Ghana’s domestic cocoa processors to handle over 50% of beans- Finance Minister
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that domestic cocoa processors will process more than 50% of Ghana’s cocoa beans going forward. He said the decision followed a meeting with local cocoa processors and the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, during which the private sector operators expressed both the […]
Ayawaso East by-election: Ballot spots drawn
By Amoako Kwame The Electoral Commission conducted the balloting for the Ayawaso East by-election at the constituency office in Accra on Thursday, February 12, following the successful filing of nominations on Wednesday, 11 February. The by-election was triggered by the death of the sitting MP, Mahama Naser Toure, in January while receiving treatment at the […]
Attorney General to conduct forensic audit into COCOBOD activities over last 8 years – Dr. Ato Forson
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, says Cabinet has directed the Attorney General to conduct a forensic audit and criminal investigation into the activities of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) over the past eight years. He made this known at a press briefing in Accra on Thursday, February 12, […]
Kojo Antwi reveals he finds inspiration for his music at night
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Veteran highlife musician Kojo Antwi has opened up about his creative process and nocturnal lifestyle. In an interview on Citi FM on Thursday, February 12, 2026, Mr Music Man revealed that he finds inspiration at night, often working late and waking up as early as 3 a.m. to create music. “I’m […]
Africa’s Year of Water 2026 must drive action on WASH gaps- WaterAid urges AU leaders
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH As African leaders prepare for the 39th African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit in Addis Ababa from 14–15 February 2026, WaterAid is urging governments across the continent to translate longstanding water and sanitation commitments into concrete financing and time-bound action. In a Call to Action issued ahead of the […]
Engagements ongoing to revive Teshie Desalination Plant to resolve water crisis- Adam Mutawakilu discloses
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Managing Director of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), Mr Adam Mutawakilu, has disclosed that high-level discussions are ongoing to revive the Teshie-Nungua desalination plant. The plant was shut down in late 2025 due to unpaid debts, contractual disputes, and maintenance challenges, causing persistent water shortages in Teshie, Nungua, Spintex, and surrounding areas. The […]
68% of Ghanaians back Mahama’s economic direction- IEA survey
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh A survey conducted by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has revealed that 68% of Ghanaians support the country’s economic direction under President John Dramani Mahama. A press statement released by the IEA on February 11, 2026 detailed the survey findings, showing that 68% of respondents approve of how President Mahama is […]
Wacam calls probe into ‘Tax for Galamsey’ extortion claims in Ashanti
By Dennis Ato Keelson Wacam, a grassroots human rights and environmental justice organisation focused on mining accountability, has called for urgent and independent investigations into allegations that public officials are profiting from protection fees imposed on illegal mining operations in the Amansie Central District of the Ashanti Region. The call follows an investigative documentary by […]
Police arrest cybercrime suspects and rescue kidnapped victims in Tema
By Amoako Kwame The Ghana Police Service has arrested two suspects and rescued multiple victims from organised cybercrime activities in Tema. In a statement released on February 12, 2026, the police indicated that the operation was initiated by the Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and was intelligence-led. “Acting on the instructions of the […]
NYA embarks on HIV/AIDS prevention campaign in second cycle schools in Koforidua
By Michael Kofi Kenetey Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) remains a major public health challenge among young people and students due to limited access to accurate information, peer pressure, stigma and risky behaviours. As a result, educating students on the need for sexual abstinence, prevention, responsible decision-making and the benefits of […]
Ghana and Turkey deepen cooperation to combat child labour at Morocco conference
By Sarah Baafi Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Abdul Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has strengthened bilateral ties with Turkey in the fight against child labour during a high-level meeting at the ongoing International Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour in Morocco. The bilateral engagement between Pelpuo and Turkey’s Minister of Labour focused on enhancing […]
Tetteh Yohuno clears 10-year promotion backlog, promotes 12,802 officers
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has cleared a backlog of career advancements within the Ghana Police Service that had accumulated over a decade. The IGP’s Secretariat confirmed the approval of the promotions, noting that a total of 12,802 officers have been elevated to various ranks. According to the Secretariat, […]
Ghana showcases mining strength and reforms at Mining Indaba 2026
By Sarah Baafi Ghana has reaffirmed its position as Africa’s leading gold producer and one of the continent’s most attractive mining destinations at the 2026 Mining Indaba, presenting a unified message of stability, reform and investor confidence. Speaking at the global mining conference, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, declared that […]
Ghana anti-corruption efforts plateau as Somalia remains world’s most corrupt nation in 2025 global index
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) reveals a world in crisis. Public sector corruption is reaching levels not seen in over a decade. Transparency International reported on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, that the global average score has fallen to 42 out of 100. More than two-thirds of nations […]
