Browsing Tag

Ghana

Ivory Coast and Ghana are placing stress on multinational chocolate

Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana are decided to proceed their offensive that started on Monday, November 30, 2020 in opposition to two US chocolate multinational firms. Abidjan and Accra accuse Hershey and Mars of not eager to pay a particular premium supposed to higher pay cocoa-producing farmers. A gathering between the gamers within the sector will happen this Thursday in Yamoussoukro.…

the intermediary’s fear of maintaining the special contribution

Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana launched an unprecedented media offensive on Monday (November 30th) against Hershey and Mars, two US multinational chocolate companies, accused of failing to pay the "decent income gap". A special bonus of $ 400 per tonne to better pay small cocoa producers. According to an intermediary, the behavior of the two US multinational companies could jeopardize the maintenance of this…

a calm advance vote

In Ghana, polling stations opened on Tuesday, December 1, for workers mobilized for the election: soldiers, observers and journalists. Anyone who will not be able to vote on the day of the presidential and legislative elections on 7 December could therefore vote in this early vote, which took place in peace. From our special…

Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana are rebelling in opposition to two American chocolate makers

Hershey's and Mars, two American corporations within the chocolate trade, draw anger from Abidjan and Accra. Ivorian and Ghanaian cocoa regulators criticize them for undermining efforts to extend farmers 'producers' incomes. The 2 multinational corporations have "quickly" modified provider to keep away from financing the respectable revenue distinction, a bonus supposed for cocoa farmers.…

controversy following the deployment of the army in the Volta region

In the light of the presidential election on December 7, the Ghanaian army has been stationed in the Volta region, which is favorable for the opposition party. A military presence that displeases the local traditional leaders, who say they fear "threats" to voters and demand demilitarization of the area. as reported from Accra,…

arms transfer between candidates in free high school education

The two main candidates in the presidential election in Ghana clashed again this Thursday, November 26, through meetings on the issue of free high school education. This flagship action by President Nana Akufo-Addo has enabled more than 430,000 students to return to school. Rival Maisson John Dramani Mahama also claims paternity.…

debate on massive enrollment and overcrowding in schools

Four years ago, free high schools were one of President Nana Akufo-Addo's campaign promises. In Ghana, it has made it possible for more than 430,000 young people to go to college and high school. they were just under 300,000 in 2016. This massive enrollment has caused congestion in schools, forcing students to switch to play. And critics are fired against this system by rotation. Back to a popular…

NPP virtual meeting due to pandemic

The presidential campaign has resumed in Ghana, following a seven-day national mourning ceremony in honor of former President Jerry Rawlings. But due to the Covid pandemic, few meetings take place in the capital. On Sunday, therefore, the ruling party NPP held a virtual meeting that spectators could follow via a live Facebook.…

Jerry Rawling’s death becomes a campaign issue

In Ghana, Jerry Rawling's death aroused popular sentiment. Less than a month after the presidential election, the two main political parties are vying for tributes to the former president. From our Accra correspondent,Since death of "JJ Rawlings"Went into Ghana a period of national mourning. The two main parties vying for the…

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Accept Read More