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The Ministry of Education is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of lives of two female day students through a shooting incident on Thursday 26th June, 2025 , and a male student also hit by a stray bullet on Friday, 27th June, 2025, at the Nkwanta Senior High School as a result of the resurgence of a tribal conflict in Nkwanta in the Oti Region. The Ministry commiserates with all students, their families, staff of Nkwanta SHS and everyone affected by these senseless acts of violence within the community. Meanwhile, the Honourable Minister, Haruna Iddrisu, has commended the swift but necessary decision taken by the GES and the Acting Regional Director of Education, Oti Region to temporarily close down Nkwanta Senior High School and for arranging police escorts to ensure the safe passage of students to their homes. He tasked the management of the GES to continue to closely monitor developments to ensure the safety of students, staff and school property at all times. We look forwa...

On 25th July 2025, the Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) Consortium, with support from the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), organized a high-level training workshop at the Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) in Asante Mampong. This workshop marked a strategic milestone in ACE4ES’s mission to identify public agricultural universities within and outside Ghana, assess their training needs, and develop tailored capacity-building programs focused on short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) and super pollutant mitigation research and development. University Assessment and Engagement AAMUSTED was identified as a critical academic partner given its focus on skill-based training and agricultural innovation. The workshop assessed the university’s needs for integrating SLCP mitigation and sustainable agriculture technologies into curricula, research, and community outreach. Tailored Training Program Deve...

Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has pledged the government’s commitment to addressing the infrastructure and academic development challenges facing Sunyani Technical University. Speaking at the inauguration of the university’s Governing Council on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Mr. Iddrisu congratulated the new council members and urged them to bring their experience and leadership to bear on the institution’s progress. “The future of our country hinges on training young people in science, mathematics, and engineering,” the Minister stated, adding that Sunyani Technical University, formerly Sunyani Polytechnic, remains one of the earliest institutions converted into a technical university with a strong mandate in electrical and electronic engineering. He praised the university for its strict compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards set by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), describing it as one of the few institutions that continue to uphold ...

   The Christ Jesus of Nazareth for All Freedom Fighters Fellowship (FFF), headquartered at Papase Number 2 in the Awutu-Breku District of Ghana’s Central Region, has strongly disassociated itself from Prophet Stephen Adom Kyei Duah, accusing him and his followers of promoting a deceptive spiritual agenda that threatens to distort the divine mandate of the Fellowship. At a press conference held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Freeman Centre in Accra, the leadership of the Fellowship denounced a recent televised interview aired on Second Chance TV—a platform associated with Prophet Adom Kyei Duah—describing it as misleading and unauthorized. Speaking on behalf of the Fellowship, Brother Wisdom Bittor, who serves as Secretary and Treasurer of the FFF, stated that the interview falsely invoked the name and image of Prophet Kankam Emmanuel Kwaku Attah Kakrah, the leader of the FFF, with the intention of manipulating public perception and spiritual direction. “These individuals ...

   In a significant move toward deepening regional energy integration, the Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to the 330 kV Double Circuit Interconnection Reinforcement Project between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. The announcement came during a high-level ministerial meeting held on June 27, 2025, in Accra. Hon. Gyan-Mensah, delivering a speech on behalf of the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, welcomed delegates from Côte d’Ivoire and partner institutions, praising the project as a “strategic initiative” vital for enhancing grid stability, operational reliability, and cross-border electricity trade within the West African Power Pool (WAPP) framework. The meeting marked a crucial phase in the project, which includes the review of updated technical findings, discussion of institutional governance frameworks, and environmental and social impact assessments. It also featured the signing of a landmark Mem...

   Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire have taken a major step toward regional energy integration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the construction of a 330kV power transmission line linking the two countries. The project, which falls under the West African Power Pool (WAPP) regional master plan, is expected to improve electricity reliability, enhance grid stability, and lower energy costs across both nations. The interconnection initiative seeks to strengthen the infrastructure for cross-border electricity trade, boosting access to energy for homes and businesses while encouraging broader economic development. The MOU formalizes a cooperative framework that will guide the planning and execution of the project through two oversight bodies: a Joint Technical Steering Committee and a Joint Interstate Committee. These will be led by the heads of GRIDCo and CI-ENERGIES, as well as the Ministers of Energy from both nations. Ghana’s Deputy Minister of Energy, Richard Gyan-Mens...

   In a bold and inspiring move to promote inclusivity and celebrate the abilities of persons with disabilities (PWDs), the non-governmental organization Talent Hour for Persons with Disabilities (TH4D) has launched the Amputee Soccer Regional Tour as part of activities to mark the 2025 National Disability Day. The official launch event, held at New Achimota Mile 7 in Accra, brought together key stakeholders, including representatives from the National Council of Persons with Disabilities, the National Paralympic Committee, and members of the Ghana National Amputee Football Team. The tour, scheduled to begin on October 4 and conclude on December 3—World Disability Day—will take place across six regional capitals and their surroundings. It aims to create platforms for talented amputee footballers to showcase their skills, challenge stigma, and drive the growth of disability sports nationwide. Speaking at the event, Mr. Samuel Obeng Ansah, Founder of TH4D and Treasurer of the Gh...

