Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has officially declared Ghana’s first Marine Protected Area (MPA) in the Greater Cape Three Points Area, marking a major milestone in the nation’s commitment to safeguarding marine resources under its blue economy agenda. The declaration, made in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture, the Fisheries Commission, and partners including Hɛn Mpoano, covers a vital ecological zone linking more than 21 coastal communities across Ahanta West and Nzema East. Government officials emphasized that the initiative is not intended to restrict fishing activities, but rather to promote sustainable practices that allow marine ecosystems to regenerate—ensuring...
Ghana Reaffirms Non-Alignment and Pan-African Principles in Global Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has reiterated Ghana’s unwavering commitment to its longstanding foreign policy of non-alignment, Pan-Africanism, and peaceful coexistence. In a statement addressed to all media houses, the Ministry emphasized that Ghana’s principled positions on global historical and moral issues — including its stance at the United Nations on the transatlantic slave trade — remain unchanged. It reaffirmed that Ghana will continue to engage all international partners constructively and on the basis of mutual respect and national interest. “The Government of Ghana remains committed to transparency, accountability and the protection of national sovereignty in all...
Hamas Rejects Gaza Disarmament Plan, Palestinian Official Says
Hamas has rejected the disarmament plan of a top figure in President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace efforts, a senior Palestinian official familiar with the negotiations has told the BBC. He accused Nickolay Mladenov, the high representative for Gaza on the US-led Board of Peace, of bias towards Israel. Last month, Mladenov outlined a framework for Gaza’s demilitarisation as part of the second phase of the ceasefire deal agreed by Hamas and Israel in October. The official said Hamas told regional mediators that it would not engage in talks on the second phase until Israel fully implemented the terms of the...
World Meteorological Organization, ECOWAS, AGRHYMET Engage Ghana on Climate Action
Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George (MP), has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening collaboration on climate services and meteorological systems during a courtesy call by a high-level delegation from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), ECOWAS Commission, AGRHYMET Regional Climate Center, and the Ghana Meteorological Agency. The Minister described the mission as timely, stressing Ghana’s readiness to expand partnerships, build capacity, and enhance climate monitoring through digital innovation. He also highlighted the establishment of a Climate Change Secretariat to coordinate national efforts in tackling climate challenges. Leading the delegation, Dr. Dayo Guiguigbaza-Kossigan underscored Ghana’s strategic role in...
Police Launch Manhunt for Suspect in Oyibi Missing Person Case
The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for one Wisdom Tetteh in connection with the disappearance of 27-year-old Theophilus Ashitey Amarh at Oyibi. According to a statement from the Accra Regional Police Command, the victim was reported missing on April 7 after leaving home the previous day to sell his Hyundai Elantra saloon car. He had reportedly been introduced to a prospective buyer by the suspect but failed to return. Police investigations revealed that the victim was last seen at the suspect’s residence at Saasabi, where he had gone to meet the buyer. A revisit to the location on...
BoG Deputy Governor Stresses Leadership in AI-Driven Future
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has underscored leadership as the decisive factor in shaping how artificial intelligence (AI) influences business and society. Speaking at the GIMPA Business Students Association (GiBSA) Alumni Lecture Series, Mrs. Asante-Asiedu praised the theme, “Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Role of Artificial Intelligence, Industry, and Business Schools for Enterprise Development.” She noted that enterprise in the AI era will be defined not only by innovation but by responsible leadership. She urged closer collaboration between industry and academia to advance the ethical use of AI. Industry, she said, must look beyond...
IMF Forecasts Global Growth Slowdown Amid Geopolitical Strains
The International Monetary Fund has projected that global economic growth will ease to 3.1% in 2026, pointing to escalating geopolitical tensions — particularly the ongoing conflict in the Middle East — as a key drag on momentum. The forecast, contained in the Fund’s April 2026 World Economic Outlook, signals a weakening global trajectory under rising uncertainty. It represents a step down from the roughly 3.4% expansion recorded in 2024 and 2025, and falls short of the long-term average of 3.7% between 2000 and 2019. The IMF noted that the 2026 projection has been trimmed by 0.2 percentage points compared to...
Education Minister Defends Recruitment of 7,000 Teachers
Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu has justified the government’s decision to recruit 7,000 teachers, despite criticism that the figure does not fully meet the country’s educational demands. He explained that financial limitations have constrained the government’s ability to hire more teachers, even as schools across the nation face increasing pressure to expand staff. Speaking at the launch and communications briefing of the 19th edition of the eLearning Africa Conference, the Minister addressed concerns about the adequacy of the recruitment drive. “If resources were available, we should be employing and recruiting up to 50,000 teachers across the country, but due to...
Police Declare Suspect Wanted in Connection with Missing Person Case
The Accra Regional Police Command has declared Wisdom Tetteh wanted in connection with the disappearance of Theophilus Ashitey Amarh. In a statement issued by the Regional Public Affairs Unit, police revealed that investigations uncovered suspected bloodstains at the missing man’s residence, raising concerns of foul play. Intelligence gathered by the Command further suggests that the suspect may have fled to neighbouring Togo. Authorities are urging members of the public to assist in locating Tetteh. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is encouraged to report to the nearest police station or call the police emergency numbers. The Command assured the public...
“Government Committed to Stronger Social Protection” — Minister Lartey
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening social protection systems in Ghana. She made the remarks during a courtesy call by Mr. Robert S. Chase, the World Bank’s Social Policy Practice Manager for West and Central Africa, who is in the country to deepen collaboration and support Ghana’s social protection agenda. Discussions focused on advancing cooperation between Government and the World Bank, particularly in implementing key interventions under the Ghana Productive Safety Net Project 2. These include the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) cash transfer and technical support...