Ghana’s economy is showing strong signs of recovery, according to Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, who delivered the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament earlier today. In his address to lawmakers, Dr. Forson outlined a series of encouraging fiscal indicators, including robust GDP growth, declining inflation, and renewed investor confidence. “We have made significant progress. The signs of recovery are obvious, evident, noticeable, visible, tangible, and they are being felt,” he declared. According to the review, Ghana’s economy expanded by 5.3 percent in the first quarter of 2025, while non-oil GDP growth surged to 6.8 percent, surpassing earlier projections....
Two Arrested Over Ablekuma North Election Voilence
The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two individuals in connection with violent incidents that occurred during the Ablekuma North parliamentary re-run election held on Friday, July 11, 2025. The suspects have been identified as Musah Muntari, a 46-year-old station manager at STC, and Ali Saeed, also known as Mboma, a 43-year-old businessman. Both individuals are currently assisting the police with investigations. The arrests form part of an ongoing operation to identify and prosecute all persons involved in violence, intimidation, or misconduct during the polls. In a statement signed by Ms. Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs for the Accra...
‘We are spending, and spending right’ – Finance Minister Justifies Government Spending Strategy
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has forcefully pushed back against accusations that the government is neglecting crucial areas of public spending. Delivering the 2025 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review to Parliament on Wednesday, July 24, Dr. Forson stated emphatically, “Contrary to the perception that we are not spending, we are indeed spending and spending at the right places.” His comments were a direct rebuttal to what he termed a “false narrative” suggesting government inaction or misaligned priorities. “We are making the right investments,” he affirmed, before presenting a comprehensive breakdown of expenditures across vital sectors of the economy. To silence...
We have saved over 900 jobs at NIB- Finance Minister,
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that more than 900 direct employment positions at the National Investment Bank (NIB) have been safeguarded thanks to targeted efforts aimed at stabilizing the institution. Delivering the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on July 24, 2025, Dr. Forson praised the initiatives undertaken to rejuvenate the struggling government-owned bank. “We have saved 900 direct jobs at NIB through deliberate and timely actions,” he declared, emphasizing the critical need to protect livelihoods while reforming state financial entities. He characterized the National Investment Bank as “ready for business,” noting that the bank now enjoys...
Govt clears Capitation Grant arrears for Public Basic Schools from 2023
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has disclosed that the Government of Ghana has successfully settled all outstanding payments related to the Capitation Grant for public basic schools, covering the period from 2023 to the present. In a statement released on Wednesday, July 23, the GES emphasized that the payment underscores the government’s strong dedication to ensuring the efficient operation and sound administration of basic education nationwide. The Capitation Grant serves as a vital financial lifeline for public basic schools, supporting the acquisition of instructional materials, routine maintenance, and other key activities that enhance school-level management. Prompt release of the grant...
Parliament Approves Visa Waiver Agreements for Four Nations
Parliament has ratified visa waiver agreements with four countries, paving the way for holders of diplomatic, service, and ordinary passports to travel visa-free between Ghana and Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe, Colombia, and the Commonwealth of Dominica. The agreements, which were laid before the House by the Chairman of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Hon. Alfred Okoe Vanderpuije, were unanimously adopted following deliberations on their potential benefits to Ghana’s foreign relations and economic development. Hon. Vanderpuije told the House that the visa waiver arrangements are aimed at strengthening multilateral partnerships in key sectors such as education, energy,...
Mustapha Hamid Fulfills Bail Requirement of GH₵2m,Six others remain in custody
Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, former Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has satisfied his bail requirements in the widely publicized case involving allegations of extortion and money laundering. He is the lead defendant in the high-stakes GH¢280 million corruption scandal. According to a statement shared by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on social media, the six other individuals charged alongside him have not yet met the court’s bail conditions. As a result, they remain in custody awaiting further legal proceedings. The OSP has formally accused Dr. Abdul-Hamid and nine others—including six persons and three corporate entities...
Lands Minister Vows Victory in Tough Battle Against Illegal Mining
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to eradicating illegal mining, acknowledging the complexity of the issue but stressing that it can be overcome. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday, the Minister conceded that tackling galamsey is a tough challenge, yet he reassured citizens: “We will definitely prevail.” “This is a marathon, not a sprint,” he emphasized. “With the political backing of H.E. President John Dramani Mahama, we are determined to restore our rivers, revive our forests, and protect our environment for future generations.” Hon. Buah...
Qatar confirms talks over hosting 2036 Olympic Games
The Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) said on Tuesday it was taking part in discussions with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) over the election process for the host city of the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The country, which hosted soccer’s World Cup in 2022 and the Asian Cup in 2024, is the latest to join the race to stage the 2036 Games after confirmed bids from Indonesia, Turkey, India and Chile. Other Asian countries considering a bid include Saudi Arabia and South Korea. Egypt, Hungary, Italy, Germany, Denmark and Canada have also shown interest. We currently have 95% of the...
Police Launch Probe into Fatal Shooting of Kusasi Chief in Asawase
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has initiated a formal inquiry into a deadly shooting that took place on the evening of Monday, 22nd July 2025, at Asawase F-Line, located in Kumasi, the regional capital. In a statement released by the Police, initial investigations suggest that a man in his mid-years was fatally shot by two unknown gunmen. Eyewitness accounts and police reports indicate that the assailants, each riding a separate motorcycle, approached the victim at close proximity and discharged their weapons before escaping the scene. The injured man was first taken to the Manhyia District Hospital for urgent medical attention,...