The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening social protection systems in Ghana. She made the remarks during a courtesy call by Mr. Robert S. Chase, the World Bank’s Social Policy Practice Manager for West and Central Africa, who is in the country to deepen collaboration and support Ghana’s social protection agenda. Discussions focused on advancing cooperation between Government and the World Bank, particularly in implementing key interventions under the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2. These include the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) cash transfer and technical support...

 According to police reports, the suspects targeted a Mobile Money (MoMo) vendor operating at Aba Fosuah Plaza. One of the men, riding as a pillion passenger on a motorbike, approached the vendor under the guise of making a cash-out transaction. As the vendor attempted to process the request, the suspect pulled out a pistol and demanded her bag containing cash. When the victim resisted, the rider joined in the struggle. During the scuffle, the pillion passenger shot the vendor in the leg, forcing her to surrender the bag. The suspects fled the scene on a black Royal motorbike with registration...

 The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), on Monday received envoys of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) accredited to Ghana for discussions on evolving regional and global developments. The delegation included His Excellency Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Dakhel, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Murad Suliaman Mohammed Al-Mandoos, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates; His Excellency Khalid Bin Jabor Saif Jasser Al-Mesallam, Ambassador of the State of Qatar; and Husain Alebrahim, Chargé d’Affaires of the State of Kuwait. Honourable Ablakwa reaffirmed Ghana’s principled foreign policy stance, underscoring respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and adherence...

 Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has announced that the Government’s Free Primary Healthcare initiative will commence in 150 underserved districts as the first stage of a nationwide rollout. The official launch is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, the Minister explained that the policy will allow Ghanaians to access essential services at CHPS compounds, health centres, and polyclinics at no cost. These services will include routine screening for hypertension, diabetes, and cancer, maternal and child healthcare, immunisation, and treatment of common illnesses such as malaria and respiratory infections. While primary-level services will be free,...

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), held a high-level meeting with the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Cong Song, to discuss ways of deepening the strategic partnership between Ghana and China. During the meeting, Honourable Ablakwa congratulated Ambassador Song on his appointment and highlighted ongoing projects initiated under his predecessor, including the Aflao Market and Damongo University. He expressed confidence that the new Ambassador would ensure their timely completion. The Minister also emphasized Ghana’s readiness to explore new areas of cooperation, particularly environmental reclamation projects and public education initiatives aimed at curbing...

Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has described Ghana’s new primary healthcare policy as the backbone of a resilient health system capable of meeting most of the country’s medical needs. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Monday, April 13, Mr. Akandoh said the policy is designed to guarantee that every Ghanaian visiting a primary health facility can access a broad range of essential services. “In clear terms, it ensures that when a Ghanaian visits a primary health facility, they will be able to receive a range of essential services, and this includes routine screening for conditions such as...

The Minister has announced that the government will adopt a phased approach in rolling out its new healthcare programme, stressing that this method will allow for refinement as implementation progresses. “This phased approach will allow us to learn, adjust, and ensure that quality and sustainability are maintained,” he said. He further noted that the policy has been carefully developed and is ready for launch. “This policy has not been rushed. It has been carefully designed over the past year and further improved based on inputs from cross-sectional stakeholders,” he stated. Deputy Minister Mr. Akandoh explained that extensive consultations were undertaken...

The government has announced the procurement of 24,534 pieces of medical equipment as part of preparations for the rollout of Ghana’s Free Primary Healthcare policy. Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh made the disclosure during the Government Accountability Series, describing the move as a crucial step toward equipping health facilities for the new programme. “In preparation for implementation, we have procured and are ready to deploy 24,534 pieces of essential medical equipment across the country,” he said. “This is intended to ensure our facilities and health workers are equipped and ready.” Mr. Akandoh explained that the initiative forms part of efforts...