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In a resounding declaration of commitment to reshaping the future of global governance for health and development, President John Dramani Mahama will take center stage at the 80th United Nations General Assembly to unveil ‘The Accra Reset: Reimagining Global Governance for Health and Development.’ According to government spokesman-person and minister for information, Felix Ofosu-Kwakye, the launch of this groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in the quest for a more effective and responsive global governance framework, tailored to address the challenges of a turbulent, post-SDG era. President Mahama, renowned as the African Union Champion for African Financial Institutions, will lead…

Ghanaians marked Founder’s Day on Sunday, September 21, to commemorate the birthday of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, who was earlier Prime Minister and Africa’s foremost champion of continental unity and liberation of the black race. In a statement signed by the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, the ministry said President John Mahama had, by Executive Instrument, directed that the holiday be observed nationwide in line with the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act, as amended. In the past, the celebration of the day had been marked with some controversy. The Government of former and late President…

A young protester addressing a vigil at Revolution Square in Accra on Sunday evening made an emotional plea for illegal mining, or galamsey, to be stopped immediately. The gathering was held ahead of a planned march against the environmental destruction caused by galamsey. The boy identified himself as “DD” and explained the meaning behind the name. Introducing his remarks, he told the crowd he was frightened for his life and for the future of Ghana’s rivers and wildlife. “The meaning of DD is Desperate Desmond and the reason why I am desperate is because of galamsey. And I want galamsey…

In his fourth appearance in an Italian Serie A game for Atalanta, Ghana’s Kamaldeen Sulemana, bagged a pair of firsts since joining the club from English side Southampton. Sulemana scored his first goal and registered his first assist in an Atalanta shirt as the club beat Torino 3-0. The Black Stars player’s scuffed shot had enough power and direction away from the Torino goalkeeper to roll the ballinto the net to give Atalanta a 2-0 lead. Kamaldeen turned provider later in the first half as his cross led to an easy tap in finish for Montenegrin striker Nikola Krstovic and…

umasi Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito says his defenders ‘surprised” him in Kotoko’s game against Nigeria’s Kwara United.Best video game consoles Kotoko beat Kwara United 4-3 in the first of a two legged tie at the Accra Sports Stadium in the preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. Sports Merchandise StoreThe Porcupine Warriors conceded twice in the first half and after striker Albert Amoah put Kotoko up 4-2 in the 73rd minute, Abdulraheem Shola scored in the 85th minute to reduce Kwara’s deficit. The second leg takes place in Nigeria on Sunday, September 28 and speaking a post-game…

Ghana’s grain sector is on the brink of crisis, with more than 100,000 metric tonnes of maize and rice from the 2024 harvest still unsold. The situation has left farmers trapped in debt and threatens the survival of local processors. According to the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG), the glut—worsened by a surge in cheap imports and rampant smuggling of substandard grains—has forced many farmers to sell below production cost. With the 2025 harvest season fast approaching, the Chamber fears the problem could intensify, undermining livelihoods, collapsing mills, and placing national food security at risk. In a statement, CAG stressed…

Investor demand for Treasury bills strengthened last week, exceeding the government’s target by 14.14 percent. According to the latest data from the Bank of Ghana, the Treasury accepted GH¢3.43 billion in bids, compared to a planned GH¢3.01 billion. The 91-day bill attracted the bulk of subscriptions, with GH¢2.57 billion accepted out of GH¢2.58 billion tendered. The 182-day note followed, recording GH¢608 million out of GH¢613 million submitted, while GH¢247 million was taken on the 364-day bill against GH¢250 million tendered. Analysts attribute the oversubscription to sustained investor demand, improved uptake by the Treasury, and a relatively modest issuance target. Meanwhile,…

The government has announced major reforms in the country’s public procurement system aimed at stemming the billions of cedis lost annually through irregularities, according to the Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem. He said that the measures form part of efforts to strengthen accountability and ensure value for money in public spending. Speaking at the National Procurement and Supply Conference in Accra on Saturday, September 20, 2025, Mr Nyarko Ampem cited a Ghana Institute of Procurement and Supply (GIPS) report that estimates Ghana loses approximately GH¢2.36 billion every year due to procurement breaches. He described this as a drain…

In a bold move to empower women and ignite grassroots entrepreneurship, Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah, through his Walk With Julius initiative, has donated GH₵500,000 as seed capital to support registered women entrepreneurs of the newly launched Madina Chamber of Commerce. The gesture was announced during the official launch of the Chamber by the Member of Parliament for Madina Constituency, Hon. Francis Xavier Sosu, who commended the initiative as a catalyst for creating sustainable livelihoods and inspiring economic independence across Ghana. Addressing entrepreneurs and community leaders, Mr. Debrah urged women and youth to embrace entrepreneurship with courage and faith,…

President John Dramani Mahama has departed Accra for New York, USA, leading a high-leveldelegation to the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80), whichcommences on Tuesday, 23 September. President Mahama is slated to address the General Assembly on Thursday, 25 September 2025. In his capacity as the African Union’s champion for financial institutions, he will host two significantside events. His itinerary also includes crucial bilateral meetings with the UN Secretary-General,various heads of state, and global leaders, such as the President of the Rockefeller Foundation. President Mahama will also engage with the US-Africa Chamber of Commerce and make…