The High Street Business shifts focus to business literacy
The High Street Business is positioning itself within a growing movement to reframe how audiences engage with news, placing greater emphasis on business education and analytical reporting over traditional headline-driven content. The digital publication, launched on October 25, 2025, by Samboad Publishing under Samboad Business Group Ltd, enters Ghana’s media space at a time when […]
Russia, China veto UN resolution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Russia and China exercised their veto power at the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday to block a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The vote concluded with 11 nations in favor and two against, while Pakistan and Colombia abstained. This diplomatic impasse occurred against the […]
Rising mining royalties could render Ghana’s gold reserves economically unviable – Patrick Appiah Mensah
By: Sarah Baafi Ghana’s push to increase revenue from gold mining is facing strong caution from industry players, who warn that rising royalties could make parts of the country’s mineral wealth economically unreachable. Speaking on GTV Breakfast Show during a detailed discussion on understanding royalties, Patrick Appiah Mensah, Managing Director of Bogoso Prestea Gold Mine, […]
Peter Kwakye-Ackah calls for overhaul of Ghana’s transport strategy
By: Sarah Baafi A fresh debate on Ghana’s transport strategy has emerged following remarks by Peter Kwakye-Ackah during a discussion on GTV Breakfast Show, where officials from the Transport Ministry and Metro Mass Transit Limited assessed the impact of 100 newly delivered buses. Kwakye-Ackah acknowledged the government’s effort in procuring the buses but stressed that […]
Sliding scale royalty will increase costs and affect Ghana’s competitiveness – Managing Director, Bogoso Prestea Mines
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney The Managing Director of Bogoso Prestea Mines, Patrick Appiah Mensah, has raised concerns about the government’s proposed sliding scale royalty regime for gold, warning that it could increase operational costs and weaken Ghana’s position in the global mining sector. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on Wednesday April 8, 2026, Mr. […]
LGBTQ+ Bill controversy deepens as priority argument collides with delay claims
By: Sarah Baafi A sharp national debate has erupted over the LGBTQ+ bill following comments by Kwame Jantuah during a discussion on GTV, where he defended the position of President John Dramani Mahama and questioned the growing criticism surrounding the issue. Kwame Jantuah argued that President Mahama’s statement that the bill is “not the most […]
Review of fuel levies must balance relief and economic stability – John Jinapor
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney The government is consulting key stakeholders over increasing demands to either scrap or reduce fuel-related taxes, following growing public concern about rising ex-pump prices of petroleum products. The calls, have gained momentum in recent weeks, and are being championed by the Minority Caucus in Parliament, transport operators and other interest groups. […]
President Mahama begins Paris visit with Senate talks, set for meeting with Macron
President John Dramani Mahama has commenced his one-day official visit to Paris with a high-level meeting with the President of the French Senate, Gérard Larcher. The President was received with a ceremonial military welcome ahead of the bilateral discussions, which focused on strengthening trade and investment ties, enhancing regional security, and intensifying the fight against […]
Tax cuts not hurting revenue – GRA reports 20% increase
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney The Ghana Revenue Authority has dismissed fears of a major revenue shortfall following the removal of the E-Levy, COVID-19 levy and betting tax, after recording stronger-than-projected collections in the first quarter of 2026. The concerns had centred on how the government would compensate for the loss of income from the scrapped […]
Patrice Motsepe lands in Senegal amid AFCON title dispute
By Kwame Bediako Patrice Motsepe’s visit to Senegal addresses escalating tensions from the CAF Appeals Committee’s March 17 ruling that stripped Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title, awarding it to Morocco on an administrative 3-0 scoreline. Visit Details CAF President Motsepe arrived in Dakar on April 8, 2026, for high-level talks with […]
Government approves Engineers and Planners as successful bidder for Damang mine lease
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Government of Ghana has confirmed Engineers and Planners Limited as the successful bidder for the Damang Gold Mine, following a competitive tender process. The announcement comes after the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources received the report of the Tender Committee from the Minerals Commission on Tuesday, April 7, […]
GFA EXCO set for crunch Friday meeting to decide new Black Stars coach
By Kwame Bediako Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council convenes on Friday, April 10, 2026 for an emergency meeting to name the next Black Stars boss. Fresh off this week’s grueling candidate interviews, the clock ticks toward a post-Otto Addo era. All Exco members will pack the room, dissecting pitches on tactics, star-handling, African know-how, and […]
Engineers and Planners Ltd emerges top bidder for Damang Mine lease
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Engineers and Planners Limited has emerged as the highest evaluated bidder for the Damang Gold Mine lease, following a competitive tender process supervised by the Minerals Commission. The recommendation by the Tender Committee comes after a rigorous evaluation under Regulation 258 of the Minerals and Mining (Licensing Regulations), 2012 (LI […]
President Mahama issues three calls to action at One Health Summit, warns on climate, health and inequality
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Lyon, France — President John Dramani Mahama has called for urgent global action to confront escalating health threats, outlining three key steps for world leaders while warning of the growing links between climate change, disease, and inequality. Speaking at the One Health Summit 2026 in Lyon, President Mahama stressed […]
