they looked more appealing on screen. “Our time, ...

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has outlined a series of cost-cutting measures aimed at reducing government expenditure and ensuring prudent financial management. Speaking at a meeting with World Bank Division Director Robert Taliercio O’Brien and his team, Dr. Forson reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to fiscal prudence, particularly within the framework of the country’s IMF-supported programme. Acknowledging the financial challenges of ...

Actor Agya Koo has recounted a chilling incident in which he narrowly escaped a deadly encounter with the notorious alleged occultist Dr Sri Yogi Ram Beckley. Speaking on his Tete Mmofra Online TV podcast, the veteran actor recalled a moment from his early days as a cobbler in Accra. Agya Koo explained that he was once invited to work at ...

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated 72 individuals for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE) in eight regions. In a statement issued by the Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim disclosed that the nomination is pending approval from their respective District Assemblies. He further added that the nominations are in line with Article 243(1) of ...

The Minister for Energy and Green Transitions, John Abdulai Jinapor, has cautioned State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) against the misuse of electricity, emphasising that power is no longer free and must be paid for in full. He stressed that a change in attitude towards electricity consumption is necessary to prevent serious financial challenges within the energy sector. The Minister warned that failure ...

Ken Thompson, former Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, has commended the Mahama administration for presenting a budget that he describes as clear, data-driven, and focused on addressing real issues. Speaking on the matter on Face to Face on Channel One TV on Tuesday, Thompson highlighted the stark contrast between the current budget and those of the previous government. “For ...

The Member of Parliament for Bantama and former Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has dismissed the idea of constructing an airport in Cape Coast, He argued that improving road infrastructure is a more practical and economically beneficial solution. Speaking in Parliament during discussions on the approval of a GHS 3.2 billion budget for the Ministry of Roads and ...

Five countries have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup to be hosted in US, Mexico, and Canada. The teams, including the hosts, are: · United States of America (USA) · Canada · Mexico · Japan · New Zealand The FIFA 2026 World Cup will feature a record 48 teams. The games will run from June 11 to July 19. ...