Ghana’s legendary gospel trio, Daughters of Glorious Jesus, dazzled at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, emphasizing their mission to transform lives through music.
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“Oil and Renewable Energy, a Dual Bet for Ghana’s Future”- President Mahama
“Oil is in transition. Everybody who has any assets should be pumping like there’s no tomorrow.” – President John Mahama
Bank of Ghana to Restrict Over-the-Counter Dollar Withdrawals
“Dollars are meant for spending abroad, not for cash withdrawals in Ghana.” – Isaac Adongo
Ghana’s Health Ministry Opens Recruitment for Medical and Dental Officers
“Applicants should beware… whoever pays money does so at his or her own risk” – Ministry of Health
GES Announces Date for Training and Sensitization on the 2025 School Selection and Placement Exercise
The Ghana Education Service (GES), in partnership with the Free SHS Secretariat and Ghana TVET, has announced the training and sensitization schedule for the 2025 School Selection and Placement Guidelines. The programme will run from 19th May to 7th June 2025, with directives for Regional and District Education Directors to facilitate participation.
GES Management HQ Engages with Private School Associations’ Ghana Executive
The Ghana Education Service (GES) Headquarters met with the Ghana Executive of Private School Associations on May 14, 2025, in Accra to discuss leveraging private school infrastructure to support the Free SHS programme, reduce congestion in public schools, and phase out the double-track system.
MULTIPAC Ghana Ltd Donates Motorbikes and Water to Support Community Policing Activities
Multipac Ghana Ltd has donated 12 motorbikes and 200 packs of Perla bottled water to the Ghana Police Service to support community policing efforts. The presentation, made by General Manager Rabea Bourji and received by IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, aims to enhance police mobility and strengthen operations.
Download NaCCA-Approved Readers and Storybooks
What are the NaCCA-approved readers and storybooks? Want to know which books are recommended for KG1 to JHS 3? Need a downloadable list of approved reading materials (books) in Ghana?
Bank of Ghana to Celebrate 60 Years of the Cedi
“The cedi is more than a means of exchange – it symbolises Ghana’s independence, resilience, and economic ambition,” the Bank of Ghana said in a statement.
NaCCA-Approved JHS 1 Literature Book for 2027 BECE
Which literature book has NaCCA approved for JHS1 in the 2024/2025 academic year? What will replace Cockcrow for the 2027 BECE? Who authored The Beacon of Light Commentary?
Rockson Dafeamekpor Sues Ntim Fordjour for Defamation Over Bribery Allegation
South Dayi MP Rockson Dafeamekpor has sued fellow MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour for defamation over a bribery-related post on social media. He is demanding over GH₵30 million in damages and a public apology.
Ghana Black Starlets Southern Sector Screening Enters Second Phase on Wednesday, May 14
The second phase of the Black Starlets Southern sector screening takes place Wednesday, May 14, at the Ghanaman Centre in Prampram. Players from five regions will compete for a place in Ghana’s next U-17 national team.
Saudi Invests $600 Billion in U.S. Following Trump-MBS Deal
Saudi Arabia has committed to a $600 billion investment in the United States after President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed multiple agreements covering energy, defense, technology, and mining.
Government Hands Over Vehicles to Ghana Police to Boost 24-Hour Economy Security
“This initiative is critical to safeguarding lives and property, especially as Ghana embraces an economic model that runs throughout the day and night.” – Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak
Ghana’s Health Ministry Reshuffles Principals of Nursing Training Institutions
“This reshuffle marks a strategic move to strengthen leadership and training standards across all health institutions in Ghana.”
Teacher Blinded in Student Attack Left Without Support, Family Appeals for Help
“A teacher lost his sight in the line of duty, yet has been left to suffer in silence. Where is the justice?”
Central Region Welcomes New Regional Education Director
Dr. (Mrs.) Juliette Dufie Otami has been appointed as the substantive Regional Education Director for the Central Region. With over 25 years of experience in the education sector and a recent role as District Director for Abura Asebu Kwamankese
Our Victory is in the Judgment, Not the Award: Tiger Eye PI
Anas Aremeyaw Anas, CEO of Tiger Eye PI, responds to Kennedy Agyapong’s press release following a U.S. court ruling that found Agyapong guilty of malicious defamation. While the monetary award was reduced from $18 million to $500, Anas emphasizes that the true victory lies in the court’s judgment, not the amount awarded.
US Federal Court Reduce Ken Agyapong Defamation $18 Million to $500
Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong has secured a major legal victory as a US Federal Court slashes an $18 million defamation award against him to a symbolic $500. The ruling follows a successful legal challenge arguing the original damages were excessive and unsupported.
Ato Is Really ‘Forson’ the Cedi Appreciation
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, is gaining praise as the Cedi makes a sustained comeback against major currencies. With the local currency appreciating from nearly GH₵17 to under GH₵13, many credit his leadership, fiscal discipline, and economic reforms. Is Ato really “Forson” the Cedi?
Student Loan Trust Fund to Reimburse Academic User Fees for First-Year Tertiary Students
the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) has announced it will begin reimbursing academic user fees for first-year students in public tertiary institutions under the No-Fees-Stress policy for the 2024/2025 academic year. Applications open next month.
Minority Calls for Suspension of GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi Over Viral Dollar-Gift Scandal
“As a lawyer, he understands the consequences. He should take responsibility.”
— Dr. Kabiru Tia Mahama, MP
GUTA Appeals to Traders to Adjust Prices for Goods and Services
he Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) is urging traders to reduce the prices of goods and services in response to the cedi’s recent appreciation against major foreign currencies. In a statement, GUTA emphasized the need for the trading community to reflect these currency gains in pricing, bringing much-needed relief to consumers across Ghana.
President Mahama Appoints Mensah Thompson as Deputy Director-General of SEC
H.E. John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mensah Thompson, former Executive Director of ASEPA, as the new Acting Deputy Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
NAPO Visits Asante Mampong to Commiserate with Nana Mampong Hemaa
Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, paid a solemn visit to Asante Mampong on May 11, 2025, to commiserate with Nana Mamponghemaa, Nana Agyakoma Dufie II, following the passing of Daasebre Nana Osei Bonsu II, the revered Mamponghene and occupant of the Silver Stool of Asanteman.
Special Prosecutor Visits IGP at the National Police Headquarters
The Special Prosecutor, Mr. Kissi Agyebeng, visited the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, at the National Police Headquarters to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and enhance operational support between the OSP and the Ghana Police Service.
Chief of Staff Summons Sammy Gyamfi Over Viral Cash Gift to Nana Agradaa
“The gesture was a personal one, not intended for public display,” said Sammy Gyamfi after a video of him gifting money to Nana Agradaa went viral.
Three Dead, Including Two Children, in Libya-Italy Sea Crossing
A German rescue group says at least three people, including two young children, died during a failed sea crossing from Libya to Italy. Survivors were found suffering from severe dehydration and chemical burns.
Trump Implements Refugee Policy for White South Africans: First Batch Flies Out
The first group of white South Africans granted refugee status under a Trump-era immigration policy has left Johannesburg for the U.S., reigniting debate over race, privilege, and America’s asylum priorities.
President Mahama Visits Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang in London on Mother’s Day
“A special Mother’s Day greeting to my Vice President… She is taking a deserved rest and looking forward to resuming her duties soon.” — President John Mahama
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace in Gaza, Ukraine, and South Asia
“Cease fire immediately! Let humanitarian aid be provided to the exhausted civilian population and let all hostages be freed.” — Pope Leo XIV
