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Ghana’s democratic experiment is under siege—not from external enemies, but from within. The greatest threat to accountability today is not simply corruption in high office, but the deliberate weaponisation of vulnerable youth as partisan shields against justice. When state institutions attempt to enforce anti-graft laws, they are frequently met not with sober legal defenses but with mobilised, rowdy crowds intent on obstructing accountability. This toxic cycle undermines the very foundations of the Fourth Republic and degrades the rule of law. The Systemic Corruption CycleThe weaponisation of public dissent functions as a self-sustaining loop that paralyses state oversight: Diversion of Public…
How are digitalisation and artificial intelligence transforming the global agricultural market? Who will control the new infrastructure of the agricultural sector – food producers or the owners of data and digital platforms? Read more in the TV BRICS articleJuly 14 (TV BRICS/GNA) – Agriculture is becoming one of the key areas of technological transformation in the Global South. Population growth, climate change, limited natural resources and the need to improve production efficiency are accelerating the adoption of digital technologies, artificial intelligence and automated systems. These technologies help to increase crop yields, use resources more efficiently and improve the management of…
FIFA officials will look at the possibility of expanding the World Cup by another 16 teams before the 2030 event, President Gianni Infantino said in an interview. Infantino told Bluewin, a Swiss media outlet, that growing from 48 to 64 teams could make sense. “That’s definitely an issue that will be examined and discussed in the relevant committees after this World Cup,” he told Bluewin. “When organizing a World Cup, it’s important to organize it for the whole world not just Europe and South America but effectively the entire world. Every nation should be allowed to dream of participating in…
The African private equity landscape, once hailed as the next frontier for high-growth returns, is confronting a sobering reality. As firms contend with currency volatility, post COVID migraines, regulatory bottlenecks, and the sheer complexity of infrastructure finance, high-profile setbacks involving former heavyweights such as Emerging Capital Partners (ECP), The Carlyle Group, and Helios Investment Group illustrate how quickly the promise of Africa can turn perilous. Helios Investment Group and the Tema LNG Debacle Perhaps no single investment better captures the perils of African infrastructure finance than Helios Investment Group’s failed Tema LNG project in Ghana. Eight years ago, Helios…
The country’s small-scale miners are on course to produce another record amount of gold this year, extending their lead over large commercial mining companies and strengthening Ghana’s economic recovery as Africa’s largest gold producer. The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) said it purchased between 50 and 54 metric tonnes of gold from artisanal and small-scale miners during the first half of 2026 alone, putting the country on track to match or even surpass last year’s record production. “We are around 50-54 metric tonnes this year. At this rate, we are likely to match or even surpass last year’s…
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET) has warned that intermittent rain and thunderstorms will affect several parts of the country on Wednesday, July 15, as a band of low clouds over southern Ghana combines with a weak rainstorm moving westwards across the country’s northern frontier. In its latest weather update, GMET said the cloud system over southern Ghana is expected to generate intermittent slight to moderate rainfall along the coast and adjoining inland areas during the morning hours. At the same time, a weak to moderate rainstorm observed along the northern border of Ghana and Togo is forecast to move westwards,…
Ask Eva Okyere where she feels most at home, press box, stadium, courtroom or disciplinary committee table, and she does not pause for even a second. “Stadium,” she says. No hesitation. Just that. It is the kind of answer that tells you everything about a woman who has spent her entire adult life sitting in rooms that were not built with her in mind, and thriving in every single one of them. Eva is a Senior Associate and Head of Litigation at Ghartey and Ghartey, one of Ghana’s most respected law firms. She serves on the Appeals Committee of the…
Kwame Dadzie ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALIST, Kwame Dadzie, has responded to growing allegations that Ghanaian media fails to support local artistes and creatives when they have projects to promote. The comments follow complaints from some industry players who say their work is overlooked. In a post on Facebook, Kwame Dadzie created a scenario of how artistes lament: “I toured Europe and performed to big audiences, but the Ghanaian media didn’t talk about it. These media people will never talk about the good things we do. I am surprised no blogger or journalist has said anything about this Ghanaian film making it…
Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, aka COKA Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, widely known as COKA, an aspiring Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has pledged to construct an additional multi-purpose office complex for the party in the Ashanti Region if elected. According to him, he will cut the sod for the construction of the multi-purpose facility within his first 100 days in office, in addition to ensuring that work begins on the regional party office. He also assured party members that he would complete whatever aspects of the existing office project remain unfinished to ensure the region…
