Ghana’s debt risk classification has officially been lowered from high to moderate, marking the country’s first improvement in more than a decade. The announcement, made by the Ministry of Finance, signals a significant step in efforts to stabilize the economy and restore investor confidence. A visual released by the Ministry highlighted the shift, showing a...
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Ghana Spends $168m On Tomato Imports; Ginger Dependence Exceeds 99% — CSIR
Ghana is spending at least US$168 million annually on fresh and processed tomato imports, while a disease outbreak has pushed the country’s dependence on imported ginger beyond 99 percent. The figures, presented by researchers at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), highlight the scale of Ghana’s import dependence in two key horticultural commodities...
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Ghana’s Digital Economy Must Leave No One Behind — Trade Minister
Ghana has renewed its commitment to building an inclusive digital economy that empowers every citizen — from persons with disabilities and women entrepreneurs to rural businesses and young traders — to participate fully in digital trade. Delivering a speech on behalf of the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare (MP), at a...
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Democracy Cup 2026: Speaker Receives Trophy, Hails Unity Ahead of Hearts–Kotoko Showdown
The Right Honourable Speaker of Parliament has officially received the 2026 Democracy Cup trophy, launching the countdown to the third edition of Ghana’s prestigious football contest between Accra Hearts of Oak and Kumasi Asante Kotoko. The ceremonial handover, held in Accra, signaled the Speaker’s continued commitment to the tournament he conceived and championed as a...
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Forensic report on National Cathedral is ready, undergoing review – Kwakye Ofosu
Minister of State for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu has disclosed that the long-awaited forensic audit report into the National Cathedral is ready and has been submitted to the Attorney General for review. According to him, the Attorney General received the report last Friday and is currently studying its findings to determine the appropriate next...
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Ghana Marks International Youth Day with Call to Rebuild Values and Inspire Patriotism
Ghana has joined the global community in commemorating International Youth Day, with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment reaffirming its commitment to supporting young people across all regions and backgrounds. While the global theme for this year’s celebration is “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations,” Ghana has localized the commemoration under the national theme: “Rebuilding Values,...
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Deputy Interior Minister Commends Civil Service Week Celebration
The Deputy Minister for the Interior, Hon. Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has lauded the 2026 Civil Service Week Celebration, describing it as a timely initiative to highlight the indispensable role of the Civil Service in Ghana’s development. Speaking during an interaction with staff of the Ministry of the Interior and its Agencies at the ongoing exhibition...
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Police Crack Down on Armed Robbery Syndicate in Upper West Region
The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of six suspects linked to a notorious armed robbery syndicate operating in Wa West District and Wa Municipality. The intelligence‑led operation, coordinated by the Upper West Regional Command, follows a spate of violent robberies in which victims were attacked and forced to disclose their Mobile Money (MoMo)...
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Mahama Approves Reorganisation of National Security Council Secretariat
President John Dramani Mahama has approved a major reorganisation of the National Security Council Secretariat, with new appointments and reassignments taking immediate effect. The changes, announced by the Presidency Communications Directorate, are aimed at strengthening operations, intelligence, and human security functions within the Secretariat. Under the reorganisation: Major (Rtd.) General William Ayamdo, former Chief of...
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Ministry Of Education Clarifies Misinformation On Teaching Of Arabic In Schools
The Ministry of Education has taken note of widespread misinformation and misconception circulating in the public domain suggesting that the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, is seeking to impose the study of Arabic on Ghanaian students. In a statement signed by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister, the Ministry wished to state categorically...