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Kofi Asamoah   The CEO and creative director of Kofas Media, Kofi Asamoah, has disclosed that due to unavailability of funds he is unable to produce blockbuster movies for the viewing public. Speaking at the American Space at the US Embassy themed “Freedom250: American Excellence in Film and Influence of Exchange, Alumni on Ghana’s Creative Industry,” Kofi Asamoah stated that considering his level of movie making and what he wants to produce, he will need a huge budget to fund the projects, which cannot come from his personal account. “I don’t have money to produce movies. With my experiences in…

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah   Former Information Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has raised concern over the health and detention conditions of his client, Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, alleging that Abronye’s situation has worsened significantly while in custody. Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News, he alleged that lawyers have been denied access to Abronye DC, while in custody of the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI). “They are not allowing the lawyers access to see him since Wednesday. When you go to the BNI, they say it is a police case. When…

The Black Stars   Ghana have been drawn in Group C alongside Cote d’Ivoire, Gambia and Somalia for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The draw was held on Tuesday at the headquarters of the Egyptian Football Association in Cairo as African nations learned their routes to the continental tournament. Ghana entered the draw from Pot 2 and were aware of the possibility of facing some of Africa’s top-ranked sides, including Morocco, Senegal and Nigeria. The Black Stars have now been handed a challenging group featuring former African champions Cote d’Ivoire, while Gambia and Somalia completing the four-team group.…

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Alban S.K. Bagbin   The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has disclosed that Africa loses approximately $88.6 billion annually to corruption and illicit financial flows. Mr. Bagbin, who is also Chairman of the African Parliamentarians’ Network Against Corruption (APNAC Africa), warned that the growing menace continued to undermine democratic governance, weaken institutions and erode public trust across the continent. Speaking at the opening of the Second Executive Board Meeting of APNAC Africa in Kigali, Rwanda, Speaker Bagbin described the gathering as a defining moment in Africa’s pursuit of a corruption-free future anchored on good governance. “We meet today…

Work has resumed on the Sataso Bridge in the Mampong Constituency after a change in contractor and renewed government intervention aimed at accelerating infrastructure delivery in the Ashanti Region. In a Facebook post, the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, announced that Nathawo Constructions has been engaged to take over the project following challenges with the previous contractor. According to him, a diversion has also been created to ensure smooth vehicular movement and to ease transportation difficulties for commuters and residents while construction continues. He expressed appreciation to the Minister for Roads and Highways for what he described as swift…

Ghana’s Fourth Republic, since its inauguration in 1992, stands as a testament to the nation’s enduring commitment to democratic governance. It has been marked by relatively transparent elections and, on each occasion, the peaceful transfer of power between the two dominant political traditions—the NPP and the NDC. Where disputes have arisen, the Supreme Court has intervened with authority and finality, and its judgements have been accepted in the spirit of national unity.Beyond the formal institutions of state, Ghana has cultivated a deeply rooted culture of dialogue—seen in the orderly, if sometimes spirited, exchanges within Parliament and across the media landscape.…

The Administrator of Ghana’s Sports Fund, Dr David Wuaku, has revealed the Fund’s broader ambition of transforming sports into a major economic driver for Ghana. Dr Wuaku explained that the Fund aims to support sports development initiatives capable of creating jobs, improving infrastructure, and contributing significantly to the national economy. “The mandate of this fund is not just to mobilise funds and share for federations, but to mobilise funds to develop sports and sports for development,” he said. He said this to the press when the Fund’s Board visited the Manhyia Palace to brief the Asantehene on the objectives and…

Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi   Former Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources responsible for Mining, George Mireku-Duker, mounted the witness box yesterday and told a High Court in Accra that Akonta Mining Limited’s concession was invaded by illegal miners and a report of same was forwarded to the ministry during his tenure. According to him, in response to the said encroachment which was prevalent in the Western Region, he led a team of security officers to the said concession to arrest the ‘recalcitrant’ illegal miners who had encroached the land. “…As a former Minister responsible for mining,…

