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  By Hon. Ebi Bright, Mayor of Tema Metropolitan Assembly (Ghana) Last September, I had the honour of representing Tema—and Africa—in Germany on a study tour with the theme “Fit for Climate Change – How Cities and Municipalities Are Meeting the Challenges of Climate Change.” The week-long seminar brought together mayors, town planners, and urban experts from across Europe, North America, Asia, and Israel to discuss practical solutions for sustainable urban development.   Supported by the German Embassy in Ghana and nominated by the Covenant of Mayors in Sub-Saharan Africa (CoM SSA), implemented by GIZ, the programme explored practical approaches to achieving climate-neutral cities through sustainable mobility, energy-efficient housing, flood and drought management, and public-private partnerships for decarbonisation.   Participants visited pioneering German green cities, including Mannheim, Münster, and Tübingen, recognised for their bold climate policies and innovation. ...

Singer and Composer David Ayuba popularly Known as Pzeefire has finally released his New Single STUCK ON YOU just in time for your Valentine's day celebration. February is the month of Love and it's always the best time to fall in love. Stuck On You is an AFROFUSION medley of beautiful strings, African drums and a blend of pidgin and English well fused with  crafty lyrics, invoking a nostalgic feeling from his first encounter with love.  With a master’s command of vocals and emotion, he paints a perfect picture of what it means to be “Stuck” on a person. The vulnerability, the constant thinking, desire and finally, sacrifices. This single deserves to be on every lover’s playlist as he or she celebrates with that one special person. Song Title:    Stuck On You Songwriter:   David Ayuba Performer:    Pzeefire Producer:     NewSong Beats Video Director: Da Sambo Distributor:   ZIIKI Holdings Executive Producer:   Sp...

Reading The Signals In Tema East  In politics, praise is never just praise. Especially when it is public, loud, and well-timed. Hon. Isaac Ashai Odamtten’s decision to openly commend Mr. Richster Amarfio at the Annual Thanksgiving and Devotional Worship may have looked harmless on the surface. A citation here, a few kind words there. But in Tema East, nothing stays innocent for long. The real temperature rose when a flyer began circulating on social media, boldly branding Mr. Richster Amarfio as “The Hope of the Grassroots.” No position stated. No office mentioned. No explanation offered. Just a carefully chosen message, left to speak for itself.And in politics, silence speaks loudly. That single omission has fueled intense speculation within the constituency and among party insiders. The question now echoing across Tema East is simple but loaded, Is the MP quietly supporting Mr. Richster Amarfio to take over the Constituency Chairmanship from Hon. Kempes? This question is not emer...

Ghana has commenced diplomatic negotiations with Ukraine aimed at securing the release of a Ghanaian national (name withheld) who is being held by the Ukrainians as a prisoner of war.  The Ukrainian Government has notified us of the arrest of our national and provided his identity which we have now verified.  Evidence made available indicates that the Ghanaian arrived in Moscow, Russia on July 7, 2024 where records show he signed a contract to join the 2nd Assault Company of the 71st Motorized Rifle Regiment of the 42nd Motorized Rifle Division. He subsequently participated in hostilities in the Zaporizhzhia direction. Yesterday, I held a meeting with the Acting Ambassador of Ukraine to Ghana, Ivan Lukachuk and appealed for his release to Ghana.  A special message has been sent to Kyiv.  I am also scheduled to travel to Ukraine in the coming weeks to continue with negotiations for his release.  Ghana has objected to the potential of our national being added to a...

  Pzeefire  (born David Ayuba) is an  Afro-fusion  rapper and singer  who blends afrobeats, alternative vibes, and conscious lyrics to produce a unique sound. Originally from Nigeria, he grew up with a passion for music and is also associated with the Ghanaian music scene. Releases : His works include the EPs  Hustle & Heart  and  A Beautiful Place , and singles such as  "Fire" ,  "Nobody" , and his recent release  "Oluwa Designer Pzeefire Dedicates OLUWA DESIGNER to Lovers As he drops VISUALS. It's the Festive Season and nothing feels better than looking into your lover’s eyes after some time apart, four pockets fat.  “Love is sweet but when money enters lover is sweeter”. So grab ‘em colors, let’s paint the whole town.  Destined for greatness.  This ain’t Gucci, This one no be Balmain,  “OLUWA DESIGNER” indeed is Dedicated to All Lovers. Song Title: Oluwa Designer Songwriter: David Ayuba Performer: Pzeefire...

