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Blaze engulfs shops opposite Accra Central Police Station – Firefighter injured Featured GraphicOnline Jun – 03 – 2026 , 22:22 2 minutes read Firefighters are battling a major blaze after fire engulfed buildings housing shops directly opposite the Accra Central Police Station, destroying property worth tens of thousands of cedis. The Ghana National Fire Service confirmed that personnel from the Accra City Fire Station are on the ground at the Central Police Station area working to bring the fire under control. Additional support has been deployed, with three extra fire pumps drawn from the Ministries, Parliament and Industrial Area Fire…
The Paramount Chief of Buipe, Buipewura Abdulai Jinapor II, has honoured the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, for what he described as his leadership and contribution to Ghana’s economic transformation.The recognition was conferred during a courtesy visit by the traditional ruler to GoldBod, where he presented Sammy Gyamfi with a traditional smock and a symbolic spear medal.The symbolic spear medal is regarded as one of the highest honours in Gonjaland and was presented as a mark of appreciation for the GoldBod CEO’s service to the country.In a statement issued via social media on Thursday, June 4, GoldBod said…
The Spanish gastronomic and trade exhibition, “Taste Spain Accra”, returns to Accra on Thursday, June 18, 2026.It is an initiative to connect Ghanaian food and wine professionals to Spanish exporters and distributors, it is scheduled to take place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra from 10am to 5pm.Announcing the event, the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in Accra has indicated that the eight edition being held this year will bring together Spanish food and beverage companies with Ghanaian importers, distributors, hospitality professionals and other key players from the sector.The event is organised with the…
Nominations for the second edition of the Ghana AI Awards are set to close on June 15, ahead of the Ghana AI Summit and Awards scheduled for July 29 and 30.The awards scheme seeks to recognise individuals, startups, companies and institutions contributing to the growth and application of artificial intelligence in Ghana.In a statement issued on Thursday, June 4, the organisers described the awards as a platform aimed at encouraging innovation within Ghana’s emerging AI ecosystem.“The Ghana AI Awards is more than a recognition platform; it is a catalyst for innovation, celebrating excellence, rewarding pioneers, and strengthening the ecosystem that…
As African leaders are demanding that former colonisers compensate for the wealth and power built through slavery, the French President Emmanuel Macron is continuing his Africa charm offensive despite refusing to take responsibility. But across the continent, African unity is rapidly becoming the primary force enabling African nations to break free from Paris’ postcolonial shadow. With countries in North and West Africa turning to China for financial alternatives in development funding, such as infrastructure investment, and political alignment. The changes are steadily helping dismantle the pillars that once propped up French influence in West Africa. Only last week, France moved…
Priscywan TikToker, Priscywan, has revealed that after years of uncensored trolling on social media for her facial features, she had to undergo facial surgery to correct the abnormalities. Speaking on Emelia Brobbey’s “Okukuseku” talk show, Priscywan stated that a beauty facial surgeon reached out to her on TikTok after observing the numerous hate coming from the comments section. “You see, with the contents that I produced, my face always show and there were a lot of bullying towards me, because I have a symmetrical face. So a lady DM me saying she is into facial profiling and she has…
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has signed a binding feedstock agreement with Numatter Recycling Technologies Limited (NRTL) for Ghana’s first industrial-scale plastic-to-fuel pyrolysis plant.Under the agreement, NRTL is expected to convert more than 100 tonnes of plastic waste daily into premium-grade petrol, diesel, kerosene and activated carbon.The initiative is aimed at addressing Accra’s growing waste management challenges while generating valuable energy products.A statement issued by Numatter Recycling Technologies Limited and shared with The Ghanaian Times in Accra yesterday indicated that under the agreement, the AMA would coordinate and channel post-collection plastic waste streams from across the metropolis to the facility.It…
In the landscape of rural development, the transition from subsistence to sustainability is often cited as a goal; however, it is rarely measured with the precision of a fintech operation. Reflecting on the insights shared during the inaugural Financial Inclusion for Last Mile Actors (FILMA) Learning Event at the Accra Marriott Hotel, which hosted over 230 stakeholders, it is clear that the “last mile” is no longer the end of the road, but rather the starting point for systemic economic transformation. Program Context: A Multi-Partner Vision For Rural Ghana Implemented by Temple Investments in partnership with the Mastercard…
