The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has held a crunch meeting with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to discuss Ghana’s lithium agreement, which has now been withdrawn from Parliament. In a fruitful deliberation on Monday, the Minister explained government’s position on the deal and the new vision for lithium exploration, following the … The post Lithium

By Professor Robert Ebo HINSON The Finance Minister of Ghana recently delivered a hope-filled budget for the people of Ghana after a period of encouraging economic progress for the country. As expected, the raft of post-budget review fora focused heavily on the finance, trade, governance, and economic transformation (or otherwise) implications of the policy statement. […] The post 2025 Budget:

The former High Commissioner of Ghana to Nigeria and former Chief of Defence Staff, Vice Admiral Seth Amoama, has emphasised the urgent need for strategic leadership and critical thinking among both military and civilian leaders. He described strategic leadership as a “necessity, not a luxury,” adding that “Today, threats extend beyond traditional battlefields to cyberspace, … The post Strategic

The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) has held a commemorative symposium to honour the 75th birthday of Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, celebrating his decades of service to peace, security, and diplomacy across Africa. The event drew senior government officials, diplomats, academics, civil society leaders, and family members, all gathered to reflect on Dr … The post KAIPTC Honours Dr

The Supreme Court has upheld the power of the President to declare a state of emergency in any state to prevent a breakdown of law and order or degeneration into a state of chaos or anarchy. In a split decision of six-to-one, the apex court held that the President, during a state of emergency, can […] The post Court upholds President’s power to declare emergency

A committee set up by the Nzema East Municipal Assembly in the Western Region to investigate the alleged missing GH?2 million donated by the Ghana National Gas Company has presented its report to the Assembly. Following the discovery of a complex trail of expenditures, conflicting accounts and unresolved financial claims, the committee, chaired by the […] The post Nzema

The Veterinary Services Directorate (VSD) has advised the public to buy meat and other animal products only from approved and hygienic sources ahead of the Christmas festivities. According to the Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr Emmanuel Allegye-Cudjoe, the surge in demand for meat during the festive season often leads to the sale of animals slaughtered under … The post Buy

Nene Agude Obichere III, the Ada State Mankrado, has called on the government to ensure that promises made to the people translate into tangible actions, emphasizing that development must go beyond rhetoric to deliver measurable improvements in livelihoods. He urged a comprehensive approach to restructuring and expanding the Ada State, anchored on inclusive development, accountability, … The post Ada

THE International Water Management Institute (IWMI) has launched a new solar-powered irrigation service device designed to help smallholder farmers overcome climate-related production challenges. The device, known as IRRILINE, developed in partnership with Farmerline and Pumptech, is intended to provide “reliable, affordable and sustainable” access to water for farming and guide farmers on when to irrigate, … The post Solar-powered

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has said that financial inclusion in Ghana has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by the increased adoption of Digital Financial Services (DFS), particularly mobile money. The Bank said it rolled out the National Payment Systems Strategic Plan (NPSS) from 2019 to 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion. Furthermore, the […]

The Managing Director (MD) of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong and team graced the end-of-year party organised by the Bank’s ex-staff association held in Accra on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Addressing the gathering, the Managing Director described the retirees as the backbone of the institution, noting that their dedication and professionalism […] The post ADB

The Jospong Group of Companies on Sunday dedicated a 2,500-seater ultra-modern church facility to the Church of Pentecost. The state-of-the-art edifice, located within the Jospong enclave, was formally handed over for use by the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Trasacco, and the Church of Pentecost E-Church. Designed with a contemporary architectural outlook, the facility reflects … The post Jospong

The final pledging meeting for the 17th general replenishment cycle of the African Development Fund (ADF) kicked off in London on Monday with an unprecedented increase in commitments from African countries. The President of the African Development Bank Group, Sidi Ould Tah, welcomed the “unanimous interest among African countries to pledge to ADF-17”, describing the […]

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and 2nd Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has held high-level discussions with the leadership of the United States Chamber of Commerce as part of Ghanaâ??s ongoing preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.The engagement took place in Washington, D.C., where President Simeon-Okraku met with Rick C. Wade, Senior Vice President for Strategic Alliances and Outreach

Governance and Policy Think Tank, IGER Africa, has backed the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) as it clamps down on academic fraud. Founder & President of IGER Africa, Paul Abrokwa, said that the action of GETC protects organisations from potential fraud, enhances professional standards, and boosts public confidence in educational institutions. In a statement, he […]

THE 1998 1st Runner up of the Best National Farmer, Mr Nicholas Fato, has called on the government to address the problems associated with the purchasing of cocoa beans from farmers in the Oti and the Volta Regions to prevent smuggling of cocoa to the republic of Togo and other countries in the sub-region. Mr … The post Address cocoa purchasing challenges in

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In the quest to settle any doubt in the minds of the public, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has explained how it arrived at the name ‘Non-Interest Banking’ (NIB), popularly known as ‘Islamic Banking’ in Ghana’s banking industry. The central bank said it chose the NIB after a series of consultations and engagements with stakeholders, […]