Ghana has leaned increasingly on domestic borrowing over the past decade to finance its budget and ease debt pressures, reflecting a wider trend among low-income countries, according to the International Debt Report 2025. The report shows that public domestic debt has climbed steadily in nations under the Low Income Country Debt Sustainability Framework, as governments seek to meet growing financing demands while limiting exposure to foreign exchange risks. Ghana is cited as one of the frontier economies that successfully expanded its domestic debt market during this period. Between 2014 and 2024, domestic debt in low-income countries more than doubled relative...
Prez. Mahama Decries Assaults on Teachers, Criticizes Handling of Kade SHS Case
President John Mahama has strongly condemned recent attacks on teachers across Ghana, voicing particular concern over the treatment of a high-profile incident at Kade Senior High School. Speaking at the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) Delegates Conference, the President addressed a viral video from October 2025 that showed students assaulting a mathematics teacher after he reportedly stopped them from cheating during an exam. Mahama expressed disappointment that despite a police report, the students escaped formal disciplinary action after their parents reached an out-of-court settlement. He questioned the precedent of treating what he described as a criminal act as a...
Mahama Pledges Review of Pay Policy and Pension Scheme
President John Mahama has assured teachers that his administration will revisit the Single Spine Pay Policy and tackle concerns surrounding the three-tier pension system. His commitment comes amid growing calls for improved remuneration, stronger investment in education, and safer working conditions for teachers. The pledge was made at the 54th National Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA). GNAT President Reverend Isaac Owusu, addressing the gathering, stressed the urgency of reforms to protect the welfare of educators. “To celebrate these achievements, Your Excellency, we must not shy away...
Israel extends Gaza occupation beyond ‘yellow line’ in north, bombs south
The Israeli military has spent the past 24 hours expanding the so-called “yellow line” in eastern Gaza, particularly in eastern Gaza City’s Tuffah, Shujayea, and Zeitoun neighbourhoods, according to Al Jazeera teams on the ground, squeezing Palestinians into ever smaller clusters of the enclave. The Israeli army’s actions on Monday are also pushing it closer to the key artery of Salah al-Din Street, forcing displaced families sheltering near the area to flee as more of them come under intensive threat, as Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza shows no signs of abating. Israel now physically occupies more than 50 percent of...
Sudan: tens of thousands displaced by latest front in civil war
Tens of thousands of people have been recently displaced by fighting in Sudan as the civil war rages on. The latest front in the war between the Sudanese army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, who have been fighting since April 2023, is southern Kordofan. Hanan Abdallah was living in a town in west Kordofan, and had to flee her home with nothing. “We were living in the city of Babanusa (town in West Kordofan) when the Rapid Support Forces came and expelled us from our homes, they didn’t even allow anyone to put on their clothes, our children fled barefoot,”...
Manchester United Dismiss Amorim, Fletcher to Step In
Manchester United have parted ways with manager Ruben Amorim, with the club set to appoint a caretaker boss to see out the remainder of the campaign. Former midfielder Darren Fletcher will oversee Wednesday’s Premier League fixture against Burnley. The Scot will remain in charge until a caretaker is named, with United intending to appoint a permanent successor to Amorim in the summer. Tensions came to a head on Friday when Amorim clashed with director of football Jason Wilcox during a heated meeting. The 40-year-old reacted angrily to criticism of his tactics in the 1-1 draw with Wolves. Speaking to the...
Ashanti Regional Minister Hosts NDC Chairman Asiedu Nketia in Kumasi
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has received the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, at the Regional Coordinating Council as part of a New Year working visit. In a statement shared on Facebook, Dr. Amoakohene said the visit formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen consultation, deepen collaboration, and align priorities for effective governance and party organisation in the region. He noted that the engagement with key stakeholders was aimed at fostering unity of purpose and advancing development across the Ashanti Region. “We remain committed to constructive engagement, unity of purpose, and a...
Parliament Mourns Passing of Ayawaso East MP, Hon. Naser Toure Mahama
The Parliament of Ghana has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Hon. Naser Toure Mahama, Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, describing him as a dedicated public servant and a steadfast advocate for his constituents. In a statement issued by the Director of Media Relations, Parliament noted that the nation has lost “a member whose commitment to the advancement of Ghana was unwavering.” The Speaker of Parliament, the Leadership, and the Parliamentary Service extended condolences to his family, colleagues, constituents, and all who were touched by his work and humanity. Hon. Mahama was remembered for his diligence, integrity, and...
Ghana Engages Ukraine Over Detained National, Warns Youth Against Foreign Combat Recruitment
The Government of Ghana has initiated diplomatic negotiations with Ukraine to secure the release of a Ghanaian national being held as a prisoner of war. The individual, whose identity remains undisclosed, was reportedly captured after participating in hostilities in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region. According to official sources, the Ukrainian Government notified Ghana of the arrest and provided identity details, which have since been verified. Evidence indicates that the Ghanaian arrived in Moscow on 7 July 2024 and signed a contract to join the 2nd Assault Company of the 71st Motorized Rifle Regiment under Russia’s 42nd Motorized Rifle Division. In a meeting...
Ministry Condemns Child Abuse in Viral Video, Assures Public of Legal Action
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has strongly condemned the abuse of a young girl captured in a viral video circulating on social media, assuring the public that legal action is underway against the perpetrators. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Ministry confirmed that the case was investigated by the Labadi Police on 31 December 2025. The suspects have since been charged and are expected to appear in court this week. The Accra Regional Office of the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) is supervising the case to ensure due process. MoGCSP reiterated its zero-tolerance...