Author: Philip Antoh

The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has officially declared its support for the Publican Artificial Intelligence (AI) System currently being implemented at the country’s ports, clarifying that earlier concerns raised in 2025 have since been addressed. In a press statement issued on April 9, 2026, the Association dismissed claims suggesting it remains opposed to the system, describing such assertions as misleading and based on outdated information. According to the IEAG, its initial reservations—captured in a December 18, 2025 publication—were legitimate and centered on inadequate stakeholder consultation, data security concerns, transparency issues, and system integration challenges. However, the Association…

Carlos Queiroz has been appointed as the head coach of the senior national team, the Black Stars. The former Real Madrid, Manchester United, Portugal, and Iran coach will lead Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Queiroz boasts an extensive World Cup pedigree. He led South Africa to qualification for the 2002 FIFA World Cup, guided Portugal to the knockout phase in 2010, and took charge of Iran at both the 2014 and 2018 tournaments. He has also held coaching roles in Egypt, Oman, Japan, and Qatar, and is expected to bring…

A community-led effort to confront a looming environmental and public health crisis in Atatem took a dramatic and troubling turn on Tuesday, 8th April, 2026 when members of the Rights of Nature Movement Ghana (RoNAG) and residents were confronted by a group of armed men, reportedly linked to some top officials in the Adansi-Asokwa District. The incident occurred during a Right of Nature sensitization program – phase two held at their community centre, where RoNAG members had gathered with community stakeholders to present urgent findings on the condition of the Gyeme River which is a vital water source for the…

Africa’s rapidly growing youth population presents both a historic opportunity and a serious risk if not properly managed, Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has said. Delivering an expert insight at the Continental Youth Symposium in Tangier, Morocco, he stressed that the continent’s demographic advantage must be matched with deliberate policy action. “Africa stands at a defining moment. We are the youngest continent in the world, and our youth are creative, connected and determined,” he stated. However, he cautioned that “youthfulness alone will not deliver transformation,” warning that the continent must go beyond celebrating its…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has identified unemployability—not unemployment—as the central challenge facing young people across Africa. Speaking at the Continental Youth Symposium in Morocco, he said many young Africans are educated but lack relevant job-market skills. “The challenge is not simply unemployment — it is unemployability,” he stated. He explained that although many young people possess formal qualifications, they often lack the competencies required by employers and evolving markets. Mr Ayariga outlined what he described as a “three-part problem” contributing to the crisis. These include “skills gap—training that does not match market…

Closer collaboration between government and industry is critical to addressing Africa’s persistent skills mismatch, Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has said. He made the remarks while sharing Ghana’s approach to skills development at the Continental Youth Symposium in Tangier. “Industry must not be treated merely as a stakeholder to be consulted, but as a co-owner of the training process,” he stated. According to him, involving the private sector from programme design through to implementation ensures that training aligns with real market demand. Mr Ayariga revealed that the NYA works closely with organisations such as…

The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has disclosed plans to petition the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, over the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices. The announcement follows a tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Ahafo Region, where farmers voiced deep frustration over price cuts and payment delays, which they say are affecting their livelihoods. During visits to Tano North, Asutifi North, and Asutifi South, Annoh-Dompreh cautioned that if the government under John Dramani Mahama fails to respond to the concerns raised, the Minority will formally seek the intervention of the Asantehene to help…

The Minority Caucus has stepped up its nationwide outreach to cocoa-growing communities, seeking to highlight concerns over declining producer prices and delays in payments within the sector. On Tuesday, the group, led by Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, commenced the third phase of its tour in the Ahafo Region. As part of the visit, the delegation paid courtesy calls on traditional leaders to formally notify them of the exercise and seek their support ahead of engagements with cocoa farmers. The chiefs visited included Nana Osei Kofi Abirie, Osuodogya Barima Appiahgya Boafo, and Osahene Kwaku…

The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has inaugurated a 15-member multi-stakeholder steering committee to drive the establishment of a Centre of Excellence for Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector. The inauguration, held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, marks a significant step towards strengthening capacity development and promoting industry-focused research within the sector. The proposed Centre of Excellence is expected to serve as a hub for competency-based training and applied research to support industry growth and innovation. The committee will be chaired by the Deputy Chief Executive of the NPA, Dramani Bukari, and includes representatives from key…

The Member of Parliament for the Evalue Ajomoro Gwira Constituency, Kofi Arko Nokoe, has urged residents of the Lower Axim and Nsein Traditional Areas to remain calm following a recent public exchange between Awulae Attibrukusu III of Lower Axim and Awulae Agyefi Kwame II of Nsein. In a statement released on March 31, 2026, the MP expressed concern over the potential for the disagreement to escalate tensions in the two closely linked communities. “Both our traditional institutions have long stood as pillars of unity, identity, and cultural heritage. It is therefore imperative that all matters concerning chieftaincy and traditional authority…