Ghana Black Queens are preparing very hard for the upcoming 2026 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) with another high-profile international friendly against the Super Falcons of Nigeria on Saturday, July 18, 2026. The eagerly anticipated encounter will take place at the Stade El Abir Zaouli and is scheduled to kick off at 4:00 pm. The Black Queens head into the clash on the back of a confidence-boosting 1-0 victory over Ivory Coast, courtesy of a 75th-minute strike from Sharon Sampson in the opening pre-tournament friendly. The match against the Super Falcons is expected to offer a stern test…
Ernest Brogya Genfi demolishing one of the old Burma Camp structures The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is set to begin a massive GH¢190 million redevelopment of Burma Camp, aimed at replacing aging barracks with modern, multi-level family housing and multi-purpose office complexes. The project is expected to be completed within nine months. The initiative covers three key projects: the El-Wak Redevelopment Project, the Post Office Redevelopment Project, and the Burma Camp Redevelopment Project. Together, they are designed to address the military’s housing deficit and significantly improve living conditions for personnel. Currently, the El-Wak site has 18 blocks of accommodation…
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has raised concerns over the growing influence of money in politics, warning that the escalating cost of contesting elections is undermining democracy by making political leadership increasingly inaccessible to ordinary citizens.He said the commercialisation of politics was transforming public office from a position of trust into an investment, with some politicians seeking to recover the enormous financial resources expended in securing electoral victory.”When money becomes a principal determinant of political success, democracy risks becoming inaccessible to ordinary citizens. Public office is then viewed less as a public trust and more as an…
Comparative Perspectives: How Other Countries Support Ageing with Dignity The shift in Ghana from the traditional extended family system toward a more nuclear family structure has intensified challenges associated with elderly care by weakening intergenerational household support. Economic pressures and urban migration have further contributed to the decline of the extended family system, which previously served as a primary source of care for older persons. Consequently, many elderly individuals are increasingly left alone during the day, even when they reside within family households. Ghana continues to rely largely on fragmented policy measures and family-based care arrangements. In contrast, several…
Dancehall singer Cinderella Sanyu, has been nominated in the 2018 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. The former blu3 singer is categorised in the group of Non-Nigerian Best Lead Role In Film along with fellow Ugandan actor and producer Rushabiro Raymond who is one of the original fun factory members. The two were nominated alongside other renowned film actors like Chris Attoh (Esohe), Pearl Thusi (Catching Feelings), Nyce Wanjeri(Auntie Boss) and Adjetey Anang (Keteke) for the prize. Cindy Sanyu was nominated for her role in the movie (Bella) and Rushabiro for (The Torture) movie that has seen him nominated in several awards.
Africa’s biggest celebration of DJ excellence takes centre stage once again as the 2026 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards, powered by Smirnoff, officially launches on Saturday, August 1, 2026, marking the beginning of Ghana’s official DJ season.The launch event, hosted by Eden Gardens Hotel, will unveil the vision for the 2026 edition, introduce this year’s theme, and outline the calendar of activities leading up to the awards ceremony. It also signals the beginning of months of exciting industry engagements, activations, educational initiatives, performances, and competitive events designed to celebrate the DJs and creatives who continue to shape Ghana’s music and entertainment…
One moment, Prophet Isaac Owusu Bempah publicly warned that electing Mr. John Dramani Mahama as President of Ghana would bring disaster upon the nation. The remarks attracted widespread attention and fueled intense political and religious debate across the country. At another moment, the same prophet publicly declared that God had chosen Mr. John Dramani Mahama to become Ghana’s next President after Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The nation watched as prayers were offered and blessings pronounced upon the then-presidential candidate. Months later, Ghana continues to face significant national challenges. Floods have devastated communities, destroyed homes and businesses, and claimed lives. Economic…
Carlos Queiroz Carlos Queiroz is set to remain in charge of the Black Stars after the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation agreed to retain the experienced Portuguese coach beyond the expiration of his initial four-month contract. Following consultations between the two institutions after Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, both the GFA and the Sports Ministry settled on Queiroz as the right man to continue leading the Black Stars into a new era. The veteran tactician is expected to sign a two-year contract, with his primary mandate being to guide Ghana…
GAC: Bono records 1,145 new HIV cases between January and May 2026 3News
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has urged Parliament to urgently programme the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice to appear and brief the House about the manner the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has been effecting the arrest of persons of interest. He said Dr Dominic Ayine must explain to the House why EOCO would arrest and detain in custody for three days the former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation, Dennis Aboagye. “Mr Speaker, we are a House with oversight responsibility, and there are things that are happening that if we do not talk about today,…
