In the political landscape of Ghana, the upcoming elections are influenced by two important factors: the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) "Breaking the 8" agenda and John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) securing the 8th position on the ballot paper. 1. The NPP's "Breaking the 8" Agenda: The NPP has been in power for two consecutive terms with President Nana Akufo-Addo (2016-2024). Their "Breaking the 8" agenda aims to win a third consecutive term, which has never been achieved in Ghana's Fourth Republic. Since 1992, power has alternated between the NDC and the NPP every eight years. By breaking this cycle, the NPP hopes to achieve a significant milestone and defy historical trends. However, the NPP faces challenges such as voter fatigue, economic concerns (inflation, unemployment), and issues related to governance and corruption. Despite these challenges, if the NPP can effectively communicate their vision for continuity and

Nana Kwame Bediako, the renowned Ghanaian businessman, philanthropist, and real estate mogul, has officially announced his candidacy for the 2024 general elections in Ghana. After much anticipation and speculation about his entry into politics, Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, is now ready to make his mark on the political landscape, vying for a position to serve the people of Ghana in a new capacity. In a historic and highly anticipated move, Bediako’s position on the ballot has been confirmed as number 12. This position, some believe, could be symbolic of his goal to bring balance, leadership, and innovation to the country's governance. As a political newcomer with a dynamic background in business and community development, Bediako’s candidacy promises to shake up the competition. A Vision Rooted in Development Nana Kwame Bediako is no stranger to the spotlight. Over the years, he has built an impressive business portfolio, with his real estate firm, Wonda World Estates, beco

The CSD-Ghana believes strongly that the foundation of any free and fair election is a credible register and as such, any effort towards having a credible Voters’ Register must be supported by all democracy lovers. The Electoral Commission has admitted to many errors in the Electoral Roll, as pointed out by the NDC, but has failed to allow for an independent forensic audit into the same. The EC, for example, has admitted that there were illegal vote transfers in Sagnerigu, Pusiga and Tamale South by an Electoral Commission Official in Tamale South. According to the EC, these illegal transfers went through because there was no “liveness check” mechanism in place to prevent such situations.  The NDC says the situation is widespread so there must be an audit. This is a fair and reasonable call to make, but the EC has remained intransigent. CSD-Ghana stands ready to fully participate in this protest and asks other democracy lovers to join us to mount enough pressure on the Electoral Commis

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced new features to the platform. The changes come after his release from prison last week. Durov was arrested in France in August on charges of refusal to cooperate with law enforcement and complicity in managing an online platform “to enable an illegal transaction in an organized group.” Announcing the new features via his official Telegram channel and on X (formerly Twitter), he wrote “ Today, we’re introducing new features while phasing out a few outdated ones.” Telegram removes People Nearby feature The platform has removed the People Nearby feature which allowed users to see — and message — other users who were nearby. It has been replaced by Business Nearby to showcase legitimate, verified businesses. The company has also disabled new media uploads to Telegraph – the blogging tool. Read the full post here Telegram has reached 10 million paid subscribers. 10 million people are now enjoying Telegram Premium! Today, we’re introducing new features whil

A heated argument over their fathers’ wealth at O’Reilly Senior High School turned tragic when a final-year student was stabbed during a confrontation on campus. In a video shared with GhanaWeb, a cousin of the victim, Edward, who was a General Arts student, recounted the incident to TV3. After finishing a morning exam, they heard commotion and discovered Edward engaged in a physical altercation with another student, Godwin. The argument escalated violently, leading to Edward being stabbed multiple times. Despite the gravity of the situation, teachers reportedly did not intervene. Students quickly organized to find a taxi to transport Edward to the hospital. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The school has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident. Degeniuz Blog is following this event and will update you with latest developmevent .

The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has confidently declared that the 2024 Voters’ Register is both robust and credible, urging citizens to disregard claims suggesting otherwise. In an X post on Wednesday, the Commission emphasised the integrity and reliability of the Voters’ Register, assuring the public that it is fully prepared for the upcoming 2024 Elections. This follows claims by the main opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) that the register has discrepancies that must be corrected ahead of the elections. NDC flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama has also asked the EC to sit up and do its work properly. Speaking at a gathering in Adjen Kotoku within the Amasaman constituency as part of his Greater Accra regional campaign on Wednesday, Mahama emphasised the need for the EC to intervene immediately to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. “A lot of people cannot find their names. Other people’s names have been transferred without their knowledge. Peopl

Ghanaian reggae and dancehall musician Ras Kuuku shared his thoughts on the much-discussed 24-hour economy during a studio discussion on Onua TV.  With the 2024 elections drawing closer, the topic has gained traction as John Mahama, the presidential candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), campaigns on the promise of implementing a 24-hour economy. Ras Kuuku expressed his curiosity and interest in the concept, stating, "For digitalisation, we have already been experiencing it. Ghana is gradually being digitized. But we haven’t seen the 24-hour economy before." His remarks highlight the gradual shift towards a more digital society but also underline the novelty and potential impact of a 24-hour economy in Ghana. He further added, "It is something I want to see, so I would like for him [Mahama] to come and implement it so I can witness it." Ras Kuuku's statement reflects a desire to see the practical application of this economic model in the country,