Ghana’s financial sector recorded significant growth and improved resilience in 2025, with total sector assets expanding by 23.2 per cent to GH¢647.25 billion.This is equivalent to 45.1 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).The Second Deputy Governor, Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, disclosed on Friday during the launch of the maiden Financial Stability Review (FSR), an annual publication of the Financial Stability Advisory Council (FSAC), in Accra.She said the report assessed developments within Ghana’s financial system and highlighted measures implemented to mitigate emerging risks to financial stability.She explained that the publication was a collaborative effort involving all financial sector regulators…

Kofi Adams has dismissed reports claiming Ghanaian supporters have been denied visas by the United States Embassy ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Sports and Recreation Minister said fans being organised through the government-backed World Cup travel arrangement have not yet attended visa interviews, making reports of widespread refusals inaccurate. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Adams said discussions between the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, the World Cup Oversight Committee and the United States Embassy had so far been positive. “The Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the World Cup Oversight Committee, through the Ministry of…

The Director of Enterprise Business and Wholesale at Telecel Ghana, Tawa Bolarin, has called on African governments and industry leaders to dismantle barriers limiting digital trade and connectivity across the continent, arguing that Africa’s economic future depends on a more integrated digital ecosystem. Speaking at the 11th Ghana Female CEO Summit in Accra, Ms Bolarin urged policymakers to harmonise digital infrastructure regulations and create open markets capable of accelerating innovation, regional trade and financial inclusion. Addressing a panel discussion on “Women Building Africa’s Digital Ecosystem, Innovation and Inclusive Growth,” she said African economies could unlock greater growth if movement, digital…

Staff groups of the Volta River Authority (VRA) and the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) have rejected a government proposal to introduce private sector participation (PSP) into the distribution of power in the northern territory. They said the arrangement would transfer “complete operational control to private entities, while ignoring the structural challenges peculiar to NEDCo’s mandate”. They added that the idea was, therefore, “unsuitable for the unique operational context of northern Ghana”, while the model “constitutes full privatisation disguised as participation”. The worker groups questioned, for instance, the future of NEDCo staff when the PSP arrangement would potentially keep them…

For decades, the average Ghanaian farmer has relied heavily on experience, instinct, and traditional weather patterns to make critical farming decisions. In many farming communities, older and experienced farmers could almost predict the rains with remarkable confidence.Planting seasons followed familiar rhythms, and generations of farming knowledge were transferred through observation and practice.But increasingly, that certainty is disappearing.Across several farming communities in Ghana, rainfall timing has become more unpredictable.Farmers who plant based on expected rainfall windows sometimes experience long dry spellsimmediately after planting. In other instances, excessive rainfall or floods destroy entire acres of maize fields. Fertilizer prices continue to rise,…

The Ghana cedi depreciated 8.4% against the US dollar in the first five months of 2026, according to the Bank of Ghana’s May 2026 Summary of Economic and Financial Data. The decline is steeper than the 6.6% recorded over the same period in 2025, signalling renewed pressure on the currency despite improvements in key macroeconomic indicators.BoG data shows the cedi weakened from an average mid‑rate of GH¢10.95 to the dollar in January to GH¢11.4125 by mid‑May. After an early‑year slide of 4.6% in January and a brief recovery in February, the currency resumed a steady downward trend through March, April…

The Rockefeller Foundation has underscored a growing shift from donor dependency to African-led solutions in its 2025 impact report, as global aid continues to decline.The report, titled Big Bets, Real Results, details how the 113-year-old philanthropic organisation is investing in what it describes as transformative initiatives in energy, food systems and health, with a strong focus on Africa.It indicated that, despite a challenging global environment marked by shrinking aid flows, the Foundation awarded more than US$350 million in grants, directly mobilised US$3 billion and committed $133 million across 66 opportunities in Africa, reaching some 731 million people worldwide.The report highlighted…

Former Black Stars striker Mahatma Otoo has admitted he wished former Ghana coach Otto Addo had remained in charge of the national team until after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking on the recent coaching transition involving the Black Stars, Otoo revealed his disappointment over Otto Addo’s dismissal, although he acknowledged the decision to appoint experienced Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz. “I was hoping they would keep Otto Addo until after the World Cup but unfortunately they’ve sacked him for an experienced coach,” Otoo told ghanasportspage.com The former Accra Hearts of Oak SC forward, however, urged Ghanaians to remain united behind…

