By Kofi Ahovi Illegal sand winning by unemployed youth in Ankwanda in the Komenda/Edina/Eguafo/Abirem Municipal District of the Central Region is rapidly destroying the community’s coastline, raising fears of severe sea erosion and possible displacement of residents. Despite repeated warnings and attempts by authorities to clamp down on the practice, many young people in the fishing village say they have no choice…
The Paramount Chief of the Atebubu Traditional Area, Ohempong Dr. Yeboah Asiamah, has appealed to Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMTL) to extend its transport services to Atebubu and surrounding communities to improve mobility and support local economic activity. According to the chief, the introduction of Metro Mass buses in the municipality would significantly enhance access to reliable transportation, facilitate the…
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana has reduced the policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent, marking the second consecutive rate cut in 2026. Earlier in January, the committee lowered the policy rate from 18 percent to 15.5 percent as part of efforts to support economic recovery and stabilise prices. Announcing the decision at…
