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District level elections has been postponed in some electoral areas in the Ashanti and Eastern regions due to technical challenges. This decision, due to unforeseen technical challenges, was contained in an EC statement released on the originally scheduled date of the elections on December 19, 2023.

Electoral Commission has rescheduled the District Level Elections (DLEs) in some areas in the Ashanti and Eastern regions to Thursday, 21st December 2023. The Commission in a statement issued on Tuesday indicated that the rescheduling had been necessitated by several technical challenges.

Ghana’s District Assembly Elections Act of 1994, stipulates that “District Assembly elections (DLE) are held every four years and shall be held at least six months apart from parliamentary elections.”

Former President and flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has been trumpeting a 24-hour economy that he believes will breathe fresh life into the ailing Ghanaian economy. This decision has received varied opinions from individuals, politicians, civil society organizations, and the business community.

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MPs who are against the passing of the LGBTQ bill must be voted out by their constituents - Charles Owusu

In a social media post, former President Mahama who is also contesting the 2024 presidential election, said, "Corruption is a canker that eats away at society. I am steadfast and resolute in my determination to fight corruption at all levels. Today is another opportunity to reaffirm my commitment to fighting and tackling corruption head-on."

Seven head teachers in Senior High Schools (SHSs) across the Ashanti Region have been asked to step aside for allegedly charging unauthorized fees from fresh students.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) has made it clear to the Government of Ghana that it cannot impose or intensify import restrictions for balance of payments purposes. This is an agreement contained in the IMF bailout package which has pledged to support Ghana’s balance of payment with some $3 billion between 2023 and 2026. Listen as we discuss this issue to know the next move of the government.