State Property Freezing vs. Defense Legal ManeuversThe legal battle over the luxury assets traced by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) hinges on conflicting interpretations of asset ownership and criminal proceeds. Led by former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame, the defense team is deploying several strategic arguments to lift the property freezing orders:Legitimate Source of Acquisition: The defense argues that the properties—including the Chain Homes Mansion and the Cantonments Residence—were purchased using legitimate personal wealth, private investments, and corporate earnings accumulated entirely outside of Hanan’s public service tenure.Lack of Pre-Trial Nexus: Dame contends that the prosecution has failed to…

Average lending rate have fallen by more than 4.0 percentage points since the beginning of 2026 to 16.33% in April 2026. According to the May 2026 Summary of Economic and Financial Data by the Bank of Ghana, the average lending rate stood at 20.58% in January 2026, but fell to 19.17% in February 2026 and subsequently to 17.74% in March 2026. Similarly, the Ghana Reference Rate has also fallen sharply to 10.06% in April 2026, from 15.68% in January 2026. This is on the back of a significant cut in the policy rate of the Bank of Ghana since 2025.…

Entertainment Published May 20, 2026 at 8:30 AM Share Copy link Copied! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram Controversial media personality, Ifedayo Olarinde, better known as Daddy Freeze, has slammed women celebrating Nigerian singer, Chike, over his alleged romantic affair with Frank Edoho’s estranged wife, Sandra. Naija News reports that Chike has continued to trend online amid the messy controversy of his rumoured romantic affair with Sandra, which led to the collapse of Edoho’s marriage. Despite the online backlash and criticism, some ladies and women have continued to celebrate Chike and recently thronged to take photos with him at a Lagos…

Let me start with a number that should keep every health official in Africa awake tonight. One hundred and thirty six people dead. Five hundred and fourteen suspected cases. And the modelling suggests that the true number could already be over one thousand according to report by Accra Street Journal. That is not a small outbreak. That is a potential epidemic unfolding in a region devastated by war, displacement, and broken health systems. The World Health Organisation has declared an international emergency. The virus is the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, for which there is no approved vaccine. And it…

Dubai Chamber of Commerce has organised a series of bilateral business meetings in Accra between companies from Dubai and Ghanaian counterparts, as economic ties between the two markets deepen on the back of strong growth in non-oil trade.The meetings formed part of a trade mission led by the chamber under its “New Horizons” initiative, which seeks to support the expansion of Dubai-based companies into promising global markets.The delegation included representatives from 19 Dubai-based companies operating across a wide range of sectors, including automotive, building materials and construction, electronics, engineering, fast-moving consumer goods, food and beverages, interior design, mining and metals,…

The government has donated four Nissan pickups, two mini buses and a motorbike to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) to strengthen emergency response operations across the country.Presenting the vehicles in Accra on Monday, the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, said the gesture demonstrated government’s commitment to improving the operational capacity of the service.He explained that the vehicles would enhance mobility, support operational duties and improve rapid deployment of firefighters, particularly in areas with difficult road access.“The work of the Fire Service remains critical to national safety and development. Every day, firefighters put their lives on the line to…

There is a quiet transformation underway across Ghana’s business landscape. One that does not announce itself with fanfare but reveals itself in the hum of solar panels on factory rooftops, the reduced fuel bills of a mid-sized agribusiness, and the steady output of a hotel that no longer dreads the next power outage.Ghana’s small and medium-sized enterprises, the backbone of an economy that generates over 70 per cent of employment, are beginning to chart a different course. They are moving, however gradually, toward cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions. And at the heart of that movement is the growing role of…

Afro-dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has been awarded a Ghana Police Badge of Service by the Ghana Police Service, making him one of the few civilians to receive the honorary distinction. Stonebwoy has been awarded a Ghana Police Badge of Service, a rare honorary recognition for civilians.The honour was presented during a ceremony attended by Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno and senior officers.Stonebwoy described the award as a symbol of service, discipline, and positive influence on society. The musician announced the recognition on X on 19 May 2026, sharing videos of a formal presentation ceremony where he was seen alongside…

