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Mahama Cuts Sod for New Airport Concourse Linking Terminals 2 and 3

Mahama Cuts Sod for New Airport Concourse Linking Terminals 2 and 3

 President John Dramani Mahama has officially cut the sod for the construction of an interconnecting concourse between Terminals 2 and 3 at the Accra International Airport, marking the start of a major infrastructure expansion aimed at easing congestion and reinforcing Ghana’s position as a leading aviation hub in West Africa. Speaking at the ceremony, President...

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Government Rolls Out Nationwide Transformer Upgrade Programme

Government Rolls Out Nationwide Transformer Upgrade Programme

 Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced a sweeping programme to overhaul Ghana’s electricity distribution infrastructure, citing years of underinvestment and rising demand as the root causes of recurring outages. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, Mr. Jinapor said the country’s distribution network faces a “long-standing structural challenge,” with...

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“Resilient Energy Sector” – Jinapor Assures Amid Power Challenges

“Resilient Energy Sector” – Jinapor Assures Amid Power Challenges

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has reassured the public that Ghana’s energy sector remains strong despite recent interruptions in electricity supply nationwide. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, the Minister acknowledged the disruptions but emphasised government’s commitment to reinforcing the sector and ensuring long-term stability. He disclosed that two...

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Two Akosombo Units Restored After Substation Fire

Two Akosombo Units Restored After Substation Fire

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced a major breakthrough in efforts to stabilise the national grid, confirming that two generating units at the Akosombo Dam are back in service after last week’s substation fire. Delivering an update at the Government Accountability Series on Monday, 27 April 2026, the Minister...

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Ghana to Host 2027 U-20 Boys AFCON

Ghana to Host 2027 U-20 Boys AFCON

 Ghana has officially been named host nation for the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has revealed. In a post on his official Facebook page, Mr. Okraku confirmed that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded Ghana the hosting rights for the prestigious...

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Ghana Expresses Solidarity with Mali Following Terrorist Attacks

Ghana Expresses Solidarity with Mali Following Terrorist Attacks

The Government of Ghana has conveyed its condolences to the Republic of Mali after a series of coordinated terrorist attacks on military positions, including in the capital Bamako, left several casualties on Saturday, April 25. Among the dead is Mali’s Minister of Defence, General Sadio Camara, alongside military personnel and civilians. In a statement issued...

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Minister Engages Queen Mothers on Inclusive Development and Gender Equality

Minister Engages Queen Mothers on Inclusive Development and Gender Equality

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has held a strategic engagement with the leadership of the Queen Mothers Association, comprising representatives from all sixteen regions of Ghana. The delegation, led by the Association’s President, Nana Otubea II, outlined the purpose of the group, stressing its role in uniting...

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Minister Orders GRIDCo CEO to Step Aside as Energy Sector Faces Shake-Up

Minister Orders GRIDCo CEO to Step Aside as Energy Sector Faces Shake-Up

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has revealed that the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Hon. John Jinapor, has directed the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) to step aside. The decision comes in the wake of a fire incident at the Akosombo power control...

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Police Arrest Suspect in Murder of Indian National in Kumasi

Police Arrest Suspect in Murder of Indian National in Kumasi

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of one person in connection with the murder of an Indian national, Devendra Singh, in Kumasi. According to a statement issued by the Ashanti Regional Police Headquarters on April 26, 2026, the suspect is currently in custody and assisting with investigations. The deceased had earlier been reported...