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The Ghana cedi is expected to remain relatively stable in the medium term, supported by recent foreign exchange interventions by the Bank of Ghana and improving macroeconomic conditions, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Ghana.Country Senior Partner of PwC Ghana, Vish Ashiagbor, said although the cedi has come under some pressure recently, measures by the Central Bank to improve dollar liquidity have helped stabilize the currency and strengthened confidence in its outlook.Speaking on the sidelines of the launch of the PwC Ghana 2026 Banking Survey in Accra, Mr. Ashiagbor noted that the Bank of Ghana’s interventions have played a key role in…

Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea FC have appointed Berekum Senior High School headmaster Kwaku Danso as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 football season. The experienced domestic tactician joins the former league champions to take over technical duties following the departure of Samuel Boadu, who recently left the Berekum-based club to join regional rivals Aduana FC. Danso arrives with significant local pedigree, having previously managed Bechem United in the top flight, where he earned a Coach of the Month accolade for his tactical approach. He makes the switch to the Premier League side directly from lower-tier outfit…

By Dominic Antwi Agyei  Kwadaso (Ash), July 7, GNA – The Kwadaso Municipal Director of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Mrs. Mavis Achiaa Opoku, has stressed the need to provide adolescents with quality healthcare services to promote their overall wellbeing.  She said adolescents have a right to access quality health services that would improve their mental, emotional, physical, and social conditions.  Mrs. Opoku made the remarks at a stakeholders’ engagement on adolescent health, gender equality, and the provision of gender-based violence (GBV) services aimed at curbing the rising cases of abuse within communities.  The engagement formed part of an NCCE programme designed to empower communities and young people with knowledge…

The continued reliance on traditional food measurement units in Ghana is creating challenges in accurately tracking food consumption patterns and understanding trends within the food market, a survey by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed.The findings, contained in three reports from the Non-Standard Units Survey (NSUS), conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, found that the widespread use of informal measures such as olonkas, bowls, cups, heaps, and bundles makes it difficult to consistently estimate the actual quantities of food purchased and consumed by households.According to the report, the lack of uniformity in these measurement systems…

The Presidency has dismissed reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa requested a state visit to Ghana, saying no such visit had been planned.The claims, first published by several Ghanaian media organisations before spreading across West Africa and beyond, alleged that Accra had declined to host Ramaphosa in protest over attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. The reports were subsequently amplified by media across the continent and internationally, including the BBC.Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said there had been no planned visit to Ghana and dismissed suggestions that Ramaphosa had requested one.Diplomatic correspondence seen by the Mail & Guardian shows that communication…

The Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), Dr Kamal-Deen Ali, has welcomed the deployment of a new cohort of Ghanaian cadets for sea-time training on board Pacific International Lines (PIL) vessels in Singapore, describing it as a major step toward creating sustainable global opportunities for Ghanaian youth.Receiving the cadets during a courtesy call, Dr Ali expressed immense pride in their achievement, noting, “Seeing Ghanaian youth join international vessels serves as a massive source of encouragement for the Authority.”He explained that the GMA’s primary goal is to empower local youth while collectively benefiting the national economy. He charged the cadets…

The activists further maintain that no country should face punishment for protecting marriage, the family, parental rights, and religious liberty. They say the Charter does not promote anything new or extreme, noting that the family is already recognized in international law as “the natural and fundamental unit of society” and that protecting it reflects long-standing human rights principles. The activists also defend the Charter’s emphasis on African sovereignty, saying African countries have the right to enact laws rooted in their constitutions, faith, culture, and moral convictions. They added that while international cooperation is important, “cooperation should never become coercion.” They…

A nationwide seven-day Bible reading event has been announced as part of activities marking Ghana’s 70th anniversary celebrations, bringing together Christians from various denominations and institutions to reflect on the nation’s history and achievements and prepare spiritually to spark an awakening through revival. The initiative, being organised jointly by Equity & Access Foundation LBG (EAF) and Gap Junction Ministries Inc. (GJM), in partnership with churches across the sixteen regions of Ghana, is expected to attract participation from churches, Christian faith-based organisations, educational institutions, and Believers nationwide. The event aims to promote national unity, moral renewal, and prayers for Ghana’s continued…

