Ghana to submit motion to UN declaring slavery, gravest crime against humanity- President Mahama
By Love Wilhelmina Abanaonave President John DramanMahama has announced that, he is set to submit a landmark motion to the United Nations (UN) declaring slavery and the […]
Ivorian Ambassador salutes Ghana’s democratic journey at 69
The Ambassador of Côte d’Ivoire to Ghana, His Excellency Assiélou Félix Tanon, has congratulated the Government and people of Ghana as the country marks its 69th Independence Anniversary. In a message delivered on behalf of President Alassane Ouattara, he commended Ghana’s democratic achievements and reaffirmed the strong relations of friendship and cooperation between the two […]
Ghana@69:Our democracy endures because we compete without destroying each other – Mahama
By Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama paid glowing tribute to Ghana’s founding father, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, during the 69th Independence Day celebrations on March 6, 2026, crediting him with igniting a profound sense of consciousness and continental purpose. “Nkrumah didn’t just grant us independence; he awakened within us a sense of consciousness and a […]
WAHO congratulates Ghana on its 69th Independence Anniversary
The West African Health Organization (WAHO) has extended warm congratulations to the Government and people of Ghana on the occasion of the nation’s 69th Independence Anniversary. In a goodwill message marking the celebration, WAHO lauded Ghana’s historic role as the first Sub-Saharan African country to gain independence, describing the country as a lasting symbol of […]
US, Israel ramp up strikes against Iran as Middle East conflict enters second week
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key highlights include: Military operations across the Middle East entered a volatile new phase on Friday as the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran reached its seventh day. While Iranian missile launches have seen a sharp decline, the Trump administration has ramped up its offensive, striking […]
Cyclist pedals 600km from Tamale to Accra for unity and TVET reset
By Isaac Tetteh Determined cyclist Ibrahim Jazil Abanga embarked on an epic 600+ kilometer journey from Tamale to Accra on Sunday, March 1, 2026, under the banner “Pedal for National Unity, Youth Empowerment, and Resetting Ghana through Technical and Vocational Education.” Now just a few kilometers from Kumasi on Day 3, Abanga has pedaled relentlessly […]
Ghana Marks 69 Years of Independence
By: Sarah Baafi Today, 6th March, 2026, marks 69 years since Ghana gained independence, a historic moment that changed the course of Africa’s struggle for freedom. On March 6, 1957, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah boldly declared that the Gold Coast was free from British colonial rule, giving birth to the sovereign nation now known as Ghana. […]
Cement prices drop by 20% as construction inflation falls – President Mahama
President John Mahama says cement prices in Ghana have dropped by about 20 percent due to improved macroeconomic stability and engagement between government and industry players. Speaking at the commissioning of the world’s largest Calcined Clay plant at the Free Zones Enclave in Tema, President Mahama said the cement industry has received significant policy attention […]
Olam Agri launches 2026 Healthy Baker Campaign, targeting 10,000 bakers across Ghana
Olam Agri Ghana today officially launched the 2026 edition of its flagship Healthy Baker Campaign, an annual initiative that has become one of the country’s most impactful private-sector contributions to public health and food safety since its inception in 2022. Since its launch, the programme has successfully completed three nationwide cycles, benefiting 8,050 bakers, their […]
World Cup Warm-Up: Black Stars to face Wales in an international friendly
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Black Stars are gearing up for a landmark summer showdown, heading to the United Kingdom to face Wales in an international friendly at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday, June 2. This encounter marks the first time Wales hosts African opposition on home soil, infusing the fixture with rare historical weight. Kick-off […]
Selected roads in Accra to close temporarily for 69th Independence Anniversary Celebration
By: Belinda Nketia The Ghana Police Service has announced temporary road closures in Accra on Friday, 6 March 2026, ahead of the 69th Independence Anniversary Celebration at the Jubilee House. The affected roads include Liberation Road from Opeibea Intersection to the Central Business District, Independence Avenue at the Ako Adjei By-pass, and Jawaharlal Nehru Road. Access will be restored once the event concludes. […]
CAF reschedules WAFCON 2026 to 25 July–16 August
By Belinda Nketia 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has been rescheduled from March to July due to unforseen circumstances as stated by CAF. CAF announced the change on 5th March 2026 saying the new dates were agreed after discussions with partners including FIFA and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth organisation of the competition. […]
CLOGSAG instructs members to “stay home” from Monday, March 9, 2026
By Kwame Amoako The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has officially directed its members to embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, March 9, 2026. The directive was issued on March 5, 2026 and signed by Executive Secretary Isaac Bampoe Addo, instructing all staff within the Civil Service and Local Government Service […]
President Mahama commissions world’s largest calcined clay cement plant, sets 15% manufacturing GDP target
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned the world’s largest calcined clay cement plant at the Tema Free Zones Enclave, describing it as a major milestone in Ghana’s industrial revival and sustainable manufacturing drive. The $110 million facility, developed by CBI Ghana, has an annual production capacity of 1.5 million […]
