Trump says peace deal in Ukraine to happen ‘fairly soon’ or not at all
US President Donald Trump says talks to end Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine are “very well advanced” and warned that that there is only a narrow window to broker a deal between Moscow and Kyiv and bring the fighting to a close. He made the remarks on Thursday as he hosted British Prime Minister Keir […]
No new school will be built without teachers accommodation- President Mahama
By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave President John Dramani Mahama has stated that no new school will be built in the country without a teachers accommodation attached to it. Delivering his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) President Mahama said, the commencement of the ‘Teacher Dabr3’ initiative aims to improve the welfare of teachers and provide incentives […]
I will fix the economic crisis confronting our country – President Mahama
By: Belinda Nketia In his State of the Nation Address to Parliament on February 27, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama painted a stark picture of Ghana’s economy, highlighting a deepening crisis driven by overwhelming debt and financial mismanagement. While expressing his commitment to addressing the crisis, President Mahama acknowledged the challenging nature of the situation. […]
IFS urges government to set realistic budget targets for fiscal credibility
The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has advised the government to set realistic budget targets to strengthen fiscal credibility. The think tank emphasized that a credible budget is essential for effective financial management and economic stability. According to IFS, Ghana has a history of overestimating revenue projections, which has consistently led to missed targets. Between […]
SONA2025: President Mahama announces military training for National Service personnel
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah President John Dramani Mahama has announced the introduction of short military training in a move to instilling discipline and fostering civic responsibility, as part of the National Service Scheme (NSS) during his State of the Nation address on Thursday, February 27, 2025. President Mahama emphasized the rationale behind this initiative, highlighting […]
SONA2025: President Mahama proposes School Sports Authority to enhance talent identification
By: Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama has announced the establishment of a School Sports Authority. This new body aims to oversee structured inter-school competitions and facilitate the identification of talented athletes, paving the way for future sporting champions. During his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, February 27, 2025, President Mahama emphasized […]
There will be no secrecy in how much government spends on the national team – President Mahama
By: Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama has made a bold move toward transparency in Ghana’s sports funding. During his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, February 27, 2025, the President emphasised that the budget for the Black Stars, must be made public, as it is funded by taxpayers’ money. This decision comes ahead […]
President Mahama defends ministerial downsizing in SONA 2025
By: Deborah Pofara Luu President John Dramani Mahama delivered his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, 2025, where he justified his decision to limit the number of ministers and deputy ministers to 60. This move is part of a broader strategy to reduce costs and enhance governance efficiency. President Mahama emphasized […]
COCOBOD drowns in huge debt; Cocoa farmers lose millions – President Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana’s cocoa sector is in deep financial crisis, with the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) owing a total debt of 32.5 billion Ghana cedis. Delivering his State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025, he disclosed that 9.7 billion cedis of this […]
TCDA engages cashew traders and exporters in Sampa to strengthen value chain efficiency and public sensitisation
By: George Antwi The Tree Crops Development Authority, TCDA, has engaged cashew traders and exporters in Sampa in the Bono region of Ghana as part of efforts to familiarize with the industry’s operations in the region. The tour which was spearheaded by the acting chief executive officer of TCDA, Dr Andy Osei Okrah was among […]
Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang calls on MPs to join forces against galamsey threat
By: Sarah Baafi In a strong push to combat illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, the Vice President of Ghana, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has urged Members of Parliament from mining communities to actively support the government’s efforts. Speaking at the Parliamentarians Conference on Restoring the Culture of Small-Scale Mining in Ghana, she emphasized the […]
BBC Komla Dumor Award 2025 launched
The BBC is seeking a rising star of African journalism for the BBC News Komla Dumor Award, which is now in its 10th year. Journalists from across Africa are invited to apply for the award, which aims to uncover and promote fresh talent from the continent. The winner will spend three months at the BBC […]
Sudan military plane crashes in residential area
At least 46 people have been killed and 10 others injured after a Sudanese military plane crashed in a residential neighbourhood in Omdurman, the twin city of the capital Khartoum, state media says. The Antonov aircraft came down after take-off from the military’s Wadi Seidna air base on Tuesday evening, killing military officers and civilians. […]
Rex Omar appointed Presidential Staffer for ‘The Black Star Experience’
By: Henrietta Afful Ghanaian highlife musician and entrepreneur, Rex Owusu Marfo, known as Rex Omar, has been appointed as the Presidential Staffer for ‘The Black Star Experience’. ‘The Black Star Experience’ is the NDC’s flagship Culture, Arts, and Tourism programme which aims to redefine Ghanaian identity, attract foreign investments, create jobs, and boost tourism through […]