By Iddi YireAccra, June 7, GNA – Brigadier General Foster Okae Yeboah, Coordinator of the Flood Mitigation Task Force, and his team have visited identified water retention ponds and flood-affected communities as part of ongoing post-flood mitigation measures.  Accompanied by Mr Stanislav Dogbe, Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations; Mr Kenneth Adjei, Minister for Water Resources, Works and Housing; and Brigadier General Richard Kinney, Commander of the 15 Engineer Brigade, the team inspected the Tesa Dam near East Legon Boundary Road, Damfa, Amharia and Oyarifa.  The team also visited the Kpeshie Lagoon, where the 48 Engineer Regiment is undertaking dredging works, as well as a major storm drain along Teshie Bush Road near the International Central…

Ghana Statistical Service launches national framework to standardise informal market measurements 3News

By Eunice Hilda A. Mensah Accra, July 7, GNA – The Simona Ephraim Foundation has launched the Simona Ephraim Mobile App to raise awareness and educate the public about sickle cell disease, connect patients to a wider support community, and provide practical assistance for people living with the condition. Mr Larry Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation, said the app was designed to feel “like a friend and not a clinic,” with every screen built to be warm, simple, and user-friendly. He explained that the app offers lessons ranging from basic information about sickle cell disease to crisis care, available within minutes in both English and local…

The Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) Ghana Limited has secured firm offtake commitments across the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia for Ghana’s semi-finished cocoa products, in a move that strengthens the commercial footing of the country’s push toward domestic value addition under President John Dramani Mahama’s 50 percent local processing mandate.The commitments, secured by CMC Managing Director Wisdom Kofi Dogbey (D.Min, D.Hum) during a series of engagements with leading Gulf commodities institutions and processing bodies, are aimed at guaranteeing demand for cocoa liquor, butter, cake, and powder produced from Ghana’s existing and currently underutilised grinding capacity.By locking in buyers before…

Over GHS5b in irregularities captured in the Auditor-General’s report for 2025 3News

It was all joy when Inter Omega Limited commissioned and handed over a borehole to the Kwasi Nyarko Community in the Eastern region of Ghana.The borehole, which was fully funded by Inter Omega Limited, will provide potable water to the residents of the community.Moved by the plight of the people, Inter Omega Limited offered to construct a borehole in fulfilment of their corporate social responsibility to assist communities like Kwasi Nyarko in developing projects that improve the living conditions and enhance their self-reliance.The commissioning ceremony was held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, and had in attendance Mr. Alphonse Selete Daomekpor…

Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel Abu Jinapor The Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel A. Jinapor, has called for the establishment of a comprehensive national evacuation policy to better protect Ghanaians abroad.He also urged national unity and support for Ghanaians in South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks and the reported death of a Ghanaian citizen.Speaking in an interview on growing concerns over the safety of Ghanaians in South Africa, Jinapor expressed sympathy for affected families and called on government and stakeholders to work together in responding to the crisis.“We, the Minority…

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted four officers over their alleged involvement in an attempted diversion of transit cargo into the local market, as part of efforts to strengthen customs enforcement and safeguard government revenue.The interdictions follow investigations into the interception of 18 trucks in February 2026. The trucks had been declared as transit cargo from Togo through the Akanu border to Niger but were suspected to have been diverted for sale within Ghana, potentially denying the state significant import duties and taxes.Addressing the media on the outcome of the investigations on Tuesday, July 7, the Commissioner-General, Anthony Sarpong,…

The Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Major General Maxwell Obuba Mantey, has raised concerns over a growing trend where some members of the public demand financial rewards before providing information on suspected drug activities.He said that while intelligence from citizens remains critical in the fight against narcotics trafficking, some whistleblowers now expect monetary compensation before sharing information with security agencies.Major General Mantey made the comments when he appeared before Parliament’s Assurances Committee on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, amid renewed attention on Ghana’s role in international drug trafficking following the seizure of 320 kilogrammes of methamphetamine concealed in a…

