Live: Ghana observes National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving
Ghana is today, July 1, 2025 observing the maiden National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. The maiden edition is under the theme “Reset, Reflect and Renew for National Prosperity”. The Christian Prayer and Thanksgiving Service is taking place this morning at the forecourt of the State […]
Government plans to construct 600 CHPS compounds by end of 2025 – Kwakye Ofosu
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Mr. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has announced that the John Dramani Mahama-led government is in the process of constructing 600 Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds nationwide by the end of 2025. The minister described the initiative as a major step toward improving […]
From China to India: Ghana eyes next big industrial leap
By John Guamah Amanor With the ink barely dry on new trade and industrial commitments from the 2025 Ghana–China Business Summit, B5 Plus CEO Mukesh Thakwani has already set his sights on Ghana’s next major diplomatic win: a Ghana–India Investment Forum scheduled for September this year. Speaking at the summit’s grand closing dinner at the […]
Ansah-Asare urges suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo to apologise for ‘disrespectful’ press conference
By Franklin Asare‑Donkoh A former Director of the Ghana School of Law, Kwaku Ansah‑Asare, says suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo should issue an unqualified apology to President John Dramani Mahama and the nation for what he calls an “utter betrayal” of the 1992 Constitution. Speaking on TV3’s KeyPoints on Saturday, 28 June, Mr Ansah‑Asare described Justice Torkornoo’s 25 June press conference as “disrespectful and uncalled‑for”. […]
Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey Meets Lands Minister, Calls for Stronger Action on Illegal Mining
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to fighting illegal mining, following a strategic engagement with the Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey. The high-level meeting, held at the behest of President John Dramani Mahama, was in response to a formal petition from the […]
Rev. Stephen Wengam Chairs Ghana Immigration Service Governing Council
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Dr. Stephen Wengam, has been appointed the Chairman of the newly constituted Governing Council of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). His appointment was made by President John Dramani Mahama and was officially confirmed during an inauguration ceremony held at the Ministry of the […]
Galamsey Fight Intensifies: Government Launches National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS)
Accra, June 26, 2025 Felix Cofie In a major push to clamp down on illegal mining activities, Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has officially launched the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) — a centralized, intelligence-led body tasked with coordinating all anti-galamsey operations nationwide. The launch, held in Accra, […]
Two Years After Assin North By-Election: Gyakye Quayson Reflects on Justice, Democracy, and Renewal
By: Rachel Quartey Today marks two years since the people of Assin North made a historic declaration at the polls, driven by principle rather than partisanship. Marking two years since his resounding victory in the Assin North by-election, Member of Parliament James Gyakye Quayson has delivered a powerful reflection on justice, democracy, and national renewal. […]
Sports Minister pledges full support for Black Queens ahead of WAFCON 2025
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana is making a highly anticipated return to the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for the first time since 2018. The Black Queens, who have missed out on the tournament for seven years are set to compete in Morocco, where the championship will be held from July 5 to July 26. […]
Lands Minister launches National Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has officially launched the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) to strengthen the fight against illegal mining, also known as galamsey. The event was held in Accra with support from the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, and the Minister for Defence, […]
DRIP initiative: More than 4,000 recruited nationwide, training underway – National Coordinator
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), Mr. Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, has announced that 4,460 personnel have been recruitment by his outfit to support the programme’s operations across the country. He revealed that the newly recruited personnel are undergoing a comprehensive training programme to ensure the effective and […]
Ghana welcomes Chinese investors at 2025 Business Summit
In a bold show of economic diplomacy, the Office of the Chief of Staff welcomed a high-powered Chinese investor delegation participating in the ongoing Ghana–China Business Summit 2025, organised in collaboration with the Sino-Africa Group. Representing H.E. John Dramani Mahama, Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah urged Chinese manufacturers to harness Ghana’s strategic location, stable […]
Ghana is open to business – Special Initiatives Minister tells China
By: Nana Yaw Preko Bimpeh The Ghana-China Business Summit 2025 has marked the beginning of a new era of cooperation between Ghana and China, with both countries poised to deepen their economic ties. Delivering a keynote address at the summit, Minister in Charge of Presidential Special Initiatives, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, emphasized that Ghana is open […]
Ghana’s High Commissioner-Designate to South Africa Benjamin Quashie to deepen bilateral ties
Barbara Kumah The High Commissioner designate to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie, says under his tenure, the relationship between Ghana and South Africa will be strengthened to promote development and drive economic growth. He says he aims to make a strong case for tourism growth in both countries. Mr. Quashie, the current chairman of the National […]
