By Beatrice Shine Ayroe (Based on a true account. Names have been withheld out of respect for the living and the dead. This story is dedicated to all those lost to TB, and to all those still fighting.) Before I Knew Before I joined the Stop TB Partnership Ghana, tuberculosis was just a word, a […] The post The shadow that stayed: A mother’s story of tuberculosis,

By Oral Ofori Celebrated fashion designer Afua Sam is marking a major milestone this June as her notable fashion house, STUDIO D’MAXSI DESIGNS, celebrates its 20th anniversary, capping two decades of fashion rooted in style and impact-making. Afua started with a single sewing machine and a self-taught skill set, which has now evolved into an […] The post Afua Sam marks 20

By Samuel SAM The Northern Regional Education Directorate has reiterated its unwavering commitment to combating examination malpractice throughout this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) across the region. The directorate, in a statement signed by Owusu Frederick, the Northern Regional Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Education Service (GES), on behalf of the Northern Regional […] The post N/R

“Don’t sweep another’s house whilst your own is dirty.” – Kenyan proverb It is very easy to point the finger, either at the system or a group of people as being liable for the decadence around us. What we often forget is that, there can never be collective responsibility unless individual responsibility has taken a […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo Brumpon:

MISORNU Safety Center and the Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) held a groundbreaking joint Security and Safety Awareness training session for more than 200 Cadet Leaders and Trainers across Ghana. The two?hour virtual session, hosted from Adanwomase in the Ashanti Region, introduced participants to essential safety and security awareness skills designed to […] The post MISORNU,

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TAG Transport & Logistics and an aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) Executive Member for the Madina Constituency, Tony Bonsu, has donated a significant supply of educational materials to final-year students in a dedicated effort to bolster preparedness for the final Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The donation, which included […] The post Tony

…Targets growing demand for tech leadership in Africa The Open Institute of Technology (OPIT) has launched a professional doctorate in applied Artificial Intelligence (AI), starting in September 2026 and delivered entirely online. This new programme is a Level eight qualification created in response to rising demand across Africa’s leading digital economies. The programme is particularly […] The post OPIT

After weeks of laughter, creativity, and unforgettable digital moments, the Minimie Atsomo “Laugh It Off” Creator Challenge, has officially come to an exciting close. What began as a bold celebration of Ghanaian humour has now evolved into a powerful platform that has spotlighted the next generation of content creators, marking not just the end of […] The post Minimie

The National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) has disclosed that it requires at least GH¢770million to purchase excess rice and other grains from farmers across the country, amid growing complaints from producers over limited market access. This comes after rice farmers accused NAFCO of failing to fully implement President John Dramani Mahama’s directive to procure […] The post Editorial:

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Akua Agyeiwaa Brentuo Amoo, President-Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Professionals Association of Ghana (SHEQ-PA), has called for stronger workplace health and safety regulations, urging authorities to address mental health and psychosocial risks facing employees. Speaking at the World Health and Safety Conference 2026 in Accra, she said businesses, regulators and health […] The post Businesses

 By Kizito CUDJOE Civil society groups and policy advocates from Africa and the wider Global South have warned that policy prescriptions emerging from the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank risk entrenching a cycle of debt distress and austerity. Rather than resolving mounting fiscal and development pressures, they said, […] The post IMF,

The Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, has reaffirmed Africa’s commitment to accelerating trade integration through deeper private sector engagement, following a high-level meeting with a delegation from the African Private Sector Summit. The delegation, led by Dr. Lucy Newman, held what officials described as a “productive engagement” focused on advancing private sector-led implementation […] The post Private

The Secretary-General of the AfCFTA Secretariat,  Wamkele Mene, has underscored the urgency of translating strategic frameworks into concrete programmes capable of attracting financing and delivering measurable impact across the continent at a Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy and Food Security in Freetown, Sierra Leone, Wamkele Mene. The high-level initiative brought together policymakers, development […] The post AfCFTA

By Samuel SAM The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has procured 500 transformers for deployment within operational areas of the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) – a move aimed at addressing persistent power supply challenges in Tamale and surrounding communities. Of the total, 30 newly upgraded transformers are being installed in key areas including […] The post Gov’t

…A six year solar push can ease today’s crisis, but only a disciplined mix of hydro, gas, thermal, wind, geothermal, bioenergy, ocean wave and nuclear will secure tomorrow’s industrial power By Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng The search for one answer In moments of pressure, nations often search for one answer. One source. One miracle. One […] The post The

…as economy grapples with China deficit                                                          By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebach, has underscored the stark contrast between Ghana’s trade relations with the EU and China – pointing to a significant imbalance with China while describing EU-Ghana trade as largely even. Speaking at a media engagement to launch […] The

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Government is preparing to launch a country-led health financing compact with the World Bank, signalling a shift toward aligning domestic resources and external funding under a single, government-defined framework for health investment. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah said the planned ‘Country Compact’ will be co-led by the Ministries of Health and […] The post Gov’t,

Customers of Intercity STC Coaches Limited have raised concerns over prolonged unavailability of the company’s online booking platform, with many describing the disruption as inconvenient and poorly-managed. Passengers say absence of the mobile app and web portal, previously used to secure seats remotely, has forced them to rely on phone-based reservations or in-person ticket purchases… […] The post STC

Mr. Amine Bouabid, Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Africa, has concluded a two-day official working visit to Ghana, reaffirming the Group’s strong commitment to the Ghanaian market and its mission to support economic growth through strategic partnerships, SME development, and customer-centric innovation. During his visit, Mr. Bouabid, accompanied by the Group Deputy Managing […] The post Bank

First National Bank Ghana has officially unveiled its first Private Banking Lounge at its Airport Branch, reinforcing the bank’s commitment to delivering a banking experience that matches the ambitions and lifestyle of clients. The Gold Coast Lounge, which has opened its doors to clients, is the centrepiece of First National Bank’s Private Banking offering, a […] The post First