Motorists should brace for higher fuel prices starting Thursday, July 16, 2026, as oil marketing companies prepare to raise pump prices. According to the latest industry pricing outlook from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), petrol, diesel and LPG are all expected to see price increases during the second pricing window in July. The increase comes after earlier projections suggested fuel prices could decline, supported by the cedi’s relative stability and moderate movements in international petroleum prices over the past two weeks. Price Breakdown Data from COMAC indicate that petrol prices are expected to increase by between 3.79% and...
MPs Debate 24‑Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme
Members of Parliament have engaged in a spirited debate on the government’s flagship 24‑Hour Economy and the Accelerated Export Development Programme, underscoring its potential to transform Ghana into a productive, export‑oriented industrial economy. Presenting the joint Committee Report, Chairman of the Committee on Economy and Development, Hon. Eric Afful, explained that the programme adopts an integrated value chain approach, linking agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, financing, and skills development. He described it as a viable pathway for boosting productivity and positioning Ghana competitively in global markets. Hon. Afful emphasized that effective implementation of the programme could enhance domestic production, improve foreign exchange...
Bank of Ghana Revokes Zeepay Licence Over Regulatory Breaches
The Bank of Ghana has revoked the Dedicated Electronic Money Issuer (DEMI) licence of Zeepay Ghana Ltd, citing multiple regulatory breaches and failure to comply with directives. In a public notice signed by the Secretary of the Bank, Aimee Vyda Quashie, the central bank announced that the revocation took effect on July 14, 2026. The decision follows findings that Zeepay issued electronic money without corresponding cash backing and failed to adhere to the terms of its licence and directives issued by the regulator. The Bank of Ghana assured affected wallet holders that measures are in place to safeguard their interests...
Speaker Bagbin Warns Democracy is “Backsliding” — Says Money is Killing Politics in Africa
The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has sounded a warning that democracy across Africa is “backsliding” under the weight of money‑driven politics. Delivering remarks at the High‑Level Regional Convening on the Financialisation of Politics in Africa, held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, the Speaker cautioned that when money becomes the primary measure of political success, public office ceases to be a “public trust” and instead becomes “an investment to be recovered.” He lamented that opaque campaign financing, vote buying, and state capture are eroding public trust and alienating citizens from the democratic process. Bagbin...
Parliament Adopts Auditor‑General’s Report on Mining, Stadia and GETFund
Parliament has adopted the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) report on the Auditor‑General’s follow‑up performance audit covering small‑scale mining regulation, the sustainability of sports stadia, and the administration of GETFund scholarships. Presenting the report, PAC Chairperson Hon. Abena Osei Asare noted that while many recommendations from the 2019 performance audit have been implemented, some remain partially addressed or outstanding. She urged the House to adopt the report and its recommendations to strengthen accountability and improve public sector performance. The adoption of the report underscores Parliament’s commitment to ensuring that critical sectors such as mining, sports infrastructure, and educational funding are managed...
Parliament Adopts Auditor‑General’s Report on Fertilizer Supply
Parliament has adopted the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) report on the Auditor‑General’s performance audit into the availability and accessibility of fertilizer for smallholder farmers in Ghana. Presenting the motion, PAC Chairperson Hon. Abena Osei Asare underscored that while fertilizer remains a critical input for boosting agricultural productivity, its supply to smallholder farmers has often been untimely and inadequate due to challenges of availability and accessibility. The Committee commended the Ministry of Food and Agriculture for its initiative to assess and incorporate fertilizer requirements for different ecological zones and crop types into national planning processes. However, it observed that the Ministry...
Climate Centre of Excellence Engages Speaker on Shea Project
The Ghana Climate Centre of Excellence, led by its founder and CEO, Chauncia Wilis‑Johnson, has paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin. The delegation briefed the Speaker on key initiatives of the organisation, with particular emphasis on a transformative shea and neem project aimed at empowering rural women and promoting climate resilience. The initiative integrates sustainable shea harvesting practices with carbon sequestration efforts, designed to enhance livelihoods while safeguarding Ghana’s fragile savannah ecosystems. Commending the Centre’s innovative approach, the Speaker described the shea project as a model for inclusive development, noting its...
Several Hospitals Outsourced Maintenance Services At High Cost — PAC
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has revealed that several teaching hospitals outsourced maintenance services at significant cost due to limited in‑house capacity, inadequate tools, and weak logistical support for Biomedical Engineering Units. Chairperson of the Committee, Hon. Abena Osei Asare, disclosed this to Parliament when she moved a motion for the adoption of the Auditor‑General’s performance audit report on the procurement and maintenance of medical equipment in teaching hospitals. The Committee observed that while outsourcing has become necessary in the short term, models adopted by the University of Ghana Medical Centre and Eura Care4 demonstrate that capital‑intensive equipment can be...
Finance Minister to Present Mid‑Year Budget Review on July 23
The Minister for Finance, Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, is scheduled to present the 2026 Mid‑Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The announcement was made by the Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. George Kweku Ricketts‑Hagan, when he presented the Business Statement for the week ending Friday, July 17, 2026. He noted that the presentation will provide an update on Ghana’s fiscal performance and outline measures to sustain economic stability in the second half of the year. In addition to the Finance Minister’s appearance, five Ministers of State and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana are expected to...
Parliament Mourns Passing of Dagbon Overlord, Yaa‑Naa Mahama Abukari II
The Parliamentary Service has announced with deep sorrow the passing of His Royal Majesty, Yaa‑Naa Mahama Abukari II, the 41st Overlord of the Dagbon Kingdom and President of the Northern Regional House of Chiefs. He died on Saturday, July 11, 2026. In a statement issued from Parliament House, Accra, the Service extended condolences to the Gbewa Palace, the Dagbon Traditional Council, the royal family, and the people of Dagbon. The release described the late King as a unifying figure whose reign restored peace and cohesion to Dagbon after years of division. Yaa‑Naa Abukari II ascended the Yendi skin on January...