12+ hour, 23+ min ago (147+ words) The Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has commissioned a new health facility in Ateitu-Winneba in the Central The Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has commissioned a new health facility in Ateitu-Winneba in the Central Region to bring essential medical care closer to the community. The newly inaugurated Dr. Apetorgbor Dzodzegbe Health Centre is expected to significantly improve access to healthcare for residents, many of whom previously had to travel long distances for medical attention. Speaking at the ceremony, Afenyo-Markin said the project forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare delivery across the Effutu constituency. "Accessible healthcare is essential for any community. This new health centre brings essential medical services right to our doorsteps. No longer will a family have to worry about travelling to another community for healthcare support,…...

17+ hour, 34+ min ago (646+ words) Devtraco Plus has once again solidified its position as a trailblazer in Ghana's real estate and hospitality landscape, earning the prestigious Indigenous Tourism Investment (Hospitality) Developer of the Year award at the 2025 National Tourism Awards. The recognition was bestowed in honour of The Pelican Hotel, Ghana's pioneering hotel investment model and a testament to Devtraco Plus' bold leadership in shaping the future of tourism and hospitality development. Held on Friday, 14th November 2025, at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre under the theme Celebrating Ghanaian Ingenuity and Excellence in Tourism: The Black Star Experience, the National Tourism Awards celebrated outstanding individuals and organisations whose contributions continue to elevate Ghana's tourism and hospitality sector. The Pelican Hotel represents a significant milestone in Ghana's investment landscape. As the country's first hotel investment development, it introduced a new frontier of accessible, profitable…...

19+ hour, 59+ min ago (295+ words) Strategic Communications Africa Ltd (Stratcomm Africa) has been awarded the Best in Environmental and Climate Change Communications at the Excellence Awards 2023/2024 of the Institute of Public Relations, Ghana (IPR Ghana). The award was presented during the Institute's National Summit and Annual General Meeting, held in Takoradi from 13th to 15th November 2025 under the theme "Reimagining Public Relations in a Contemporary World. Stratcomm Africa's winning submission for the award drew on its flagship initiative, the Ghana Garden and Flower Movement (GGFM), as well as its signature event, the Ghana Garden and Flower Show (GGFS). GGFS 2024, with the theme "GREENOVATION: Green the Nation, Feed the Nation, Grow the Nation, emphasised environmental innovation as a driver of food security, youth empowerment, and economic development. Over eight days at the Efua Sutherland Children's Park, Stratcomm Africa brought together over 100 exhibitors and more than 30,000 participants, achieving a…...

11+ hour, 31+ min ago (230+ words) The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has acknowledged the significant role played by Citi FM and Channel One TV in prompting renewed government attention to the Pokuase'Nsawam road project. His remarks follow months of media advocacy on the Citi Breakfast Show and extensive reports by Citi FM and Channel One TV, which spotlighted the daily struggles of residents and commuters who rely on the deteriorating stretch. The platforms amplified the voices of affected community members, bringing national attention to the long-standing challenges and delays surrounding the project. Speaking on Channel One TV's The Point of View with Bernard Avle on Monday, November 24, Mr. Agbodza commended the two stations for their consistency and public-interest journalism, noting that their advocacy contributed to the government's response. He also confirmed that contractors have returned to the site and that work is…...

15+ hour, 31+ min ago (198+ words) The Ministry of Food and Agriculture has installed 20 automated weather stations across Ghana to strengthen the country's agricultural meteorology and improve farming planning. Minister Eric Opoku made the announcement on Monday, November 24, during the Government Accountability Series. He explained that the stations, managed under the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet), operate 24/7 and automatically collect data, eliminating the need for manual readings. The move aims to enhance the accuracy and consistency of weather forecasts and agricultural planning. "The ministry has made significant strides in transforming Ghana's agro-metrological landscape. We have installed 20 automated weather stations across the country. Under the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet), these stations, unlike the manual ones, will collect data automatically in a 24/7-hour system. He added, "Out of the 20 automated weather stations, 11 are located in SHSs where columnated clubs have been formed. The automated weather stations allow us to…...

