Category: News

Accra: Mr Yussif Issaka Jajah, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing Ghana’s film industry. He stated, “Film is not only entertainment but a mirror of our society, a vessel of our heritage, and a bridge to the world. Our stories deserve to be told, across Africa and beyond.” According to Ghana News Agency, speaking at the National Film Industry Dialogue held in Accra, Mr Jajah emphasized the government’s intention to position the creative sector as a strategic pillar for economic transformation, cultural preservation, and global influence. The event, organized by the

Keta: Motorists and commuters in Keta, located in the Volta Region, are calling for immediate construction and rehabilitation of the market roads, highlighting the poor condition of these roads as a significant obstacle to trade and transportation. According to Ghana News Agency, the affected individuals are urging the government, stakeholders, and philanthropists to step in, as the deteriorating roads are leading to increased travel time, higher vehicle maintenance costs, and heightened safety concerns. Mr. Gabriel Nusenu, a taxi driver operating in Keta Central, shared that transporting goods to and from the market has become increasingly difficult. He stated, “The poor

Accra: Ghana’s export sector demonstrated strong performance in August 2025, with total earnings reaching $17.99 billion. The latest economic data reveals a continued upward trajectory in export revenues, driven largely by robust growth of gold, cocoa, and oil. According to Ghana News Agency, compared to 2024, the cumulative export value for the first eight months of 2025 reflects substantial year-on-year growth, reinforcing the sector’s critical role in the national economy. Gold exports remained the leading foreign exchange earner, contributing $11.20 billion cumulatively by August 2025. This represents a notable increase from previous periods, supported by favourable international prices and steady

Washington d.c.: Mrs Samira Bawumia, Ghana’s former Second Lady, has been re-appointed as a Global Champion of the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) for her tireless efforts in promoting clean cooking, women’s empowerment, and climate justice. This appointment was announced by CCA’s CEO, Dymphna van der Lans, during the organization’s Leadership Series in Washington D.C, U.S.A. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Bawumia has been a vocal advocate for clean cooking solutions, emphasizing their importance in addressing health, gender equality, and climate issues. Through initiatives like the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP) and the Africa Women and Children Conference (AFRIWOCC),

Accra: Mr. Emmanuel Frimpong, Founding President of the Africa Tourism Research Network (ATRN), has highlighted an opportunity for Ghana to strategically position itself in the global tourism sector amidst Europe’s current struggles with tourism fatigue. He emphasized that Ghana could establish itself as a sustainable and culturally rich destination, attracting visitors from around the world. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Frimpong explained that Europe is currently experiencing signs of ‘tourism fatigue’, with tourism contributing to overcrowding, environmental damage, rising living costs, and cultural erosion. He noted that many European residents are responding with protests, tourist taxes, and stricter regulations

Keta: Mr. Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey, the Member of Parliament for Keta Constituency, has made a significant contribution to the agricultural sector by providing 150 bags of fertilizers to farmers in Anlo-Afiadenyigba. This initiative is intended to enhance farming activities and improve agricultural productivity in the region. According to Ghana News Agency, the donation, valued at GH?60,000, marks a strategic effort to bolster food production and improve the livelihoods of farmers in the Keta municipality. Mr. Gakpey emphasized that the primary objective of this program is to increase crop yields and contribute to food security and economic well-being in the area.

Tarkwa nsuaem: The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) Task Force has intensified its efforts to combat illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, along the Bonsa River in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region. The recent operation was a collaborative effort involving the Western Regional Security Council and the Blue Water Guards, aimed at eliminating illegal mining practices that threaten the region’s forests and water bodies. According to Ghana News Agency, the Task Force’s operation resulted in the destruction of several makeshift structures at various sites, along with the seizure of mining equipment and other items abandoned