Author: THE NEW REPUBLIC

By Joseph W. Quarm The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) has held an orientation session for 30 newly licensed Free Zones accredited Enterprises to deepen their understanding of the Free Zones Scheme and reinforce the importance of regulatory compliance. The orientation, organised by the Authority’s Compliance Department, forms part of it’s ongoing efforts to equip newly licensed enterprises with the knowledge and support required to operate successfully under the Scheme. The session provided participants with insights into the operational framework of the Free Zones Programme, key regulatory obligations and the range of support services available to investors. In her opening…

By Leo Nelson NDC Fire brand and Communications Team member, Wonder Madilo, has criticised comments attributed to the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) over the ongoing fight against illegal mining, arguing that the national conversation on galamsey requires urgency, discipline, and coordinated action rather than political exchanges. Mandilo criticised the NPP for what he described as hypocrisy in its commentary on the fight against galamsey. He drew an analogy suggesting that a person who stops stealing for a period and resumes again cannot suddenly be regarded as a saint. He argued that temporary restraint from wrongdoing does not erase prior…

By TNR Entertainment Desk Popular Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Van Vicker has commended the steady growth of Ghana’s entertainment industry but says more investment, structure and support are needed to help the sector compete globally. According to the award-winning actor, the Ghanaian entertainment scene has made significant progress over the years, especially in film, music and digital content creation, but challenges continue to hinder the industry’s full potential. Van Vicker noted that the industry has produced remarkable talents who are gaining international recognition, adding that the rise of streaming platforms and social media has also created new opportunities for creatives.…

The Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at the Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Parliament has confirmed. A statement issued by the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, said the House is currently engaging Ghana’s diplomatic mission in The Hague for further details. “The Rt Hon Speaker and the Leadership of the House are in touch with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague for detailed information on the matter. The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement said. Details about the MP’s detention are not yet known, although some…

By Leo Nelson Ghanaians living abroad and facing economic hardship have been advised to consider returning home, as Ghana still offers opportunities for survival, investment and personal growth. Prominent Businessman and Philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama who gave the advice during a visit to his outfit by Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, H E. Benjamin Quashie and xenophobic victim, Emmanuel Asamoah and his family, said, the perception that life is automatically better overseas has left many Ghanaians stranded in difficult conditions, with some battling unemployment, loneliness and immigration-related challenges in foreign countries. Ghanaian citizens abroad Mahama observed, continue to endure hardship…

By Leo Nelson The Member of Parliament for the Keta Constituency, Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey has assured traders and residents that the Keta Central Market will soon undergo a major facelift aimed at improving trading conditions and boosting economic activities in the area. According to the MP, the planned redevelopment project forms part of efforts to modernize market infrastructure within the constituency and create a safer and more conducive environment for traders, especially women who dominate commercial activities in the municipality. Speaking during his “Accounting To The People” Series, the lawmaker acknowledged the numerous challenges facing the market, including poor drainage,…

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has officially opened submissions for event proposals for the 2026 edition of “December in GH,” the country’s flagship festive season campaign under the Black Star Experience. Events are scheduled from December 1, 2026, to January 3, 2027. The GTA is inviting event organisers, promoters, cultural curators, and experienced creators to submit high-quality proposals that showcase Ghana’s culture, music, fashion, film, cuisine, heritage, and creativity while delivering strong audience engagement and nationwide impact. Selected events will be included in the official national December in GH calendar and benefit from GTA’s local and international promotion. In recent…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is intensifying its strategic collaboration with the Ghana Chamber of Mines and various large-scale mining entities to ensure the successful realization of the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Programme (GANRAP) for the 2026–2028 period. This high-level engagement serves as a critical bridge between state policy and private sector operations, aiming to streamline the acquisition of responsibly sourced local gold to bolster the nation’s economic foundations. By fostering a unified front with the industry’s biggest players, GoldBod seeks to eliminate supply chain bottlenecks and establish a reliable pipeline for gold transfers that directly…

By Leo Nelson Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama is in Nairobi to participate in the Africa Forward Summit, a high-level meeting bringing together African leaders, global business executives, policymakers, and international development partners to deepen cooperation on economic transformation, climate resilience, and institutional reform across the continent. President Mahama is attending the summit in his capacity as President of the Republic of Ghana and as the African Union Champion for African Financial Institutions, a strategic role that places him at the forefront of efforts to strengthen Africa’s financial architecture and expand access to sustainable development financing. The summit, organised by…

By Lawrence Odoom The Abura Asebu Kwamankese Constituency Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress, Akwasi Attakora Asante, has pushed back against claims that the Mahama administration and the constituency’s Member of Parliament Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu have failed to deliver development, insisting that tangible projects are actively underway across the area. His remarks come in response to comments attributed to the Caretaker Chief of Essandokrom, Nana Essandoh, who reportedly criticized the government and MP Felix Kwakye Ofosu for what he described as a lack of visible development during the Minority Caucus’ recent cocoa tour in the constituency. According to…