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The Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Nii Moi Thompson, has warned that Ghana risks long-term economic decline if poverty in the northern regions is not urgently addressed, backing calls to rethink the Savannah development model. Ghana’s northern and savannah zones continue to face persistent challenges, including high poverty levels, weak infrastructure and low agricultural productivity, despite years of policy interventions. To address these disparities, the Savannah Accelerated Development Authority was established in 2010 under an Act of Parliament to drive coordinated development in the region. While the Authority recorded some successes, including feeder roads, irrigation projects and…

An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced 106 foreign nationals to prison for illegally entering Ghana, underlining authorities’ strict enforcement of immigration laws. Of those convicted, 55 received 28-day prison terms, while the remaining 51 were handed four-week sentences. All pleaded guilty to charges of illegal entry. Upon completion of their sentences, the court ordered that they be deported to their home countries. The case dates back to October 25, 2025, when the accused first appeared before the court. After months of legal proceedings, they formally admitted guilt on March 12, 2026. Investigations began on October 7, 2025, following intelligence that…

A woman who admitted to preparing meals for her children using faeces and urine in the Bulemi community in the Weija-Gbawe Municipality is to undergo psychiatric evaluation following the intervention of the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey. The development comes after a viral video of the incident triggered widespread concern over the safety and welfare of the family. The Minister visited the community after the case was highlighted in a news report and subsequently arranged for the woman to be taken to a health facility for further medical and psychological assessment. Breaking news alert…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Manso Opuni, delivered a message to industry players and regulators as Ghana joined the rest of the world to mark World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD). In a statement issued to commemorate the day, the CEO said that ensuring consumer safety requires more than just product registration numbers and laboratory certificates. It demands a disciplined regulatory framework, sustained public education, and the deliberate cultivation of public trust. “Safe products do not come by chance: they are the product of a disciplined and coherent regulatory framework,” a portion of…

The President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has announced his country’s full support for a United Nations resolution spearheaded by Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, seeking to declare the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity. The development was disclosed following high-level engagements on the sidelines of the ongoing CELAC-Africa Summit in Colombia, where Ghanaian officials are rallying international backing for the resolution. Brazil’s endorsement is seen as particularly significant given that the South American nation has the largest population of people of African descent outside the African continent. The growing support strengthens Ghana’s push for global recognition…

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The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo has outlined plans to expand green spaces and strengthen environmental sustainability in the capital. She made this commitment at the launch of the 2026 Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative, which was launched on Thursday, March 19, to mark the International Day of Forests. Delivering he keynote address, she emphasised the need for a more structured and sustainable approach to urban greening, noting that rapid urbanisation continues to put pressure on the region’s environment. She indicated that the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) is ready to enter into strategic partnerships with corporate institutions…

President John Dramani Mahama has called on traditional authorities and community members to engage with their respective assemblies actively, for the judicious utilization of the District Assembly Common Fund (DACF). He directed the various Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives to collaborate effectively with Assembly Members in ensuring that the fund was channeled into development. President Mahama said the DACF ought to be invested into meaningful community development for the betterment of the people. The President made the call during his ‘Regional Accountability Series’ in Sunyani as part of his two-day “Reset Ghana Tour” to the Bono Region. It offered…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA), Mary Awusi, has led a management team on a strategic working visit to selected Free Zones Enterprises (FZEs) within the Tema Free Zone enclave as part of efforts to deepen collaboration and assess operational performance. The visit, which took place on March 18, 2026, saw the team engage two key companies operating under the Free Zones programme. At Rebecca Fashion Manufacturing Ghana Ltd., a leading producer of human and synthetic hair wigs, management highlighted the company’s export footprint across markets including South Africa, Togo and Burkina Faso. The firm,…

A Ghanaian citizen has issued a detailed rejoinder challenging claims by the Member of Parliament for Mampong, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, over alleged state capture in Ghana’s mineral sector involving businessman Ibrahim Mahama.In a strongly worded response to a recent statement attributed to the MP and the Minority Caucus, the writer described the allegations as “baseless” and lacking factual grounding.The rejoinder rejected claims that Mahama exerts undue influence over Ghana’s mining sector, arguing that no evidence has been provided to show that individuals associated with his company are unqualified for public office.It further cited past appointments under previous administrations, including those linked to financial institutions,…