The Auditor-General has uncovered the payment of more than GH¢7.4 million to four deceased pensioners, raising fresh concerns about weaknesses in Ghana’s pension administration system.The revelation is contained in the Report of the Auditor-General on the Public Accounts of Ghana – Ministries, Departments and Other Agencies (MDAs) for the year ended December 31, 2025.According to the report, a total of GH¢7,494,975.34 was paid to four pensioners after their deaths between February 2019 and March 2026, contrary to Regulation 88 of the Public Financial Management Regulations, 2019 (L.I. 2378).The Auditor-General has recommended that the Controller and Accountant-General recover the full amount,…

A public financial management expert has petitioned the Council of State to intervene in the debate over the proposed non-renewal of Gold Fields Ghana Limited’s mining lease in Tarkwa, warning that such a move could undermine Ghanaian businesses operating within the mining value chain.Derrick Opare Asamoah, in a petition submitted on July 1, 2026, argued that rejecting the company’s lease renewal application could have unintended consequences for local enterprises that depend on the Tarkwa mine for business opportunities.The petition follows calls by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) for the government to reject Gold Fields Ghana’s application when its current…

South AfricaACCRA – Reports circulating on Tuesday claim that Ghana has declined a planned state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over concerns about the safety of African nationals living in South Africa following recurring incidents of violence.According to the reports, the decision was influenced by concerns over attacks targeting foreign African nationals and the need for stronger assurances from the South African government regarding their protection.The reports further suggest that Ghana believes its longstanding relationship with South Africa should be anchored not only in historical solidarity but also in the safety, dignity and welfare of African citizens across…

Accra, July 7, GNA – St. Ignatius of Loyola Senior High School in the Upper West Region has emerged winner of the Northern Sector STEM Plastic Waste Competition for Catholic Senior High Schools in Ghana.The school beat four other Catholic second-cycle institutions to claim the top prize in the fourth edition of the competition, held in Damango in the Savannah Region, where students showcased innovative products developed from plastic waste to address environmental pollution.Our Lady of Lourdes Girls’ Senior High School placed second, while St. Cyprian Minor Seminary Senior High School, St. Mary Technical and Vocational Senior High School and…

By Agbaxode Emmanuel Akatsi (V/R), July 7, GNA – The Akatsi South Municipal Assembly has scheduled a municipality-wide clean-up exercise for Friday, July 10, to mobilise residents to improve environmental sanitation and support the national sanitation campaign. The exercise, which will take place from 0600 hours to 1000 hours, is expected to bring together residents, institutions, traders, transport operators, youth groups, religious organisations and other stakeholders to clean communities, desilt drains and clear refuse. Mr Daniel Dagba, the Akatsi South Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), told the Ghana News Agency that the exercise was originally scheduled for Friday, July 3, but was postponed because it coincided with the Republic Day holiday. He explained that many people had planned to travel…

By Love Wilhelmina AbanonaveThe Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has called on African governments to adopt visa-on-arrival policies for all African citizens, arguing that easier cross-border travel is essential to boosting intra-African trade and economic growth.Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Mr Mene said Africa’s slow progress in implementing the African Union’s Protocol on Free Movement of Persons continues to undermine the continent’s economic integration agenda.According to him, although the protocol was adopted nearly a decade ago, only four African countries have ratified it, with Ghana among them.“We’re making…

The South Sudanese runner tested positive and was found to have tampered with evidence, while American coach and former sprinter, Monzavous ‘Rae’ Edwards, was sanctioned for encouraging doping, and tennis player Nathan Ponwith for cannabis use.Dominic Lokolong Atiol tested positive for trimetazidine in February 2024 following an out-of-competition test in Eldoret, Kenya.The substance is a prohibited metabolic modulator which may improve energy efficiency in cells during intense physical activity, aid recovery from hypoxic or ischaemic episodes, and delay fatigue under certain conditions.According to Athletics Illustrated, Atiol claimed that he had received several injections in December 2023 and January 2024, as…

