Ministry of Health welcomes new leadership team, pledges to reset health industry
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Minister of Health, Mr Kwabena Mintah Akondoh, has formally introduced two key additions to the Ministry’s leadership team. They are Mr. Desmond Boateng who takes over as the new Chief Director, and Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah as Deputy Minister of Health. The announcement was made during a special staff durbar […]
Ghana pushes for PayPal reinstatement, outlines path to compliance
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced that the Ministry has formally reopened engagement with PayPal to restore full access to its service for Ghanaian users. Speaking at the ‘Government Accountability Series’ on Friday, August 1, 2025, Mr Sam George revealed that PayPal’s regional government relations […]
Communications Minister threatens to suspend DSTV license over pricing disparities
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, has directed the National Communications Authority (NCA) to suspend the broadcasting license of DSTV effective August 7, 2025, if the satellite television provider fails to reduce its subscription fees by 30 per cent Speaking at the ‘Government Accountability Series’ on Friday, August 1, […]
Galamsey threaten security of gas pipelines
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu It is emerging that Ghana’s gas pipelines transporting natural gas to various regions for energy generation are under serious threat from activities of illegal gold miners, commonly known as ‘Galamsey’. At least, 50 communities where these pipelines pass in the Western and Ashanti regions have already been identified to pose the greatest […]
Radio birthed a nation – Dr. Victoria Smith on GBC’s role in Ghana’s independence
By: Ashiadey Dotse At the 90th Anniversary Lecture of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), a Senior Lecturer in Public History, Bath Spa University, UK, Dr. Victoria Smith, delivered a powerful and emotional reflection on the pivotal role of radio in Ghana’s fight for independence. Recalling the historic night of March 6, 1957, she invited the […]
Ghana’s “Witch Camps”: A Nation at a Crossroads
In the northern regions of Ghana, hundreds of women—most of them elderly, widowed, and impoverished—live in exile in so-called “witch camps.” Accused of witchcraft by their own families or communities, they are cast out and confined to lives of isolation, poverty, and fear. These are not criminals. They are victims of deeply rooted superstition, misogyny, […]
GBC@90: “When you are doing it, do it with your all” – Akushika Acquaye reflects on her journey
By: Kwame Bediako Renowned journalist and current Director of Television at the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Akushika Acquaye, shared heartfelt reflections on her journey with the broadcaster as it marks 90 years of impactful service in Ghana’s media landscape. Her comments highlighted the deep personal and professional ties she has developed with GBC, describing it […]
GBC has been foundational in developing our national consciousness – Prof. Amin Alhassan
By: Kwame Bediako Director General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Prof. Amin Alhassan, took a reflective journey through the institution’s significant role in shaping Ghana’s national identity and media landscape as it marks 90 years of broadcasting impact. Speaking on the journey of GBC, Prof. Alhassan underscored the deep connection the Corporation has forged […]
Parliament passes Social Protection Bill, 2025 to support vulnerable groups
By: Valentia Tetteh Parliament has passed the Social Protection Bill, 2025, aimed at strengthening Ghana’s social safety net and safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable groups and the elderly. The Bill seeks to promote equitable access to social protection, ensure the provision of specialized services for persons in need, and establish clear institutional arrangements to coordinate […]
20-year-old university student sentenced to life in Tamale
By: Murtala Issah A 20-year old Computer Science student of the University for Development Studies (UDS) has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Tamale High Court following his conviction for the murder of a fellow student in a tragic love-related dispute. Salifu Nko-nya, was found guilty of murdering a 19-year-old pharmacy student of the […]
Foreign Affairs Minister encourages staff to upskill and compete on global stage
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has charged staff of the Ministry to actively seek further education and international positions to bolster Ghana’s diplomatic footprint on the continent and beyond. Addressing staff at a celebratory reception following their exceptional performance at the 2025 Civil Service Week, Mr Ablakwa emphasized the importance of self-development, urging officers to […]
Zanzibar explores Zoomlion’s model as blueprint for sustainable waste management
A high-powered delegation from Zanzibar led by the Director of Planning, Policy and Research at the Office of the President of Zanzibar, Mr. Abdullah Mgongo, and the Municipal Director of West B Municipal Council, Ms. Sabra I. Machano have paid a working visit to Jospong Group’s facilities in Ghana, specifically Zoomlion Ghana Limited, to tap […]
Trump’s envoy and US ambassador to visit Gaza amid growing hunger crisis
By: Rejoice Henrietta Otoo Arthur President Donald Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, and US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, are set to visit Gaza on Friday. The White House announced the trip as the humanitarian crisis in the area worsens, with many people facing severe hunger and a lack of essential […]
GBC at 90: Ghana’s National Voice Faces a Fateful Rebirth
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Ghana’s oldest broadcaster stands at a crossroads. The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation’s (GBC) 90th anniversary has brought its future into sharp focus. For the majority of Ghanaians, the GBC is a national heirloom. It is a voice that has been in their homes for generations. The journey began on […]
