President John Dramani Mahama used the occasion of Ghana’s 69th Independence Day Parade to deliver a message of encouragement to the nation’s youth, affirming their central role in shaping the country’s future. “To the young people of this country, I see you, I hear you and I believe in your potential. You belong to a generation that is armed with tools and opportunities that earlier generations could hardly have imagined,” the President declared. His remarks underscored the administration’s recognition of the transformative power of Ghana’s younger generation, who are increasingly equipped with digital skills, global networks, and innovative ideas. Mahama’s...

 President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to embrace a bold transformation of governance and production as the nation marked its 69th Independence Day. Addressing the parade, the President declared that his administration’s mandate was not merely to manage challenges but to “reset our nation” by reshaping how prosperity is created and shared. Reflecting on Ghana’s historic journey, Mahama invoked the legacy of Kwame Nkrumah, noting that independence was more than political freedom. “Nkrumah did not only grant us independence; he awaken within us a sense of consciousness and a continental purpose,” the President said. He paid tribute to the...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Peru, has launched a commemorative book titled “Peru–Ghana: A Journey of Friendship and Cooperation” as part of Peru’s “Immortalizing Bilateral Relations” series. The publication, unveiled on Thursday, March 5, 2026, documents nearly four decades of diplomatic engagement between the two nations since the establishment of formal relations in 1987. The book highlights key milestones, shared values, and cooperative initiatives that have strengthened ties between Ghana and Peru. Delivering his remarks, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), described the publication as an important record...

 President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned the world’s largest calcined clay cement plant at the Tema Free Zones Enclave, describing the $110 million facility as a landmark in Ghana’s industrial revival and sustainable manufacturing drive. The plant, developed by CBI Ghana Ltd, has an annual production capacity of 1.5 million tonnes of environmentally friendly cement. It introduces limestone calcined clay technology, which cuts carbon emissions significantly while maintaining the strength required for modern construction. President Mahama said the commissioning represents more than the opening of a factory, calling it “a tangible step toward repositioning Ghana as a leading industrial hub...

 The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG), has declared a nationwide strike effective Monday, March 9, 2026, following unresolved issues raised in a prior notice of industrial action. In an official statement dated March 5, 2026, and signed by Executive Secretary Isaac Bampoe Addo, the Association directed all civil and local government staff to stay at home until further notice. The announcement follows a February 19 declaration by the National Executive Council (NEC) of CLOGSAG, signaling the intent to proceed with industrial action. The notice, addressed to key government offices and regional secretariats, emphasized unity and equal rights,...

 The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has informed Parliament that investigations into the domestic violence case involving 32-year-old Harriet Amuzu of Ofankor in the Greater Accra Region have been completed. Appearing before the House to respond to questions on the matter, Hon. Lartey disclosed that the suspect has been formally charged with multiple offences and that the case is now progressing through the courts. She noted that the next hearing has been scheduled for March 17, 2026. The Minister assured Members of Parliament that her Ministry continues to provide support to the victim,...