Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has commissioned the Pognaa Piirima Maaluma ICT Centre in Sankana, Nadowli-Kaleo District, as part of activities marking the Kalibi Ganlaa Festival. The newly established facility is expected to expand digital access in the community by providing schoolchildren and residents with shared access to computers, reliable internet connectivity, digital learning resources, as well as training and technical support services. Speaking at the commissioning, the Vice President underscored the transformative role of technology in modern society. She noted that access to digital tools creates pathways to knowledge, broadens opportunities, and strengthens economic participation. “Digitally connected communities are...
President Mahama Launches Ghana’s National AI Strategy
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy, setting out a bold vision to position the country as a leading AI hub in West Africa and across the continent. Speaking at the launch, the President stressed that the defining question for Ghana is not whether AI will shape the future, but how the nation will harness it in line with its values, priorities, and development aspirations. He underscored Government’s commitment to preparing Ghanaians to lead in the era of technological transformation, rather than be displaced by it. Highlighting a people-centred approach, President Mahama announced plans to...
November 2027 Set for Completion of La General Hospital Project
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence that the reconstruction of the La General Hospital will be completed and ready for commissioning by November 2027, following an inspection of the project site. Accompanied by the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the President commended contractors and workers for the steady progress made so far, while urging them to maintain momentum to meet the deadline. He noted that the hospital’s closure had placed significant strain on nearby facilities, making its completion critical to restoring healthcare access in the La area. President Mahama also outlined plans to repurpose the COVID-era emergency...
Big Push Update: Kasoa-Winneba Road Project Nears Completion
Motorists plying the Kasoa-Winneba road are set to experience significant relief as paved sections of the stretch are scheduled to open to traffic within the next month. The entire project remains on track for completion by the end of this year. President John Dramani Mahama, who inspected the project yesterday, expressed satisfaction with the progress of work. “I understand the frustrations faced by commuters, but help is on the way. The contractor is doing good work, and we expect the project to be completed by December or, at the latest, the first quarter of next year,” he assured. Government officials...
MiDA CEO Strengthens Collaboration with Gender Ministry on Equality Compliance
The Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Development Authority (MiDA), Alex Mould, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, to deepen collaboration on gender mainstreaming and compliance. The engagement underscored MiDA’s commitment to promoting gender equality and provided an opportunity for both institutions to explore ways of strengthening partnerships and aligning institutional efforts with national gender priorities. Speaking during the meeting, Mr. Mould emphasized that MiDA places high importance on gender inclusion and is intentional about ensuring its operations reflect gender-responsive practices. “We take gender issues seriously and...
Ghana has potential to become ‘country of champions’ – Carlos Queiroz
Carlos Queiroz has tipped Ghana to become a “country of champions” following his unveiling as coach of the Ghana national football team. Queiroz was officially presented to the public on Thursday, April 23, having been hired for the next four months until after the World Cup. The experienced coach, who has less than 50 days until the global showpiece, is tasked with stabilising the team after four successive defeats under his predecessor Otto Addo. Ghana have been drawn in Group L for the World Cup, where they will face England, Croatia and Panama. “In this moment, I have to put...
Ghana Summons South African Envoy Over Xenophobic Incidents
The Government of Ghana has summoned the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa in Accra, Mr. Thando Dalamba, following reports of xenophobic attacks and harassment of foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, in South Africa. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday, April 23, 2026, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, expressed deep concern over viral videos showing acts of intimidation against foreign residents. He cited a recent incident in KwaZulu-Natal Province where a Ghanaian national, a legal resident, was confronted and told to “fix his country” before being asked to leave South Africa....
Ghana Health Service Marks World Malaria Day with Renewed Elimination Agenda
The Ghana Health Service (GHS), through the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), has reaffirmed its commitment to ending malaria in Ghana, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges at a press briefing held in Accra to mark this year’s World Malaria Day. Speaking on behalf of the Director-General, the Director of Public Health, Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, noted that sustained interventions have significantly reduced malaria cases and deaths nationwide. He cautioned, however, that malaria remains a major public health concern, particularly among children under five and pregnant women. Dr. Asiedu-Bekoe underscored the 2026 global theme, “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can....
President Mahama Reaffirms Inclusive Development Agenda
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to inclusive and balanced national development following a high-level engagement with the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs, led by Nene Sakite II. Addressing the delegation, the President outlined steady economic progress, citing improved macroeconomic stability, declining inflation, a strengthening currency, and Ghana’s ability to meet its debt obligations despite global shocks. He disclosed ongoing efforts to operationalize the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences (UEAS) at Bunso, alongside strategic investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and local governance. President Mahama highlighted the uncapping of the District Assembly Common Fund as a key policy...
Interior Minister Receives New Chinese Ambassador
The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mubarak, yesterday welcomed the newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Cong Song, during a courtesy call at his office in Accra. The visit reaffirmed the enduring commitment of the People’s Republic of China to deepening bilateral relations and strengthening strategic cooperation with Ghana. In their discussions, Ambassador Cong Song highlighted the critical role of the Ministry of the Interior in safeguarding peace, stability, and public order. He pledged the Embassy’s readiness to enhance diplomatic engagement and expand economic collaboration between the two nations. On law enforcement and regulatory compliance, the Ambassador stressed...