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Partner for Strategy and Partnerships at Deloitte Ghana, Yaw Appiah Lartey, is urging the government to further reduce the effective VAT rate to 17.5% in next year’s mid-year budget review.Ghana travel guide He argues that the 2026 Budget’s proposed cut—from 21.9% to 20%—remains too high for businesses and could weaken competitiveness. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 2026 Budget Review Seminar, Lartey said a deeper reduction would be more beneficial to the private sector. Source:Lovinghananews.com
The Bono Region has recorded 19,979 people living with HIV and AIDS, according to the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regional Technical Coordinator of the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC), Ahmed Ibrahim Bambila. He disclosed that the region also recorded 875 new HIV infections, describing the figures as “alarming” and urging stronger, coordinated interventions to tackle the underlying causes and prevent further spread. Mr. Bambila made the remarks during the inauguration of the Bono Regional Committee of the Ghana AIDS Commission (RECCOM) in Sunyani on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The newly inaugurated nine-member committee, chaired by Bono Regional Minister Joseph Addae…
Prophet Bernard Adzraku of ECG The Jesus Nation Church in Ho has revealed a vision that IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno will receive a contract extension, despite reaching mandatory retirement in December 2025. The prophet said he saw spiritually that President Mahama had approved the extension, emphasizing that Yohuno’s continued leadership is crucial for national security. He concluded that the prophecy will come to pass. Source:Lovinghananews.com
“I had to shave my hair to put my enemies in serious confusion. This new hairstyle is even more unique than the previous one. Some people were so shocked that they became scared of me to the point where they were hesitant to even give me contracts. I had no choice but to take that step. I actually love this new look, and many people are also happy seeing me like this. The old hairstyle made me look more arrogant, but this one gives me a calmer, fresher vibe.” Source:Lovinghananews.com
“Those behind these violent acts must stop immediately. Anyone supporting or sponsoring such attacks should know that their actions will not go unpunished by God. If their families care for them, they should advise them to change their ways, because the time has come for accountability. I am praying for God to expose every individual causing harm and to bring justice and peace to the innocent.” https://lovinghananews.com/article-wan-opens-up-about-struggles-of-being-an-independent-artiste/
The Ghana Police Service has begun investigating a viral video showing young men forcing a toddler to smoke a cigarette. In a statement, police said they are working to identify the suspects and ensure the child’s safety, urging the public to assist with any information. The Ministry of Gender has also condemned the act, calling it child endangerment and confirming that the video has been forwarded to the CID for action. The video shows the crying toddler being encouraged to smoke while the men laugh, an incident that has sparked nationwide outrage. Source:Lovinghananews.com
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has expressed deep concern over the withdrawal of military personnel from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, shortly before bandits abd¥cted several students. Speaking in Birnin Kebbi on Friday while hosting Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero, who visited to sympathise with the state, Idris described the situation as troubling. He said the government had earlier received intelligence about a possible att+ck and immediately convened a security meeting. “As a responsive government, when we received intelligence on a possible att+ck, we summoned a security meeting. The security agencies assured us that all was…
And I played into it because I came from being a tōmboy. I never used to get that kind of attention or be called beautiful. But it got to a point where they wanted that more than my music. It got to a point where if I didn’t go and see some ‘chairman’ personally, I wouldn’t be allowed to perform at the show. I even lost an endorsement because I refused to travel to Dubai with the company’s owner. That was when it hit me… They didn’t care about my talent.” — Tiwa Savage
According to The Recording Academy, Moliy’s “Shake It To The Max (Fly) Remix” was ruled ineligible for nomination in both “Best Global Music Performance” and “Best African Music Performance” simply because it was submitted as a remix. “Shake it to the Max” recorded over half a billion streams on YouTube and Spotify alone under 8 months Wizkid also submitted Kese and Piece of my Heart in the same categories, and it was snubbed! https://lovinghananews.com/article-wan-opens-up-about-struggles-of-being-an-independent-artiste/ Source:Lovinghananews.com
Afro-Dancehall artiste Article Wan has shared the tough realities he faces working without a record label. Speaking on 3Music TV, he revealed that being independent means handling every task on his own — from scheduling to promotions — which sometimes makes him late for interviews and other engagements. Despite these challenges, Article Wan noted that the upside of independence is the full creative and managerial control he enjoys over his craft. https://lovinghananews.com/awkward-moment-wendy-shay-rejects-drink-offered-by-oracle-at-weija-palace/ Source:Lovinghananews.com