In Ghana, the public transport landscape has long been overshadowed by private operators, with unions like the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Progressive Transport Owners Association (PROTOA), and the Ghana Cooperative Transport Union dominating both intracity and intercity travel. For decades, these private entities have shaped the transport narrative, […]
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Ghana Launches Student Desks in 11 Countries to Support Students Abroad
In a significant move to support Ghanaian students studying abroad, the country’s Foreign Ministry has established special Student Desks in 11 diplomatic missions worldwide. This initiative, instructed by the Foreign Minister, aims to provide timely assistance to students in areas such as fees facilitation, immigration support, medical emergencies, and more. […]
Parliamentary Staff Trained on Inclusive Legislatures and Citizen Engagement
The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) recently organized a one-day workshop on Inclusive Legislatures for Gender Responsive Policies, specifically designed for departments under the Public Affairs subdivision. The workshop focused on enhancing citizen engagement in the work of Parliament, a crucial aspect of parliamentary democratic development. Dr. Rashid Draman, […]
Government Cracks Down on Unauthorized Broadcasting Operations
In a move to enforce compliance with Ghana’s broadcasting regulations, the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has ordered the shutdown of six radio stations operating without valid frequency authorizations. The affected stations are Fire Group of Companies in Sunyani, I-Zar Consult Limited in Tamale, Abochannel Media Group in […]
NUGS Threatens Nationwide Protest Over Withheld WASSCE Results
The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) has given the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) an ultimatum: release all withheld 2024 WASSCE results within one week or face nationwide protests. This demand comes after NUGS accused WAEC of unfair treatment of candidates accused of examination malpractice and failing to provide […]







