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Walking on one leg of the tripod: The IMF endgame in Ghana
On 29 April 2026, an IMF team led by Dr Ruben Atoyan lands in Accra for a two‑week verdict. If the final review under the $3 billion Extended Credit Facility succeeds, Ghana exits the programme in August with a final $360 million cheque and the formal end of a rescue born in the fires of […]
Journalism out loud: Defending truth in a divided world
Why bold, independent reporting is essential in an era of disinformation, technological disruption, and political polarisation.
Sabalenka lets another golden Slam opportunity slip
Aryna Sabalenka would not say it, but there is an inescapable feeling that another golden opportunity to add to her dynasty has slipped through her fingers in Paris.
Dual citizenship: A privilege or a dangerous illusion?
In today’s dangerous and unpredictable world, the glamour surrounding dual citizenship is rapidly fading. What many once considered a symbol of global freedom, economic success, and international prestige is increasingly becoming a source of uncertainty, suspicion, and vulnerability.
Ghana is going digital, but are Ghanaians building the technology?
Ghana has embraced digitalisation with remarkable enthusiasm. Government services are moving online, banks are becoming increasingly digital, hospitals are adopting electronic systems, universities are deploying learning platforms, businesses are embracing fintech, and citizens are increasingly interacting with the sta...
Can England dance kakalika – Occasional Kwatriot Kwesi Yankah writes
The soccer mood has virtually taken over our country Ghana, and one can virtually wrap a Black Star jersey around the map of Ghana. We have decided to conceal all our party colours, hiding them in our pockets as part of a ceasefire accord. The soccer mood extends to churches this week, and the pastor […]
Sissala East MP commits funds to boost healthcare infrastructure
Issah Mohammed Bataglia, the Sissala East MP, has announced a series of major financial commitments to improve healthcare delivery across the municipality, particularly in underserved communities.
Mahama urges Africa to reduce donor dependence in healthcare
President John Dramani Mahama has declared that the era of heavy donor dependency in Africa’s healthcare sector is coming to an end, calling on African countries to build stronger and more self-reliant health systems. Speaking at the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, President Mahama said recent cuts i...
The ‘forgotten Ghanaian fugitive with American and Ghanaian passports
He holds a U.S. passport, in addition to his Ghanaian passport. This may make his return to Ghana harder, unlike his former boss, who could be deported from the U.S. if his change-of-status application fails.
Why Ghana’s export story is no longer about raw cocoa
For decades, Ghana’s export narrative has been defined by one dominant image: raw cocoa beans leaving the shores for processing elsewhere. Cocoa remains a pillar of the economy, but new data suggests the country’s export story is quietly changing, and in a way that could reshape its long‑term economic prospects. The re...
Paternity Fraud Laws in Ghana: A balanced alternative to Compulsory Paternity Testing at Birth
“The cost of emotional overreach is rarely paid in the moment; it is invoiced later, when clarity returns.” In recent times, debates surrounding paternity fraud have intensified across the globe, fuelled by rising public awareness of DNA testing, social media controversies, and increasing legal disputes involving inher...
Why Gordon Asare Bediako matters for NPP 2028’s communication
As the party prepares for 2028, communication will be decisive. Social media continues to reshape political engagement, yet traditional media remains a powerful benchmark in Ghanaian politics. The NPP therefore needs a communicator who can command both spaces with confidence, experience, and strategic balance. Gordon A...