Kwame Baffoe is Bono Regional Chairman of NPP An Accra High Court has ordered the remand of the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, widely known as Abronye DC, into police custody after he failed to surrender his passport as required under his bail conditions in a pending criminal case.Several reports indicate that the court revoked his bail after establishing that he had not complied with the directive.Abronye DC, however, was not present in court when the ruling was delivered.’I was surprised at the judge’ – Abronye speaks on court’s bail rulingThe NPP regional chairman…
Ghana’s year-on-year inflation rate rose to 3.7 per cent in May 2026, up from 3.4 per cent in April, marking the second consecutive monthly increase after fifteen months of steady decline, according to data released by the Ghana Statistical Service on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The Consumer Price Index for May 2026 stood at 270.2, compared with 260.5 in May 2025, translating into a 1.1 per cent month-on-month increase in the general price level between April and May 2026. Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, presenting the data in Accra, said the steady drop in inflation from 18.4 per cent in…
The Ghana Air Sports Federation (GASF), in partnership with the Esports Association Ghana, has officially launched the campaign for the maiden edition of the DGN Drone League and Zen Palms Drone Championship, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at discovering and developing Ghana’s next generation of drone sports athletes. As part of preparations for the championship, Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, has become the first senior high school selected to participate in what organizers describe as Ghana’s first-ever Drone League for second-cycle institutions. The campaign will feature a nationwide tour to introduce drone sports to participating schools and institutions, followed…
Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to attracting investment and strengthening economic ties with the United Kingdom, as the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 drew to a close with renewed calls for deeper collaboration between investors and government.Delivering the closing address, the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Mrs Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, said Ghana was ready to work with investors to drive economic growth through strategic partnerships.She described the summit as a reflection of the growing economic relationship between Ghana and the United Kingdom and reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining a business-friendly environment for both local and foreign investors.According to the Minister,…
Residents in parts of Accra West are experiencing power outages following a technical challenge on the network operated by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).The affected areas include Mamprobi, Camara, Interplast, Starwin, Pega Transport, Adabraka Rainbow, Adabraka Roman Boys, Odawna and Agbogbloshie Galaway, among others.The disruption, which began on Thursday, June 4, has left several homes and businesses without electricity.“The Electricity Company of Ghana, Accra West Region, wishes to inform our cherished customers and the general public in the underlisted areas that the outage being experienced is as a result of a technical challenge in our network,” ECG stated in…
Nigerian woman jailed 7 years for human trafficking and sexual exploitation in Ghana 3News
The owner and chairman of English Premier League side Sunderland AFC, Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, has led a delegation to call on the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Bagbin, in Accra, as part of efforts to institutionalise a strategic partnership between the club and Ghana. The visit follows a recent trip by the Speaker to the headquarters of the Premier League club, which forms part of ongoing discussions around the annual Democracy Cup match initiated by the Speaker. Addressing a team of ministers and chief executive officers of corporate institutions, Mr Louis-Dreyfus said the visit was in response to the…
The High Street Business Logo Let me start with a confession. I am the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The High Street Business. So take what follows with whatever grain of salt you deem appropriate. But I am also a businessman, a strategist, and a student of Ghana’s media landscape. And what I have learned over the past few years is this: the loudest voices are not always the most valuable. The most viral stories are not always the most useful. And the publications that scream the loudest are not necessarily the ones that last. In a digital era defined by…
Survivors of the June 3 flood and fire disaster have called on President John Dramani Mahama to ensure justice and compensation for victims as part of his government’s “Resetting Ghana” agenda.They made the appeal during a press conference in Accra yesterday, as they marked 11 years since the tragedy that claimed more than 150 lives.The survivors and families of the deceased also expressed concern over delays in the determination of a lawsuit filed in 2015 over the incident.The event was organised by the OneGhana Movement in collaboration with representatives of the June 3 victims.The Convener of the OneGhana Movement, Mr…
