The Industrial and Com­mercial Workers’ Union (ICU) has appealed to the government to turn attention to other struggling State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) following the successful reactivation of the defunct PBC Shea Limited factory at the Savannah Region. According to the union, there was the need for a prompt atten­tion for all other struggling SOEs in order … The post Struggling SOEs need govt’s

 Ghana loses more than $520 million annual­ly through the destruction of the ecosystem and biodiversity, an Environmental Pol­icy Specialist at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Ms Pamela Quaye, has revealed. These losses, she said, were worrying when viewed within the context of the country’s financing arrangements with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). • Participants … The post Biodiversity

Professor Seidu Alidu Ma­hama yesterday filed his nom­ination to contest the Tamale Central by-election scheduled for September 30, on the ticket of the ruling National Demo­cratic Congress (NDC). The by-election became necessary follow­ing the demise of the Member of Parliament (MP) for the area, Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Murtala, about a month ago. The Returning Officer … The post Prof.

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that 80 people have already been interrogated under his government’s anti-corruption drive. During his media engagement at the Jubilee House, the president explained that the ongoing investigations form part of “Operation Recover All Loot ,” a nationwide effort to trace and retrieve state funds and assets. He noted that … The post 80 people interrogated

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana continues to enjoy good relations with the United States, despite recent challenges in trade and immigration. According to the President, U.S. authorities had increased tariffs on Ghanaian goods from 10% to 15% and restricted visas for Ghanaians to single-entry permits valid for only three months. He explained … The post Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that steps are underway to repeal Legislative Instrument 2462 as part of efforts to protect the country’s forests and water bodies. During his media encounter at the Jubilee House, the president explained that the repeal will formalise the ban on mining in forest reserves and strengthen enforcement against … The post Steps underway to repeal

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the recovery of nine forest reserves from illegal mining under his government’s intensified environmental protection drive. Addressing journalists at the Jubilee House, the president explained that hundreds of excavators, water pumps and other equipment have been seized as part of the operation, while degraded areas are being reclaimed and … The post 9

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the recovery of nine forest reserves from illegal mining under his government’s intensified environmental protection drive. Addressing journalists at the Jubilee House, the president explained that hundreds of excavators, water pumps and other equipment have been seized as part of the operation, while degraded areas are being reclaimed and … The post 9

President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana can use the Black Star Experience as a tool to promote tourism and showcase the country’s rich culture to the world. The President explained that football attracts global attention, and Ghana’s national team provides an opportunity to market the country to international visitors. He noted that major tournaments and … The post Black Star Experience

President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana can use the Black Star Experience as a tool to promote tourism and showcase the country’s rich culture to the world. The President explained that football attracts global attention, and Ghana’s national team provides an opportunity to market the country to international visitors. He noted that major tournaments and … The post Black Star Experience

President John Dramani Mahama has assured that government is working to resettle residents displaced by the recent Gbiniyiri land clashes in the Savannah Region. He gave the assurance during a media encounter at the Flagstaff House, where he said efforts were underway to restore peace and create conditions for affected families to safely return home. … The post Gbiniyiri

President John Dramani Mahama has assured that government is working to resettle residents displaced by the recent Gbiniyiri land clashes in the Savannah Region. He gave the assurance during a media encounter at the Flagstaff House, where he said efforts were underway to restore peace and create conditions for affected families to safely return home. … The post Gbiniyiri

President John Dramani Mahama has ruled out the need to declare a state of emergency in dealing with illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey in the interim. Addressing journalists at a media encounter at the Flagstaff House, the President said the government has put in place practical measures to combat the menace without suspending normal … The post We

The National Service Authority (NSA) has officially welcomed a new Director-General, Ms. Ruth Dela Seddoh, following a brief handing-over ceremony at its headquarters on Tuesday. The event marked the formal transfer of leadership from the outgoing Director-General, Mr. Felix Gyamfi, to Ms. Seddoh. Management and staff of the Authority attended the ceremony. Mr. Gyamfi used … The post National

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, has defended his working relationship with the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku. According to him, Kurt Okraku is the head of the body responsible for running Ghana’s national teams, and it would not be helpful if his office was always in confrontation with … The post Sports Minister defends working relationship

Hearts of Oak defender, Osei Asibey, has acknowledged that the call-up of Benjamin Asare, the current number one goalkeeper of the Ghana Black Stars, has given confidence to many local players to work hard. Asibey explained that playing for the senior national team is time-based, and at the right time, every local player will get … The post Benjamin Asare’s call-up inspires local players

The newly elected parliamentary candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for Tamale Central, Prof Alidu Seidu, has submitted his nomination forms to the Electoral Commission. As of 10:00 a.m. today, he was the only person who had filed to contest the seat. Nomination of candidates will close at the end of the day. Associate … The post Prof Alidu Seidu files nomination for Tamale

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) says two of its officers and one civilian sustained injuries in a warehouse fire that broke out at Lartebiokorshie near the Salvation Army School in Accra on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. In an incident update shared on its official Facebook page, the Service said it received a distress call … The post Two Firefighters,

The Government of Ghana has directed that all excavators currently at the Port of Tema be moved to military installations in Tema, Shai Hills, and Accra. The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), which issued the directive on Friday, August 22, 2025, said the exercise is being carried out in collaboration with security and regulatory … The post Government orders evacuation of Excavators

The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party and former Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has lamented what he describes as unfair treatment being meted out to pro-NPP supporters. Dr. Bawumia mentioned the likes of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Chairman Wontumi, the Bono Regional Chairman of the NPP, … The post Bawumia