Tamale: Ghana may be forced to import cassava in the future if viral diseases threatening the crop are not effectively contained, Dr. Allen Oppong, Principal Research Scientist at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Crop Research…
Month: September 2025
Farmers and Extension Officers Equipped to Enhance Yam Seed Production
Nyankpala: A total of 90 farmers and 30 agricultural extension officers have benefited from a capacity development workshop aimed at boosting the production quality of yam seeds for both commercial and small-scale entrepreneurs. The workshop was condu…
Deputy Transport Minister Commends GPHA’s 24-Hour Port Operations
Accra: Madam Dorcas Affo-Toffey, the Deputy Minister for Transport, has paid a working visit to the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), commending the company for the successful roll-out of 24-hour port operations. The visit formed part of her …
Access Bank Ghana Appoints First Female Managing Director, Pearl Nkrumah
Accra: Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has announced the appointment of Madam Pearl Nkrumah as Managing Director, effective October 1, 2025. Her appointment has received approval from the Board of Directors and Bank of Ghana, in line with regulatory requireme…
Residents in Keta Voice Frustration Over PURC’s 1.14 Per Cent Electricity Tariff Hike
Keta: Residents in Keta Municipality of the Volta Region have expressed frustration following the Public Utility Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) approval of a 1.14 per cent increase in electricity tariffs. The decision has sparked concern about the imp…