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President John Mahama has commenced a state visit to Belarus aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations, boosting economic cooperation, and signing key bilateral agreements.
Ghana is positioning itself as Africa’s leading outsourcing and digital services hub through policy reforms, talent development, digital infrastructure expansion, and investor-focused initiatives.
Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called on NDC officials and government appointees to remain committed to implementing policies that bring tangible benefits to Ghanaians.
A Roads Engineer with the Ga East Municipal Assembly says rapid urbanisation, destruction of wetlands, and loss of vegetation are worsening flooding in parts of Accra.
A major fire outbreak at Makola Market in Accra has destroyed several shops and goods worth thousands of cedis, with firefighters battling to contain the blaze.
Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu warns that the partial withdrawal of Ghana’s fuel price relief programme could push inflation higher in June, following a second consecutive rise in headline inflation.
The Christian Council of Ghana has defended President Mahama’s decision to subject the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill to further constitutional review before taking action.
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga says his role in the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill ended with its passage in Parliament, leaving issues of presidential assent to other authorities.
Ghana has hosted the FAO’s 15th Regional Management Team Meeting in Accra, with leaders calling for stronger coordination, innovation, and investment to transform Africa’s agrifood systems.
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for increased investment in agriculture and resilient food systems to improve food security and reduce food imports in West Africa.
The Ghana Education Service has announced the 2026/2027 academic calendar for Senior High Schools and Senior High Technical Schools, detailing schedules for single-track and transitional schools.
Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams says FIFA will provide Ghana with $2.5 million to support the Black Stars’ preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.