In line with President H.E. John Dramani Mahama’s directive of June 29 for swift evacuation of refuse, the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has undertaken a working visit to waste management facilities in the Greater Accra Region to assess progress. During his inspection of Zoomlion’s Integrated Recycling & Compost Plant Limited (IRECOP) in Accra, the Minister disclosed that five of the six Waste Transfer Stations are now fully operational, with a 24‑hour evacuation system set to commence at Jamestown. He further announced plans to formally integrate over 4,000 tricycle waste collectors into Ghana’s waste...
Gender Minister Extends Condolences to Bukom Tragedy Victim’s Family
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Miss Esther Panyin Arthur, who lost her life in a tragic road accident at Bukom on July 27, 2026. Represented by a delegation from the Ministry, Dr. Lartey’s sympathies were conveyed during the final funeral rites held on Tuesday, August 4, at Bukom. The solemn service drew family members, friends, community leaders, and sympathizers who gathered to pay their last respects. On behalf of the Minister, the delegation presented a donation to support the bereaved family as they...
WAFCON 2026: Black Queens Lose To Cameroon In Second Group Game
Ghana suffered their first defeat of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations following a 1-0 loss to Cameroon on Sunday. A first-half penalty strike was enough for the tournament returnees as they defeated the Black Queens on matchday 2 in Group D. Cameroon were the first to strike in the game as Marie Gisele Ngah Manga opened the scoring from the penalty spot. The advantage was called after a long VAR review following Benedicte Simon’s hand coming into contact with the ball. Manga made no mistake from the spot and sent Cynthia Konlan the wrong way to open the scoring in...
Minority Caucus Mourns Birimso Highway Tragedy, Urges Urgent Completion of Road Works
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed profound sorrow over the fatal accident that claimed at least 15 lives at Birimso Bridge on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, describing the incident as a painful reminder of the urgent need to address longstanding safety challenges on the corridor. In a statement signed by Hon. Kennedy Nyarko Osei, Ranking Member of the Roads and Transport Committee, the Caucus extended condolences to bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery. “We share in the grief of the affected families and stand in solidarity with all those impacted by this heartbreaking tragedy,” the statement noted....
Public Officials’ Bribe Demands Surge in Ghana — GSS
Nearly seven out of every ten Ghanaians faced demands for unofficial payments from public officials in late 2025, according to the latest Governance Series report released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The findings reveal that while Ghana’s overall governance indicators improved compared to 2024, citizens’ direct encounters with bribery worsened sharply between July and December 2025. Rising Pressure at Service Counters Presenting the data at a Governance Series event organised by Three Reports and the GSS, Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu said demands for extra payments by officials rose significantly in the second half of the year. He noted...
Ghana and Jamaica Forge New Path of Cooperation
His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s enduring solidarity with Jamaica, declaring that the Atlantic Ocean must serve as a bridge rather than a barrier between Africa and the Caribbean. During bilateral talks with Prime Minister Andrew Holness in Kingston on Monday, the two leaders renewed the strong historical, political, and cultural ties that connect their nations, tracing a shared heritage from the Pan-African vision of Marcus Garvey and the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah to the global resonance of Bob Marley. Key Outcomes of the Bilateral Meeting Air and Maritime Links: Fast-tracking a Bilateral Air Services Agreement to...
Ghana Records GH¢148.3bn Trade Surplus in 2025- GSS
Ghana’s international merchandise trade performance in 2025 showed significant growth, with exports far outpacing imports to deliver a record trade surplus, according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The 2025 Annual International Merchandise Trade Statistics Report revealed that total trade stood at GH¢654.7 billion (US$52.5 billion). Exports amounted to GH¢401.5 billion (US$32.0 billion), while imports reached GH¢253.2 billion (US$20.5 billion). This resulted in a surplus of GH¢148.3 billion (US$11.5 billion), more than three times the surplus recorded in 2024. Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, noted that the figures reflect Ghana’s strengthened export base and improved trade balance, underscoring the importance...
Energy Minister Engages NPA on Diesel Price Relief Directive
Following President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to cushion consumers through a temporary reduction of GHS2.00 per litre in the regulatory margin on diesel, the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has met with the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and key stakeholders to discuss implementation of the measure. Mr. Jinapor explained during the engagement that the relief will run for one month, covering August 2026, and will be subject to review within the period based on prevailing market conditions and other relevant factors. “This intervention reflects government’s commitment to easing the burden on consumers while ensuring stability within...
NACOC Raids KTU Campus, Arrests 10 Students for Trafficking Cannabis-Infused Products
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has disrupted an illegal trade in narcotic-laced consumables following a coordinated intelligence-led operation at Koforidua Technical University (KTU). The swoop, carried out during the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Hall Week celebrations between Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026, led to the arrest of ten students for trafficking cannabis-infused drinks and ice creams. Among those apprehended was the suspected ringleader, 23-year-old Priscilla Tetteh, together with nine young men believed to be part of a network engaged in the production, distribution, and sale of cannabis-infused products on campus. The suspects were caught while actively trading...
NHIA, GMTF Engage Renal Patients Association
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) have held a high-level meeting with the leadership of the Renal Patients Association of Ghana to discuss ways of improving access to dialysis and renal care services nationwide. The engagement, led by NHIA Chief Executive Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe and GMTF Administrator Obuobia Darko-Opoku, was attended by Association President Baffour Kojo Ahenkorah, Secretary Noel L. G. Sah, and member Thomas Cann. Ahenkorah renewed calls for broader availability of life-saving renal treatment under the National Health Insurance Scheme, stressing the need to expand credentialed facilities and intensify public...