Ghana has surpassed a key milestone under its IMF programme—more than a year ahead of schedule. According to a recent update following a staff-level agreement between the government and the International Monetary Fund, Ghana’s gross international reserves have already exceeded the target set for May 2026. Fresh data from the Bank of Ghana shows that…
Parliament has given its approval to Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak as Minister for the Interior, along with four regional ministers. The decision was reached following a thorough vetting process conducted by the Appointments Committee. Muntaka, the Member of Parliament for Asawase in the Ashanti Region, garnered bipartisan support after outlining his vision for enhancing internal security, addressing…
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to establish a committee tasked with organising a National Constitutional Review Validation Conference. The conference aims to build broad consensus on proposed amendments to the constitution as part of his administration’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s justice system and addressing systemic inequalities. Speaking at the 92nd Jalsa Salana of…
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League Champions Medeama SC were walked over by a formidable Al Ahly side at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium by 1-0. The Yellow and Mauve boys were in for a big win in order to boost their chances of qualifying for the knockout stage. Medeama started the game in…
Ghana’s productivity is being held back by a poorly skilled workforce, with 74 per cent of workers lacking education beyond Junior High School (JHS), labour economist Prof. William Baah-Boateng has said. He warned that this skills gap is a major obstacle to economic growth and the country’s ambition to implement a 24-hour economy, a key…
Apostle David K. Dorsu, the Area Head of the Tumu Church of Pentecost, delivered an inspiring and transformative message during a night crusade at the Pentecost Church in Tumu. Addressing a large congregation, he called on Christians to embody the teachings of the Bible in every aspect of their lives, emphasizing that worshiping God extends…
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called upon member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to renew their commitment to the foundational principles of the bloc. Addressing the official launch of ECOWAS’ 50th anniversary celebrations at the Accra International Conference Centre on Tuesday, April 22nd, Ablakwa…
Ghana’s Samuel Takyi is closer to winning his second medal in a major tournament, after securing a slot in the men’s Light Welterweight final. Takyi qualified after a majority decision win over John Paul Masamba in Thursday’s semi-final. Four of the judges scored in favor of the Ghanaian, while one judge scored it in favour…
Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Spokesperson of president-elect John Dramani Mahama, has refuted claims that Dr Callistus Abukari Mahama is related to John Mahama. In a Facebook post on December 12, 2024, Joyce Bawa clarified that the President-elect has no familiar relations with Dr. Callistus Mahama. ‘‘Dr Callistus Abukari Mahama has no familial relations with the President-elect,…
A Professor at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin has said that although Ghana’s economy has witnessed some recovery, it is not yet back to where it was prior to the outbreak of the Covid pandemic. He says there is still more work to do to restore the economy. Prof Bokpin notes that…
