More than 16 million people in Northern Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Togo face rising threats from climate change, conflict and economic insecurity. At the SOCO Regional Conference in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana’s Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, highlighted how the US $150 million SOCO Project is helping vulnerable border communities […] The post SOCO

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has withdrawn charges against two persons who were standing trial together with former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and others in an alleged extortion case. The development was communicated to the High Court in Accra on Tuesday, by Principal Prosecutor, Adelaide Kobiri-Woode, […] The post OSP

The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has dismissed another application filed by former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware Mensah, seeking a stay of proceedings in her ongoing criminal trial. This is the second time the court has refused […] The post Court

Government has signed a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) with the European Union (EU), marking the first such agreement between Ghana and the bloc aimed at strengthening cooperation on security and stability. The partnership establishes a structured framework to enhance collaboration in addressing emerging threats, including terrorism, maritime insecurity, cyber threats and the spillover […] The post Ghana,

Residents of Agyawiam in the Tain District of the Bono Region are literally risking their lives in a desperate search for a mobile network, as they climb trees and trek to hilltops just to make emergency calls. A visit by The Chronicle to the community uncovered a disturbing reality of total telecommunications blackout, where residents are trekking […] The post Telcos abandon

Brent crude and US oil prices tumbled after Iran signalled safe passage for certain ships and Donald Trump claimed negotiations to end the conflict were progressing.

The Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, has disclosed that the contractor responsible for the Pwalugu Dam project, Messers Power Construction Corporation of China has abandoned the site after receiving payment of 11.9 million dollars for no work done. Appearing before the Assurance Committee of Parliament on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, John Jinapor noted that […]

In Cameroon, the Trump administration found a partner it could pressure into accepting covertly deported migrants.

Ghana’s cocoa marketing architecture is one of the most frequently discussed, yet widely misunderstood, institutional systems in global commodity trade. In media commentary, parliamentary debate, and industry conference panels alike, the mechanics of how Ghanaian cocoa moves from farm gate to international buyer are routinely reduced to oversimplified narratives. The purpose of this piece is […] The post Beyond

Some of the 32 bodies, including 25 children, are believed to have come from local hospitals and mortuaries.

The Asokwa Interchange has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a typically congested transport hub into a vibrant open-air gallery, as part of the Ashantifest 2026 celebrations. This change has been driven largely by visual arts students from Senior High Schools across Kumasi, who used their creativity to produce striking murals that celebrate Ghanaian culture, […] The post Asokwa

Challenging Heights has rescued 22 children from forced labour and trafficking in Ghana, bringing its 20-year rescue total to 2,888 victims.

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has delivered the keynote address at the official launch of the 3i Africa Summit 2026 , on Tuesday, 24 March 2026, at the Bank Square. The event was under the theme “Shaping Africa’s Integrated FinTech Future.” In his address, the Governor underscored a defining […]

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA), Obuasi Mine has commissioned Water Supply Systems for three Communities in Obuasi, in addressing accessibility to safe and reliable portable water. The communities are Sampsonkrom, Ewiase and New Nsuta-Emuye, each of which was provided with seven stand pipes. The commissioning of the projects, estimated to cost GHC4,891,839 was performed at Sampsonkrom to […] The post AGA

The recent United Nations program on reparatory justice, led by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, has sparked a crucial global movement to confront the deep and lasting scars left by the transatlantic slave trade and colonial exploitation. This landmark event united world leaders, diplomats, and advocates in condemning the […]

Visual Arts students from selected Senior High Schools (SHS) in Ashanti Region have engaged in a Street Arts festival by decorating the Asokwa Interchange with murals and designs as part of activities marking Ashanti Festival 2026. This has given Kumasi a real facelift The project has already turned the Asokwa Interchange into a colourful landmark […] The post SHS Visual Arts students beautify Kumasi

The World Bank has committed nearly $75 million to rehabilitate 25,000 hectares of cocoa farms in Ghana as part of efforts to boost productivity and farmer incomes.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday received 708 Nigerians who had been stranded in Niamey, Niger Republic, in a government-led evacuation operation. Dr. Nura Abdullahi, Head of Operations at NEMA’s Kano office, told journalists at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport that the returnees arrived around 4:08 pm in 12 buses and were immediately […] The post 708 Nigerians

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has convened a meeting with leaders of political parties at its headquarters in Abuja to unveil and deliberate on new electoral guidelines ahead of the 2027 general elections. In attendance at the meeting are chairmen and secretaries of political parties, as well as their representatives. Among them are Senator […] The post INEC

Founder of the UT Group, Captain (Rtd) Prince Kofi Amoabeng, has raised alarm over the rising cost of politics in Ghana, warning that it is fuelling corruption and undermining good governance. According to him, the country’s political system has become excessively expensive, forcing candidates and political actors to invest huge sums of money in their […]