1+ hour, 51+ min ago (271+ words) The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Prestea Huni-Valley Constituency has congratulated the newly constituted Board of Sankofa Gold Company Limited, describing the move as a significant step toward strengthening Ghana's mining governance and ensuring that the nation's mineral wealth benefits ordinary citizens. In a statement, the constituency expressed particular pride in the appointment of Hon. Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore as Board Chairman. The NDC lauded him as a dedicated public servant whose leadership and extensive experience in governance have earned respect across the country. According to the constituency, Hon. Ashie Moore's "political maturity, integrity, and unwavering commitment to national development" make him well positioned to steer Sankofa Gold Company toward greater transparency, operational efficiency, and strategic growth. The party also congratulated the other members of the newly appointed Board, Kwame Ntow Amoah, Hajia Amina Adam, and Alhaji Ishaq Dauda…...

19+ hour, 52+ min ago (312+ words) Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), has been named a Top Influential Business Leader of the Decade at the 2025 Ghana Corporate Executives Awards. The event'organised by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana'was held at the M'venpick Ambassador Hotel on Saturday, 22nd November 2025. A Decade of Institutional Transformation A key milestone in his career was his leadership of Union Savings and Loans, where the shareholders and board entrusted him with transforming the organisation into a universal bank. Between 2013 and 2015, he moved the institution from the bottom of the industry to number one in total assets and profitability'an exceptional turnaround achieved in less than three years. Following this, he worked closely with the Bank of Ghana to secure a universal banking licence, establishing OmniBank as its founding Chief Executive Officer. He later played a pivotal role in the merger…...

11+ hour, 43+ min ago (300+ words) Kwame Governs Agbodza, Roads and Highways Minister The Kasoa-Winneba stretch of the coastal highway is expected to be completed by June 2026, the Roads and Highways Minister, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has confirmed. Speaking on the progress of ongoing road projects on Channel One TV's The Point of View on Monday November 24, Agbodza said, "The contractor says that by June next year it will all be done." He added "For the Winneba to Mankessim section, the contract allows for two years, but I am confident it will be completed before 2027." He noted that once these projects are finished, the route from Kasoa to Takoradi will be fully dualised, enhancing connectivity between the Greater Accra and Central Regions. The Kasoa-Winneba-Mankessim project involves three separate contractors, while the Cape Coast to Takoradi section is handled by another. Mr Agbodza who is also the Member…...

5+ hour, 15+ min ago (474+ words) Anti-corruption campaigner Vitus Azeem has raised serious concerns about the ongoing nationwide recruitment exercise for the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Immigration Service, and the Ghana Armed Forces. He warned that the process risks being undermined by high application fees and entrenched protocol allocations. The Ministry of the Interior opened the portal for applications from November 15 to December 15, describing the online exercise as part of efforts to strengthen Ghana's internal security architecture and enhance public safety. According to the ministry, the initiative aims to attract disciplined, qualified, and patriotic citizens into the various agencies. Speaking to Citi News on Monday, November 24, 2025, Mr. Azeem questioned both the fairness and transparency of the process'beginning with the GHC 200 application fee, which he described as a burden on unemployed youth. He argued that deploying application forms online should…...

14+ hour, 11+ min ago (148+ words) The 2026 Budget, presented to Parliament by the Minister for Finance on 13 November 2025, is the second budget of the NDC administration under the "Reset Agenda." Themes of fiscal discipline, macroeconomic stability, and job creation dominated the budget, which is anchored on "Resetting for Growth, Jobs, and Economic Transformation." This document presents a review of the budget statement delivered on behalf of the President. The review outlines (i) a snapshot of macroeconomic performance for 2025 and the target for 2026, (ii) the key highlights of the budget, (iii) its strengths and weaknesses, and (iv) our concluding opinions and the implications of the budget. Note: Q1= quarter one, H1= first half of the year, and Proj= projected Here are some key or notable features of the 2026 Fiscal Budget: Based on the notable features of the 2026 Fiscal budget, here are some strengths and weaknesses of the budget:...