Ghana Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has said that he is determined to repay the support he has received from Coventry City manager Frank Lampard and his teammates after helping the club secure promotion to the Premier League. The 26-year-old striker played a key role in Coventry’s successful Championship campaign, which earned the Sky Blues a place in England’s top flight. Lampard has been full of praise for Thomas-Asante throughout the season, and the forward says he appreciates the encouragement from his manager. His performance earned him a place in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 World Cup, where the Black…

By Ashiadey DotseThe Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has warned the public to be on high alert following a sharp increase in fraudulent online investment schemes, which have cost victims more than GH¢3.4 million in the first half of 2026.In a public alert issued on Monday, July 6, 2026, the CSA said, it recorded 352 cases of online investment fraud between January and June this year. The total financial losses have already reached GH¢3,429,447, even though we are only half way through the year.According to the Authority, the scammers operate under different names and fake identities, promising investors unusually high returns to lure them into sending…

By Hannah DadzieAfrica has taken a major step towards strengthening its diplomatic capacity with the launch of the African Diplomatic Institutes Network (AfDIN) in Accra. AfDIN is a continental platform designed to harmonise diplomatic training, enhance collaboration among diplomatic academies and prepare a new generation of diplomats to advance Africa’s interests on the global stage.The initiative, launched in partnership with the African Union Commission, is expected to create a permanent framework for collaboration among diplomatic training institutions through curriculum development, research, faculty exchanges, knowledge sharing and institutional capacity building, while aligning diplomatic education with the aspirations of the African Union’s…

Ghana has declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following growing concerns over xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other African migrants in South Africa.Diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria confirmed to MyJoyOnline that the decision was influenced by the recent wave of anti-foreigner violence in parts of South Africa, which has triggered the repatriation of about 1,000 Ghanaians, with hundreds more reportedly awaiting evacuation.The tensions escalated further after a Ghanaian national was reportedly killed on June 30 during demonstrations by xenophobic groups against African migrants; a report that has been denied by South…

Managing Director of the Landfills Company Limited, Dr. Peter Kwesi Dagadu, has emphasised that Ghana’s ambition to transition from its traditional “collect and dump” approach to a more sustainable waste management system centred on recycling can only be achieved through deliberate government policies, regulations and financial support.According to him, while recycling remains one of the most effective ways of reducing the volume of waste sent to landfill sites, its successful implementation requires a coordinated national strategy backed by legislation, enforcement mechanisms and investment.Dr. Dagadu made the remarks during an interview on the Citi Breakfast Show on Tuesday, July 7, while…

Ghana declines Ramaphosa state visit request over xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa 3News

Why Zenwood’s one-bedroom apartments present a rare investment opportunity in airport residentialIn real estate, the best investments are often identified by investing in the right product, which is characterized by a simple formula: the right location, the right price, the right amenities, and the right fixtures, which results in strong rental demand and high yields.Finding all these in today’s Accra market is becoming increasingly difficult, particularly in premium locations where prices have risen significantly over the past few years.This is what makes Zenwood a compelling opportunity in Ghana at the moment. Located in Airport Residential Area, one of Accra’s most…

This year’s Ghana International Petroleum Conference (GhIPCon 2026) will take place on July 16 and 17 at the Palms Convention Centre of the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra. This year’s conference, which is the seventh edition, will climax with the second edition of the Ghana Downstream Awards and Gala Night 2026 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra, on Saturday, July 18. The GhIPCon is being organised by the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), in partnership with the Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD) and the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC). It is under the auspices of…

