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Beyond the Party T-Shirt
One of the great ironies of politics is that some of the people who shout the loudest, walk the longest distances, spend sleepless nights campaigning, defend the party in hostile environments, and sacrifice their time and resources are often not the ones who benefit most when victory finally arrives. In every political...
Djokovic ‘happy but not the freshest’ after Wu battle
A resilient Novak Djokovic launched his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a battling win over China's Wu Yibing in the first round at Wimbledon.
Global Energy Price Surge: The impact on Ghana’s economy
The March 2026 flare-up in the Middle East has pushed crude oil above $100 per barrel for the first time since 2022. For Ghana, the surge is both a windfall and a weight. As an oil producer that still imports roughly 70% of its refined fuel, the country sits at the sharp edge of the […]
Excessive Bail Conditions in Ghana: A threat to the presumption of innocence and the right to liberty guaranteed under the 1992 constitution
Across Ghana in recent years, bail conditions imposed on suspects and accused persons have become increasingly draconian, often involving astronomical cash sums, onerous surety and justification requirements as well as restrictive travel/reporting conditions that amount to de facto pre‑trial punishment.
Predators keep teaching. Children keep suffering. When does it end?
Every time a parent watches a child walk through a school gate, there is an unspoken expectation. The child will return home safer, wiser, and better prepared for the future.
Africa Sports Alliance uses tennis to drive youth empowerment and social change
For nearly a decade, Africa Sports Alliance (ASA) has been at the forefront of using sport as a catalyst for social change, championing equal opportunities and youth empowerment across Ghana.
Why volunteering might be Africa’s most underrated career accelerator
Volunteering is often framed as an act of goodwill rather than a pathway to professional growth. This view misses an important point. In many cases, volunteering is one of the most effective ways to build capability, credibility, and leadership.
Many are called, but hostel fees have chosen few
Last week, the Rent Control Department officially directed private hostel operators to suspend proposed increases in hostel fees for the 2026/2027 academic year pending consultations.
From the 2019 banking crisis to the 2026 McDan Aviation takedown: Are we repeating the tragic cycle of destroying our own?
As a legal activist who closely observes the intersections of economics, and politics in Ghana, I often find myself reflecting on the cyclical nature of our national development.
How GRA is reshaping Ghana’s tax regime to support investments
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is actively boosting the country’s investment climate by modernising tax administration, leveraging digital technology, simplifying tax compliance for businesses, and strengthening partnerships with the private sector.
Who controls Ghana’s digital identity infrastructures? A cybersecurity perspective on sovereignty, risk, and the Ghana card
In a banking hall in Accra, a citizen presents a Ghana Card. Within seconds, their identity is verified. The process is seamless, efficient, and symbolic of Ghana’s digital transformation.
When time fails journalism: The quiet cost of delayed events in Ghana
There is a quiet habit we have normalised over the years, almost without questioning it. We call it “Ghana Man Time,” a phrase that sounds casual but carries a deeper cost than we often admit. It shows up in our events, our schedules, and slowly, in the way we all begin to adjust our expectations […]