Ghana and Belarus have taken a major step forward in strengthening bilateral relations with the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during President John Dramani Mahama’s State Visit to Minsk. The agreements establish a Joint Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, reinforce collaboration between the Chambers of Commerce of both countries, and enhance cooperation...
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“Responsible Mining Is the Future” — Government Launches Cooperative Scheme
The Government of Ghana has launched its maiden Cooperative Mining Scheme, marking a decisive step in transforming the small‑scale mining sector through responsible, sustainable, and community‑centred practices. Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah, urged miners and local communities to embrace responsible mining to ensure the long‑term...
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“Credibility Is the Currency of Journalism” — BoG Deputy Governor
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has reaffirmed the media’s critical role in promoting economic stability, transparency, and national development. She made the remarks on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the World Press Freedom Honours Night in Accra. Addressing journalists, media practitioners, and key stakeholders, Mrs. Asante-Asiedu underscored responsible...
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Iran And Israel Halt Strikes, But Tension Remains High
Iran and Israel are reported to have halted the mutual missile and drone attacks that broke out overnight – the first time that the pair has exchanged strikes since a ceasefire took effect in early April. Iran announced that it was halting attacks on Monday afternoon, but warned that it would resume hostilities if Israel...
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Ghana, AUDA-NEPAD Deepen Collaboration on Women’s Empowerment
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment during a meeting with a delegation from the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). The delegation, led by Mr. Symerre Grey-Johnson, Director of Human Capital and Institutional Development, visited the Ministry following...
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We are doing everything possible to win the World Cup – Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, believes there’s an opportunity for the Black Stars to win the World Cup some day. Ghana is set for their fifth World Cup appearance since their debut in the 2006 edition which was staged in Germany. The Black Stars are in the same group as England,...
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Mahama Bans CEOs, Ministers From Accepting ‘Questionable Awards’
The Presidency has directed all Ministers of State, Chief Executive Officers of state institutions, and other political appointees to refrain from participating in or accepting awards from private organisations without prior authorisation from the Office of the President. The directive, issued by the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama, follows concerns raised by President John...
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AMA Enforces Sanitation Rules with Spot Fines in Accra CBD
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has sanctioned six shop owners, four traders, and three drivers in the Central Business District for flouting directives during the National Sanitation Day (NSD) clean-up exercise. The shop owners around Rawlings Park were fined for failing to clean drains in front of their premises and operating during the exercise, while...
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President Mahama Strengthens Ghana–Belarus Ties with Landmark Agreements
President John Dramani Mahama was today accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Belarusian Presidential Palace, where he held bilateral discussions with President Alexander Lukashenko as part of his State Visit to the Republic of Belarus. The high-level engagements culminated in the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) designed to deepen cooperation between Ghana and...
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Why Discipline, Not Ambition, Will Decide Ghana’s Next Business Winners- Michael Abbiw writes
In two decades of working with executives, entrepreneurs, institutions and sales teams across Ghana, one uncomfortable truth has stayed with me: most businesses in this market are not failing because the opportunity is small. They are failing because they are not disciplined enough to convert the opportunity they already have. We talk endlessly about market...