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2026 is the make-or-break year for Ghana’s cannabis industry – Chamber
Posted on with No CommentThe Chamber of Cannabis Industry Ghana has called for a careful and coordinated implementation of Ghana’s medicinal and industrial cannabis policy in 2026 to maximise economic benefits while safeguarding the public interest. Dr Mark Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, said … Read more →
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Ex-PMMC boss questions GoldBod decision
Posted on | CommentThe decision by the Mahama-led National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration to cancel the licences of mining companies in the country has caught fire. It follows the widespread condemnation of the seeming wholesale decision. Latest to add his voice to the … Read more →
IMF, Ghana reach staff level agreement for $370m
Posted on | CommentThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the government have reached a staff-level agreement on a new package of economic policies and structural reforms under Ghana’s 36-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme. The agreement paves the way for the conclusion of … Read more →
Ghanaians in U.S. face penalties if they don’t carry legal documents
Posted on | CommentGhanaians living in the United States—whether students, workers, or visitors—are being urged to comply with a new U.S. immigration rule that requires all foreign nationals to register with authorities and carry proof of their legal status at all times. This … Read more →
Heavy drinking linked with lasting impact on the brain – Study finds
Posted on | CommentHeavy drinking is associated with increased risk of a type of brain injury linked with memory and thinking problems. That’s according to a new study in which researchers defined heavy drinking as eight or more alcoholic drinks per week. This … Read more →
‘We’ve reintroduced anti-LGBTQ bill’ – Sam George
Posted on | CommentThe controversial anti-LGBTQ bill is back in Parliament, and it’s not coming from the executive. It’s being reintroduced as a private member’s bill by Ningo-Prampram MP, Sam George, along with several colleagues. The Communications Minister, speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on … Read more →
Ukraine thanks Ghana for support
Posted on | CommentUkraine has expressed deep appreciation to Ghana for its consistent support at the international level, particularly in backing United Nations resolutions condemning Russia’s invasion of the Eastern European country. This came to light during a recent phone conversation between Andriy … Read more →
Utility tariffs to go up on May 3; 14.75% for electricity, 4.02 % for water
Posted on | CommentEffective May 3, 2025, consumers of both electricity and water would experience increment in tariffs. It follows a new tariff approval by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), which will see electricity jump by 14.75 per cent and water up … Read more →
Prez. Mahama launches Feed Ghana Programme
Posted on | CommentThe government has unveiled a new agriculture initiative dubbed “Feed Ghana Programme” to facilitate a transformation of the country’s agricultural sector. The initiative seeks to boost agricultural production to feed the population, provide raw materials to feed agro-processing factories and … Read more →
Will iPhones cost more because of Trump’s tariffs on China?
Posted on | CommentThe world’s most popular gadgets – phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches – could be about to get a lot more expensive in the US. Many of them are made in China, which now faces a 125% tariff on its goods imported … Read more →
Investors dump T-bills for BoG bills
Posted on | CommentInvestors have dumped treasury bills for the Bank of Ghana bills, which are giving about a 28% return. This is due to the recent sharp decline in yields. Indeed, the government has in the last T-bills auction, recorded undersubscription. “We … Read more →
NIB awaiting Bagbin’s approval to interrogate Ntim Fordjour – Kwakye Ofosu
Posted on | CommentThe Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has disclosed that the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) is awaiting approval from the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to release the Member of Parliament for Assin South, Reverend … Read more →
New okada rules: Only 25yrs+ riders with licences and union membership can operate
Posted on | CommentThe government of Ghana is introducing new, stricter regulations for the operation of commercial motorcycles and tricycles—popularly known as okada and pragyia—to improve safety and accountability in the sector. According to the Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, as part … Read more →
Auditor General embarks on nationwide payroll audit
Posted on | CommentThe Auditor-General has launched a comprehensive nationwide payroll audit targeting all entities on the Controller and Accountant-General’s payroll system, including subvented organizations. The audit will examine the payroll records of Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and subvented bodies for the period … Read more →
Suspension of retirement contract: We’ll lose experienced hands – Organised Labour to Mahama
Posted on | CommentOrganised Labour has urged President John Mahama to conduct extensive consultations prior to the rollout of the directive that suspends the granting of contract extension to retired public servants. The labour representatives argue that the directive has sparked unrest among … Read more →
Chief Justice submits response to Mahama over removal petitions
Posted on | CommentChief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo has submitted her preliminary response to President John Mahama following petitions seeking her removal from office. This development comes as the 10-day window granted to her to respond to the petitions elapses today, Monday, April 7. … Read more →
Vice President takes 3 week medical break
Posted on | CommentVice President of the Republic, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has commenced a three-week medical break, effective from Monday, 7th April, according to sources at the Jubilee House. According to the sources, the Vice President is taking a break following medical … Read more →
Veep Naana Jane is doing very, very well – Ablakwa
Posted on | CommentThe Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has strongly dismissed circulating rumours about the health of Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, urging Ghanaians to ignore negative commentary and “vicious propaganda.” Addressing a gathering of Ghanaians … Read more →
U.S. Ambassador to Ghana calls for continued dialogue over 10% tariff imposition
Posted on | CommentThe United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, has called for further dialogue with the government of Ghana following high-level talks at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs over the recent imposition of a 10 percent tariff on imports from Ghana … Read more →
Goldbod doesn’t possess excessive power – Sammy Gyamfi
Posted on | CommentThe Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), Sammy Gyamfi, has vehemently denied claims that Goldbod possesses excessive powers. According to Sammy Gyamfi, Goldbod’s exclusive role as the sole commercial buyer of gold in the country leaves … Read more →
Cement shortage hits retailers hard as clinker crisis deepens
Posted on | CommentSome cement dealers across the country are raising concerns over a growing shortage of major cement brands, attributing the disruption to a critical scarcity of clinker — a key raw material in cement production. In the past two to four … Read more →
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