Seven decades of friendship: China launches historic zero-tariff policy for Africa
By: Henrietta Afful China’s historic zero-tariff policy for African countries is set to deepen economic ties, boost trade, and foster mutual development. It is a gesture underscoring seven decades of diplomatic ties with Africa. Speaking at the ‘Linjia No. 7 Salon’ during the Zero Tariff Thematic Press Briefing on Tuesday, May 19, the Ambassador for […]
First Lady Lordina Mahama appointed Merck Foundation Ambassador in Ghana
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah The Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Germany, has honoured the First Lady of Ghana, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, with an appointment as its Ambassador in Ghana in recognition of her long-standing humanitarian impact through the Lordina Foundation. The recognition was jointly conferred by Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), […]
Energy Analyst pushes for return of Strategic Petroleum Stocks Levy
By: Dominic Hlordzi An energy policy analyst at the Institute for Energy Security, IES, Prince Lumor, has called for the reintroduction of the Strategic Petroleum Stocks Levy to strengthen Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector and protect the country against future fuel supply disruptions. According to Mr. Lumor, the levy would provide the financial resources needed to […]
VRA begins solar mini grid workshop for 20 energy professionals
By: Karen Aryeetey 20 participants from Ghana and The Gambia are being trained by the Volta River Authority, VRA Academy on solar mini-grid development and renewable energy systems. The 10-day “training of trainers” workshop is designed to strengthen local expertise and capacity in renewable energy technologies across West Africa. Speaking at the workshop, Chief Learning […]
Ghana issues Ebola alert after WHO declares global health emergency over outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Ghanaian Ministry of Health has issued an urgent public health alert following the World Health Organization’s declaration of the recent Ebola virus outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. The declaration stems from rising infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, which […]
Supreme Court throws out Gifty Oware’s application seeking to halt her trial
The Supreme Court has dismissed an application seeking to temporarily stop the High Court from hearing the case of former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority, Gifty Oware-Mensah. She is standing trial for allegedly causing financial loss of more than GH¢38 million to the state. The application, filed by her lawyer, Gary Nimako […]
BoG moves to increase gold purchases from miners to 30% to strengthen national reserves
By: Amoako Kwame The government has directed large-scale gold mining companies to increase the share of their annual production sold to the Central Bank from 20% to 30% under a revised strategy to boost national reserves, a senior official told Reuters. However, mining firms say that several important commercial terms have yet to be finalized. […]
Former Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahan and wife arraigned in fresh charges
By: Barbara Kumah Former Chief Executive Officer of National Food and Buffer Stock Company Limited (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, have denied for allegedly stealing and causing financial loss to the state totaling GH¢62.6 million. The two were discharged by a High Court on May 5, 2026, following a decision […]
Eight artists honoured at 2nd Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Art Awards in Kumasi
By: Akosua Frema Frempong Eight artists, comprising five Ghanaians, two British and a Seychellois, were honoured at this year’s Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Art Awards at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. The awards, instituted by the Manhyia Palace Museum in collaboration with UNESCO and Justice and Repair, celebrate excellence, innovation and contributions to contemporary […]
Ghana launches Fisheries Subsidy Compliance Project
By: Sarah Baafi The Government of Ghana has launched a three-year national project aimed at strengthening compliance with the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, in a move designed to protect marine resources and promote sustainable fisheries governance. The initiative was unveiled at a high-level meeting in Accra convened by the Ministry of […]
BoG highlights economic resilience amid global uncertainity
By: Henrietta Afful Governor of the Bank of Ghana, BoG, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama has highlighted Ghana’s continued economic resilience despite growing economic global uncertainty. Speaking at the opening of the 130th Monetary Policy Committee, MPC, Meeting, on May 18, 2026, Dr Asiama said Ghana’s economy has shown significant improvement since the Committee’s last meeting […]
BoG holds 130th MPC meeting to consider realigning Ghana’s interest rate structure
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has commenced its 130th scheduled meeting to review the nation’s economic health and determine the trajectory of the benchmark policy rate. The three-day session, led by Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, comes at a critical juncture as the central bank seeks to […]
President Mahama addresses 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva
President John Dramani Mahama is set to deliver a keynote address today at the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva. The Assembly, the primary decision-making body of the World Health Organisation (WHO), convenes global leaders to establish strategic health priorities, approve operational budgets, and coordinate responses to global public health emergencies. A central pillar […]
Rev. Wengam urges Christian community to uphold true faith at Ministers’ Wives Conference
The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam has underlined the need for the Christian community to resist doctrines and practices which are alien to the core values of Christianity. They should also defend to the hilt, sound principles which define the true Church of Jesus Christ. Rev Wengam speaking […]
