The Wa East MP and Chairman of Parliament’s Food and Agriculture Committee, Dr Godfred Seidu Jasaw has called for the establishment of a National Agriculture Development Fund to strengthen agricultural financing, improve climate resilience and ensure that resources reach farmers and communities exposed to climate-related risks.
Uber has won its legal push to dismiss a hefty damages case brought against it in London. The action, worth around 340 million pounds, was filed by thousands of London black cab drivers together with two former private hire firms. The drivers argued that Uber's rise in the capital sapped their earnings and did lasting damage to the traditional taxi trade. They had hoped the courts would award them a collective payout for those losses. Uber instead asked for the case to be thrown out before it got going, and the bid succeeded. The company has seen plenty of litigation in Britain over the years, so a straightforward win counts as rare good news in its legal department. For the cabbies, a route to compensation that took years to build now appears to be shut.
The Ghana Education Service has scheduled its Teachers' Promotion Examinations for November 2 to 4, 2026. Candidates in six rank categories will write the papers according to a designated timetable released by the Service. GES has also spelled out the examination formats and the syllabus that teachers should cover before the tests. The notice details the identification requirements candidates must satisfy at their examination centres. Venues have been mapped out nationwide so teachers can sit the papers in the area assigned to them. Teachers aiming for promotion have been told to check the timetable and syllabus well before the November dates. The early release leaves candidates with a long runway to prepare for an exam that shapes their career progression in the Service.
Daasebre Osei Bonsu III, Paramount Chief of Asante Mampong, has cautioned against illegal mining and improper sand winning around Mampong Akrofonso. He warned that unchecked digging for gold and sand could strip the community of the land it farms and the water bodies it depends on. The chief framed the protection of these resources as a condition for sustainable development in the area. Galamsey has already damaged rivers and weakened farmland in many parts of Ghana, which has pushed traditional authorities to speak out where enforcement has fallen short. At Akrofonso, the fear is that unregulated extraction will leave residents with degraded land and unsafe water in exchange for short-term gains. Daasebre Osei Bonsu III asked that the community's lands and water be preserved for the people who will live there after this generation. His warning places him among the traditional leaders who have taken a firm line against destructive mining.
Member of Parliament for Salaga South and Vice-Chairperson of Parliament’s Gender, Children and Social Welfare Committee, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, has described Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) as a “big crime scene” following allegations of sexual abuse involving the school’s headteacher.
The General Secretary of the National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations, Gapson Kofi Raphael, has called for legal action against persons implicated in the alleged sexual abuse of students at Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) and those suspected of covering up the incidents.
Comedian Jeneral Ntatia has opened up about the painful loss of his father, revealing how the experience transformed his life and thrust him into the difficult reality of carrying family responsibilities as the firstborn son. The comedian became emotional as he recounted the events surrounding his father’s death, describing how a day that began with […]
Ghanaians can now order Acts of Parliament, copies of the Constitution and other official publications online and have them delivered to their locations without travelling to Accra. The service follows the introduction of an online bookshop by the Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) to improve public access to government publications. Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Monday, October 19, 2026, GPCL Managing Director, Nana Kwasi Boatey, Esq., said the initiative was designed to address the difficulties people face in obtaining copies of Ghana’s laws. He explained that people living outside Accra often had to travel long distances to purchase Acts of Parliament and other publications, sometimes spending more on transportation than on the documents themselves.
The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation has signed a 28-billion-dollar investment agreement with an international investment consortium to build Phase 2 of the Petroleum Hub Project at Jomoro in the Western Region, a major boost to the government’s 24-Hour Economy programme. The project, which is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2027, will be […]
A raging fire has engulfed multiple container structures, a mechanic shop, welding shops and five vehicles in the Cable and Wireless area of Darkuman in Accra, according to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).
Weija Gbawe Municipal Hospital’s maiden Nurses’ and Midwives’ Belting Ceremony offers Ghana an important opportunity to rethink professional recognition, leadership accountability and the future of nursing.
The Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) has introduced an online verification system to help individuals and institutions confirm the authenticity of gazettes and curb the circulation of fake documents. The system allows the public to check whether a gazette is genuine without having to visit the company's offices. Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Monday, October 19, 2026, GPCL Managing Director, Nana Kwasi Boatey, Esq., said the initiative forms part of efforts to address the problem of fake gazettes. He said the company had already taken steps to tackle the issue, but the new online system would make it easier for the public to distinguish genuine publications from fraudulent ones.
