Unplanned infrastructure development harming Ghana’s built environment – Minister
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has cautioned that erratic infrastructure development across communities is negatively affecting the country’s built environment and urban planning processes. She explained that such uncoordinated development reflects a poor understanding of land economics and undermines sustainable growth. Mrs Awatey called for coordinated strategies to […]
Anloga floods wipe out 1,200 acres of vegetables, 600 farmers hit
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Floods have destroyed about 1,200 acres of vegetable farms in Anloga in the Volta Region, leaving some 600 farmers devastated and uncertain about their future. The District Director of Agriculture, Franklin Agbove, told the Daily Graphic that the disaster followed a full-day downpour on Friday, September 12, which submerged large […]
GTDC launches digital platform to attract tourism investment
By: Adams Perpetual The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) has launched a new digital platform aimed at attracting both foreign and local investors into the country’s tourism sector. The initiative comes as the government intensifies efforts to diversify the economy and create more sustainable jobs through culture, heritage, and eco-tourism. According to GTDC officials, the […]
Illegal mining driving up water treatment costs – Ghana Water Limited
By Godfred Anku Kaali Ghana Water Limited has warned that illegal mining is posing a major threat to water production across the country. The concern was raised during a public hearing on proposed tariff adjustments by utility providers, held in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital. The hearing, organised by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) […]
Ghana reaffirms commitment to Commonwealth values at 25th CFAMM in New York
By Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reaffirmed Ghana’s dedication to strengthening democracy, peace, and development within the Commonwealth. He made the remarks when he addressed the 25th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) held on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York. Mr. Ablakwa congratulated […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs family and friends plead for his release ahead of sentencing
Family, friends, former employees, and business associates of Sean “Diddy” Combs submitted more than 70 letters asking a federal judge for leniency ahead of his sentencing next week. “I don’t know how much longer I will be around but I would love to be able to see him and his children together again,” Janice Combs, his 84-year-old […]
Uganda opposition leader Bobi Wine cleared to run against Museveni in 2026
Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been cleared to run in the presidential election scheduled in January, the Electoral Commission has confirmed, a week after rejecting his initial submission. After Wednesday’s decision, Wine, a pop star-turned-politician, can once again challenge President Yoweri Museveni, who is seeking a record seventh term […]
Six West Africans deported to Ghana from US sent to Togo despite legal fight
At least six of the 11 West Africans deported to Ghana as part of the US crackdown on immigration have been transferred to Togo, their lawyers have said. The group was in the process of suing Ghana’s government to prevent their further deportation, amid concerns over their safety. “We can confirm that six were sent […]
Sarkodie commits to complying with NSA rules ahead of Rapperholic concert at Baba Yara Stadium
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian rap star Sarkodie has assured full compliance with the National Sports Authority’s (NSA) regulations as preparations intensify for the upcoming Rapperholic Homecoming concert. The event is scheduled to be held at the Baba Yara Stadium, a venue primarily used for football matches. This assurance came shortly after NSA Director General Yaw […]
Minority demands suspension of Ghana–US deportee deal over constitutional and security concerns
By Valentia Tetteh The Minority in Parliament has intensified calls for the immediate suspension of the government’s new deportee agreement with the United States, describing it as unconstitutional, a threat to national security, and a departure from Ghana’s long-standing foreign policy principles. At a media briefing on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, the Ranking Member on […]
Accra: ECOWAS reviews draft regulation on community levy manual
By Alexander Adi A review and validation of the draft regulation on the ECOWAS Community Levy Manual of Operations is underway in Accra. The four-day meeting brings together experts from member states responsible for the community levy to provide input on the draft manual ahead of its adoption. The community levy, the main source of […]
Canada invests in Ghana’s TVET sector with a C$30 million commitment
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Canada has pledged C$30 million to support youth competency-based training and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Ghana, the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Myriam Montrat, announced during a courtesy call on the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu. Minister Iddrisu praised Canada’s continued support for Ghana’s […]
President pursuing bold reset agenda focused on jobs, accountability and shared prosperity – Shamima Muslim
By Umaru Sanda The Deputy Presidential Spokesperson, Shamima Muslim, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to a transformative national agenda centred on job creation, accountability, and shared prosperity. Speaking at the National Emerging Leaders Economic Forum (NELEF) organized by VODEC Africa on September 22, 2025, Shamima Muslim said President John Dramani Mahama is “pursuing a bold reset […]
UNGA80: Lordina Mahama joins African First Ladies to champion women’s resilience amid climate change and conflict
By Seth Eyiah First Lady, Mrs Lordina Mahama, and other First Ladies from across the continent convened for a high-level side event during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 80), organized by the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD). The critical gathering, themed “Building Resilience for Women and Girls in […]