   At a special event held at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna, Austria on 14th June , 2025, Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, in the margins of the the First Resumed Sixteenth Session of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation Review Group (IRG) and the Open-Ended Intergovernmental Working Group on the Prevention of Corruption, addressed the Ghanaian community and distinguished guests at a celebration which marked the enstoolment of the Vienna Hemaa (Gyaase Hemaa) and Adonten Hemaa of Austria. She congratulated Asanteman Austria and the newly enstooled Hemaa, emphasizing the importance of leadership, unity, and service within Ghanaian tradition. Hon. Bampoe Addo called on the Ghanaian diaspora to maintain solidarity, support each other, and contribute to development projects. She praised the diaspora’s active engagement in Austria and their contributions to both Ghanaian and Austrian societies, urging youth to embrace their heritage and look ...

   Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Deputy Chief of Staff and head of Ghana’s Delegation, delivered landmark statements at the First Resumed Sixteenth Session of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) Implementation Review Group (IRG) and the Open-Ended Intergovernmental Working Group on the Prevention of Corruption in Vienna on 16th June, 2025. She outlined Ghana’s robust anti-corruption framework, citing the 1992 Constitution, key legislation like the Criminal Offences Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, Whistleblower Act, and Witness Protection Act. She also highlighted the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan (NACAP I & II), with NACAP II set for launch in September 2025, and the new “Operation Recover All Loot” (ORAL) initiative. Hon. Bampoe Addo reported tangible results: over $340,000 recovered by the Special Prosecutor, $11.5 million saved through blocked inflated contracts, and $1.55 billion recovered by the Au...

    The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), Mr. Mark Baah, has highlighted the strategic importance of the 330kV Double Circuit Côte d’Ivoire–Ghana Interconnection Reinforcement Project, describing it as a milestone towards deepening West African energy integration and accelerating regional power trade. Speaking at a high-level meeting in Accra, Mr. Baah welcomed delegates from Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, including representatives from CI-ENERGIES, the West African Power Pool (WAPP) Secretariat, and consulting firm Studio Pietrangeli. He noted that the project forms part of the WAPP Coastal Power Transmission Backbone aimed at linking electricity networks across Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria. According to Mr. Baah, the interconnection project, identified as a top priority in the ECOWAS Master Plan for Regional Power Infrastructure (2019–2033), is necessary to eliminate trade bottlenecks and support the regional electricity market. The €154...

The Chief Director of Ghana’ Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Solomon Adjetey Sowah, has reaffirmed Ghana’s strong commitment to deepening regional energy cooperation through the WAPP 330kV Double Circuit Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana Interconnection Reinforcement Project. Speaking at a high-level meeting, Mr. Sowah welcomed energy leaders and technical experts from both Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, including representatives from GRIDCo, CI-ENERGIES, the West African Power Pool (WAPP) Secretariat, and consultant Studio Pietrangeli. He praised the progress made through the feasibility study, describing it as the outcome of months of rigorous technical collaboration and a pivotal step in the realization of a cross-border energy infrastructure that promises to significantly boost power reliability and integration between the two countries. Beyond reviewing the study, the meeting also aimed to formalize commitments through the signing of legal instruments that will establish a robust framework ...

   Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to tackling the growing burden of diabetes among children with the official launch of the Sanofi Affordable Access to Diabetes Care and Kids & Diabetes in Schools (KiDS) Program. Speaking at the launch, the Minister said the initiative signals “a collective resolve to act against one of the most pressing public health emergencies of our time.” He noted with concern the rising incidence of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents in Ghana—conditions previously thought to primarily affect adults. “Today, our children not only face the physical burden of diabetes, but also stigma, misinformation, and lack of support in the very environment they spend most of their time—our schools,” Hon. Akandoh stated.   The Minister highlighted progress already made since Ghana signed an MoU with Sanofi in April 2023 to implement the Affordable Access to Diabetes Care initi...

Zoomlion Ghana Limited the leading subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies is set to extend its expertise to Burkina Faso's waste management sector, following a high-level meeting between its Executive Chairman, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, and Burkina Faso's Prime Minister, Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, Dr. Siaw Agyepong led a delegation to meet with Burkina Faso's Prime Minister, Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo, in the presence of the Burkinabe Minister in Charge of the Environment, Roger Baro, and the Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana, Major Colonel David Kabré. The meeting marked a significant step forward in the realization of a major project to extending integrated waste management in Burkina Faso. The initiative shall encompass waste collection, recovery, recycling and treatment within the waste management value chain in neighbouring Burkina Faso. The project is a result of discussions between Burkinabe and Ghanaian authorities, in...

