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John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to promoting equitable development across Ghana during a meeting with the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs. Addressing the delegation, led by Nene Sakite II, the President highlighted ongoing government efforts to strengthen infrastructure and expand economic opportunities. He noted that renewed investor confidence, driven by recent economic improvements, […]

A recent analysis of the Ewoyaa Lithium Project has revealed a growing tension in Ghana’s mining policy, showing how efforts to regulate the industry may be creating unintended hardships for local communities. The study, published by The Conversation, suggests that while the 2024 Mineral Rights (Amendment) Act is effective in limiting corporate speculation, it is […]

The Minority Caucus in Ghana’s Parliament has accused the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) of orchestrating what it describes as a “systematic, multi-front war” to weaken the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). The allegations were made during a press conference titled “The Anatomy of a Conspiracy,” where the opposition raised concerns about the future […]

The European Commission has announced a new humanitarian aid package worth €235 million (about $256 million) to address worsening food shortages and displacement crises across West and Central Africa. The funding is aimed at supporting millions of vulnerable people affected by escalating conflict, climate-related shocks, and severe food insecurity across the region. A significant portion […]

At 80, Joyce Rosalind Aryee remains a remarkable symbol of service, faith, and leadership in Ghana. Though she remarks with a smile that she does not feel her age, her life reflects decades of purposeful contribution, resilience, and national impact. Her journey began at Achimota School and later at the University of Ghana, where she […]

Tensions within the Sahel region have escalated after the foreign ministers of Niger and Mali leveled serious accusations against neighboring countries during a high-level security forum in Senegal, alleging that some states are actively sponsoring terrorism. Mali’s Foreign Minister, Abdoulaye Diop, claimed that certain neighboring countries—though not named—are harboring and supporting terrorist groups or providing […]

Turkey, Syria, and Jordan have unveiled a joint plan to construct a $1.3 billion rail corridor that will link Europe to the Gulf, marking a significant step toward reshaping regional trade routes. The initiative, announced on April 20, 2026, aims to establish a continuous land bridge connecting Mediterranean ports through Turkey and Syria into Jordan, […]

Ghana’s non-traditional export sector has recorded a historic milestone, with earnings reaching $3.28 billion in 2025, according to the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA). This marks a significant 53 percent increase from the $2.15 billion recorded in 2024, highlighting a major shift in the country’s export strategy toward value addition and industrial processing. A key […]

The one-week funeral observation for Pastor Elisha Prince Osei Kofi, held on April 18, 2026, was marked by overwhelming grief and deep reflection as family members, church leaders, and congregants gathered to honor his life and legacy. The solemn event drew a large crowd, all united in mourning the sudden passing of a man many […]

Experts say China is changing the way it works with African countries, moving away from the old “Angola Model” of large loans and major infrastructure projects toward a new approach known as the “Hunan Model.” The older model focused mainly on financing roads, railways, ports, and other large infrastructure in exchange for access to oil […]

‘So far, so good’ – John Mahama

Ghana’s New Mining Law: Curbing Speculation While Leaving Communities in Legal Limbo

Minority Caucus Accuses NDC Government of “Deliberate Campaign” to Dismantle Office of the Special Prosecutor

EU Pledges $256 Million to Address Spiraling Food and Displacement Crises in the Sahel and Nigeria

Joyce Aryee at 80

Mali and Niger Accuse Neighbors of Sponsoring Terrorism at Regional Security Forum

Turkey, Syria, and Jordan Launch Gulf-Europe Rail Corridor to Secure Alternative Trade Routes

Ghana’s Exports Surpass $3B as Cocoa Processing Sparks Industrial Shift

Pastor Elisha Prince Osei Kofi’s Wife and Mother Overcome with Grief at One-Week Memorial

Iran Conflict and Global Volatility Accelerate Pivot in China’s Africa Strategy

African Leaders Urge African Union to Take “Decisive Action” Against South African Xenophobia

Ghana Mineworkers’ Union Opposes Local Outsourcing Mandate, Warning of 50% Wage Cuts

Commemorative Artwork Crafted from 27 Ounces of Gold Fetches GH¢1.5M at Auction