Hon. James Gyakye Quayson, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Member of Parliament for Assin‑North, has held bilateral talks with Serbia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Marko Đurić, at the Ministry in Belgrade as part of a three‑day working visit. During the meeting, Hon. Quayson conveyed fraternal greetings from Ghana’s President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, and Foreign Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP). He recalled the historic ties between Ghana and Serbia, rooted in the visionary leadership of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and President Josip Broz Tito, founding fathers of the Non‑Aligned Movement (NAM). The Deputy Minister reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to...
AU Extraordinary Summit in Accra Confronts Africa’s Health Challenges
A high‑stakes dialogue on the future of healthcare in Africa is underway in Accra, where leaders have gathered for the African Union Extraordinary Summit focused on ending AIDS and tuberculosis, reducing preventable maternal deaths, and strengthening health systems across the continent. Set against the lessons of the COVID‑19 pandemic and mounting pressure on fragile systems, the summit is centering on practical solutions — from local pharmaceutical manufacturing to community‑driven primary healthcare — as Africa pushes to meet its 2030 health targets. Speaking at the ministerial session, Ghana’s Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, declared that “the time for measured...
President Mahama Meets Wisconsin Governor on Trade Mission
President John Dramani Mahama today held talks with Governor Tony Evers of Wisconsin State, USA, at the Jubilee House, as part of the Governor’s trade mission to Accra. The visit underscores growing international confidence in Ghana’s economy following the successful completion of the IMF programme. President Mahama used the occasion to outline key government initiatives, including the 24‑Hour Economy programme and the newly established Accelerated Export Development Advisory Committee, both designed to position Ghana as a competitive, export‑driven economy. The President also expressed keen interest in exploring agricultural partnerships and wider business opportunities with Wisconsin State. Governor Evers, who is...
AMA Outdoors Two New Compactor Trucks to Boost Waste Collection in Accra
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has commissioned two new refuse compactor trucks to strengthen waste collection and sanitation services across the metropolis. The trucks, acquired at a cost of approximately GH¢2.4 million, were unveiled at a ceremony at the AMA office by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim. Each six‑wheel‑drive, rear‑loading compactor has a carrying capacity of about 20 cubic metres, a compaction ratio of 3:1 to 4:1, and a payload capacity of between 9,500 and 10,000 kilogrammes. They are equipped with manual, electric, and wireless remote‑control operating systems. Hon. Ibrahim commended Mayor Michael...
Local Government Minister Endorses AMA’s Sanitation Hotline Initiative
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has thrown his weight behind the Accra Metropolitan Assembly’s (AMA) new sanitation reporting platform, urging residents to actively participate in efforts to keep the capital clean. The initiative, dubbed “See Something, Say Something,” allows members of the public to submit photographs and videos of illegal dumping and other sanitation offences through a dedicated WhatsApp line — 0544 914 628. Speaking at the commissioning of two new refuse compactor trucks procured by the AMA, Hon. Ibrahim encouraged residents to report incidents of refuse being dumped into drains, on roads,...
U.S. Funding Cuts Have Gutted Global AIDS Program, Report finds
Cuts to a major U.S.-funded AIDS program have forced clinics to close, staff to lose their jobs, and HIV services to collapse across dozens of countries, according to a report released Tuesday. The report was produced by amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research. It examines the fallout from disruptions to PEPFAR, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Launched in 2003, PEPFAR is credited with saving at least 26 million lives. Last year, the program was hit hard when the Trump administration dismantled the U.S. Agency for International Development and cut thousands of global health grants. “The disruptions were very...
Black Stars Rise in FIFA Rankings
Ghana’s Black Stars have recorded a notable leap in the latest FIFA/Coca‑Cola Men’s World Ranking, climbing eight places after their participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The national team now sits at 65th globally, up from 73rd in the previous list released before the tournament. According to FIFA, the new ranking published on July 20 reflects the impact of Ghana’s campaign on the world stage. The improved standing also places the Black Stars among Africa’s higher‑ranked sides, offering a morale boost following their return to the World Cup. This progress comes despite Ghana’s exit at the Round of 32,...
OSP Clarifies Legal Proceedings Against Ofori‑Atta, Reaffirms Fugitive Status
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has issued a public notice clarifying its position on legal proceedings involving Mr. Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori‑Atta, following reports circulating in the media about a transcript from a United States immigration court. The OSP stressed that immigration hearings in the U.S. do not determine the credibility of criminal charges pending against Mr. Ofori‑Atta in Ghana. It explained that its involvement relates strictly to extradition proceedings through the Attorney‑General, not immigration matters. The notice outlined three distinct processes: U.S. immigration proceedings, which concern Mr. Ofori‑Atta’s residency status. Extradition proceedings in the U.S., which would...
Health Ministry Dismisses False Ebola Reports, Urges Calm
The Ministry of Health has refuted claims circulating on social media alleging that Ghana has recorded thousands of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) cases. A statement issued by the Public Relations Unit described the reports, attributed to SABC, as “false, misleading, and should be disregarded.” The publication had claimed that Ghana’s Ebola cases had risen to 2,300 with 930 deaths. The Ministry stressed that Ghana has not recorded any Ebola cases. It explained that recent visits by the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to points of entry, laboratories, and treatment facilities formed part of routine preparedness measures, not evidence...
President Mahama Hosts AU Extraordinary Summit on Universal Health Coverage in Accra
President John Dramani Mahama is hosting the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Summit on Universal Health Coverage and Ending AIDS in Accra from July 21 to 22, 2026, reaffirming Ghana’s leadership in advancing health equity across the continent. The summit, themed “Advancing Justice, Equity and Universal Health Coverage: Ending AIDS, TB, Improving Maternal Health, Addressing Endemic Non‑Communicable and Neglected Tropical Diseases and Conditions in Africa”, has drawn African Heads of State and Government, Ministers of Health, Finance and Foreign Affairs, the AU Commission, Regional Economic Communities, development partners, civil society organizations, youth representatives, and private sector actors. The two‑day programme opened...