Government shifts security services recruitment to Monday, November 17
By Brain Akutei-Azu Mateko The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohamed Mubarak, has announced that the nationwide recruitment for the Police, Prisons, Fire and Immigration Services will now start on Monday, November 17, 2025. The exercise was originally set for November 15. Speaking at a press briefing in Accra, the Minister said the two-day […]
Gov’t to deploy full military and police force against attacks on NAIMOS – Lands Minister warns
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, has issued a stern warning that the government will deploy the full force of the military and police against any community that attempts to attack or obstruct the operations of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat (NAIMOS). His warning follows recent attacks on […]
MFA updates public on progress of Ghana House Design Competition
By Hannah Dadzie The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed that the Ghana House Architectural Design Competition will continue as planned, following the Ministry’s earlier announcement on November 5 regarding the initiative. The competition forms part of the government’s Strategic Transition from Renting to Infrastructure Development (STRIDE), aimed at developing purpose-built diplomatic facilities that reflect […]
Inside parliament: Budget, Chief Justice vetting, and calls for reform – Nov 10–14, 2025
BY VALENTIA TETTEH The fourth week of the third meeting of the first session of the Ninth Parliament was marked by intense parliamentary activity, featuring high-stakes vettings, the presentation of the 2026 Budget, key legislative approvals, and a tragic national incident that has prompted urgent calls for reform. From the Chief Justice vetting to the […]
Former Finance Minister warns Ghanaians to ‘manage expectations’ after 2026 Budget
BY VALENTIA TETTEH Former Minister for Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has urged Ghanaians to temper their expectations following the presentation of the 2026 Budget by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Friday, November 14, 2025, Dr. Adam said the budget does not demonstrate the level of investment needed […]
Former Finance Minister says 24-hour economy yet to deliver promised jobs
BY VALENTIA TETTEH Former Finance Minister, Dr. Amin Adam, has criticised the government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative, describing it as “a confusing mix of policy ideas” that has failed to deliver on its job creation promises. Reacting to the 2026 Budget, presented by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson on Friday, November 14, Dr. Adam […]
GoldBod credited with stabilising cedi and boosting Ghana’s foreign exchange
By Magdalene Andoh Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has credited the efficient operations of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) as a major force behind the country’s recent foreign exchange stability and gold-backed inflows. According to him, the state-run agency—established to regulate and promote Ghana’s gold sector—has become a “game-changer” in strengthening the cedi and […]
FDA assures public vaccines are safe
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Acting Director of the Centre for Laboratory Services and Research at the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Pharm. Patrick Owusu-Danso has assured the public of the safety of vaccines, adding that vaccines pass through rigorous clinical testing to ensure safety before coming out to the public for use. He said […]
Ghana to retool Armed Forces, strengthen Fire Service in 2026
By: Adams Perpetual Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has announced that the government will retool the Ghana Armed Forces and strengthen the Ghana National Fire Service starting in 2026. Speaking during the 2026 Budget presentation in Parliament, he said the initiative, on November 13, 2025, aims to create a modern, agile, and mission-ready […]
School Feeding Programme gets GH¢1.98 billion boost in 2026 budget
By Ruth Serwaa Asare The 2026 Budget Statement presented by Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has set aside GH¢1.98 billion to fund the School Feeding Programme, a key initiative aimed at improving nutrition and learning outcomes for students across Ghana. Dr. Forson explained that the programme not only addresses hunger among schoolchildren but also […]
Government allocates GH¢292 million for free sanitary pads for girls in 2026
By Ruth Serwaa Asare In a bid to improve menstrual health management and promote girls’ education, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced in the 2026 Budget Statement that the government has allocated GH¢292 million to provide free sanitary pads for schoolgirls across Ghana. The initiative aims to ensure that no girl misses school due […]
Gov’t to rehabilitate Accra Theatre, build new one in Kumasi
By Ruth Serwaa Asare In the 2026 Budget Statement, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced a major boost for Ghana’s cultural and creative sectors. According to Dr. Forson, the government will rehabilitate the National Theatre in Accra while also commencing site acquisition and design for a second national theatre in Kumasi. “This initiative will […]
Government launches programme to end double-track system in secondary schools
By Jennifer Nerkie Kenney The government has announced a comprehensive two-year programme aimed at ending the double-track system in Ghana’s secondary schools through the expansion of infrastructure, improvement of quality, and increased access to education.Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, 2025, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson said the initiative […]
Ghana allocates GH¢4.2 billion for free secondary education in 2026 – Dr. Ato Forson
By Ruth Serwaa Asare Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced a major boost for education, with GH¢4.2 billion provisioned for the implementation of Free Secondary Education (FSE) next year. He made the announcement when he presented the 2026 Budget Statement presented to Parliament on Thursday, November, 13. Highlighting the government’s commitment to accessible […]