Ederson Manchester United have taken a significant step in their summer rebuilding plans after agreeing a £35 million (€40.5 million) deal with Italian side Atalanta for Brazilian midfielder Ederson. The 26-year-old is expected to undergo a medical in the coming weeks, with the transfer likely to be finalised in early July ahead of United’s return for pre-season training. United’s move for Ederson highlights the club’s determination to strengthen their midfield options following the departure of veteran Brazilian, Casemiro. The Red Devils are expected to prioritise reinforcements in the centre of the park after focusing heavily on attacking additions during…
A group photograph of dignitaries at the launch Gender advocacy group, ABANTU for Development, has announced plans to empower 30 women to contest the 2027 District Assembly Elections as part of a new two-year project aimed at closing Ghana’s local governance gender gap. The project, with support from Plan International Ghana, titled, “Strengthening Women’s Capacities for Effective Participation and Representation in Ghana’s Local Governance System,” will be implemented from April 2026 to March 2028 across three municipalities: West Akim Municipal in the Eastern Region, Adansi Asokwa District in the Ashanti Region, and Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal in the Greater Accra Region.…
Jordan Ayew has revisited Ghana’s historic 2010 FIFA World Cup campaign while expressing pride in his family’s football legacy and his own journey with the Black Stars. Ghana’s run to the quarter-finals in South Africa remains the nation’s finest World Cup moment, a campaign that united supporters across the country and created lasting memories for players and fans alike. Ayew recalled watching parts of the tournament before joining pre-season duties, describing the atmosphere in Ghana at the time as unforgettable. “The vibe, the energy they brought into the country, performing well, was incredible. And to see Ghana happy, and to…
Ohemaa Woyeje and Delay Ghanaian media personality, Ohemaa Woyeje, has dismissed long-standing rumours of a feud with broadcaster Deloris Frimpong Manso, popularly known as Delay. In a recent interview with Nana Romeo on Okay FM, Ohemaa Woyeje stated that “People claim I have a beef with Delay, but I do not have any problem with her.” According to her, the public often tried to create the impression that they were not on good terms, but that story is not true. Ohemaa Woyeje recalled her time working with Delay at Top Radio, describing a respectful and supportive relationship. She said…
Caleb Yirenkyi scored his first goal for Ghana, but a stoppage-time equaliser denied the Black Stars victory as they drew 1-1 with Wales in Cardiff on Tuesday night. The international friendly marked the first game of Carlos Queiroz’s tenure as Ghana coach and formed part of the team’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Wales started brightly and tested Lawrence Ati-Zigi on several occasions in the opening stages, but the Ghana goalkeeper produced important saves to keep the scores level. After a difficult start, the Black Stars gradually grew into the contest and looked the more dangerous side…
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The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has asserted that conditioning aid on the alteration of domestic laws to the disadvantage of beneficiary countries violates the principle of sovereign equality enshrined in the United Nations Charter. He said development assistance, trade agreements, national resource agreements and bilateral cooperation had been made contingent on the adoption of legal and cultural paradigms alien to the social and cultural fabric of African nations. “Africa itself is rich and prosperous, and so there are some things that are preventing Africans from enjoying their natural wealth that God so graciously gave to us,”…
The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr. Rasheed Draman, has called on the government and parliamentary leadership to urgently clarify their position on the recently passed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the LGBTQ+ Bill, to avoid deepening public suspicion and uncertainty. Reacting to controversies that have emerged following the bill’s passage by Parliament last Friday, Mr. Draman said conflicting signals from key state actors, including the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and President John Dramani Mahama, risked undermining public confidence in the legislative process. Speaking in an interview, he described…
Some of the dignitaries joined Rebecca Donkor to cut a cake to open the fair The 2026 Legacy Expo, formerly known as the Africa Makeup & Beauty (AMB) Fair, opened in Accra yesterday with hundreds of exhibitors and industry stakeholders participating in the event. The three-day expo is being held at the UPSA Auditorium and will end on Friday, June 5, 2026. This year’s event is themed “10 Years of Impact: The Legacy Era.” More than 300 exhibitors are showcasing a wide range of products and services at the expo. Participating brands include Sora Cosmetics, Gabri, Flow 360, Makeup…
