The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park (KNMP) has commended the Government of Ghana, led by President John Dramani Mahama, for its decision to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport. In a press release issued yesterday, the Park described the move as a “principled act grounded in the supreme interest of the Republic,” noting that...
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Ghana Begins Local Refining of ASM Gold
The Ghana Gold Board, in collaboration with Gold Coast Refinery, has officially commenced the local refining of gold sourced from the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. The initiative marks a significant step in the country’s efforts to add value to its mineral resources while formalising the ASM industry. A high-level tour of the refinery...
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Catholic Church Honours Speaker Bagbin for Legacy of Service
The Catholic Church has honoured the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, for his enduring legacy as a leader rooted in wisdom, humility, and service. The recognition was conferred during a Eucharistic Celebration held on 30th January 2026 at the Chapel of the Bishop of Wa Diocese. In his sermon, Most Rev....
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Gazans Returning Through Rafah Crossing Describe Checks by Palestinian Militia
Two Gazan women who passed through the newly reopened Rafah crossing into Egypt on Monday told the BBC that a Palestinian militia group linked to Israel conducted searches at an Israeli military checkpoint inside Gaza. Lamia Rabia, travelling with her children, said Israeli forces escorted them from the border to a nearby checkpoint, where members...
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GETFund Warns Public Against Scholarship Fraudsters
The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has issued a warning to the public to avoid engaging with impersonators who demand money under the pretense of offering scholarships. In a release dated Wednesday, 4 February 2026, GETFund noted that it had taken notice of claims made by Mr. Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, former Chief Executive Officer of...
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Senior Staff Strike Disrupts Academic Activities In Universities
The indefinite strike by the Senior Staff Association of the University of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of University Senior Staff Association of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers’ Union (TEWU-TUC) is beginning to take a heavy toll on academic activities. Some students from the Education Department of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and...
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World Cancer Day: ACO Joins Call For Stronger Cancer Prevention In Africa
The African Cancer Organisation (ACO) has joined the global community in marking World Cancer Day with a renewed call for stronger investment in cancer prevention across Africa and the diaspora. In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, the organisation reaffirmed its commitment to reducing the cancer burden on the continent through advocacy, capacity...
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Ghana Records Historic Drop In Inflation To 3.8% in January, Lowest Since 2021
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has announced that Ghana’s year-on-year inflation rate for January 2026 stood at 3.8 percent, marking the lowest level since the rebasing of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in 2021. This represents a 1.6 percentage point drop from the 5.4 percent recorded in December 2025 and continues a 13-month streak of...
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Ghana Medical Trust Fund To Train 100 Specialist Pharmacists
Behind every life saved is a team, and every team needs its anchors. While clinicians and nurses fight on the frontlines, specialist pharmacists quietly hold the key to safe and effective treatment. Recognizing their vital role, the Ghana Medical Trust Fund has announced plans to train 100 specialist pharmacists across the country over the next...
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Parliament To Mark One-Year Anniversary Of Ninth Session
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced plans to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Ninth Parliament, describing the occasion as an opportunity to reflect on lessons learnt and strengthen the institution for the future. Speaking at the opening of proceedings, the Speaker emphasized that the milestone offers renewed focus,...