Politics of Saturday, 12 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comOkatakyie Afrifa Mensah who has been a staunch critic of John Dramani Mahama has said he told the former president the bitter truth when their paths crossed. When I got to his office, the first thing I told him was that I don’t believe in John Mahama’s leadership.”Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah still holds this view and opines that “John Mahama is a bit stale” hence, he believes “we need fresh ideas”. According to him, John Mahama has nothing to offer the country should he return to power. The broadcaster without equivocation said Mr Mahama as presidential candidate will be no match for any of the three leading contenders in the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearership race. “In NPP when you look at the three leading candidates any of them that comes I am sure is better than John Mahama,” he said.

Entertainment of Saturday, 12 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian comic actor, Father Ankrah, popularly known as African Charlie Chaplin now has the most subscribed YouTube channel in Ghana, surpassing the previous record-holder; Wode Maya. Father Ankrah, a skilled Ghanaian comedian, has emerged as the new YouTube sensation, surpassing Wode Maya's subscriber count. In 2021, Wode Maya became the first Ghanaian to attain the milestone of one million subscribers on the popular online video platform. Father Ankrah, along with his fellow content creator; Stone, are taking over the digital landscape, captivating audiences with their innovative comedy videos. Born Eric Duodu Ankrah on February 21, 1993, Father Ankrah is a multi-talented Ghanaian internet sensation celebrated for his prowess as a professional dancer, unicyclist, comedian, and content creator.

General News of Friday, 11 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThere was a big display of political harmony and comaraderie at a plush 70th birthday of Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr. Photos and videos available to GhanaWeb showed a rich mix of politicians from the governing New Patriotic Party (NDC) and the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). Others from his own Convention People's Party (CPP) and other smaller parties were also present. NPP founding father, Nyaho Nyaho Tamaklo is also captured as is CPP chairperson and Kobina Ivor Greenstreet, former CPP flagbearer and Despite Media CEO, Osei-Kwame Despite. Watch the latest episode of The Lowdown on GhanaWeb TV below:Watch the latest episode of Legal Agenda on GhanaWeb TV below:Share your news stories and ideas with GhanaWebTo advertise with GhanaWeb

General News of Friday, 11 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comIn an informative conversation, German Ambassador to Ghana, Daniel Krull, has elaborated on the multifaceted projects and collaborations that the German Embassy is actively pursuing in the West African nation. The ambassador sheds light on the embassy's role as a conduit for diverse activities, representing the entire spectrum of the German government's endeavours in Ghana. Through various projects, the German Embassy aims to support Ghana's efforts to expand its economic opportunities and enhance the livelihoods of its citizens. In the realm of economics, the ambassador highlighted ongoing projects orchestrated by Germany's Ministry of Economics in collaboration with Ghana's Ministry of Industry and Trade. "Our Ministry of Science and Research alone has a portfolio of 150 million until 2027 for cooperation with Ghana," he shared.

Regional News of Wednesday, 9 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThousands of BECE candidates in the Great Ningo Traditional Area in the Greater Accra Region has received assorted examination materials and sanitary pads to enable them go through the exams successfully. Naana Dugbakuwor Dugba II, Paramount Queen of Great Ningo Traditional Area paid a 2-day visit to some schools and provided them with the aforementioned items and gave them good counsel to write the exams without fear. Admonishing the Basic Education Certificate Examination candidates, the Queen charged them to take their books seriously in these last days to enable them to achieve the desired results because the future of the traditional area is in their hands. The Paramount Queen, under her foundation, Manye Dugbakuwor Foundation, engaged candidates from both the private and public basic schools across the three Circuits, namely the Tsopoli-Dawa Circuit, the Ayertepa-Mangotsonya Circuit, and the Ningo Circuit of the traditional area. The Queen pledged to continually influence the development of education in her traditional area and promote girl child education at all levels.

Entertainment of Wednesday, 9 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comA video capturing lovey-dovey moments of A Plus and his wife, Akosua Vee, has sparked reactions on social media. In the said video, A Plus and his wife were sharing intimate moments at a coded location. Kwame A-Plus repeatedly showered praises on his wife, while making pronouncements about how gorgeous her body is. This appears to be the first time A Plus has been spotted in public since his father's death in July. Clad in a black fit, it appears his wife, who resides in the United Kingdom, flew to Ghana for the upcoming funeral.

General News of Wednesday, 9 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaWeb can confirm that the embattled former minister of sanitation and water resources, Cecilia Abena Dapaah’s assets and bank accounts containing millions of dollars and cedis have been frozen by the office of the Special Prosecutor. The powers of the OSP permit it to administratively freeze the accounts of a person of interest but beyond that, it will need the confirmation of the court to keep the account(s) frozen for a longer period. The case to confirm the freezing of the accounts and assets is expected to be heard next week. The embattled former minister has been in the spotlight following an alleged theft that occurred in her Abelemkpe residence in Accra. TWI NEWSHer house helps are accused of having stolen monies in excess of one million dollars and other valuables belonging to her and her husband at home.

