Ghana has recorded a major milestone in its effort to retain more value from its natural resources, following the sale of 110 kilograms of gold to the state on April 30, 2026. The transaction marks a significant shift in how mineral wealth is managed within the country. In a move that has drawn widespread attention, […]

Anti-migrant protests have intensified across South Africa in late April 2026, sparking a diplomatic dispute with Ghana after viral videos showed Ghanaian nationals being harassed and told to “fix their country.” The demonstrations, led by activist groups such as Operation Dudula, have spread across major cities including Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town. Protesters have […]

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a major shift in Ghana’s anti-corruption framework, stating that individuals cited in Auditor-General’s reports will now be prosecuted in newly established High Courts. The announcement was made during his May Day address in Koforidua on May 1, 2026. According to the President, the creation of these dedicated courts is […]

The Bank of Ghana has reported a comprehensive loss of GH₵15.2 billion for the 2025 financial year, a significant deficit that follows an even larger GH₵60.8 billion loss recorded in 2022. Despite the scale of the losses, the central bank and several economists insist they were a necessary cost to stabilize Ghana’s economy during a […]

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has accused some officials within Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) of using government funds to purchase smuggled cocoa beans from Côte d’Ivoire instead of buying cocoa from local Ghanaian farmers. According to the regulator, the illegal practice has become widespread in four regions along Ghana’s border with Côte d’Ivoire. COCOBOD explained […]

Ghana has officially begun the sixth and final review of its $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), marking the last major assessment before the country exits the three-year economic support arrangement in August 2026. The review, which started on April 29, 2026, is expected to determine Ghana’s eligibility […]

John Dramani Mahama has described the recent fire at the Akosombo Dam substation as an unfortunate incident that also presents a major opportunity to modernize the country’s power infrastructure. During a visit to the site on April 30, 2026, the president toured the damaged facility operated by Ghana Grid Company and held discussions with engineers […]