IMCC, MoE begin preparation of bill to devolve education sector
The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC) and theMinistry of Education (MoE) have begun the process of enacting a new Bill aimed atEducation Sector Devolution. The process was launched during a high-level meeting held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the IMCC Secretariat in Accra, bringing together officials from the MoE, the Legislative Review Committee […]
Ghana seeks AU backing for UN Resolution on Slave Trade as Ablakwa pushes Reparations Agenda
By: Hannah Dadzie Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called for unified African Union support as the country prepares to table a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly seeking formal recognition of the transatlantic slave trade and slavery as the gravest crimes against humanity. Addressing the 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council […]
Kwame Owusu Danso calls for pragmatic solutions to Cocobod challenges
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave President of the Accountability Forum, Kwame Owusu Danso Esq has called for pragmatic solutions to address challenges facing the Cocoa Board, urging the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Randy Abbey to engage with stakeholders to identify and resolve issues. He emphasized on GBC’s Focus show that, the challenges are resolvable and expressed […]
Gov’t moves to strengthen market daycare centres under revised early childhood policy
By Edith Atiaka Eshun The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening market-based daycare centres across the country, describing them as critical bridges between today’s working mothers and the future of Ghana’s children. During an assessment visit to the 31st December Market Daycare Centre at Makola, the Sector Minister, […]
Ghana’s GH¢33 billion cocoa debt crisis threatens global chocolate supply chains
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Ghana’s cocoa sector, the historical spine of its economy, is currently facing a structural heart attack. The emergency Cabinet meeting scheduled by President John Dramani Mahama for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, is more than a routine government briefing; it is a desperate attempt to resuscitate a multi-billion dollar […]
Local Gov’t Minister to lead probe into alleged taxation of illegal mining equipment
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has been directed by President John Dramani Mahama to lead a team to conduct immediate investigations into allegations of illegal mining taxation scheme. The announcement was made by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, in a post on X. […]
Zongo chiefs warn of possible unrest if NDC annuls Ayawaso East primary
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ayawaso Council of Zongo Chiefs has cautioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC) against annulling the February 7 parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency, warning that such a decision could trigger unrest in the area. The warning follows calls by the NDC Majority Caucus in Parliament for the cancellation […]
Yilo Krobo MCE breaks ground for education projects
By Michael Kofi Kenetey In order to alleviate infrastructure deficits confronting basic, second cycle and tertiary institutions in the Yilo Krobo Municipality of the Eastern Region, the Yilo Krobo Municipal Chief Executive, Francis Addo Akumatey, together with the Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, and MP for Yilo Krobo, Dr. Albert Tetteh Nyarkotey, have […]
President commissions new envoys to represent Ghana abroad
By: Diana Adjei President John Dramani Mahama has formally commissioned a new batch of ambassadors and high commissioners to represent the Republic of Ghana abroad today at the Jubilee House in Accra. The ceremony marks a significant stage in the diplomatic appointment process undertaken in accordance with Article 74(1) of the 1992 Constitution. Addressing the […]
Safe surgery depends on system readiness – Health Minister Akandoh
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Minister for Health, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, says the success of surgery and the prevention of avoidable deaths depend largely on the readiness of health systems rather than the mere presence of hospital buildings. Speaking at the 66th Annual Conference of the West African College of Surgeons at the […]
Take advantage of the fugu demand- Labour Minister urges youth
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Zambia’s President, Hakainde Hichilema weighed into the cultural debate that has erupted online after the Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama arrived in Zambia wearing a traditional outfit called the fugu or smock. Some Zambians mockingly called it a “blouse”. But Zambia’s President hit back by sharing his love for the design, […]
Lands Minister in South Africa to Lead Ghana’s Delegation at Mining Indaba
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Acting Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has arrived in South Africa to lead Ghana’s delegation to the 2026 Mining Indaba Conference. In a statement issued by the Media Relations Officer at the Lands Ministry, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, the Minister touched […]
Ghanaian political parties face internal upheaval as OSP probes alleged vote buying, assault in primaries
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent What we covered here: The recent collision between entrenched political traditions and modern anti-corruption mandates has moved from a series of isolated electoral incidents to a systemic test of the rule of law in Ghana. By scrutinizing the internal mechanisms of both major parties—the New Patriotic Party (NPP) […]
Madina MP calls for dualisation of Pantang–Abokobi road as rehabilitation begins
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu, has renewed calls for the Pantang–Abokobi road to be dualised, following the commencement of rehabilitation works on the strategic corridor. The 8.6-kilometre road project, which includes internal roads within the Pantang Hospital, stretches from the Pantang Junction traffic lights to the […]
