President Mahama to roll out 10km road project in 166 constituencies annually from 2026
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his government will begin a major road infrastructure programme in 2026, constructing 10 kilometers of roads, drains, and pavements in 166 constituencies each year. Speaking at the relaunch of National Sanitation Day at the Institute of Local Government Studies in Accra, President Mahama explained that […]
16 arrested, 64 phones seized during WASSCE exams – WAEC
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has reported a rise in examination malpractice during this year’s West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), for School Candidates. Monitoring teams discovered cases of impersonation, unauthorized mobile phone use, and the sharing of exam questions among candidates and some invigilators. John Kapi, WAEC’s […]
Little Drop Lifeline Foundation transforms lives in Ghana’s vulnerable communities
By Azaglo Michael Since its establishment, Little Drop Lifeline Foundation has been a beacon of hope for vulnerable communities across Ghana, impacting lives through education, humanitarian aid, and community development initiatives. The foundation has successfully enrolled numerous children back in school, fed over 500 people living on the streets of Accra, supported individuals in learning […]
From the Continent, For the Continent: Building Homegrown Instant Payment Systems to Drive Financial Inclusion in Africa
By Dr. Robert Ochola and Premier Oiwoh Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, marked by rising mobile phone adoption even in remote regions, rapid fintech innovation, and the steady growth of digital public infrastructure such as interoperable payment systems and digital ID frameworks. These trends are laying a critical foundation for inclusive economic growth. Yet, […]
Apostolic Faith Church Ghana holds 2025 Camp Meeting Musical Concert
By Rachel Kakraba There was an atmosphere of joy as members of Apostolic Faith Church Ghana and other music lovers gathered in the presence of God at the auditorium of its Akplaku headquarters for the 2025 Camp Meeting Music Concert. Dubbed freedom in Christ, the Musical Concert is part of activities of the church during […]
Kwadwo Ye-large writes: The Removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice is a Step in the Right Direction
By Kwadwo Ye-large popularly known as political Doctor. The removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice is a historic moment for the country. It has sparked discussion across the nation, but more importantly, it shows that Ghana is serious about holding even its highest officials accountable. The Chief Justice holds the most important position in the judiciary. […]
WAEC confirms 14 arrests over WASSCE malpractices nationwide
By Ashiadey Dotse The Head of Public Affairs at the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Mr. John Kapi, has announced that 14 persons have been arrested across the country for their involvement in various examination malpractices during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Speaking to the media in Accra on Friday, September […]
Give me 4 years, if I fail, vote me out – Kennedy Agyapong tells NPP delegates
By Ruth Serwaa Asare New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential hopeful, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has appealed to party delegates in the Western North Region to entrust him with the party’s leadership ahead of the 2028 presidential elections, promising to prove his worth within just four years. Speaking at a meeting with delegates, the former Assin Central […]
NDC outlines guidelines for Tamale Central parliamentary primary
By Ashiadey Dotse The Northern Regional Directorate of Elections and IT of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has released key guidelines for the Tamale Central parliamentary primary scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025. In a notice signed by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, Director of Elections and IT, voting will begin at 9 a.m. and close […]
National service person allegedly steals GH¢303,950 from customer’s account
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei A 25-year-old National Service Person, Jesper Kobina Mensah, has been arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra for allegedly stealing GH¢303,950 through unauthorized electronic transfers from a Stanbic Bank Ghana Ltd. customer. The case, presided over by Her Honour Sedinam Awo Kwadam, saw Mensah charged with one count of stealing […]
Sarkodie hails Shatta Wale, hints at possible collaboration
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei A possible Sarkodie–Shatta Wale collaboration is on the horizon after Ghana’s most decorated rapper, Michael Owusu Addo, known as Sarkodie, unexpectedly opened up about his admiration for the reggae-dancehall star during a live X (formerly Twitter) session. The rapper surprised fans when he disclosed that long before Shatta Wale’s breakthrough […]
15 journalists graduate from Ghana-China media fellowship
After three months of immersive learning, field visits, and diplomatic engagement, 15 media professionals from across Ghana have successfully graduated from the Ghana-China Media Fellowship 2025, the first program of its kind aimed at strengthening media capacity on Africa-China relations. Organized by the Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA), the 12-week fellowship brought together […]
African Growth CEO pushes to link Ghanaian businesses with UK, european markets
By Hannah Dadzie A UK-based entrepreneur, Carl Garrod, has underscored the vast opportunities available for stronger trade and investment ties between Ghana, Egypt and the United Kingdom. Speaking to GBC News at the third edition of the Egypt-Ghana Business Bridge Forum in Accra, Mr. Garrod, who runs a company called African Growth, said his mission […]
Over 3,000 Circle market traders fear eviction, appeal for government intervention
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Over 3,000 traders at the Holy Garden Police Station Market near Circle in Accra are living in fear of losing their livelihoods following what they describe as plans to forcibly evict them from the site. The traders, under the name Concerned Traders of Holy Garden Market, say they have received […]
