Ghana has scored 43 out of 100 in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), ranking 76th out of 182 countries assessed worldwide, according to a press release issued by Transparency International (TI) Ghana. The latest score indicates that corruption remains a persistent challenge in the country, with TI Ghana noting that government anti-corruption measures are yet to make a significant impact. The organization cited weak compliance and enforcement of laws, along with limited institutional effectiveness, as continuing obstacles in the fight against corruption. The report shows Ghana’s CPI score has remained largely stagnant in recent years. After peaking at 48...
Trade Minister Pledges Policy Reforms to Boost Agribusiness
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has reaffirmed government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s agribusiness sector through policy reforms, fair competition, access to financing, and stronger enforcement mechanisms. This follows a high-level roundtable discussion with agribusiness captains and industry stakeholders held at the Ministry on Tuesday, 10th February 2026. The engagement brought together chief executives and representatives from across the agribusiness value chain—including rice, poultry, pineapple, maize, horticulture, processing, export, banking, and input supply—to deliberate on challenges confronting the sector and propose solutions to ensure sustainability, competitiveness, and growth. Opening the meeting, the Minister underscored the strategic importance of agribusiness...
Mining Indaba 2026: African Integration Demands Collective Will – Armah-Kofi Buah
Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), has called on African nations to align domestic reforms with Pan-African objectives, stressing that the continent stands on the threshold of true integration, contingent on the collective will of all stakeholders. Speaking at a policy forum during the ongoing Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026, Hon. Buah declared, “Despite our challenges, Africa stands on the threshold of true integration. Our success hinges on our collective will to align national reforms with continental goals, build institutions that transcend political cycles, and foster transparency that earns both investor confidence and...
President Convenes Emergency Cabinet Session on Cocoa Sector
President John Dramani Mahama has summoned an emergency cabinet meeting for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, to deliberate on pressing challenges confronting Ghana’s cocoa industry. The session is expected to bring together key ministers and stakeholders to address issues ranging from production shortfalls and farmer welfare to export competitiveness and sustainability. The cocoa sector, a cornerstone of Ghana’s economy, has recently faced mounting concerns over declining yields, climate impacts, and global market pressures. Government officials say the meeting underscores the administration’s recognition of cocoa as both an economic lifeline and a cultural heritage. By convening the emergency session, President Mahama...
President Mahama Reaffirms Ghana’s Commitment to Transparency Through APRM
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s dedication to transparency and good governance, declaring the country’s readiness to undergo a comprehensive peer review under the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM). Speaking after swearing in members of the newly constituted National African Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council (NAPRM-GC), the President described the APRM as a vital instrument for assessing governance reforms and guiding future interventions. “We are ready to participate fully and to lead this process,” President Mahama stated, highlighting that Ghana’s second-generation review will take place next week on the sidelines of the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia....
Government Boosts Sanitation Efforts with Major Equipment Handover
Twenty-nine Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) across the Greater Accra Region have received a significant consignment of sanitation equipment to strengthen their capacity in maintaining public health and environmental cleanliness. The distribution includes 1,600 pairs of gloves, 1,000 long brooms, 550 waste bins, 1,000 shovels, hundreds of wheelbarrows, and other essential tools. These items are expected to enhance the effectiveness of the monthly National Sanitation Day exercises and empower Environmental Health Officers to enforce cleanliness standards across communities. Speaking at the handover ceremony on behalf of the Sector Minister, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, the Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy,...
Hon. Buah Calls on Africa Finance Corporation to Mobilize Capital for Ghana and Africa’s Mineral Endowment
On the sidelines of the Investing in Africa Mining Indaba 2026, Ghana’s Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah (MP), held a strategic meeting with Mr. Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), to advance collaboration in developing Ghana’s mineral sector and mobilizing capital to unlock Africa’s long-term mineral potential. The discussions focused on accelerating priority projects in bauxite, gold, and iron ore, with emphasis on value addition, project financing, and de-risking large-scale investments. Hon. Buah highlighted Ghana’s industrialization agenda, stressing the need to align financing, infrastructure, and policy to maximize the...
Commonwealth Observer Group Meets Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Ahead of Elections
The Commonwealth Observer Group to Bangladesh, led by former Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo‑Addo, paid a courtesy call on Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss preparations for the upcoming national elections and referendum scheduled for 12 February. Discussions centered on the mandate of the Observer Group, which is tasked with assessing the conduct of the polls and ensuring that democratic standards are upheld. Officials noted that the engagement underscored the Commonwealth’s commitment to supporting credible electoral processes and fostering transparency. The Observer Group is expected to meet...
Ghana and Zambia Seal Comprehensive Partnership with Wide-Ranging Agreements
President John Dramani Mahama’s recent state visit to Zambia has ushered in a new era of cooperation between the two nations, anchored in a Comprehensive Partnership that spans governance, trade, technology, and cultural exchange. The agreements signed highlight the growing strength of Ghana-Zambia relations, rooted in the historic Nkrumah-Kaunda friendship, and promise tangible benefits for citizens of both countries. Key Outcomes of the Partnership Visa-Free Travel Nationals of Ghana and Zambia can now travel visa-free for up to 30 days, boosting tourism, business, and cultural exchange. Fintech Contracts Ghanaian and Zambian companies secured contracts worth over $50 million, expected to...
Sector Minister Inspects Cape Coast Phase II Sea Defense Project
Protecting Ghana’s 550 km coastal communities and safeguarding livelihoods from the devastating impact of sea erosion requires continuous and deliberate policy intervention, especially as rising sea levels driven by climate change continue to threaten their existence. On Monday, the Minister for Works and Housing undertook a routine working visit to the Cape Coast Phase II sea defense project to assess progress of work. The 5 km project, which commenced in September 2024, is designed to protect the thriving communities of Abakam, Brooyedur, Ekon, and Moree, as well as the vital Cape Coast–Takoradi Highway. Completion is scheduled for September 2028. The...