Ghana’s Judicial Showdown Intensifies as Ex-Chief Justice Sues to Block Successor’s Vetting
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The constitutional crisis triggered by the September 1, 2025, removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has escalated into an unprecedented high-stakes standoff between the executive and the judiciary. This confrontation centers on the constitutional finality of the removal process versus the fundamental principles of judicial independence, currently […]
Trump imposes $100K fee on H-1B visas in new immigration overhaul, creating a ‘gold card’ for wealthy foreigners
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The United States’ new executive actions on H-1B visas and the proposed “gold card” program have ignited a global firestorm. This policy shift is more than just a bureaucratic change; it’s a redefinition of America’s relationship with the rest of the world. The United States is moving from […]
Ousted Malagasy president Andry Rajoelina stripped of citizenship
Former Malagasy President Andry Rajoelina, who was ousted in a coup last week, has been stripped of his citizenship by the new regime. The order, signed by new Prime Minister Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo, cited local laws stipulating that people who acquired foreign citizenship should lose their Malagasy nationality. Rajoelina, 51, obtained French citizenship a decade ago, […]
Rev. Wengam briefs World Church Leaders in New York on upcoming Global Assemblies of God Congress in Accra
About 50 global leaders have attended Cabinet and Executive Committee meetings of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship (WAGF) in New York. The meetings, which took place at the Assemblies of God Promise Church in New York, were chaired by Rev. Dominic Yeo, Global Chairman of WAGF, who also serves as the General Superintendent of […]
Minority Caucus mourns former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
By: Valentia Tetteh The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of former First Lady, Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a fearless advocate for women’s rights and a trailblazer whose impact on Ghana’s political and social landscape remains indelible. In a statement signed by the Minority Leader, Alexander […]
Acting Chief Justice leads Judiciary in mourning late Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
The Acting Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, together with the entire Judiciary and the Judicial Service of Ghana, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family and children of the late Former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. In a statement issued on Thursday, October 24, 2025, […]
Ablakwa honours legacy of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings as UN, Ghana flags fly at half-mast
By: Hannah Dadzie Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has paid glowing tribute to the late Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a towering figure whose life embodied the ideals of equality, empowerment, and inclusivity. Speaking at a flag-raising ceremony and photo exhibition in Accra, to mark the 80th anniversary of the United […]
Sports Minister Kofi Adams represents Ghana at UNESCO Anti-Doping Convention in Paris
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, represented the Government of Ghana at the Tenth Session of the Conference of Parties (COP10) to the UNESCO International Convention Against Doping in Sport. The high-level event took place from 20th to 22nd October 2025 at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France. The session marked the […]
Vice President mourns former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ghana’s former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a true icon whose legacy of service and dedication to national development will endure for generations. In a statement, Prof. Naana Opoku-Agyemang conveyed her heartfelt condolences to the children and […]
Damango to host the Catholic Science and Technology University – President Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Damongo, the Savannah regional capital, will host two major projects: a Catholic Science and Technology University and a regional hospital that will serve as a teaching facility. The President made the announcement during a courtesy call by Most Reverend Philip Naameh, Catholic Metropolitan Archbishop of Tamale, at the […]
UGMC founding CEO shares transformational journey in new memoir, Not Easily Beaten
When Ghana was gripped by the “no-bed syndrome” crisis in 2018, the nation’s healthcare system stood at a crossroads. Hospitals were overcrowded, patients were being turned away, and despair filled the headlines. One story in particular, 70-year-old Prince Anthony Opoku Acheampong, who died in his car after 7 hospitals turned him away over claims that there were […]
Photo Highlight: Book of condolence opens for former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
A book of condolence has been opened for former First Lady of Ghana, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, following her passing, to allow government officials, political leaders, and members of the public to pay their respects to the late Ghanaian stateswoman. The Former First Lady of Ghana, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the Ridge […]
Otumfuo’s commemorative gold coin presented to Commonwealth in London
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has applauded the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for making peacebuilding a central focus in his illustrous reign. “His peace initiative is well documented and as a Commonwealth we associate with the initiative, “ she stated. Ms Ayorkor Botchwey made the remarks when the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Coin was […]
Three La Santé inmates in custody after Sarkozy taunted and threatened in French jail
Three inmates at the La Santé prison were placed in special custody after footage was shared online showing taunts and threats made against former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, right after he arrived at the Paris jail to serve a sentence over misuse of funds from Libya. In one of the videos seen by Euronews, the […]
