CFF-Ghana calls for immediate national intervention in Nkwan...

The Community Focus Foundation Ghana (CFF-Ghana) has expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The organisation is urging the government to take immediate action to prevent further...

President of Pure Earth to lead high-level delegation to Ghana

The President and CEO of Pure Earth, along with implementing partners and funding advisors, are scheduled to visit Ghana from 8th to 14th July 2025. Mr. Andrew McCartor, President and CEO of Pure Earth, will be joined by Ms. Nida Parks, Chief of...

Ghana generated $4.8b from 1.2 million arriving tourists in 2024

Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto Ghana generated the highest revenue in tourism history in 2024, as the number of arriving tourists exceeded 1.2 million, earning the country a record $4.8 million. In the last week, the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA)...

Education Minister to lay Scholarship Authority Bill before Parliament

By Iddi Yire Koforidua, July 6, GNA – The Government will next week place before Parliament the Scholarship Authority Bill, as part of efforts to deal with nepotism and cronyism in the award of scholarship. Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Education...

U.S. Embassy in Accra celebrates 249th independence anniversary

The United States Embassy in Accra on Thursday held a ceremony to mark the 249th anniver­sary of U.S. Inde­pendence, highlighting the strong and enduring partnership between the United States and Ghana. The event which brought to­gether senior...

Reconstituted Peace Council Board urged to deepen mediation role

The reconstituted Governing Board of the National Peace Council has been tasked to build on its role in preserving national peace, especially after its commendable mediation during the 2024 general elections. At an orientation held in Accra on...

Proposal seeks to attract African diaspora through immigration reform

Namibian youth leader Sem David Imbodi has submitted a detailed policy proposal to the justice and labour relations ministry, recommending the creation of a legal framework to support the return, integration and recognition of people of African...

With PM Modi’s Ghana visit, India challenges China’s dominance in Africa

When Prime Minister Narendra Modi stepped off his plane onto Ghanaian soil last week, it marked more than just a diplomatic handshake — it was history brushing off the dust and preparing to rewrite itself. This is the first prime ministerial visit...

Police Rescue 19 Ghanaians From Alleged Trafficking Scheme In Oyo

The Oyo State Police Command has rescued 19 young Ghanaian nationals from an alleged trafficking operation following a targeted intervention in Ibadan. In a statement released on Sunday, the command’s spokesperson, Adewale Osifeso, confirmed that...

Here are Ghana's top 10 most visited tourist attractions in 2024, according to GTA report

The 2024 Tourism Report by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) revealed that Ghana welcomed 1,288,804 international visitors in 2024, representing a 12% year-on-year increase as the country maintained its status as one of West Africa's top travel...

New Pilot project set to boost Ghanaian skills for German labour market

By Jibril Abdul Mumuni Accra, July 7, GNA – A new pilot project, spearheaded by the Ghana European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development, is set to provide opportunities for young Ghanaians seeking employment in Germany. The pilot project...

Beyond the Numbers: Why Ghana’s polling culture must embrace transparency

Islamic cleric urges President Mahama to embrace Islam

Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abdul Malik Maiga, has called on President John Mahama to consider embracing Islam as a way to deepen his spiritual connection with Allah and to continue benefiting from divine favor. According to him, the Almighty Allah...

Govt to put 16,000 services online in major Ghana.gov revamp

The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced that 16,000 government services will be moved onto the Ghana.gov platform as part of efforts to modernise public service delivery. He explained...

200,000 Children in Ghana have uncorrected refractive errors — Dr Agyemfra

More than 200,000 children in Ghana suffer from uncorrected refractive errors, a leading cause of visual impairment, with one in four schoolchildren requiring vision correction. A Chief Optometrist at the Trust Hospital in Accra, Dr Naa Kowah...

Climate Change ignorance puts rural Ghana at risk

“What you don’t know won’t kill you” is a common Ghanaian adage. But when it comes to climate change, ignorance is proving not only dangerous, but also deadly. Across the country, there are signs of avoidable man-made climatic conditions that are...

Oyo Police Rescue 19 Ghanaians from Traffickers

By OLA MODUPE, Ibadan – Oyo State Police Command has rescued 19 Ghanaian victims of alleged human trafficking through a targeted operation. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Adewale Osifeso, revealed that the victims, comprising 14 men and five...

Latif Abubakar launches ‘Sim Majorley’ in collaboration with Korean Embassy

By Rebecca Ampah A new chapter in Ghana-Korea cultural relations has opened with the launch of Sim Majorley, a Ghanaian stage adaptation of one of Korea’s most revered folk tales, The Story of Sim Cheong. The play was unveiled at the Embassy of...

Zenith Bank CSR shines through continuous investment in education

Divisional Head of Zenith Bank, James Wiafe Akenten (left) with the Minister for Education, Honourable Haruna Iddrisu (middle) presenting the cash prize to David Nii Commey Ankrah from Hope College (right). Zenith Bank (Ghana) Ltd has deepened its...

IMF appoints Dr. Adrian Alter as new Resident Representative to Ghana

IMF appoints Dr. Adrian Alter as new Resident Representative for Ghana The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has appointed a Senior Economist with the Fund, Dr. Adrian Alter as the new Resident Representative to Ghana. Dr. Alter is expected to...