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An eleven-member Board of Directors for the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has been officially inaugurated at a brief but significant ceremony at the Ministry of Finance, with a strong call to urgently reverse the fortunes of the ailing cocoa sector. The new board is chaired by Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo and includes key figures such as the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson (MP); Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama; Chief Executive Randy Abbey; Alhaji Alhassan Kobina Ghansah; Vincent Oppong Asamoah; Deputy Minister for Trade, Samson Ahi; Deputy Minister for Agriculture, John Dumelo; Alhaji Alhassan Bukari;…

President John Mahama has announced the revival of the National Sanitation Day programme as a fully enforced, legally backed initiative to tackle Ghana’s sanitation challenges. Speaking during his Thank You Tour in Dodowa on Friday, May 16, President Mahama said the monthly nationwide exercise will no longer be symbolic, but instead become a structured, well-funded operation. “Now that most of our DCEs have been nominated and confirmed, we will begin observing the National Sanitation Day programme every month,” he said. “This time, it will not be a symbolic event. It will be legally backed, properly funded, and operationalised through partnerships…

Developing Women for Mobilization (DWM), formerly known as the 31st December Women’s Movement, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 43rd anniversary on Thursday, May 15. The event commemorates more than four decades of tireless commitment to the empowerment, advancement, and upliftment of women across Ghana and beyond. What began as a bold vision has grown into a transformative force, shaping the socio-economic and political landscape for women. Over the past four decades, DWM has worked to amplify women’s voices, break down systemic barriers, and advocate for equality and dignity. The organization has been instrumental in championing women’s rights,…

Ghana’s music fraternity is reeling from the devastating news of the passing of veteran Highlife musician, Nana Kwaku Duah, popularly known by his stage name, Dada KD. Though the cause of death has not yet been officially confirmed by family or management, multiple sources and tributes online suggest the loss is real — sending shockwaves across the country and beyond. Dada KD, whose career spanned several decades, was known for his deep, emotional vocals and his unique blend of traditional Highlife rhythms with contemporary themes. His timeless hits, including “Somu Gye”, and “Fatia Fata Nkrumah”, have earned him a special…

Outspoken social commentator and founding president of IMANI-Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has demanded the swift termination of the controversial KelniGVG contract initiated by Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, despite the change in government. Expressing his disappointment at the ongoing engagement and payments to KelniGVG, Cudjoe is adamant that the Mahama government should not wait until 2028 for the contract to end, but should act decisively now. The private firm KelniGVG signed the contentious contract in 2018 with the Akufo-Addo government under Minister for Communication Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, aimed at monitoring revenues from telecommunication companies. IMANI was among the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) that strongly opposed…

Alhaji Seidu Agongo, the Executive Chairman of Alive Industry Group, has given GHS500,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, known as the Mahama Cares initiative. This donation responds to former President John Dramani Mahama’s call for corporate support to address the rising issue of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Ghana. At the event, Agongo, who runs a dialysis center, highlighted the initiative’s importance for everyday Ghanaians. He pointed out that each dialysis session costs about GHS700, and many patients need three sessions a week, making it unaffordable for those struggling to meet basic needs. He felt compelled to contribute to the…

Founding president of policy think tank IMANI-Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has expressed his disappointment at the continuous engagement and payments of payments of funds to KelniGVG, despite the change in government. The outspoken social commentator, wants the Mahama government to immediately terminate the contract instead of waiting for it to end in 2028. KelniGVG, a private firm signed the controversial contract with the then Akufo-Addo government in 2018 under Minister for Communication Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, to monitor revenues from the telecommunication companies. IMANII was one of the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) that kicked against the contractual agreement, saying the whole implementation and…

By Philip Antoh The Health Minister, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, thanked Telecel Ghana and other companies for their generous donations to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, known as MAHAMACARES. These contributions were made during a short ceremony aimed at supporting the fund’s sustainability and coinciding with the launch of the Maha Markets initiative. He expressed that such support is vital for improving healthcare in the country, especially in combating non-communicable diseases like cervical cancer. He highlighted the connection between health and productivity, stating that healthy individuals perform better, making investment in NCD treatment beneficial for businesses. Telecel Ghana provided advanced…

By Philip Antoh The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has reported two cases of Mpox in Accra and is taking immediate action to control the virus and stop it from spreading further. In a statement on May 15, 2025, the GHS reassured the public that the situation is manageable and there is no cause for alarm. They are collaborating with the Ministry of Health to implement important health measures to prevent any further spread. Mpox is a viral infection that spreads through close contact with infected people, animals, or contaminated items. Symptoms include skin rashes, fever, swollen lymph nodes, headaches, muscle…

– As cedi bounces back, prices ease President John Dramani Mahama, is excited at what he describes as early signs of economic recovery under his administration, citing the strengthening Ghanaian cedi and declining market prices, as evidence that recent policy measures are beginning to bear fruit. Speaking at a durbar in Wa in the Upper West Region, yesterday, Thursday, 15 May, as part of his nationwide thank-you tour, following his 2024 electoral victory, President Mahama outlined his government’s efforts to restore economic stability since assuming office earlier this year. “Since taking over the reins of government, our focus has been…