John Dramani Mahama

Agricultural production and food security challenges

6 clusters · 25 sources · last updated about 7 hours ago

Latest: Ghana seeks agricultural investment and value addition

Agricultural sectors in Ghana and Bangladesh face significant threats to food security due to rising input costs and supply chain vulnerabilities. In Bangladesh, a disconnect persists between official reports of sufficie

Ghanaian football restructuring and development

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Ghana football faces criticism over coaching and tactical development

Following poor performances by the Black Stars in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Ghanaian football has entered a period of restructuring. The departure of Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz led to the formation

Ghanaian political calls for narcotics investigation

12 clusters · 31 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Ghana Narcotics Control Commission urges media to investigate trafficking networks

Following the seizure of 3.9 tonnes of cocaine valued at approximately €225 million in Dunkirk, France, Ghanaian authorities and civil society have intensified scrutiny of port security protocols. The narcotics were foun

NPP leadership elections and 2028 election preparations

10 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: New NPP executives face rebuilding tasks following 2024 defeat

Following the NPP National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on October 3, 2026, the party has established a new cohort of national officers to steer its path toward the 2028 general elections. John Boadu was elected Nation

Ghana National Sports Authority visa fraud investigation

6 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kwaku Duah granted bail over alleged 2026 World Cup visa fraud

The investigation into alleged visa facilitation irregularities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has intensified. Claims suggest approximately US$623,000 was collected from individuals seeking assistance, with some paying bet

National Democratic Congress leadership contests

9 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: NDC completes nationwide constituency executive elections

Internal political activity within Ghana’s National Democratic Congress (NDC) has intensified regarding upcoming leadership contests. A Global InfoAnalytics survey from mid-September 2026 showed Finance Minister Dr. Cass

Ghana illegal mining enforcement and reform debate

9 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghana Gold Board CEO faces calls for resignation over mining remarks

Efforts to combat illegal mining, known as galamsey, in Ghana have faced scrutiny following a fatal military helicopter crash in August 2025. While the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has defended its performance

Ghana infrastructure development initiatives

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghana government announces infrastructure projects in Ashanti Region

The Ghanaian government has launched several infrastructure projects across different regions to improve connectivity and economic activity. In Accra, efforts are focused on road rehabilitation ahead of the nation’s 70th

South Africa xenophobic violence and mass migrations

220 clusters · 497 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghanaian officials dispute South Africa evacuation payment claims

The anti-immigrant wave in South Africa has intensified, driven by nativist groups like ‘March and March’ that set a September 30, 2026, deadline for illegal migrants to depart. This follows a June 30 deadline that trigg

Ghana aviation infrastructure and airline development

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghana President Mahama discusses reviving Ghana Airways with UK lawmakers

President John Dramani Mahama has initiated plans to expand Ghana’s aviation infrastructure and revive national air travel capabilities. To support underserved regions, the President announced a government project to co

Ghana illegal mining and water pollution crisis

19 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghana President Mahama announces land reclamation plan for illegal mining damage

Illegal mining, known locally as ‘galamsey’, continues to drive environmental and social instability in Ghana. Scientific assessments indicate approximately 60% of the nation’s water bodies are polluted, threatening publ

President Mahama expands Big Push and New Economy plans

5 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: President Mahama calls for African resource sovereignty and economic integration

President John Dramani Mahama has expanded the scope of his national development strategies, transitioning from regional inspections to large-scale economic announcements. Following his ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Ahaf

Nchiraa Yam Festival shooting incident

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Nchiraa family appeals for investigation into boy's death

On October 3, 2026, gunfire erupted during a chieftaincy escort procession at the conclusion of the annual Yam festival in Nchiraa, located in Ghana’s Bono Region. The violence resulted in two deaths and left approximate

Cocoa production and industry reforms in West Africa

24 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Côte d’Ivoire faces land use conflicts between cocoa and gold mining

Cocoa producers in West Africa face mounting economic, environmental, and structural challenges. In Côte d’Ivoire, tensions have escalated into an indefinite strike declared by the National Agricultural Union for Progres

Presidential pardons in Ghana

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Wa Central Prison inmates released under President Mahama’s 2026 amnesty

