President John Dramani Mahama has declared that no member of his government is allowed to engage in any form of small-scale mining or illegal mining popularly known as galamsey, warning that violators will face severe consequences. Addressing concerns about illegal mining and environmental degradation, he stressed the government’s commitment to safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources. “No […]
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a government policy to ban the issuance of mining leases in all forest reserves as part of efforts to protect the country’s natural environment from destruction. Speaking at the swearing-in of the 3rd batch of ministers on Thursday, January 30, he noted that the government would also move swiftly […]
Activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has denied claims of ever being affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), asserting that he has always been a committed member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP). Appearing before the committee, on Wednesday, January 29, Barker-Vormawor sought to put to rest the speculation surrounding his political alignment, stressing that his loyalty […]
At least six out of ten Ghanaians have expressed a desire to travel abroad in search of better opportunities. According to the 2024 Afrobarometer report, these individuals have considered leaving the country, primarily to improve their economic circumstances. The report highlights that the proportion of citizens who have given “a lot” of thought to emigrating […]
The Minority caucus in Parliament has condemned the acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission, Victoria Emeafa Hardcastle, for what they describe as “egregious contempt” against the leadership of Parliament. In a press statement issued on Wednesday, 29th January, the caucus described Ms Hardcastle’s actions on Tuesday, 28th January 2025, as one of the […]
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku has announced the government’s intention to terminate the contract awarded for construction of the Pwalugu Dam. The Minister gave the indication during an interview with journalists after a three-day tour of various departments and agencies under the ministry. Government in 2019, initiated a $993 million contract to […]
Mexico denied a U.S. military plane access to land Thursday, at least temporarily frustrating the Trump administration’s plans to deport immigrants to the country, according to two U.S. defense officials and a third person familiar with the situation. Two Guatemala-bound Air Force C-17s, carrying about 80 people apiece, flew deportees out of the U.S. Thursday […]
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has reiterated his determination to ensure the passage of the LGBTQ+ bill, which was passed by Parliament but not assented to by former President Nana Akufo-Addo. Addressing members of the Ghanaian community in Côte d’Ivoire on January 21, 2025, Speaker Bagbin strongly criticised same-sex relationships, declaring that he would […]
President John Dramani Mahama arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday, January 26, aboard Ghana’s presidential jet. His visit is in line with his participation in a High-Level African Union (AU) Institutional Reforms Retreat. The retreat brings together African leaders to deliberate on and advance critical reforms aimed at enhancing the Union’s capacity to address pressing […]
THE WENCHI Methodist Hospital in the Bono Region has announced its plan to conduct mass burial for 28 unclaimed and unidentified bodies at the hospital’s morgue. The hospital said the bodies had remained in its mortuary for almost three years thereby causing congestion at the facility. In a press statement signed by the Wenchi Municipal […]
Human rights activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has expressed concern over what he describes as the persistent practice of mobilising individuals to attack party and public offices in response to dissatisfaction with political appointments. He criticised politicians for allowing such actions to continue, emphasising that these destructive behaviours are often organised and supported by influential figures behind […]
The Public Utilities Workers Union (PUWU) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC-Ghana) has expressed concern over government plans to privatise the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). In a statement from PUWU, the Minister of Energy has formed a committee to advance the privatisation process. “We would like to assure our members of our resolve to […]
