Author: TNRgh

 – Court Greenlights Rerun, Party Panics The last vestige of hope for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) to cling to the contentious Ablekuma North parliamentary seat has been ruthlessly extinguished. In a devastating blow, the High Court has thrown out their desperate last-ditch attempt to halt the impending rerun of elections, paving the way for a July 11 showdown that insiders fear will seal the party’s fate. Justice Ali Baba Abature, in a no-nonsense ruling, dismissed the application for an interim injunction filed by NPP’s parliamentary candidate, Nana Akua Afriyie, who sought to block the rerun in 19 polling…

…Mahama Directs Use of Funds for Aflao Market Redevelopment Ghana has secured a $30 million grant from the Government of the People’s Republic of China, with President John Dramani Mahama directing that the funds be used to redevelop the Aflao Market into a modern trading hub. The decision aligns with a key campaign promise he made during the 2024 general elections. The announcement was made by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. Taking to his social media platform, Ablakwa confirmed that the signing…

Solar Taxi, a Ghanaian Electric Vehicle ( EV) assembling company, has called on Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to discuss ways both entities can collaborate to support Ghana’s clean energy agenda and scale-up e-mobility solutions across the country. Management of the company during a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister, Richard Gyan-Mensah, said the Ministry’s clean energy drive aligns with company’s broader goal to deepen partnerships, and contribute to Ghana’s transition toward renewable and clean energy. Detailing their operations to the Deputy Minister, management of Solar Taxi, said the company has been in clean energy business since 2019 and…

Each African viewer deserves to see their identity reflected in the stories they watch. MultiChoice honours this fundamental need by investing in the local entertainment sector fuelling entrepreneurship, nurturing talent, and producing genuine content that mirrors the vibrant reality of Africa today. At a time when Africa’s people are navigating a series of cost-of-living shocks and commercial margins are under relentless pressure, organisations can achieve long-term business sustainability by focusing on the service they provide, and the value it can generate for their customers. This may not be the time for record-setting revenues particularly for businesses dependent on the discretionary…

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has underscored the importance of blending academic knowledge with practical business experience within Ghana’s education system. Mr. Debrah has called for a shift towards a more balanced education approach that goes beyond mere theoretical learning. He emphasized that while academic excellence is crucial, it must be complemented by hands-on experience in the business world to truly drive Ghana’s advancement. “The time has come to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world business practices,” Debrah asserted during his speech. “Empowering individuals with both academic knowledge and practical skills is key to fostering prosperity and enhancing…

The Volta Region is poised for an economic transformation as the 7th Volta Trade and Investment Fair readies to position itself as “Ghana’s Eastern Gateway to regional markets.” Scheduled from November 26 to December 8, 2025, the Fair is organized by the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) Eastern, Volta & Oti Regions, in collaboration with the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) under the leadership of Regional Minister, James Gunu. This year’s edition makes history as Ghana’s first-ever continuous trade exhibition, introducing designated 24-hour fair days. Organizers say this innovation is aligned with government’s agenda to build a thriving 24-hour economy.…

Scorecard to Resurrect Cocoa Fortunes In a bold declaration that signals a new dawn for Ghana’s struggling cocoa industry, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has officially launched a revolutionary Balanced Scorecard approach to performance management. This aggressive move, unveiled at a high-stakes three-day management retreat in Kumasi, aims to yank the sector from the clutches of inefficiency and usher in an era of accountability and results. For too long, the country’s cocoa heartland has grappled with the bitter taste of fluctuating global prices and operational bungles. But COCOBOD’s top brass, clearly fed up with the status quo, is now pushing…

As part of its Green4Clean Schools Renewable Energy Project, Vivo Energy Ghana, the Shell licensee, in partnership with McKingtorch Africa, a social enterprise focused on environment and climate change with unique innovations from plastic waste, and the United Way Ghana, a non-governmental organisation, have facilitated an educational tour for pupils of La Enobal Basic School at the McKingtorch Africa Recycling facility. The initiative aimed at sparking early interest in environmental sustainability and demonstrating how innovative solutions like plastic waste recycling plastic can create useful products while preserving the environment. The pupils, accompanied by their teachers and representatives from Vivo Energy…

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has defied regional and domestic headwinds to close the first half of 2025 on a stellar note, with the Composite Index soaring to 6,347.47 points—an impressive year-to-date return of 29.84%. The GSE Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) fared even better, posting a 43.03% gain and closing at 3,405.34 points. Market capitalization reached GHS137.5 billion, underscoring investors’ renewed confidence in equities as a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation. To understand what this momentum portends for the second half of the year, The New Republic engaged Ms. Gifty Annor-Sika Asantewah, President of Women in Forex Ghana (WiFG)…

The Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi, representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP), in Parliament has been reported dead flowing a short illness. Information gathered by The New Republic (TNR) from family members and high ranking party executives indicates that Mr. Kumi (deceased) died on Monday, July 7, 2025, though the cause of death has not yet been officially disclosed. As of now, Parliament and the NPP leadership are yet to issue formal statements or announce funeral arrangements. Mr. Kumi was serving his first term in Parliament, having won the Akwatia seat in the December 2024 general elections,…