The government of Senegal has paid tribute to one of Africa’s most influential early thinkers by featuring James Emman Kwegyir Aggrey on a national postage stamp. The recognition celebrates the enduring legacy of the Ghanaian educator, widely known as “Aggrey of Africa,” whose ideas on education, unity, and social progress continue to resonate across the […]

Ghanaian industrialist Ibrahim Mahama has taken a historic step in the country’s mining sector after his company, Engineers & Planners, was selected as the new operator of the Damang Gold Mine. The award follows a competitive bidding process concluded in April 2026 and marks a significant shift in Ghana’s approach to managing its natural resources. […]

Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure development agenda aimed at transforming the country’s aviation sector, backed by a newly introduced Airport Infrastructure Development Levy. Board Chairman James Agalga announced that the levy, which took effect on April 1, 2026, is expected to generate approximately $800 million over the next two years […]

Ghana’s Minister for Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, has confirmed the arrival of 100 new 29-seater buses at the Port of Tema as part of efforts to address rising transport fares and vehicle shortages. The buses are set to be deployed to key state transport operators, including the Metro Mass Transit and the Intercity STC Coaches […]

Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced that the government will sponsor up to 800 fans to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The announcement, made on March 30, 2026, follows a detailed financial assessment of the costs associated with the tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and […]

Gideon Boako, Member of Parliament for Tano North, has launched a comprehensive educational intervention to support 2,200 candidates preparing for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The initiative is designed as a structured support system that will guide students from their final examinations through their transition into senior high school, with a focus on […]

Several major African economies are experiencing improved currency stability, helping to create a more predictable investment environment despite ongoing geopolitical tensions across the region. In Ghana, the government is prioritizing currency stability as a key economic objective. President John Dramani Mahama stated on April 4, 2026, that maintaining a stable cedi is more important than […]

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has called on Ghanaians to draw inspiration from the message of Easter to promote national development and transformation. Speaking at the Church of Pentecost, Sakumono Area Easter Convention on April 4, 2026, he emphasized that the resurrection of Jesus Christ represents renewal, hope, and […]