The government has completed the evacuation of nearly 1,900 Ghanaians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks. The final batch of 41 returnees arrived in Ghana on September 4, marking the end o
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Ghana Concludes Evacuation of Nearly 1,900 Citizens from South Africa
WAEC Releases 2026 WASSCE Results
The West African Examinations Council has released the provisional 2026 WASSCE results for 512,862 candidates from 1,022 schools. Social Studies recorded the highest pass rate among the four core subj
GIS Apprehends 1,055 Persons in Human Trafficking Crackdown
The Ghana Immigration Service has apprehended 1,055 persons, including 662 children, in an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected human trafficking and exploitative street begging networks in
GAF Clears 170km of Accra–Kumasi Expressway Corridor, 6km Remaining
The Ghana Armed Forces Engineers have cleared 170 kilometres of the 176-kilometre corridor earmarked for the proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway, leaving just six kilometres to complete. The corridor-cle
Government Extends GH¢2 Diesel Price Reduction Into September
Government has extended the GH¢2 per litre reduction in the regulatory margin on diesel into the next pricing window in September to cushion consumers against rising fuel prices. The intervention, ini
Teacher Unions Threaten Strike Over Delayed Promotion and Salary Placement
Ghana’s teacher unions have threatened industrial action if the government fails to place newly promoted teachers on their appropriate salary scales by Monday, August 31, 2026. The unions are demandin
FDA Records GH¢70m Surplus Amid Laboratory Challenges
The Food and Drugs Authority recorded a GH¢70 million surplus in 2025, up 51% from 2024. However, the FDA says ageing laboratory equipment and illicit products remain major challenges to effective pub
Government Pays GH¢10.82bn to DDEP Bondholders
Ghana has paid GH¢10.82 billion to bondholders under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, bringing total DDEP payments since 2025 to GH¢41.36 billion. The Ministry of Finance said the payment was mad
Wontumi’s Bail Hearing Adjourned to October 15
Chairman Wontumi’s bail application has been adjourned to October 15, 2026, after he and his lead counsel were absent from court. The application seeks his release pending an appeal against his 20-yea
T-Bills Oversubscribed by GH¢5.29bn
Ghana’s latest Treasury bill auction attracted GH¢11.28 billion in bids against a GH¢5.99 billion target, an 88.2% oversubscription. Strong demand and controlled borrowing pushed yields lower, with th
Mahama Hints at New Cedi Notes
President Mahama says Ghana’s currency is overdue for a security refresh to make counterfeiting harder. He disclosed that the Bank of Ghana is considering plans to upgrade the banknotes, but no date h
DVLA Defends Delinquency Charges on Expired Licences
The DVLA says it is ready to defend delinquency charges on expired licences in court, stressing that the fees were approved by Parliament. CEO Julius Neequaye Kotey said the automated system applies t
Ghana’s Fuel Imports Highlight Need for Domestic Refining
Ghana’s fuel imports accounted for 26% of total imports in 2025 despite the country producing crude oil. The Ghana Statistical Service is urging stronger domestic refining to reduce import costs, save
Mahama reshuffles cabinet, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei now Minister for Defence
President Mahama has reshuffled his cabinet, reassigning Works, Housing and Water Resources Minister Kenneth Gilbert Adjei to the Ministry of Defence.
NaCCA Issues Fresh Warning to Schools Over Exams
NaCCA has directed pre-tertiary schools to stop using unvetted assessment items and mock exams, stressing that all externally developed materials must be approved by the Council. Schools that violate
AI-enabled healthcare market to expand to approximately US$188 Billion by 2030
The AI-enabled healthcare market is expected to expand from US$15 Billion in 2023, to approximately US$188 Billion by 2030
Haruna Iddrisu Issues Strong Warning Over BECE Placements
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has urged the public to report anyone demanding money for BECE placements or teacher recruitment to the police. He described the practice as criminal, stressing that
BoG Gives Banks New Deadline Over Bad Loans
The Bank of Ghana has directed financial institutions to reduce Non-Performing Loan ratios below 10% by December 2026. Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama said the move will strengthen banks, improve lending
President Mahama reiterates Government's commitment to expanding TOR's capacity
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated the Government’s commitment to expanding the production capability of the state-owned oil Refinery
MP’s Comment to Schoolgirl Sparks Debate as He Apologises
A remark by MP Yakubu Mohammed to a female pupil during a Parliament visit has sparked criticism. Human rights advocates called it inappropriate, while the MP apologised to the child, her family and t
WAEC releases 2026 BECE results, withholds 2,722 candidates’ subject results | Ghana News Agency
Accra, July 30, GNA – The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results of candidates who sat the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for…
Court Suspends Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s Funeral for 10 Days
An Accra High Court has granted a 10-day injunction stopping former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo from proceeding with the funeral of Apostle Kwadwo Safo pending the resolution of a family dispute
Ghana, Nigeria Move to Break Trade Barriers for Bigger Trade
Ghana and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to boosting trade and economic cooperation under AfCFTA. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa urged stronger regional integration, while
Two-Week Deadline Issued Over GH¢60 NSS Deduction
The Concerned National Service Personnel Association has given NASPA two weeks to refund the GH¢60 deducted from service personnel allowances. The group also demanded transparency over the compulsory
Mahama Reveals Ghana’s Top Priority as AU Chair in 2027