The Cambridge University Rugby League team has arrived in Ghana ahead of a landmark week-long tour aimed at strengthening international sporting links and supporting the continued growth of rugby league in West Africa.The touring squad landed in Accra on Monday evening to begin a seven-day programme of competitive fixtures, coaching, school visits and community engagement.Organised by the Rugby League Federation Ghana (RLFG), the tour reflects the growing relationship between Ghanaian rugby league and one of England’s oldest and most prestigious university sporting institutions.The visit follows the successful tour of the Oxford University Rugby League Club in 2022, further highlighting Ghana’s…

Bishop Gideon Titi-Ofei, Founder and Chancellor of the University of Gold Coast (UGC) and Presiding Bishop of Pleasant Place Church, has been admitted as a Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute, UK, and awarded the professional designation Chartered Manager, with the post-nominals CMgr FCMI.Bishop Titi-Ofei is believed to be among a few leaders in Ghana to have attained this level of recognition from the Chartered Management Institute, a distinction that affirms sustained leadership practice, institutional contribution and professional credibility.This recognition is significant not merely as a personal honour, but as an acknowledgement of a long and interdisciplinary leadership trajectory…

No visit for Ramaphosa – Ghana rejects South African President’s request over xenophobic attacks Featured Pacome Emmanuel Damalie Jul – 07 – 2026 , 08:41 2 minutes read The government has declined a request for a state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, citing heightened concerns over recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa that have affected Ghanaian nationals. According to Daily Graphic’s diplomatic sources in Accra and Pretoria, the decision followed a surge in anti-foreigner violence in parts of South Africa in recent weeks that has led to the repatriation of approximately 1,000 Ghanaians, with an additional 900 Ghanaians…

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There was a time in Ghana when calling someone meant enduring that monotonous “tring-tring” limbo. Then came Caller Ring Back Tones (CRBTs), a small technological tweak that turned waiting into a vibe. Instead of sterile ringing, callers were greeted by highlife classics, gospel choruses, or the latest Afrobeats hits. It felt personal. It felt modern. More importantly, it felt like progress for Ghanaian music.Telecom giants, particularly MTN Ghana with its “CallerTunez” service, rode that wave brilliantly in the mid-to-late 2000s. By around 2008, CRBTs had become a cultural staple across Africa, and Ghana was no exception. Subscribers loved it. Artists…

7 Years on the run: Convicted fraudster ‘Chad’ arrested while trying to flee Ghana Featured GraphicOnline Jul – 07 – 2026 , 06:59 1 minute read The Ghana Police Service has arrested Eric Afoakwa, also known as “Chad”, a convicted fraudster who had been on the run for seven years after being sentenced to eight years in prison for money laundering, defrauding by false pretences, forgery of official documents, and tax evasion. Afoakwa was convicted in absentia by the Accra High Court in 2019 on five out of six counts.  The court, presided over by Justice Georgina Mensah Datsa, ordered…

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The Finance Ministry has disclosed that $4.2 million transferred from the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project for Covid-19 expenditure under the Akufo-Addo administration remains unretired.Technical Advisor at the Finance Ministry, Frederick Amissah, said there had been no delays in the release of GARID funds, contrary to suggestions that funding bottlenecks had slowed implementation.Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday, July 6, he stressed that GARID was one of several World Bank-funded projects and the funds involved were loans that Ghana is obliged to repay.“There haven’t been any delays in the release of funds,” he said, insisting the…

Arrests and prosecutions alone will not stop Ghana’s digital fraud problem, Economist and Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin, has warned.He says the country must pair enforcement with stronger financial literacy and basic cybersecurity education as more people rely on mobile money, banking apps and other digital payment platforms.“The law alone does not solve that problem. You also need higher public education. Higher financial literacy also helps, so that people understand how they use it and how they can protect their passwords,” Prof. Bokpin said.The economist was speaking in a yet-to-be-aired documentary, “The Trust…

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has rejected claims that government officials or external actors influence player selection for the Black Stars. His comments come after Ghana’s disappointing early exit from the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the Black Stars reached the knockout stage for the first time since 2010 before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Speaking in an interview with Joy News, Mr Adams insisted that the roles and responsibilities within Ghana football are clearly defined, with player selection falling solely under the authority of the national team head coach.…

