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Kojo Choi Meets NDPC on Ghana–Korea Ties

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Gana’s Ambassador-designate to South Korea, Mr. Kojo Choi, has paid a courtesy call on the Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and Senior Advisor to the President on the Sustainable Development Goals, Dr. Nii Moi Thompson, to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation between Ghana and South Korea. The meeting, held in Accra, focused on Ghana’s interest in drawing lessons from South Korea’s remarkable economic transformation, especially in industrialization, research and development, and infrastructure development. Dr. Thompson recalled his 2015 visit to South Korea, where he engaged with a business strategist who highlighted South Korea’s “capital saturation” and the need to channel surplus capital into investments abroad. He emphasized that Ghana, with its strategic location and access to markets such as Europe, stood out as a viable destination for such investments. He further cited institutions such as the Korea Railway Research Institute as examples o...
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Greater Accra Minister Blasts Non-Performance MMDCEs

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   The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Linda Ocloo (MP) , has issued a stern warning to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the region, accusing many of them of inefficiency and complacency in discharging their duties. Speaking at the “Meet the Press” encounter held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Impartility Conference Hall of the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC), the Minister said she was disappointed at the lack of urgency shown by several MMDCEs, stressing that excuses will no longer be tolerated. “Leadership is not about sitting in offices and enjoying perks. It is about delivering results, and right now, many of you are simply sleeping on the job,” she charged. The engagement, part of the government’s “Reset Agenda” , focused on three critical issues: streetlights, sanitation, and billboard regulation. On streetlights, Hon. Ocloo announced that the Ministry of Energy had secured 3,000 new units , with each assembly set to rec...
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GenCED Report Reveals Widespread Violence Against Women in Politics

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The Gender Centre for Empowering Development (GenCED) has launched a groundbreaking research report exposing the scale and persistence of violence against women in Ghana’s political parties. The findings reveal that such violence is systemic, cutting across party lines and posing a major barrier to women’s political participation. According to the study, nine out of ten women surveyed reported experiencing some form of violence within their political parties . Verbal abuse emerged as the most widespread, with many respondents citing WhatsApp platforms as the main space where such harassment takes place . The report also found that half of the women surveyed indicated their parties lacked internal mechanisms to address violence , leaving victims with little to no recourse. In many cases, women retreat or reduce their engagement to protect themselves, a trend that further limits female representation in politics and entrenches gender inequality. “These findings highlight not only the ...
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Picketing at EOCO Threatens National Security-Kwadwo Atta Apeakorang, Founder and President , Save the Nation for Future Leaders Writes

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  In recent years, Ghanaians have developed a growing trend of rallying behind their favourite politicians and celebrities whenever they are invited by state investigative bodies. This solidarity often takes the form of large crowds besieging the premises of institutions such as the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) and the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). While intended as expressions of loyalty, these actions pose a serious national security concern. Months ago, the premises of EOCO became the centre of political drama when a large group of Members of Parliament accompanied Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, during his invitation for questioning. The charged atmosphere not only disrupted the environment but also raised questions about interference in investigations. A similar scene unfolded last Thursday when scores of youth gathered at EOCO headquarters following the invitation of dancehall artiste Shatta Wale....
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Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod): Paving the Way for Sustainable Gold Trading and Economic Growth

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  By Prince Kwame Minkah  Media Relations Officer, GoldBod  In the first half of the year, Ghana has showcased remarkable economic resilience, with gold exports leading the charge. Contributing a staggering US$8.38 billion, gold has firmly established itself as the cornerstone of the nation’s export economy, significantly exceeding imports. Following gold, cocoa exports contributed US$2.167 billion, while crude oil added US$1.364 billion to the national coffers. Additionally, non-traditional exports accounted for the remaining US$1.87 billion, demonstrating the diverse potential of Ghana’s export landscape. At the heart of this success story is the Ghana Gold Board, commonly known as GoldBod. As a pivotal player in the gold trading sector, GoldBod is not just focused on increasing gold exports but is also committed to fostering sustainable and responsible practices within the gold mining and trading industry. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that every ounce of g...
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3. Hon. Sowah Urges Full CRVS System Integration

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   Ghana has taken a major step toward strengthening its legal identity systems and improving access to essential services with the opening of a national validation workshop for the Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) Strategic Plan for 2025–2030. Speaking at the event held at the Royal Lee’s Hotel in Aburi, Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, emphasised the importance of CRVS not just as a recordkeeping tool, but as the foundation for inclusive development, human rights, and evidence-based policymaking. “This gathering affirms our national commitment to building a robust, inclusive, and fully integrated CRVS system that leaves no one behind,” she said. The new strategic plan aims to improve birth and death registration coverage across the country. While birth registration has increased to 76.7% in 2024, death registration remains low at 35.3%, hindered by cultural barriers, limited public awareness, a...
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KGL Group Praised for Backing Democracy Cup

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At the official launch of the 2nd Edition of the Democracy Cup, the KGL Group of companies, a wholly-owned Ghanaian conglomerate was singled out for praise by the Speaker, and Parliament of Ghana on the numerous Corporate Social Responsibility activities undertaken by the KGL Foundation. The KGL Group, through its long-term commitment to national unity and comprehensive development, has title-sponsored the second edition of the Democracy Cup, a flagship sports development initiative designed by the Parliament of Ghana to promote peace, unity, and national civic engagements across the country. The first edition of the Democracy Cup was launched in 2024 by the Parliament of Ghana. However, due to limited financial sponsorship, the inaugural edition held at the Accra Sports Stadium failed to attract the needed national attention and prominence. According to the Speaker of Parliament, Right Honourable Alban Bagbin, the second edition of the Democracy Cup promises to be more impactful large...
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THE EXCLUSIVE NEWSPAPER, THURSDAY 10TH JULY, 2025 EDITION 

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Government Launches Gold Task Force to Fight Smuggling

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The Government of Ghana has taken a bold and historic step to revolutionize its gold industry with the official inauguration of the Ghana Gold Board Task Force—a critical move aimed at ensuring transparency, curbing smuggling, and securing full economic benefits from the country’s rich mineral resources. In a speech delivered at the inaugural ceremony, **President John Dramani Mahama** announced that this milestone marks the shift from policy to action under his administration’s ambitious **RESET agenda, comprehensive program to revitalize the nation’s economy and reform key institutions. Since the interim launch of the Ghana Gold Board in January 2025, the country has already seen remarkable gains, with 61.5 metric tons of gold exported from the small-scale sector. This is valued at USD 5 billion, this represents a 95% increase over gains made from the same period last year. For the first time in Ghana’s history, small-scale gold exports have surpassed large-scale mining exports, the ...
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Ghana to Host eLearning Africa 2026 Conference

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Ghana has taken a bold step toward positioning itself as a hub for digital learning in West Africa, following the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with eLearning Africa, paving the way to host the 18th edition of Africa’s premier education technology conference from June 3–5, 2026, in Accra. Speaking at the MoU signing ceremony, Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, expressed pride and optimism over what the partnership represents for the country’s education future. “This MoU is more than just a formality; it marks Ghana’s unwavering commitment to being at the forefront of Africa’s digital education revolution,” Dr. Apaak stated. “We are not just preparing for a conference—we are preparing for a future where technology serves every learner, where innovation drives inclusion, and where Ghana leads by example.” He emphasized that the event would shine a spotlight on Ghana’s progress under initiatives like the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes P...
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