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As Ghana’s Economic Ship Finally Steadies. In a rare piece of good news for Ghanaian households battered by years of economic turbulence, the nation’s inflation rate has plummeted to a four-year low of 12.1% in July 2025. This significant drop, revealed by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), marks the lowest figure since October 2021 and signals a potential turning point in the country’s protracted battle against soaring prices. The July figure, a dramatic decrease from June’s 13.7%, marks a 1.6 percentage point drop and reinforces a seven-month streak of disinflation. It’s a remarkable recovery from the peak of 23.8% recorded…

Over stolen Lambu Banter with EOCO. GHANAIAN dancehall sensation Shatta Wale has sensationally threatened to invoke a powerful deity to prove his innocence after his luxury Lamborghini was seized by police. The flamboyant musician, real name Charles Nii Armah Mensah, declared he would travel to Kumasi and call upon the dreaded Antoa deity if authorities dare to suggest he is lying. “If they take whatever I said beyond the Bible and someone says I’m lying, I swear, we’ll go to Kumasi to see Antoa,” the star roared in a viral video. The shocking development comes after the Economic and Organised…

The Executive Director of the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS), Mr. Enoch Obengfo Kwasi Gyetuah, has praised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for acknowledging the role of private education in the country by including them in the Free Senior High School Policy. He stated that Ghana’s education cannot be defined without the input of private schools, so he welcomes this new development to ensure that private schools can benefit from the policy. Mr. Gyetuah disclosed that at least 60 private schools have begun the pilot project, and more private schools will be added in the future as…

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah has announced that Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah is among the people who died in the fatal military helicopter crash. Also, the Minister for Environment, Murtala Mohammed, died in the crash. The Chief of Staff announced this to the nation at a press conference in Accra on August 6. Former Ashanti Regional Minister Samuel Sarpong, who was also on board the helicopter, also died. Others who have been confirmed dead in the crash are Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and Samuel Aboagye a former Member of Parliament and Samuel Sarpong, Vice…

President John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed his government’s unwavering commitment to prioritising development in the Volta Region. Speaking during a courtesy call by the Volta Regional House of Chiefs at the Jubilee House, the President emphasised his administration’s dedication to inclusive governance and tangible results that address the aspirations of all Ghanaians, particularly those in the Volta Region. “It gives me great pleasure to join you today at the presidency and share some of the progress we have made since my recent thank-you tour of the Volta region. “During that memorable visit, which was the first stop on my journey…

Ghana’s journey towards a 24-hour economic program presents a pivotal moment for the government to capitalize on the expertise of Architectural Engineering Services Limited (AESL) to spearhead the nation’s reconstruction endeavors. Despite its significant potential to contribute to Ghana’s progress, AESL has long been overlooked. Renowned for its impeccable delivery of architectural and engineering services, AESL boasts a team of highly skilled professionals capable of designing and executing infrastructure projects that adhere to global standards. Through the utilization of AESL’s proficiency, the government can expedite the completion of crucial infrastructure ventures like roads, bridges, and public edifices. The current economic…

In the heart of East Mamprusi Municipality in the North East region lies Nanyeri community, where the quest for education is an arduous journey. With no government school in sight, the community has taken it upon themselves to provide education for their children, facing numerous challenges along the way. The only school in Nanyeri is a beacon of hope amidst a sea of adversity. Owned and managed by the community, with support from the Independent Minds Association, a local NGO, the school stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people. Teachers, employed and paid by the…

The solemn silence that fell over Akwatia following the death of its Member of Parliament has been shattered by the familiar roar of political ambition. Just months after the community mourned its loss, the announcement of a by-election has transformed a period of grief into a frantic scramble for power. The respectful tributes have been replaced by strategic meetings, campaign flyers, and a relentless focus on the vacant seat, not the man who once held it. This rapid pivot from mourning to campaigning is a pattern many Ghanaians have come to expect. The political machine, it seems, waits for no…

Ghana’s economy is showing signs of resilience and revival, with leading global professional services firm Deloitte projecting that the country is well on course to achieve its 2025 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth target of 4.0%. This optimism is largely anchored on early growth numbers for the year, the role of the private sector, and transformative policy interventions—most notably, the government’s 24-Hour Economy Programme. Ghana recorded an impressive 5.3% GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025, outpacing both the 4.9% growth recorded during the same period in 2024 and the government’s full-year target of 4.0%. This remarkable performance, according…

The president of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama is set to host a pivotal Africa Health Sovereignty Summit in Accra on August 5, with the objective of redefining global health governance and positioning Africa as a leader in driving its own health reforms. The summit is expected to mark a critical turning point in how the continent responds to health challenges and shapes international health policies that impact its people. Themed “African Health Sovereignty in a Reimagined Global Health Governance Architecture,” the summit will bring together a high-level gathering of African Heads of State, global health experts, policymakers,…