Ghana’s 2026 Budget: Big Push Projects and Education Investments Face Calls for Clear Timelines amid Ambitious Allocations
By Seraphine Nyuiemedi The government’s 2026 budget has earmarked a significant GH¢30.5 billion for the ‘Big Push’ initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s road infrastructure alongside a GH¢33.3 billion allocation to the education sector. These ambitious investments signal a strong commitment to national development but have also raised concerns among journalists and stakeholders at a budget […]
Sports Minister reaffirms government’s commitment to restoring Essipong Stadium
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to fully restoring the Essipong Sports Stadium into a functional, commercially viable national asset. His comments followed an inspection visit to the facility alongside the Director General of the National Sports Authority, Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah. Originally constructed for the 2008 African […]
Ashfoam Rewards 12 selected GJA Media Awards Winners in Support of Journalism Excellence.
By: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu and Enoch Ankomah Twelve journalists who shone at the 29th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards have received reward packages from Ashfoam Ghana, fulfilling a sponsorship pledge made during the awards ceremony. The initiative underscores Ashfoam’s commitment to supporting excellence in journalism and recognizing the hard work of media professionals across […]
Dr. Steve Manteaw rebuts claims of Ghana Gold Board ‘Legalizing Galamsey’
By Magdalene Andoh Policy analyst and natural resource governance advocate, Dr. Steve Manteaw, has strongly refuted claims by Prof. Stephen Addae that the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) effectively legalizes illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. Describing the assertion as “mischievous,” Dr. Manteaw said Prof. Addae’s comments reflect a clear misunderstanding of the […]
Gender Ministry condemns viral video of child being forced to smoke; Calls for immediate arrest of perpetrators
By Magdalene Andoh The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has condemned a disturbing video circulating on social media showing a group of men forcing a young child to smoke a cigarette. The Ministry described the act as abusive, unlawful, and a blatant violation of the child’s rights and dignity. In a statement […]
Nothing Personal – Mané dismisses rumours of hostility with Salah at Liverpool
By: Kwame Bediako Former Liverpool star Sadio Mané has shed light on his relationship with Mohamed Salah during their time at Anfield in an interview with Rio Ferdinand on his podcast. The 33 year old emphasised that their bond was much stronger than the rivalry many fans perceived. Mane said, “Great player, good player, great […]
Wendy Shay champions children’s creative industry; Set to perform at Ghana’s biggest family fun festival
Award-winning Ghanaian musician Wendy Shay has been announced as the headline performer for the highly anticipated 2025 Bambini Fun Festival, Ghana’s biggest annual celebration for children and families. The “It’s Too Late” hitmaker joins the festival at a time when her music, brand influence, and outreach efforts are strongly impacting children, young people, and parents […]
Francis-Xavier Sosu elected Chairman of ECOWAS Caucus at Africa Parliamentary Union
By George Antwi The Member of Parliament for Madina and renowned human rights advocate, Francis-Xavier Sosu, has been unanimously elected Chairman of the ECOWAS Caucus of the Africa Parliamentary Union (APU). His election was confirmed on Thursday, November 20, 2025, during a caucus meeting held as part of the 84th Session of the APU Executive […]
Climate change intensifying extreme urban heat episodes – Professor Emmanuel Bamfo-Adjei
By Maltiti Sayida Saddick and Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Dean of the School of Graduate Studies and Research at the Cape Coast Technical University, Professor Emmanuel Bamfo-Adjei has raised alarm on the impact climate change is having in tropical regions leading to extreme urban heat. According to him, since West Africa is rapidly urbanizing and by […]
Our foods are heavily contaminated with agrochemicals – Toxicologist sounds alarm
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Consultant Toxicologist at the Forensic Investigation for National Development Ghana (FIND-GH), Yakubu Adam has sounded alarm on the amount of agrochemicals found in the food we eat. He called on government to take urgent action to address the growing threat of agrochemical contamination in the country’s food supply, warning that the […]
EPA CEO introduces measures to fight pollution and climate change
By Maltiti Sayida Saddick and Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Chief Executive Officer, CEO of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse has highlighted during the EELL 2025 Canada Conference, the challenges Ghana has and continues to face in relation to pollution as well as Climate Change. According to her, air pollution remains Ghana’s […]
GoldBod calls for “Renewal over Stagnation” at Kimberley Process Ministerial Meeting in Dubai
By Magdalene Andoh Ghana has urged member states of the Kimberley Process (KP) to embrace reform and avoid the paralysis that has stalled progress in strengthening transparency and accountability in the global diamond trade. Speaking at the Kimberley Process Ministerial Meeting in Dubai, the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi delivered Ghana’s national statement […]
Labour Minister launches Ashanti Regional Health & Safety Taskforce to protect workers
By: Angel Quaye The Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment has introduced a new regional initiative aimed at improving workplace safety and ensuring stronger compliance with Ghana’s labour laws. The Ashanti Regional Health and Safety Compliance Taskforce has been set up to support inspections, guide employers, and help prevent accidents. Speaking at the launch on […]
Wendy Shay breaks silence on malicious viral video
By: Adams Perpetual A disturbing video about Wendy Shay has been circulating online in the past few days, causing shock among fans and the general public. The award-winning artiste says the claims in the video are completely untrue and were created with the sole aim of damaging her reputation. She described the content as “very […]