The Member of Parliament for Salaga South has questioned why the headteacher of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), who has been accused of sexually abusing students, has not been arrested despite reports of alleged abuse.
The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) is targeting the commercialisation of pentane and isopentane recovered from its gas processing operations by the end of 2026, in a move expected to reduce gas flaring and generate additional revenue. The company’s Chief Executive Officer, Judith Adjobah Blay, says studies have been completed to determine the available […]
Former Finance Minister and Economic Adviser to the President, John Mahama, Seth Terkper, has called for stronger development finance institutions to support the country’s infrastructure needs and economic transformation.
Former Finance Minister and Economic Adviser to the President, John Mahama, Seth Terkper, has said Ghana’s engagement with BRICS should help translate its middle-income status into meaningful economic development.
The National Secretariat of the Tertiary Education Institutions Network (TEIN) has appealed to the national leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to intervene following reports that former TEIN executives have been disqualified from contesting regional executive positions in various regions. In an appeal addressed to the National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, through the General […]
Adansi Travels has been elevated to the Hall of Fame of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG), following its fourth consecutive win as Marketing-Oriented Hospitality Facility (Allied & Support Services) of the Year, 2025.
A member of the US Air Force died after he fell while abseiling from the ceiling of a Texas stadium ahead of a college football game.
President John Mahama says his government has secured funding for the Tamale, Damango and Yendi water projects to improve access to potable water for residents.
Ghana’s response to urban flooding may depend partly on what future engineers learn in the classroom, with a university-led project calling for sustainable drainage systems to become part of construction education. Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (USTED), and project lead, Professor Isaac Boateng, says engineers must be trained to do more than construct drains as the country confronts the pressures of urban expansion, intense rainfall and inadequate stormwater management. “The question is no longer simply whether we can construct drains. It is whether we can design, build and maintain drainage systems that protect people, conserve resources and support sustainable urban development,” he said. His comments come as USTED and Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland work to integrate Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) into Ghana’s construction curricula, equipping future professionals to consider approaches that slow, store and manage rainwater rather than relying exclusively on conventional drainage channels.
Liberia’s Vice President Jeremiah Kpan Koung says African countries must clearly understand the true value of their mineral resources before commencing negotiations with investors to develop them. He said this is fundamental to getting a good return and ensuring that Africa actually gets a fair share of the value of its minerals. “Africa must understand […]
The Guinness Ghana DJ Awards brought its ALL OUT RAVE experience to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), delivering an electrifying celebration of music, nightlife and DJ culture at Republic Hall.
Channel Manager and Brand Lead of Joy Prime, Edith Agbeli, has been honoured with the African Diamond Award for Impact Leadership and Management in Mass Media in Africa at the African Corporate Summit & Awards held on September 26.
Joy Prime has once again been recognised for its outstanding contribution to community development, youth empowerment and entertainment, earning a prestigious honour at the Youth In Me Ghana Awards (YIMGA) Prime Celebrant 2026. The award underscores the channel’s commitment to impactful storytelling, innovative programming and the use of television as a powerful platform for inspiring […]
The Praise Achievement Awards (PAA) has unveiled nominees for its fifth edition, with entries spanning 45 categories celebrating gospel music in Ghana, Africa and the diaspora.
Four journalists with Luv FM, a subsidiary of the Multimedia Group Limited, in Kumasi have been nominated for the 2026 Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Excellence Awards in the Ashanti region.
Wilmar Africa Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to excellence in marketing, innovation and consumer satisfaction after winning two prestigious awards at the 37th Annual Marketing Performance Awards organised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG), held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra. The company emerged as the winner in the Manufacturing Company of […]
The Rent Control Department (RCD) has launched a public accountability series to strengthen public confidence in the department, outline ongoing reforms and improve service delivery in Ghana’s rental sector.
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has donated GH¢33,000 to Pantang Hospital to cover treatment costs for vulnerable patients, including people found on the streets and brought to the facility.
