Ghana considers Russia as nuclear power vendor
By Karen Aryeetey Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, has disclosed that government is reconsidering Russia as one of the potential vendors to provide nuclear power to Ghana. He said Russia has submitted a proposal that includes a hybrid nuclear technology model, which the Ministry will evaluate to determine its suitability for […]
120,000 students receive refunds under ‘no fees stress’ policy
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled sweeping reforms in Ghana’s education sector, promising to make access to quality learning a guaranteed right for all citizens. Speaking at his first media encounter of his second term, the President revealed that more than 120,000 first-year students in public tertiary institutions had already […]
24-hour economy begins transforming jobs and trade in Ghana – Mahama
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to implementing the 24-Hour Economy Initiative, describing it as a cornerstone of his Resetting Ghana Agenda and one of the most transformative policies for job creation and productivity. At his first media encounter since returning to office, President Mahama said the […]
Ghana promotes investment and partnerships at Osaka World Expo 2025
Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has urged global investors at the ongoing Osaka World Expo 2025 to choose Ghana as their preferred investment destination in Africa. Speaking at the Ghana National Day event on the margins of Osaka World Expo 2025 in Japan, the Hon. Minister stated, “Ghana remains a strategic entry […]
President Mahama moves to repeal mining law, cracks down on forest reserve exploitation
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his government’s tough stance against illegal mining, declaring that no new licences have been issued for mining in Ghana’s forest reserves since his return to office. Speaking at his first media engagement of his second term, the President said Cabinet had approved steps to […]
Ghana’s economy reset delivering tangible relief – Mahama
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Mahama has declared that Ghana’s economy is showing clear signs of recovery, with falling inflation, currency stability, and renewed investor confidence pointing to what he described as “a real turnaround.” Speaking at his first media encounter since beginning his second term, President Mahama said inflation had dropped to […]
Authorities warn against contaminated beef from Savannah Region
By Murtala Issah Health and veterinary authorities have cautioned the public against consuming beef from the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region. This follows reports that carcasses of cattle that died under unusual circumstances in some communities in the district may have been smuggled into neighboring areas. The affected communities include Singa, Tari, Somum, […]
We will dualise Accra–Cape Coast–Takoradi road to boost tourism, cut road deaths – Mahama
The President, John Dramani Mahama, has announced plans to dualise the Accra–Cape Coast–Takoradi highway as part of measures to boost tourism in the Central Region and reduce Ghana’s alarming rate of road crashes. The President made the commitment during his first presidential media engagement of his second term, where he fielded questions from journalists on […]
National Theatre launches 2025 Theatre Festival Week
BY EWURABENA PAHA The National Theatre of Ghana has launched the 2025 theatre festival in Accra. This year, the theme of the week-long celebrations is showcasing the rich diversity of Ghanaian culture through the performing arts. Acting Executive Director of the National Theatre, Henry Hurbert Malm, said the main festival is expected to run from […]
More than 200 corruption cases under investigation, no escape for looters – Mahama
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that more than 200 corruption-related cases are currently under investigation and prosecution as part of his administration’s renewed fight against graft. Speaking at his first Presidential Media Encounter since returning to office, the President said the prosecutions are being carried out under Operation Recover […]
We have survived without borrowing – President Mahama
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei President John Mahama has declared that Ghana will not be rushing back to the international capital markets despite signs of economic stability under his administration. Speaking at his first Presidential Media Encounter on Wednesday, the President stressed that the government’s priority is to strengthen fiscal discipline and streamline public spending […]
Ghana’s economy recovering without external borrowing – President Mahama
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo The President, John Mahama, says Ghana has shown it is possible to manage the economy without borrowing from the international capital markets. Speaking during a Presidential Media Encounter where he met with journalists from various media houses, Mr. Mahama said Ghana’s ability to stay off external borrowing is a sign of […]
President Mahama says poor service delivery is hurting Ghana’s tourism
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo President John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns about poor service delivery in Ghana’s tourism sector, saying it is one of the main reasons why the country is struggling to attract more tourists. Speaking during a presidential media encounter, Mr. Mahama said that although Ghana is a beautiful country with a lot […]
Free SHS policy has not only been maintained, it has been strengthened – Mahama
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy is not only intact but has been given more support under his administration. Speaking at a media encounter in Accra on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, the President dismissed claims that the policy was under threat before the […]
