Legacy Rise CEO, Sharaf Mahama, pledges support for beach soccer
By Helga Gokah Legacy Rise CEO Sharaf Mahama has pledged his support for the Beach Soccer One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup, which will be hosted in Ghana in May this year. Sharaf Mahama arrived at the Accra Sports Stadium for the launch of the One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup Ghana 2026 on Friday, […]
NDC condemns alleged bribery in Ayawaso East primary
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has condemned alleged incidents of inducement and vote-buying during its parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency, describing the claims as a serious breach of party values. In a statement issued on February 7, 2026, the party said its national executives had been alerted to reports that some aspirants attempted […]
I will be ordering more fugu for myself – President Hakainde Hichilema
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has joined a cultural conversation that captured attention online this week, expressing his admiration for Ghana’s traditional fugu garment. Earlier this week, social media lit up after President John Mahama arrived in Zambia for a state visit wearing the fugu, a hand-woven Northern Ghanaian smock. In contrast, Zambian officials greeted him […]
Trump threatens tariffs for countries trading with Iran
Source: BBC US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order threatening to impose additional tariffs on countries that continue to trade with Iran. The order, issued on Friday, does not specify the rate that could be imposed, but uses 25% as an example. It says the tariff could apply to goods imported into the […]
Renaming Kotoka International Airport will boost Ghana’s democratic image abroad — Bongo MP
By Ashiadey Dotse The Member of Parliament for Bongo, Charles Bawaduah, says that renaming the Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport will help project Ghana as a strong democracy on the global stage. Government is planning to rename Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to Accra International Airport, with a bill expected from the Transport Minister. […]
Agradaa’s sentence reduction sends wrong message about justice – Lawyer and MP for Bongo
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Lawyer and Member of Parliament for Bongo, Charles Bawaduah Esq., has stated that he believes the reduction of Nana Agradaa’s sentence from 15 years to one year is a mockery of Ghana’s justice system and sends the wrong message. According to him, even if the reduction was necessary, it should not have […]
Ghana-Zambia relations strengthen as smock diplomacy boosts AfCFTA ties
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent What we covered here Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has concluded a significant three-day state visit to Zambia aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new trade frontiers. While the diplomatic agenda focused on the Ghana-Zambia Business Dialogue, the trip became defined by a piece of clothing. This […]
PepsiCo cuts snack prices by 15 percent ahead of US Super Bowl
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent In a major shift for the global food industry, PepsiCo has announced a 15% price reduction on its most popular snack brands, including Doritos, Lay’s, Tostitos, and Cheetos. The decision follows a year of growing frustration from consumers who have increasingly turned to cheaper store brands as snack […]
Ghana seeks stronger economic ties with Korea at Business Forum
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has hosted a Korean business delegation at a Ghana–Korea Business Forum, aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and private-sector collaboration between the two countries. Welcoming the delegation, the Chief Executive Officer of GIPC, Mr. Simon Madjie, reaffirmed that Ghana remains open for business and encouraged […]
AMA clears Alajo open space to tackle waste and improve public health
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has reclaimed a 2,473.15 square-metre abandoned open space at the Alajo–Avenor intersection in Accra as part of renewed efforts to improve sanitation, enhance public health, and promote urban beautification. The exercise was led by the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, together with sanitation and […]
Ministry of Finance relocates offices to Kanda
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ministry of Finance has officially relocated its offices to Kanda in Accra as part of efforts to improve operational efficiency and service delivery. In a press release issued in Accra, the Ministry announced that it will commence full operations at its new premises from Monday, February 9, 2026. The […]
Parliament approves 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill
By Valentia Tetteh The Parliament of Ghana has passed the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025, providing legislative backing for one of the flagship policies of the administration of President John Dramani Mahama. The approval of the bill followed extensive deliberations and intense debate on the floor of the House between the Majority and Minority caucuses. […]
Yeji: Mathias Catholic Hospital gets new maternity beds
By Peggy Ama Donkor Former Member of Parliament for Pru East, Hon. Dr. Kwabena Donkor, has donated two brand-new maternity delivery beds to the Mathias Catholic Hospital in Yeji to support maternal health care. Mathias Catholic Hospital is a 146-bed capacity district hospital serving the Pru East District and surrounding areas in the Bono East […]
FWSC condemns senior staff strike at public universities
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), Dr. George Smith-Graham, has condemned the leadership of the Senior Staff Association of the University of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of University Senior Staff Associations of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU-TUC) for urging their members […]