Out Abroad: Pope Tells Trans Person God Loves Them; Court Rejects Bid to Block Anti-LGBTQ BillPope Francis tells a trans person "God loves us as we are," trans swimmers in Japan are allowed to compete in a competition, and Ghana's Supreme Court rejects a bid to block an anti-LGBTQ bill. Pope Tells Trans Person That ‘God Loves Us As We Are’Pope Francis told a young trans person that “God loves us as we are.” The message came via podcast, where the Pope listened and responded to audio messages from young people. Husain Al-Musallam, The World Aquatics President, announced that swimming will set up an “open category” that will include trans competitors. Ghana’s Supreme Court dismissed a legal challenge seeking to block parliament from passing an anti-LGBT bill. However, Ghana's Supreme Court ruled that arguments were not sufficiently convincing to grant an injunction.

Sam George, while speaking to Joynews suggested that the real sector business in Ghana is an enterprise for ‘money laundering’, a comment which the association didn’t take lightly. Sam George who reacted indicating that he is in no position to apologise, also noted that he stands by his words. Weeks on, Sam George has challenged the association and asked how he is still not in court despite their threats. Sam George made these comments while touching on matters regarding the Saglemi Housing Project on TV3. “Any real estate developer who says he is going to take over Saglemi, we’ll develop the money,” Sam George further noted.

General News of Monday, 7 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comOne of the men who was part of the 12-man team who have just achieved a historic feat of driving 10,000km from Accra to London, Saka, has recalled how while planning to embark on the journey, a government official tried to discourage them. Speaking from their London location, after the 16-day journey, Saka told TV3 Newday that there were a lot of people who did not believe in them, and as such, tried to discourage them. He explained that one of those people, without mentioning names, was a person who is a government official. The team started their journey on July 23, 2023, and arrived in London on Sunday, August 6, 2023, after completing the historic 10,000km feat. Watch the latest episode of Legal Agenda on GhanaWeb TV below:Watch the latest episode of The Lowdown on GhanaWeb TV below:You can also watch the latest episode of Everyday People on GhanaWeb TV below:AE/OGB

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has lamented the poor state of the Ghanaian media and the poor conditions of service of its practitioners, demanding that concrete steps be taken to better the lot of the media such as improved conditions of service and protection of journalists. It’s not only the fear and the intimidation, or the attacks and violence against media personnel but the working environment of the Media personnel . “If the media is that important, how come the country has not come out to clearly spell out some conditions of service, even if it’s minimal for the media personnel? And there is the need for us to relook at the welfare and conditions of service of the media practitioner,” he advocated. Ghanaian Journalists and other practitioners have been the subject of physical and verbal attacks, especially in recent times.

According to the documents, on October 4, 2022, Cecilia Dapaah warned one of her domestic staff members not to enter certain rooms in the house during her work. However, on October 6, 2022, the staff member managed to enter a room and was caught by Dapaah's husband, Daniel Kuffuor. The police then took a statement from the juvenile suspect, and charges were filed accordingly. However, due to discrepancies in her age determination, she was discharged and subsequently re-arrested with fresh charges filed at the Juvenile Court. “The docket that was submitted to us had nothing about a case pending in any juvenile court.

Business News of Monday, 7 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comOn Monday, July 31, 2023, Ghana’s Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Ken Ofori-Atta presented before parliament a review of the 2023 Budget and Economic Policy of government. Highlights of the minister’s presentation included the revision of government’s appropriation downwards from GH¢227.7 billion as presented and approved in November 2022 to GH¢206.0 billion. The minister while announcing no new tax measures also told parliament that government was not going to require a supplement to the budget. On the issue of the performance of the economy, Mr Ofori-Atta while admitting to the challenges faced by the economy announced that the country has made a significant turn towards recovery. On Sunday, August 6, 2023, Mr Ofori-Atta appeared as a guest of state broadcaster GBC’s Talking Point program where he discussed further contents of the mid-year budget and key economic issues.

News that a driver has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment with hard labour for cursing a police officer with the dreaded Antoa deity has been widely condemned by many, especially social media users. The court found him guilty of “offensive conduct contrary to section 207 of the Criminal Offence Act 29/60”. According to the judgement, the driver showed no remorse after explaining the circumstances under which he invoked the curses on the plaintiff. Accused is sentenced to 12 months in high,” the verdict read. The decision of the court has angered many on social media users.

General News of Sunday, 6 August 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comA group of Ghanaians who embarked on a 10,000km road journey from Accra to London have safely arrived at their destination. The typical and patriotic Ghanaians in them came out and shared experiences with some fans upon arrival as they hoisted numerous flags of Ghana. Accra to London," some screamed in excitement. Others were spotted in ‘chalewotes’ (slippers) drinking famous and household Ghanaian beverages and chatting with friends and loved ones. It was earlier reported that the only female, Nana Afua Serwaa Adusei, a mechanical engineer only made the journey as far as Morocco.