Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine flees country due to threats
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine announced Saturday that he has fled the country to escape a military-led manhunt following January’s disputed presidential election, as concerns grow over the safety of the popular politician who challenged longtime leader Yoweri Museveni. In a video posted on X, an unshaven Wine revealed he had been in hiding for […]
Shatta Wale and John Legend collaborate on ‘Ain’t Nobody’
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., has announced a collaboration with Grammy-winning American singer John Legend on a new single titled “Ain’t Nobody,” set to be released on March 20, 2026. According to him, the global collaboration blends African beats with soul. He made the announcement […]
YEA boss urges students to build networks and skills at Empower Vault Summit
By Lindsay Abbey Mensah The Chief Executive of the Youth Employment Agency, Malik Basintale, has urged tertiary students to identify their purpose, build valuable networks and develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s competitive global economy. Mr Basintale made the remarks at the Empower Vault Summit 2026 held in Accra. The summit featured panel […]
Medikal visits Youth Minister after appointment as anti-drug campaign ambassador
Ghanaian award-winning rapper Medikal paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, following his appointment as an ambassador for the National Youth Authority’s “Red Means Stop” anti-drug campaign. The meeting highlighted efforts to strengthen collaboration between the creative industry and government in tackling substance abuse among young people […]
Women must rise and lead- Salaga South MP tells young Muslim women
By Ashiadey Dotse Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has encouraged young Muslim women to believe in themselves and prepare to take up leadership roles in Ghana. She made the call during an event called Light of Her Deen, an intimate Ramadan iftar and mentorship gathering for young Muslim women. Speaking as […]
Salaga South MP highlights development efforts, women’s leadership at Ramadan mentorship event
By Ashiadey Dotse The Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has outlined several development initiatives for her constituency while encouraging young Muslim women to pursue education and leadership. She spoke at Light of Her Deen, a Ramadan iftar and mentorship gathering for young Muslim women. Addressing the gathering on Wednesday, March 11, […]
ECOWAS moves to deepen citizen participation with ECOSOCC platform
By Alex Adi The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is taking steps to increase citizen involvement in regional governance through the operationalisation of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOCC). The initiative is the focus of a three-day validation meeting of experts and ministers currently taking place in Accra. ECOSOCC is being established as […]
ShattaFest in London this year, August 3- Shatta Wale
By Wilhelmina Abanonave Popular Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale, has revealed plans to stage Shatta Fest in London this year despite facing challenges with investors. According to him, he has been personally funding many of his projects after some investors became frustrated by what he described as misleading information. “Investors have been repeat victims of […]
Earth Journalism Network, GARDJA launch ‘Save Our Sea’ project to protect marine resources
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Earth Journalism Network and the Ghana Agriculture and Rural Development Journalists Association (GARDJA) have jointly launched a project code-named “Save Our Sea” (SOS) to highlight underreported issues negatively affecting Ghana’s marine environment and its resources. The initiative is to support the country’s efforts to achieve the 30×30 conservation target by 2030 […]
CLOGSAG snubs NLC over ongoing strike
By Amoako Kwame The Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) on Wednesday, 11 March, reportedly failed to attend a scheduled meeting with the National Labour Commission (NLC) over its ongoing strike action. The apparent refusal by CLOGSAG to attend the meeting is being viewed in some quarters as a snub. The commission […]
Iran intensifies attacks on Middle East shipping and energy infrastructure as war with US and Israel enters day 13
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran entered its thirteenth day on Thursday, March 12, 2026, with a significant expansion of hostilities into the commercial hubs of the Persian Gulf. Brent crude oil—the international pricing standard for global markets—briefly reclaimed the $100 (approx. 1,088 GHS) a-barrel […]
I find reshuffling of state officials involved in malpractice very distasteful – Domelevo
By Wilhelmina Love and Korantemaa Akuaku The Former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo has tagged the recent 8.1 billion cedis irregularities cited in Audit Report read by the Deputy Finance Minister,, as “disgusting” and “distasteful”. He however said it is “not surprising” given similar incidents during his time in office. Speaking on the GTv Breakfast Show, […]
Ghana urged to prioritise national interest after Middle East drone attack
By Sarah Baafi A corporate governance expert and lecturer at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Law School, Kweku Anane Gyinde, has urged Ghana to carefully balance its diplomatic language to protect the country’s national interest following tensions in the Middle East. Speaking on On the Headlines, on GTV Breakfast Show while […]
Legal cannabis could boost Ghana’s exports if bureaucracy is reduced – Dr. Anane Gyinde
By Sarah Baafi A corporate governance expert and lecturer at the GIMPA Law School, Kweku Anane Gyinde, has welcomed the decision by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to open applications for cannabis cultivation and management licences, describing it as a realistic step toward regulating an industry that has long existed informally in Ghana. Speaking on […]
