Global mining firm Gold Fields has announced the final phase of its transition process for the Damang mine, confirming plans to transfer ownership to the Government of Ghana while assuring stakeholders of continued operational stability and support. The company said the handover is in line with Ghana’s mining laws and existing agreements with the state, […] The post Gold

A storm is brewing over the future of the Ho Airport, as the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Roads and Transport Committee, Kennedy Nyarko Osei, has raised serious doubts about government’s commitment to convert the facility into a Pilot Training Academy and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hub. The lawmaker cited the absence of budgetary allocations in both […] The post Minority Blows Cover

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has announced plans to safeguard employment and maintain uninterrupted operations at the Damang Mine. It will also ensure competitive bidding process to secure credible investor and operator to enhance national development as the mines’ current lease nears expiration. In a statement issued on March 24, 2026 the Ministry […] The post Damang

More than 16 million people in Northern Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Togo face rising threats from climate change, conflict and economic insecurity. At the SOCO Regional Conference in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana’s Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, highlighted how the US $150 million SOCO Project is helping vulnerable border communities […] The post SOCO

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has withdrawn charges against two persons who were standing trial together with former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and others in an alleged extortion case. The development was communicated to the High Court in Accra on Tuesday, by Principal Prosecutor, Adelaide Kobiri-Woode, […] The post OSP

The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has dismissed another application filed by former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware Mensah, seeking a stay of proceedings in her ongoing criminal trial. This is the second time the court has refused […] The post Court

Government has signed a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) with the European Union (EU), marking the first such agreement between Ghana and the bloc aimed at strengthening cooperation on security and stability. The partnership establishes a structured framework to enhance collaboration in addressing emerging threats, including terrorism, maritime insecurity, cyber threats and the spillover […] The post Ghana,

Residents of Agyawiam in the Tain District of the Bono Region are literally risking their lives in a desperate search for a mobile network, as they climb trees and trek to hilltops just to make emergency calls. A visit by The Chronicle to the community uncovered a disturbing reality of total telecommunications blackout, where residents are trekking […] The post Telcos abandon

Ghana’s cocoa marketing architecture is one of the most frequently discussed, yet widely misunderstood, institutional systems in global commodity trade. In media commentary, parliamentary debate, and industry conference panels alike, the mechanics of how Ghanaian cocoa moves from farm gate to international buyer are routinely reduced to oversimplified narratives. The purpose of this piece is […] The post Beyond

The Asokwa Interchange has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a typically congested transport hub into a vibrant open-air gallery, as part of the Ashantifest 2026 celebrations. This change has been driven largely by visual arts students from Senior High Schools across Kumasi, who used their creativity to produce striking murals that celebrate Ghanaian culture, […] The post Asokwa

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA), Obuasi Mine has commissioned Water Supply Systems for three Communities in Obuasi, in addressing accessibility to safe and reliable portable water. The communities are Sampsonkrom, Ewiase and New Nsuta-Emuye, each of which was provided with seven stand pipes. The commissioning of the projects, estimated to cost GHC4,891,839 was performed at Sampsonkrom to […] The post AGA

Visual Arts students from selected Senior High Schools (SHS) in Ashanti Region have engaged in a Street Arts festival by decorating the Asokwa Interchange with murals and designs as part of activities marking Ashanti Festival 2026. This has given Kumasi a real facelift The project has already turned the Asokwa Interchange into a colourful landmark […] The post SHS Visual Arts students beautify Kumasi

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday received 708 Nigerians who had been stranded in Niamey, Niger Republic, in a government-led evacuation operation. Dr. Nura Abdullahi, Head of Operations at NEMA’s Kano office, told journalists at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport that the returnees arrived around 4:08 pm in 12 buses and were immediately […] The post 708 Nigerians

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has convened a meeting with leaders of political parties at its headquarters in Abuja to unveil and deliberate on new electoral guidelines ahead of the 2027 general elections. In attendance at the meeting are chairmen and secretaries of political parties, as well as their representatives. Among them are Senator […] The post INEC

Football Supporters Europe has filed a formal complaint against Fifa over “excessive ticket prices” at this summer’s World Cup. FSE, along with Euroconsumers, said football’s world governing body has “abused its monopoly position” in setting prices for the tournament, which begins on 11 June. In December Fifa introduced a small number of “more affordable” $60 (£45) tickets […] The post Football