Council of State congratulates President Mahama on UN resolution declaring slavery crime against humanity
The Council of State Ghana has congratulated President John Dramani Mahama on his role in the passage of a landmark resolution by the United Nations General Assembly declaring slavery a crime against humanity. In a press statement issued in Accra on March 27, 2026, the Council commended the President for what it described as his […]
ECOWAS launches Regional Community Health policy to strengthen health systems
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), has officially launched a Regional Community Health Policy aimed at strengthening health systems and advancing universal health coverage across the region. The policy which was unveiled on March 24, 2026, at the Sofitel Hotel in […]
President Mahama responds to Lincoln University Doctorate withdrawal, affirms strong Ghana ties
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed respect and appreciation for Lincoln University despite the institution’s decision to withdraw an honorary doctorate that was to be awarded to him. Speaking to the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia, the President, highlighted the university’s historic role in shaping Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, and assured that the […]
Security Service Recruitment: President Mahama defends, assures fairness and transparency
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed claims that the recent security service recruitment process was influenced by favoritism, emphasizing that digital systems were used to ensure fairness. Speaking to the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia in the United States, the President noted that the initiative, while well-intentioned, received an overwhelming […]
President Mahama ready to assent Diaspora Participation Bill, calls on Ghanaians abroad to invest in Ghana
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his readiness to assent to a bi-partisan bill that would allow Ghanaians living in the Diaspora to fully participate in the country’s political administration. He noted that, once passed, the legislation would ensure that Ghanaians abroad would no longer need to renounce their […]
UJPLA hails UN declaration of slavery as crime against humanity
The Union of Journalists for African Free Press, UJPLA, has welcomed the recent decision by the United Nations General Assembly to declare the transatlantic slave trade a crime against humanity. In a statement signed by its chairperson, Yao Noël, UJPLA commended President John Dramani Mahama for his bold initiative and determined leadership, which contributed significantly […]
Transgender women athletes banned from female Olympic events
The International Olympic Committee has banned transgender women and DSD athletes from the female category of events at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and future Games. Kirsty Coventry, the president of the IOC, said the landmark decision had been taken because “it would not be fair for biological males to compete in the female category”. The IOC […]
South Africa’s exclusion from G7 summit no surprise, says Ramaphosa
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has downplayed reports that his invitation to the forthcoming G7 summit in France has been withdrawn, saying non-attendance by a country outside the bloc should surprise no-one. Reports on Thursday claimed the US had put huge pressure on France to rescind Ramaphosa’s invitation to the summit scheduled for June. They […]
New cohort of Peace Corps volunteers to Ghana sworn-in
By: Rachel Kakraba Thirty American trainees have officially been sworn in as Peace Corps Volunteers, to serve in various communities in Ghana. The event which marked a renewed commitment to partnership and development between the two countries, brought together government officials, Peace Corps staff and representatives of host communities. The volunteers have over the past 10 weeks undergone […]
Diaspora can now invest directly in Ghana’s development through bonds – President Mahama
President John Mahama has announced that Ghanaians living in the Diaspora will soon be able to contribute directly to the country’s development through investments in government bonds. He stated that legislation will be laid in Parliament to allow Diaspora members to earn dividends from these bonds, describing the venture as both profitable and impactful for […]
“We want to enrich the local people while enriching the country” – Cardinal Namdini
By: Peter Agengre Mining activities at the Namdini site in the Upper East Region are being positioned as a major driver of local and national development. Vice President of Cardinal Namdini SD Gold, Vincent Xiao Suun, says the company is committed to ensuring that both communities and the country benefit significantly from its operations. According […]
Senegal to parade Afcon trophy despite title being stripped
Senegal plan to parade the Africa Cup of Nations trophy before their game against Peru in Paris on Saturday, with the head of the country’s Football Federation vowing a “crusade” against the decision to strip the team of the title. The Lions of Teranga claimed their second Afcon title on 18 January when they beat hosts […]
Data-driven approach to disability employment takes shape as Minister engages job seekers
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Government is intensifying efforts to address unemployment among persons with disabilities, with a renewed focus on data collection and coordinated job placement strategies. This follows a meeting between the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, and a group of unemployed persons with disabilities who […]
Army commander convicted of Guinea stadium massacre dies in prison
One of the key military figures convicted of crimes against humanity for his involvement in Guinea’s 2009 stadium massacre has died in custody, authorities say. Aboubacar Sidiki Diakité – also known as Toumba – died early on Wednesday in hospital following a medical emergency, the prison administration said. He was serving a 10-year sentence for […]