President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday 13th November 2025 commissioned the first two phases of the $1.5 billion Tema Port Expansion Project, a major infrastructure milestone aimed at strengthening Ghana’s position as a regional trade powerhouse. The high-profile ceremony drew a strong presence of national and local leaders, including the Hon. Mayor of Tema, the Board Chairman of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), and the Members of Parliament for Tema West and Tema East. Their attendance underscored the strategic importance of the expansion to both the Tema metropolis and Ghana’s wider economic ambitions. The project which was executed through a partnership between Meridian Port Services (MPS), GPHA, APM Terminals and Africa Global Logistics (AGL)—stands as one of the largest and most advanced port upgrades in sub-Saharan Africa. Designed to boost capacity, efficiency and speed of operations, the expansion is expected to significantly ease congestion, reduce turnaround t...

The Mayor of Tema on Tuesday hosted a delegation from the Ga-Adangbe Council, led by its President, Lawyer Ayiikwei Otu, and the President of the Tema Youth Association, Mr. Abraham T. Adjei, to discuss collaborative efforts towards preserving cultural heritage and promoting urban renewal in Tema. A key highlight of the meeting was the proposal to redevelop the old Meridian site into a Cultural and Heritage Centre — a 23-acre state asset that will serve as a hub for cultural education, traditional governance, and tourism. The project will include cultural offices, residences for chiefs, and a heritage hotel to attract visitors and host major cultural events. The discussion also focused on reviving cultural education and language preservation, with calls for scholarship support and training programmes for teachers of culture and tradition. The upcoming ‘Heroes and Heroines’ book project was also discussed as a creative way to celebrate Ga-Adangbe achievers and inspire pride among the yo...

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) outlined major achievements under Ghana’s ongoing Passport Reforms Programme during a media briefing held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra, on Wednesday, 12th November, 2025. The reforms are aimed at enhancing efficiency, convenience, affordability and security in the passport acquisition process for all Ghanaians. In addressing the media, the Minister announced the introduction of a 24-hour expedited passport application processing service at the cost of Two Thousand Cedis (GH₵2000). This service is designed to ensure that applicants who have urgent needs for passports could receive the services without challenges. The Minister also informed that effective 13th November, 2025 the cost of passport application would be reduced by 30% from GH₵500 to GH₵350 in line with Parliamentary approval. He assured the public that the fee reduction does not have any implication on the quality of the passport. The de...

The Ministry of Health has hosted a delegation from the Alliance for Health Policy and the Institute Research Board to discuss a U.S.-led initiative on bilateral cooperation in pathogen sharing and health sovereignty. Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, highlighted Ghana’s commitment to achieving health independence while strengthening global partnerships. He revealed that about 45 percent of mortalities in Ghana are linked to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), prompting government to establish a dedicated fund to tackle NCDs and support the Free Primary Health Care programme, aimed at reinforcing community-level health systems. Hon. Akandoh also highlighted government’s strategy to address health workforce migration by optimizing recruitment to meet national needs while pursuing structured international collaborations. He noted that 14 countries have already signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Ghana, reflecting a balanced approach to health sovereignty and coope...

The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama and the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier held bilateral discussions on Monday, 3rd November, 2025 during the State Visit of the latter. The discussions were aimed at deepening the cooperation and friendship between the two countries for the mutual benefit of the people. It also provided the platform for the two countries to review existing cooperation and identify new areas to further enhance the relations.  The two Presidents recalled the history of engagement which has existed between Ghana and Germany that predates the formal establishment of diplomatic relations in 1957. The considerable years of cooperation have culminated into technical and financial assistance which has yielded tangible results in the areas of health, education, vocational training, renewable energy, capacity building in peacekeeping and among others contributing to institutional dev...

A wave of debate has swept through social media after veteran Nigerian actor Alex Usifo criticized what he described as “primitive xenophobic behaviour” hindering the progress of Ghana’s movie industry. Usifo, famed for his powerful roles in classic Nollywood productions, expressed disappointment over how some Ghanaians in the media treat Nigerian actors and collaborations. His remarks, made during a recent interview, have sparked strong reactions—especially from Ghanaian entertainment commentator Enock Agyepong, who publicly agreed with Usifo’s concerns. In a passionate Facebook post, Agyepong argued that Ghana’s entertainment industry has long been affected by poor leadership and divisive attitudes. He singled out CTV Ghana and its presenter Kweku Annang, accusing them of promoting “xenophobic utterances” on national television.  “Kweku Annang has made it his useless agenda to attack Nigerians,” Agyepong wrote. “He may not hold much influence here, but outsiders could easily take...

