Day: July 23, 2025

Accra: The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus in Parliament has criticized the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government for its alleged ineffective approach to tackling the illegal mining (galamsey) menace, describing it as a ‘full-blown national emergency.’ According to Ghana News Agency, a statement signed by Mr. Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, Ranking Member of the Lands and Natural Resources Committee, and an NPP Member of Parliament for Mampong, criticized the government for allocating GHS 50 million to combat illegal mining, yet seeing no tangible results. The statement accused the NDC government of failing in its efforts to address the galamsey issue, highlighting

Accra: The New Patriotic Party Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for sustainable financing for the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, otherwise known as ‘Mahama Cares’, to support its funding. According to Ghana News Agency, the Minority proposed the Covid-19 levy as a viable financing option to support the Trust Fund, instead of the government allocating 20 percent of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to it. They argued that the government’s decision to take 20 percent from the NHIF would weaken the National Health Insurance Scheme since the Trust Fund would be competing with the scheme for financial resources. Dr.

Accra: The Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has called on transport leaders to champion gender equality within their sector and communities. She stated that transport leaders are key influencers with the capacity to effect meaningful change in households and workplaces. The Minister made this call in a speech read on her behalf at a Training of Trainers session held in Accra. According to Ghana News Agency, the training was convened by the Department of Gender with support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), bringing together male representatives from various transport unions. The

Paga: The Upper East Regional Peace Council has underscored the urgent need for peace, unity, and collective responsibility to counter rising violent extremism and internal conflicts that continue to threaten the stability and development of the region. According to Ghana News Agency, the unresolved tensions not only hinder social cohesion and development but also create a fertile ground for the radicalisation and recruitment of youth by violent extremist groups operating across borders. Mr. Damian Asobayire, the Executive Secretary of the Upper East Regional Peace Council, made the call during this year’s PANAFEST/Emancipation Day celebration held at the Piquero Heritage and

Accra: The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) has urged the new National Democratic Congress (NDC)-led government to take swift and decisive action to address the growing threat of corruption in public life, following the party’s 2024 electoral victory. In its State of Corruption Report 2024, the GACC outlined a series of urgent legislative and institutional reforms it says are necessary to restore public confidence and strengthen Ghana’s governance systems. According to Ghana News Agency, ‘2024 marked another year of public frustration, unimplemented reforms, and weakening accountability institutions,’ the report stated, adding that, ‘the new administration must show that it is not

Accra: The Upper West Regional office of the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) has reported a successful revenue recovery of GH?50,659.29 for the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and consumer adjustments totaling GH?1,157.62 during the first half of 2025. This initiative highlights the PURC’s dedication to ensuring fairness and accountability within the utility services sector. According to Ghana News Agency, the PURC also facilitated the replacement of High Tension and Low Voltage poles by NEDCo at a cost of GH?41,500.00 during the same period. This was detailed in the 2025 half-year report released by the Upper West Regional office of

Nairobi: Mr Richard Ben Debrah, the Head of the Works Department at the Tema West Municipal Assembly, has received the prestigious title of ‘African Ambassador for Infrastructure Development and Engineering Excellence’ award. In a landmark celebration of leadership in engineering and infrastructure, the business executive group honored Mr Debrah at its 2025 African Ambassadorial Title Conference and Awards, held in Nairobi, Kenya over the weekend. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Debrah, who is also the National President of the Local Government Service Engineers Association of Ghana, stated that the award recognized his extensive efforts in promoting sustainable infrastructure and