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G.A. Agbesinyale writes: Sedina Tamakloe Attionu in a comfortable lead to Accra
Irony of ironies. Who would have believed how things have turned out this week in the Republic’s extradition matters? Earlier this year, our now stupefied-into-silence Attorney General announced to the world that he had proceeded with the extradition of Ken Ofori-Atta, former Finance Minister, and Sedina Attionu, forme...
“You are welcomed as an African, then treated like a suspect” — Wode Maya on inconsistent travel experiences
Ghanaian YouTuber and Pan-African advocate Wode Maya has urged African leaders to confront persistent Afrophobia, restrictive border practices and weak institutional coordination that continue to undermine the continent’s free movement agenda. Speaking during the closing session of an African Union Day webinar on regio...
Vincent Ekow Assafuah writes: Welcome home Sedina
The United States District Court, District of Nevada, in its ruling on the extradition request concerning Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, clearly outlined the legal elements that must be satisfied before a certification of extradition can be granted. First, the Court had to satisfy itself that it possessed proper ju...
Government says it fully funded evacuation of nationals from South Africa
The Government of Ghana has rejected reports that it could be among African countries asked by South Africa to reimburse the cost of evacuating their nationals following recent xenophobic attacks. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday, 13 August 2026, that Ghana fully funded the evacuation of its nationals f...
NPP MPs push for structured crisis response for Ghanaians overseas
The Minority in Parliament has called for a comprehensive reintegration plan for citizens evacuated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks, arguing that repatriation flights alone are insufficient without long-term support measures. “A flight home is not a policy,” the caucus told parliament, urging the governm...
The diplomacy at play behind the King’s speeches
King Charles III's address to Congress was always going to involve walking a diplomatic tightrope.
Vincent Assafuah writes: From Nevada to Accra; Sedina Tamakloe’s return tests Ghana’s commitment to real accountability
The United States district court in the District of Nevada, in its ruling on the extradition request concerning Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, clearly outlined the legal elements that must be satisfied before a certification of extradition can be granted. First, the court had to satisfy itself that it possessed pro...
Vincent Assafuah writes: From Nevada to Accra; Sedina’s return tests Ghana’s commitment to real accountability
The United States District Court, District of Nevada, in its ruling on the extradition request concerning Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, clearly outlined the legal elements that must be satisfied before a certification of extradition can be granted. First, the Court had to satisfy itself that it possessed proper ju...
World to meet in Ghana to honour Otumfuo as “pillar of peace”
E ON 3 Group and its key partners have announced the ‘World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball’ to celebrate His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, as a Pillar of Peace on the occasion of his 27th coronation anniversary. The event is intended to honour and highlight Otumfuo’s distinguished legacy in promoting...
“Migrants become easy targets when economies fail”: Hlover on xenophobia drivers
Recurring xenophobic violence in South Africa is driven by a complex mix of historical, political and economic factors, an international relations analyst has said. Dr Ishmael Hlover told the Asaase Breakfast Show on Thursday (28 May) that the legacy of apartheid, combined with high unemployment and political competiti...
Mahama pushes for “post-aid” Ghana-EU partnership at dialogue
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama on Friday called for a reset in relations with the European Union, urging a shift away from traditional aid towards a partnership anchored in trade, investment and industrialisation. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Ghana-European Union Partnership Dialogue in Accra, Mahama said...
Thomas Oertle named Switzerland’s ambassador-designate to Ghana, Benin and Togo
Switzerland has appointed Dr Thomas Oertle as its Ambassador-designate to Ghana, Benin and Togo. The Swiss Embassy in Accra announced the appointment on Friday, 14 August, 2026, saying Dr Oertle brings extensive diplomatic and international cooperation experience to the new assignment. He previously served as Switzerla...