August 27
Ghana: Govt Begins Tema Motorway Reconstruction · Project to Cost $350m · Expected to Be Completed in 36 Months
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo yesterday cut the sod for the reconstruction of the Accra-Tema Motorway and Extension project. Read more »
Ghana: Birth Defects Link to Heavy Metals, Chemicals Use in Galamsey - Dr Ampomah
The activities of illegal mining commonly known as 'galamsey' has been linked to the increase in birth defects among newborns and infants in the country. Read more »
August 26
Ghana: Speaker Inspects Renovation Works in Parliamentary Chamber
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, on Friday inspected progress of renovation works on the chamber of Parliament. Read more »
Ghana: Complete Existing Projects Before Initiating New Ones - Gyla
The Ghana Youth Leadership Academy (GYLA) has urged stakeholders in project development, particularly municipal assemblies, to prioritise the completion of existing projects before… Read more »
August 23
Ghana: Ghana, Kuwait to Streamline Labour Migration to Both Countries - Pres
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has indicated that a labour agreement between Ghana and Kuwait will soon be concluded to streamline labour migration between the two… Read more »
August 22
Ghana: Don't Relent in Effort to Locally Fund Cocoa Purchases!
After 32 years of contracting a syndicated loan annually to purchase cocoa from farmers in the country, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) says beginning from the 2024/2025 cocoa… Read more »
Ghana: Mixed Reactions to Dr Bawumia's Promise to Scrap E-Levy, Other Taxes
The pledge by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, to scrap the Electronic Transaction Levy (E-Levy) and other taxes has attracted varied… Read more »
Ghana: 'Impose Windfall Taxes On Thriving Sectors to Increase Revenue'
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has recommended that the next government should contemplate the implementation of windfall taxes on thriving sectors such as extractives,… Read more »
Ghana: No Room for Delay, Extension of Secondary Cities Project - Local Govt Minister
There will be no room for delays or requests for contract extensions in the execution of the Ghana Secondary Cities Support Projects (GSCSP), the Minister of Local Government,… Read more »
August 08
Ghana: Pwalugu Dam $12m Payment - We'll Hold Those Responsible Accountable - John Mahama
Former President John Mahama, the NDC's flagbearer for the 2024 general election, has given the strongest indication yet that persons who supervised the payment of US$12 million… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Card Project Saves Nation Gh¢1.5bn - Margins ID Group
The implementation of the Ghana Card Project has helped the government to save more than GH¢1. 5 billion for the past decade. Read more »
Ghana: Enlistment Must Be Transparent ...Only Qualified Persons Have to Be Recruited - 4 Security Experts
Four security analysts have called for transparency and professionalism in the selection of personnel for various security services, following the announcement of an upcoming… Read more »
August 07
Ghana: At Maiden Townhall Meeting in Accra - Govt Touts Economy's Recovery
The Ministry of Information has started with its planned Townhall meetings with the first edition taking place in Accra. Read more »
West Africa: Ghana Navy Plans to Enhance Operational Efficiency
The Ghana Navy has announced the adoption of a cutting-edge Integrated Management System, designed to leverage technology for enhanced operational efficiency and strategic growth. Read more »
Ghana: 4 Accused of Tampering With ECG Meters, Causing GHG77,878 Financial Loss
Four persons will be arraigned before the Circuit Court in Accra, today, for allegedly tampering with meters belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), causing a loss of… Read more »
West Africa: Ecowas Member States Urged to Facilitate Cross-Border Electricity Trade
Participants at the 9th ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory (ERERA) forum, held in Accra, have urged member states to align their national electricity policies with regional… Read more »
July 30
Ghana: 2nd Phase Uhas Project - Biggest Nursing, Midwifery Sch Opens ...As President Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo yesterday inaugurated the biggest School of Nursing and Midwifery in West Africa, on the campuses of the University of Health and Allied… Read more »
July 29
Ghana: GRA Destroys Gh¢9.2m Expired Goods, Marijuana in Ho
The Ho Sector Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has destroyed 274 bags of various expired goods and marijuana worth GH¢9.2 million at Akrofu in the Ho… Read more »
July 26
Africa: Africa's Largest Rooftop Solar Plant Inaugurated in Tema
Ghana's desire to fast-track its renewable energy rate had a major boost when a 16.82 megawatts rooftop photo voltaic solar plant was inaugurated in Tema yesterday. Read more »
July 24
Ghana: Informal-Sector Workers Seek Govt Support to Address Cost-of-Living Crises
Informal workers in Accra are urging the government to take urgent action to alleviate their financial difficulties resulting from the current cost-of-living crisis. Read more »
Ghana: Indian Envoy Underscores Maritime Cooperation With Ghana
The Indian High Commissioner to Ghana, Mr Manish Gupta, has underscored the importance of maritime cooperation between Ghana and India, particularly where they both shared mutual… Read more »
Ghana: Expedite Work On Regional Electricity Agenda - Erera Consultative Committee Urged
Members of the Consultative Committee of the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERERA) have been urged to expedite work on the regional electricity agenda. Read more »
July 23
Ghana: Ghana Requires $12bn Investment Over Next 3 Years to Drive Economic Growth - Finance Minister
Ghana will need $12 billion in the next three years to invest in the economy to promote the growth of the country, the Finance Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has disclosed. Read more »
July 22
Africa: Let's Implement Mbeki Commission Findings On Illicit Financial Flows - President Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called on his colleague leaders to intensify their efforts in the implementation of the findings of the Mbeki Commission on illicit… Read more »
July 19
Ghana: Newmont Gold to Establish 3 Military Bases in Ahafo Region
NewmontGold, a mining company, has pledged to finance the establishment of three military forward operating bases in the Ahafo Region in order to expedite military response time… Read more »