The Deputy Minister for Defence, Hon. Brogya Genfi, has issued a statement following reports of a fatal crash involving a microlight aircraft at Tema Community 1 on Monday afternoon. In a Facebook post shared late in the day, the Deputy Minister confirmed that the aircraft involved was privately owned and not part of the Ghana Armed Forces fleet. “We have received reports of a fatal crash involving a privately owned microlight aircraft at Tema Community 1 this afternoon. We wish to clarify that the aircraft is not owned by the Ghana Armed Forces. We pray for the souls of the...
Ghana Embassy in UAE Announces Emergency Evacuation Amid Middle East Tensions
The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Abu Dhabi, in coordination with the Consulate General in Dubai, has announced an emergency evacuation exercise for Ghanaian nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates. The directive, issued on Monday, March 16, 2026, follows escalating tensions in the Middle East region. The Embassy is urging all interested Ghanaian citizens to confirm their willingness to be evacuated immediately to Ghana. According to the statement, the evacuation is strictly one-way and intended for urgent repatriation. Nationals are required to submit the bio data pages of their passports via email to the designated addresses in...
President Mahama Orders Expansion of Security Services Recruitment
President John Dramani Mahama has directed that recruitment into Ghana’s security services be significantly expanded, doubling the intake from 20,000 to 40,000 personnel over the next four years. The announcement followed a high-level meeting at the Jubilee House on Monday, March 16, 2026, attended by the Heads of Security Agencies, the Minister for the Interior, the Acting Minister for Defence, and senior presidential advisors. According to the directive, the expansion aims to strengthen national security while creating employment opportunities for Ghanaian men and women. President Mahama emphasized that the recruitment process must be conducted with transparency and fairness, instructing agency...
Three Arrested in Eastern Region Over Counterfeit U.S. Dollar Notes
The Eastern Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three individuals in Larsi, Odumase-Krobo, for possession of counterfeit U.S. currency amounting to 105 bundles of forged $100 notes. The suspects, identified as Ebenezer Narh-Tsu (20), George Attor (48), and Bishop Robert Olertety (54), were apprehended on March 11, 2026, during an intelligence-led operation by the Odumase-Krobo District Police. The fake notes were discovered concealed in a student’s trunk at their hideout. Police reports indicate that Olertety attempted to bribe the arresting officers with GH¢20,000 to secure his release, but the officers rejected the offer and proceeded with the arrests....
Microlight Aircraft Crashes in Tema; GCAA Confirms Incident
The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has confirmed that a microlight aircraft crashed in Tema on Monday, March 16, 2026. According to the Authority, the aircraft, registered as 9GADV, was flying from Ho to Accra and was expected to arrive at 1520 Zulu time. The last radio contact with the aircraft was recorded at 1418 Zulu. There were two persons on board at the time of the crash. The GCAA has not yet released details regarding casualties or the cause of the incident, but assured the public that further information will be provided as investigations progress. The GCAA, established in...
Three Arrested Over Murder and Causing Harm in Gbiniyiri
The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of three suspects in connection with a violent attack that resulted in murder and serious injuries at Gbiniyiri in the Savannah Region. According to a statement issued by the Regional Police Headquarters in Damongo, the arrests were carried out on March 14, 2026, by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Intelligence Team working alongside the Savannah Regional Command. The suspects have been identified as Yaw Bamuah, Yaa Bokaa, and Kuma Simpor. During interrogation, Yaw Bamuah admitted involvement in the attack and named several accomplices, including Anuda Borour, Pobiye, Bitunor Sansa, and James Sanyuah,...
Parliamentary Minority Engages IMF on Ghana’s Economic Outlook
In a bid to deepen dialogue on Ghana’s economic trajectory, members of the Parliamentary Minority Caucus met with officials from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday, March 16, 2026. The meeting, initiated by Minority Leader Hon. Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, provided a platform for the Caucus to share feedback on recent economic developments and policy directions. The discussions were described as constructive and mutually beneficial. Among the Minority members present were Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib, Second Deputy Minority Whip; Hon. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Ranking Member on Finance; Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Economy and Development; Hon. Kweku...
Beginnings Fund Commits $40 Million to Support Ghana’s Maternal and Newborn Health Drive
The Beginnings Fund has pledged $40 million to bolster Ghana’s efforts to reduce maternal and newborn mortality, marking a significant investment in the country’s health sector. A delegation led by Chief Executive Officer Alice Kang’e paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to formally introduce the organization and discuss the initiative. The Fund, which partners with African governments to strengthen maternal and newborn health systems, emphasized its commitment to co-creating solutions aligned with Ghana’s policy priorities. “We are taking a deliberate approach to co-create this plan with the government. We are not coming with...
Gold Board Partners Geological Survey Authority on Mining Data Project
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has signed a landmark agreement with the Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) to conduct geological investigations in three mineralized areas — Funsi, Atuna, and Bensere East — as part of Phase One of a national mining initiative. The project, valued at GHS27.5 million, will run over a four-month period and is expected to generate credible geological data to support the establishment of model mines in Ghana. Officials say the initiative represents a major step toward responsible, data-driven mining practices. The three sites form part of 20 mineralized blocks recently released to the Gold Board by...
“Inflation Falls, Economy Stabilises Faster Than Expected” — BoG Governor
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, today opened the 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, highlighting steady improvements in the country’s macroeconomic environment. Speaking at the opening session, Dr. Asiama reported that headline inflation fell to 3.3 percent in February, marking the 14th consecutive month of decline. “We are now below our medium-term target band,” he said, adding that the economy is stabilising faster than anticipated. The Governor noted that momentum is building across key indicators, underscoring Ghana’s progress in consolidating recent economic reforms. However, he cautioned that global risks remain. “The Middle East conflict...