Vice President to lead delegation to inspect Africa’s Biggest Industrial Park in Central Region
The Vice President of the Republic, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, will lead a high-level delegation to undertake an inspection visit to the proposed site for the development of Africa’s largest Free Zones Industrial Park, a flagship project under Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy initiative. The Vice President will be joined in the Central Region by the Chief […]
Ghana urged to turn Diaspora Skills into exportable economic power
By Hannah Dadzie Speakers at the London to Accra Economic Growth Summit say Ghana must move beyond viewing its diaspora as a source of remittances and reposition it as a strategic export engine for skills, services, and enterprise growth. At a panel discussion examining how London and Accra can function as dual growth hubs, economic […]
Star Oil pays GH₵160,884 to cover 2026 TV licence fees for staff
By Sharon Zoe Williams Star Oil Ghana has again demonstrated its commitment to civic responsibility by making a significant payment towards the TV licence fee for its employees. The company paid GH₵50,000 last year and has now redeemed the promise made by the CEO, Mr. Philip Tieku. That is, an additional GH₵160,884 to cover the […]
BoG Governor lauds Asantehene’s leadership as source of national stability
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has praised the leadership of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing it as a vital source of stability, guidance, and wisdom for Ghana’s national development. Dr. Asiama made the remarks during a courtesy visit by the Asantehene to […]
Statue of late President Jerry John Rawlings unveiled in his hometown
By Ashiadey Dotse A life-size statue of the late former President, Flt. Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, has been unveiled in his memory at his hometown, Keta-Dzelukope, in the Volta Region. The unveiling ceremony took place on Tuesday, January 7, 2026, bringing together leading members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), family members, and supporters of […]
Bawumia is NPP’s strongest candidate for 2028 presidential election – Dr Amin Adam
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Karaga Constituency in the Northern region on the ticket of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, says the party’s 2024 presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, is the strongest candidate for the 2028 presidential election. According to him, the NPP’s electoral […]
Vote-buying, vote-influencing still common in Ghana’s party politics – Dr. Osae-Kwapong
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A Fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr John Osae-Kwapong, has revealed that incidents of vote-buying and vote-influencing remain deeply embedded in Ghana’s internal party politics. According to him, money continues to shape outcomes in party primaries, and that reality is unlikely to change anytime soon. His comments come as […]
Ghana calls on UK to waive English language test for students and professionals
Ghana is seeking an exemption from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) for its students and professionals, arguing that English has long been the country’s medium of instruction. The call was made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, during talks with the British High Commissioner to Ghana, Christian Rogg, at the […]
President Mahama pledges renewed commitment to ethical leadership
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has renewed his administration’s pledge to ethical leadership and service to the people, particularly the youth, the vulnerable and those who feel excluded from the nation’s development agenda. “And so today we recommit to ethical leadership. We recommit ourselves to service above self. We recommit ourselves […]
Lands and Mines Watch Ghana rejects Minority claims against Bawa Rock’s GoldBod Licence
By Felix Cofie Lands and Mines Watch Ghana (LMWG) has dismissed claims by the Minority Caucus in Parliament that the licensing of Bawa Rock Limited under the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) scheme creates a monopoly, describing the allegations as misleading, politically charged, and lacking industry context. In a statement released on Wednesday, the civil society […]
More than 1,000 new HIV infections detected in Western Region – Coordinator
Data from the Ghana AIDS Control Commission has revealed that in 2024 more than 1,000 new Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infections were detected in Western Region, Dr. Mrs. Felicia Amihere, the Western Regional HIV Coordinator, said. According to her, 80% of HIV cases were acquired through sexual contact, 15% was from mother to child, and five per cent were […]
Nabdam District gets NHIS office to serve 50,000 beneficiaries
By Peter Agengre The Nabdam District in the Upper East Region has officially received a National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) office, a major boost expected to improve access to healthcare for residents of the area. The new office, located in Nangodi, is projected to register and serve an estimated 50,000 beneficiaries across the district. The […]
Ghanaians divided over DStv upgrades as government ramps up anti-piracy war
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key highlights: Following the National Communications Authority (NCA) statement on December 31, 2025, the Ghanaian government has officially transitioned its approach to pay-TV piracy from a standard copyright dispute to a matter of national economic security. By integrating the Cybersecurity Authority into a high-level Working Group, the state […]
IGP describes Asantehene as “The King Solomon of our time”
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah During a historic visit by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to the Ghana Police Service Headquarters in Accra, the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, in his welcome address, described the Asantehene as “the King Solomon of our time,” praising his unparalleled role in peacebuilding, mediation, and national cohesion. Explaining […]
