NEWS

World Preeclampsia Day 2026: Parliament raises alarm over maternal deaths

Parliament marked World Preeclampsia Day 2026 with calls for early diagnosis, improved maternal healthcare, and increased awareness as Titus Kofi Beyuo warned about rising maternal deaths in Ghana

Parliament launches mini Parliament to amplify children’s voices

Parliament of Ghana has launched the Mini Parliament initiative to empower children, promote civic engagement and amplify youth voices nationwide

Ghana’s Open Government agenda must not be donor-driven – MPs

Ghanaian MPs say the country’s Open Government Partnership agenda must be nationally owned, not donor-driven, urging stronger political commitment, funding, and citizen participation in governance reforms

Parliament to host 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family and Sovereignty

Ghana’s Parliament will host the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference in Accra from June 3–6, 2026, focusing on family values, sovereignty, AI and governance

EDITORIALS

Discipline

NPP’s confusion over Kevin Taylor

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NPP expels Kevin Taylor and Ernest Owusu Bempah for misconduct and anti-party activities, sparking debate over party discipline and communication inconsistencies
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SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

POLITICS

Jerry Ahmed Shaib warns against abuse of Sections 207 and 208 of Criminal Offences Act

Deputy Minority Whip Jerry Ahmed Shaib has criticized the arrest of NPP Chairman Abronye, warning that Sections 207 and 208 of Ghana’s laws may be abused to suppress free speech and political dissent

No ‘kenkey and waakye parties’ over Ghana’s IMF programme exit – Mahama chides NPP

Presient Mahama says there will be no kenkey and waakye parties to celebrate Ghana’s exit from the IMF programme, insisting the economy still needs significant work despite recent stabilisation gains

Political affiliation won’t shield anyone from legal accountability – Majority Whip

Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor says political affiliation will not protect anyone from legal accountability,

Nobody is above the law – Speaker issues stern warning to MPs

Speaker of Parliament opens Ghana’s Ninth Parliament session, warning MPs that no one is above the law while addressing key bills and parliamentary priorities

Latest Stories

BUSINESS

Mining sector posts GH¢2bn royalty boost in Q1 2026

Ghana’s mining sector records over GH¢2bn in Q1 2026 royalties, driven by strong gold output, higher prices, and improved compliance

Rising fuel costs pose risk to Ghana’s inflation outlook – Deloitte

Deloitte warns rising fuel costs could threaten Ghana’s 2026 inflation outlook as transport, housing, utility, and food prices continue to rise

GN Savings and Loans wins appeal as court quashes licence revocation

The Court of Appeal has restored the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, overturning the Bank of Ghana’s revocation and a prior High Court ruling in a major banking sector case

Bank of Ghana mops up GH¢18.88bn through 14-day bill

Bank of Ghana absorbs GH¢18.88 billion via 14-day bills at 10.50% interest rate to manage liquidity, support disinflation, and stabilise money market conditions

SPORTS

ENTERTAINMENT

Black Sherif

Black Sherif clinches prestigious Artiste of the Year Crown at TGMA...

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Black Sherif wins Artiste of the Year at TGMA 27 for the second time, powered by the global success of his Iron Boy album and record-breaking streaming achievements

FEATURES/OPINIONS

paternity

Parentage, not paternity: Why Ghana must tread carefully on compulsory DNA...

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A proposal to make paternity testing compulsory for all babies born in Ghanaian healthcare facilities is raising legal, ethical and human rights concerns over privacy, family stability, child welfare and the potential criminalisation of mothers

LIFESTYLE

high cholesterol

The top 10 worst foods you can eat for high cholesterol

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High Cholesterol, Heart Health, LDL Cholesterol, Healthy Eating, Processed Foods, Fast Food Risks, Saturated Fats, Cardiovascular Disease, Nutrition Tips, Cholesterol Control

INTERNATIONAL

US charges Cuba’s Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes

The United States has charged former Cuban leader Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of two aircraft, accusing him of conspiracy to kill US nationals, while Cuba has dismissed the move as a political manoeuvre

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency

WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province a public health emergency of international concern, with 246 suspected cases and spread to Uganda

Flattery and fanfare as Trump welcomed to China – but thorny issues remain

Xi Jinping gives Donald Trump a lavish welcome in Beijing as both leaders seek deals on trade, Iran and Taiwan

Former Nigerian minister sentenced to 75 years in rare corruption verdict

Former Nigerian power minister Saleh Mamman is sentenced to 75 years for laundering ₦33.8bn, intensifying scrutiny over corruption and Nigeria's persistent electricity crisis