Author: SAMUEL
President John Mahama is set to table a landmark United Nations resolution on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, formally declaring the Transatlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime against humanity, a move Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes as a defining moment in the global push for reparatory justice. The draft resolution, titled Declaration of the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans and Racialised Chattel Enslavement of Africans as the Gravest Crime Against Humanity, is scheduled for consideration and adoption by the UN General Assembly on a date that coincides with the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the…
A woman has stirred up a storm on social media after revealing the financial standard she expects from a potential partner, and it’s safe to say the numbers have people talking. In a no-holds-barred statement, she declared that she cannot date a man who has only 200K cedis in his bank account. Her reason? Her daily expenses alone run up to 25K. “If he has 200k in his account, which money will he use to take care of me as his girlfriend?” she questioned, laying out her logic for the world to see. For her, it’s simple arithmetic: 200k divided…
A cocoa farmer in Manso Nkwanta has issued a fiery warning to former President John Dramani Mahama over the delayed payment of cocoa farmers’ funds, threatening spiritual action if their money is not released by the end of March. The angry farmer, who did not hide his frustration, was seen in a viral video pouring schnapps while invoking the gods of the land to back his warning. According to him, failure by Mahama to ensure payment before the March deadline would force them to call on the Nananom Abosom (ancestral gods) to curse him. “If by the end of March,…
This visit constitutes a key component of his administration’s broader strategy to ensure efficient execution of critical infrastructure while maintaining direct engagement with citizens. During the inspection, the President met with traditional authorities, including chiefs, queen mothers, and community leaders, as well as residents of the area, to assess progress on the project and gather firsthand feedback on its impact. He expressed appreciation for the warm reception and reiterated his government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. Highlighting the state of the economy, the President stated that Ghana is witnessing signs of stabilisation, with inflation declining significantly and the…
EU leaders converge on Brussels Thursday hoping to unlock a massive loan for Kyiv, with the much-needed funding ensnared in a standoff between Hungary’s Viktor Orban and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky. Moscow’s closest partner in the bloc, the nationalist Hungarian leader has long resisted helping Kyiv to repel Russia’s invasion, stalling EU aid and repeated rounds of sanctions. This time around, Orban is holding up a 90-billion-euro ($104 billion) loan as leverage in a feud over damage to a pipeline running through Ukraine — which has choked the flow of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. As the Hungarian prime minister…
The World Bank Group has committed to investing over $3 billion in Ghana’s economy to enhance economic growth, with a focus on agriculture, energy, education, and private sector development. “We are working with the government and with your private sector to look at how we can support them in investment and in lending,” Mr. Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director of the World Bank Group, said on Wednesday. Speaking in Parliament during an engagement with Mr. Bernard Ahiafor, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Mr. Donohoe emphasised the Bank’s commitment to building a long-term, sustainable relationship with Ghana, citing plans to publish…
A judge in the US has ruled that the effective closure of the Voice of America (VOA) last year was “illegal” and that hundreds of its journalists should be reinstated. District Court Judge Royce Lamberth has given authorities one week to restore the international broadcaster’s service. The VOA was set up during World War Two to counter Nazi propaganda. Just weeks after returning to office as president, Donald Trump issued an executive order to close the broadcaster, which his officials accused of left-wing bias. Trump also ordered outlets such as Radio Free Europe and Radio Free Asia to be “eliminated…
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has assured that Ghana will be able to avoid excessive volatility of the cedi despite rising global uncertainties linked to the Middle East crisis. According to him, although escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pose risks to global commodity prices and financial markets, the central bank is confident in its ability to manage potential shocks. “We will be able to avoid excessive volatility of the cedi regardless of external shocks,” he stated. The Governor explained that recent improvements in Ghana’s macroeconomic fundamentals have strengthened the country’s resilience against…
Berekum West as part of his ongoing “Resetting Ghana Tour.” During the visit, he engaged with local chiefs, community leaders, and residents to gather feedback on the progress of infrastructure projects and the impact on local communities. The President emphasised the importance of quality road networks for boosting trade, improving mobility, and supporting economic development across the region. He also highlighted ongoing efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability, noting that such initiatives are crucial for sustaining growth and enhancing the livelihoods of Ghanaians nationwide. This inspection forms part of President Mahama’s broader strategy to ensure that key development projects are executed…
The Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf John, has been recognised for his leadership and commitment to development with the prestigious Adaptability and Social Infrastructure Advocate Award from the World Diplomatic Federation. The award was presented at the Minister’s office ahead of the main ceremony scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel. Receiving the honour, Hon. Ali Adolf John expressed gratitude to the organisers, describing the recognition as both an honour and a renewed call to duty. He noted that the award reflects the collective efforts of his team, development partners, and the people of the Northern…