Socrate Safo Source: Africa Publicity Celebrated Ghanaian film producer Socrate Safo has declined a meritorious award from the Ghana Movie Awards, citing a lack of credibility in the scheme. Safo, who has been a stalwart in the Ghanaian film industry since 1988, expressed his disappointment with the awards scheme, stating that it has lost its…
The Ghana Tree Crop Diversification Project (TCDP) is set to bring digital innovation to the country’s cocoa industry, aiming to enhance traceability and efficiency across the cocoa value chain. The project, expected to be carried out in the Western North and Eastern Regions over the next five years, will operationalize the Ghana Cocoa Board’s…
Qing Madi Spotify has named Qing Madi as its EQUAL Africa Artist for January 2025, setting the tone for a remarkable year in African music. This announcement reaffirms Spotify’s commitment to spotlighting exceptional female talent from the continent and empowering them on a global stage. This isn’t Qing Madi’s first time in the spotlight under…
Mr. Salifu Ibrahim (second left) being honored by Zoomlion Ghana Executives, Management, and Staff of Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a major subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), have honoured Mr. Salifu Ibrahim, a Youth Employment Agency (YEA) beneficiary, for his exemplary display of honesty and godliness. The ceremony took place on Thursday, January 23,…
There has been recent allegations of losses and accusations of impropriety regarding the novel gold for oil program started by the previous government with the Bank of Ghana and the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) at the centre of the accusations from some sources. The MIIF in the past three years has grown to…
Bright Bansah Bright Bansah, a PhD candidate in International Conflict Management at Kennesaw State University, in the United States, has emphasized the need for a comprehensive framework to address the recurring conflicts between mining companies and local communities in Ghana. In an interview with GHONE TV, Bansah discussed the recent attacks on AngloGold Ashanti’s…
By: Peculiar Ibeabuchi, Brand Communications Assistant and Edem Goku, Ghana Marketing Manager, Yellow Card On Thursday, 16 January, Africa’s largest stablecoin on/off ramp, Yellow Card, hosted key industry heavyweights in the fintech industry in Accra, Ghana. The event, hosted by the company’s Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy, Gillian Darko, brought together industry leaders…
Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey President John Dramani Mahama appointed Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey as the new Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). Dr. Abbey, a seasoned leader and corporate strategist, brings a wealth of experience to the role, including his tenure as Managing Director of Ignite Media Group. He has a proven track record in corporate…
In this extended dialogue, Emmanuel D’Offay reflects on preserving heritage and fostering connections between Seychelles and Ghana. Joining the conversation are Kwadwo Owusu Acheampong and Emmanuella Opoku Asante, the creators of Hidden Hands of Kumasi – Weaving Stories Through Textiles and Lenses, who share their journey of highlighting the unseen artisans behind Ghanaian…
“The present is where we get lost — if we forget our past and have no vision of the future” — Ayi Kwei Armah, The Beautiful Ones Are Not Yet Born Dreamers, storytellers, and unseen hands have always shaped the cultural narratives that endure. These are the figures whose quiet, persistent work ensures…
Today His Excellency Ambassador Abu Zein Mourns With Côte d’Ivoire Minister Of State, on behalf of him and as the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Senior Deputy Chairman. His Excellency Abu Zein called the Minister for Condolences and has expressed grief over the passing on of his mother. In a release signed by Kofi…
Mr. Salifu Ibrahim Source: Patricia Ofori-Atta In a display of honesty and integrity, a worker with the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) under Zoomlion Ghana Limited (ZL), Mr. Salifu Ibrahim, has been praised for returning a staggering GHS 20,000 to its rightful owner in Tamale, Northern Region. The incident, which has been hailed as a shining…
John Mahama Source: Africa Publicity Ghanaian President, John Dramani Mahama, has unveiled his latest ministerial nominees, and some notable names have made the cut. Muntaka Mubarak, Member of Parliament for Asawase, has been nominated as Minister-Designate for the Interior Ministry. This isn’t Muntaka’s first stint in government; he previously served as Minister for Youth and…
Dr. Rev. Sam Adeyemi Global Speaker, Dr. Rev. Sam Adeyemi, has urged business leaders and staff members to be attentive to their surroundings, emphasising that what they hear and see are critical to achieving sustainable transformation. He explained that “seeing and hearing are two critical principles that enter the heart,” and help transform people. “Transformation…
Spotify has partnered with Sony Music Publishing to host a special Publishing Camp in Ghana recently. A range of exclusive panel discussions with industry experts like GuiltyBeatz and Wale Davies, also known as Tec from Show Dem Camp, took place at the event. This camp equipped musicians, producers, publishers, and songwriters with a sharp…
Dr. Mrs. Siaw Agyepong The Chief Executive Officer of African Agribusiness Consortium (AAC) Limited, Dr. Mrs Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, has underscored the need for leaders in companies to be resilient to help drive growth. She said a resilient leader drives success, not just survival, during tough times. Dr. Mrs. Siaw Agyepong made the observation when…
