The Ghanaian government has announced a significant increase in the cocoa producer price from US$3,100 to US$5,040 per tonne for the 2025/2026 season.
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President Mahama to Introduce Tertiary Education Scholarship Scheme for Children of Cocoa Farmers
As part of fulfilling a 2024 campaign promise, former President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new tertiary education scholarship scheme for children of cocoa farmers. The initiative, set to be implemented in the 2026/27 academic year
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National Apprenticeship Programme Receives 115,009 Applications – Opare Addo
Hon. George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, has announced that the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP) has received 115,009 applications.
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NSA to Start Implementation of 6-Week Basic Military Orientation Programme on August 31
Hon. George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, announced that the National Service Authority (NSA) will begin implementing a six-week Basic Military Orientation Programme
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Government Allocates GH₵ 110 Million for Adwumawura Programme
Hon. George Opare Addo, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, has announced that the Government of Ghana has allocated GHS 110 million for the Adwumawura Programme under the Government Accountability Series.
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“I’m Shocked by President Mahama’s Administration” – Kwadwo Nkansah Claims
I’m Shocked by President Mahama’s Administration” – Kwadwo Nkansah shares to the public
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Okudzeto Ablakwa Welcomes James Gyakye Quayson to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs, has officially welcomed Hon. James Gyakye Quayson to the Ministry following his parliamentary confirmation and swearing-in as Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs.
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Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, Visits Aflao Market Project Site
The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, has visited the proposed Aflao Market Project in the Volta Region, a major initiative set to be funded by a US$30 million grant from China. Accompanied by top Ghanaian officials, including Hon. Okudzeto Ablakwa and Hon. Dzifa Gomashie
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Morocco Donates 40,000 Bags of Fertilizer to Ghana
Morocco has donated 40,000 bags of fertilizer to Ghana through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The gesture, led by Her Excellency Ouaadil, was received by Hon. John Dumelo on behalf of Hon. Eric Opoku.
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Finance Minister Urges Newly Sworn-In National Asset Management Committee to Ensure Proper Security of State Assets
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, inaugurated the National Asset Management Working Committee in Accra to address the mismanagement and unaccountability of state properties. He emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive State Assets Register and tasked the committee to identify and properly account for all government-owned assets, including lands and buildings
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Daddy Lumba Made History: A Night That United Presidents Kuffuor and Rawlings
“When the two former presidents danced together to Daddy Lumba’s tune, Ghana danced with them in peace, in unity, and in pride.”
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Government Orders Evacuation of Students from Bawku, Nalerigu Amid Ongoing Conflict
“Our students are our hope for the future. Their safety is not negotiable,” – Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu
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President Mahama Pays Tribute to Music Icon Daddy Lumba
“Though the music may fall silent, his legacy will continue to echo through our hearts and our history.” – President John Dramani Mahama
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Another 53,000 “Separated Names” Found on Gov’t Payroll – What’s Going On?
On July 25, 2025, Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, revealed that over 53,000 “separated names” – including unqualified individuals, retirees, and deceased persons – have been found on the government payroll.
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Validators of Ghost Names Will Be Held Accountable: Finance Minister Warns
Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Minister for Finance, has issued a stern warning that individuals validating ghost names on the government payroll will be held accountable. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on July 25, 2025, Dr. Forson disclosed that the Auditor-General has identified over 14,000 ghost names and 53,000 separated names, calling for urgent action
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The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson to Present Mid-Year Budget Review on July 24
“We remain committed to restoring fiscal discipline and delivering a people-centred economic agenda,” – Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Finance Minister
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President Mahama Directs Dissolution of National Cathedral Board
“We must rebuild trust by showing that no undertaking, no matter how symbolic, is above public accountability.” — Office of the President
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President Mahama Pledges to Complete Suame Interchange and Other Projects in Ashanti Region
“Irrespective of who started it, we shall continue and complete it,” President Mahama assured, promising to finish major projects like the Suame Interchange in the Ashanti Region.
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Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, MP for Ofoase Ayirebi Proposes Bill to Reform Public Financial System
Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah moves to tighten fiscal discipline with new legislation requiring all MDAs to obtain NDPC certification before accessing public funds.
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President Mahama Suspends Fuel Allowances for Political Appointees
“Leadership must also bear its part of the sacrifices it is calling on the people to make.” — Presidency
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Education Ministry Orders NTC to Abolish Licensure Exams by August 30
The Ministry of Education has directed the National Teaching Council (NTC) to abolish the Teachers’ Licensure Exams by August 30, 2025. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu announced that a new model will …
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The Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene’s Life Story Continues…
Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, shares a powerful chapter of his life, detailing how he balanced medical school with a national student leadership campaign.
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Parliament to Launch 2nd Edition of Democracy Cup on July 24
Parliament will on July 24 launch the second edition of the Democracy Cup, using football to promote civic awareness, unity, and democratic values across Ghana.
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Government Ends Unauthorized Military Protection for Civilians and Public Officials
“The Ghana Armed Forces must be reserved for constitutionally sanctioned duties,” Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah said.
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Ablekuma North Re-Run: Hawa Koomson Defends Use of Pepper Spray at Polling Centre
“I sprayed in self-defence,” says Hawa Koomson, following a tense confrontation during the Ablekuma North re-run election — a process that covered 19 polling stations after prior irregularities.
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Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak Opens Government Accountability Series at the Presidency
Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak launched the Government Accountability Series today at the Presidency, reporting on security sector performance, election-related incidents, and the Bawku conflict while outlining key achievements under his ministry.
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UN to Hold High-Level Forum in New York to Accelerate Action on 2030 Development Goals
The 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development will take place from 14 to 23 July in New York, focusing on accelerating global action on five key Sustainable Development Goals as the 2030 deadline draws near.
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AU Commission Chairperson Mourns Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari
The African Union Commission has mourned the death of Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari, praising his legacy as a pan-Africanist and statesman committed to peace, integration, and African development.
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Ghana’s Presidency to Launch Government Accountability Series
The Presidency Communications Office is set to begin The Government Accountability Series on Monday, July 14, 2025, with updates from key sector ministers on their ministry’s performance over the past six months.
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“I Will Boost Foreign Investment in Ghana” – New GIPC Board Chairman, Akwasi Oppong-Fosu Vows
New GIPC Board Chairman, Akwasi Oppong-Fosu, says Ghana will become a top investment hub under his leadership. He promises strategic action to attract and retain quality foreign investments for job creation and economic growth.
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EC Declares Ewurabena Aubynn as Member of Parliament-Elect for Ablekuma North
Ewurabena Aubynn has been officially declared the MP-elect for Ablekuma North after a rerun of elections in 19 polling stations. She won with 34,090 votes, narrowly defeating Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie of the NPP.