Minority calls for stronger governance of Ghana’s emerging carbon credit market
By Valentia Tetteh The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has called on the government to strengthen the governance framework for Ghana’s emerging carbon credit market, describing it as a major opportunity to drive sustainable development while safeguarding the country’s national interests. Delivering a statement on the floor of Parliament […]
Government reduces study leave qualifying period for teachers in rural communities
By Valentia Tetteh The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced a reduction in the qualifying period for study leave with pay for teachers who accept postings to rural and underserved communities as part of the government’s efforts to attract, motivate and retain educators in deprived areas. Addressing Parliament, Mr Iddrisu said teachers serving in […]
Ghana WASH Journalists demand complete overhaul of Ghana’s flood management strategy
By Doreen Ampofo The Ghana WASH Journalists Network (GWJN) has called for a complete overhaul of the country’s flood management strategy following the recent floods, which have claimed dozens of lives and destroyed property worth millions of cedis. In a statement, the network expressed profound sadness over the devastating floods, describing the recurrence of the […]
US Lawmaker backs Mahama’s global campaign, rally behind reparations for Africa,
By Ashiadey Dotse A member of the Illinois House of Representatives in the United States, Carol Ammons, has thrown her support behind reparations for people of African descent, describing them as long-overdue justice and a crucial step toward Africa’s economic transformation. Speaking during a meeting with the Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga, in […]
Ghana and Colombia set for decisive World Cup round of 32 clash
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The 2026 FIFA World Cup enters a decisive phase this Saturday, July 4, 2026, as Ghana and Colombia clash in the Round of 32 at Kansas City Stadium. The knockout fixture represents a critical juncture for both nations. The winner secures a spot in the last 16 against […]
Holy Child SHS Crowned 2026 National Girls’ Speech and Debate Champions
By: Maltiti Sayida Sadick Holy Child Senior High School has emerged as champions of the 2026 National Girls’ Speech and Debate Championship (NGSDC) after excelling through a series of highly competitive debate rounds. At the grand finale, Founder of the NGSDC, Dora Badu Owusu-Adomah, praised the participants for demonstrating confidence, resilience and leadership throughout the […]
Supreme Court ends Torkornoo’s legal fight, upholds removal
By Ashiadey Dotse The Supreme Court has brought a final end to the legal battle over the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, unanimously dismissing all consolidated cases challenging her dismissal. A seven-member panel, chaired by Justice Amadu Tanko, ruled on Thursday, July 2, 2026, that the suits lacked merit and threw them out, […]
President Mahama swears in Dr. Pamela Graham as Auditor-General, charges her to uphold integrity and protect the public purse
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Dr. Pamela Graham as Ghana’s new Auditor-General, urging her to discharge her constitutional mandate with independence, courage and integrity while safeguarding the nation’s public resources. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony at the Presidency, President Mahama described the appointment as more than a […]
South Africa rejects claims of xenophobic killing of Ghanaian national in Cape Town
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The South African government has issued a firm rebuttal to recent claims from Ghana regarding the death of a Ghanaian national in Cape Town. Officials in Pretoria insist the narrative presented by the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is fundamentally flawed. South African authorities maintain that the incident […]
GIABA to brief diplomats, partners and media on anti-money laundering efforts
By Dominic Hlordzi The Intergovernmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA), the specialised anti-money laundering institution of ECOWAS, will host a two-day programme in Dakar, Senegal, from July 6 to 7, 2026, to highlight its achievements in combating money laundering and terrorist financing across the region. The event will bring together ECOWAS […]