To commemorate Ghana’s 70th Independence Anniversary, President John Dramani Mahama granted a presidential pardon to 863 convicted persons under Article 72(1) of the 1992 Constitution. The group of beneficiaries included

World Assemblies of God Congress in Accra

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ghana hosts 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Congress

Accra, Ghana, hosted the 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Fellowship Congress from October 14 to 16, 2026. This event marked the first time in the organization’s 115-year history that the global congress was held o

Ghana Premier League 2026/27 season progresses

28 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Hearts of Oak move to top of Ghana Premier League

The 2026/27 Ghana Premier League (GPL) season has officially commenced, beginning with a 3-0 opening-day victory for Vision FC over Young Apostles FC. As the league enters its second matchday, several clubs are seeking m

Ghana New Economy Programme implementation

10 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Ghanaian leaders and forums address youth engagement and economic policy

Ghanaian Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has initiated consultations with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry to prepare for the government’s ‘New Economy’ transformational programme. Announced by Pr

Ghana housing finance and affordability initiatives

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Ghana Minister proposes National Housing Levy to address deficit

In late September 2026, preparations were announced for a national conference on housing finance in Accra, Ghana. Organized by the National Homeownership Fund, the event aimed to address sector challenges such as rising

Ghana Economic Policy and the Accra Reset Program

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: African leaders and investors convene for summits in London and Nairobi

The 13th Financial Times Africa Summit in London convened political leaders, policymakers, and business executives to address economic development and capital mobilization. Participants, including Dangote Group President

Ghana economic transition and New Economy Programme

4 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ghana 24-hour economy policy faces calls for budgetary support

Ghana is transitioning from economic stabilization toward a phase of sustained growth through its “New Economy” agenda. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has emphasized that while the nation has managed debt and in

Ghana healthcare infrastructure and resource challenges

12 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Ghana's Savannah Region launches HPV vaccination catch-up drive

Ghana is significantly expanding its healthcare reach through the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme, which is now operational in 135 districts. To support this community-focused shift, Health Minister Kwabena Mint

Ghana gold reforms face financial scrutiny and political row

74 clusters · 106 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Ghana Gold Board reports record ASM gold exports and value-addition reforms

Ghana continues to implement mining and cocoa sector reforms, including the revision of the 2006 Minerals and Mining Act and the launch of the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Programme (GANRAP). While the

Ghana reviews revised US health financing proposal

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Ghana reviews revised US health financing proposal

Following the rejection of a $109 million US health financing compact by Ghana’s Cabinet, the United States has requested to reopen negotiations. The proposed agreement, part of the ‘America First Global Health Strategy’

Ghanaian constitutional reform proposals and implementation

8 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ghana begins constitutional reform implementation process

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has expanded its push for constitutional reforms in Ghana, specifically targeting resource management and anti-corruption measures. The IEA has rejected the government’s stance on

Ghana pursues BRICS partnership and diplomatic expansion

4 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ghana expands foreign policy with new envoys and BRICS outreach

Ghana has initiated a strategic move to engage with the BRICS bloc to diversify its international commercial and financial relations and reduce reliance on traditional Western partners. Following Cabinet approval, the Gh

Ghana climate resilience and infrastructure development

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ghana secures €323m to resolve water crisis in northern regions

Ghana is addressing significant climate and infrastructure challenges through large-scale financing and development projects. In September 2026, Ghana’s Environmental Protection Authority estimated that the country woul

Ghana digital skills training initiatives

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Ghana expands One Million Coders Programme with new ICT centre

Ghanaian digital literacy efforts have expanded through diverse programs targeting different demographics. Under the African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI), a partnership between the Government of Ghana and the Intern

Ghana small-scale mining formalization initiative

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Ghana mining sector faces formalization push amid permit disputes

The Government of Ghana has introduced the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) to formalize small-scale mining operations, particularly in the Western Region. The initiative aims to

Ghana food security and procurement reforms

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Ghana food insecurity: 65% of population cannot afford healthy diets

Ghanaian officials and nutrition experts are addressing systemic food security and procurement challenges. To support domestic producers, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson has proposed amending public procurem