Ghana Politics

Accra experienced significant flooding following a downpour early Wednesday morning, which started around 3 am in various parts of the city. The heavy rainfall has caused major disruptions, particularly for road users and businesses. Floodwaters rendered major roads impassable, leading to massive gridlock and leaving many commuters stranded. Affected areas …

The National Service Scheme (NSS) has released arrears for April following a strike declaration by the Concerned National Service Scheme (NSS) Personnel Association of Ghana (CONSPAG). The nationwide strike, which began on July 3, 2024, was initiated due to unpaid allowances, significantly impacting the livelihoods of the personnel. In a …

The Concerned National Service Scheme (NSS) Personnel Association of Ghana (CONSPAG) has declared a nationwide strike starting today, Wednesday, July 3, 2024, until their allowances are paid. In a statement dated July 2, 2024, addressed to all NSS personnel, user agencies, and other stakeholders, the association detailed several challenges prompting …

The Supreme Court has set July 17, 2024, to deliver rulings on two lawsuits filed by Broadcast Journalist Richard Dela Sky and Researcher Dr. Amanda Odoi against the passage of the controversial anti-gay bill by Parliament. Mr. Sky is challenging the constitutionality of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values …

He explained that the 1992 Constitution requires him to appoint half of his ministers from Parliament. As a president for all Ghanaians, he intends to include members from both the NPP and NDC, as well as any other parties or individuals who secure seats in Parliament. During an interview with …

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has strongly refuted recent reports suggesting that it would not field presidential candidates for the upcoming 2024 elections. In a memo addressed to its members on Wednesday, June 26, the party clarified that it is actively engaged in finalizing its preparations to select candidates for …

Several oil marketing companies (OMCs) in Ghana have begun adjusting fuel prices upwards with the start of the first pricing window in July. This increase is attributed to rising costs of refined petroleum products on the international market and the depreciation of the Cedi, according to energy think tanks such …

The family of Paulina Limisi, the Women’s Organiser for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Tema West, is appealing to the public for assistance in locating their missing relative. According to her brother, Paul Anamde, Paulina left home on June 12 and has not returned since. The matter has been …

The Government of Ghana has received US$360 million as the third installment of its bailout package with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This amount, aimed at supporting the budget and stabilizing the local currency, was credited to the Central Bank’s account on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. This payment follows the …

Sammy Gyamfi, the National Communication Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has initiated a defamation lawsuit against Asaase Radio and ABC News. The legal action follows a publication by these media outlets titled “NDC’s Sammy Gyamfi allegedly blows party cash on lavish trip to Miami with wife,” which Gyamfi …