The Government of Ghana has officially encouraged citizens to dedicate Wednesdays to wearing Fugu, also known as Batakari, as part of efforts to promote and preserve the nation’s cultural heritage. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts in a statement issued on February 10, 2026, declaring Wednesdays as a day to celebrate the traditional northern Ghanaian smock in all its forms and designs. According to the Ministry, the initiative seeks to strengthen national cultural awareness while showcasing Ghana’s heritage to the world. It also aims to stimulate economic growth within the creative and textile...
Speaker Bagbin Orders Business Committee to Table Human Sexual Rights and Dual Citizenship Bills
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has directed the Business Committee to schedule two major bills for consideration by the House. The bills are the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill and the Constitution of the Republic of Ghana (Amendment) Bill – Dual Citizenship. The directive highlights the Speaker’s determination to ensure that Parliament addresses pressing national issues. The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has attracted significant public debate, while the proposed constitutional amendment on dual citizenship is expected to have far-reaching implications for Ghanaians both at home and abroad. By instructing the...
Bagbin Commends Afadjato South MP with International Conference Slots
The Speaker of Parliament has granted the Member of Parliament for Afadjato South, Hon. Frank Afriyie, unlimited slots to participate in international conferences. This recognition comes as a reward for the diligence and commitment he has consistently demonstrated during the correction of votes and proceedings in the House. The Speaker noted that Hon. Afriyie’s meticulous approach and attention to detail have contributed significantly to the accuracy and integrity of parliamentary records. By offering him unlimited opportunities to represent Ghana at international conferences, the Speaker underscored the importance of rewarding excellence and encouraging MPs to uphold high standards of parliamentary practice....
Ghana Airports Company Issues Directive on Cultural Displays
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has announced new guidelines regarding cultural displays at airport premises. According to the directive, individuals or groups intending to organize cultural performances to welcome loved ones must first obtain prior approval from the company. The statement emphasized that without prior authorization, such activities will not be permitted on airport grounds. This measure, GACL explained, is aimed at ensuring smooth operations, maintaining security, and preserving order within the airport environment. For those seeking approval, the company has advised contacting its Commercial Services Department for guidance. Inquiries can be directed to 0302 550612, Extension 6147. The...
Ghana Hosts African Union Reparations Experts in Landmark Meeting
The Government of the Republic of Ghana, serving as the African Union’s Champion for Reparations, is hosting a two-day joint Bureau meeting of the African Union Committee of Experts on Reparations (AUCER) and the African Union Legal Experts on Reparations (AULER). The gathering aims to strengthen coordination and advance Africa’s reparations agenda at both continental and global levels. Opening the session, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to its role as Champion of the reparations cause. He highlighted Ghana’s historical significance as a key site of memory in the transatlantic slave trade, noting that...
Ghana to Push Drone, AI Technologies for Industrial Growth – Deputy Trade Minister
The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Sampson Ahi, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to advancing drone and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as key drivers of Ghana’s industrial transformation, job creation, and export competitiveness. Delivering a keynote address at the Drone Ignite Africa Summit 2026 in Accra on Tuesday, 10th February 2026, Hon. Ahi said Ghana is positioning itself to harness emerging technologies to accelerate inclusive economic growth. He stressed that drones and AI are no longer futuristic concepts but “practical economic tools” already improving productivity and governance in agriculture, mining, infrastructure development, environmental protection, and public safety. In...
Ghana Scores 43, Ranks 76th in 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index — TI Ghana
Ghana has scored 43 out of 100 in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), ranking 76th out of 182 countries assessed worldwide, according to a press release issued by Transparency International (TI) Ghana. The latest score indicates that corruption remains a persistent challenge in the country, with TI Ghana noting that government anti-corruption measures are yet to make a significant impact. The organization cited weak compliance and enforcement of laws, along with limited institutional effectiveness, as continuing obstacles in the fight against corruption. The report shows Ghana’s CPI score has remained largely stagnant in recent years. After peaking at 48...
Trade Minister Pledges Policy Reforms to Boost Agribusiness
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has reaffirmed government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s agribusiness sector through policy reforms, fair competition, access to financing, and stronger enforcement mechanisms. This follows a high-level roundtable discussion with agribusiness captains and industry stakeholders held at the Ministry on Tuesday, 10th February 2026. The engagement brought together chief executives and representatives from across the agribusiness value chain—including rice, poultry, pineapple, maize, horticulture, processing, export, banking, and input supply—to deliberate on challenges confronting the sector and propose solutions to ensure sustainability, competitiveness, and growth. Opening the meeting, the Minister underscored the strategic importance of agribusiness...
Mining Indaba 2026: African Integration Demands Collective Will – Armah-Kofi Buah
Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), has called on African nations to align domestic reforms with Pan-African objectives, stressing that the continent stands on the threshold of true integration, contingent on the collective will of all stakeholders. Speaking at a policy forum during the ongoing Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026, Hon. Buah declared, “Despite our challenges, Africa stands on the threshold of true integration. Our success hinges on our collective will to align national reforms with continental goals, build institutions that transcend political cycles, and foster transparency that earns both investor confidence and...
President Convenes Emergency Cabinet Session on Cocoa Sector
President John Dramani Mahama has summoned an emergency cabinet meeting for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to deliberate on pressing challenges confronting Ghana’s cocoa industry. The session is expected to bring together key ministers and stakeholders to address issues ranging from production shortfalls and farmer welfare to export competitiveness and sustainability. The cocoa sector, a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, has recently faced mounting concerns over declining yields, climate impacts, and global market pressures. Government officials say the meeting underscores the administration’s recognition of cocoa as both an economic lifeline and a cultural heritage. By convening the emergency session, President Mahama...