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A Ghanaian teacher talks about her struggles after taking out a loan of GH¢46,000 to move to the US. Boateng, a teacher from Ghana, has talked candidly about the personal and financial hardships he has encountered since moving to the US in pursuit of better prospects. During an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Eyewitness News’ Point Blank segment on Monday, September 22, Boateng disclosed that a bank loan played a major role in funding his trip overseas, with additional assistance from friends. “I took a loan from the bank, and a few friends also assisted. I applied for GH¢50,000,…
Nana Ama McBrown Shows Off Her New Home, Which Is Being Built After showing off her enormous new estate that is now under construction, well-known Ghanaian actress and television personality Nana Ama McBrown has once again drawn attention from the public. In a recent video that has gone viral on social media, the award-winning actress—who is highly regarded for her lucrative career in both cinema and television, gave viewers a sneak peek at the opulent home. The unfinished building, which many have referred to as “heavy” because of its size and architectural style, has swiftly gained popularity among her fans.…
On September 29, an IMF staff mission travels to Ghana for the fifth program review. On September 29, 2025, a staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to land in Accra for Ghana’s fifth program review under the US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF). Following the conclusion of the fourth assessment earlier this year, the review will analyse Ghana’s progress towards important macroeconomic and fiscal goals. Additionally, it is anticipated to ascertain whether the nation is eligible for the upcoming October payment of roughly US$360 million. Since joining the program in May 2023, Ghana has received over…
According to a recent discovery that has sparked discussions, a Ghanaian lady broke off her relationship with her Ghanaian partner after moving to the UK. According to what she said in an interview, the main reason for the lady’s choice is that she is reluctant to provide financial support for her partner’s relocation to the UK. The woman stated her position and explained that she would rather help her siblings than spend money travel to the UK to bring her boyfriend. READ ALSO: The lady turns down the plumber’s boyfriend’s proposal. She made it clear that although her boyfriend is…
In Ghana’s small-scale mining (Galamsey) towns, a year-long investigation has found dangerously high levels of lead, arsenic, and mercury, posing major environmental and public health risks. Between August 2024 and September 2025, Pure Earth and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) collected soil, water, air, crop, and fish samples in six different regions for the study. Toxic metal concentrations were found in communities such as Konongo Zongo, Prestea, Asiakwa, Bibiani, and Wassa Kayianko that were far higher than both national and international safety requirements. READ ALSO: Deborah Seyram Adablah Blasts Ghana Police Amid Recent Court Case Mercury levels in the soil…
According to Palgrave, Ghana has no single founder. Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, the former government spokesperson on governance and security, has maintained that Ghana’s independence was achieved by the combined efforts of numerous political individuals and that the country cannot be regarded to have had a single founder. On Monday, September 22, 2025, Dr. Boakye-Danquah discussed the 116th birthday of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president, which was celebrated on September 21 on Breakfast Daily on Channel One TV. He claimed that although Nkrumah merits national honour, it is inaccurate to claim that he was Ghana’s only founder. “In a…
According to Nana Aba Anamoah, Nana Ama McBrown is worthy of a diplomatic passport. Media personality from Ghana According to Nana Aba Anamoah, Nana Ama McBrown ought to be on the list of well-known individuals who the Ministry of Foreign Affairs grants diplomatic passports to. Recently, the government has received praise for its innovative thinking in awarding passports to celebrities who have been using social media to present a favourable image of Ghana to a worldwide audience. Nana Aba Anamoah clarified in a widely shared video how the presenter of Onua Showtime has inspired and improved the lives of several Ghanaians and others living abroad. Nana Ama McBrown would have been a great…
Blakk Rasta is healed by Prophet Kakande. During a recent meeting with Prophet Samuel Kakande, a Ugandan church leader, Ghanaian reggae singer and media personality Blakk Rasta disclosed that he was instantly relieved of chronic leg aches. Prophet Kakande was ministering to the outspoken artist during a church service in Uganda when the incident happened. READ ALSO: Founder’s Day: President John Mahama Declares September 22 a Public Holiday. Despite releasing 13 albums, Blakk Rasta—who is well-known for his socially conscious reggae music—told the prophet that the money he has made from his career has fallen short of his expectations. Prophet…
Regarding this year’s Founder’s Day public holiday, the Ghanaian presidency has issued an official statement. The holiday, which falls on Sunday, September 21, will be observed on Monday, according to a statement issued on Wednesday, September 17. The public is hereby notified that Founder’s Day, a Statutory Public Holiday, falls on Sunday, September 21, 2025. However, in view of the fact that 21st September 2025 falls on a Sunday, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, has, by Executive Instrument (E.I), in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601), as amended,…
Speaking about the Manhyia Palace, Shatta Wale Exhibits Humility Shatta Wale has once again expressed his emotions in a way that has captured the interest of many Ghanaians. This time, the dancehall performer, who is well-known for his audacious remarks and extravagant demeanour, decided to express his respect in a very intimate manner. “If I were in Kumasi, I would sweep the Manhyia Palace every morning,” he remarked. Although it was a straightforward statement, it had profound significance since it expressed his feelings about the Ashanti Kingdom, the Asantehene, and the culture that many people cherish. Such remarks revealed a…