President Mahama honours senior citizens, pledges better healthcare, pensions and preservation of Ghana’s family values
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Mahama has paid glowing tribute to Ghana’s senior citizens for their immense contribution to nation-building, describing them as the country’s “greatest national treasure” whose sacrifices laid the foundation for modern Ghana. He also reaffirmed his government’s commitment to improving healthcare, social protection and pensions for the elderly […]
Carlos Queiroz leaves role as Black Stars coach after World Cup Round of 32 defeat
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Carlos Queiroz has officially announced he has left his role as Ghana head coach following the nation’s 2026 FIFA World Cup exit. The veteran manager bid an emotional farewell to the Black Stars after their tournament run concluded at the round-of-32 stage. While the coach has made his […]
VIDEO: Melcom confirms warehouse fire at Tema Free Zones, says no casualties reported
Melcom Limited says no one was injured after a fire broke out at one of its warehouse facilities in the Tema Free Zones enclave on Saturday. In a statement issued on Sunday, the retail company said the cause of the fire is being investigated in collaboration with the relevant authorities. “The safety and well-being of […]
Insurgents launch coordinated attacks across Mali, army says situation ‘under control’
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Mali faces a fresh wave of violence after insurgents launched simultaneous attacks across five locations on Saturday. These assaults struck military positions in the north, center, and south of the landlocked Sahel nation. The Malian armed forces reported clashes in Anefis, Aguelhoc, Gao, Sevare, and Kenioroba. The government […]
Clinical trial begins for Ebola treatments in DR Congo
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Health authorities have launched a critical medical study to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak currently spreading through the Democratic Republic of Congo. The World Health Organization confirmed that the first patient has been enrolled in a trial designed to test potential treatments for the Bundibugyo virus. This specific […]
‘If you’re planning relief, you’re expecting disasters’ – Security analyst questions NADMO’s priorities
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Security and Counterterrorism, Emmanuel Kotin, has criticised the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) for what he describes as an overemphasis on disaster relief at the expense of prevention. Speaking on Current Agenda on July 4, 2026, Mr Kotin argued that NADMO’s spending priorities […]
Ex-NAFCO CEO’s lawyers threaten contempt action against Attorney-General over airport arrest
By Ashiadey Dotse Lawyers for former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab, have threatened to file contempt proceedings against the Attorney-General, the Deputy Attorney-General and the Director of the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) over what they describe as the unlawful arrest of their client at the Accra […]
Ex-NAFCO CEO arrested at airport over alleged attempt to access frozen bank account
By Ashiadey Dotse Former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, has been arrested at the Accra International Airport after allegedly attempting to access funds in a frozen bank account while preparing to leave Ghana. The arrest was disclosed by Deputy Attorney-General, Dr Justice Srem Sai, in a […]
Canada signals stronger economic shift toward Ghana as trade hits $752m, outlines new investment focus
By Hannah Dadzie Canada has used its National Day celebration in Accra to underscore a strategic shift toward deeper economic engagement with Ghana and Africa, with a strong emphasis on trade, investment, energy transition and innovation-driven growth. The Canadian High Commissioner, Myriam Montrat, said Canada’s partnership with Ghana is entering a new phase defined not only […]
US withdraws troops from Nigeria after Islamic State counterterrorism mission
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The United States has completed the withdrawal of the majority of troops deployed to Nigeria earlier this year. The deployment followed a mutual agreement between Washington and Abuja to bolster counterterrorism efforts in the Lake Chad Basin. General Dagvin Anderson, Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Africa, confirmed […]