Uncertainty grips global African diaspora as Ghana halts citizenship pathway
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Ghanaian government’s decision to pause its flagship citizenship pathway for the African diaspora signals a significant pivot in its “Beyond the Return” agenda. Announced on Sunday, February 1, 2026, the suspension by the Ministry of the Interior and the Diaspora Affairs Office marks a strategic recalibration rather […]
Newmont Ghana supports Korle Bu’s critical care are with equipment donation
Newmont Ghana has delivered a major lifeline to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, donating essential medical equipment worth over GH¢2.1 million to enhance care for critically ill patients. The generous contribution, handed over by Country Manager Danquah Addo-Yobo, targets the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Pediatric Oncology Unit. This boost arrives as Ghana’s leading referral […]
Nana Agradaa’s 15-year Jail term reduced to 12 months
By Diana Adjei The Amasaman High Court, on Thursday, February 5, 2026, delivered a major judgment in the appeal case of Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa. The court has reduced her original 15-year prison sentence to 12 months (one year). Nana Agradaa was first convicted on July 3, 2025 by the Accra […]
Justice tempered with mercy: Agradaa’s prison term reduced to 12 months
By Ashiadey Dotse The Amasaman High Court has reduced the 15-year prison sentence of controversial evangelist, Nana Agradaa, to 12 calendar months, describing the original punishment as harsh and excessive.In its ruling on Thursday February 5, 2026, the court upheld her conviction but exercised its discretion to vary the sentence earlier imposed by the trial […]
Vice President raises housing, rent and urban planning concerns
By Sarah Baafi Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger teamwork, inclusive decision-making and sustainable housing policies as government intensifies efforts to address Ghana’s housing and infrastructure challenges. Speaking during a working visit to the Ministry of Works and Housing, the Vice President emphasised that national development requires collective responsibility, noting that […]
Local Gov’t Minister resolves Sunyani chieftaincy dispute, unveils roadmap for peace and development
By Yayra Lawoe The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has intervened in the chieftaincy dispute within the Sunyani Traditional Council, restoring calm and setting the stage for renewed unity and development. The intervention addressed long-standing tensions involving the Paramount Queen Mother, Nana Akosua Dua Sika Brayie II, and the Paramount […]
We aim to recapture the cooperation that existed between Ghana and Zambia – President Mahama
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave President, John Dramani Mahama has expressed his desire to revive the strong cooperation that once existed between Ghana and Zambia. He emphasized the need for enhanced economic partnership agreements between the two countries, moving beyond mere political dialogue. “We believe that a kind of enhanced economic partnership agreements will be the […]
Local Gov’t Minister prioritises chiefs’ welfare, peace and 24-hour markets
By Yayra Lawoe The Minister for Local Government, Ahmed Ibrahim, has pledged renewed government support for the welfare of chiefs and the effective functioning of the regional houses of chiefs, as part of efforts to strengthen traditional governance. Speaking during a familiarisation visit to the Bono East Regional House of Chiefs in Sunyani, Mr Ibrahim […]
GoldBod begins local refining of ASM gold as Gold Coast Refinery operations take off
By Magdalene Andoh Ghana has officially begun the local refining of gold purchased from the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) sector, following the commencement of refinery operations by the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in partnership with Gold Coast Refinery. The milestone was marked with a tour of the Gold Coast Refinery premises by the Minister […]
Infrastructure deficit hits Takpo SHS in Upper West region
Story by Dennis Bebane and Jacob Booyere Management of Takpo Senior High School in the Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region has expressed worry over poor infrastructure at the school. The 16-year-old school is still operating in an old Junior High School (JHS) 6-unit classroom block without a dormitory, forcing management to convert the […]
Ghana pushes stronger legal frameworks for digital innovation at TechLaw Conference 2026
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening legal and policy frameworks to support the country’s growing digital economy. The Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, made this known on Thursday, January 29, 2026, while speaking on behalf of the sector minister, Samuel […]
Washington Post announces sweeping layoffs, scaling back news coverage
The Washington Post has announced it is laying off one-third of its workforce, sharply scaling back the paper’s coverage of sports and foreign news. The cuts, announced on Wednesday, will impact employees across departments with roles in the newsroom’s sports, local and foreign sections hit particularly hard. It marks the latest upheaval for the leading […]
Zimbabwe’s Mugabe is latest former African leader to be mentioned in Epstein files
Zimbabwe’s ex-President Robert Mugabe may have had financial ties with Jeffrey Epstein, according to the latest batch of files related to the convicted US sex offender. In an email exchange from 2015 with Japanese entrepreneur Joi Ito, the disgraced financier suggested they approach then-President Mugabe to provide Zimbabwe with a new currency after the local […]
Ghana, Zambia to sign eight MOUs including visa waiver agreement
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Lusaka, Zambia – President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana and Zambia are set to strengthen bilateral cooperation with the signing of eight Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), including a landmark visa waiver agreement between the two countries. According to the President, the visa waiver agreement will allow Ghanaians to travel […]
