The Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Board of Governors of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has lauded the Bank’s resilience and strong performance in 2025 despite a challenging global economic environment. Speaking at the 24th Ordinary Session of the EBID Board of Governors held in Accra on April 8, 2026, Dr. Forson noted that the global economy last year was shaped by widening disparities in growth, driven partly by heavy

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh , has reiterated government’s commitment to transforming Ghana’s healthcare system through a strong emphasis on primary healthcare, describing it as the most effective strategy to reduce avoidable hospital admissions and improve overall system efficiency. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Monday, Mr Akandoh said the introduction of free primary healthcare is a deliberate policy shift aimed at moving th

The Senior Director of the German Federal Police, Mr. Marco Zack, has underscored the critical role of mobility in enhancing border security operations, stating that improved transportation capacity will significantly strengthen patrol efficiency and response times. According to him, enhanced mobility—particularly through the provision of motorbikes—will support more effective border patrols, enable rapid incident response, and reinforce security presence in hard-to-reach are

A high powered delegation from Ghana’s Ministry of Health has paid a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, to formally invite him to the launch of the government’s flagship Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) initiative. The delegation, led by the Ministry’s Chief Director, Desmond Boateng, used the engagement to brief the revered traditional ruler on the objectives of the programme. The FPHC initiative is designed to expand access to quality primary healthca

The Government of Ghana  has taken a major step toward advancing digital skills development with the distribution of laptops to institutions and training centres under the nationwide rollout of the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP). The initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations , is aimed at equipping young Ghanaians with critical coding and digital competencies to compete in the global digital economy. Speaking at a presen

A major step toward redefining Ghana’s sporting landscape has been taken as Genet Services and the Office of the Ga Mantse officially signed an agreement to roll out the Ga Mantse Tennis Cup—an initiative expected to blend sports, culture, and economic development. The tournament, which is set to be launched soon, has already garnered strong backing from key stakeholders, each highlighting its potential to transform lives and reposition tennis within Ghana’s sports ecosystem.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), Ing. Mark Awuah, on Wednesday led a delegation of Board members and Management to pay a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. The visit was aimed at formally introducing the leadership of GRIDCo to the King, while also expressing gratitude to God for preserving his life following a recent accident. Addressing the Ga Mantse and his elders, Ing. Awuah expressed appreciation to the King for gra

The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has expressed concerns over what he describes as inconsistencies in the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) and President John Dramani Mahama’s handling of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. Speaking at a press conference at the New Patriotic Party (NPP) headquarters in Asylum Down on Tuesday, Rev. Fordjour suggested that the NDC’s approach to the controversial legislation appears to have

The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has accused President John Dramani Mahama and the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) of exhibiting “political inconsistency, hypocrisy, and double standards” in their handling of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. Addressing a press conference in Accra on Tuesday, Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, argued that the NDC misled Ghanaians while in opposition by strongly endorsing the contr

Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South Constituency, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to render an unqualified apology to religious leaders, traditional authorities, and the Ghanaian public over what he describes as a calculated “deception” regarding the controversial Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. Addressing a press conference at the headquarters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Asylum Down on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, the outs

Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, CDD-GHANA, Jacob Ahuno has stated that Ghana must urgently reset its local governance architecture through far-reaching reforms that go beyond the election of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to address deeper structural, fiscal and institutional challenges. Speaking at a National Stakeholder Workshop on Local Government Reforms in Accra, Mr. Ahuno underscored the need for a holistic approach to dec

The President of Terraformation Inc., Jad Daley, has provided deeper insight into the vision driving the company’s landmark collaboration with Ghana’s Forestry Commission to restore degraded mangrove ecosystems in the Keta Lagoon. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Daley underscored that the partnership is deliberately structured to prioritise people, sustainability, and shared value. “This partnership is rooted in equity, community ownership, and long-term impact,” he emp

Ghanaian media personality and Singathon sensation, Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum, has finally broken her silence on the long-standing rumours surrounding her marriage, confirming that she is currently separated from her husband, Kofi Owusu Aduonum. Speaking during a TikTok Live session on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Afua addressed months of speculation with a calm but candid revelation. “I am not divorced. We are separated for a good cause, and I am gradually healing. It is not

Ghana’s inflation rate has dropped to 3.2% in March 2026, the lowest level recorded in the past 15 months, extending a steady downward trend that began in January 2025. This represents a slight decline from the 3.3% recorded in February and a significant reduction compared to the 22.4% reported in March last year, highlighting a continued easing of price pressures across the economy. Addressing a press briefing, Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, explained that pr

A major cultural collaboration between Ghana and Spain is set to take centre stage in Accra on April 24, as the Spanish Embassy rolls out Hola Accra—a groundbreaking musical exchange initiative that has already secured the full backing of the Ga State. The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, H. E. Ángel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, announced the initiative during a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, describing it as a bold step in strengthening cultural diplomacy

Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has expressed profound gratitude to the Lebanese community in Ghana following a significant donation aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Ghana Police Service. The items were officially presented by H.E. Mohammed Baal Baki on behalf of the Lebanese community. Receiving the donation, IGP Yohuno described the gesture as timely and impactful, noting that it reflects the strong partnership between the Ghana P

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for strict enforcement of building regulations following the recent structural collapse at Accra New Town. The traditional ruler made the remarks when he visited the site of the incident a few days ago, where he assessed the situation and interacted with affected victims and authorities. According to him, regulators and relevant state agencies must ensure that all construction projects adhere to approved building codes to

The Member of Parliament for Odododiodio, Alfred Nii Ashie Kotey, has underscored the need for Africans to embrace forgiveness, self-reflection, and unity as key pillars in ongoing discussions on reparatory justice and the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Speaking on the broader implications of the global push for reparations, the MP acknowledged that while the international community has begun to admit its role in the historical injustices of slavery, Africans must also confront

The Ghana Police Service has stepped up its nationwide crackdown on cybercrime, violent offences and organised robbery, resulting in multiple arrests through coordinated intelligence-led operations. Addressing a press briefing at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, the Director-General of the Public Affairs Directorate (PAD), DCOP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, disclosed that the operations—led by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team and th

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially announced the departure of Black Stars Head Coach Otto Addo, bringing his tenure to an immediate end. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Association confirmed that the decision takes effect immediately, marking a significant shift in the technical direction of Ghana’s senior national team. The GFA expressed appreciation for Otto Addo’s service and contribution during his time in charge of the Black Stars, acknowledging