The Minority Caucus in Parliament has expressed profound sorrow over the fatal accident that claimed at least 15 lives at Birimso Bridge on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, describing the incident as a painful reminder of the urgent need to address longstanding safety challenges on the corridor. In a statement signed by Hon. Kennedy Nyarko Osei, Ranking Member of the Roads and Transport Committee, the Caucus extended condolences to bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery. “We share in the grief of the affected families and stand in solidarity with all those impacted by this heartbreaking tragedy,” the statement noted....
Public Officials’ Bribe Demands Surge in Ghana — GSS
Nearly seven out of every ten Ghanaians faced demands for unofficial payments from public officials in late 2025, according to the latest Governance Series report released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The findings reveal that while Ghana’s overall governance indicators improved compared to 2024, citizens’ direct encounters with bribery worsened sharply between July and December 2025. Rising Pressure at Service Counters Presenting the data at a Governance Series event organised by Three Reports and the GSS, Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu said demands for extra payments by officials rose significantly in the second half of the year. He noted...
Ghana and Jamaica Forge New Path of Cooperation
His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s enduring solidarity with Jamaica, declaring that the Atlantic Ocean must serve as a bridge rather than a barrier between Africa and the Caribbean. During bilateral talks with Prime Minister Andrew Holness in Kingston on Monday, the two leaders renewed the strong historical, political, and cultural ties that connect their nations, tracing a shared heritage from the Pan-African vision of Marcus Garvey and the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah to the global resonance of Bob Marley. Key Outcomes of the Bilateral Meeting Air and Maritime Links: Fast-tracking a Bilateral Air Services Agreement to...
Ghana Records GH¢148.3bn Trade Surplus in 2025- GSS
Ghana’s international merchandise trade performance in 2025 showed significant growth, with exports far outpacing imports to deliver a record trade surplus, according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The 2025 Annual International Merchandise Trade Statistics Report revealed that total trade stood at GH¢654.7 billion (US$52.5 billion). Exports amounted to GH¢401.5 billion (US$32.0 billion), while imports reached GH¢253.2 billion (US$20.5 billion). This resulted in a surplus of GH¢148.3 billion (US$11.5 billion), more than three times the surplus recorded in 2024. Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, noted that the figures reflect Ghana’s strengthened export base and improved trade balance, underscoring the importance...
Energy Minister Engages NPA on Diesel Price Relief Directive
Following President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to cushion consumers through a temporary reduction of GHS2.00 per litre in the regulatory margin on diesel, the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has met with the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and key stakeholders to discuss implementation of the measure. Mr. Jinapor explained during the engagement that the relief will run for one month, covering August 2026, and will be subject to review within the period based on prevailing market conditions and other relevant factors. “This intervention reflects government’s commitment to easing the burden on consumers while ensuring stability within...
NACOC Raids KTU Campus, Arrests 10 Students for Trafficking Cannabis-Infused Products
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has disrupted an illegal trade in narcotic-laced consumables following a coordinated intelligence-led operation at Koforidua Technical University (KTU). The swoop, carried out during the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Hall Week celebrations between Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026, led to the arrest of ten students for trafficking cannabis-infused drinks and ice creams. Among those apprehended was the suspected ringleader, 23-year-old Priscilla Tetteh, together with nine young men believed to be part of a network engaged in the production, distribution, and sale of cannabis-infused products on campus. The suspects were caught while actively trading...
NHIA, GMTF Engage Renal Patients Association
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) have held a high-level meeting with the leadership of the Renal Patients Association of Ghana to discuss ways of improving access to dialysis and renal care services nationwide. The engagement, led by NHIA Chief Executive Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe and GMTF Administrator Obuobia Darko-Opoku, was attended by Association President Baffour Kojo Ahenkorah, Secretary Noel L. G. Sah, and member Thomas Cann. Ahenkorah renewed calls for broader availability of life-saving renal treatment under the National Health Insurance Scheme, stressing the need to expand credentialed facilities and intensify public...
AMA Opens Applications for Youth Climate Action Fund Phase 2.0
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), in partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, has announced the opening of applications for the Youth Climate Action Fund Phase 2.0, aimed at supporting youth-led projects that tackle climate change and environmental challenges across the city. In a press release issued Monday, the Assembly said eligible youth groups, youth-led organisations, and youth-serving organisations can apply for microgrants ranging from US$1,000 to US$5,000 to implement practical climate interventions aligned with Accra’s climate priorities. Applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, September 15, 2026. The initiative is designed to provide young people aged 15 to 24 with financial...
Makola Market Redevelopment Set to Begin
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) and material traders at the 31st December Market in Makola have reached a consensus on relocation arrangements ahead of the market’s redevelopment, scheduled to commence in one month. Under the agreement, traders will be relocated to temporary sites at Rawlings Park and the Community Centre, with the redevelopment project expected to be completed within six months. Existing shop owners will be given the first option in the allocation of shops upon completion. The agreement was finalized during a stakeholder meeting involving the AMA, the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, the Greater Accra...
Ghana Issues New UAE Employment Visa Requirement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ghana has announced a new requirement for Ghanaian nationals seeking employment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Effective under UAE Cabinet Decision No. 1/36 of 2026 and the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship Decision No. 1/36 of 2026, all applicants for employment visas must now obtain a Good Conduct Certificate (Police Clearance Certificate). The implementation is being rolled out in two phases: First Phase — Effective 30th March 2026, applying to all worker categories applying for employment visas from Ghana. Second Phase — Effective 20th July 2026, applying to all...