Ghana Politics

The Fourth Estate, a prominent private media organization, has disclosed its forthcoming publication of the complete list of scholarship beneficiaries from 2019 and 2020, as uncovered by their investigative report. Conducted by The Fourth Estate, the investigation revealed that certain influential individuals, as well as the children, relatives, and associates …

Highlighting the government’s track record, Boafo noted that Ghanaian cocoa farmers have consistently received higher payments than their Ivorian counterparts, except in 2023. He emphasized that Ghanaian cocoa farmers receive $47 more than those in Cote d’Ivoire, challenging accusations of exploitation and cheating. Boafo also addressed concerns about replicating the …

The Ghanaian government is scheduled to unveil its Performance Tracker initiative on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra. This innovative platform aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the implementation of infrastructure projects nationwide. The Performance Tracker will address longstanding …

The Minority in Ghana’s Parliament has called for the immediate suspension of the Registrar of the Scholarship Secretariat following allegations of corruption. This call comes after an investigative report by the Fourth Estate revealed that scholarships, meant for deserving students, were awarded based on political affiliations and other inappropriate criteria. …

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Krachi East, Mr Bernard Aborkugya Mensah, has tragically passed away after collapsing during a matriculation speech at the Dambai College of Education. The incident, which occurred on Friday morning, saw Mr Mensah rushed to the Dambai Health Centre before being transferred to the WoraWora …

In a tragic incident on the night of April 4, 2024, a 45-year-old National Democratic Congress (NDC) communicator in Asante Mampong, Osei Yaw Akoto, known as ‘Borga,’ was reportedly fatally stabbed during a heated altercation with his wife. According to reports, the altercation escalated, leading to the stabbing. His friend, …

  Dr. Michael Abu Sakara Foster, the Convener and Leader of the National Interest Movement (NIM), a political Civil Society Coalition, is among the key figures in this alliance. Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, Founder of the Movement for Change, announced the alliance in a press release on Thursday. He emphasized that …

Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Ghana’s Majority Leader in Parliament, has been elected as the 3rd Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament. His election brings a wealth of experience to the role, having been actively engaged in parliamentary affairs both domestically and at the ECOWAS Parliament for a significant period. The inauguration …

In a recent announcement from the Communication Directorate of the Jubilee House in Accra, President Akufo-Addo has implemented changes to the regional ministers within his government. The reshuffling sees Hon. Stephen Yakubu, the current Upper East Regional Minister, assuming the position of Upper West Regional Minister. Simultaneously, Hafiz Bin Salih, …

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Reintegration has issued a resolute statement, affirming its decision not to reconsider the recent adjustments to passport application fees. This follows comments from Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament and MP for North Tongu, who described …