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In a session held in Johannesburg, the Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has been elected as the 2nd Deputy President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP). The election concluded with Dr Agyeman-Rawlings securing 131 votes, defeating her opponent who received 51 votes. Historical Milestone for West Africa With this victory, Dr Agyeman-Rawlings becomes the first female representative from the West African Caucus to hold the position of 2nd Deputy President in the history of the continental body. Role and Mandate As a member of the PAP Bureau, she will join the leadership team responsible for coordinating the business of the Parliament and overseeing its various directorates.…

THE GREATER Accra Regional House of Chiefs is being urged to intervene in concerns over the treatment of indigenous GaDangme-owned businesses, following an open letter by a concerned citizen calling for fairness and transparency in dealings affecting local enterprises. In the letter dated April 30, 2026, Nii Ayitey Armah appealed to the chiefs to take a more active role in addressing what he described as growing unease among indigenes about their participation in the region’s economy. Central to his concerns is the situation involving the McDan Group, owned by Daniel McKorley. He cited the company’s role in national development, particularly…

The Ghana Armed Forces College of Nursing and Midwifery (GAFCONM) has held a sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of a four-storey ultra-modern lecture block. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, marking the official commencement of the project, which is aimed at expanding academic infrastructure at the institution. The new facility is expected to enhance teaching and learning by providing improved lecture spaces and modern educational resources for students pursuing nursing and midwifery programmes. Officials indicated that the project forms part of broader efforts to strengthen healthcare training within the Ghana Armed Forces and support the development of…

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, has received 2,400 laptops from the Greater Accra Regional Office of Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) on behalf of Members of Parliament in the region. The devices are expected to be distributed to MPs across 23 selected constituencies as part of preparations for the rollout of Phase One of the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP), scheduled to commence on May 4, 2026. The initiative forms part of a broader national agenda to equip Ghanaian youth with critical digital skills to thrive in a technology-driven global economy. The Minister expressed appreciation to…

The James Gunu has commissioned three communication vans for the Information Services Department (ISD) to improve public communication and outreach across the Volta Region. At the ceremony in Ho, the Minister described effective communication as central to inclusive governance and said the deployment of the vans is intended to expand access to timely and accurate information. “This occasion marks another step in efforts to strengthen public communication and bring governance closer to the people,” he said. The vans have been deployed under a three-zone structure to improve coverage and efficiency. The Central Zone van, based in Ho, will serve Ho, Ho West, Adaklu, Agotime-Ziope, Central…

The Ghana High Commission in South Africa has urged Ghanaian nationals to remain indoors and avoid the Johannesburg Central Business District following ongoing protests in the city. The advisory comes on the back of ongoing demonstrations by the March and March movement over unemployment and undocumented foreign nationals. The protests, which began on Wednesday, April 29, have reportedly led to heavy traffic congestion and interruptions to business operations. In a statement issued to the Ghanaian community, the High Commission cautioned that the situation could escalate, posing potential risks to foreign nationals. “Given the nature of the protest, there is a…

Ghana has reportedly terminated negotiations for a multi-year aid agreement with the United States after Washington demanded access to citizens’ personal data, according to a source close to the government. The development comes amid a broader shift in US engagement across Africa following policy changes under President Donald Trump, which saw the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and a reduced role for Non-Governmental Organisations in aid delivery. Details of the proposed agreement with Ghana remain unclear, including the specific scope of funding and the nature of the data requested. However, the source indicated that Ghana’s…

A statement from their outfit said the church cannot be silenced in the face of moral and social concerns. The statement explained that the church is the light of the world and therefore, has the right and duty to speak on issues that are harmful to the country. “The Church, by her nature and divine mandate, cannot remain silent in the face of moral and social concerns. Christ calls His Church to be “the light of the world” and “the salt of the earth” (cf. Matthew 5:13–14). Therefore, when issues arise that threaten human dignity, the integrity of creation, or…

The popular phrase, “see something, say something,” compels citizens to speak up when issues of public concern arise. In that spirit, I call on the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, as well as the Ghana Tourism Authority, to provide clarity regarding a viral video circulating on social media. The video shows a group of foreigners parading through the streets of Accra in attire many have described as indecent and inconsistent with Ghanaian cultural norms. The group is reportedly associated with an event dubbed “Karnival Kingdom Ghana 2026,” described as a five-night Caribbean carnival experience scheduled to take place from…

The Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong, has paid goodwill visits to two distinguished retired soldiers in Kumasi, reaffirming the Ghana Armed Forces’ renewed commitment to honouring its veterans and strengthening institutional continuity. The CDS called on former Forces Sergeant Major, Ex-Chief Warrant Officer Adu Yaw Daniel, and former Academy Sergeant Major of the Ghana Military Academy, Warrant Officer Class One Ali Nakyea Seidu, at their residences on Friday, April 24, 2026. The visits form part of a deliberate effort by the Military High Command to recognise the enduring contributions of retired personnel, assess their welfare, and…