GADA rallies stakeholders in Accra to forge anti-doping rules for fair play in Ghana sports
By Kwame Bediako Ghana Anti-Doping Agency (GADA) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 gathered sports leaders at the Alisa Hotel in Accra for a pivotal consultative meeting, championing integrity and fairness across Ghanaian sports. Stakeholders from the sports sector, administrators, athletes, media, and Ministry agencies dissected the draft Ghana Anti-Doping Regulations. Chief Director Mrs. Wilhelmina Asamoah […]
Ablakwa rejects “equal participation” claim in Slave Trade, calls for historical accuracy
By Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has rejected claims that Africa was an equal participant in the transatlantic slave trade, describing the narrative as historically inaccurate and damaging to global justice efforts. Addressing the media in Accra, after the adoption of a landmark United Nations resolution on slavery, the Minister clarified […]
EPA trains GBC journalists on climate change reporting
By Seli Baisie The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has trained 26 journalists from the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) to strengthen climate change reporting across television, radio and digital platforms. The one-day capacity-building workshop, held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, aimed to equip GBC staff with the skills to communicate climate issues more effectively and drive […]
Supreme Court sets hearing date for Wesley Girls High School religious rights case
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Supreme Court has scheduled Tuesday, April 21, 2026, to hear a landmark case regarding the constitutionality of directives at Wesley Girls’ High School. This legal battle centers on the intersection of religious freedom and the operational autonomy of faith-based institutions. The apex court’s decision will likely redefine […]
Ghana Para Swimmer Promise Aheto secures qualification to Commonwealth Games 2026
Ghana Para Sports has made history with its first-ever qualification to the Commonwealth Games, secured by Ghanaian para swimmer Promise Wonder Atsu Aheto, who will compete at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, scheduled from 23rd July to 2nd August 2026. Promise Aheto secured qualification through a bipartite slot following his classification and outstanding […]
World crude prices jump as Iran attacks Kuwaiti oil tanker in escalating war with US and Israel
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The strike on a fully loaded Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, has pushed the month-long Middle East conflict into a volatile new phase. This direct assault on energy infrastructure triggered immediate panic in global markets, sending world crude oil benchmarks to their […]
Former Defence Ministry procurement director to face prosecution over GH¢4.8m scandal
By Amoako Kwame The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is calling for the prosecution of a former procurement head at the Defence Ministry, Frank Oliver Kpodo, over a GH¢4.8 million vehicle procurement deal. This follows a demand by Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor for Mr Kpodo’s immediate interdiction, citing the alleged use of falsified documents in […]
EPA calls on journalists to drive climate change awareness
By: Sarah Baafi The Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse, has called on journalists to take a leading role in shaping public understanding and action on climate change, stressing that the fight cannot be won without a well-informed media. Speaking at a capacity building workshop specifically for […]
Bawku West pledges Climate–WASH Integration following BEWDA’s interface
By: Peter Agengre Three communities in the Bawku West District have sounded the alarm over worsening water, sanitation, and hygiene conditions driven by climate change, during a stakeholder interface session held in Zebilla. The forum, organized by Bawku East Women Development Association in partnership with WaterAid Ghana, brought together residents of Tilli, Komaka, and Agatuse alongside key district […]
President Mahama assents to five key bills on Security, Education and Economy
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has assented to five significant pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening governance, expanding access to education, and stabilising the economy. The newly signed laws touched on national security oversight, tertiary education, mining levies, and financial sector protection. The five signed bills into law, each targeting […]
President Mahama to host Zimbabwe’s Emmerson Mnangagwa on three-day state visit
President John Dramani Mahama is set to host Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on a three-day state visit to Ghana from April 1 to April 3, 2026. According to a statement from the Presidency, President Mnangagwa will arrive at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on April 1, Wednesday afternoon, where he will be received with […]
Galamsey fight on track despite criticism – Kwame Anthony
By: Sarah Baafi A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC’s) communication team, Julius Kwame Anthony, has pushed back against claims that the fight against illegal mining is failing under the leadership of John Dramani Mahama, insisting that the government is making steady and strategic progress. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on Tuesday, March […]
Much better than Austria – Anthony Baffoe praises Black Stars performance against Germany
By Marcella Mwinkoma Babing Former Ghanaian professional footballer and founder of the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG), Anthony Baffoe has expressed his satisfaction with Ghana’s performance against Germany on Monday March 30 and reaffirmed hope in the Black Stars though he emphasized that the 5-1 loss to Austria was a disaster. “The five one […]
Government seeks to amend Procurement Act to limit sole-sourcing
By Amoako Kwame President John Mahama has revealed plans to amend the Public Procurement Act, introducing new restrictions on single-source contracts. The move is part of a broader government strategy to improve transparency and ensure that state-funded projects deliver maximum value for money. Speaking at a dialogue with Civil Society Organizations(CSO’s) at the Jubilee House, […]
