NEWS

Energy Minister backs transparency in power deals, pushes for public access to PPAs

Energy Minister John Jinapor supports full transparency in Power Purchase Agreements, announcing plans to publish all power contracts online amid Open Government Partnership reforms

Speaker pushes for expanded World Bank partnership to strengthen parliament

Ghana’s First Deputy Speaker calls for expanded World Bank and FCDO partnership to strengthen Parliament’s oversight, digital transformation, and economic governance capacity

Paramount Chief of Atebubu appeals to Metro Mass Transit to extend services to Municipality

The Paramount Chief of Atebubu has appealed to Metro Mass Transit to extend its services to the municipality to improve transport access, support farmers, and boost economic activity

Rev. Stephen Wengam, wife sponsor free medical outreach for Retired Ministers, widows

Rev. Stephen Wengam and his wife sponsor a free medical outreach in Kumasi for retired ministers, spouses, and widows, benefiting 158 people in the Ashanti Region.

EDITORIALS

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When ‘protocol’ recruitment system hits a digital wall

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Editorial: The controversy over Ghana’s security agency recruitment exposes the entrenched culture of political “protocol” and why merit-based recruitment is long overdue
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SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

POLITICS

NPP support drops to 25% as NDC climbs to 46% – Global InfoAnalytics poll

A new Global InfoAnalytics poll shows NPP support dropping to 25% while NDC rises to 46%, with wider gaps recorded in key swing regions

NPP would win if elections were held today – Confident Afenyo-Markin rallies TESCON

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has expressed strong confidence that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) would secure a parliamentary majority if elections were conducted today

Minority slams PURC tariff cut as ‘inadequate,’ demands 10% reduction

The Minority in Parliament has criticised the PURC’s 4.81% electricity tariff reduction as inadequate, demanding a minimum 10% cut to reflect overcharging and current economic conditions in Ghana.

Minority accuses of suspending cocoa purchases amid price cut debate

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh alleges government has directed Licensed Buying Companies to suspend cocoa purchases nationwide, causing distress among farmers

Latest Stories

BUSINESS

Gov’t orders complete SIM Registration reset to fight fraud

Cabinet has approved a new nationwide SIM registration exercise in Ghana as Communications Minister Sam George announces a complete reset and a new 5G spectrum auction framework

Treasury bill auction oversubscribed as interest rates fall to 4.8%

Government exceeds Treasury bill target by GH¢458 million as investors submit GH¢10.76 billion in bids, highlighting strong demand and falling yields in Ghana’s short-term debt market

Global oil prices explode past $110 as US-Israel war with Iran rocks markets

Global oil prices surge past $110 as the escalating US-Israel war with Iran disrupts shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, sending Asian stock markets tumbling

Inflation drops to 3.3% in February, lowest since 2021 rebasing

Ghana’s inflation rate fell to 3.3% in February 2026, the lowest since the 2021 CPI rebasing, reflecting easing price pressures and improving macroeconomic stability, according to GSS data

SPORTS

ENTERTAINMENT

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Chuck Norris, martial artist and Hollywood movie star, dies aged 86

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Tributes pour in following the death of legendary martial artist and actor Chuck Norris at 86, celebrating his iconic roles, influence in martial arts, and lasting legacy in Hollywood and popular culture

FEATURES/OPINIONS

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Tree crops conveyance certificates: A new burden on farmers disguised as...

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A critical analysis of Ghana’s Tree Crops Conveyance Certificate System (CCS), examining its potential impact on farmers, trade efficiency, and value chain governance, and why stakeholders are calling for a more transparent, pro-farmer regulatory approach

LIFESTYLE

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Strong is the new skinny: For women, building muscle has replaced...

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“Strong is the new skinny” explores the shift in women’s fitness toward strength training, highlighting its benefits for muscle health, aging, confidence, and overall well-being, while debunking common myths about weightlifting for women

INTERNATIONAL

US refuelling plane crashes in Iraq as Trump eases Russia oil sanctions

A US military refuelling plane has crashed in western Iraq amid escalating Middle East tensions as Israel launches new strikes on Tehran and Iran threatens to block the Strait of Hormuz

The US may move its anti-missile system out of South Korea – and it’s sparking unease

The United States is relocating parts of its THAAD missile defence system from South Korea to the Middle East amid escalating US-Israel tensions with Iran, raising concerns about regional security and global military readiness.

G7 nations to hold emergency meeting on oil as stock markets sink

G7 finance ministers are set to hold an emergency meeting as oil prices surge above $100 per barrel following escalating US-Israel war with Iran, raising fears of global economic disruption

‘We are going make a tonne of money’: US Senator Graham on US war on Iran

US Senator Lindsey Graham says toppling Iran’s government would bring major economic benefits, drawing sharp criticism from Tehran amid escalating Middle East tensions