CePPAG demands swift enforcement of Affirmative Action Law to elevate women in leadership
By Daniel Donkor The Centre for Peace and Progress Advocacy Ghana (CePPAG) has issued a renewed and urgent call for the full implementation of the Affirmative Action (Equity) Act, 2024 (Act 1121), warning that any delay risks entrenching long-standing gender disparities in leadership and slowing Ghana’s inclusive development agenda. The law, passed in 2024, mandates […]
Amaniampong family hands over fully furnished church to Catholic Diocese
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The surviving family of two deceased women Catholic faithful at NINTING in the Mampong Municipality of Ashanti has handed over a modern and bigger new Temple to the Catholic Church to expand the kingdom of God. The late women in whose memory the Chapel has been donated to the Ninting St. Peter’s […]
Home Stars coach Bright Ansah confident of victory despite squad setbacks
By Tilda Acorlor Home Stars coach, Bright Ansah has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s crucial Division One League Match Day 24 fixture against True Democracy, stating that his team is well-prepared to secure all three points at home. Speaking to GBC Volta Star Radio before the encounter, Coach Ansah revealed that while he may […]
US defends vote against UN slavery resolution, citing legal concerns over reparatory justice
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The decision by the United States to join Israel and Argentina in formal opposition to a landmark United Nations resolution on slavery has sparked a rigorous debate over the intersection of historical accountability and modern international law. While the measure passed with broad support, the American defense reveals […]
UK, US resist calls for trillions in payouts for slavery reparations as Russia, China and Iran vote in favour
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Following a historic and divisive vote at the United Nations General Assembly, a new geopolitical fault line has emerged over the demand for trillions of pounds in slavery reparations. While the United States moved to explicitly block the measure—denouncing it as an attempt to politicize historical tragedy—the United […]
Hearts of Oak, GFA engage Police over false claims about Benjamin Asare
By Belinda Nketia Accra Hearts of Oak and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) have reported what they describe as false and malicious allegations concerning goalkeeper Benjamin Asare to the Ghana Police Service. In an official statement dated 28 March 2026, Hearts of Oak dismissed the claims as “entirely false, misleading, and defamatory,” and confirmed that […]
Nine dead, 45 missing after migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti, IOM says
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A boat packed with migrants capsized off the coast of Djibouti this week while traveling toward Yemen. The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the United Nations migration agency dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration, reported the incident on Friday, March 27, 2026. At least nine people died […]
Data costs remain key barrier to Africa’s AI future – Bawumia
By Mercy Darko Former Vice President of Ghana, Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned that the cost of mobile data remains a significant barrier to Africa’s participation in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. Delivering a keynote address at the LSE Africa Summit 2026 in London on March 28, he stressed that while digitalisation is central to economic […]
NDC criticised over sole-sourced contracts under ‘Big Push’ initiative
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is facing criticism for awarding sole-sourced road contracts under the Big Push initiative, despite previously condemning the practice while in opposition. Spokesperson for Dr Bawumia’s campaign team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has accused the ruling government of hypocrisy, citing past statements in which the NDC criticised sole […]
Zimbabwe commends Ghana for historic UN resolution on transatlantic slave trade
By Rachel Kakraba Zimbabwe has praised Ghana for its landmark role in securing a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly declaring the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity. Ambassador Albert Ranganai Chimbindi, Zimbabwe’s Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Trade, described the move as a testament to Ghana’s enduring commitment […]
Bawumia urges Africa to embrace AI or risk falling behind again
By Mercy Darko Former Vice President of Ghana and 2028 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mahamudu Bawumia, has warned that Africa risks being left behind once again if it fails to fully embrace artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Delivering a keynote address at the LSE Africa Summit 2026, he stressed that the continent […]
Ghana, Zimbabwe renew bilateral partnership
By Rachel Kakraba Ghana and Zimbabwe are set to unlock new development opportunities following the renewal of their bilateral partnership, signalling a fresh chapter in cooperation between the two countries. Officials from both nations have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties across key sectors, including trade, agriculture, energy and infrastructure. Opening the Ghana–Zimbabwe Permanent Joint […]
Climate atlas to boost gender equity in agriculture and informal sector — Communications Minister
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has underscored the role of the Ghana Climate Atlas in advancing gender equity, particularly for women in rural agriculture and the informal sector. Speaking at the launch of the Atlas in Accra, the Minister noted that climate change continues […]
Noguchi, Church of Pentecost expand free TB screening at Chemunaa in Accra
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Residents of Chemunaa in Accra have benefited from an extensive free tuberculosis (TB) screening and health outreach organised by the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research in collaboration with the Home and Urban Mission Department of The Church of Pentecost. The exercise went beyond TB testing to include a wide […]
