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Ghana's first commercial EV charging tariff is here - but will the new rates help or hinder the green energy transition?

The PURC has introduced Ghana's first commercial EV charging tariff - setting the rate at GH¢2.016 per kilowatt-hour, plus a GH¢500 monthly service charge. This aims to promote green energy transition in the country.

Is Ghana's energy strategy built on solid ground, or are there hidden cracks beneath the surface?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has questioned Ghana's energy strategy after the commissioning of the MT Asharami Ghana LPG carrier. He suggests the focus on LPG highlights deeper issues within Ghana's gas policy framework. Simons argues that political commitments outpace institutional capacity.

A senior police officer is dead, and cryptic messages to his wife may hold the key to understanding what happened next..

DSP Rockson Gyasi was found dead at his Akweteyman residence, with a pistol nearby. The Tesano Police are investigating the death as a possible suicide - his wife discovered the body. WhatsApp messages sent to his wife are being examined for clues.

A joint security operation leads to arrests, but what illicit activities were they allegedly involved in?

Twelve Nigerian nationals have been arrested in Ghana for alleged cyber fraud and human trafficking after a joint security operation. The operation, which took place on March 12, 2026, also seeks six other suspects. Authorities are investigating the extent of the crimes.

The World Bank's MD is visiting Ghana - but what crucial discussions will shape the nation's future?

World Bank Group MD Paschal Donohoe will visit Ghana and Liberia from March 15-20, 2026. He will meet with Presidents Mahama and Boakai to discuss job creation, electricity access, and economic governance. The visit highlights the World Bank's support for Ghana's recovery.