EU digital border checks for Brits will remain in place after Portugal and Italy confirmed they will not suspend biometric controls, despite disruption concerns ahead of peak holiday travel. BRUSSELS, Belgium — 7 May 2026 EU digital border checks Brits…
Dr Ofori Sarpong donates a 600-bed dormitory to PRESEC Legon, aiming to ease student congestion and improve boarding conditions as Ghana faces growing pressure on secondary school infrastructure. Accra, Ghana — 7 May 2026 The PRESEC dormitory project by Dr…
Ghana-UAE energy cooperation has expanded from talks over petroleum storage, LNG and solar power to Emirati interest in Ghana's planned Petroleum Hub, although major investment details remain undisclosed.
Weija Paediatric Hospital delay continues despite completion, as Ghana’s Health Ministry cites procurement irregularities and unresolved contractor disputes. ACCRA, Ghana — 6 May 2026 The Weija Paediatric Hospital delay has been attributed to procurement irregularities and unresolved contractual disputes, according…
Authorities warn residents in flood-prone areas of Accra to prepare for heavy rainfall, as drainage systems face renewed pressure during peak rainy season. ACCRA, Ghana — 5 May 2026 An Accra flooding risk warning has been issued by authorities as…
Ghana’s parliament debates a new tax policy aimed at boosting revenue, as officials argue reforms are needed to stabilise public finances under IMF commitments. ACCRA, Ghana — 5 May 2026 Ghana’s tax policy debate intensified in parliament on Monday as…
Ghana’s inflation slows for a third straight month, driven by easing food prices and tighter monetary policy, offering cautious relief to households and businesses. ACCRA, Ghana — 5 May 2026 Ghana’s inflation slows for a third consecutive month, signalling a…
Ghana’s currency shows signs of stability as foreign inflows rise, but analysts warn that structural pressures could still challenge long-term gains. ACCRA, Ghana — 4 May 2026 Ghana cedi stability has strengthened in recent weeks, supported by rising foreign inflows…
Energy sector reforms and improved fuel supply are stabilising Ghana’s electricity system, but experts warn that underlying financial risks remain unresolved. ACCRA, Ghana — 4 May 2026 Ghana’s power supply stability has improved recently, with fewer widespread outages reported as…
Ghana’s inflation slowdown has helped stabilise food and transport costs, offering cautious relief after months of price volatility. ACCRA, Ghana — 4 May 2026 Ghana’s inflation decline is easing pressure on household costs as food and transport prices stabilise after…
Rising prices across multiple African economies are tightening household budgets and forcing governments to balance policy stability with social pressure. NAIROBI, Kenya — 4 May 2026 African central banks and policymakers are confronting intensifying Africa’s inflation pressures as rising food,…
Accra, Ghana — Ghana’s mining policy requiring international companies to outsource key operations to local contractors is facing strong union resistance over fears it could reduce wages and weaken job security. The Ghana Mineworkers Union says the policy, which affects…
London, United Kingdom — 30 April 2026 The Bank of England has kept interest rates unchanged at 3.75% but warned that inflation could rise sharply due to the economic impact of the war in the Middle East, with policymakers signalling…
Accra, Ghana — 29 April 2026 The Christian Council of Ghana has defended its right to comment on national issues, rejecting criticism that its public interventions risk political bias and insisting it will continue to speak on governance without aligning…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — 29 April 2026 | The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from OPEC and the wider OPEC+ alliance from 1 May, a move that could weaken the oil producers’ group at a time of escalating…
Accra, Ghana — 29 April 2026 Ghana Premier League fixtures have been postponed and funeral arrangements announced for footballer Dominic Frimpong, who was killed in an armed robbery attack on his team’s bus, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) said. Frimpong,…
Accra, Ghana — 29 April 2026 | Ghana has restored a fourth generating unit at the Akosombo Dam, in a late-night breakthrough expected to ease pressure on the country’s strained electricity supply. The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John…
Accra, Ghana 28 April 2026 |Ghana has rejected a proposed $109 million health agreement with the United States over concerns about data-sharing requirements, a decision that could reshape future aid partnerships and raise broader questions about data sovereignty in Africa.…
