SONA: Mahama pledges stronger sanitation, free primary healthcare, and medical trust fund
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to improving sanitation, public health, and access to healthcare in Ghana. Delivering his State of the Nation Address, on February 27, 2025, Mahama outlined key policies, including enhanced sanitation efforts, free primary healthcare, and the establishment of a Ghana Medical Trust Fund to […]
Full text: Mahama delivers 1st SONA
President John Mahama has delivered his first State of the Nation Address (SONA), to Parliament since assuming office for a second term. Read the full text below: MESSAGE ON THE STATE OF THE NATION DELIVERED BY HE JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA, PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA TO THE 9TH PARLIAMENT ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2025. […]
Free SHS will not be canceled – Mahama assures Ghanaians
By Franice Tandoh President Dr. Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, emphasizing that it will not be canceled but rather improved for greater efficiency and impact. Speaking during the State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday, February 27, 2025, President Mahama highlighted the programme’s significance […]
President Mahama unveils plan to tackle youth unemployment and boost agriculture
By Deborah Pofara Luu President John Dramani Mahama has outlined a bold vision for addressing youth unemployment and revitalising Ghana’s agricultural sector. Speaking during his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) in his second term on Thursday, February 27, in Parliament, he announced initiatives aimed at creating jobs, enhancing transparency, and fostering economic self-sufficiency. […]
President Mahama defends ministerial downsizing in SONA 2025
By: Deborah Pofara Luu President John Dramani Mahama delivered his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, 2025, where he justified his decision to limit the number of ministers and deputy ministers to 60. This move is part of a broader strategy to reduce costs and enhance governance efficiency. President Mahama emphasized […]
COCOBOD drowns in huge debt; Cocoa farmers lose millions – President Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana’s cocoa sector is in deep financial crisis, with the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) owing a total debt of 32.5 billion Ghana cedis. Delivering his State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025, he disclosed that 9.7 billion cedis of this […]
President Mahama announces new initiatives to empower women, PWDs, and youth in Tech
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu President John Dramani Mahama has announced the launch of the Students for Women and People with Disabilities Program this year, an initiative aimed at empowering women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and other vulnerable groups. The program will focus on capacity building and providing access to financial resources to help beneficiaries create […]
#SONA2025: Ghana’s public debt has ballooned to GH₵721 billion – President Mahama
By Seli Baisie Ghana’s public debt has risen to GH₵721 billion, President John Dramani Mahama revealed on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Addressing Parliament in his first State of the Nation Address since assuming office, he said the country is facing severe economic challenges due to high debt levels and poor financial management by the previous […]
SONA: President Mahama pledges to fix economic crisis
By Sarah Baafi The President, John Dramani Mahama, has acknowledged the severe economic challenges facing Ghana, describing the situation as a crisis. He noted that the country is experiencing unprecedented hardships, impacting the lives of its people. “Our economy is in dire straits, which is putting it mildly.” President Mahama said this in his State […]
President Mahama to deliver State of the Nation Address to Parliament Today
President John Dramani Mahama will on Thursday, February 27, deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament. The SONA, which is in conformity with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, will afford the President an opportunity to highlight his successes and to unveil the Government’s agenda for this year. Article 67 […]
Minority urges President Mahama to be candid in SONA
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Opposition Members of Parliament have cautioned President John Dramani Mahama to be candid about the state of the country he inherited from the erstwhile NPP government ahead of his maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA) slated for Thursday, February 27, 2025. Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the minority NPP MPs highlighted […]
President Mahama appoints Kofi Okyere Darko as Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs
By: Henrietta Afful President John Dramani Mahama has appointed well-known media personality, fashion entrepreneur, and cultural ambassador, Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD) as Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs. A post seen on social media announced the appointment, which the fashion entrepreneur confirmed on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Over the years, KOD has been instrumental in bridging […]
President Mahama appoints 12-member Bank of Ghana Board
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a 12-member governing board for the Bank of Ghana, following consultations with the Council of State and in accordance with the Constitution and the Bank of Ghana Act. READ ALSO: President Mahama swears in new Bank of Ghana Governor and Deputy The appointments were announced on Wednesday, 26 February […]
President Mahama stresses Central Bank’s Independence at swearing-in of new BoG leaders
By: Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the independence of the Bank of Ghana while urging greater collaboration between the central bank and key institutions to ensure economic stability. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the new Governor and Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, President Mahama emphasised […]
