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August 12, 2026

Birim Central MCE Welcomes OSP Probe Into Galamsey Allegations

The Municipal Chief Executive for Birim Central Municipality in the Eastern Region, Hon. Solomon Kusi Brako*, has welcomed the investigation by the ffice of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) into allegations of illegal mining, _galamsey_, levelled against him. According to him, he remains fully committed to transparency, accountability, and due process.
August 12, 2026

“Don’t Support Non-Competitive MMDCE Elections” – Hon. Kennedy Osei Nyarko Tells NPP

The Member of Parliament for Akyem Swedru Constituency in the Birim South District Eastern Region, Hon. Kennedy Osei Nyarko*, has called on the NPP to reject the government’s White Paper on the election of MMDCEs if it does not allow for a competitive process open to all qualified Ghanaians. According
August 12, 2026

“Campaign On Your Own Strength, Leave The Flagbearer Out” – Hon. Kennedy Osei Nyarko Tells NPP Aspirants*

The Member of Parliament for Akyem Swedru Constituency, Hon. Kennedy Osei Nyarko, has questioned why some people cannot campaign on their own strengths and merits, and instead involve the Flagbearer of the NPP, His Excellency Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in internal elections. He asked why any aspirant seeking to occupy an
August 12, 2026

Old Vandals Rally to Tackle University of Ghana’s Accommodation Crisis with Commonwealth Hall Annex Vision

The Old Vandals Association (OVA) has renewed calls for the revival of the stalled Commonwealth Hall Annex Project, positioning it as a practical and long-term solution to the University of Ghana’s growing student accommodation crisis while reaffirming the fraternity’s enduring commitment to national development and educational excellence. The call formed



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August 5, 2026

Ghana Must Establish a National Anti-Fraud Fund Before Fraud Undermines Our Digital Future

By Isaac OBOUR Financial Crime Consultant and President, Anti-Fraud Initiative Ghana (AFIG) Ghana’s digital transformation has become one of Africa’s most compelling success stories. From mobile money interoperability and digital banking to fintech innovation, e-commerce, and digital public services, Ghana has positioned itself as a continental leader in digital finance.
August 4, 2026

Beyond the Styrofoam Ban: Can Ghana balance affordability, innovation and the fight against plastic pollution?

By Linda Dede Nyanya Godji Incoom The dinner rush hour had begun at Tetegu Junction in Accra when Akos Maame, a noodles vendor, reached for another white foam takeaway container. Just as she was about to scoop the noodles into it, the customer interjected: “Madam, please don’t use that. Put
August 4, 2026

It is time for Ghanaians to reclaim their sovereignty

By Kwadwo Afari Seventy-nine years ago, the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) was founded on a bold promise: to liberate the energies of the people for the growth of a property owning democracy in this land, with the right to life, freedom, and justice. Its leaders — J.B. Danquah, Pa
July 26, 2026

Dr John Kingsley Krugu: Gov’t Must Fast-Track Act 1124 Reforms as Mid-Year Review Shows Gaps in Environmental Governance

“Environmental governance is not a luxury to be pursued after economic recovery” Ghana’s landmark Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (Act 1124) is in danger of becoming “law on paper” unless the NDC administration urgently moves to operationalize its core institutions, according to Dr. John Kingsley Krugu, former CEO of the Environmental