Four measles cases confirmed at Kpone Kokompe as health authorities intensify surveillance
Four measles cases have been confirmed at Kpone Kokompe in the Kpone-Katamanso Municipality, prompting intensified surveillance and contact tracing.
Ghana’s GH¢46.1bn trade surplus explained: Why higher gold prices change the picture
Ghana recorded a GH¢46.1 billion merchandise trade surplus in Q1 2026. But GSS says adjusting for price changes turns the surplus into a real deficit, revealing how strongly gold prices influenced the headline figures.
LPG tanker fire disrupts Accra-Tema Motorway as firefighters contain blaze
Firefighters have contained a blaze involving a 50,000-litre-capacity LPG tanker on the Accra-Tema Motorway after the late-night emergency blocked the Accra-bound carriageway and caused heavy traffic.
GTEC warns over 100 unrecognised institutions: How to check before you enrol
Ghana’s tertiary education regulator has warned the public that over 100 institutions are reported as unrecognised as of August 2026. For students and parents, the bigger question is how to verify an institution, programme and learning centre before paying fees.…
Mahama backs $1bn AU Peace Fund as Africa seeks stronger conflict response
President John Mahama has backed faster capitalisation of the African Union Peace Fund towards its $1 billion target, arguing that Africa needs predictable financing to turn early warnings of conflict into early action.
Ghana Immigration Service apprehends 1,055 in street-begging operation, including 662 children
Ghana Immigration Service has apprehended 1,055 people, including 662 children, in Accra and Kumasi. Nukunya examines the immigration, trafficking and child-protection questions raised by the operation.
Bagre Dam spillage begins as Ghana puts White Volta communities on flood alert
Burkina Faso has begun controlled spillage from the Bagré Dam, increasing downstream flood risk along Ghana's White Volta basin. Nukunya explains which communities are exposed, what residents should do now and what authorities are monitoring.
Ghana’s new gold export rule starts Sept. 1: What changes and why it matters
Ghana will require gold doré bought by Self-Financing Aggregators under approved offtake arrangements to be refined locally before export from September 1. Nukunya explains who is affected, how the rule works and what will determine whether it succeeds.
Mahama tasks Ayariga, Zanetor with results and accountability after swearing-in
President John Mahama has sworn in Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, setting out expectations on results, accountability, local government and environmental protection.
Mahama plans mandatory procurement of Ghana-made products in major local-content push
President John Mahama says Ghana will amend its procurement law to require public institutions to buy specified locally manufactured products, potentially turning state purchasing into a major tool for industrialisation.
Ahafo Ano South-East tops Ashanti in 2026 BECE, education director says
Ahafo Ano South-East's Education Director says the district ranked first in Ashanti in the 2026 BECE, with more than a third of its 1,752 candidates recording aggregates between six and nine.
Mahama backs airport crackdown on workers soliciting money from passengers
President John Mahama has backed a crackdown on airport workers soliciting money from passengers. GACL has already removed workers and introduced mystery shoppers and tougher sanctions.
Grace Nortey dies at 89: Remembering the formidable actress who helped shape Ghanaian screen drama
Grace Nortey, one of Ghana's most recognisable veteran actresses, has died aged 89 after a career spanning more than five decades of radio, theatre, television and film.
Otumfuo at Howard: Asantehene calls for deeper diaspora ties and development-focused traditional leadership
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II called for deeper Africa-diaspora relationships, development-focused traditional leadership and stronger university partnerships during his Howard University address.
Kakum wildlife guard Richard Otwey shot dead during patrol, police hunt suspect
Forestry Commission wildlife guard Richard Otwey, 58, was shot dead during a patrol in the Kakum conservation area as police investigate suspected illegal hunting.
Afenyo-Markin threatens legal action as Minority seeks inquiry into US$1.7bn gold programme loss
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has threatened legal action as the opposition seeks parliamentary scrutiny of a reported US$1.7 billion Bank of Ghana gold programme loss.
GRIDCo power outage today: Parts of Accra face 15-hour electricity cut
Parts of Greater Accra face a 15-hour electricity interruption today, 23 August, as GRIDCo completes critical transmission-tower work at Ashaiman.
GH¢430,000 Buipe cattle market robbery: Police arrest suspect
Ghana Police say Yacouba Oumar has been arrested over the GH¢430,000 robbery of two mobile money vendors at Buipe Cattle Market, while three other suspects died during subsequent operations.
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Ghana’s GH¢46.1bn trade surplus explained: Why higher gold prices change the picture
Ghana recorded a GH¢46.1 billion merchandise trade surplus in Q1 2026. But GSS says adjusting for price changes…
LPG tanker fire disrupts Accra-Tema Motorway as firefighters contain blaze
Firefighters have contained a blaze involving a 50,000-litre-capacity LPG tanker on the Accra-Tema Motorway after the late-night emergency…
GTEC warns over 100 unrecognised institutions: How to check before you enrol
Ghana’s tertiary education regulator has warned the public that over 100 institutions are reported as unrecognised as of…
Mahama backs $1bn AU Peace Fund as Africa seeks stronger conflict response
President John Mahama has backed faster capitalisation of the African Union Peace Fund towards its $1 billion target,…
Ghana Immigration Service apprehends 1,055 in street-begging operation, including 662 children
Ghana Immigration Service has apprehended 1,055 people, including 662 children, in Accra and Kumasi. Nukunya examines the immigration,…
Bagre Dam spillage begins as Ghana puts White Volta communities on flood alert
Burkina Faso has begun controlled spillage from the Bagré Dam, increasing downstream flood risk along Ghana's White Volta…
Ghana’s new gold export rule starts Sept. 1: What changes and why it matters
Ghana will require gold doré bought by Self-Financing Aggregators under approved offtake arrangements to be refined locally before…
Mahama tasks Ayariga, Zanetor with results and accountability after swearing-in
President John Mahama has sworn in Mahama Ayariga and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, setting out expectations on results, accountability,…
Mahama plans mandatory procurement of Ghana-made products in major local-content push
President John Mahama says Ghana will amend its procurement law to require public institutions to buy specified locally…
Ahafo Ano South-East tops Ashanti in 2026 BECE, education director says
Ahafo Ano South-East's Education Director says the district ranked first in Ashanti in the 2026 BECE, with more…
Mahama backs airport crackdown on workers soliciting money from passengers
President John Mahama has backed a crackdown on airport workers soliciting money from passengers. GACL has already removed…
Grace Nortey dies at 89: Remembering the formidable actress who helped shape Ghanaian screen drama
Grace Nortey, one of Ghana's most recognisable veteran actresses, has died aged 89 after a career spanning more…
Otumfuo at Howard: Asantehene calls for deeper diaspora ties and development-focused traditional leadership
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II called for deeper Africa-diaspora relationships, development-focused traditional leadership and stronger university partnerships during…
Kakum wildlife guard Richard Otwey shot dead during patrol, police hunt suspect
Forestry Commission wildlife guard Richard Otwey, 58, was shot dead during a patrol in the Kakum conservation area…
Afenyo-Markin threatens legal action as Minority seeks inquiry into US$1.7bn gold programme loss
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has threatened legal action as the opposition seeks parliamentary scrutiny of a reported US$1.7…
GRIDCo power outage today: Parts of Accra face 15-hour electricity cut
Parts of Greater Accra face a 15-hour electricity interruption today, 23 August, as GRIDCo completes critical transmission-tower work…
GH¢430,000 Buipe cattle market robbery: Police arrest suspect
Ghana Police say Yacouba Oumar has been arrested over the GH¢430,000 robbery of two mobile money vendors at…
