As Ghana begins a new year, moments of transition invite more than celebration; they demand reflection. Beyond the usual rhythms of political debate, the start of a new year offers an opportunity to reconsider how we discuss the policies that shape our collective future. Few issues demand such sober reflection as education, particularly the Free […]

The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr.Joseph Siaw Agyepong, and his wife, Dr. Mrs. Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, provided essential food items and transportation cash to over 5,000 Ghanaians at their Accra residence on New Year’s Day January 1, 2026, continuing a decade-long tradition of festive season support. Over 5,000 Ghanaians from far […]

The new water and electricity tariffs announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) will take effect today, Thursday, Janury 1, 2026. The PURC announced a 9.86% increase in electricity tariffs across all customer categories and a 15.92% upward review of water tariffs for all classes. This major tariff review, which will remain in force […]

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Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his Christmas-season visit to former President John Agyekum Kufuor, describing it as a rare and commendable gesture that reflects a broader reset of Ghana’s political culture. According to Dr. Apaak, the visit represents a significant moment in Ghana’s political history, […]

The General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU), Ghana, Mr. Morgan Ayawine, has urged Ghanaian workers to recommit themselves to productivity, discipline and national development as the country enters the New Year 2026. In his New Year message to ICU members and workers across the country, Mr. Ayawine said workers must “not […]

Founding President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has urged President John Dramani Mahama to appoint a substantive Defence Minister. He makes the point that this would enable the acting Defence Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson concentrate on his main role as Finance Minister. Dr Ato Forson was appointed as acting Defence Minister on August 7, […]

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has thanked Ghanaians for the support they have given to the Mahama administration last year. Dr Forson noted that support for the tough but necessary reforms is helping the government to reset the economy for growth, jobs, and lasting transformation. In his New Year message, he said “As we […]

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested Stephen Kwakye on 30th December 2025 for conspiring to commit robbery against a gold miner at Manso Abrense near Manso Nsiana in the Ashanti Region, following intelligence that he and other accomplices were planning an attack on a victim who routinely transports gold to Kumasi for sale. […]

The Tema Regional Police Command has foiled an armed robbery attack at Afienya-Mataheko in the early hours of Monday, 29 December 2025. This is contained in a press release issued by the Ghana Police Service on December 31. According to the statement, “On Friday, 27 December 2025, the Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) of the Tema […]

As part of 31st December operations to climax the year 2025, the NAIMOS Taskforce currently operating in the Western and Western North Regions, conducted massive raids on sites at Gwira Banso in Evalue Gwira District, specifically at communities along the Ankobra River. The illegal miners bolted on sighting the NAIMOS team at the various sites. […]

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The Western Central Regional Police Command has confirmed the death of one young man and injuries to two others following a violent disturbance that erupted during a major anti-drug swoop in Aboso on Wednesday 31 December 2025. In a press release dated December 31, 2025, police authorities stated that the operation was part of security […]

In a world where global headwinds are shifting and external barriers are rising, especially against African migrants, a powerful, people-driven campaign is preparing to sweep across Africa in 2026. The “Make Africa Borderless Now!” movement. This movement will be unveiled formally in Accra, Ghana, in February at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2026. It […]

Two adult males have died following a violent clash over family land at Dondoli, a suburb of Wa in the Upper West Region. One of the victims died at the scene, while the other was pronounced dead shortly after being rushed to hospital. The Upper West Regional Police Commander, DCOP Francis Yiribaare, who confirmed the […]

The year 2025 is emerging as a defining moment for Ghana’s education sector, marked by what government officials describe as “hard choices, honest reflection and a decisive reset” under President John Dramani Mahama. When President Mahama and the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, took office, they encountered an education system weighed down by long-standing structural […]

Medeama SC were held to a goalless draw by Bibiani Gold Stars at the Dun’s Park in the final Ghana Premier League fixture for 2025. The nail-biting clash saw both sides attempt to break the deadlock in the opening 45 minutes, but failed to convert any of the 11 total shots between them. Gold Stars […]

The Volta Regional Security Council (REGSEC), in close consultation with the Ministry of Interior, has temporarily closed the Ho Central Mosque, for a duration of two (2) weeks, commencing from Thursday, 1st January, 2026. This is contained in a press release dated December 31. “Additionally, the location under dispute is hereby declared a crime scene […]

The year 2025 will be etched in the annals of Ghanaian sports as a landmark period for the Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) as Ghana’s national Armwrestling team, the Golden Arms, did not just compete; they showcased a spectacular, medal-laden campaign across the continent and the globe, firmly cementing the nation’s reputation as an African powerhouse […]

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has secured the conviction of Pergringo Braimah Abubakah Sadick, also known as “Cyborg,” for unlawfully discharging a firearm in public. He was put before the Adenta Circuit Court One, presided over by Her Ladyship Angela Attachie, on 31st December 2025 where he pleaded guilty to the charge and expressed remorse […]