A staff member of the Graphic Communications Group Ltd (GCGL), Aliu Mahama, has been assaulted by some police officers from the Nungua Police Station after he was mistaken for an armed robber at GREDA Estate in Accra. Mr Mahama, who works with the Transport Unit of GCGL, said the incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Monday (July 13, 2026) night when he had gone out to buy kenkey for his children. The incident “After buying the kenkey and trying to contact my children to come and collect the food, I saw a vehicle coming. When it got closer, one man…
Once upon a time in the Republic of Uncommon Sense, the government gave some citizens chickens and asked them to create wealth. The idea was simple enough. Rear the birds, sell some, keep some, multiply the flock and gradually build a small poultry business. In the language of policy experts, this was called economic empowerment. In the language of some beneficiaries, however, it appears to have been called Sunday lunch. The Minister for Food and Agriculture has expressed concern that some beneficiaries of the Nkoko Nkitinkiti initiative have begun slaughtering and eating the birds distributed to them for rearing.…
Popular Nollywood actor Stan Nze has warmed hearts on social media after openly expressing his admiration for his wife, Blessing Jessica Obasi-Nze, saying he loves her full figure.See the Full V!deo The actor made the remarks during an appearance on The Morayo Show, hosted by television personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown. When asked about the benefits of being married to a full-figured woman, Stan responded with humour, saying there is “so much to hold on to.” He joked, “I have plenty; there’s so much to hold on to. My plates and hands are always full.” Moving beyond the lighthearted comment, Stan explained…
Some of the contestants with Inna Patty (4th from Left) and men from Bus Stop Boys Contestants of the Miss Ghana 2026 pageant, led by the Chairperson of the Miss Ghana Foundation, Inna Patty, Esq., on Saturday joined the National Clean-Up Exercise following President John Mahama’s directive to restore cleanliness across the country. Working alongside the Bus Stop Boys and staff of BOST Energies, the contestants and the Miss Ghana Foundation team cleaned gutters, streets and public spaces in East Legon, Bawaleshi and Shiashi, contributing to ongoing efforts to improve sanitation and promote civic responsibility in Accra. The exercise…
Late Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya Naa, Abukari Mahama II Information gathered by DAILY GUIDE, indicates that the Overlord of Dagbon, Ndan Ya Naa, Abukari Mahama II, has died. The late Overlord of Dagbon, is said to have died in South Africa where he traveled for medical treatment after a short illness. Kuga Naa, Adam Abdulai II who is the Head of the Dagbon Kingmakers announced the overlord’s death amidst traditional drumming at the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi in the Northern region. Ndan Ya Naa, Abukari II,has since been buried in accordance with the customs and traditions of Dagbon. However,…
After finishing third in 2022 and falling short of expectations at the 2024 edition, Zambia head to the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 determined to establish themselves among Africa’s elite.With one of the continent’s most feared attacking units and new head coach Nora Häuptle at the helm, the Copper Queens will be aiming to lift the Women’s AFCON trophy for the first time. Nickname: Copper QueensAppearances: 6Last appearance: 2024Best finish: Third place (2022)FIFA Ranking: 64thCAF Ranking: 4thHead Coach: Nora HäuptleRoad to the TournamentAs one of Africa’s six highest-ranked teams in the FIFA Women’s World Ranking, Zambia entered the qualifiers in the second round.The Copper Queens…
The ICE (Italian Trade Agency) office, in collaboration with BolognaFiere and Accadueo (H2O), organized the workshop “Italy–Ghana Water Technology” in Accra, aimed at promoting commercial partnerships, technology transfer, and cooperation between Ghanaian stakeholders and leading Italian companies providing solutions for the water sector. Nine Italian companies participated in the event, and their representatives conducted a series of visits to industrial facilities, institutions, and public service agencies in the city of Accra. The event, which focused on water treatment, wastewater management, filtration technologies, and sustainable water infrastructure, was opened with remarks by the Italian Ambassador to Accra, Laura Ranalli, the…
Nuru Pardie And Samira Zongo Nuru Pardie, 48, and Burkina Faso’s Samira Zongo, 20, won the men’s and women’s titles at Ghana’s first Bahati Cycling Classic in Accra on Sunday. Pardie, a veteran rider, completed the men’s race at the Accra Sports Stadium in Osu in 1 hour, 21 minutes and 28 seconds, taking the inaugural men’s title in a field that mixed Ghanaian regulars with visiting international riders. Zongo covered the women’s 16.5 kilometer course in 29 minutes and 34.03 seconds, giving Burkina Faso the win in the event’s first women’s race. Abigail Mensah of the Ghana Police Service…
Dead! Selorm Kwaku Tettey A 44-year-old headteacher, Selorm Kwaku Tettey, popularly known as ‘TK,’ has been found dead in a guest house in Akatsi in the Volta Region under circumstances yet to be established. Mr. Tettey, the Headteacher of Glikpome Basic School in the Akatsi South Municipality, was discovered lying lifeless on a bed in a room at the Joli Bebe Guest House at about 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. According to information gathered, the body was discovered by a worker of the guest house who entered the room to carry out routine housekeeping duties and immediately…
