EU Ambassador calls on UDS Vice Chancellor, pushes for stronger youth-centred collaboration
By Murtala Issah The newly appointed European Union (EU) Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebach, has paid a courtesy call on the Vice Chancellor of the University for Development Studies (UDS), Professor Seidu Al-Hassan, to explore strategic avenues for deepening collaboration on youth development. The meeting, held at the Vice Chancellor’s office in Tamale, formed part […]
Anglican Church backs mission schools’ right to set religious rules
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Anglican Church of Ghana has issued a strong statement supporting the authority of mission schools to uphold their religious identity and regulations, amid renewed national debate over religious accommodations at Wesley Girls’ High School. In the statement signed by Most Rev. Dr. Cyril Kobina Ben-Smith, Metropolitan and Primate of […]
World Vision Ghana commits $51.7 million to expand WASH access nationwide
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH World Vision Ghana (WVG), a Christian non-governmental organization in Ghana focused on relief, development, and advocacy, has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to collaborating with the government and various partners to achieve universal access to safe Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services across the country. According to its National Director, Dr. Tinah Mukunda, […]
Scrapping old taxes and introducing new ones discourages investors – Prof. Peter Quartey
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Development economist and former Director of the Institute of Statistical, Social, and Economic Research (ISSER), Professor Peter Quartey, says consistent changes to Ghana’s tax system by successive governments are a disincentive to the investor community. He argued that frequent changes to tax policies create an unpredictable environment, which can deter long-term investment. […]
Traders urged to use faster, cheaper options for resolving disputes
By Alberta Asanewa Dwirah. The Greater Accra Regional Coordinator of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Serwaa Danquah, has urged the public, particularly market women, to embrace ADR as a faster, more affordable, and peaceful means of resolving disputes. She made these remarks during a public awareness programme on ADR for traders at the Achimota Market […]
Ghana urges restoration of democracy after coup disrupts Guinea-Bissau elections
By Hannah Dadzie Government has condemned the military takeover in Guinea-Bissau, describing the coup as an unconstitutional usurpation of authority and a direct threat to democratic governance in the West African nation. A statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on November 26, 2025, said the military action had disrupted the democratic process following […]
Controller and Accountant-General pauses two allowances after payroll fault
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has halted the processing of two categories of allowances for some government workers, especially those in the education sector, after a technical glitch disrupted its final November payroll run. In a statement issued and signed by the Head of Public Relations, Cephas N. Dosco, on November 25, 2025, the […]
Former President Akufo-Addo launches ‘The Republic’ chronicling Ghana’s cybersecurity journey
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has launched a new book that documents Ghana’s transformation from a country grappling with digital threats to one recognised globally as a role model in cybersecurity. The book, The Republic: A Professional Journey, Ghana’s Cybersecurity and the Making of a Role Model Country, was written by the former Director-General […]
I look forward to Ghana being well represented at next year’s Commonwealth Games – Duke of Edinburgh
By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave His Royal Highness, The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward, has expressed his anticipation in seeing Ghana being well represented in the next Commonwealth Games. The Duke is in Ghana for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening the modern partnership between Ghana and the United Kingdom. Speaking at a durbar where he […]
Global order is shifting but multilateralism remains best hope – President Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse The President, John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed that multilateralism remains the world’s strongest hope for peace and development as global political and economic systems continue to shift. He made the remark on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, when Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, paid a courtesy call on him at the Jubilee […]
Human Rights Court throws out Ofori-Atta’s request to amend writ in OSP case
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Human Rights Court in Accra has dismissed an application by former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta seeking permission to amend his writ and demand additional documents in his ongoing legal battle with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). Mr. Ofori-Atta had asked the court to allow him to revise his earlier […]
Ghana to acquire DNA testing machine for Noguchi Memorial Institute
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh (MP), has announced that the government is in the final stages of procuring a DNA testing machine for the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, aimed at strengthening the country’s diagnostic, forensic, and research capabilities. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Research Meeting (ARM) […]
Protecting GRIDCo key to Ghana’s stability and security – Military Intelligence Office
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Acting Military Intelligence Officer at the 4 Infantry Battalion, 2nd Lieutenant Stanley Asamoah, says providing sustained security to GRIDCo will remain one of the priorities of the Ghana Armed Forces. “Protecting personnel and critical national infrastructure such as the asset you manage is essential to the stability and security of the […]
Strengthen private sector to safeguard Ghana’s revenue base – Dr. Terkper
By: Ashiadey Dotse Financial Economist and Policy Analyst Dr. Peter Terkper has stressed the need for government to place greater attention on strengthening the private sector, arguing that more than 80 percent of Ghana’s national revenue comes from taxes. He said this makes the private sector the most important player in sustaining the country’s economic […]