The Ghana cedi recorded a year-to-date depreciation of 8.4 per cent against the United States dollar by mid-May 2026, even as macroeconomic stability continued to take hold and inflationary pressures eased to their lowest levels in years, according to the latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data released by the Bank of Ghana on May 19, 2026. The local currency traded at GH¢11.4125 to one US dollar in the first week of May, weakening from GH¢10.95 at the end of January. Against the British pound, the cedi depreciated by 7.5 per cent year-to-date, trading at GH¢15.2055 to the pound, while…

Entertainment Published May 20, 2026 at 8:03 AM Share Copy link Copied! Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram Nigerian socialite Paschal Okechukwu also known as Chief Priest has reacted to criticisms following his defeat in the APC primary election. Naija News reports that Chief Priest lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for Orsu/Orlu/Oru East federal constituency seat to the incumbent lawmaker, Canice Nwachukwu. Speaking during a live session with TikToker Peller, the businessman said those insulting him over the loss should understand that the APC is treating him well and working in his favour despite the outcome. According to…

Former Black Stars forward Mahatma Otoo has called on Ghanaians to remain realistic about the national team’s chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup while continuing to support the players and technical team. Speaking on the expectations surrounding Ghana’s campaign, Otoo admitted that winning the tournament may be beyond the team at the moment, but stressed that fans want to see the Black Stars perform competitively and progress beyond the group stage. “We have to be realistic. We can’t say we are going to win the World Cup,” he said. “What the fans are expecting is to have a good…

Lamtiig Apanga (L) says Afenyo-Markin (R) is losing respect with the NPP The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Gaming Commission, Lamtiig Apanga, has taken a swipe at the Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, following the latter’s recent criticism of a Circuit Court judge handling the case involving the NPP’s Bono Regional Chairman, Abronye DC.It would be recalled that after the Circuit Court denied Abronye bail because he could commit further offences if granted bail, Afenyo-Markin took to social media to criticise the judge.In a series of posts directed at the Circuit Court 9 judge, Afenyo-Markin stated that the…

Lomé, Togo The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and the International Trade Centre (ITC) renewed their partnership Monday to accelerate implementation of the continental trade pact and expand trade opportunities for African businesses, particularly small enterprises and women and youth-led firms. AfCFTA Secretary-General Wamkele Mene and ITC Executive Director Pamela Coke-Hamilton signed the memorandum of understanding in Lomé, Togo, on the sidelines of Biashara Afrika 2026, a forum taking place May 18-20 that convenes policymakers, business leaders, financiers and trade partners to strengthen intra-African commerce. The agreement marks a shift in focus from negotiating the AfCFTA framework to…

Ghana’s total public debt stock increased to GH¢674.1 billion in February 2026. This is according to the latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data for May 2026, as released by the Bank of Ghana.In dollar terms, the country’s debt stood at $63.1 billion, up from $61.3 billion recorded in December 2025.Despite the increase in the nominal debt stock, Ghana’s debt-to-GDP ratio declined to 42.2% in February 2026 from 44.7% in December 2025.It shows stronger economic growth and improved fiscal performance.The data showed that external debt stood at $29.3 billion in February 2026, representing 19.6% of GDP and remaining broadly unchanged…

The ongoing legal dispute between Dram Oil & Trading Limited (Dram) and Deloitte & Touche Ghana (Deloitte Ghana) is drawing increasing international attention, with potential legal implications extending to the United Kingdom and other jurisdictions. Information made available to the Ghana News Agency indicates that the matter has material links to the United Kingdom through a UK-based financial counterparty whose position was directly connected to the conduct at the centre of the dispute. Mr Nigel Heilpern, a Counsel at Avonhurst Legal Services LLP, English solicitors acting for Dram, said they had reviewed the cross-border legal implications of the matter under…

Coach Carlos Queiroz and his players have arrived safely in Puebla, and wasting no time commenced training for their big clash against Mexico on Friday.The Black Stars are preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to be co-hosted by USA, Mexico and Canada this summer.The team arrived in North America on Sunday to begin preparations for the pre-World Cup friendly, scheduled for this Friday, May 22, 2026.The four-times Africa Cup of Nations winners, have lined up the fixture as part of their build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Training will continue on Wednesday and Thursday before Friday’s match.Head Coach Carlos Queiroz and his technical team expect a strong performance…

