The Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has announced the provision of two boreholes for residents of the Chorkor Electoral Area in the Ablekuma South area to help address its water challenges. The intervention, according to the Mayor, was expected to provide a more reliable source of water for residents, while the Accra Metropolitan...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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Path, InSupply Health Partner Ministry on Maternal Supply Chain
Global health organisations Path and InSupply Health have engaged Ghana’s Ministry of Health to introduce the proposed INSPIRE project, aimed at strengthening the country’s supply chain for maternal and newborn health commodities. During the consultation, the partners sought the Ministry’s input on existing supply‑chain gaps and priorities to guide project design. Officials identified challenges in...
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Mahama Commends GoldBod’s Strong Financial Turnaround
President John Dramani Mahama has lauded the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) for its remarkable financial performance, describing the institution’s turnaround as a testament to the value of transparency and accountability in Ghana’s mineral economy. Speaking at the 2026 Governing Boards & CEOs’ Conference organised by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), the President highlighted...
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Accra, Russia explore new areas of cooperation to deepen bilateral ties
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) and the Russian Embassy in Ghana have explored new areas of cooperation to deepen bilateral ties in education, investment, urban development, culture and people-to-people exchanges. The discussions took place on Monday, September 7, 2026 when the Russian Ambassador to Ghana, H.E Anderi Ordash paid a courtesy call on the Mayor...
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Namibian Delegation Benchmarks GoldBod’s Regulatory Framework
A delegation from Namibia’s Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy has paid a working visit to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) as part of a benchmarking and consultation mission aimed at strengthening Namibia’s mining sector. The team was received by GoldBod’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Richard Nunekpeku, Esq., who led discussions on the institution’s mandate...
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Accra–Kumasi Expressway to Create 30,000 Jobs- Finance Ministry
Government has announced that the ongoing Accra–Kumasi Expressway project will generate an estimated 30,000 direct and indirect jobs, underscoring its commitment to using infrastructure investment as a driver of economic growth. The Ministry of Finance disclosed that the project is designed not only to improve road connectivity between Ghana’s two largest cities but also to...
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GNACOPS Calls for Overhaul of Boarding Policy Amid School Placement Crisis
The Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) has urged government to confront the country’s secondary school boarding policy, describing it as the root cause of recurring crises in the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). In a press statement signed by National Executive Director Obenfo Nana Kwasi Gyetuah, GNACOPS argued that the subsidization...
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Former Presidential Counsel Demands Payment of Salary Arrears and Benefits
A law firm representing Mr. Kow Abaka Essuman, former Legal Counsel to the President, has formally petitioned the Ministry of Finance to settle outstanding salary arrears and terminal benefits due him after completing his tenure at Jubilee House. In a letter dated September 8 and copied to senior officials at the Presidency and the Attorney‑General,...
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NCA Publishes Qualified Applicants for 5G Spectrum Licensing
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced the completion of the qualification stage in Ghana’s 5G spectrum licensing process, paving the way for three telecommunications companies to advance to the next round. According to the Authority, four applications were received by the August 27 deadline, but only three met the eligibility and technical requirements under...
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Road Transport Operators Hold Off on Fare Increases
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) have assured the travelling public that existing transport fares remain unchanged, despite ongoing consultations with the Ministry of Transport over a possible review. The unions disclosed that a meeting was held with the Minister for Transport and his technical team...