ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI OBUASI MINE EMPOWERS 36 PUPILS IN STEM ROBOTICS AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine, as part of its 10-year Socio-Economic Development Plan, has trained 36 pupils from eight basic schools across Obuasi East and Obuasi West in robotics. At the programme, the students were tasked to use technology to solve societal challenges such as water and lighting systems, among others. …

YABIW ANKOBEA ASAFO COMPANY PROTESTS INSTALLATION OF NEW CHIEF The Ankobea Asafo Company of Yabiw, led by Supi Atta Kakra in the Shama District of the Western Region, has staged a demonstration with red flags to oppose the installation of a new chief. Supi Atta Kakra warned opinion leaders backing Mr. Raf Mahoney Asafuah Kakra to stop the process or …

NDC LEADERSHIP ISSUES DIRECTIVES FOR BRANCH ELECTIONS AHEAD OF 2028 POLLS The National Executive of the National Democratic Congress has issued directives to all constituencies to organize branch executive elections ahead of the 2028 general elections. The branch elections form part of the party’s reorganization efforts as it prepares for the 2028 elections. Speaking during a thank-you tour to party …

MINORITY CAUCUS CONCLUDES 3-DAY BONO EAST TOUR WITH STRONG CALL FOR URGENT ACTION FOR FARMERS The Minority Caucus in Parliament has successfully concluded a three-day intensive tour of the Bono East Region, engaging farmers, traders, and key stakeholders across nine constituencies as part of its nationwide outreach to address the growing challenges in the agricultural sector. Led by the Chief …

Ghana’s Economic Gains “Not Cosmetic” – Finance Minister Assures Investors in Washington Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has delivered a strong message to international investors, insisting that the country’s economic recovery is real, deliberate, and anchored in deep structural reforms—not short-term fixes. Addressing investors during engagements on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, Dr. Forson emphasised …

ASEIDU NKETIAH IS ‘LIFE WIRE’ FOR NDC SUCCESS, SAYS ATWIMA NPONUA DCE The District Chief Executive for Atwima Nponua in the Ashanti Region, Hon. Ibrahim Issahak, has described NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah as a “life wire” for the party’s continued success. He said Asiedu Nketiah’s visit to the constituency during the 2024 general elections helped the party increase …

LAKE BOSOMTWE UNDER THREAT AS ENCROACHERS CLEAR VEGETATION Ghana’s only natural lake and a major tourist site is facing serious threats after unknown encroachers cleared large portions of vegetation along its banks. The unidentified individuals have removed trees and shrubs, exposing the shoreline to direct sunlight and risking the ecological integrity of the natural reserve. Excavation activities are ongoing at …

TECHIMAN MARKET WOMEN EXPRESS DISAPPOINTMENT IN PRESIDENT MAHAMA Yam sellers at the Techiman Market in Bono East region have appealed directly to President Mahama and his government to intervene as a deepening cash crunch threatens their livelihoods. The traders voiced their frustration during a visit by the Minority Caucus, led by Hon. Frank Annoh-Dompreh. The group says poor sales and …

Kumasi Spare Parts Dealers Give Gov’t Two-Week Ultimatum Over Rising Port Duties The Kumasi Spare Parts Dealers Association has issued a strong appeal to the Government of Ghana, expressing deep concern over escalating import duties at the country’s ports and the failure to implement a previously promised flat rate duty system. According to the Association, prior to the 2024 general …

GFZA CEO Visits Two Free Zones Enterprises in Tema On Wednesday, 15th April 2026, Dr Mary Awusi, CEO, led a team from the Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) on a working visit to two Free Zones enterprises within the Tema Industrial Area. She said the visit formed part of their ongoing efforts to deepen engagement with our licensed enterprises, assess …