Mahama Thanks United States for Airlifting Ghanaian Engineers to Jamaica
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his appreciation to the United States for supporting Ghana in airlifting army engineers to Jamaica to assist with post-hurricane reconstruction. Speaking ahead of the deployment, President Mahama thanked former U.S. President Donald Trump, along with the government and people of the United States, for making the mission possible. He…
Kumasi Technical University Deepens Research Capacity with High-Impact Grantsmanship Training
The School of Business at Kumasi Technical University (KsTU) has successfully held the second phase of its Grantsmanship Training Programme, marking a significant step in strengthening research capacity and external funding readiness among faculty members. The two-day intensive training, which took place on 16th and 17th December 2025 at the Forestry Commission Training Centre, brought…
Ghana, US Strengthen Cooperation in Visas, Trade and Security – Ablakwa
Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says his meeting with the Acting United States Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Rolf Olson, was “very constructive,” with both sides reviewing recent gains in bilateral relations. In a social media update, the Minister noted that discussions covered key developments, including the restoration of five-year visas for Ghanaians, the removal…
Asantehene Concludes Mediation Talks Between Kusaasi and Mamprusi, to Present Report to President Mahama
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is expected to brief the President in the coming days on the outcome of the long-standing mediation efforts between the Kusaasi and Mamprusi factions. This follows the completion of a major dialogue session held on Monday at the Manhyia Palace. The meeting ended on a positive note, prompting moments…
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Reports Positive Developments in Bawku Mediation Efforts
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has announced encouraging progress in the ongoing mediation efforts to resolve the longstanding conflict in Bawku, located in Ghana’s Upper East Region. In a recent statement, the Asantehene highlighted that the area is currently experiencing a period of relative peace, attributing this improvement to the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders…
Greater Accra RCC Reschedules Ada East DCE Confirmation Vote
The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has announced a rescheduling of the confirmation vote for the President’s nominee for the Ada East District Chief Executive (DCE) position. The second round of voting is now set for Wednesday, May 14, 2025. In a statement signed by Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the…
Former NSB Director Kwabena Adu-Boahene Rearrested on New Charges Following Bail in Cybersecurity Case
Kwabena Adu-Boahene, the former Director of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), has been rearrested on fresh charges shortly after being granted bail in an ongoing GHS49 million cybersecurity procurement case. His legal counsel, Samuel Atta Akyea, revealed the development to journalists following a court hearing at the Accra High Court on Tuesday, May 13, 2025….
President Mahama Dissolves All Statutory Boards and Councils Established by Former Government
In a significant move aimed at fostering effective governance and aligning with constitutional mandates, President John Dramani Mahama has officially dissolved all statutory boards, corporations, commissions, and councils that were appointed by the previous administration. This sweeping decision took effect on January 7, 2025, coinciding with President Mahama’s inauguration for his new term in office….
GES Introduces Strategy to Assist 2024 WASSCE Students Awaiting Results for University Admission
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced a plan to ensure students who sat for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) gain university admission while awaiting their results. According to a report by MyNewsGh.com, GES is working with key stakeholders, including the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and tertiary institutions, to address…
Gov’t, CETAG to meet Monday on strike
Accra, Aug. 18, GNA – The Fair Wages Commission is to the leadership of the Colleges of Education Teachers Association Ghana (CETAG) and other stakeholders on Monday morning. The meeting which will be hosted and facilitated by the Ministry of Labour and Employment Relations, among other things would discuss concerns of CETAG members whose nationwide…