Author: SAMUEL

In a striking blend of tradition and cutting-edge technology, an AI-powered robot presented Ghana’s newly launched National AI Strategy to President John Dramani Mahama during an official event at the Labadi Beach Hotel on Friday. The robot, draped in elegant traditional Ghanaian fabric, carried the official document and handed it over to the President in a symbolic ceremony that captured the nation’s ambition to embrace artificial intelligence while honoring its cultural roots. The moment drew applause from dignitaries, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts gathered for the launch. This milestone marks Ghana’s formal commitment to positioning itself as a leading AI hub…

Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sabah Zita Benson, has revealed that government owes about £5 million in unpaid stipends and tuition to Ghanaian PhD students in the UK. Speaking on PM Express Business Edition on Joy News on Thursday, she said the debt involves students who have already completed their studies but continue to demand payment under the terms of their award letters. “We have people who have completed their course, maybe in 2023, but they claim that the award letter promised to give them stipends, and so the government owes them stipends, when they were supposed to…

The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has launched a comprehensive investigation into a fire outbreak at its Akosombo Substation in the Eastern Region, which disrupted electricity supply to several parts of the country. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, April 23, affected critical components of the substation, raising concerns about the stability of power transmission across affected areas. The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, although preliminary assessments are currently underway to establish its origin and the extent of the damage. In a statement, GRIDCo acknowledged the impact of the outage on households, businesses and essential services, noting that…

President John Dramani Mahama has stated his government’s commitment to fostering a favourable investment climate, describing the private sector as the indispensable engine of Ghana’s economic transformation. Speaking during a courtesy call by a delegation of business leaders and CEOs, President Mahama said his administration values the contributions of business leaders and is dedicated to creating more opportunities for job creation and shared prosperity. The delegation, comprising over 130 Chief Executives and business owners led by Ernest De-Graft Egyir, Founder and CEO of the Ghana CEOs Network, was at the Presidency to formally invite the President as the Guest of…

Ghana has summoned South Africa’s Acting High Commissioner, Thando Dalamba, over recent xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals, including Ghanaians, in a move signalling rising diplomatic tension. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, expressed strong dissatisfaction during a meeting on Thursday, April 23, condemning the incidents as unacceptable. According to the Minister, viral videos circulating online show acts of intimidation and harassment, including a disturbing case in KwaZulu-Natal where a Ghanaian resident was reportedly confronted, asked to prove his legal status, and ordered to leave the country. Ablakwa warned that such actions threaten the dignity and safety of law-abiding…

Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring the passage of the anti-LGBTQI bill, stating that he has been given a renewed mandate by his constituents to see it through. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement by Parliament’s Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee for clause-by-clause consideration of the bill, Mr George said his return to Parliament was driven by what he described as “unfinished business”. “The chiefs and people have returned me to the 9th Parliament because they believed I had unfinished business from the 8th Parliament, which was the passage of this bill. And…

Ghana national team goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has married his longtime partner, Perihan Zigi (also known as Perihan Kirli), in an intimate private wedding held in Kuşadası, Turkey. The ceremony took place by the waterfront, featuring a simple yet elegant setup with floral arrangements and a serene seaside backdrop. The couple exchanged vows in a low-key event attended by close family members and a small group of invited guests. Ati-Zigi, 29, currently plays for Swiss Super League side FC St. Gallen and has been a key figure for the Black Stars, known for his shot-stopping abilities and contributions during international matches.…

Ashaiman fierce fire broke out on Thursday morning, April 23, 2026, destroying several shops around the popular 18 Junction area of Ashaiman Market. Eyewitness videos circulating on social media show thick smoke and flames consuming wooden structures as traders watched helplessly. Fire service personnel rushed to the scene and worked hard to control the blaze, but not before significant property damage occurred. Many traders have lost goods, equipment, and livelihoods built over years of hard work. No casualties have been reported so far, but the emotional and financial toll on affected families is heavy. This incident adds to a worrying…

Spokesperson Shamima Muslim has hit back at young Ghanaians who actively campaigned for President John Dramani Mahama but are now criticising him online for failing to create jobs at the grassroots level. Speaking at the Heroes of Distinction Conference and Awards, Muslim pointed out the irony in the situation. “Many of you see young people on social media every day bashing President Mahama for not giving employment to the grassroots, yet they are the same people who did the door-to-door campaign for him to come to power,” she said. Her comments come amid ongoing debates about youth unemployment and the…

A South African man filmed himself during a night-time operation in an informal settlement, where he can be heard saying that “foreigners are taking our jobs” and calling for them to have their “sleep disturbed” as part of ongoing door-to-door checks targeting undocumented migrants. In the footage, recorded on a mobile phone, the man appears to document the activity as groups move through the area during late-night hours. The video has since circulated widely on social media, drawing attention to the language used and the setting in which it was capturedThe clip has been associated with community-led immigration enforcement efforts…