The Writer “Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.” — Psalm 71:9 The tragedy of aging is not that people grow old; the tragedy is what society often does to them when they do. There comes a time in every life when strength gives way to frailty, and those who once carried us in their arms need our hands to support them. Some sit by the window each day, hoping that someone will visit. Some smile when they hear their children’s voices, not because they need money, but…
Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah Gunshots rang out at the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) constituency executive elections at Wiamoase in the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency of the Ashanti Region yesterday, as police arrested media personality, Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah, following clashes over a reported court injunction. The unrest erupted at the polling centre after Okatakyie Afrifa, who hails from the constituency, reportedly arrived with some supporters to serve what was described as a court injunction seeking to halt the election. Eyewitnesses said armed police officers prevented him from entering the polling station, triggering a confrontation between security personnel and some of his…
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs CorrespondentThe World Bank has downgraded Ghana’s Energy Sector Recovery Programme from “Moderately Satisfactory” to “Unsatisfactory”. This status change marks a significant setback for the nation’s attempt to stabilize its electricity market. The move follows an implementation review dated June 30, 2026, which highlights that the program has fallen behind schedule. The Bank cites a combination of financing constraints, election-related disruptions, and administrative delays as the primary drivers of this decline.Fiscal hurdles and policy frictionThe latest assessment points toward systemic administrative barriers as the root cause of the current slowdown. Analysts highlight a recurring lack…
Heavy morning thunderstorms and rain are expected to persist across parts of northern and transition zone Ghana on Monday, July 13, while some coastal and middle sector communities are also likely to experience localised rainfall, according to the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET). The agency’s latest 18-hour weather forecast, valid from 6:00 a.m., indicates that mist and fog patches will also affect forested and mountainous areas during the early hours, reducing visibility for motorists and commuters. GMET forecasts that the northern and transition belts will bear the brunt of the morning storms, with moderate weather impacts expected over parts of the…
By Lydia Kukua Asamoah Accra, July 13, GNA –The Reverend Professor Eric Ofosu Antwi of the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Sunyani, has emphasised the importance of comprehensive national planning that incorporates the expressed needs and views of citizens to drive sustainable national development. “Until we in Ghana stop listening to manifestos, we should forget it. There should be no political manifesto. The national development plan should be the manifesto of every political party and tell us how you are going to get us to that place …don’t bring us any different thing, he said. “So that when somebody starts something…
Across Africa, policymakers, urban planners, and development experts continue to search for practical models capable of accelerating economic growth while promoting social inclusion, entrepreneurship, and cultural integration. While attention is often focused on national capitals and major commercial centers such as Accra, Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg, some of the most important lessons for Africa’s future may be emerging from rapidly expanding secondary cities and municipalities. The World Bank has repeatedly emphasized that secondary cities are increasingly becoming important drivers of national economic growth, urban productivity, and employment creation, citing examples from countries such as China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam, where…
The Bank of Ghana has cautioned that Ghana’s remaining external debt restructuring negotiations could create short-term external payment pressures, potentially testing the cedi and increasing the country’s future debt servicing obligations despite improving fiscal performance.In its May 2026 Monetary Policy Report, the central bank said the completion of the outstanding debt restructuring negotiations may have implications for the domestic currency and require stronger domestic savings to meet future external debt service obligations.It stressed that sustained accumulation of foreign exchange reserves will be critical to meeting upcoming external debt payments and safeguarding macroeconomic stability.The warning comes even as the Bank reports…
The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government has transferred GH¢400 million to an escrow account at the Bank of Ghana as the capitalisation amount for the proposed Women’s Development Bank. He said with the amount already deposited, the government had already met the critical capitalisation requirement for the bank’s take-off. He said the payment would enable the central bank to begin its regulatory assessment and licensing processes to enable the bank to commence operations. “For your information, we have paid GH¢400 million, being the capitalisation amount, into an escrow account at the Bank of Ghana.…
Every few years, Ghana turns the International Monetary Fund into a national villain. Politicians denounce foreign intrusion, commentators lament lost sovereignty, and public debate fills with familiar indignation. But this ritual outrage obscures the real issue. The IMF does not create Ghana’s economic crises; it enters when those crises can no longer be concealed. By the time a country seeks Fund support, reserves are depleted, inflation is surging, the currency is under pressure, and markets have stopped believing the official story. The real question is not why Ghana goes to the IMF, but why it repeatedly governs itself into a…
