MPs call for stronger aviation safety measures after fatal Tema aircraft crash
By Valentia Tetteh Members of Parliament of Ghana have called for enhanced aviation safety measures and a thorough investigation following the recent microlight aircraft crash in Tema that claimed two lives. The aircraft, which was travelling from Ho to Accra, crashed on Monday, March 16, resulting in the deaths of two brothers believed to be […]
Parliament passes University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill
By Valentia Tetteh Parliament has passed the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025, paving the way for the establishment of a new public university and outlining its governance and management structures. The bill was laid before Parliament on February 17, 2026, by the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor, on behalf […]
New runway planned for Sunyani Airport to boost Air Travel – Mahama
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to build a new runway at Sunyani Airport to allow larger aircraft to operate and improve air travel in the Bono Region.Speaking during his Resetting Ghana Tour in Sunyani on Thursday, March 19, 2026, the President said the current airport infrastructure is not adequate, especially […]
Mahama defends new SIM re-registration, cites flaws in previous exercise
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has defended plans to conduct a new SIM card re-registration exercise, describing the previous process as ineffective and lacking credibility.Speaking during his “Resetting Ghana” tour in Sunyani on Thursday, March 19, 2026, the President said the earlier exercise failed to produce meaningful results despite the difficulties it created […]
No profit, no bonuses – Deputy Finance Minister to SOEs
By Amoako Kwame Deputy Minister of Finance, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has announced that state-owned enterprises (SOEs) recording losses will no longer be allowed to pay bonuses to management or staff, as part of efforts to enforce stricter financial discipline. Speaking at the SIGA 2026 Awards Conference on March 19, 2026, he delivered a firm message […]
SOEs must lead Ghana’s economic reset agenda – Vice President
By Amoako Kwame Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has encouraged State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to prioritize productivity and accountability, stating that historical challenges are no longer acceptable excuses for poor performance. Speaking at the 2026 SIGA Stakeholder Conference organized by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) the Vice President emphasized that SOEs are vital […]
NPP minority rejects Auditor-General’s claims on 1D1F, demands retraction
By Felix Cofie The Minority Caucus of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Parliament has strongly pushed back against portions of the Special Audit Report on the One District One Factory (1D1F) initiative, describing key conclusions as “factually inaccurate” and “legally unsupported”. In a press statement issued in Accra on March 19, 2026, the caucus […]
Jinijini–Sampa road to be completed by 2027 – Mahama
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has assured residents in the Bono Region that the long-delayed Jinijini–Sampa road will be completed by 2027. He said the road will be fully asphalted as part of the government’s plan to improve road infrastructure across the country. President Mahama gave the assurance on Thursday, March 19, 2026, […]
No road projects will be cancelled under Mahama administration – Roads Minister
By Sarah Baafi The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has said the government will not cancel any ongoing road projects under the administration of John Dramani Mahama, stressing a renewed focus on continuity, funding and accelerated completion. Speaking during the President’s Resetting Ghana Tour in the Bono Region, the minister said all existing […]
Burkina Faso suspends fresh tomato exports to boost local industry
By Sarah Baafi Burkina Faso has announced an immediate suspension of fresh tomato exports across the country, as part of efforts to strengthen local processing capacity and ensure adequate supply for domestic industries. In a joint communiqué issued on March 16, 2026, the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Crafts and the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal […]
You’re not getting a worse World Cup Than 2010 – Wayne Rooney
Kwame Bediako Former England striker, Wayne Rooney has ignited debate by branding the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, the only edition hosted on African soil and hailed by many as iconic, with Spain’s inaugural triumph over the Netherlandsas the absolute worst. Speaking on The Overlap Podcast, the ex-Three Lions striker pinned his scathing […]
Ghana completes evacuation of nationals from Israel amid regional tensions
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has concluded the evacuation of its nationals from Israel, bringing home all citizens who requested government assistance, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed. The operation, coordinated through Ghana’s embassy in Tel Aviv and in collaboration with regional partners, also included the withdrawal of some diplomatic staff. A […]
Gov’t considers performance-linked pay for state-owned enterprises – Veep
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has said the government is considering a performance-linked remuneration framework for specified state-owned enterprises, to be implemented by the Ministry of Finance. She said the proposed measures are aimed at raising standards across the public sector. “We must reach a point where public ownership reflects […]
Ghana faces tomato shortage and price surge as Burkina Faso halts exports
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The military-led government of Burkina Faso has enacted an immediate suspension of all fresh tomato exports across its territory. This strategic move aims to shield domestic processing units from supply shortages and bolster the nation’s burgeoning agro-processing sector. The directive signals a significant shift in regional trade dynamics […]
