Ghana Politics

Renowned economist Kwame Pianim recently delivered a comprehensive analysis of Ghana’s economic journey during the fifth Annual UPSA Leadership Lecture Series. Expressing disappointment with successive governments over 66 years of independence, Pianim highlighted the nation’s challenges, citing insufficient microeconomic stability, political volatility, a staggering 90 percent GDP public debt, and …

The Ghanaian government is in the process of securing parliamentary approval for a substantial loan agreement totaling $338 million. This funding is intended to facilitate the extensive reconstruction and expansion of key road networks in the country, primarily focusing on the overhaul of the Accra-Tema motorway and other critical routes. …

In an ambitious move aimed at bolstering Ghana’s youth entrepreneurship and employment landscape, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia officially inaugurated the Government’s newest initiative, the Business and Employment Assistance Programme, during a ceremony held in Sunyani on Monday, December 11, 2023. Dr. Bawumia, in a statement shared on his Facebook …

In a bold move signaling a shift in parliamentary norms, the Speaker of the Eighth Parliament of the Fourth Republic declared an unprecedented protocol for the commencement of sessions. In a resolute statement issued ahead of the first meeting of the fourth session, the Speaker affirmed that the doors of …

Former Deputy Attorney-General Joseph Dindiok Kpemka has urged the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, to refrain from making certain comments, cautioning that they may be unnecessary if the goal is truly to combat corruption. Kpemka expressed his concerns regarding certain allegations made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) against …

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing informal economy challenges using the Ghana Card, a cornerstone of the nation’s digitalization agenda. Speaking at the 20th Ghana Club 100 Awards, Dr. Bawumia highlighted the detrimental impact of the informal economy, citing issues like age falsification, identity fraud, …

The Communications Officer of Ghana’s opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, articulated the party’s commitment to ushering in a 24-hour economy as part of their agenda to reshape the country’s economic landscape. Gyamfi emphasized that this initiative aims to steer Ghana away from reliance on imports and towards becoming …

Undercover journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas has tantalized audiences with a preview of his upcoming investigative work on organized crime. Speaking at the Disruptionlab Network event in Germany alongside CNN’s Stephanie Busari, Anas hinted at a disturbing and spine-chilling revelation scheduled for release in January 2024. During the discussion on combatting …

The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Alban S. K. Bagbin, is pushing for substantial constitutional reforms to integrate traditional leaders—both chiefs and queen mothers—into the national governance structure as members of Parliament. During a recent address to the Queen Mothers Association of Ghana at Parliament, Bagbin emphasized the necessity of creating …

A prominent figure at the University of Ghana, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has expressed skepticism about Parliament’s ability to effectively scrutinize the proposed Lithium deal. He highlighted concerns that Members of Parliament (MPs) could be influenced and swayed due to various interests involved in the agreement, raising doubts about the transparency …