President Mahama says Ghana will prioritise Africa’s reparations campaign, gender equality and child welfare when it assumes the AU chairmanship in 2027. He noted Ghana’s role in advancing the reparat
Mahama Signs New Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Act Into Law
President Mahama has signed the new Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Act, replacing the GIPC Act. The law streamlines investment processes, strengthens investor protection, expands GIPA's m
Bank of Ghana Warns Against Rejecting Ghana Cedi Coins
The Bank of Ghana has warned that refusing to accept valid cedi coins is illegal and could lead to fines or up to three years' imprisonment. It urged traders, transport operators and businesses to acc
NPP Challenges Government’s Economic Growth Claims Ahead of Mid-Year Budget
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says Ghana's recent economic growth is being driven mainly by record global gold prices rather than government policies. Ahead of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, he urged the Fina
Ghana Records 14% Decline in New HIV Infections and AIDS Deaths in 2025
Ghana has recorded a decline in new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths, according to the 2025 National HIV Estimates. New infections dropped to 13,951 while deaths reduced to 12,051. The Ghana AID
Bank of Ghana Says Ghana's Falling Inflation Trend Has Ended as Prices Rise Again
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama says Ghana’s prolonged decline in inflation has ended after inflation rose for three straight months, reaching 5.3% in June. He cited transport and haulage co
Mahama Hosts African Leaders in Accra for AU Health Summit on Universal Healthcare
President Mahama is hosting an Extraordinary AU Summit in Accra focused on strengthening healthcare systems and achieving Universal Health Coverage in Africa. African leaders are meeting to discuss st
Chairman Wontumi Jailed 20 Years Over Akonta Mining Illegal Mining Case
Chairman Wontumi has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after the High Court convicted him in the Akonta Mining illegal mining case. Akonta Mining was also fined, with the ruling marking a major mil
Minority Urges Mahama Not to Sign Tribunals Bill into Law
The Minority has urged President Mahama not to sign the Tribunals Bill, 2026, arguing it is flawed and unconstitutional. It says the bill could undermine Ghana’s justice system and has warned it may c
Police Divert Traffic on Accra-Kumasi Highway After Birimso Bridge Crash
The Ghana Police Service has diverted traffic on the Accra-Kumasi Highway after an articulated truck blocked the Birimso Bridge. Vehicles are being rerouted through Kibi and Apedwa while officers mana
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Mahama Pledges Fair Development as Juapong 24-Hour Market Begins
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that no region will be neglected based on voting patterns. Speaking at the sod-cutting for the Juapong 24-Hour Economy Market, he said his governmen
what happened to Zeepay? Our big Fintech company
Zeepay was at a point one of the fastest growing fintechs in Ghana. I did have my doubt with regards to their operations when they started international remittances + having their short code to battle
Ghana Begins Two-Day National Clean-Up Exercise After Flood Disaster as Markets Close Nationwide
Ghana has begun a two-day National General Cleaning Exercise to clear flood debris, improve sanitation and prevent disease outbreaks after the June 29 floods. The nationwide exercise, led by governmen
NPP Fixes September 19 for National Delegates Conference to Elect New National Officers
The NPP has scheduled its National Delegates Conference for September 19, 2026, to elect new national officers. The party has also invited members to submit constitutional amendment proposals by July
Electronic Fraud Pushes Ghana's Financial Fraud Cases Up 48% in 2025 – BoG
The Bank of Ghana's 2025 Fraud Report says financial sector fraud rose 48% in 2025, driven mainly by electronic fraud among Payment Service Providers. While fraud cases declined in banks and SDIs, dig
ECG Launches Tree-Planting Drive in Kumasi to Restore Green Spaces
ECG Ashanti West Region has launched a tree-planting initiative in Kumasi to restore vegetation and promote environmental sustainability. The project aims to improve urban greenery, support climate ac
Vice President Receives Update on Ghana National Research Fund Progress
Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has received an update on the Ghana National Research Fund, which aims to support researchers, scientists and innovators. The fund is expected to strengthen research, drive i
Government Declares July 10 and 11 Nationwide Cleaning Days After Floods
The Government has declared Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026 as nationwide general cleaning days following recent floods. The exercise will focus on clearing waste, desilting drains and im
Interior Ministry Issues Flood Alert for Greater Accra Over Expected Heavy Rainfall
The Ministry of the Interior has issued a flood alert for the Greater Accra Region, warning of expected heavy rainfall. Residents are urged to avoid floodwaters, relocate from high-risk areas if neces
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48,000 Displaced, 12 Dead After Devastating Accra Floods – Mahama
John Dramani Mahama says the June 29 floods displaced about 48,000 people, killed 12, and left 7 missing. Government has deployed the military for cleanup and released relief funds as aid distribution
Mahama Pledges Higher Pensions for Retirees as Economy Improves
President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to increase pensions as Ghana’s economy improves, assuring retirees they will share in the country’s recovery. He also urged senior citizens to enrol in Maham
Black Stars Face Colombia in World Cup Showdown
Ghana face Colombia in a tough World Cup knockout clash after both sides impressed in the group stage. Colombia are unbeaten and favourites, but Ghana believe they can cause an upset. Fans are eagerly
OCOBOD Releases GH¢2.6bn to Pay Cocoa Farmers Across Ghana
Ghana Cocoa Board has released GH¢2.6 billion to Licensed Buying Companies to pay cocoa farmers, including GH¢1.4 billion to clear arrears. The Board says the move will protect farmer welfare and stre