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By Leo Nelson The government has announced plans to revive the Made in Ghana Fair as part of efforts to promote the local beverage industry and strengthen the visibility of Ghanaian brands. The initiative is expected to support local production while expanding market access for beverages produced in Ghana. Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu Agyare, disclosed this at the 10th Ghana Beverage Awards in Accra on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama. The event, held under the theme A Toast to Ten, brought together key stakeholders in the beverage industry to reflect on growth and future opportunities.…

By Leo Nelson The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has commenced the procurement process for a national traceability system, a strategic move designed to bolster oversight and enhance transparency across the nation’s gold supply chain, with a specific focus on the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector. By digitizing the monitoring of gold from extraction to export, this initiative seeks to modernize Ghana’s gold trading ecosystem, curb systemic leakages, and ensure the sector aligns with evolving global standards for responsible sourcing and accountability. “The system, when implemented, is expected to enable GoldBod to track and trace gold from the point of…

By Leo Nelson The Ghana Chamber of Mines has advocated for a comprehensive recalibration of the nation’s fiscal framework to ensure the mining sector remains both competitive and capable of supporting long-term national economic development. By calling for a strategic review of current taxation mechanisms, the Chamber aims to replace perceived short-term revenue objectives with a model that prioritizes sustained production, robust investment, and overall sector viability. This call for reform seeks to balance the state’s desire for equitable rent capture with the practical needs of a capital-intensive industry that operates within a globally mobile investment environment. “The Chamber reiterates…

By Leo Nelson The National Democratic Congress has set an ambitious target of achieving an equal share of votes with the New Patriotic Party in the Ashanti Region in the 2028 general elections. The party’s National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, announced this goal during a visit to the Atwima Mponua Constituency, expressing confidence that the region’s long-standing voting pattern could shift. Speaking at Nyinahin as part of his Thank You tour of the Ashanti Region, Asiedu Nketia indicated that the objective of a 50/50 split in votes between the two major political parties was achievable with the right strategy and…

By Gifty Boateng The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is barely a year out of power, but former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is already plotting a return – and his foot soldiers are hunting for social media mercenaries to do the dirty job.But one blogger has not only rejected the offer. He has exposed it. Amaro Shakur, a Kumasi-based social media influencer with a growing following, dropped a bombshell this week: he was personally recruited by Kwaku Osei Korankye-Asiedu, aka KOKA, one of Bawumia’s most aggressive loyalists, to help bring the NPP back to power in 2028.The offer? Loans,…

Kidsville is preparing a major return to Accra’s family‑event circuit with its flagship Family Fun Day, scheduled for 1 May 2026 at the Accra Polo Club. The organisers, backed by title sponsors Cerelac and Nido, are positioning the event as a carefully curated day of leisure at a time when families are increasingly seeking safe, structured spaces for recreation. The press brief notes that the programme is designed to “bring families together for a joyful day of entertainment, bonding, and memorable experiences”—a framing that aligns with Kidsville’s broader brand identity of creating child‑centred social environments.The event blends entertainment with strategic…

By Philip Antoh The Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has promised health workers nationwide that the government intends to pay off all salary arrears owed to 13,500 health workers by the end of July 2026, after several months of delays in payments. Speaking on Citi FM on Wednesday, April 22, he mentioned that the Ministry has started a phased payment plan to address the outstanding arrears. He stated that by the end of April, affected nurses and midwives will receive two months of back pay, with an additional three months expected to be paid by the end of June, before…

By Leo Nelson The Bank of Ghana has set the financial sector on a tight clock, compelling banks, fintech firms, and other regulated institutions to accelerate efforts toward inclusive financial services. With a structured timeline leading to the end of 2026, the central bank’s directive signals a shift from policy ambition to enforceable action, placing accessibility for persons with disabilities at the heart of Ghana’s financial system. The latest notice from the central bank provides detailed timelines to ensure compliance with its 2025 Directive on Financial Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities. While the directive had already outlined the principles of…

By Gifty Boateng Victoria Debrah, speaking at a stakeholder dialogue in Accra on Wednesday, described domestic violence as “one of the most pervasive yet often hidden challenges facing our society” a problem tolerated for so long that victims, communities and institutions have grown numb to their own responsibilities. “Silence is no longer an option,” she told an audience that included survivors, state institutions and NGOs. “Systems must respond. Communities must act.”The wife of Julius Debrah, a powerful figure in President John Mahama’s inner circle, used her platform to name what many will not: that abuse cuts across age, class, religion…

By Prince Ahenkorah The battle for control of the Bogoso-Prestea gold mine has entered a dangerous new phase. On one side, Heath Goldfields LTD – the leaseholder since December 2024 – insists operations are active and lawful. On the other, the Catchment Area Community Alliance (CACA) and firebrand lawyer Martin Kpebu are demanding the government wield Section 68 of the Minerals and Mining Act to revoke the lease immediately. At stake: thousands of livelihoods, millions in state revenue, and the credibility of Ghana’s mining regulatory regime.In a statement issued Wednesday, Heath Goldfields rejected what it called “inaccurate, incomplete and misleading”…