The governments of Ivory Coast and Ghana have committed to strengthening cooperation and raising pay for cocoa farmers in the region, as the sector seeks to recover from major economic tests and environmental challenges, writes Neill Barston.Notably, the two neighbouring nations recently held a joint summit to discuss prospects for the hard-hit industry which remains vital to both countries’ export business, providing the world’s confectionery and chocolate markets with around two thirds of cocoa supplies.Alessane Ouattara, president of Ivory Coast and John Mahama met to develop an economic plan for the sector, in light of major price fluctuations, which saw…
Petroleum Commissions of the Gambia and Ghana Sign MoU to Strengthen Regulatory Cooperation and Capacity Development The Petroleum Commission of The Gambia and the Petroleum Commission of Ghana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a formal framework for cooperation in the regulation and management of the upstream petroleum sector. The MoU was signed by the Director General of the Petroleum Commission of The Gambia, Engr. Cany Jobe, and the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission of Ghana, Ms. Emeafa Hardcastle, following a three-day institutional visit by a high-level Ghanaian delegation. During the visit, the Ghanaian…
The Commonwealth Games Association (CGA) of Ghana has officially unveiled Team Ghana’s squad for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, announcing a 38-member team that will represent the nation across nine disciplines. The selected athletes have earned their places through outstanding performances and a rigorous selection process, the CGA said in a statement released on Monday, July 13, 2026. The squad now enters the final phase of preparation with intensified training, sports science support, and international-standard performance programmes. Ghana will field athletes in athletics, boxing, judo, para-athletics, para-powerlifting, para-swimming, swimming, track cycling, and weightlifting. The squad includes 13 track and field…
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IMF: The global economy has so far weathered the shock from the war better than feared 3News
Firefighters from the Suhum Municipal Fire Station of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) have rescued a driver who became trapped after a HOWO tanker veered off the Accra–Kumasi Highway into a nearby bush at Amanase in the Eastern Region.The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, July 12, 2026, involving a HOWO tanker with registration number 11 AG 2649, which was travelling from Kumasi to Accra.A seven-member rescue team from the Suhum Municipal Fire Station responded swiftly to the scene and used specialised rescue equipment to extricate the trapped driver from the wreckage.After the rescue operation, the victim…
I pray President Mahama signs the Community Service Bill quickly for its implementation – Edudzi 3News
This year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates will start selecting their second cycle schools from Monday, July 20 to August 7, 2026, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has said. It has consequently directed regional directors of education to inform all metropolitan, municipal and district directors of education within their jurisdiction “to ensure their full participation” in the exercise. The GES, in a circular to all regional directors of education signed by the Director of Schools and Instructions Division of the GES, Prince Agyemang-Duah, invited all metropolitan, municipal and district directors of education to attend a training and sensitisation exercise…
By Andrew Unutame Popular comedian, skit maker and digital content creator, Ernest Tedjeye Oruese, widely known as HK Chairman, has continued to gain recognition in Nigeria’s entertainment industry through his unique brand of comedy and engaging online content. The Delta State-born entertainer, who is also known online as Diamonddc, has built a growing fan base across various social media platforms. Born on August 15, 1996, in Warri, Delta State, HK Chairman hails from Okpare-Olomu in Ughelli South Local Government Area, while his maternal roots trace back to Okpara Waterside in Ethiope East Local Government Area of the state. He is…
Government intensifies maternal deaths campaign, emergency care training 3News
Ghana Meteorological Agency issued a forecast warning of thunderstorms and rain over northern and transition belt areas on Monday morningResidents in forest and hilly areas faced reduced visibility due to early morning mist and fogSunny intervals were expected to spread across the country in the afternoon before thunderstorms returned later in the dayThe Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued its morning weather forecast for Monday, July 13, 2026, predicting a mixed day of rain, fog, sunshine, and returning storms across several parts of the country.GMet warned that the day would open with thunderstorms and rainfall affecting communities in the northern…
Ghana remains one of Africa’s most peaceful countries – Interior Minister 3News
Stanbic Bank Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability with a large-scale tree planting exercise aimed at supporting Ghana’s climate resilience efforts and reducing carbon emissions. The initiative, which forms part of the bank’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) agenda, saw hundreds of staff participate in the planting of more than 10,000 trees at one of three designated locations across the country: Chipa, Juaso and Tamale. The exercise contributes to the bank’s broader target of planting 50,000 trees this year and one million trees in the long term. During the exercise, the Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Ghana, Kwamina…