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The Minority in Ghana’s Parliament is calling on the government to provide an immediate explanation over the conflicting accounts surrounding the postponement of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s planned engagement with Ghana. The opposition is demanding that the government brief Parliament to clarify whether Ghana declined a proposed state visit by President Ramaphosa or whether […]

The South African Presidency has rejected media reports claiming that Ghana turned down a proposed state visit by President Cyril Ramaphosa, insisting that no formal request for such a visit was ever made. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said the engagement scheduled for August was not a state visit but a routine meeting of the Ghana-South […]

The Ghana Police Service has arrested fugitive fraud convict Eric Afoakwa, popularly known as “Chad,” bringing an end to a seven-year manhunt after he allegedly attempted to flee the country. Afoakwa was apprehended on July 6, 2026, by the Police Anti-Armed Robbery Unit during an operation carried out on the instructions of the Inspector-General of […]

An Accra Circuit Court has arraigned National Service Scheme (NSS) personnel Ebenezer Ghartey for allegedly stealing GH¢308,300 from his supervisor’s personal Mobile Money (MoMo) account. Ghartey appeared before the court on July 7, 2026, where he pleaded not guilty to the charge. The case, which initially attracted attention due to its reported connection to the […]

Charlotte Kesson-Smith, widely known as Charlotte Osei, has been appointed as the Acting Executive Director of the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa (EISA). The appointment was announced by the organization’s Board of Directors and took effect on July 1, 2026. Charlotte Osei assumes the leadership role after serving as a member of the […]

The Government of Ghana has outlined the responsibilities expected of citizens, public officials, businesses, and institutions following President John Dramani Mahama’s declaration of Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026, as National General Cleaning Days. The nationwide exercise, which will be carried out in seven regions affected by recent flooding, forms part of the […]

Fresh flooding in several parts of Accra has reignited nationwide concerns over Ghana’s recurring flooding crisis, with prominent Ghanaian celebrities joining calls for long-term solutions after heavy rains submerged roads, stranded commuters, and disrupted daily economic activities. The latest downpour, which affected several communities on Monday morning, prompted widespread reactions on social media as public […]

Major African oil producers Nigeria, Algeria, and Angola are closely monitoring Russia’s unprecedented decision to import refined fuel from India after a series of Ukrainian drone attacks disrupted the country’s domestic refining capacity. The development marks a rare shift in global energy markets, with one of the world’s largest crude oil exporters turning to foreign […]

London-listed independent oil and gas producer Genel Energy has agreed to acquire Capricorn Energy in a $360 million all-cash takeover deal, marking a major strategic move to strengthen its presence in Egypt’s energy sector. The acquisition will give Genel Energy a significant foothold in Egypt’s Western Desert and reduce its heavy reliance on production assets […]

President John Dramani Mahama has declared Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026, as National General Cleaning Days in seven regions severely affected by recent flooding. The directive, issued through an official statement signed by Government Communications Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu, is aimed at supporting post-flood recovery efforts, improving sanitation, and reducing the risk […]

Minority Demands Government Clarification Over Ramaphosa Visit Controversy

South Africa Denies Ghana Rejected Ramaphosa Visit, Says No Formal State Visit Was Requested

Ghana Police Arrest Fugitive Fraud Convict Eric Afoakwa After Seven Years on the Run

NSS Personnel Arraigned Over Alleged GH¢308,300 Mobile Money Theft, Granted Bail

Charlotte Osei Appointed Acting Executive Director of EISA

Government Outlines Responsibilities for Citizens and Public Officials During National Cleaning Days

Ghanaian Celebrities Call for Lasting Solutions as Fresh Flooding Hits Accra

Russia’s Fuel Crisis Opens New Strategic Opportunities for African Oil Producers

Genel Energy Agrees $360 Million Takeover of Capricorn Energy to Expand Egypt Footprint

President Mahama Declares National Cleaning Days in Flood-Affected Regions After Devastating Floods

Court Temporarily Halts Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala Impeachment Inquiry

Mali’s Former Intelligence Chief Kassoum Goïta Sentenced to 15 Years

Alale Explores Love and Emotional Fatigue on ‘Gunsta Frustrating’