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Otumfuo to return to Kumasi on Thursday after US visit
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Otumfuo to return to Kumasi on Thursday after US visit

By Ghana News Express The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, was expected to return to Kumasi on Thursday, September 3, 2026, following an important visit to the United States of America. The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC), Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), Manhyia Palace, Asanteman Council and Kumasi Traditional Council announced plans for an elaborate welcome procession to mark the return of the Asantehene. Otumfuo’s visit to the United States included a lecture at Howard University in Washington, D.C., where he spoke on the theme, “Governance, Cultural Preservation, Traditional Leadership and the Enduring Connections Between Ghana and the Global African Diaspora.” He also observed the Akwasidae festival and held a high-level engagement with the U.S. Chamber of...
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Ghana to host UN reparations event as Mahama rallies AU support
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Ghana to host UN reparations event as Mahama rallies AU support

Accra, Aug. 31 – President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana would host a high-level side event during the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September as part of efforts to advance the global campaign for reparatory justice for Africa and people of African descent. The President made the announcement after briefing fellow African leaders at the 21st Extraordinary Summit of the African Union (AU) in Luanda, Angola, in his capacity as the AU Champion for Reparations. He said the meeting provided an opportunity to update his colleagues on the growing international support for reparatory justice and the progress made since the adoption of the historic United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/82/50. According to President Mahama, the resol...
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President Mahama Swears In Ayariga, Zanetor as Ministers
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President Mahama Swears In Ayariga, Zanetor as Ministers

Accra, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama has sworn into office Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology at a ceremony held at the Presidency. Administering the Oath of Office, the President urged the newly appointed ministers to discharge their duties with integrity, humility, fairness and unwavering fidelity to the Constitution. He reminded them that public office is both a privilege and a responsibility, stressing that their foremost obligation is to place the national interest above all other considerations. President Mahama expressed confidence in the ability of the two ministers to contribute meaningfully to his administration’s governance agenda a...
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Mahama Inaugurates Committee to Oversee GH¢1 Billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund
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Mahama Inaugurates Committee to Oversee GH¢1 Billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund

Accra, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a five-member committee to oversee the implementation of the GH¢1 billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund, a major government initiative aimed at restoring infrastructure and accelerating development in Bawku and its surrounding districts. The committee is chaired by the Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and includes the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga; His Royal Majesty Cletus Abugri, Chief of Tempane; the Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga; and the Member of Parliament for Garu, Dr Thomas Winsum Anabah. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony at the Presidency on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, President Mahama announced that funding for the revitalisation programme had been se...
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Government Declines MTN Ghana’s GHS20 Million Donation for Xenophobic Attack Victims
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Government Declines MTN Ghana’s GHS20 Million Donation for Xenophobic Attack Victims

Accra, Ghana – August 26, 2026 – The Government of Ghana has officially declined an offer by MTN Ghana to donate GHS20 million towards supporting Ghanaian victims of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa, insisting that it has made adequate financial provisions to cater for affected citizens. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday, the government confirmed that it had taken note of media reports indicating that MTN Ghana intended to make the donation. The reports were said to have stemmed from comments by the company’s Board Chairman, Dr. Ishmael Yamson. While expressing appreciation for the telecommunications giant’s gesture, the government said it was unable to accept the donation because sufficient resources had already been allocated for the...
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President Mahama Reshuffles Cabinet: Pelpuo Reassigned, Agyekum Takes Over Labour Ministry
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President Mahama Reshuffles Cabinet: Pelpuo Reassigned, Agyekum Takes Over Labour Ministry

Accra, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama has announced a fresh round of ministerial changes, reassigning key members of his administration in a move aimed at strengthening governance and enhancing the delivery of government programmes. Under the latest changes, Hon. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo has been reassigned from his role as Minister for Labour, Employment and Job Creation to serve as Minister of State for Special Initiatives. Taking over the Labour Ministry is Hon. Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, who has been appointed as the new Minister for Labour, Employment and Job Creation. The appointment places him at the forefront of efforts to address employment challenges, promote job creation, and strengthen labour relations across the country. In another significant change, Hon. Ernest Brog...
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Vice President Jane Naana Calls for African-Led Solutions at Inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum
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Vice President Jane Naana Calls for African-Led Solutions at Inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum

Kigali, Rwanda – Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called on Africans to take greater ownership of the continent’s development, narratives, and future, urging leaders and institutions to invest in homegrown solutions that address Africa’s unique challenges. Speaking at the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum in Kigali, Rwanda, the Vice President joined an esteemed panel of African statesmen, including Rwandan President Paul Kagame, former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Dessalegn Boshe, and former South African President Thabo Mbeki. The forum, organised by the African School of Governance, brought together policymakers, scholars, and development leaders to discuss Africa’s history, leadership, and development trajectory. Addressing participants, Professor ...
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LMI Holdings Targets March 2027 Delivery of First 700 Saglemi Homes as Mahama Unveils Revived Housing Vision
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LMI Holdings Targets March 2027 Delivery of First 700 Saglemi Homes as Mahama Unveils Revived Housing Vision

Saglemi, Greater Accra – The long-delayed Saglemi Housing Project is back on track, with developer LMI Holdings committing to complete the first 700 housing units by March 2027, while the entire first phase of 1,500 homes is expected to be delivered by December 2027. The commitment was reaffirmed during an inspection tour of the project by President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday, August 20, 2026, where he expressed confidence that the once-abandoned affordable housing project would soon become a thriving residential community. A New Beginning for Saglemi Originally launched as a 5,000-unit affordable housing project under the late President John Evans Atta Mills, the Saglemi development stalled following a change in government. Years of legal disputes and investigations halted c...
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Ghana Trains 10,000 New Security Recruits as Muntaka Highlights Major Gains in Crime Fight
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Ghana Trains 10,000 New Security Recruits as Muntaka Highlights Major Gains in Crime Fight

Accra, Ghana – Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has announced significant progress in Ghana’s security and public safety sector, revealing that 10,000 successful applicants to the country’s security services are currently undergoing training as part of efforts to strengthen national security. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, the Minister said the recruits, drawn from the Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Prisons Service and Ghana Immigration Service, are already in training. He added that another 10,000 successful applicants from the existing recruitment pool are expected to begin training next year. 26 Election-Related Murder Suspects Before the Courts Providing an update on investigations into election-related killings,...
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GIPA Strengthens Investor Support with Focal Persons Forum to Enhance Business Climate
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GIPA Strengthens Investor Support with Focal Persons Forum to Enhance Business Climate

The Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) has reinforced its commitment to improving Ghana’s investment climate by convening its Focal Persons Forum, bringing together representatives from key Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to strengthen institutional collaboration and enhance the experience of investors operating in the country. The forum served as a platform to deepen coordination between GIPA and government institutions, with a focus on improving communication, resolving investor concerns more efficiently, and ensuring a seamless investment journey. Speaking at the opening session, GIPA’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Mr Abdul Razak Baba, underscored the critical role of the Authority’s Aftercare and Investor Grievance Division in supporting investors after th...
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