Ghana Airways revival key to economic independence as technical team nears completion – Ablakwa
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says the restoration of Ghana Airways will play a critical role in strengthening Ghana’s economy while reinforcing national pride. Speaking at the closing of the Diaspora Summit 2025, Mr. Ablakwa noted that millions of dollars spent by diaspora travellers on foreign airlines could be redirected into the Ghanaian […]
Ghana’s Ambassador to US Presents Credentials to President Trump
By Felix Cofie Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Emmanuel Smith, has formally presented his Letters of Credence to U.S. President Donald J. Trump, officially commencing his diplomatic mission in Washington. The ceremony took place at the Oval Office of the White House, where Ambassador Smith joined 14 other newly appointed envoys accredited […]
E-Visa rollout scheduled for next year – Okudzeto Ablakwa announces
SOURCE: GRAPHICONLINE Government will roll out an Electronic Visa policy in the first quarter of next year, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced. “I am delighted to announce to you that this government, under strict instruction of President John Dramani Mahama, will be rolling out an e visa policy in […]
Ghana Moves From Dialogue to Action on Reparations and Pan-African Unity at 2025 Diaspora Summit
By Rachel Quartey and Rukayatu Musah Accra, Ghana — Ghana is taking decisive steps to advance reparatory justice and strengthen ties with its diaspora, following the 2024 Diaspora Summit held in Accra. It brought together African leaders, diaspora representatives, civil society, and legal experts from across the continent and beyond. Vice President Professor Naana Jane […]
Ghana reaffirms commitment to inclusive digital development at UN WSIS+20 review
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to building a people-centred, inclusive and development-oriented digital society at the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Meeting on the WSIS+20 Review held in New York. The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, said the country remains firmly guided by the vision […]
Ablakwa says Reparative Justice key to Africa’s future, urges coordinated global action at Diaspora Summit 2025
By: Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called for urgent and coordinated global action to secure reparative justice for Africa and people of African descent, saying the time has come to move beyond moral appeals to concrete outcomes. Opening the Diaspora Summit 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre, Mr Ablakwa, […]
Ghana to disburse GH¢139.3m to 350,580 households under 99th LEAP cycle
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) will, on Monday, December 22, 2025, commence nationwide disbursement of cash grants under the 99th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme, with a total of GH¢139,329,463.37 released to support about 350,580 beneficiary households across the country. The announcement […]
Ga Mantse apologises for ancestors’ role in slave trade
By Hannah Dadzie The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has acknowledged and apologised for the role some African traditional authorities played in the transatlantic slave trade, describing honesty and shared accountability as essential foundations for the global reparations agenda. Addressing participants at the Diaspora Summit 2025 in Accra, the Ga Mantse said genuine […]
Foreign Affairs Minister calls for global action on reparations at Diaspora Summit 2025
By Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called for urgent and coordinated global action to secure reparative justice for Africa and people of African descent, saying the time has come to move beyond moral appeals to concrete outcomes. Opening the Diaspora Summit 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre, Mr. Ablakwa […]
Ghana’s extradition bid for former Finance Minister faces probable cause hurdle in US Federal Courts
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Reporting highlights: The extradition request for Ghana’s former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, has escalated into a definitive legal and diplomatic confrontation between the administration of President John Dramani Mahama and the United States judicial system. The case has officially moved from administrative posturing to an active battle in […]
Parliament passes Ghana Sports Fund Bill, ushering in new era for sports financing
By Isaac Tetteh Parliament on December 18, 2025, officially passed the Ghana Sports Fund Bill, unlocking structured financing for sports development across the country. This landmark legislation, after extensive scrutiny and inter-agency collaboration, received final approval following comprehensive deliberations on the floor of the House. Introduced under the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, led by […]
Why Ghana’s GH¢1 billion gamble defines the final frontier for peace in Bawku
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Following the government of Ghana’s formal endorsement of the Asantehene’s mediation report on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, the nation has entered a high-stakes phase of conflict resolution. The report reaffirms Naba Asigri Abugrago Azoka II as the legitimate Bawku Naba, providing the legal clarity needed to end decades […]
EOCO exceeds 2025 recovery target by GH₵133m – Attorney-General
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine Akuritingah, has announced that the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has exceeded its 2025 recovery target by more than GH₵133 million. Speaking during the Government Accountability Series on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the Jubilee House, Dr. Ayine said EOCO recovered a […]
Tourism Minister demands accountability and speed as marine drive board takes office
By Gbeblewu Amen – PR Unit – MoTCCA The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has sent a clear signal that business-as-usual will no longer be acceptable for the Accra Marine Drive Enclave Limited, calling for decisive action, strict accountability and measurable results as she inaugurated the project’s Board of Directors. […]
