Government to sets up GHS1bn Bawku revitalisation fund to tackle insecurity and spur development
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Government has announced the creation of a One Billion Ghana Cedi fund to restore peace, rebuild damaged infrastructure and revive economic activities in Bawku, following years of conflict and insecurity. In a statement issued by the Presidency on Wednesday December 17, 2025, Government admitted that the prolonged conflict in Bawku and […]
Ghana’s Military Engineers dispatched to Jamaica
By Hannah Dadzie and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has dispatched a specialised contingent of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to Jamaica to support reconstruction efforts. In a strong demonstration of Pan-African solidarity and international cooperation, the President described the mission, as a “bridge of solidarity across the Atlantic,” following the catastrophic devastation caused […]
Bawku Conflict: Naba Asigri Abugrago Azorka II is the lawful Bawku Naba – Asantehene
By Ashiadey Dotse The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has stated that Naba Asigri Abugrago Azorka II is the lawful Bawku Naba, describing his recognition as the key step needed to restore lasting peace in Bawku.Otumfuo made this known when he presented the Bawku Conflict Mediation Report to President John Dramani Mahama at the Jubilee […]
Vice President hosts farewell meeting for outgoing Palestinian Ambassador
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, has held a farewell meeting with the outgoing Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Ghana, His Excellency Abdulfatah Ahmed Khalifa Al Sattari. The meeting, which marked the conclusion of Ambassador Al Sattari’s eleven years of service in Ghana, was attended by […]
Ghana gears up for Chairmanship of the African Union; What are the prospects?
By Rebecca Ekpe Nelson Mandela once said, ‘’I dream of an Africa that is at peace with oneself’’. This peace is not in isolation, but needs unity to be peaceful, it needs strength and commitment for members states to be peaceful. What a joy to learn that Ghana is gearing up to take on the […]
KGL’s resilience and impact in 2025 sets benchmark for corporate Ghana
In Ghana’s highly competitive corporate environment, many private organisations struggle to survive sustained pressure, particularly when subjected to coordinated media attacks driven by competitors and vested interests. KGL Group, however, has demonstrated remarkable resilience. Despite persistent public scrutiny, the company has maintained credibility, integrity, and operational focus while continuing to deliver value across Ghana’s economic […]
Presidency Hosts GSS Presentation on Governance Series Wave 2 National Anti-Corruption Findings
The Jubilee House on Friday, 12th December 2025, hosted the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) as it presented the findings of the Governance Series Wave 2 survey, focused on bribery, corruption, and public sector accountability. Professor Francis Dodoo, Presidential Adviser for the National Anti-Corruption Programme, welcomed participants and underscored the need for stronger inter-sectoral collaboration in tackling corruption. […]
NDC legal team member defends creation of Special Prosecutor’s Office, questions its delivery
By Felix Cofie A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) legal team, James Kofi Afedo, has described the idea behind the establishment of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) as sound, but says its delivery has fallen far short of expectations. According to Lawyer Afedo, the disappointing performance of the office justifies calls […]
Ghana’s legendary highlife musician Daddy Lumba finally laid to rest amid last-minute legal tussle
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The iconic Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi, the Ashanti Region, became the stage for Ghana’s most dramatic farewell. Thousands of mourners converged on the venue, transforming the atmosphere with the bittersweet sound of highlife—a melody of national grief and determined celebration. This was not just a funeral […]
Sports Minister hosts Chinese Ambassador, explores strategic sports collaboration
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, on Friday, December 12, 2025 received H.E. Tong Defa, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to Ghana, in a courtesy call aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in sport infrastructure development, talent exchange, and technical partnerships. In a warm and forward-looking conversation, Hon. […]
Government ready to deepen partnership with Zoomlion to drive cleanliness, climate resilience and job creation
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening its partnership with Zoomlion Ghana Limited as part of efforts to advance environmental cleanliness, climate resilience, innovation and sustainable job creation across the country. Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ibrahim Ahmed, made the announcement on Friday, December 12, during […]
Azumah Resources Secures $37.5m Deal to Drive Sustainable Mining and Create 1,700 Community Jobs in Upper West
By Maltiti Sayida Sadick In a major boost for Ghana’s mining sector and the Upper West Region, Azumah Resources Ghana Limited has signed a landmark $37.5 million agreement with Danish engineering giant FLSmidth to supply cutting-edge mining equipment for the development of the Black Volta and Sankofa gold concessions. The signing ceremony took place […]
Lands Minister Armah-Kofi Buah Calls for Fair Climate Finance and Tougher Global Environmental Rules at UNEA-7
By Rachel QuarteyGhana has called for stronger global action on pollution, climate change, and environmental governance as the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Acting Minister for Environment, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, addressed the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7).Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama in Nairobi, Kenya, the Minister […]
5 others charged alongside Ken Ofori-Atta for causing financial loss granted GH¢250 million bail in SML case
Five persons charged alongside former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta for allegedly causing financial loss of more than GH¢1.4 billion in the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract saga have pleaded not guilty to charges filed by the Special Prosecutor. The accused persons in the case are Emmanuel Kofi Nti and Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah – both former Commissioner-Generals […]
