The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, and the Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, are reported to be in stable condition following a traffic accident on the Bolgatanga-Tumu Road on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The incident occurred while the ministers and their entourages were en route to official duties in the Upper West Region. A statement issued by Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Education Minister, confirmed that all members of the convoy are stable and receiving appropriate medical care. The ministers were travelling to participate in the 40th Anniversary celebrations of Tumu College of Education...
Finance Minister Unveils Cocoa Sector Reforms
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced sweeping reforms in Ghana’s cocoa sector aimed at ensuring financial viability and long-term sustainability. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, February 12, Dr. Forson disclosed that Cabinet has approved measures to guarantee fair prices for farmers and strengthen the operations of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). Among the key decisions is the immediate payment of all outstanding arrears owed to cocoa farmers. Dr. Forson emphasized that this directive is intended to bring relief to farmers who have endured months of financial strain. He further revealed that a new COCOBOD Bill will...
Ghana Tourism Authority Launches 2026 National Chocolate Month
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has officially launched the 2026 edition of National Chocolate Month at the Nationalism Park in Accra, marking the start of a month-long celebration of Ghana’s cocoa heritage and chocolate excellence. The initiative, which has become a flagship event on Ghana’s cultural calendar, is designed to promote local consumption of chocolate and cocoa-based products while highlighting the country’s global reputation as a leading cocoa producer. National Chocolate Month will feature a series of activities across the country, including exhibitions, tastings, educational campaigns, and tourism events aimed at showcasing the economic, cultural, and health benefits of cocoa....
Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Receives Nuclear Power Ghana Delegation
The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable James Gyakye Quayson (MP), on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, received a delegation from Nuclear Power Ghana led by Executive Chief Director, Dr. Stephen Yamoah. The delegation briefed the Deputy Minister on progress made toward harnessing nuclear energy for peaceful and civil purposes to boost Ghana’s energy production. Updates included site assessments, community engagement, vendor technology selection, capacity building, infrastructure development, and regulatory compliance to ensure safety. Plans were also outlined for grid integration and regional power export through the West African Power Pool (WAPP), positioning Ghana as a potential regional leader in nuclear...
Cabinet Convenes Emergency Session on Cocoa Sector Challenges
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Cabinet held an emergency meeting to deliberate on pressing developments in Ghana’s cocoa sector. The session examined historical and systemic challenges confronting the industry and adopted key decisions to safeguard the livelihoods of farmers and protect national revenue. The meeting reviewed the 2025/26 cocoa season, which began in August 2025 with a producer price of GH¢51,660 per tonne. This figure was calculated as 70 percent of the Gross Free on Board (FOB) price of US$7,200 per tonne, using an exchange rate of GH¢10.25 to the US dollar. However, on October 1, 2025, Côte d’Ivoire announced...
Education Minister Opens Global Quantum Science Closing Ceremony in Accra
Ghana’s Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has officially opened the Global Closing Ceremony of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025) in Accra. In his address, the Minister stressed that science, knowledge, and innovation remain central to human progress. He noted that quantum tools are already being applied in agriculture—enhancing soil and water monitoring and improving climate forecasting—developments that are strengthening food security in Ghana and other countries. Hon. Iddrisu further highlighted Africa’s growing role in the global scientific frontier, emphasizing that African talent and intellectual contributions are vital to both present and future advances in quantum...
IEA Survey Ranks Unemployment as Ghana’s Top National Challenge
A recent survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has highlighted unemployment as the most urgent challenge facing the administration of President John Mahama. The findings show that respondents placed economic and governance issues at the top of national concerns, with joblessness and illegal mining (galamsey) dominating the list. “Nearly half of respondents (46%) identify unemployment as the most pressing national issue, making joblessness the most frequently mentioned concern. This highlights the central role of employment in public perceptions of national well-being,” the report stated. Illegal mining followed as the second most pressing issue, cited by 30 percent of...
NACOC Opens Licensing for Medicinal and Industrial Cannabis Cultivation in Ghana
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has announced the commencement of licensing for the cultivation of medicinal and industrial cannabis in Ghana, following parliamentary approval of a regulatory and cost framework. In a press statement dated 11 February 2026, NACOC confirmed that the licensing regime will apply strictly to cannabis with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content not exceeding 0.3 percent. The initiative is aimed at supporting lawful innovation and industrial development while safeguarding public health and safety. Entities seeking licenses must meet stringent requirements, including robust security protocols, product traceability systems, quality assurance standards, and full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. NACOC...
IEA Survey: Majority Endorse Mahama’s Leadership, But Rising Costs Dominate Concerns
A nationwide survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) indicates that President John Dramani Mahama continues to enjoy strong public backing one year into his tenure, with 68 percent of Ghanaians endorsing his performance. The poll, conducted in December 2025 among more than 1,000 respondents across all regions, found that 22 percent disapprove of the President’s work, while 10 percent offered no opinion. In a press release dated February 11, 2026, the IEA noted that the high approval rating reflects Mahama’s ability to sustain broad support despite persistent economic challenges. “Public support for President John Mahama is high, with...
Baptist Medical Centre Partners with Ghana Medical Trust Fund to Strengthen Healthcare in North-East Region
The Baptist Medical Centre has pledged its strongest commitment yet to partner with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) in delivering critical healthcare support to patients battling chronic non-communicable diseases. Hospital management emphasized that with modest assistance from GMTF — particularly in retooling and advanced training for medical staff — the facility would be better positioned to fully support the Fund’s life-saving interventions. As the main referral hospital in the North-East Region, the Baptist Medical Centre plays a vital role in healthcare delivery, serving not only residents of the region but also patients from neighboring regions and countries bordering Ghana...