Gov’t to procure 200MW battery storage to support electricity supply during peak demand at night
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that the government plans to procure 200 megawatts (MW) of battery energy storage to bolster electricity supply during periods of peak demand at night, as part of efforts to expand Ghana’s green energy capacity. Speaking in Parliament on Monday, March […]
Tackling youth unemployment is gov’t’s central focus now – Finance Minister
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has disclosed that tackling youth unemployment is now the government’s central focus for the country’s next phase of economic reforms following efforts to stabilise the economy. Speaking shortly after meeting the Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, Paschal […]
Lordina Foundation commissions renovated Anyima Health Centre to improve maternal and child healthcare
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah The Lordina Foundation has commissioned a fully renovated and well-equipped health facility at Anyima in the Bono East Region to improve access to quality healthcare, particularly for mothers and children. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, said the project reflects the foundation’s continued commitment […]
German Ambassador visits GBC: Spotlight on Ghana’s economic recovery and investment opportunities
By: Sarah Baafi Germany is positioning itself as a key partner in Ghana’s economic recovery, with plans to deepen investment and collaboration across multiple sectors. Ambassador Frederik Landshöft visited the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) on Friday March 13, 2026 to engage with the media and highlight opportunities for cooperation between Ghanaian and German businesses. Speaking […]
Earth Journalism Network, GARDJA launch ‘Save Our Sea’ project to protect marine resources
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Earth Journalism Network and the Ghana Agriculture and Rural Development Journalists Association (GARDJA) have jointly launched a project code-named “Save Our Sea” (SOS) to highlight underreported issues negatively affecting Ghana’s marine environment and its resources. The initiative is to support the country’s efforts to achieve the 30×30 conservation target by 2030 […]
Ghana, South Korea expand partnership in maritime security and investment
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae-myung, in Seoul as part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations between Ghana and South Korea. The high-level meeting focused on expanding cooperation in trade, agriculture, technology, security, and cultural exchange between the […]
Ghana calls for stronger Commonwealth action on climate, economy and youth development
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has called for stronger collaboration among member states of the Commonwealth of Nations to tackle climate change, economic uncertainty and emerging technological disruptions, as the country joined others to mark the 2026 Commonwealth Day. Speaking at a flag-raising ceremony in Accra to commemorate the celebration under the theme “Unlocking Opportunity Together […]
Julius Debrah inspires Ghana’s private sector to drive national transformation
In a powerful and heartfelt message that blended inspiration, reflection, and national vision, Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah has called on Ghanaians to embrace forgiveness, unity, and collaboration as the country works toward a stronger economic future. Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama at the Accra Friendship Forever Club Dinner on Saturday, […]
New Juaben North Assembly summons shop owners for failing to join sanitation exercise
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The New Juaben North Municipal Assembly has summoned several shop owners for failing to participate in a clean-up exercise organised to mark National Sanitation Day at Asokore in the Eastern Region. The exercise, which was led by the Municipal Chief Executive, Samuel Adongo, was organised with support from the Asokore Traditional […]
King Charles III hails UK–Ghana partnership on 69th Independence Anniversary
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Reporting highlights: King Charles III has officially extended his warmest wishes to President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana. The message marks the 69th anniversary of Ghana’s independence on Friday, March 6, 2026. The British monarch highlighted the strong historical ties and enduring partnership that define […]
Government donates seven outboard motors to robbery attack victims in Senya Beraku
As directed by the President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, together with the Member of Parliament for Awutu-Senya West, Gizella Akushika Tetteh-Agbotui, have donated seven (7) 40HP outboard motors to fishers in Senya Beraku following last week’s robbery attack. Out of the seven outboard […]
Ghana to showcase culture as guest country at Burkina Faso’s 22nd National Culture Week
By Diana Adjei Ghana has accepted an invitation to serve as Guest Country at Burkina Faso’s 22nd National Culture Week, scheduled to take place in Bobo-Dioulasso from 22 April to 2 May 2026. The invitation was extended by Burkina Faso’s Minister of Communication, Culture, Arts and Tourism, Gilbert Noël Ouédraogo, who led a delegation to […]
Interior Minister challenges Minority Leader to substantiate recruitment claims before Privileges Committee
By Valentia Tetteh An allegation made by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin regarding internal security recruitment has been referred to Parliament’s Committee on Privileges and Immunities following exchanges on the floor of the House. The referral follows concerns raised on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, by the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, over remarks made by […]
24-hour economy needs to be more private sector driven – Dr. Peter Terkper
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Financial Economist and Policy Analyst, Dr. Peter Terkper has stated that, Ghana’s 24-hour economy initiative needs to be driven more by the private sector than the public sector to which he argues that, implementing a 24-hour economy in the public sector would be costly and potentially lead to idle workers in […]
