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Chief of Staff tears as he apologises to Pentecost Churh over Free Zones CEO’s conduct
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has publicly apologised to the leadership of the Church of Pentecost following recent comments made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr. Mary Awusi, which were perceived to be critical of the church.
More reshuffles coming; be ready to serve — Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his administration will undertake further reshuffles as part of efforts to strengthen government performance and align appointments with its governance priorities. Addressing residents during the Reset Tour and citizens’ engagement in the Volta Region on Friday, the Pres...
Parliament backs Ghana Gas amid rising output, tariff concerns
“We have seen that Ghana Gas is on top of its game. They have our full support, and we will work to address challenges, including concerns about high tariffs,” he said, referencing pricing decisions by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission.
US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell
The US justice department is dropping its investigation into the Federal Reserve chairman, Jerome Powell, over alleged building cost overruns.
Mid-year budget review: Your money is safe – Ato Forson assures Ghanaians
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has assured Ghanaians that public funds are safe under his stewardship, stressing that the responsibility of a Finance Minister goes beyond spending but involves protecting the resources entrusted to the office. Delivering the 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Parliament on Th...
CHAG delivers up to 40% of Ghana’s healthcare with just 7% of facilities – Executive Director
The Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) says it continues to play a disproportionately large role in the country’s health system, delivering up to 40 per cent of healthcare services nationwide despite owning only about seven per cent of Ghana’s health infrastructure. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 CHAG An...
Justin Frimpong Kodua declares bid to retain NPP General Secretary position
New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua has formally declared his intention to seek another term in office, promising to rebuild the party’s structures and strengthen its organisation ahead of the 2028 general election. Kodua, popularly known as JFK, said his decision comes as the opposition p...
Government commits GH¢10.7bn to NHIS, allocates GH¢6.5bn for claims
The government has committed GH¢10.7 billion to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for 2025, with GH¢6.5 billion earmarked for claims payments to healthcare providers in a move aimed at improving cash flow within the health sector and supporting the implementation of the Free Primary Healthcare programme. Tech...
Mahama’s biggest opposition to a third-term bid would come from the NDC, not the opposition – Solomon Owusu
The Director of Communications of the United Party (UP), Solomon Owusu, has said the strongest opposition to any attempt by President John Dramani Mahama to seek a third term in office would come from within his governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).
BECE results expected by July 31 – Haruna Iddrisu
Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that the results of the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) are expected to be released by July 31, paving the way for the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) process to begin.
AngloGold Ashanti delivers GHC6.8m healthcare boost to Obuasi host communities
AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has commissioned two health centres worth nearly GH¢6.8 million in the Ashanti Region, expanding access to primary healthcare for thousands of residents as part of its long-term community development programme. The Apitikooko Health Centre and Staff Quarters and the Dokyiwa/Binsere Health...
2026 mid-year budget: Ato Forson rejects Minority claims on expenditure, says gov’t has spent billions on key programmes
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has rejected claims by the Minority in Parliament that the government has failed to spend on key expenditure areas, insisting that significant payments have been made to support critical sectors of the economy. Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Parliament on Thu...