President Mahama champions value addition, intra-African trade during State visit to Zambia
By: Sarah Baafi President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized the urgent need for African countries to take greater control of their natural resources and deepen trade among themselves, as a pathway to economic sovereignty and shared prosperity. Speaking in an End-of-visit interview at the conclusion of his official state visit to Zambia, President Mahama highlighted […]
President Mahama hails GoldBod reforms in address to Zambian Parliament
By: Magdalene Andoh President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted the transformative role of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in Ghana’s economic reset, citing the institution as a key driver of increased gold exports, foreign exchange inflows and domestic value addition in the mining sector. Speaking at the Parliament of Zambia during an official address, President […]
Police mandates strict uniforms for private security operators
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ghana Police Service has issued a public notice outlining strictly approved uniforms for all private security operators across the country, warning that any unapproved attire resembling state security uniforms is illegal. In a statement dated February 5, 2026, and issued from Police Headquarters in Accra, the Police said the […]
COCOBOD begins paying LBCs to clear cocoa farmers’ arrears
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has begun making payments to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to enable them clear outstanding arrears owed cocoa farmers for beans already delivered. The move follows mounting concerns over prolonged payment delays, which left many farmers unpaid for several months and triggered warnings about the sustainability of the cocoa sector. The […]
Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa defends Fugu as symbol of African identity
By: Sarah Baafi Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has underscored the deep historical and cultural significance of the traditional Ghanaian attire Fugu, describing it as a symbol of African identity, dignity, and cultural renaissance. During the Ghana-Zambia Business Dialogue in Lusaka, Ablakwa explained that the wearing of fugu by President John Dramani […]
RISA Project ends in Ghana: Stakeholders chart pathways for post-funding research and innovation
BY: EWURABENA PAHA The five years Research and Innovation Systems for Africa (RISA) project has ended in Ghana with a high-level stakeholder dialogue to chart pathways by which the project would continue post funds. RISA, which is a UK‑funded initiative, was envisaged to strengthen research and innovation ecosystems in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, […]
Stonebwoy uses global platform to champion African unity at African Prosperity Dialogue
By; Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Award-winning Ghanaian musician Stonebwoy has called for a truly borderless and culturally integrated Africa, using his influence to push the ideals of unity and shared prosperity at the ongoing African Prosperity Dialogue at the Accra International Conference Centre. More than a celebrity appearance, Stonebwoy’s presence at the dialogue underscored the […]
Aid workers missing after airstrikes hit South Sudan hospital
An unknown number of aid workers are missing after air strikes hit a hospital in South Sudan, near the Ethiopian border, a charity group says. The hospital, run by medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) in Jonglei state, “was hit in an air strike by the government of South Sudan forces during the night on […]
Remaining worshippers kidnapped in Nigeria church abduction freed
SOURCE: BBC NEWS All the worshippers kidnapped by gunmen from churches in a village in Nigeria’s northern Kaduna state have now been released more than a fortnight after their abduction, according to officials. Gunmen raided Kurmin Wali on 18th January as services were going on. Residents told the BBC that 177 people were taken away […]
Tekpetey’s instant impact seals Supercup glory for Ludogorets
BY: AARON NII KWARTE QUARTEY Ghanaian forward, Bernard Tekpetey, delivered a moment of magic to hand Ludogorets Razgrad the Bulgarian Supercup, needing just one minute on the pitch to decide the final. Introduced in the 69th minute in place of Erick Marcus, Tekpetey wasted no time making his presence felt. Barely a minute after coming […]
First Lady Lordina Mahama holds tete-a-tete with Zambian counterpart
First Lady Mrs Lordina Mahama today held an inspiring meeting with her Zambian counterpart, Mrs Mutinta Hichilema, in what was a display of cross-border sisterhood and collaboration. The two leaders held meaningful discussions about their ongoing initiatives and explored opportunities to support each other’s work. Key highlights from the meeting included sharing their experiences with […]
IGP promotes 101 personnel in 27 days
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted 17 more police officers in recognition of their outstanding professionalism and dedication in the discharge of their duties. This brings to 101 the number of persons promoted by the IGP in a space of 27 days this year, alone. On January 15, this year, 35 […]
Zimbabwe’s Mugabe is latest former African leader to be mentioned in Epstein files
Zimbabwe’s ex-President Robert Mugabe may have had financial ties with Jeffrey Epstein, according to the latest batch of files related to the convicted US sex offender. In an email exchange from 2015 with Japanese entrepreneur Joi Ito, the disgraced financier suggested they approach then-President Mugabe to provide Zimbabwe with a new currency after the local […]
Ghana, Zambia to sign eight MOUs including visa waiver agreement
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Lusaka, Zambia – President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana and Zambia are set to strengthen bilateral cooperation with the signing of eight Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), including a landmark visa waiver agreement between the two countries. According to the President, the visa waiver agreement will allow Ghanaians to travel […]
