Parliament has approved the Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, 2025, during its sitting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The bill, which seeks to repeal the Security and Intelligence Agencies Act, 2020 (Act 1030), is designed to modernise Ghana’s national security and intelligence architecture and align it with current government policy. Among its key provisions are […]

The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) is appealing to the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) to extend the March 31, 2026 deadline for the withdrawal of mixed alcoholic and stimulant beverages from the Ghanaian market. AGI said the current timeline poses significant financial risks to local manufacturers. The appeal was made during a high-level Industry […]

Confederation of African Football president Patrice Motsepe has expressed support for Senegal national football team’s decision to challenge the ruling that saw them lose the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations crown. CAF officially revised the outcome of the final on March 17, 2026, handing Morocco national football team a 3-0 win, despite Senegal’s victory on […]

The Upper West Regional Police Command has arrested four suspects in connection with a series of robbery incidents in the Wa West District of the Upper West Region, bringing some relief to residents following weeks of heightened insecurity. According to a police press release, signed by the Upper West Regional commander, DCOP. Francis Yiribaare, the […]

The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, has taken a firm stand in advocating for improved livelihoods and long-term sustainability for fisherfolks across the country. Her intervention came through a public interest question directed at the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, Emelia Arthur, when she appeared before the Government Assurances Committee of […]

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe has issued an official response following the CAF Appeals Board’s ruling on the controversial final between Morocco and Senegal at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025. Speaking to CAF TV, Dr Motsepe expressed “extreme disappointment” over the incidents that marred the final, stating that the situation undermines years of work done by […]

The Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Department of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is calling on government to invest in modern equipment to enhance the treatment of patients requiring ear and hearing care. The Chief Audiologist at the Hearing Assessment Centre of Korle Bu, Jemima Fynn, made the appeal during a partnership with Qatar Charity […]

The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has opposed calls for the immediate removal of the GH?1 fuel levy on petroleum products. They warn that scrapping the charge without a sustainable alternative could undermine efforts to stabilize Ghana’s energy sector and address existing sector debts. In a statement issued on March 18, 2026, the policy think […]

A pivotal United Nations vote later this month may reshape how the world formally recognises the transatlantic slave trade, following a proposal led by Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, to classify it as the “gravest crime against humanity.” The resolution is set for debate on 25 March 2026, aligning with the International Day of Remembrance […]

Ghanaian music duo, Lali X Lola have appealed to the Board of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) for a reinstatement of the Group of the Year Category into this year’s award scheme. In a letter dated March 17, 2026, the artistes argued that the omission of the Group of the Year category “may inadvertently […]

The Ghana Journalists Association has welcomed the decision by authorities to pursue an out-of-court settlement in the long-running case involving journalist Latif Iddrisu, describing the move as “constructive and forward-looking.” Iddrisu was assaulted by police in October 2017 while covering a political protest in Accra, sustaining serious head injuries — an incident that sparked widespread […]

Parliament has passed the Ghana Deposit Protection Amendment Bill 2025, a move aimed at strengthening the capacity of the Ghana Deposit Protection Corporation to safeguard depositors against losses resulting from insured events. The revised law expands the Corporation’s mandate, positioning it to play a more active role in promoting a safe, sound, and efficient market-based […]

Prolific lyricist and rapper, M.anifest, has opened up on when last he filed for nominations at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). The rapper’s honest disclosure comes after content creator Scanty asked the rapper whether he submitted his song “Wine & Blues,” which features Arathejay, for consideration as “Collaboration of the Year” at the 27th […]

The President of the Ghana Journalists Association, Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor has addressed wide range of issues at a press conference held on March 18. Th issues covered in his address included Latif Iddrisu’s case, interrogation of journalists, security services recruitment and the GJA’s upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) Please read full text of his speech […]

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has extended an invitation to the Vice President of IMANI Africa Kofi Bentil for an explanation of the sale of Ghana’s gold. Dr Asiama said he operates a transparent system, and he is ready to offer further explanation on this matter. Answering questions during the […]

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin has asserted that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) would secure a parliamentary majority if elections were held today, arguing that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has been unable to fulfill key promises to Ghanaians. He claimed that the reduction in cocoa prices is a major shift from the promise made […]

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that the reduction in the policy rate amidst concerns of the impact of the Middle East crisis does not pose any problem at all. On Wednesday, March 18, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) reduced the policy rate to 14 % from the earlier […]

Lawyers of Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, have filed a preliminary objection to the Extradition proceedings initiated against their client. The lawyers argue that, per the UK and US Extradition Treaty of 1931, as well as the Extradition Act 1960, being enforced in Ghana, the charges levelled against Abu Trica are not extraditable […]

London-based African football expert Osasu Obayiuwana has strongly criticised the decision by the Confederation of African Football to overturn the 2025 AFCON final result in favour of Morocco, despite Senegal winning on the pitch. African football has been thrown into fresh controversy following the Confederation of African Football’s decision to overturn the result of the […]