THE Bank of Ghana (BoG) has enough reserves to support im­ports as Christ­mas approaches, Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama has assured. According to him, the cen­tral bank has adequate foreign exchange to enable importers to meet their obligations and to cushion the economy against undue pressure on the Cedi. Dr Asiama gave the assur­ance in … The post BoG has enough reserves to support

 THE Bonokyempem Association has called on the National House of Chiefs and stakeholders to inter­vene for an amicable resolution of the Sampa protracted chieftaincy dispute in the Bono Region. The association comprises youth who are natives of Bono and Bono East Regions. Members are worried that the chief­taincy dispute was impeding the develop­ment of the … The post  Sampa

 THE legal tussle over the removal of the former Chief Justice, Justice Araba Sackey Torkonoo, from office by President John Dramani Mahama is far from over as she is challenging her removal as a Justice of the Supreme Court. Her application, which is in the nature of a judicial review and filed at the High … The post Former CJ challenges her removal as Justice of Supreme Court

 The Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources has strongly advo­cated a dedicated funding source to tackle the coun­try’s persistent sanitation challeng­es, ensuring reliable payments to private sector service providers. The Committee’s Chairman, Mr John Kwabena Oti Bless, empha­sised that a permanent funding mechanism was essential because “waste generation is a daily prob­lem.” He … The post MPs

President John Drama­ni Mahama’s declaration that Ghana will achieve 100 per cent self-sufficiency in chicken production within the next three years is bold, inspir­ing, and urgently necessary. For too long, Ghana has remained heavily dependent on imported poultry, with over 60 per cent of the chicken con­sumed in the country shipped in from abroad. This … The post  Achieving poultry

 The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), Chris Boadi Mensah, has urged employers to strengthen compli­ance with the National Pensions Act, 2008 (Act 766) by le­veraging technology to ensure timely and accurate payment of pension contributions. Mr Mensah in a speech read on his behalf by his deputy, Mr Victor … The post Embrace technology

The University of Gha­na Rugby pitch in Legon will this Sunday be full of fireworks as defending champions, Bulls RLFC, lock horns with three-time champions, Skolars RLFC, in the grand finale of the 2025 Men’s Rugby League 13s Championship. Bulls, the 2019 and 2024 champions, head back to the final after a nail-biting 16–14 win … The post Bulls set up Skolars final in Men’s

Telecel Ghana has joined the nation in mourning the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, as its Chief Executive, Ms Patricia Obo-Nai, led a delegation of senior man­agement to the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Monday. The team joined many institu­tions and associations to commis­erate with His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and express solidarity … The post Telecel Ghana CEO

The Ghana Police Service has announced that no live ammunition will be allowed within the inner perimeter of the funeral grounds of Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III. Speaking to the press, Public Relations Officer of the Police, DSP Godwin Ahia, said the directive forms part of measures to ensure safety and order during the funeral. … The post Police ban live ammunition at Asantehemaa’s

The Ministry of the Interior has announced that Monday, September 22, 2025, will be observed as an additional public holiday across Ghana. This follows the fact that Founder’s Day, which is marked on September 21 every year, falls on a Sunday this year. By law, when a statutory public holiday falls on a Sunday, the … The post Monday, September 22 declared public holiday for Founder’s

Deputy National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alhaji Kamal-Deen Abdula, has warned that the removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice without a clear procedure is a dangerous precedent that could harm the country’s democracy. Speaking at Channel one TV, he described the development as “a blot on our democracy,” stressing that Parliament should … The post CJ removal: democracy

The Mayor of Tamale, Abu Takoro, has officially handed over 172 Fire Service Assistants to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in Tamale. The personnel, recruited under the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), were presented on Monday, September 15, 2025. The Mayor after the presentation, advised the recruits to remain disciplined and obey their superiors as … The post Tamale Mayor hands

“GAZA IS BURNI­ING!” So the Israeli Defence Minister is report­ed to have boasted in a message to the internet. How absolutely ironical. The state of Israel was creat­ed in 1948 by the victorious powers which had defeat­ed Nazi Germany, partly because they wanted the sur­vivors of the Jewish people who had been extracted from German-occupied … The post What would the

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), working with the Ghana Army and Forestry Commission, has carried out a major operation to clear illegal miners and armed groups from the Atwima Mponua Forest Reserve in the Ashanti Region. This was revealed on the Facebook page of Gold Board Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi. The dawn … The post NAIMOS,

President John Dramani Mahama has warned that democracy cannot sustain itself unless leaders and citizens take deliberate steps to protect and strengthen it. He was speaking at the 2025 Democracy League Dialogue, held at the Accra International Conference Centre yesterday. The event is a high-level forum organised by the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in partnership with … The post Democracy

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzato Ablakwa, has announced visa-free entry for diaspora visitors traveling to Ghana for this year’s Black Star Experience in December. He explained that the government wants to make it easier for people of African descent abroad to reconnect with their roots without the usual visa restrictions … The post Visa-free

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has described illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, as one of the most urgent threats to Ghana’s future and called on young people to take a leading role in addressing it. Speaking at the Youth Commons Forum at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Afenyo-Markin warned that … The post Afenyo-Markin urges

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has highlighted a number of policies and projects rolled out during the tenure of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, describing them as key drivers of opportunity for Ghana’s youth. Addressing students at the Youth Commons Forum at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Afenyo-Markin pointed to … The post Afenyo-Markin

Ghana has been re-elected to chair the African Network of Cybersecurity Authorities (ANCA) for a second term. The decision was made unanimously by member states during ANCA’s 6th meeting held in Rabat, Morocco, on 17 September 2025. The country was represented by the Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, … The post Ghana re-elected chair

THE Volta Regional Minister, Mr James Gunu, has urged both local and international investors to seize the abundant investment opportunities available in the Volta Region. He encouraged them to explore potential investment areas that would benefit the community, creating job opportunities and enhancing the living standards of the residents. The Minister made this appeal during … The post Volta