Author: Krobea

The government will soon be filing a motion in Parliament for the creation of an Artificial Intelligence Authority as part of the national strategy to maximize the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in almost every sphere of national life. A proposal of a National AI Fund with a seed money of GH¢5 billion has also been made in order to see the strategy succeed within the next decade. This came to light on Friday, April 24 at the launch of the National AI Strategy under the auspices of the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation. Addressing the audience, the…

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has announced that the government has fully settled all outstanding arrears owed to contractors working on major road projects nationwide. He explained that contractors who had submitted and certified work under both ongoing and newly introduced “Big Push” infrastructure projects have been completely paid, with no arrears left outstanding. Mr Agbodza made the disclosure on Thursday, April 23, during an inspection of works on the Kasoa–Winneba Highway, where he accompanied President John Mahama to assess progress, construction quality, and delivery timelines. “As of today [Thursday, April 23], every contractor who has…

A fire incident reported on Thursday has hit the Akosombo Substation, causing a disruption in operations and power generation. “As a result, power supply has been affected in some parts of the country,” Ghana Grid Company said in a statement on Thursday, April 23. Emergency response teams have been deployed to site as they work around the clock to bring the situation under control. “A full evaluation is currently underway to determine the extent of the impact and to enable technical teams to commence processes to restore normal operations as swiftly as possible,” GRIDCo said. It assured that every effort…

Portuguese Carlos Queiroz has been unveiled as the Head Coach of the Black Stars. At a ceremony held at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, Carlos Queiroz was introduced to the press, who were also given the opportunity to ask him questions. In his preliminary speech, the former Real Madrid coach thanked the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the government for the confidence reposed in him to be part of the Black Stars. He confessed that the warm reception received at the airport on Wednesday, April 22 when he arrived tells of the soul of the team he is about to…

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) warns that Ghana could lose up to $2 Billion if the current trend of persistent power outages continues unchecked. These disruptions are already affecting households, businesses, critical services, and overall economic productivity, posing a significant threat to national development and investor confidence. Recent outages have begun to take a measurable toll on key sectors of the economy, including manufacturing, services, healthcare, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Frequent power interruptions increase operational costs, reduce productivity, damage equipment, and force businesses to rely on expensive backup generation, ultimately weakening Ghana’s economic competitiveness. “Electricity is the…

Chairman of Parliament’s Energy Committee Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah has commended the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for what he described as its transparency and constructive engagement during a monitoring visit in Accra. He noted that such cooperation between regulators and Parliament strengthens oversight and ensures that institutions remain responsive to national priorities, particularly in the downstream petroleum sector. The Chief Executive of the NPA, Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, underscored the critical role the downstream petroleum industry plays in everyday life, reaffirming the Authority’s mandate to regulate the sector effectively in the interest of consumers and the state. He stressed the importance of…

ActionAid Ghana has raised concerns over the escalating impact of coastal pollution and climate change on vulnerable communities, calling for an urgent action. The non-governmental organisation is, therefore, leveraging on the Improved Resilience of Coastal Communities (IRCC) Project, funded by the Adaptation Fund, to spotlight the growing crisis unfolding. “From Ada to Anloga, we are witnessing increasingly severe flooding, widespread plastic pollution, and rapid ecosystem degradation,” ActionAid Ghana said in a statement to mark Earth Day 2026 on Wednesday. “These conditions are not only destroying livelihoods but are also placing significant strain on local governance systems and public health infrastructure.”…

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, is taking part in a Ministerial Leadership Programme at Harvard University, a high-level forum that brings together senior government officials from across the world to strengthen public sector delivery and coordination. The programme, organised in partnership with Big Win Philanthropy, focuses on practical approaches to improving the implementation of national priority programmes, with particular emphasis on results, accountability, and cross-government coordination. It features a high-level group of global resource persons and faculty, including former heads of state, senior United Nations officials, former ministers, and experienced public sector leaders who share practical insights on strengthening…

Member of Parliament for Old Tafo Vincent Ekow Assafuah has announced another successful edition of his annual educational support initiative for candidates preparing to sit the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). In a post shared on Wednesday, April 22, the legislator highlighted his continued commitment to improving educational outcomes within his constituency. As part of this year’s intervention, the MP revealed that 10,000 mathematical sets were distributed to students across Old Tafo. The exercise, he noted, is aimed at equipping candidates with the essential tools needed to effectively prepare for and write their examinations, particularly in mathematics, a core subject…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Health has held a crucial meeting with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund to assess its role in addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases in the country. The engagement focused on the financial and social impact of life-threatening conditions on individuals and families, with discussions highlighting the urgent need for sustained support systems to ensure access to treatment and care. Led by Chairman Dr Mark Kurt Nawaane, with Ranking Member Dr Ayew Afriyie, the Committee underscored the importance of the Fund, stressing that its continued existence is critical to saving lives and reducing the burden…