5. The role and stra­tegic importance of the AiAfrica Project THE AiAfrica Project represents one of the most significant and transformative continental initiatives currently shaping Af­rica’s digital and educational future. Sponsored by the African Diaspora Central Bank (ADCB) and the Van­uatu Trade Commission to Ghana, the project embodies the principle that Africa’s digital empowerment must … The post AI

Ghanaians yester­day joined the global community in com­memorating Father’s Day, a day set aside to honour fathers, father figures, and mentors whose influence and dedica­tion shape families and society. Churches, media houses, and community groups marked the occasion with messages of ap­preciation, heartfelt gratitude, and special events. The Ghanaian Times also observed during the commem­oration … The post Happy

 Ghana Regis­tered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) have suspend­ed their strike and directed mem­bers to resume their shift from tomorrow, June 14, 2025. This follows a statement issued by GRNMA and copied The Ghanaian Times on Friday. The leadership of the GRN­MA embarked on a roadmap of industrial actions on 2nd June 2025 with the … The post Nurses, midwives suspend strike appeared first

The Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom, Yaa-Naa Abukari II, has paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama, at the Presiden­cy in Accra last Thursday. The visit was for the Overlord to offer his congratulations to Presi­dent Mahama on his re-election in December 2024 and express sup­port for his leadership and vision for the … The post Yaa-Naa calls on President Mahama appeared first on Ghanaian

The Paramount Chief of the Gbese Traditional Area, Nii Dr Ayi-Bonte II, has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to release Ga lands acquired by the British Co­lonial Administration back to the Ga State, who are the legitimate owners. He said the return of the lands to the Ga state would not only help in … The post Release lands acquired by British

 The Ghana Journalists Asso­ciation (GJA) has commend­ed President John Dramani Mahama for his intervention to halt the revocation of frequency authorisation of 64 radio stations across the country for various regu­latory breaches. President Mahama on Thursday directed the Minister of Commu­nications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Mr Samuel Nartey George, to liaise with National Communication Authority … The post GJA

The Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resourc­es, Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, said preliminary operational activities will shortly be completed to allow the con­struction of phase two of Blekusu Coastal Protection project. Mr Adjei said the government recognised the seriousness of the situation, and was dedicated to ensuring that lasting solutions were found to protect … The post Construction

Over 100,000 people in Nandom and Nadowli-Kaleo District of the Upper West Region now have access to clean drinking water following a major intervention by WaterAid and Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC Ghana. The project aims to improve access to clean water in the two districts and strengthen hygiene infrastructure to support quality healthcare delivery. Through … The post 100,000 people

Ghana is to host this year’s FESTAC Africa Festival aimed at connecting the African diaspora with their roots and provide a platform for cultural exchange. The event, which is slated for September 21-27, later in the year would attract about 100,000 visitors and delegates, as well as leaders, innovators, artists, and wellness advocates from across … The post Ghana hosts FESTAC festival Sept. 21-27

The Minister of Commu­nication, Digitalisation and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has launched Ghana’s participation in this year’s Osaka World Expo to be held in Japan. He said government would leverage Japan’s expertise to strengthen Information Commu­nication Technology ecosystem to expand broadband access in the country. Mr George stated this in Accra on Friday during an … The post Osaka

GoldStars crowned 2024-25 GPL championsFC were officially crowned 2024-25 Ghana Premier League (GPL) champions for the first time in their 27-year exis­tence, on Saturday. The celebration unfolded at Duns Park in Bibiani as the Miners capped off their fairytale season with a ceremonial goalless encounter against regional rivals Medeama SC. The coronation marked the culmination … The post Gold Stars crowned

The Court of Appeal in Kumasi has unanimously affirmed a 2021 High Court decision recognizing Boni King Tackie Adama Latse II’s right to be re-entered into the National Register of Chiefs as Ga Mantse. The court dismissed appeals brought by both the National House of Chiefs and Nii Tetteh Ashong V, a key rival in … The post Appeal Court orders NHC to re-enter Boni

The Ghanaian Times joins the rest of the nation in heaving a collective sigh of relief following the decision by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRN­MA) to suspend its nationwide strike, which began on June 2, 2025. For 10 long days, public health facilities across the country were overwhelmed by the absence of … The post GRNMA’s decision to call

The implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141) has been put on hold until further notice, government has announced. The levy which imposes GH¢1 on a litre of diesel and petrol will only take effect when market conditions are deemed favourable, the govern­ment said. The implementation was sched­uled to take effect … The post GH¢1 fuel levy suspended appeared first on Ghanaian

Rainforest Builder Ghana, a nature technology company focused on restor­ing tropical forests on a large scale, has inaugurated its state-of-the-art native tree nursery in Bassengele, in Bibiani, with an annual production capacity of 5 million seedlings—making it the largest of its kind in Africa. This milestone marks a major step forward in Ghana’s reforesta­tion agenda … The post Rainforest

An insect scientist and founder of the International Stingless Bee Center, Rev. Prof. Peter K. Kwapong, has warned that exces­sive and unregulated use of pes­ticides and other agrochemicals is killing pollinators, especially bees, and putting Ghana’s agricultural economy in danger. Speaking at a “Pollinator Conservation and Honey Tast­ing” event organised by the US Embassy in … The post Unregulated

Urban transport across Ghana and much of West Africa is under­going a critical transformation. As cities such as Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi continue to grow due to economic development and population increases, the pressure on existing transport systems has become intense. Lengthy com­mutes, rising congestion, high transport costs, and unreliable public systems are becoming daily … The post Dr

A delegation from SEND Ghana visited the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, to discuss collaboration on gender equality, social protection, and economic empowerment. SEND Ghana, known for its policy advocacy and equitable development efforts, works closely with farmers and empowers young women aged 18–35 through Mastercard Foundation-supported projects … The post SEND

In 2018, the African Union developed the Continental Results Framework (CRF) to track the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda across Africa. To support this regional effort, ECOWAS introduced a simplified version of the CRF in 2022 to guide member states in implementation and reporting. As part of a broader regional effort … The post 3-Day