Cyber attacks are more common than ever – but many people don’t know how they work. This simple guide explains phishing, ransomware, MITM, and more so you can stay protected online.
Technology
Posted inBusiness / General News / Home / News / Technology / World
“Oil and Renewable Energy, a Dual Bet for Ghana’s Future”- President Mahama
“Oil is in transition. Everybody who has any assets should be pumping like there’s no tomorrow.” – President John Mahama
Posted inBreaking News / Business / Home / News / Social Issues / Technology
MTN Assures Customers: “Your MoMo Wallets Are Safe”
MTN says no MoMo wallet has been affected despite social media reports of a hack. Customers are advised to ignore false news and protect their PINs and OTPs.
Posted inHome / News / Technology / World
Google Search Box to Let You Chat and Get Better Answers with New AI Mode
Google is testing a new way of searching — by chatting with the Search box! AI Mode gives smart answers, helpful visuals, and remembers your past searches.
Posted inHome / News / Technology / Wealth / World
How Big Tech Companies Are Spending on AI — and Who’s Spending the Most
A slew of Big Tech companies reported quarterly earnings this week, and with those earnings, some progress reports on the tens of billions of dollars they’re funneling into AI.
Posted inFeatured / General News / Home / Lifestyle / News / Technology
Kumasi Cultural Centre Has an Unfolding Story About An Aged Grounded Aircraft
Kumasi Cultural Centre isn’t just a hub for Ashanti traditions and a living museum of medicinal trees, ornamental species, and a vintage aircraft turned tourist magnet. GHEducate uncovers the untold green legacy behind Ghana’s cultural heartbeat.
Posted inGeneral News / Home / News / Technology
Ghana Post To Deliver New-Chip Embedded Passport.
“Ghana Post is set to deliver newly enhanced chip-embedded passports, marking a significant step forward in the country’s digital identity and security systems.”
Posted inBreaking News / Home / News / Technology
Ghana Unveils National AI Strategy to Become Africa’s Innovation Hub
“Ghana will not only benefit from AI—we aim to lead its development in Africa.” — Hon. Samuel Nartey George
Posted inHome / News / Politics / Social Issues / Technology
Over 70,000 Passports Have Not Been Collected: Okudzeto Ablakwa Reveals
Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that over 70,000 passports remain uncollected at Ghana’s Passport Office due to widespread frustrations in the application process. He assured Ghanaians of an upcoming e-trackable courier delivery system.
Posted inHome / News / Politics / Technology / World
Malawian Government Launches Irrigation Farming Projects to Boost Food Security
The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has launched irrigation farming projects aimed at boosting food security and supporting over 10,000 smallholder farmers. Agriculture Minister Sam Kawale inspected the Bwanje Valley and Nambuna irrigation schemes in Dedza, expressing satisfaction with the ongoing progress and reaffirming the government’s commitment to sustainable farming practices.
Posted inBusiness / Home / Lifestyle / News / Technology / World
Ethiopian Airlines Set to Construct Africa’s Largest Airport Near Bishoftu
Ethiopian Airlines has unveiled plans to construct one of Africa’s largest airports near Bishoftu, backed by a $7.8 billion agreement with the African Development Bank Group. Slated for completion by 2029, the airport will feature four runways and accommodate 100 million passengers annually, positioning Ethiopia as a major aviation hub in Eastern Africa.
Posted inHome / Lifestyle / News / Politics / Technology
Mahama Launches One Million Coders Program
H.E. John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the One Million Coders (OMC) program in Accra, aimed at equipping one million Ghanaians with digital skills. The initiative, under the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, seeks to empower youth with coding expertise and drive Ghana’s digital transformation agenda.
Posted inHome / Lifestyle / News / Politics / Technology
Ghana to Develop National AI Plan – Sam George Declares
Ghana is set to develop a National Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology Strategy, with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to Hon. Samuel Nartey George. The plan aims to position Ghana as a leader in tech innovation in Africa, with supporting reforms including a startup bill and digital skills training for youth.
Posted inBreaking News / Home / News / Politics / Technology / World
No Queues for June SIM Card Re-Registration in Ghana – Minister Assures
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has assured Ghanaians that the upcoming SIM card re-registration exercise in June 2025 will be queue-free. The new system will allow citizens to register their SIM cards online using the Ghana Card, eliminating the need for physical visits and manual processing.
Posted inBreaking News / Education / General News / Home / Lifestyle / News / Social Issues / Technology / World
Dr. Susan Oforiwaa Koduah Donates Tablets to Miss Akyerema 2024 Winners
Professor Dr. Susan Oforiwaa Koduah continues her mission of empowerment by donating tablets to the top winners of Miss Akyerema 2024 in Besoro, Sekyere Kumawu. Her unwavering commitment to education and healthcare is transforming lives, inspiring the next generation of female leaders.
