2 d. ago Ablekuma North violence: Ghana’s democracy on a knife’s edge – Prof Kwesi Aning warns

Security analyst, Professor Kwesi Aning, has issued a warning in response to the violence that rocked the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun, stating that Ghana’s democracy is “on a knife’s edge”.

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3 d. ago Youth must prioritise cultural values over materialism within tourism industry – GTDC

The CEO of the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC), Prof Kobby Mensah, has expressed concern over the growing trend among Ghanaian youth who prioritize the material aspects of tourism over their own cultural heritage.

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4 d. ago Prof. Peter Quartey cautions Ghanaian youth against calls for military rule

No matter how weak our democracy is, let us embrace it and make it better. It is dangerous to wish to live under military rule. The above is the counsel Professor Peter Quartey, Director of the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) at the University of Ghana, has given Ghanaian youth, urging them to reject calls for military rule, despite growing frustrations with democratic governance.

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5 d. ago Sky Train scandal: Accused former GIIF officials face court July 23

The Accra High Court has fixed July 23 as the start date for the trial of former Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) board chairman, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw Akumfi, and ex-Chief Executive Officer Solomon Asamoah, over the failed $2 million Accra Sky Train project.

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6 d. ago Prof. Gyampo condemns character assassination, urges national dialogue on Fake News

Political Science lecturer and CEO of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has decried the rising tide of character assassination in Ghana’s public discourse, warning that the trend discourages competent citizens from offering themselves for national service. In a statement Tuesday, Prof. Gyampo, known for his outspoken views on governance and civic responsibility, said he remains unshaken by recent defamatory attacks on his character but expressed deep concern for the country’s future if such toxic narratives continue unchecked.

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1 week ago Dr. Sharon Karbo: A Ghanaian physician leading the charge against cancer and chronic disease

At the crossroads of public health innovation and compassionate care stands Dr. Sharon Karbo, a physician, researcher, and health strategist whose work is quietly reshaping health systems in Ghana and gaining global attention.

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1 week ago Africa’s Mpox Crisis intensifies as WHO renews Global Public Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has renewed its declaration that Mpox (formerly monkeypox) remains a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus made the announcement following a recent round of deliberations by the International Health Regulations (IHR) Emergency Committee. A task force comprising leading global health experts reviewed the situation and advised that the emergency status must continue.

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2 w. ago Agyinasare urges Mahama’s government to support private universities at 9th Perez University College congregation

Speaking at the same event, the Director-General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Prof. Ahmed Jinapor Abdullai, said it was very refreshing for Perez University College to have its 9th graduation ceremony, adding: “This attests to how far the university has come and the impact it continues to have on widening access to tertiary educational delivery in Ghana and beyond.”

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2 w. ago Asunafo North MP urges government to establish more rehabilitation centres

Ghana, on the 26th of June 2025, joined the global community in commemorating the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, designated by the United Nations General Assembly. The purpose of the day is to strengthen global cooperation in combating drug-related problems and to promote public health and preventative measures instead of punitive measures. […]

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2 w. ago Ghana’s women MPs pay courtesy call to Vice President Prof. Opoku

In a gesture of solidarity, the Women Caucus of Parliament paid a courtesy call on Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang at Jubilee House on Friday, offering support and encouragement following her return from an extended medical leave. The delegation, comprising female MPs from both the majority and minority sides, gathered at the Vice President’s […]

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2 w. ago Over 70% of Ghana’s export earnings still from primary commodities since independence – Prof Bokpin

Since Independence, Ghana’s export earnings still remains driven by primary commodities after several failed interventions, this is according to economist, Professor Godfred Bokpin. He argued that the situation leads to weak economic fundamentals as the country misses out on the benefits of value addition and secondary exports. Prof. Bokpin spoke on the Joy Business Economic […]

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2 w. ago Ghana’s economic resilience undermined by decades of commodity dependence – Prof Bokpin

Economist and professor of finance, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has raised critical concerns over the structural state of Ghana’s economy, arguing that the country’s continued dependence on primary commodities since independence undermines its economic resilience.

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2 w. ago Ghana’s economic resilience undermined by decades of primary commodity dependence – Prof Bokpin

Economist and professor of finance, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has raised critical concerns over the structural state of Ghana’s economy, arguing that the country’s continued dependence on primary commodities since independence undermines its economic resilience.

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3 w. ago UTAG president challenges Chinese Ambassador over galamsey remarks

The National President of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), Prof. Mamudu Akudugu, has questioned the basis on which the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Tong Defa, made his controversial statement regarding the illegal mining (galamsey) menace.

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3 w. ago Your unfair insinuations make me doubt your intentions even more – Prof Gyampo refutes OSP’s account of SML raid contact

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Prof Ransford Gyampo, has issued a strong rebuttal to claims made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding his alleged interference during a raid on Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).

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3 w. ago Prof Gyampo clarifies interaction with Special Prosecutor over raid on SMS offices

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Prof Ransford Gyampo, has issued a strong rebuttal to claims made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding his alleged interference during a raid on Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).

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3 w. ago Prof Gyampo clarifies interaction with Special Prosecutor over raid on SML offices

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Prof Ransford Gyampo, has issued a strong rebuttal to claims made by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding his alleged interference during a raid on Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).

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3 w. ago OSP rebuts Gyampo’s ‘vendetta’ allegation over investigation into Ofori

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has dismissed claims by the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Prof Ransford Gyampo, suggesting that the ongoing investigation into former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, is driven by personal animosity.

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3 w. ago I am not happy with how Mahama is dealing with galamsey – Prof Bokpin

Renowned economist and finance professor at the University of Ghana, Prof. Godfred A. Bokpin, has expressed disappointment over President John Mahama’s approach to tackling illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

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3 w. ago The biggest threat to Ghana’s economic survival is irresponsible mining – Prof. Bokpin

Renowned economist and Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, Godfred Bokpin, has raised alarm over the devastating impact of irresponsible mining on the country’s economic future.

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