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Bogoso-Prestea road project reassigned to new contractor

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has reassigned the Bogoso–Prestea road project to a new contractor after prolonged delays and poor...

June 4 Revolution: How junior soldiers brought down Ghana’s military elite in 1979

In the late 1970s, Ghana was said to be in crisis. General Ignatius Kutu Acheampong's Supreme Military Council (SMC I), which had governed since...

49-year-old farmer missing after canoe capsizes on River Bobie Fum

A joint search-and-rescue operation has been activated along the banks of the River Bobie Fum at Assin Dansame in the Assin North District of...

Rev. Dr. Grace Sintim Adasi wins prestigious 2026 ICSOR grant award

Rev. Dr Grace Sintim Adasi, a Minister of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana and Senior Research Fellow at the College of Humanities, Institute of...

Ghana farmers’ burning practices fuel growing air pollution and environmental crises

Asutsuare (Shai Osudoku District) - Experts are raising urgent concerns over the widespread practice of burning crop waste and trees to clear farmlands across...

From Adenta Kumi to Abronye: The growing list of opposition arrests since 2025

Ghana has witnessed a growing pattern of arrests, detentions, and criminal prosecutions of politicians, party activists, and communicators — largely from the opposition New...

Ghana’s airport levy and unseen consequences for youth, diaspora

The introduction of new airport infrastructure levies in Ghana effective April 1, 2026, represents a policy decision that sits at the intersection of development...

Why Schiphol, not Accra: Unpacking why Ghana’s security agencies were not asked to arrest Asante Akyem North MP

An explainer on the legal, political and operational considerations behind the Asante Akyem North MP's detention in the Netherlands. Let's start from here: When Parliament confirmed...

Cross-dressing craze: A growing trend stirring national conversation

In recent years, Ghana has seen a noticeable rise in cross-dressing, especially among male influencers, content creators, and public event attendees. What some describe as...

Burkina Faso record cereal surplus amid persistent food insecurity

While addressing the people of Burkina Faso on December 31, 2025, President Ibrahim Traoré made a remark intended to leave a lasting impression: “Food...

26 editions, 10 names; Ranking the longest Artiste of the Year nomination streaks in TGMA history

There is a particular silence inside the arena when the envelope for Artiste of the Year is held up. Cameras tighten. The crowd settles...

TGMA 2026: The night ahead; who wins what?

If the TGMA is purely a figures award, then Black Sherif is likely to be crowned Artiste of the Year. I’m not the one...

Africa’s time, Africa’s terms:Accra to host global dialogue on digital learning and sovereignty

In a world marked by rapid technological change, shifting global alliances and growing competition for markets, resources and influence, Africa is facing a defining...

Analysis: How GOLDBOD’s “beautiful” 2025 financials created a GH¢9bn hole at the Bank of Ghana

When the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) announced last week through its financials that it had assayed a total of 103.8 metric tonnes of ASM...

Sale of gold bought between 2023 and 2024 saved Bank of Ghana from GH¢33 billion loss

A JoyNews Research has revealed Bank of Ghana would have closed 2025 with a loss of nearly GH¢33.2 billion, more than double the GH¢15.63 billion it...

Fair Wages and Salaries Commission boss salustes workers

MAY DAY MESSAGE TO WORKERS OF GHANABy the Chief Executive Officer, Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) Fellow Workers of Ghana,On behalf of the Fair...

Court throws out prosecution witness statements in Buffer Stock trial

The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra has struck out two witness statements filed by the prosecution in the ongoing trial of...

Francis-Xavier Sosu makes list of Ghana’s 10 most formidable legal minds

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Madina Constituency and human rights lawyer, Dr. Francis-Xavier Sosu, has been named among the 10 most fearsome Ghanaian...

Daniel Afari-Djan writes: Why Ghana’s plunging interest rates are catalyst for industrial growth

After enduring one of the most severe economic crises in a generation, Ghanaian businesses are finally experiencing a resurgence. The most significant sign of...

Free Primary Healthcare brings hope to Ghanaians battling silent killers

Ghana has taken a significant step to address two of its fastest-growing health challenges, hypertension and diabetes, with the introduction of the Free Primary...