A new institution that wants to close the distance between university classrooms and what jobs actually demand has launched in Accra. It goes by the name Global Leadership, Innovation and Development Academy, shortened to GLIDA. The course list spans leadership, entrepreneurship, diplomacy, innovation and governance, with the weight placed on doing rather than reciting. Behind the launch sits a problem employers and graduates both recognise, because a degree on paper does not automatically translate into competence on the job. Diplomacy appearing next to business-oriented subjects suggests the founders expect enrolments from public institutions as much as from private firms. Until the first cohort finishes, the initiative stays largely on paper, and its real test will be what the graduates can do when they return to their desks. The launch statement itself kept to broad aims, leaving enrolment dates, fees and class structure for later.
The University Basic School (UBS), Legon, has won the 2026 Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-Food Research Institute Quiz Competition, securing its third consecutive title with 70 points. UBS finished ahead of Christ the King International School, which scored 63 points, The Ridge Church School with 50 points, and Armed Forces Basic School with 47 points. The competition was held at the CSIR-Food Research Institute's conference hall at Shiashie in Accra as part of activities to commemorate World Food Day, observed annually on October 16. The latest victory extends UBS's winning streak since it first participated in the competition in 2024, having also emerged champion in the 2024 and 2025 editions.
Lawyer for former National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) Chief Executive Officer Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has welcomed the Court of Appeal’s decision to halt the trial, insisting the charge sheet lacks sufficient detail on the allegations against his client.
Hearts of Oak defender Kelvin Osei Asibey was adjudged NASCO Man of the Match following his solid display as the Phobians defeated Vision FC 1-0 at the Nii Adjei Kraku Complex on Saturday. Substitute Kwesi Asmah scored the winner in the 86th minute after pouncing on a poor clearance.
Ukraine received no advance warning from its partners of a Russian ballistic missile strike overnight, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, after Moscow launched one of its broadest air assaults in months, cutting power to more than half a million households.
The Ghana Stammering Association (GSA) has called for greater understanding and inclusion of people who stammer, urging Ghanaians to create spaces where everyone can communicate without fear of ridicule or discrimination.
The Advisor on Gender and Social Protection to Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Akosua Manu, has called on Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang to use her office and influence to ensure justice for students at Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) following allegations of sexual abuse.
Making remarks at the 2026 World Bank/International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings Plenary in Bangkok, Thailand, he said this generation will shape the next century. Therefore, “the choices we make today will help determine how”.
Stakeholders in the agriculture sector in Obuasi and two local municipal assemblies are forging ahead to transform the town from its known status as a gold mining community to a rich agricultural hub to feed the country.
President John Dramani Mahama has outlined plans to progressively halt the export of unprocessed mineral ores by 2030, seeking to make domestic processing a central part of Ghana’s mining industry.
President John Mahama has commended the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) for its contribution to the growth of gold exports, increased foreign exchange earnings and efforts to promote responsible small-scale mining.
France's central government asked some local authorities to impose curfews and faced pressure over security failings on Monday after a weekend of riots and looting borne out of nationwide anti-government protests.
Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has ruled out taking a second wife, saying he does not have the capacity to handle the stress that would come with it.
President John Mahama has commended Newmont for reclaiming 800 acres of degraded land and putting it to use for crop farming.
The inaugural edition of the Ga Manste Tennis Open Championship begins today, October 19, 2026, at the Accra Sports Stadium and will conclude on October 24. The six-day tournament features competitive action across the men’s and women’s singles competitions, as well as wheelchair tennis. A key highlight of the event is a star-studded exhibition match […]
Members of the Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have been urged to double their propagation of government policies and programs, grassroots mobilization efforts, and expand membership drives to secure the party’s victory and maintain its parliamentary majority in the 2028 general elections.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the Foreign Ministry has established what he describes as the first comprehensive database of Ghanaians living across the world, with particular attention to those requiring diplomatic and consular assistance.
Participants also pointed to illegal small-scale mining (galamsey), which discharges heavy metals and silt into rivers that empty into the sea, as well as the use of banned chemicals such as DDT and re-labelled toxic agrochemicals in fishing. Other threats discussed included shoreline erosion and sea-level rise, which are sweeping away homes, heritage sites and landing beaches, and overfishing.
President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana is working to increase the economic benefits it derives from its gold resources by expanding local assaying, refining and related services.
Member of Parliament for Bosome-Freho and the Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh, says missing signatures and discrepancies in payment records underpin the NPP’s concerns over GH¢16.4 million in expenditure on the evacuation of Ghanaians.
