National
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Ghana’s economy grows 5.1% in May but momentum slows
Ghana’s economy grew by 5.1% in May 2026, but the pace of expansion slowed compared with the same period last year. This is according to the latest Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) from th…
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Chamber of Cocoa Marketers tells President Mahama to sign COCOBOD Bill now
The Chamber of Cocoa Marketers has recommended that President John Dramani Mahama sign the Ghana Cocoa Board Bill into law immediately, stressing that “time is of essence” for the cocoa sector. Actin…
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Road Accidents in Ghana: Who Should Be Held Responsible?
Road Accidents in Ghana: Who Should Be Held Responsible? Ghana has once again been confronted with the painful reality of road crashes, with recent accidents on the Ofankor Barrier stretch and the Ac…
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Petrol, LPG price floors decrease but diesel increases in 2nd August window
Price floors for petrol and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) have declined for the second pricing window of August, while diesel has recorded a marginal increase. This is according to the latest figures…
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One dead, 14 wounded in Accra-Kumasi Highway crash near Paradise Restaurant
One person has died while 14 others sustained injuries in a fatal road crash on the Accra–Kumasi Highway near Paradise Restaurant. The accident occurred on Wednesday, August 12, and involved a MAN Di…
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Former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah to Chair NPP national elections vetting committee
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has set up a vetting committee chaired by former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah ahead of the party’s national elections. The party is set to open nominations from Au…
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President John Dramani Mahama says Bolgatanga airport construction to begin by end of 2026
President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that construction of the Bolgatanga Airport is expected to commence by the end of 2026. He said the project was currently at the procurement stage, with th…
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When Religious Differences Become a Threat to Our Peace
Ghana has long been recognised as a country where Christians and Muslims live, work and worship alongside one another. Families have members from both faiths, people attend each other’s celebrations,…
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New excise duty could hurt jobs, investment – Accra Brewery Limited to government
Accra Brewery Limited (ABL) has called on the government to postpone the implementation of newly approved increases in excise duty on locally manufactured beer, arguing that further consultations are…
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Young Ghanaians deserve opportunities to build their future – Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has called for greater opportunities for Ghanaian youth, acknowledging the difficulties many face in finding jobs, starting businesses and s…