Minister For Health Kwabena Mintah Akandoh Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh says all 8,000 newly recruited health workers will begin work by July, as the government finalises the placement process nationwide. Akandoh told journalists the Ministry of Health (MoH) is working to integrate the recruits smoothly into the healthcare system, and he expects to complete the outstanding administrative procedures within the month. “We are looking at them starting work in July,” he said. The Ministry will soon publish the names of all successful applicants, along with the centres where they must attend interviews. Akandoh said the publication aims to improve…
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has secured the conviction of a Nigerian national for human trafficking and immigration-related offences after rescuing two victims who were allegedly lured to Ghana under false promises of employment and forced into prostitution.Ada Peace, a trader, was sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment by an Accra Circuit Court following investigations by the GIS Anti-Human Smuggling and Trafficking in Persons (AHSTIP) Section.According to the GIS, the conviction followed an intelligence-led operation by its Asankragwa Sector Command, which rescued two victims aged 21 and 13 from exploitation.Presenting the case before the court, Chief Superintendent of Immigration John Bernard…
Nana Nvida, Chief of Huniso Chiefs and residents of communities hosting the Tarkwa Mine of Gold Fields Ghana Limited in the Western Region have thrown their support behind the company’s application for an extension of its mining lease, citing its significant contributions to local development and livelihoods. The debate over the proposed 20-year extension of the Tarkwa Mine’s lease has generated considerable public discussion. However, residents of the mine’s host communities insist that the lease should be renewed, arguing that the cessation of mining operations would pose a serious threat to local economic activity, employment and infrastructure development. According…
A Nigerian trader has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment by an Accra Circuit Court for human trafficking and immigration offences.The charges, filed by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), follow an intelligence-led operation by the GIS Asankragwa Sector Command that rescued two victims, aged 21 and 13, from exploitation.In a statement issued on Thursday, June 4, and signed by Head of Public Affairs, DSI Barbara Sam, the GIS noted that the convict, identified as Ada Peace, entered Ghana illegally in 2024.According to the Service, investigations established that the victims were lured from Nigeria with promises of employment as shop attendants…
Popular TikTok star and streamer, Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja, better known as Peller, has taken a bold step in his relationship with his longtime girlfriend and fellow TikToker, Jarvis. The content creator surprised Jarvis with a marriage proposal in Accra, Ghana, a romantic moment that quickly gained attention online after the video surfaced. The proposal reportedly took place at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, where Peller arranged an elaborate seaside setup for the special occasion. In the viral video circulating online, Peller went down on one knee and presented a ring to Jarvis. Her initial shock quickly turned into joy as…
Former Ghana international Michael Essien has expressed massive confidence in the Black Stars as they make their fifth appearance at the Mundial.Ghana is amongst the teams representing at the 2026 FIFA world Cup and expected to excel in Group L, that has England, Panama and Croatia. The four-times African champions exited at the group stage in both the 2014 and 2022 editions in Brazil and Qatar respectively, and are aiming for a stronger show this time around.Ahead of the tournament, three times FIFA World Cup participant Michael Essien believe Ghana possess the quality to progress to the knockout stages of…
….partnership to expand trade, create employment opportunities Ghana and the United Kingdom (UK) signed a landmark £215 million ($250 million) growth partnership designed to transform economic capacity, expand trade, and create thousands of employment opportunities. The agreement was formalised on Monday at the Ghana-UK investment Summit in London, where it was signed by Christian Right, British High Commissioner to Ghana, and Sabah Zita Benson, Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK. The partnership targets four strategic pillars focused on delivering world-class education, enabling easier trade for Ghanaian businesses, attracting private investment, and driving industrial growth. Read also:Ghana’s inflation hits 4-month…