A new study is urging balanced expectations for agricultural innovations being developed in Ghana, cautioning that overhyping such technologies could fuel public scepticism and mistrust. The study, which examined media coverage of gene editing — an emerging agricultural technology — in Ghana, noted that experiences from previous scientific debates, including the COVID-19 pandemic, show that people can become suspicious of overly amplified positive narratives surrounding contentious scientific issues. “This could potentially reinforce dominant narratives and may heighten public scepticism of the technology,” the study, led by Dr Joseph Opoku Gakpo, Ghanaian Research Scholar at the Hub for Food Systems Communication…

National Lottery Authority The National Lottery Authority (NLA) has ordered all Lotto Marketing Companies, Private Lotto Operators, collaborators and licensees to stop paying commissions beyond the approved 25 percent rate for retailers and agents, warning that violators risk losing their operating licences. In a statement dated May 15, 2026, the Authority said it had identified operators circumventing the approved rate by disguising excess payments as incentives and bonuses. The NLA was unambiguous in its position, stating that “any commission payment above the approved 25% is illegal.” The current 25 percent commission structure took effect in August 2024 following a regulatory…

U.S. President Donald Trump ​will attend the G7 ‌leaders’ meeting in France in June to speak about artificial intelligence, trade ​and crime-fighting, Axios reported ​on Tuesday, citing a White ⁠House official. Trump wants to speak about linking U.S. aid to trade, promoting the adoption of U.S.-developed artificial intelligence tools, and reducing China’s hold over critical mineral supply chains, among other topics, Axios said. France ‌is ⁠the host of this year’s G7, with a leaders’ summit in the lakeside resort ​of Evian-les-Bains ​at ⁠the foot of the French Alps scheduled for ​June 15-17. Trump’s relationship with ​many ⁠G7 members has grown…

Ghana Fixed Income Market Ghana’s fixed income market recorded total turnover of GH¢1.26 billion across 318 trades on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, with Treasury Bills accounting for the dominant share of activity on the Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM). Treasury Bills led the session with GH¢810.26 million across 238 trades, representing roughly 64 percent of the day’s total volume. The most actively traded bill was a May 2027 instrument carrying a yield of 10.20 percent and a closing price of 90.7653, with GH¢556.62 million changing hands in 19 transactions. Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bonds contributed GH¢100 million through four…

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh says the Minority Caucus has developed systems to alert Ghanaians to national issues before the NDC government can “mislead” the public. Speaking at an NPP Minority workshop at the Accra City Hotel on Monday, he said the caucus had built what he described as an “official channel” to counter government narratives and expose governance failures. “Through this, we have been able to create an official channel from the Caucus to the public for setting stories straight,” the Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP stated. “We have even developed the practice to the point where we anticipate the issues and…

Arsenal are the 2025/26 Premier League champions Arsenal have been crowned Premier League champions after Manchester City played a one-all draw against Bournemouth on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. City had gone into the game needing a win to keep the title race alive heading into the final matchweek. However, the draw ended their mathematical chances of catching Arsenal at the top of the table.Even an Arsenal loss in their final game against Crystal Palace would no longer be enough to change the outcome. The result confirms Arsenal as champions with a game to spare, ending a 22-year wait for the…

Workplace A new workplace study reveals that while employees are rapidly embracing artificial intelligence (AI), many are doing so without guidance, transparency or institutional support, creating what researchers describe as a hidden risk to organisational productivity and innovation. The survey, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of career transition firm INTOO, polled 1,158 full and part-time employed adults in the United States between March 31 and April 2, 2026. It found that despite 52 percent of employees describing themselves as AI experts at work and 63 percent believing their AI knowledge makes them more valuable, significant cultural barriers are…

Alex Afenyo Markin Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has defended his public criticism of a Circuit Court judge handling a politically charged case involving New Patriotic Party (NPP) Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, saying he was exercising a constitutional right to challenge what he described as a troubling pattern in the judge’s conduct. In a social media post on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Afenyo-Markin said he was responding to what he observed as a consistent pattern in the handling of political cases before Circuit Court 9. He urged the Chief Justice to monitor the judge and…