Posted inBreaking News / Business / General News / Home / Lifestyle / News / Social Issues / Technology / Wealth / World
SAD NEWS: SAMSUNG’S HAN JONG-HEE PASSES AWAY AT 63
Samsung Electronics is mourning the sudden loss of its Vice Chairman and co-CEO, Han Jong-hee, who passed away at 63 due to a heart attack. Han’s visionary leadership was instrumental in establishing Samsung as a global powerhouse in the television industry. Joining the company in 1988, he played a pivotal role in the development of QLED and MicroLED technologies, propelling Samsung to become the world’s leading TV manufacturer—a position it held for over 17 consecutive years. Elevated to Vice Chairman and co-CEO in 2021, Han led the Device eXperience (DX) Division, driving innovation in AI and IoT integration across consumer electronics. His commitment to sustainability and technological advancement leaves an enduring legacy that will continue to influence the industry for years to come.
Posted inEntertainment / General News / Home / Social Issues / Technology / World
Video of the Week – Trump Vs Elon Musk’s Son Lil X
Elon Musk’s son, Lil X, was all smiles, jumping around in excitement as he followed Donald Trump. Their latest interaction has sparked curiosity about their growing bond.
Posted inBusiness / General News / Home / News / Technology
E-Payslip: How to Reset Forgotten Password
Forgot your E-Payslip password and can’t access your account? Do you know the steps to reset it without waiting 30 days? Need help retrieving your login details through the Accountant General’s Department? What is the easy way of resetting epayslip forgotten password?
Posted inEducation / Home / News / Technology / World
MoE and GES to Conduct AI Assessment Pilot in Selected Senior High Schools
The Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service, in collaboration with T-TEL, are partnering with Kayma to pilot an AI-driven assessment engine in selected Senior High Schools. The initiative, supported by Google Research, aims to evaluate the technology’s effectiveness in grading essays and short-answer questions.
Posted inHome / Technology / World
DeepSeek AI? The New Technology That Is Changing Everything
Wall Street panicked on Monday as China’s DeepSeek AI outpaced ChatGPT, unveiling a powerful yet cost-effective model. US President Donald Trump called it a “wake-up call” for Silicon Valley to safeguard America’s technological dominance.
Posted inFeatured / Home / News / Technology / Travel / World
What caused the Washington DC Plane Crash?
Investigators are trying to find out why a military helicopter crashed into a passenger plane near Washington DC, killing 67 people. Possible causes include human error, mechanical failure, or a training mishap. Experts say the black boxes will reveal the full story.
Posted inBreaking News / Home / Lifestyle / News / Politics / Technology
Mahama Appoints Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko as Acting Director-General of the NCA
His Excellency John Dramani Mahama has appointed Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko as the Acting Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), marking the first internal appointment to this position. With over two decades of expertise in radio frequency spectrum management, ICT research, and telecom regulation, Rev. Ing. Fianko is set to lead the sector toward technological growth.
Posted inBusiness / Featured / Home / Technology / World
Nintendo Switch 2 Officially Revealed with Exciting Features and New Mario Kart Game
Nintendo has officially revealed the Switch 2 with a sleek design, new Joy-Con controllers, and full backwards compatibility. The teaser trailer also showcased a new Mario Kart game as a launch title.
Posted inFeatured / Home / Technology
What Is WordPress? A Guide for Beginners
WordPress powers over 40% of websites worldwide. Learn the key differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org, and explore the benefits of managed WordPress hosting with GoDaddy for faster, more secure, and hassle-free website creation.
Posted inFeatured / Home / Technology / World
What is AI, How Does It Work, and What Can It Do? – Part 1
what is AI? How does AI work? What can AI do? Is AI dangerous? Who owns AI? What are some examples of AI?
Find out how this new technology is changing our world today.
Posted inHome / Technology / World
Apple to Fix Mistakes in its New AI Feature on Iphones
One of Apple’s new artificial intelligence features is under fire for creating inaccurate news alerts, prompting the company to announce updates to address the issue
Posted inEntertainment / News / Technology / Travel
Filmmaker Wins TikTok Award for Amazing Travel Videos
George Harper, a Hampshire-based filmmaker, wins the Rising Star Creator of the Year award at the UK TikTok Awards for his viral cinematic travel videos, inspiring millions to explore and try filmmaking.
Posted inHome / News / Technology / World
U.S. Army Soldier Arrested for Selling Stolen Phone Records
Federal Authorities Charge U.S. Army Soldier for Selling Stolen Phone Records
Federal authorities have unsealed an indictment against a U.S. Army soldier, accusing him of selling and attempting to sell stolen confidential phone records. The charges involve the unlawful transfer of sensitive information, including personal call data.
Posted inBusiness / Home / News / Technology / Wealth / World
High Demand for AI Helps Foxconn Reach Record Revenue
Taiwan’s Foxconn, the world’s biggest electronics maker, made more money than expected in the fourth quarter thanks to strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI) servers.
Posted inHome / News / Technology / World
SpaceX to Provide Secure Telecommunications to the Italian Government
Italy is in talks with SpaceX for a $1.55 billion deal to provide secure telecommunications to the government. The contract would include encrypted phone and internet services, as well as communications for Italy’s military and satellite services for emergencies.
Posted inBreaking News / Home / News / Technology / World
Shocking: These Phones Will Not Support WhatsApp in 2025
WhatsApp will stop supporting 18 Android and 3 iPhone models in 2025 due to changes in compatibility with older operating systems. Affected devices include Samsung, Motorola, HTC, LG, and Sony models, with updates beginning January 1 for Android KitKat users. iPhones running iOS earlier than 15.1, such as the iPhone 5s and 6 series, will lose access starting May 5.