The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama has called for the establishment of a fairer and more inclusive global order that reflects the realities of today’s interconnected world. He made this call at the 2025 Paris Peace Forum, where he participated in a high-level discussion on the theme “From Bridgetown to Accra: The Visions Driving the Future of International Cooperation.” The session brought together distinguished leaders including the Prime Minister of Barbados, Hon. Mia Amor Mottley; the Chief Advisor to the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, Hon. Celso Amorim; the Vice President for Global Economic Recovery at the Rockefeller Foundation, Mr. Eric Pelofsky; and the Director of Sciences Po Paris, Mr. Luis Vassy.   President Mahama observed that the configuration of the existing multilateral order has deficits in addressing the complex challenges of the modern era. The President emphasized that the relationship between the Glo...

DJ Sly King leads the nominations, scoring 8 slots including the ultimate, DJ of the year and Best Mobile DJ. DJ Lord OTB, the current title holder of the DJ of the Year slot, follows with 7 nominations. This year’s nominees reflect abundant creative expression and DJ excellence across the entertainment industry. Powered by Smirnoff, Guinness Ghana DJ Awards 2025 will air live on Joy Prime TV on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 7PM. Africa’s Biggest DJ Night will celebrate 13 years of exceptional entertainment throughout the event, scheduled to be held at the Palms Convention Centre. Ghana DJ Awards 2025 nominations were selected by the Ghana DJ Awards Voting Board & Academy, composed of an esteemed group of entertainment professionals and influencers in music, media, digital marketing, journalism, public relations, and creative arts. Here are the nominees for the 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards: DJ/ARTIST COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR DJ Ikon, Kofi Moley, Beeztrap KOTM - Why DJ Vyrusky, ...

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on Tuesday, 14th October 2025,  paid a high-level working visit to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) Headquarters at One Police Plaza, where he held bilateral discussions with NYPD Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and members of her executive command team. The engagement, part of IGP Yohuno’s ongoing U.S. law-enforcement partnership tour, focused on expanding cooperation between the Ghana Police Service (GPS) and the NYPD in areas of technology-driven policing, counterterrorism, intelligence-led operations, and urban crime prevention. Commissioner Tisch briefed the delegation on NYPD’s advanced public safety systems, including the use of integrated surveillance cameras, real-time crime centres, and drone technology to enhance situational awareness and operational response. During a live demonstration, IGP Yohuno observed firsthand how NYPD’s network of drones and integrated camera systems are deployed in real t...

  The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, led a delegation of senior officers of the Ghana Police Service (GPS) to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) New York Field Office, marking the first-ever official engagement between the leadership of the Ghana Police Service and senior executives of the FBI in the United States. This historic visit forms part of a broader U.S. engagement aimed at deepening operational partnerships and sharing best practices between the Ghana Police Service and leading American law-enforcement agencies. During the meeting with Assistant Director-in-Charge Christopher Raia and his leadership team, discussions centered on strengthening joint partnerships to address mutual U.S.–Ghana security priorities, including cyber-enabled fraud investigations, enhancing intelligence-driven policing, counterterrorism operations, and the use of technology to detect and prevent crime. The IGP underscored the Ghana Police Service’s commitment to m...

The Ministry of Health has reaffirmed government’s commitment to improving eye health and preventing avoidable blindness as it welcomes the Orbis International Flying Eye Hospital to Ghana.  The state-of-the-art aircraft, which serves as a mobile training and surgical centre, is set to enhance the skills of local professionals and strengthen eye care delivery across the country. Speaking at the welcoming ceremony in Accra, the Deputy Minister for Health, Prof. Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, described the visit as a testament to innovation, compassion, and global partnership in healthcare.  She noted that the long-standing partnership between the Ministry and Orbis has provided specialised training for eye health professionals, improved clinical capacity, and delivered sight-saving treatment to thousands of Ghanaians.  She added that the Flying Eye Hospital offers a unique opportunity for knowledge exchange that will leave a lasting impact on the country’s health system. The Dep...