  The Minister for Education, Honourable Haruna Iddrisu has tasked the newly inaugurated Governing Board of the Ghana Library Authority (GhLA) to spearhead the construction of presidential libraries in honour of all past Presidents of the Republic. Hon. Iddrisu expressed concern over the lack of adequate information resource on former presidents, noting that this initiative would be a significant step toward preserving Ghana’s national memory and promoting public knowledge of the country’s democratic journey. The Minister made the remarks when he inaugurated the Governing Board of the Ghana Library Authority chaired by Dr. Michael Ato Essuman in Accra today. The Minister charged the members to reimagine and modernise Ghana’s public library system to reflect the demands of a rapidly evolving, knowledge-driven society. He encouraged the Council to initiate public, private partnerships to establish libraries in rural communities and expand the scope to cover the Free Senior High Schoo...

   The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that the Government of Ghana has released GH₵8,989,866.00 to settle all outstanding arrears owed to Special Schools across the country. In a press statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of the Public Relations Unit, GES affirmed that the payment covers all delayed funds and is a significant step in demonstrating the government’s commitment to inclusive education and the welfare of learners with special needs. “This disbursement demonstrates the Government’s continued commitment to inclusive education and the wellbeing of learners with special needs,” the statement read. The GES expressed appreciation to the heads, staff, and students of Special Schools for their patience, resilience, and dedication during the period of financial delays. Management also commended the government for prioritizing the needs of Special Needs Education. GES reiterated its commitment to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure equitabl...

   The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has issued a passionate call for national unity and urgency in the fight against human trafficking, as Ghana begins activities marking the World Day Against Human Trafficking (Blue Day) and the 20th anniversary of the Human Trafficking Act (Act 694). Delivering the keynote address at a media launch held at the Accra City Hotel, the Minister emphasized the need for "intentional and inclusive efforts" to reach every victim and hold perpetrators accountable. She said this year’s global theme, “Reach Every Victim of Trafficking – Leave No One Behind,” must resonate deeply across all sectors of Ghanaian society. “Let this be more than a commemoration. Let this be a recommitment. Let us educate, legislate, and activate,” Dr. Lartey urged. “Victims are being enslaved, raped, and dehumanized by exploiters. Some are deceived into leaving Ghana under false pretenses, only to suffer abuse and tra...

   The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has warned that individuals operating as cybersecurity professionals without proper accreditation are in breach of the law and risk penalties under Ghana’s Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038). Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 5th IT Audit, Cybersecurity & Risk Conference in Kumasi, the acting Director-General of the CSA, Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti, said the CSA was actively enforcing its licensing and accreditation framework. The conference, organised by the ISACA Accra Chapter, brought together cybersecurity professionals, policymakers, academics, and industry leaders. Mr. Agbeti noted that only licensed service providers and accredited professionals were permitted to operate in Ghana's cybersecurity space adding “we are committed to monitoring and ensuring full compliance with the law to protect critical information infrastructure and the interests of consumers.” Touching on AI and its associated risks, he stated that the rapid d...

  By E. A. Kwarteng The Spain Branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has warmly welcomed Ghana's new Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain, Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe, and assured her of its full support as she assumes her diplomatic role. Speaking in an interview, the Acting Secretary of the Branch, Hanson Dartey, commended President John Dramani Mahama for fulfilling a long-held expectation by appointing a substantive representative to advance Ghana's interests in Spain. According to Dartey, the appointment is timely and reflects the President's high regard for Ghanaians in the diaspora. “We are extremely grateful to His Excellency President Mahama for heeding our appeal and appointing an ambassador at this critical juncture,” Dartey said. “This shows his commitment to deepening Ghana's diplomatic presence in Europe and attending to the needs of the Ghanaian community here.” He assured the new ambassador of the Branch’s readiness to work collaboratively to promote ...

   The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has firmly debunked claims circulating on social media suggesting that the Service is currently recruiting. In an official public alert, GIS stated categorically that no such recruitment exercise is underway and warned Ghanaians to be wary of fraudulent announcements designed to deceive and defraud. According to the statement signed by Assistant Commissioner of Immigration, M. Amoako-Atta, all official GIS recruitment announcements are published solely in the Daily Graphic and Ghanaian Times, not on social media platforms. The public is therefore strongly advised to disregard any such claims made online and await an official announcement through these authorized national dailies. GIS also drew attention to the proliferation of fake social media pages and impersonators who exploit official images and videos of the Service to mislead job seekers. These acts of impersonation, the Service emphasized, are criminal offenses under Ghanaian law, ...

   In a major step toward strengthening Ghana's tertiary education sector, the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, has announced a GH¢40 million seed funding package for emerging public universities. This significant investment, channeled through the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), was revealed on Saturday, June 21, 2025, during the 5th Congregation of the C.K. Tedem University of Technology and Applied Sciences (CKT-UTAS) in the Upper East Region. Speaking as the Special Guest of Honour, Minister Iddrisu reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering equitable development among Ghana’s newer universities. “This government is fully committed to nurturing our young public universities, ensuring they have the necessary resources to develop and provide quality education that meets the demands of our evolving economy,” he said to a round of applause from graduates, faculty, and stakeholders. According to the Minister, each of the four selected institutions will...