The Australian High Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing gender equality and expanding opportunities for women in Ghana’s extractive industry. The High Commission hosted the 10th anniversary celebration of Women in Mining Ghana (WIM Ghana), an organization that has, over the past decade, championed the inclusion of women in the extractive sector. WIM Ghana […]
The Government of Denmark, through the Danish Meteorological Institute, has conducted an expert assessment with the Ghana Meteorological Agency aimed at sharpening forecasting skills and strengthening Ghana’s early warning systems. The initiative is rooted in the long-standing bilateral relationship between Ghana and Denmark, built on a shared commitment to collaboration across multiple strategic sectors, including […]
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that investigations have been initiated to determine the cause of death of Ghanaian student Nana Agyei Ahyia in Latvia, following unresolved and unclear circumstances surrounding his passing. The move follows persistent calls from the deceased’s family, who formally petitioned the Ministry in August 2025, urging […]
European Union leaders are gathering for a Brussels summit where a momentous decision will be taken on whether to loan Ukraine tens of billions of euros in frozen Russian assets to fund its military and economic needs. Most of Russia’s €210bn (£185bn; $245bn) worth of assets in the EU are held by Belgium-based organisation Euroclear, […]
The Ghana Chamber of Clean Energy (GCCE) has welcomed the passage of the Road Traffic Amendment Bill, 2025, describing it as a significant policy development in Ghana’s transport sector and a strategic opportunity to accelerate the deployment and local manufacturing of two- and three-wheel electric motorcycles in the country. The Bill, popularly referred to as […]
Ghana has secured a $380 million disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following the successful completion of the 5th review under the three-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Programme, drawing the country closer to ending its 17th bailout from the Bretton Woods organization The Executive Board of the IMF approved the 5th review, after Ghana […]
Renowned American civil rights lawyer Benjamin Crump has arrived in Ghana ahead of the Diaspora Summit 2025, where he is expected to deliver a keynote address advocating strongly for reparative justice for Africa and people of African descent. Crump was formally received by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and his delegation. The […]
Ghana has held a departure ceremony for 54 military personnel drawn from the Ghana Armed Forces’ 14 Engineer Brigade, Engineer Contingent 1, deploying them to support reconstruction efforts in Jamaica following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, which left parts of the Caribbean in ruins. The deployment fulfils a pledge made earlier by President John […]
Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, Sabah Zitah Benson, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to constructive diplomacy, regional solidarity, and inclusive economic growth, describing the country as a beacon of stability and cooperation within the sub-region. She made the remarks at the launch of the UK–Africa Approach, an initiative aimed at deepening cooperation […]
The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana has reaffirmed China’s strong commitment to investing in Ghana’s agricultural sector as part of efforts to make agribusiness more attractive to young people, expand apprenticeship opportunities, and deepen cooperation in technology-driven skills training. Ambassador Tong Defa made these remarks during a courtesy visit by the Member of Parliament for Sunyani […]
