The Government of Ghana has received the eleventh batch of evacuees from South Africa, as part of the ongoing second phase of evacuations following xenophobic attacks in that country. A total of 87 nationals arrived at the Accra International Airport on Monday, where they were welcomed by Ambassador Harold Agyeman, Coordinating Director for Political and Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, alongside senior officials and staff of the Ministry. Ambassador Agyeman assured the returnees of Government’s continued commitment to their reintegration, urging them to remain hopeful and to apply the skills and experiences gained in South Africa toward...
Cyber Security Authority Fines EY Ghana GH¢360,000 for Providing Cybersecurity Services Without a Licence
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has imposed an administrative penalty of GH¢360,000 on Ernst & Young (EY) Ghana for providing cybersecurity services without a valid Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSP) licence. A statement issued by the Authority in Accra said the action followed EY Ghana’s continued provision of cybersecurity services, including services to owners of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII), despite repeated directives from the CSA requiring compliance with the licensing regime under the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038). The CSA said it had specifically directed EY Ghana, by correspondence dated March 20, 2026, to submit an application for a CSP licence...
GoldBod leadership may face ‘scary’ bail conditions in the future – Afenyo-Markin warns
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has warned that the bail conditions that may be imposed on the current leadership of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in the future could be “scary” if the standards being applied to some former government officials are maintained. Mr Afenyo-Markin, speaking at a press conference today, August 18, was drawing a comparison between what he described as stringent bail conditions imposed on some former government officials currently facing investigations and the potential treatment of officials of the current administration when his party, the NPP, returns to power. He suggested that the precedent being...
Government Developing 1,200MW State-Owned Power Plant at Kafodzidzi-Abrobeano -Finance Ministry
Government is developing a 1,200-megawatt state-owned, combined-cycle gas-fired power plant as part of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s energy security, reduce electricity generation costs and create jobs. The Ministry of Finance says the plant will be located at Kafodzidzi-Abrobeano in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem Municipality of the Central Region, with the first 600-megawatt phase expected to come online in 2028. Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, disclosed the details during the presentation of the 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Parliament, noting that feasibility studies had confirmed the viability of the project, with environmental assessments, engineering works and permitting processes progressing steadily. The...
FIFA Slaps Registration Ban on Karela United Over Unpaid Debt to Sana Camara
Ghana Premier League side Karela United FC has been hit with a player registration ban by football’s world governing body, FIFA, for failing to settle a financial obligation owed to former player Sana Camara. In a letter dated August 17, 2026, and issued through the FIFA Legal Portal, FIFA’s Head of Disciplinary, Américo Espallargas, confirmed that the ban on the club registering new players, both internationally and nationally, had been implemented. The letter, referencing an earlier FIFA ruling under case number FPSD-23160, stated that Karela United had still not complied with its financial obligations towards Camara despite the decision. “In...
Minority will speak boldly on GoldBod losses despite attacks – Afenyo-Markin vows
Minority Leader and Effutu MP, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has vowed to continue demanding answers from the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) over what he claims is a GH¢22 billion loss to the state. Speaking at a press conference in Parliament on Tuesday, August 18, Mr Afenyo-Markin said the Minority would not be deterred by attacks or criticisms from GoldBod officials as it pursues what it considers a matter of public accountability. He insisted that GoldBod must account for the alleged loss, arguing that the circumstances, as presented by the Minority, amount to causing financial loss to the state. “So they must account...
Police Urge Public to Disregard False Flyer on Use of AirPods, Earphones While Driving
The Ghana Police Service has urged the public to disregard a flyer circulating on social media, purporting to be a public safety announcement from the Service, which claims, among other things, that the use of AirPods, earphones, or other audio devices while riding or driving is prohibited under the law. In a statement issued in Accra, the Service clarified that the flyer was not a communication of the Ghana Police Service, noting that it had neither issued nor authorised the said publication. The Service said its Cybercrime Unit was working to trace those behind the false publication. It, however, reminded...
Interior Minister Commends Religious Tolerance, Assures Neutrality in Handling Recent Clash
The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, has commended Ghana’s long-standing Christian-Muslim tolerance, describing it as a cardinal bedrock for the country’s peace and security. Speaking at an engagement with Christian and Muslim religious leaders in Accra, the Minister noted that Ghana’s decades-old culture of religious harmony must be preserved and strengthened. His comments come in the wake of a recent altercation between a pastor and an imam that sparked public concern. Addressing the incident, Hon. Mubarak expressed appreciation to the Inspector General of Police, the National Chief Imam and Christian leaders for their swift intervention, patience and...
Deputy Interior Minister Calls for Strict Compliance with Armoured Bullion Vehicles Guidelines
The Deputy Minister for the Interior, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has called for strict compliance with the Guidelines and Standards governing the importation, retrofitting, usage and decommissioning of Armoured Bullion Vehicles (ABVs) in Ghana. Addressing participants at a one-day sensitization workshop for the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) in Accra, the Deputy Minister stressed the importance of effective regulation of ABVs to safeguard public safety, strengthen security, facilitate legitimate trade and ensure regulatory compliance. Hon. Terlabi noted that Customs Officers had a critical responsibility to ensure that armoured bullion vehicles and associated security materials entering the country...
NHIA Launches Digital Knowledge Centre To Strengthen Staff Capacity
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has launched its Digital Knowledge Centre at the NHIA Head Office in Accra, providing staff with a central platform to support continuous learning, knowledge sharing and professional development. The launch, held on Monday, August 17, 2026, was streamed live to enable staff across the country to witness the event and share their views. Directors of the various directorates, Deputy Directors, Regional Directors, members of various committees and other staff were present at the event. Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive of the NHIA, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, described the occasion as an important...