Ghana Politics

The Minister of Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has launched the government’s performance tracker, a tool designed to enhance transparency and accountability in the implementation of infrastructure projects. This initiative aims to address concerns regarding the accuracy and reliability of project presentations, particularly the use of artist’s impressions to …

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region has decided not to participate in the upcoming by-election for the Ejisu Constituency, set for April 30th. Instead, the party will concentrate its efforts on the larger goal of the general elections scheduled for December 7th, 2024, unless there are any …

Today, April 10, 2024, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting with the Transport Ministry regarding a proposed 20% increase in transport fares. This proposal, put forward by the Concerned Drivers Association and the Transport Operators of Ghana, aims to counter the effects …

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has dismissed the Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Dr. John Ofori Tenkorang, and appointed Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo as his replacement. In a letter signed by the Executive Secretary to the President, Nana Bediatuo Asante, Dr. Tenkorang was instructed to hand …

A recent national opinion poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed that John Dramani Mahama, the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, is currently leading Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flag bearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), in the race to lead …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has fixed April 30, 2024, as the date for the by-election in Ejisu constituency, necessitated by the untimely death of the sitting Member of Parliament, John Kumah, on March 7, 2024. The 45-year-old MP passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a wife and six …

Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has announced Ghana’s readiness to consider hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, following the withdrawal of Australia and Malaysia due to financial constraints. Ussif stated that Ghana is well positioned to host the Olympic-style tournament, which includes all Commonwealth nations, citing the country’s …

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 …