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‘No-Fees-Stress’ initiative gets GH¢499.8 million allocation in 2025 Budget

News CencordMarch 11, 2025

As part of the 2025 budget allocations for key policies and interventions, an amount of GH¢499.8 million has been earmarked for the No-Academic-Fee policy for all first-year students in public tertiary institutions under the ‘No-Fees-Stress’ initiative. This was announced by the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, during his presentation of the 2025 Budget […]

This is budget of a government that keeps promises – Majority Leader

News CencordMarch 11, 2025

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has praised the 2025 Budget, calling it a true reflection of the Mahama government’s commitment to fulfilling its promises. Speaking after Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson presented the budget to Parliament on Tuesday, March 11, Mr Ayariga stated that the budget offers hope to ordinary Ghanaians and introduces significant […]

Akosombo Dam spillage victims, displaced Agavedzi residents get GH¢442.5 million in 2025 Budget allocation

News CencordMarch 11, 2025

In response to recent natural disasters in the country, the government has allocated GH¢242.5 million to support victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. Additionally, GH¢200 million has been set aside to assist victims of the tidal wave disaster, which recently displaced residents of Agavedzi and surrounding communities in the Ketu South constituency. The total support […]

See the measures government intends to use to tackle inflation and the exchange rate

News CencordMarch 11, 2025

The government has outlined a series of measures aimed at tackling inflation and stabilising the exchange rate as part of its broader economic recovery strategy. These measures were presented by the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, in Parliament during the 2025 Business Statement and Economic Policy presentation. Dr Forson emphasised that the […]

Attorney-General nominates three to General Legal Council

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Akurutinga Ayine, has nominated three individuals to serve on the General Legal Council (GLC), in accordance with Section 1(2) of the Legal Profession Act, 1960. The nominees are Mr Francis Xavier Sosu, Member of Parliament for Madina; Mrs Clara Beeri Kasser Tee, a Lecturer at the University of […]

FJ-WoRDA urges government to prioritise Women’s Bank, School Feeding Programme, and survivor shelters

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

The Female Journalists for Women and Rural Development in Africa (FJ-WoRDA) has urged the government to take immediate action to fulfil its commitment to establishing the long-promised Women’s Bank. According to the organisation, women, especially those in rural communities, continue to face significant barriers in accessing financial resources, making it difficult for them to expand […]

President Mahama calls for closer Ghana-Niger ties to strengthen security and trade

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama has called for stronger security and trade relations between Ghana and Niger following discussions with Niger’s leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, in Niamey. In a statement posted on his official Facebook page today March 10, 2025, Mr Mahama stressed the need for cooperation in addressing regional security threats and expanding economic opportunities. […]

Mahama launches African Political Parties Initiative

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

President John Dramani Mahama on Friday March 7, 2025 launched the African Political Parties Initiative in Accra. The event, which was held at the Accra International Conference Centre, saw patronage from distinguished political leaders across the African Continent. The Initiative was launched ahead of the upcoming African Political Parties Summit which is slated for July […]

Ex-Presidential Staffer Questions Retention of Key Appointees Under Mahama Administration

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

Samuel Bryan Buabeng, a former presidential staffer under the Akufo-Addo administration, has raised serious concerns about the continued tenure of two key appointees from the previous government. His remarks come in the wake of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) defeat in the 2024 elections, sparking debate over political appointments. In a strongly worded Facebook post […]

2025 Budget holds the key to economic recovery – Finance Minister

News CencordMarch 10, 2025

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has underscored the significance of the 2025 Budget and Policy Statement in stabilising Ghana’s struggling economy. He asserted that the budget would serve as a crucial tool in addressing the country’s economic challenges and laying the foundation for long-term recovery. Speaking during a youth engagement session on X Spaces, […]

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