A grandmother’s physical transformation has stirred mixed reactions among netizens after she left Nigeria for abroad. It was gathered that the elderly woman had been living in the village before her kids took her out of the country. In the viral video, she was captured in her before and after looks. The first segment of the video showed how she looked while she was in the village. She was seen tying wrapper, and looking elderly. A second segment showed her now in the abroad, looking completely different from how she did in her before photo. Check out reactions… @Global_Tess said:…
The June 4 Uprising in Context.On June 4, 1979, a military revolt led by Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings overthrew the Supreme Military Council II government of General Fred Akuffo in Ghana. The uprising followed a failed coup attempt by Rawlings on May 15, 1979. Public frustration at the time focused on corruption, economic hardship, and lack of accountability among the military elite.The Armed Forces Revolutionary Council (AFRC) that followed ruled for three months. Its actions included public trials of senior military officers, price controls, and a push for “probity and accountability.” The AFRC handed over power to a civilian…
The Premium Auto Limited, a leading automobile company, has launched the all-new Renault Grand Koleos and Renault Kardian into the Ghanaian automotive, expanding the brand’s portfolio and offering customers modern, innovative and reliable mobility solutions.The launch marks a significant milestone in Renault’s strategy to deepen its presence in Ghana and respond to the evolving transportation needs of consumers.Speaking at the launch held in Accra on Tuesday, the Chief Executive Officer of Premium Auto Limited, Mr Jihad Hijazi, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in the global automotive industry.He said the new models were expected to enhance customer choice…
The Ghana Institution of Engineers (GhIE) says it is preparing a collective response to Ghana’s recurring flooding challenges following fresh floods that affected parts of Accra after heavy rains on June 3. President of the Institution, Ing. Ludwig Annang Hesse, disclosed this on JoyNews’ Super Morning Show, saying engineers are currently consulting among themselves before presenting a unified position on the issue. His comments come after Wednesday’s downpour left several roads and communities flooded, disrupting movement and renewing public concerns over the capital’s longstanding drainage and flood management challenges. According to Ing. Hesse, the engineering community is working to build…
Two years into a four-year initiative designed to empower rural Ghanaians, the Financial Inclusion for Last Mile Actors program has enrolled 77,868 participants and successfully transitioned 44,476 youth into dignified and fulfilling work, with young women making up 90 per cent of that total, according to data presented at the program’s inaugural learning event in Accra. The event, held at the Accra Marriott Hotel, brought together over 230 stakeholders to assess progress on a multi-partner vision for rural Ghana. Implemented by Temple Investments in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, FILMA is a four-year initiative running from 2024 to 2028, designed…
There is a question that Ghana’s government has not yet answered one that hangs over every ministerial press conference, every diplomatic visit, every declaration of outrage about illegal recruitment networks and dark web traffickers. It is a question that 55 Ghanaian families are living with every single day, and it deserves to be asked plainly and publicly: where are the bodies of our dead and what is the government doing to bring them home?At least 55 Ghanaians have died fighting for Russia in Ukraine one of the highest officially confirmed death tolls from any single African country in the conflict.Foreign…
Komla Buami (2nd L) in a group photograph with journalists Telecommunications operators in Ghana have lost more than $69 million over the past four years due to persistent fibre cuts and theft of telecommunications infrastructure across the country. The Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, disclosed this in an interview with DAILY GUIDE on the sidelines of a roundtable media discussion held in Kumasi. According to him, fibre cuts remain one of the biggest challenges confronting network operators, affecting service delivery and causing huge financial losses. Mr. Buami explained that apart from road construction activities, deliberate…
Accra, Dec. 23, GNA – Tigo Ghana joins its Swedish parent company Millicom in celebrating 25 years of innovation in media and mobile telecommunications.Millicom, founded in 1990, is now one of the world’s longest-serving companies dedicated to digital inclusion and access to the internet as a human right in emerging markets in Africa and Latin America.When Millicom started its operation in Ghana, mobile technology was only just beginning. At that time the total number of mobile phone subscribers in Ghana was under five thousand subscribers.Tigo Ghana, the leading mobile telecommunications service provider in Ghana since 1991, is proud to champion…