By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs CorrespondentThe Ghanaian Ministry of Health has issued an urgent public health alert following the World Health Organization’s declaration of the recent Ebola virus outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. The declaration stems from rising infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, which have sparked intense fears of cross-border transmission across the African continent.Government Calls for Calm and VigilanceGhanaian health officials are urging citizens to remain calm but highly vigilant. In an official statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of Health confirmed that no cases of Ebola have been…

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Debt burden, financial obligation or loan payment, heavy load of money failure, mortgage or borrowing money problem concept, tried businessman carrying big debt money bag losing money banknotes. Ghana’s public debt stock increased to GH¢674.1 billion as of February 2026. This is equivalent to 42.2% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In dollar term, the public debt stock stood at US$63.1 billion in February 2026. According to the Bank of Ghana’s May 2026 Summary of Economic and Financial Data, the country’s debt stood at US$61.3 billion (GH¢641.1 billion) in December 2025 and US$60.6 billion (GH¢663.4 billion) in January 2026. In December…

By: Celestine Avi and Seth EyiahThe Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Germany, has honoured the First Lady of Ghana, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, with an appointment as its Ambassador in Ghana in recognition of her long-standing humanitarian impact through the Lordina Foundation.The recognition was jointly conferred by Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.), Chief Executive Officer of the Merck Foundation, and Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of the Merck Foundation Board of Trustees and Senator, during the Merck Foundation Ghana Alumni Summit 2026 held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra on Tuesday, May 19.In her remarks, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.)…

Singer Kylie Minogue said the emotional impact of her breast cancer diagnosis is “still with me today in many ways” two decades on, as she opens up about the experience in a new documentary about her life. “Where do I even start? Shock,” the singer said on getting her diagnosis. “You’re trying to understand something you’ve never thought about before. It’s a crash course. It’s very deep and extended and it’s still with me today in many ways.” The Australian pop star, who called London home for three decades, also reflected on the “humiliation” she felt with some media coverage…

Ghana’s broadcasting industry is entering a new phase shaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital convergence, and rapidly changing audience behaviour, with regulators and media owners urged to adapt quickly to remain relevant. The GIBA President and Akan Brands General Manager, Abdulai Awudu, warned that traditional broadcasting is evolving into a fully integrated multimedia ecosystem, where radio and television stations now operate alongside streaming platforms, podcasts, mobile apps, and social media channels. “As Ghana enters the next phase of communications development, the future of broadcasting will increasingly be shaped by digital transformation, artificial intelligence, convergence, and changing audience behaviour,” he said.…

The High Court in Koforidua has granted an injunction restraining the planned celebration of Awukudae at Akropong Akuapem and prohibiting all related activities scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, or any other date in May.The order follows an application filed by the Inspector General of Police under Section 1(6) of the Public Order Act at the Eastern Regional High Court.In its ruling, the court restrained the Queen Mother of the Akuapem Traditional Area, Nana Afua Nketia Obuo II, along with the Asonahene, Nana Kwasi Omenako, the Twafohene, Nana Okromansa Amoah, the Nkotiah Abusuapanin, Odehye Edmund Ohene Asa Agyekum, and any…

Accra, May 19, GNA – The NuGhana International Expat Centre, a Ghana-based non-profit organization, has formally proposed the establishment of a specialised, multi-agency Diaspora Protection and Human Capital Task Force to the government of President John Dramani Mahama.In a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the centre detailed that the proposal has been submitted to the President and copied to key state security and diaspora engagement bodies, including the Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI), the Ministry of Interior, the Office of National Security, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Office of Diaspora Affairs,…

Bank Of Ghana The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Zakari Mumuni, has called for stronger legal and operational frameworks to support Ghana’s rapidly expanding financial markets, warning that trading volumes alone cannot guarantee stability without equally robust systems governing risk, documentation and legal certainty. Mumuni delivered the remarks at the Bank of Ghana and Frontclear Market Training Workshop on Repo Guidelines, Global Master Repurchase Agreement (GMRA) and International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) documentation for 2026, where he outlined the foundational role repurchase agreements (repos) play in modern financial systems. He explained that repo transactions…