Feed Ghana Programme: President Mahama presents agro-chemicals, tractors to key institutions
President John Dramani Mahama at the weekend presented agro-chemical and machines for onward implementation of the Feed Ghana Programme, a government flagship intervention to boost national food productivity. The President presented quantities of maize seeds, fertilizers, Kia truck and tractors to the Ghana Prisons Service and the National Service Authority to spearhead the implementation of […]
Annual $400 million imports of chicken is a shame — President Mahama
Ghana imports nearly $400 million worth of chicken every year, President John Dramani Mahama has said. The President said the imports ought to be a source of shame for all Ghanaians, reiterating plans to support 54 individuals to produce four million birds that would amount to 10,000 metric tons of chicken. President Mahama stressed his […]
GAF personnel to benefit from new Home Ownership Scheme – President Mahama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President John Dramani Mahama, has hinted that his government will soon launch a project dubbed the Home Ownership Scheme, which is specifically designed for personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). President Mahama gave the hint during his address at the passing out of the Regular Career Course 63 from the Ghana […]
President Mahama condemns Bawku violence; Backs Otumfuo’s peace efforts
By: Deborah Pofara Luu President John Dramani Mahama has strongly condemned the recent surge in violence in Bawku, emphasizing his confidence in the peace process led by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to bring lasting stability to the area. Speaking at the Ghana Military Academy’s Graduation Parade on April 11, 2025, President Mahama highlighted […]
President Mahama welcomes Czech expertise to boost Ghana’s agriculture and digital transformation
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has extended a warm invitation for Czech businesses to bring their expertise in machinery, automotive components, and advanced agro-processing technologies to Ghana. “We readily welcome Czech expertise in machinery, automotive components, and advanced agro-processing technologies to help Ghana add substantial value to our abundant agricultural produce and create […]
Mahama highlights AfCFTA as key to expanding Ghana-Czech economic ties
By Celestine Avi At the Czech-Ghana Business Cooperation Seminar in Accra, President John Dramani Mahama spotlighted the immense opportunities that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) offers to businesses, urging Czech companies to seize the chance to expand not only within Ghana but across Africa’s burgeoning markets. With Ghana strategically positioned as a key […]
Scrapping e-levy meant to promote digital financial inclusion – Prez Mahama
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President John Dramani Mahama says the decision to scrap the Electronic Transfer Levy Act, 2022 (Act 1075) and its amendment, Act 1089, which imposed a 1% levy on electronic transfers, is a strategic move to promote digital financial inclusion in Ghana. Defending the repeal of the Electronic Transaction Levy (E-levy)—a key campaign […]
President Mahama calls for greater investment in higher education at ACE@10 celebration
By: Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has asked African nations to harness the power of research, innovation, and strategic partnerships to drive the continent’s development. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 10th anniversary of the Africa Higher Education Centres of Excellence (ACE) at Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, President Mahama said the ACE […]
President Mahama to host Czech President Petr Pavel on three-day state visit
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The President, John Dramani Mahama, will host His Excellency Petr Pavel, President of the Czech Republic, for a three-day state visit to Ghana from April 8 to 10, 2025. The visit marks the first time a Czech Head of State is visiting Ghana since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Ghana […]
President Mahama signs bills to abolish E-Levy, Betting Tax, and others
By Celestine Avi President John Mahama has officially assented to a series of repeal and amendment bills, fulfilling a key campaign promise to overhaul Ghana’s tax system and ease the financial burden on citizens. The move marks a major shift in the country’s economic direction under his administration. Assent to Special Bills – Wednesday, 2nd […]
President Mahama orders investigation into alleged drug trafficking at Kotoka International Airport
By Spendilove Incoom President John Dramani Mahama has directed a full-scale investigation into allegations of drug trafficking and money laundering at Kotoka International Airport. This follows claims made by Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, a member of parliament, during a press conference regarding two suspicious flights allegedly linked to illicit activities. In response, President Mahama assured […]
President Mahama calls for peaceful Ramadan celebrations
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave President John Dramani Mahama has called for a peaceful and safe celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, stressing the need for caution during the period. He urged the police to take action against reckless driving and motorcycle riding among the youth to prevent accidents. Speaking at the Eid-ul-Fitr celebration at Black Star Square, President […]
President Mahama gives Chief Justice 10-day ultimatum to respond to petitions
President John Dramani Mahama has given Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo 10 days to respond to three petitions calling for her removal from office. The Chief Justice had earlier written to the President requesting copies of the petitions. In response, Dr Callistus Mahama, Executive Secretary to the President, said in a letter that […]
Chief Justice Torkornoo served with petitions for removal as President Mahama condemns leak
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has been served with copies of three petitions calling for her removal from office. She has been requested to submit a preliminary response to the petitions within ten days. Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has condemned the unauthorised leakage of confidential documents related to the petition. This development follows the submission […]
