Leave election predictions to pollsters – Kofi Nkansah tells prophets
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Public debate has intensified in Ghana over the involvement of religious leaders in politics, following a failed political prophecy by a Ghanaian prophet. Prophet Bernard El-Bernard Nelson-Eshun had predicted that Kennedy Agyapong would win the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries and become the party’s flagbearer. However, the prophecy did not […]
Chairman Wontumi declares bid for NPP National Chairmanship
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has declared his intention to contest the position of National Chairman of the party.In a statement dated February 4, 2026, Chairman Wontumi said his decision followed wide consultations with party elders and the youth. He […]
Persistent delays at Ghana’s ports undermine trade flows – World Bank
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The World Bank (WB) has warned that persistent delays at Ghana’s ports are undermining trade flows and constraining private-sector growth, particularly for businesses involved in import and export activities. Clearing goods through Ghana’s ports takes significantly longer than in several comparable African economies. Export clearance takes an average of nine days, while […]
Parliament prepares for battle over Ghana’s symbolic airport name change
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Ghanaian government’s proposal to rename Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to Accra International Airport marks a significant pivot in the nation’s “politics of memory.” Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga announced on Tuesday, February 3, 2026—coinciding with the 60th anniversary month of the 1966 coup—that the move aims to align […]
Walmart becomes first retailer to hit $1tn market value
Walmart has become the first traditional retailer to hit a $1tn (730bn) market valuation, propelling it into a small group dominated by tech firms. The milestone reflects the US retail giant’s booming e-commerce business and its success in drawing in price-conscious shoppers. Wall Street has also responded enthusiastically to its investments in artificial intelligence (AI). […]
SSA-UoG, TEWU and FUSSAG declare indefinite strike over unpaid obligations
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Senior Staff Association–Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU-TUC) and the Federation of University Senior Staff Associations of Ghana (FUSSAG) have declared an indefinite strike with immediate effect, citing unfair changes to their conditions of service and the government’s failure to settle outstanding financial obligations. The strike […]
I will not deliberately frustrate government business – Afenyo-Markin
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minority Leader in Parliament, Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, says his experience as a former Majority Leader has given him a clear understanding of the challenges involved in managing government business on the floor of the House, and for that reason, he will not deliberately obstruct government work. Speaking at a media […]
PURC investigates Sunyani blackout after GRIDCo transformer fault
By Daniel Donkor The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has begun a detailed incident monitoring exercise at the Sunyani operational areas of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), following a major power outage that plunged the Sunyani Municipality and surrounding communities into darkness. The blackout occurred on Tuesday, […]
TDC secures PPA clearance for Affordable Housing Project
By Edith Atiaka Eshun The Managing Director of TDC Ghana Limited, Courage Kafui Nunekpeku, says the Company has received clearance from the Ministry of Finance and the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) for its affordable housing expansion project, with the project currently at the award stage. Mr. Nunekpeku made the announcement at the 5th Annual General […]
TMPC shuts down unlicensed herbal centres in Ashaiman and Madina
By Edith Atiaka Eshun The Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) has shut down several unlicensed herbal medicine facilities in parts of Ashaiman and Madina as part of an enforcement exercise aimed at protecting public health. The operation, led by the Council’s Compliance and Enforcement Unit with support from the police, targeted herbal centres operating without […]
Ghana’s crude oil receipts slide 46% in second half of 2025
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana’s crude oil lifting receipts fell sharply to US$198.25 million in the second half of 2025, down from US$369.25 million recorded over the same period in 2024, according to data from the Bank of Ghana’s Semi-Annual Petroleum Funds Report. The decline has been attributed to fewer crude oil liftings as […]
Publish names of loan defaulters to improve recovery – Nelson Kuagbedzi
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Finance and tax analyst Nelson Cudjoe Kuagbedzi has called on banks and other financial institutions to publish the names of loan defaulters as a way of strengthening loan recovery and improving discipline within Ghana’s banking sector. His comments follow the release of new data from the Bank of Ghana showing […]
$22.6m World Bank support to boost Ghana’s food security – Ato Forson
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, says a $22.6m World Bank loan under the West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP) will significantly strengthen Ghana’s food security and help address long-standing structural challenges in the agricultural sector. Dr Forson made this known during a working tour of Golden […]
Banknote bouquets could land you in jail for seven years- Kenya’s central bank
Kenya’s central bank has warned people to stop using banknotes to make floral-like bouquets and decorations, which has become a trend in the East African nation. They are often ordered in the run-up to Valentine’s Day – and have been popularised by celebrities and online influencers, who share videos of themselves presenting such bouquets during […]
