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President John Dramani Mahama has called for decisive global action to address rising and interconnected health threats at the One Health Summit in Lyon, France. Speaking at the high-level gathering, President Mahama warned that the world is confronting increasingly complex challenges affecting human, animal, and environmental health. He attributed these risks largely to climate change, ecosystem degradation, and pollution. Drawing on Ghana’s experience, he highlighted the impact of illegal mining and disease outbreaks on agriculture and biodiversity, stressing the need for a more coordinated and preventive approach to health management. The President underscored the relevance of the One Health approach,…

The Ablekuma West Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region has commenced restoration works on traffic lights along the Dansoman Highway, following more than three and a half years of inactivity. The project is being spearheaded by the municipal leadership, including the Member of Parliament and the Municipal Chief Executive, as part of ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure within the area. According to the Assembly, the MCE is working closely with technical teams to ensure the timely and efficient execution of the project. Authorities have indicated that the works remain on schedule and are expected to be completed by April…

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey Santana, has touted the impact of the government’s Big Push infrastructure agenda on domestic tourism. According to him, ongoing road projects linking key tourist destinations are expected to significantly improve access and increase patronage across the country. He noted that several previously hard-to-reach sites will soon become more attractive to local travellers. Speaking to the media over the weekend, the tourism advocate stressed the need to prioritise domestic tourism as a buffer against global shocks. “The big push agenda… is the major investment that is leading to…

President John Dramani Mahama has departed Ghana for an official visit to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. The visit, which begins Monday, April 6, will see him participate in the 2026 One Health Summit in Lyon and later hold bilateral talks in Paris. The trip is expected to deepen Ghana–France relations while addressing global health concerns. According to a statement from the Presidency dated April 6, the President will also engage global leaders and experts on strategies to strengthen health systems and international cooperation. “President John Dramani Mahama will undertake an official visit to France on…

The Ranking Member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has expressed the Minority’s support for a transparent and credible process to select a new operator for the Damang Mine. He described the committee’s working visit to the mine as timely, noting that it provided members with firsthand insight into preparations ahead of the transition, as the current lease held by Gold Fields nears expiration on April 18, 2026. According to him, the Minority in Parliament is particularly interested in ensuring that the right investor with the requisite capacity is chosen to take over operations…

The Chamber of Agribusiness has called on the government to halt the importation of certain agricultural products, particularly tomatoes, as part of efforts to drive local production and support the 24-hour economy agenda. Speaking on Channel One Newsroom on Saturday, April 4, 2026, the Chief Executive Officer of the chamber, Anthony Morrison, said current levels of imports are undermining domestic industry and costing the country jobs and investment opportunities. “For the past few months, the 24-hour economy secretariat has been going around trying to teach organisations how to realign their operations into the 24-hour framework. In the same way, other…

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is set to meet the Ministry of Transport on Tuesday, April 7 over rising fuel prices, as pressure mounts within the transport sector following recent increases in petroleum costs. Local business directory The meeting is expected to focus on the impact of the sharp fuel price hikes triggered by global tensions in the Middle East, which have significantly affected transport operations and raised concerns over possible fare adjustments. Speaking on News Digest on Citi FM on Saturday, April 4, Public Relations Officer of the GPRTU, Alhaji Abass Imoro, said drivers are increasingly urging…

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the construction of a 60-hectare irrigation facility aimed at supporting year-round tomato production and addressing post-harvest losses in the sector. The project will be complemented by storage and processing facilities to help stabilise supply and prevent seasonal gluts that often lead to significant losses for farmers. Delivering the keynote address at this year’s Kwahu Business Forum on Saturday April 4, the President stated that agriculture and agribusiness will be a top priority of his administration. He revealed government’s plan to adopt a targeted approach by directing investments into selected areas to achieve measurable outcomes…

In a historic reception following the President’s advocacy for the landmark United Nations resolution on reparations, Nii Sempe, representing Nii Ga, led a delegation of eminent chiefs, Queen Mothers, Wulormei, and Woyei to welcome the President at the Jubilee Lounge. The event drew the Vice President, Chief of Staff, Ministers, the Chief of Defence Staff, Inspector General of Police, members of the Council of State, and other distinguished dignitaries, underscoring the significance of this momentous occasion. www.abongobimedia.org

The government is set to distribute more than 24,500 pieces of medical equipment to health facilities across the country as part of preparations toward the rollout of the Free Primary Healthcare Programme. The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, on April 3, 2026, disclosed that the equipment will begin arriving at health facilities from next week to strengthen service delivery at the primary care level. He made this known after inspecting the items alongside the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, ahead of their distribution. According to him, the 24,534 pieces of equipment are intended…