GHANA’S economic growth slowed by 4.2 per cent in November 2025 as compared with 7.1 per cent in the same period in 2024, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed. The Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) index increased to 122.7 in November 2025 from 117.7 in 2024, indicating higher overall economic activity. The figures, … The post Economic growth slows to 4.2% in November

THE Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana (PAOG) has set February 16, 2026, as the final deadline for the submission of Ghanaian passports by all prospective Hajj pilgrims for onward processing to the Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for visa issuance. The directive affects all prospective pilgrims who have completed payment for the 2026 … The post PAOG sets February 16 deadline for

The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) has called for the immediate relief of its Managing Director, citing gross mismanagement and demanding a forensic audit of the corporation’s finances. The call came as workers staged a one-day demonstration at the GBC premises, citing concerns that the continued stay of the Director-General, Professor Amin Alhassan, would further jeopardise … The post GBC

On January 17, 2026, a historic turning point for our blue planet was reached. The High Seas Treaty (HST) – formally the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) – officially entered into force. While the maritime community celebrates, a critical question looms: what happens … The post BBNJ has finally

THE Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB PLC) has marked a significant corporate milestone with the unveiling of a new corporate cloth, symbolising the Bank’s enduring legacy, shared values, and renewed commitment to excellence as it continues its transformation journey. The launch of the new corporate cloth, which coincided with the Bank’s annual thanksgiving, forms part … The post ADB

The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), in partnership with the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) and Abak Foundation Ghana, held an advocacy engagement in Kumasi to mobilise citizens to monitor extractives revenue and demand accountability in community projects. The forum highlighted challenges in implementing the Annual Budget Funding Amount (ABFA) and called for a review … The post GACC

.The Minority Caucus in Parliament has accused the government of short-changing cocoa farmers following the announcement of a reduction in the cocoa producer price from GHC 51,660 per tonne to GHC 41,392 per tonne. The caucus has therefore urged the government to relieve the Chief Executive Officer of COCOBOD, Dr Randy Abbey, of his position … The post Minority

President John Dramani Mahama, is expected to grace the 2026 edition of the Kwahu Business Forum which is scheduled for Friday, April 3, to Sunday, April 5, 2026 Also, it is also expected to feature the Chief of Staff, Mr Julius Debrah; the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama; and a … The post President Mahama to grace 2026 Kwahu Business Forum appeared first on Ghanaian

Government Communicator , Dr Sammy Ayeh, has defended the decision to recall Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal, amid public debate over alleged vote buying issues linked to the Ayawaso contest. Dr Ayeh dismissed suggestions that the recall should be compared to the case of Hajia Amina Adam, who has been mentioned by … The post Dr Sammy

Former President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo, has expressed optimism about Bangladesh’s democratic process as the country prepares for its elections. Mr Akufo Addo, who is serving as Chairperson of the Commonwealth Observer Group in Bangladesh, noted that the polls present an opportunity for the people of Bangladesh to mark a new phase … The post Akufo Addo expresses

The Office of the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has inform the public that the Minister and the Deputy Minister for Communications and Digital Technology, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, are in stable condition following a road traffic accident involving their convoy on the Bolgatanga- Tumu Road today. The Ministers and their respective teams were en route … The post Bolgatanga-

Deputy Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party NPP, Kamal Deen Abdulai has criticized what he describes as excessive spending on luxury vehicles for officials of the Ghana Cocoa Board Cocobod, arguing that the purchases do not reflect the pressing needs of cocoa farmers. Speaking during a media discussion at Joy News , he … The post NPP’s

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Cocoa Board COCOBOD, Dr. Randy Abbey, has indicated that the government plans to introduce a new policy direction for Ghana’s cocoa industry. Dr.Abbey made the remarks after a stakeholder engagement with cocoa processors, describing the consultations as a key step in shaping reforms within the sector. He … The post COCOBOD signals

Professional sports in Ghana have always stirred strong emotions, but by 2026, they are also becoming more structured. Football remains the main attraction – clubs with long histories, supporters with fond memories, and a domestic schedule that keeps the country talking week after week. At the same time, basketball is growing its presence: more organized … The post Ghana’s Stadium-to-Street

EFL clubs will vote on expanding play-offs in the Championship from four to six teams at a meeting on March 5. The proposal, which has been under consideration for a number of seasons, would mean the teams finishing from third to eighth compete for a place in the Premier League. It would mirror the format … The post Clubs to vote on expanding Championship play-offs appeared first on Ghanaian

The Italian’s departure from the French club follows a 5-0 thrashing by Paris St-Germain and their recent exit from the Champions League following a 3-0 defeat at Club Brugge. De Zerbi took over at Marseille in the summer of 2024 after leaving Brighton, where he spent just under two years in charge. He led Marseille … The post De Zerbi leaves Marseille by mutual consent appeared first on

The European Super League breakaway project is finally over after a peace pact between UEFA and the final agitator, Real Madrid. Those behind the plot, that caused unprecedented uproar within the Premier League in 2021, had refused to give up on the idea in recent years. However, as football leaders met in Brussels on Tuesday, … The post Real Madrid call off Super League

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has launched the 2026 National Chocolate Month, a flagship national initiative aimed at promoting domestic cocoa consumption, value addition, and the growth of Ghana’s chocolate industry as part of the country’s tourism and creative economy agenda. The initiative forms part of the authority’s efforts to reposition Ghana not only as … The post GTA launches 2026

The Minister of Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to completing the Axim Sea Defence Project to protect residents, particularly fisherfolk, from tidal waves and flooding. The project, being executed by Makam Plant Hire (MPH), involves the construction of a 2.2-kilometre sea defence wall and 550 metres of … The post Gov’t

A Ghanaian based in Germany, Ms Sabrina Addo, has made a cash presentation of GH¢3,000.00 to the Street Academy, a sports and cultural organisation in Accra. Ms Addo, who works as an accountant at Freie Waldorfschule Freudenstadt International School in Germany, said it was her way of supporting the management of the academy to take … The post Ghanaian philanthropist supports Street Academy