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As households and businesses bear the brunt By Leo Nelson The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has expressed deep apprehension regarding the persistent electricity outages currently impacting diverse regions across Ghana, formally urging an immediate, comprehensive transition toward predictive maintenance protocols and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered grid management systems to stabilize the national energy supply. This urgent call for structural and technological reform targets the operational inconsistencies plaguing key national institutions specifically the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), and the Ghana National Gas Company which have struggled to maintain system reliability amidst recent, recurring failures in…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has moved to dispel what it calls misleading social media narratives surrounding an alleged rape and extortion case involving two students, clarifying key facts about the incident. University management categorically stated that the alleged crime did not occur within KNUST’s precincts in Kumasi but in the adjoining community of Ayeduase, placing it beyond the remit of the institution’s internal security apparatus. “The alleged incidents did not occur on the KNUST campus. They took place off campus in the nearby community of Ayeduase and therefore fall outside the jurisdiction…

Member of Parliament for Abirem, Charles Owiredu, has criticised the CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr. Mary Awusi, saying she should have been dismissed over comments targeting the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye. This comes after Apostle Nyamekye had said illegal mining, locally known as galamsey, was increasingly disrupting both community livelihoods and religious practices in parts of the country. He cited the impact on rivers that has affected baptism. In response, Dr Awusi went on the offensive and asked Apostle Nyamekye to stay in the lane of clergy work, or else he…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has affirmed the nation’s resolute drive to establish itself as Africa’s premier investment gateway, as the global paradigm decisively shifts from aid dependency to robust trade and investment alliances. Addressing the Ghana–Seattle Forum in Seattle on Friday, April 24, Ambassador Smith declared that the evolving architecture of U.S.–Africa relations now pivots on “commercial diplomacy” with economic cooperation, trade expansion, and long-term investment placed at the heart of bilateral engagement. He noted that this transition underscores a profound transformation in U.S.–Africa ties, anchored in investment-led growth and symbiotic partnerships.…

By Leo Nelson The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has led a high-powered delegation including Volta region’s member of the council of state, H.E. Gabriel Kwamiga-Atokple, the member of Parliament for Ketu South, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie among others to the Aflao Traditional Council, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between government and traditional authorities in the region. The visit was marked by discussions centred on development priorities, security, and the role of traditional leadership in advancing government policies. Gunu, addressing chiefs and elders, emphasised the importance of partnership in driving sustainable development. He noted that the government recognises…

By Leo Nelson A new kind of funeral announcement is turning heads, and opening wallets, in Ghana. In a widely shared video, the late Kwadwo Boakye appears dressed in regal kente, announcing the date, time, and venue of his own funeral. His voice is calm. His message clear. The catch? He had already passed away. Welcome to the growing business of AI-powered obituary announcements, where technology brings the dead “back to life” to speak one last time. What began as an experiment in digital storytelling has quickly evolved into a service, and now, an emerging industry. From funeral homes to…

By Leo Nelson President John Dramani Mahama has announced that government will train at least 300,000 beneficiaries in 2026 under the One Million Coders Programme, placing digital skills development at the core of Ghana’s newly launched National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. The initiative, unveiled during the national launch, reflects a deliberate effort to harness the country’s youthful population and position Ghana as a competitive force in the global digital economy. In his address, the President described Ghana’s youth as energetic, innovative, and increasingly engaged with digital technologies. However, he cautioned that this demographic advantage can only translate into national progress if…

By Leo Nelson President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to integrate artificial intelligence, coding, robotics, and electronics into Ghana’s basic education curriculum as part of a broader national strategy to prepare the next generation for a rapidly evolving digital future. Speaking at the official launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy at Labadi Beach Hotel, the President described the move as a deliberate policy shift aimed at aligning education with emerging global technological trends. He indicated that the Curriculum Review Committee under the Ministry of Education has been tasked to complete its work by the end of June, paving…

By Leo Nelson President John Dramani Mahama has announced a major $250 million investment to establish a world class Artificial Intelligence computing centre as part of Ghana’s newly launched National Artificial Intelligence Strategy. The announcement signals a significant shift in the country’s approach to digital transformation, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure as the foundation for innovation. Speaking at the official launch, the President underscored the growing importance of data, computing power, connectivity, and energy in shaping modern economies. He explained that these elements now play the same strategic role in the digital era as roads, ports, railways, and power…

By Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has spearheaded the distribution of approximately 4,000 sanitary pads to schools across the Upper West Region under the Free Sanitary Pad Initiative, reaffirming government’s steadfast commitment to eradicating period poverty and safeguarding girls’ education. The transformative programme targets female students from Primary Five through Senior High School, strategically designed to curb absenteeism triggered by menstruation and ensure uninterrupted academic participation. Addressing stakeholders during the official presentation on Friday, April 24, the Vice President emphasized that a girl’s biological development must be regarded as an asset, not an impediment to her educational journey.…