Ghana’s exit from the ongoing FIFA World Cup has reignited debate over the future of the Black Stars, with the Africa Development Council (ADC) urging greater investment in local coaches instead of relying on foreign appointments.Following Ghana’s Round of 32 exit, Mr Carlos Queiroz, the veteran Portuguese coach appointed in April 2026 on a four-month contract that was due to expire at the end of July, stepped down as head coach of the Black Stars, saying that “Black Stars success must start off the field.”In a statement issued after the tournament by Dr Bright Atsu Sogbey, President of ADC, and…

Economist Professor Peter Quartey has called on the government to complement its renewed commitment to external debt repayments with increased financial support for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) and other public institutions, arguing that fiscal discipline should also be reflected in the timely release of domestic funds.His remarks follow the Ministry of Finance’s announcement that Ghana had settled a US$700 million Eurobond debt service obligation ahead of schedule.The payment, completed on July 2, comprised US$525.2 million in principal and US$174.8 million in interest, bringing the country’s total repayments to Eurobond holders since January 2025 to US$2.1 billion under its…

Nana Ama Bonsu has been chosen as the new Asantehemaa.  The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Monday named Nana Ama Bonsu as the 15th Asantehemaa in line with Asante tradition. She takes over from the late Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III, the 14th Asantehemaa, who died in August 2025. Her appointment took place on July 6, 2026, and her reign begins immediately.  Nana Ama Bonsu was officially outdoored as the new Asantehemaa (Queen Mother) on Monday (July 6, 2026) at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. She is a sister of the late Nana Akwasi Agyemang, a former and long time…

The FIFA Member Association (MA) Elite Refereeing Course will be held at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram from July 9 to July 14, 2026, The six-day programme forms part of FIFA’s continuous efforts to enhance the standards of refereeing across its Member Associations through education, technical development and physical conditioning. The course will bring together 37 officials, comprising referees and assistant referees, who will undergo intensive theoretical and practical training aimed at improving their performance on the field. FIFA has appointed renowned referee instructors to lead the programme. Egypt’s Essameldin Abdelfattah Hassan Abdelhamid will serve as the…

Once upon a time in the Republic of Uncommon Sense, rain understood boundaries.Rain fell on roofs and remained outside. People remained indoors. This arrangement was simple, ancient and generally respected by all parties.The clouds gathered. The wind blew. Mothers rushed outside to rescue clothes from drying lines. Children were summoned indoors with the urgency usually reserved for impending punishment. Windows were closed, and where the roof had acquired one or two unofficial openings, a basin was strategically positioned beneath the leak.Then the family settled down.The rain did its work outside, while the home did its work inside. For generations, this…

By Rebecca Asheley Amarh, GNA Nungua, July 06, GNA – The Tema West Municipal Assembly (TWMA) has urged the youth of Nungua to celebrate this year’s Homowo Festival peacefully and refrain from abusing drugs. The Assembly stressed that the youth had a critical role in the country’s future development. Mr Ludwig Teye Totimeh, the Tema West Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), made the call when the Assembly presented assorted food items and drinks to traditional authorities in Nungua ahead of the annual Homowo Festival. The items donated by the TWMA included bags of maize, palm oil, fish, bottled water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. Mr Totimeh advised the youth to exercise restraint throughout the festivities and avoid harmful substances that could negatively affect their health and future. He said the youth should remain focused, exhibit good behaviour and prepare themselves to assume…

Professor of Economics at the University of Ghana, Godfred Alufar BokpinProfessor of Economics at the University of Ghana, Godfred Alufar Bokpin, has described the government’s decision to settle its US$700 million Eurobond obligation ahead of schedule as positive for the country’s economy.He asserted that the move will help strengthen investor confidence and reinforce the country’s credibility in the international debt market.However, he cautioned that the payment would not immediately translate into improved living conditions for Ghanaians, citing the country’s competing fiscal demands and limited resources.Prof. Bokpin made the remarks in an interview on JoyNews on Monday, July 6, following…