Mother tongue instruction now compulsory in all basic schools – Haruna Iddrisu
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that the use of mother tongue instruction is now compulsory in all basic schools across Ghana. Speaking at the launch of the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities in Accra on Friday October 24, 2025, Mr. Iddrisu said the new directive takes immediate […]
Photo Highlight: Book of condolence opens for former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
A book of condolence has been opened for former First Lady of Ghana, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, following her passing, to allow government officials, political leaders, and members of the public to pay their respects to the late Ghanaian stateswoman. The Former First Lady of Ghana, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the Ridge […]
Otumfuo’s commemorative gold coin presented to Commonwealth in London
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey has applauded the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for making peacebuilding a central focus in his illustrous reign. “His peace initiative is well documented and as a Commonwealth we associate with the initiative, “ she stated. Ms Ayorkor Botchwey made the remarks when the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Coin was […]
Illegal mining threatens gari and palm oil – Research
A study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pure Earth has revealed alarming levels of mercury, arsenic, lead, and other toxic metals in areas of Ghana affected by illegal small-scale gold mining, otherwise known as “galamsey”. The research, which covered the Ashanti, Eastern, Central, Western, Western North, and Savannah regions, shows how galamsey is […]
Finance Ministry pushes for collective action on Ghana Infrastructure Plan
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has called on all stakeholders to rally behind the newly launched Ghana Infrastructure Plan (GIP), describing it as a defining step toward building a modern, connected, and resilient nation. Speaking at the official launch of the Plan, Mr. Nyarko Ampem reaffirmed government’s commitment […]
Government mourns former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Government of Ghana has announced with deep regret the untimely passing of Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady and founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Government Communications, Mrs. Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after a […]
Ghana Free Zones Authority backs government’s new infrastructure plan
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) has pledged its full support for the implementation of the 40-Year Ghana Infrastructure Plan (GIP), unveiled by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) in Accra. The plan, themed “The GIP is the Foundation of Ghana’s Long-term National Development,” serves as a comprehensive blueprint to […]
Government launches programmes without parliamentary scrutiny – Afenyo Markin
By Ruth Serwaa Asare The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo Markin, has criticized the government for launching major flagship programmes without first presenting the necessary documents to Parliament for scrutiny and oversight. Speaking at the Leaders’ Press Briefing in Parliament today, Mr. Afenyo Markin expressed disappointment that although President John Dramani Mahama has publicly […]
There must be no Grade A or Grade B schools – Majority Leader
By Roberta Gayode Modin Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has called for sweeping reforms across Ghana’s public service institutions, especially in the educational sector, emphasizing the need for accountability, equal performance, and a renewed commitment to national development. Addressing the House, the Member of Parliament stressed the urgent need to fix inequalities in the country’s education […]
Nana Addo’s failure to sign the anti-LGBTQ+ bill cost NPP 2024 elections – Assin South MP
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH One of the sponsors of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, commonly referred to as the anti-LBGTQ+ Bill, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, has attributed his party, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) defeat in the 2024 General Elections to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s refusal to assent to the […]
Government to establish special courts to handle Auditor-General’s report infractions
By Ashiadey Dotse The government has announced plans to set up special courts to deal specifically with cases that arise from the Auditor-General’s report. This decision was reached during a meeting held at the Jubilee House between President John Dramani Mahama, the acting Chief Justice, the Attorney-General, and the Auditor-General. The special courts will handle […]
Ghana signs MoU to send nurses to Grenada
Ghana and Grenada, a Caribbean Island nation, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the recruitment of Ghanaian nurses in Grenada. The signing ceremony took place at the Presidency in Accra during a luncheon, hosted by President John Dramani Mahama in honour of the visiting Grenadian Prime Minister, Dickon Amiss Thomas Mitchell. Mr Samuel […]
DNA test traces Grenadian Prime Minister’s ancestry to Akans in Ghana
Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Amiss Thomas Mitchell, has revealed that DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) test traces his ancestry to the Akan people of Ghana. He made the disclosure on Friday in his remarks during a bilateral meeting with President John Dramani Mahama at the Presidency in Accra. The Prime Minister who arrived in Accra, on Thursday, October 16, is in the country for a […]
GCAA grants Air Tanzania air operator certificate
By Celestine Avi The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has granted a Validated Foreign Air Operator Certificate (VFAOC) to Air Tanzania, paving the way for the airline to commence operations between Dar es Salaam and Accra. In addition, the air transport regulator also granted Air Tanzania an Authorisation Certificate for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. […]