Govt’s fuel relief avoids immediate revenue hit but puts OMCs under pressure

Cabinet’s fuel relief is more surgical than it first appeared. The government has reduced margins, not taxes on petrol and diesel, and that distinction matters. On...

Empowering women: RUG Hub celebrates rural women driving green economy

On March 31st, 2026, the quiet community of Boamang-Kyerekrom in Afigya Kwabre North District came alive with celebration as 33 rural women graduated from...

Joris Wartenberg: The mysterious Ghanaian of shadowy origins and ancestral Jewish lineage

My boss, Christian Amoadu Ohene affectionately called AC Ohene was the first to post about Joris Wartenberg's demise on the Adom Editors’ Forum WhatsApp...

GFA appoints Carlos Queiroz as new Black Stars coach

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed experienced Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA...

The man who died twice yet lives: The extraordinary story of Rev. Dr. Nana Francis Essel-Okyeahene

In a quiet farming community in Gomoa Wassah, where life was simple and survival depended on the soil, a child was born into uncertainty...

Why Okyeame Kwame must be celebrated @50

In the mid-90s, Ghana’s hiplife scene was still taking shape, and one of the pioneering forces was the duo Akyeame, featuring Okyeame Kwame. Together,...

Bleeding flames: The heartbreaking betrayal of Ghana’s forgotten firefighters

In the chaotic heartbeat of Ghana, where flames devour markets, homes crumble, and desperate cries echo from the rubble, Ghana’s firefighters rush toward danger...

How to sell your products internationally without losing profit

If you want to try to sell your business products internationally, then this is great. With that said, there are things that you need...

Beckoning Hope: A new dawn for cancer care in Ghana

How the vision behind the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Comprehensive Cancer Care Center of Excellence could transform cancer treatment, research and medical training across...

Inside Nsawam Prison: Ex-inmate shares shocking revelations [Watch]

A former inmate has provided an insider’s view of life inside Nsawam Prison, shedding light on the internal hierarchy, strict rules, and alleged illegal...

Hypertension cases rising in Ghana as many remain unaware of condition

Hypertension is becoming an alarming public health concern in Ghana, with many people living with the condition without knowing it. Health experts say the...

Strait of Hormuz: A narrow chokepoint more prominent than US/Israel-Iran war

In the last few days or perhaps weeks, since the US/Israel-Iran war started, one location that has seen more mention on search engines and...

Rising global oil prices and Ghana’s financial & economic environment: A dual-edged reality for an oil-producing, import-dependent economy

Executive summary As of March 2026, Ghana's economy is once again navigating turbulent waters as escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupt global energy...

Galamsey chemicals and air pollution linked to rising diabetes risk in children

Dr. Benson Owusu, a public health expert, is raising alarm over the growing exposure of children to toxic heavy metals from illegal mining and...

Analysis: Why foreign countries are pressuring Ghana over its gold royalties

Several foreign governments are pressing Ghana to reconsider a proposed overhaul of its mining royalty regime, according to a report by Reuters. The report indicates that...

A 70-year journey of grace, leadership, and legacy: Honouring the mother of charismatism, Rev. Dr. Christie Doe Tetteh

The evening sky over Labone, Accra, seemed to shimmer with anticipation on Friday, February 27, 2026, as family, friends, and admirers gathered at the...

Breathing death: Health experts warn of looming crisis as toxic air in illegal mining kills and sickens miners

For 15 years, Abass Salifu toiled deep underground at illegal mining sites around Kumasi. The work paid well. He built two houses and provided comfortably...

How a pack of noodles became a tool for exploiting schoolgirls at Jato

I had seen strange stories in my years as a journalist. But nothing prepared me for what I found in Jato Village in the...

NCA introduces stricter rules to improve call, data quality

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced sweeping new measures aimed at improving the quality of mobile telecommunications services across Ghana, introducing stricter performance...

From ballot lines to academic laurels: Multimedia Group’s Akwasi Agyeman earns PhD at University of Ghana

Accra stood still in admiration on Tuesday, February 10, as the historic Great Hall of the University of Ghana, Legon, hosted a remarkable academic...