Cabinet approves Ghana’s national AI strategy for launch – Sam George
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy has been approved by Cabinet and will be officially launched in the coming weeks by President John Dramani Mahama, Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations Samuel Nartey George has announced. Addressing participants at the Data Protection Conference 2026, Mr. George said the strategy was […]
Sam George announces new data protection bill and strict enforcement measures
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced that government is developing a new Data Protection Bill to strengthen Ghana’s legal framework in response to artificial intelligence, automated decision-making and cross-border data flows. Speaking at the Data Protection Conference 2026 in Accra, Mr. George said […]
Otokunor criticises NPP engagement with Cocoa farmers, warns against calls to destroy farms
By Brain Akutei-Azu Mateko The Director of Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness, Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, has criticised the opposition New Patriotic Party for what he describes as misleading engagements with cocoa farmers. Speaking at Kwamesua near Dormaa on February 26, Dr. Otokunor said it was positive for political actors to engage farmers, but […]
A look at Infantino’s key reforms and changes over the past decade
By Belinda Nketia Since Gianni Infantino’s election in 2016, FIFA has implemented wide-ranging structural, financial and competition reforms across global football. One of the central pillars of his administration has been the FIFA Forward Programme, which significantly increased direct funding to Member Associations. The funding model gives national federations greater authority over how money is […]
Infantino marks 10 years as FIFA President with message to Member Associations
By Belinda Nketia FIFA President Gianni Infantino has marked 10 years in office by writing to all 211 Member Associations, thanking them for their support since his election on February 26, 2016. In his message, Infantino said FIFA has undergone significant change over the past decade, and that the organisation has reconnected with the core […]
LPG candidate Ibrahim Iddrisu promises skill development and youth empowerment in Ayawaso East
By; Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ibrahim Idrisu, the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG) parliamentary candidate for Nima East, has outlined his plans to tackle youth unemployment, strengthen technical and vocational education, and improve community infrastructure ahead of the March 3, 2026 by-election. In an exclusive interview with GBC news after a debate organised by the […]
NDC candidate Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed promises youth empowerment, education, and community development in Nima
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Nima, has outlined his plans to tackle youth unemployment, promote education, and improve community facilities ahead of the March 3, 2026 by-election. Speaking at a debate organised by the Concerned Nima Citizens Foundation, Ahmed said the increasing engagement […]
NPP candidate Baba Ali Yusif promises youth empowerment and community development in Ayawaso East
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Baba Ali Yusif, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso East, has pledged to focus on human development, youth empowerment, and the promotion of the constituency’s profile ahead of the March 3, 2026 by-election. At a debate organised by the Concerned Nima Citizens Foundation, Yusif highlighted his commitment […]
Ghana Boxing Federation unveils new logo
By Helga Gokah The Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) on Thursday, February 26, 2026, unveiled a new logo at the Media Centre of the Accra Sports Stadium whilst announcing the finalists of the 2025 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship. Before the unveiling, the finalists were made to introduce themselves to the media ahead of the grand […]
Ghana Police to deploy 80 officers per electoral area for Ayawaso East by-election
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei At a stakeholders’ debate and community engagement ahead of the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election, ASP Asong Ayrakwa, Nima District Police Commander, stated that the Ghana Police Service will deploy about 80 officers to each electoral area to safeguard voters, candidates, and electoral officials. The deployment is part of broader preparations […]
Minority Leader calls for policy frameworks to drive long-term national development
BY VALENTIA TETTEH The Minority Leader in Parliament, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called for the adoption of strong policy frameworks aimed at ensuring sustainable national development beyond political administrations. Speaking at a public lecture held in Parliament on Thursday, February 26, 2026, Mr. Afenyo-Markin outlined what he described as key governance frameworks necessary to support […]
No approval granted for DVLA operations in diaspora – Foreign Affairs Ministry clarifies
By Hannah Dadzie The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed viral reports suggesting it has approved a plan for officials of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) to travel abroad to offer driver’s licence registration and renewal services to Ghanaians living in the diaspora. In a statement issued on Thursdat, February 26, 2026, the […]
GoldBod warns licensees over non-compliance with reporting obligations
By Magdalene Andoh The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has issued compliance notice No. GOLDBOD/2026/04, cautioning gold buying licensees who have failed to meet their mandatory reporting obligations under the terms of their licences. According to the Compliance Directorate of GoldBod, the Board’s attention has been drawn to instances where some licensees have not complied with […]
We’ve budgeted $13.7 million for the Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup campaign – Sports Minister
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, detailed a comprehensive budget of $13,776,965 USD (GH¢146,268,659.80) for the Black Stars’ campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, February 26. The tournament, set for June and hosted across the USA, Canada and Mexico, sees Ghana drawn in a tough Group L […]
