In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, was granted rare access to a highly fortified Ukrainian security camp where prisoners of war are being detained. The visit marks the first time an African Foreign Minister has been allowed into such a facility. During his mission, Mr. Ablakwa met with two Ghanaian nationals currently held as prisoners of war. He expressed gratitude to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha for approving his unusual request, noting that the gesture underscored the cordial relations between Ghana and Ukraine. “I can confirm that our citizens are...
Foreign Affairs Minister Meets President Zelenskyy in Ukraine
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, was graciously hosted by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv. Our discussions were fruitful, focusing on Ghana’s humanitarian appeal for the release of two of our citizens currently held as prisoners of war in Ukraine. Minister Ablakwa expressed optimism that negotiations will be successful. We also explored how Ghana and Ukraine can work together to combat trafficking networks that lure vulnerable African youth into the ongoing conflict. On behalf of President John Mahama and the Government of Ghana, Minister Ablakwa conveyed deep gratitude to President Zelenskyy for ensuring that the rights of our citizens...
Ghana to Launch Landmark Early Childhood Care and Development Policy
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), in collaboration with UNICEF and other partners, will officially launch Ghana’s new Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Policy, 2025 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in Accra. The policy marks a major milestone in Ghana’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of children from conception to age eight. It emphasizes strategic investments in health, nutrition, early learning, responsive caregiving, and child protection, with the goal of reducing child and maternal mortality, tackling malnutrition, preventing educational setbacks, and combating child abuse and poverty. According to the Ministry, the ECCD Policy builds...
Ghana Unveils Bold Reserve Accumulation Policy to Safeguard Economy
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, has outlined a comprehensive risk management framework under the newly approved Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP), describing it as a historic step toward securing the nation’s economic future. Speaking in Parliament, the Minister emphasized that the government will adopt a proactive approach to managing risks associated with mining and reserve accumulation. He detailed measures to address: Price risks through hedging mechanisms and diversified trading models. Production risks by modernizing mining technology and diversifying production sites. Governance risks with independent audits and enhanced transparency. Environmental and social risks via stricter enforcement of anti-illegal...
Ghana Charts Path to Economic Resilience with New Reserve Policy
Ghana’s government has announced a bold new policy aimed at strengthening the nation’s economic resilience, following what officials describe as a decisive turnaround in macroeconomic performance over the past year. Presenting the statement before Parliament, the Minister highlighted that Ghana’s economy rebounded strongly in 2025 after the turbulence of the 2022–2023 crisis. Key indicators underscored the recovery: real GDP growth averaged 6.1% in the first three quarters of 2025, inflation fell from 23.8% in 2024 to 3.8% in January 2026, and interest rates dropped sharply, with the 91-day Treasury bill declining from 27.7% at the end of 2024 to 6.4%...
Police Seize Over GHS 1.4 Million Worth of Suspected Cannabis in Oti Region
The Ghana Police Service has announced the retrieval of a massive haul of suspected cannabis concealed in a truck intercepted late last year in the Oti Region. According to a statement from the Regional Headquarters in Dambai, officers stopped a Volvo truck with registration number GC 3522-09 at the Bonakye checkpoint on December 29, 2025, following intelligence reports that it was transporting illegal goods. The driver and another occupant fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle. On February 24, 2026, the Jasikan Circuit Court, presided over by His Honour Lambert Y. Kerieba, granted an order for the truck to be opened...
Minister Convenes Stakeholder Meeting on Future of Ghana’s DTT Platform
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has convened a high-level stakeholder meeting to deliberate on the future of Ghana’s Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) platform. The meeting brought together key players in the broadcasting industry to discuss strategies for ensuring the long-term sustainability of the platform, which the Minister described as the backbone of Ghana’s digital broadcasting with the widest national reach. Hon. George emphasized the importance of collaboration, assuring stakeholders that no final decisions would be taken without broad consultation. Issues discussed included operational costs, quality of service, network stability, and infrastructure utilization. As...
OSP Refutes Reports of Court Clearance in MIIF Corruption Probe
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has dismissed media reports suggesting that businessman Nana Yaw Duodu, popularly known as Dr. Sledge of Godridge Ghana Limited, has been cleared of corruption charges by a court. In a statement issued yesterday, the OSP clarified that no criminal charges have been filed against Dr. Sledge, and therefore no court has ruled on his guilt or innocence. The office emphasized that investigations into the operations of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) between 2020 and 2024 remain ongoing. The probe, which involves approximately USD 94 million, has already led to the freezing of...
Government Approves Payment of Gratuity Arrears for Retired Soldiers
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced that government has approved and will begin payment of gratuity arrears owed to retired military personnel under Constitutional Instrument (CI) 129. According to a statement issued by the Department of Public Relations at Burma Camp, the decision follows extensive consultations between the Military High Command, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Defence to resolve a five-year impasse over the gratuity formula. The approved roadmap provides for a phased two-year implementation, with payments scheduled in four instalments between February 2026 and December 2027. The first tranche is expected to be released by...
No Indisciplined Students Will Be Pampered – Education Ministry warns
The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has warned that students who engage in indiscipline will not be tolerated in schools. Speaking at the Ministry of Education and National Teaching Council Ghana Teacher Prize sponsors’ appreciation breakfast in Accra, Dr. Apaak emphasised the government’s commitment to maintaining a safe and conducive environment for teaching and learning. “No indisciplined students will be pampered,” he stated, stressing that disruptive behaviour will not be allowed to undermine the educational process. While acknowledging that the majority of students are focused on their studies, Dr. Apaak noted that a few individuals could threaten the...