Saturday, 7 March 2026

Current Affairs

At 69, Ghana still faces jobs and industrialisation challenges — Abu Sakara

Els: MBN360 News As Ghana marks 69 years of independence, agronomist and politician Dr Abu Sakara says the nation has made significant strides, but cautions that youth unemployment, lack of industrialisation, and economic gaps remain urgent challenges. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse programme on March 6, he provided a detailed assessment of the nation’s economic, political, social, […]

Pianim warns against rushing constitutional reforms, calls for white paper and broad public debate first

Els: MBN360 News Investment consultant Kwame Pianim has cautioned the Mahama government against rushing constitutional amendments, insisting that any reform process must be rooted in practical political experience, not driven primarily by legal scholars and academic technocrats. Speaking on Joy News’ The Pulse to mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Day, Pianim said recommendations from constitutional review discussions should […]

Entertainement

Michael B Jordan scores surprise Actor Awards win ahead of Oscars

Els: MBN360 US actor Michael B. Jordan has claimed a surprise victory at the Actor Awards, formerly the Screen Actors Guild Awards, boosting his momentum as the Oscars approach. Jordan won best actor for his performance in the vampire horror Sinners, which also took the night’s top honour — best ensemble cast. “I don’t even know where to begin; I […]

Catherine O’Hara posthumously wins Actor Award for comedy role in Hollywood satire

Els: MBN360 The late Catherine O’Hara has been honoured with the best TV comedy actress award for her performance in the Hollywood satire series The Studio. The award was accepted on her behalf by the show’s creator, Seth Rogen, who paid tribute to O’Hara’s character and work ethic. “She really showed that you can be a genius […]

Education

Ghana’s competitiveness hinges on transforming ideas into businesses and research into revenue, says President Mahama.

Els: MBN360 Education President John Dramani Mahama has placed science, technology, and innovation at the centre of Ghana’s development, urging scholars at home and abroad to prioritise research, enterprise, and intellectual leadership. Speaking via webinar on Friday, March 6, at a Ghana Studies Association event themed Ghana in Uncertain Times, Mahama said the country’s competitiveness this […]

52 Students Honoured at President’s Independence Day Awards

Els: MBN360 Education Fifty-two outstanding students from across Ghana’s 16 regions have been honoured at the annual President’s Independence Day Awards for school children, in recognition of their exceptional academic performance and commitment to excellence. The ceremony, held as part of activities marking Ghana’s Independence Day celebrations, highlighted the achievements of students drawn from both […]

Government Set to Recruit Thousands of New Teachers to Boost Education Sector

Els: MBN360 Education The Government of Ghana is preparing to recruit between 6,000 and 10,000 teachers as part of efforts to address growing shortages across the country’s basic education sector. The announcement was confirmed by the Minister for Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, during an interview in which he acknowledged […]