The Black Stars of Ghana has touched down in the United States after their international friendly with Wales in the UK. The team departed on Wednesday night to the United States to intensify preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Coach Carlos Queiroz and his lads spent close to two weeks in camp in the United Kingdom, where they were focused on Wales friendly and other serious aspect of the game and rounded off their UK preparations on Tuesday, June 2, with a friendly at the Cardiff City Stadium.With Ghana scoring first through Caleb Yirenkyi, saw Ghana concede late to draw…
PRESIDENT John Dramani Mahama has stated that Ghana is witnessing renewed growth and improved investor confidence after several years of declined confidence in the economy.Addressing investors at the 12th Africa Debate in London yesterday, President Mahama said when he assumed office in January 2025, Ghana was confronted with one of its most difficult economic periods in recent history with high inflation, weakened investor confidence, a depreciating currency, high public debt and a painful debt restructuring programme amongst others.A year and half on, he said inflation has fallen dramatically, currently at 3.7 per cent from 23.8 per cent, the cedi stabilised,…
Astroturf Ghana Limited, a leading sports infrastructure construction company in Ghana, has held a strategic meeting with the leadership of the National Sports Authority (NSA) to explore opportunities for advancing sports infrastructure development and improving the delivery of quality football pitches across the country. The meeting took place at the NSA headquarters in Accra.Discussions focused on preparations for upcoming FIFA related competitions and the broader need to expand access to modern, durable and professionally constructed football facilities at the national, regional and community levels.The Managing Director of Astroturf Ghana Limited, Mr Prince Boateng Gyebi, raised concern over negative publicity surrounding…
On May 15, 2026, the Government of Ghana announced that the country has officially exited the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme and is transitioning to a new arrangement known as the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI). Following the announcement, some social media users criticised the move, claiming the government had signed a new deal that would keep Ghana under the IMF until 2029. A member of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) National Communications Team, Awal Mohammed, stated in a Facebook post on May 15, 2026: “Prez Mahama does not trust his own economic managers. The IMF was…
Former Black Stars forward Augustine Arhinful has called for improvements in Benjamin Asare’s communication and decision-making following Ghana’s 1-1 draw against Wales in their final preparatory match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on Sporty FM’s Sporty Breakfast, Arhinful praised the Hearts of Oak goalkeeper’s progress but suggested there are areas of his game that require further development at the highest level. “Benjamin Asare has to be spoken to. His communication and how he comes out needs to improve,” Arhinful said. The former Ghana international specifically highlighted Asare’s handling of aerial situations, arguing that the goalkeeper often appears uncertain…
By Iddi Yire, GNA Special Correspondent in LondonLondon, June 3, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, capping a five-day high-level diplomatic and investment-focused visit to the United Kingdom.The President and the British Monarch held a closed-door meeting at the Palace in London.King Charles III is the constitutional Head of State of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. While executive authority is exercised by the elected Government led by the Prime Minister, the Monarch performs important ceremonial, diplomatic and unifying functions within Britain’s constitutional framework.The audience with King Charles…
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has called for stronger economic ties between Ghana and the United States, urging American businesses, investors, and the Ghanaian diaspora to embrace strategic partnerships that will drive industrial growth, create jobs, and accelerate Ghana’s economic transformation.Speaking at the U.S.–Ghana Trade and Investment Mission in Accra, held from June 1 to 5, Ambassador Smith emphasized the importance of shifting from traditional aid-driven relationships to sustainable investment partnerships capable of delivering long-term benefits for both nations.Addressing a gathering of government officials, business executives, development partners, investors, and members of the diaspora, the Ambassador…
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Managing Editor of the Insight newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, has warned that the deliberate spread of fake news is poisoning Ghana’s political atmosphere and must not be tolerated.Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, Pratt described the actions of people who create and spread false information as reckless, arguing that their activities could have serious political and economic consequences if left unchecked.“This is relentlessness to the extreme, with severe political and economic consequences. The irresponsibility is too much and we should deal with it,” he said.Pratt made the remarks while dismissing reports circulating on social…