Life‑saving emergency food and nutrition assistance provided by the World Food Programme (WFP) in Somalia could be forced to a halt by April due to a lack of funding, the United Nations agency has said. In a report published on Friday, the WFP warned that the country is facing one of the most complex hunger crises in recent years, driven by two consecutive failed rainy seasons, conflict and a sharp drop in humanitarian funding. The warning comes as at least 4.4 million people, roughly a quarter of the population, face crisis-levels of food insecurity or worse, including nearly one million...
Ghana Signs Landmark MoU with Turkish University to Boost Agricultural Education
On behalf of Government and His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, Minister for Food and Agriculture, Hon. Eric Opoku, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GIDA VE TARIM University in Turkey, marking a significant step towards advancing agricultural education and training for Ghanaian students. The collaboration establishes a new scholarship program that will provide Ghanaian students with invaluable opportunities to pursue academic and professional training in agriculture. GIDA VE TARIM University, a globally recognized institution in agricultural studies, will offer scholarships across a range of agriculture-related programs, with a strong focus on capacity building and skills development. Speaking at...
President Mahama Extends Ramadan Greetings to Ghanaians
Former President John Dramani Mahama has extended heartfelt greetings to Muslims in Ghana and across the world as they begin the holy month of Ramadan. In a message released on Thursday, Mr. Mahama, together with his wife Lordina, called on the faithful to embrace the season as a time of reflection, renewal, and unity. “Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh! As we stand at the threshold of this blessed month of Ramadan, Lordina Dramani Mahama and I extend our warmest greetings to you and your families,” the statement opened. The former president described Ramadan as a sacred period that goes beyond fasting,...
Ghana Tops Global Mobile Money Regulatory Index Again
Ghana has once again been ranked the world’s leading country in mobile money regulation, retaining the top spot in the GSMA’s 2025 Mobile Money Regulatory Index (MMRI). According to the Bank of Ghana, the country achieved an overall score of 96.10 percent, improving on last year’s 95.06 percent. The MMRI, compiled by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), assesses the effectiveness of mobile money regulatory frameworks across 90 countries. This recognition underscores Ghana’s leadership in creating a robust regulatory environment that supports mobile money services, drives financial inclusion, and fosters innovation in the digital financial ecosystem. The Bank...
Ghana Seeks International Arbitration Over Maritime Boundary with Togo
The Government of Ghana has formally notified the Government of Togo of its decision to pursue international arbitration to resolve the maritime boundary dispute between the two countries. The move, announced in a press statement from the Presidency Communications, is anchored on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). According to the statement, efforts to negotiate a settlement over the past eight years have failed to produce an agreed outcome. Ghana’s decision, officials explained, is intended to prevent further escalation of incidents that have strained relations between institutions on both sides of the border. “The Government...
Police, GFA Strengthen Collaboration to Safeguard Football Integrity
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), yesterday hosted the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mr. Kurt Okraku Mantey, and his team at the National Police Headquarters in Accra. The high-level meeting was aimed at deepening cooperation between the two institutions to enhance sports security and support the development of football in Ghana. Discussions centered on maintaining high ethical standards in football, tackling match manipulation, and addressing the growing challenge of illegal betting. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the integrity of the Ghana Premier...
Wa Court Convicts Three for Unlawful Possession of Firearms
The Wa District Magistrate Court has convicted three men for unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition in the Wa West District. The accused – Yiritang Boosi, Yahaya Samad, and Adams Alhassan – were prosecuted after being found in possession of weapons without lawful authority. Presiding Judge, His Worship Simon Kofi Bediako, accepted their guilty pleas and sentenced each to a fine of 200 penalty units, equivalent to GH₵2,400.00. In default of payment, they will serve nine months’ imprisonment. The three had earlier been remanded in custody before reappearing in court on Wednesday, February 18, where judgment was delivered. In a...
Foreign Affairs Minister Begins Two-Day Official Visit to Burkina Faso
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), has arrived in Burkina Faso for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and deepening cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. On arrival, Mr. Ablakwa was received by his Burkinabè counterpart, His Excellency Karamoko Jean-Marie Traoré, and Ghana’s Ambassador to Burkina Faso, His Excellency Kenneth Akibate. The visit is expected to focus on enhancing security cooperation, intensifying political consultations, and signing strategic agreements to consolidate relations between the two countries, particularly in response to evolving regional security challenges. Prior to his departure from Accra, the Minister visited the...
Ghana Hosts ECOWAS Ministerial Meeting on Women and Youth Political Participation
A Ministerial High-Level Meeting under the Regional Consultation on Political Participation and Leadership of Women and Youth in West Africa has been held in Accra as part of a four-day regional engagement hosted by the Government of Ghana. The consultation, which began on February 17, is organized by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection in collaboration with the ECOWAS Gender Development Centre. It forms part of the ECOWAS Anniversary Legacy Project aimed at advancing gender parity and inclusive governance across Member States. Welcoming participants, Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey,...
Abandoned Newborn in Elmina Rescued, Receiving Care
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has confirmed that a newborn baby found abandoned near Bronyibima Estate in the Central Region is safe and receiving medical attention. The baby, believed to be about one day old, is reported to be in stable condition. Officials from the Department of Social Welfare have taken temporary custody to ensure her safety, while the Ghana Police Service continues investigations to identify and locate the mother or close relatives. In a statement, the Ministry assured the public of the child’s well-being and commended community members who rescued her. It appealed to anyone...