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When institutions fail to act, who answers for the consequences?

Newsfile examines three scandals involving institutional failures and public trust.

A new US State Department policy could impact parents who owe child support - find out how this might affect travel.

The US State Department is planning a new policy that could affect many American parents. This policy change may have significant consequences for those who owe child support - but how?

What will the 'Y3gye y3 sika' protest demand from the government, and what could it mean for the foreign minister's future?

The NPP has scheduled a nationwide protest for November 3, 2026, over the foreign affairs minister's handling of evacuations and passports.

What will the government reveal about the evacuation spending?

Ghana's Minority in Parliament is pressing the government for detailed records on the GH¢49.7 million evacuation of citizens from South Africa.

Two passport officials suspended as a probe uncovers a suspected passport-selling syndicate - but who got the passports?

The Foreign Affairs Ministry is investigating an alleged scheme selling Ghanaian Service Passports to unqualified individuals, with two officers…

Why is the Foreign Affairs Ministry suddenly concerned about immigration stamps and Ghanaians' travel histories?

The Foreign Affairs Ministry is warning Ghanaians about falsified immigration stamps. The Ministry has cited arrests of Ghanaians abroad - but what exactly are people doing?

A major logistical boost for passport services is coming, but one region's struggles may reveal deeper issues.

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa visited the Ashanti Regional Passport Application Centre in Kumasi to assess its logistical…

A new financial breakdown shows how evacuation funds were spent - but one item dominates the budget.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has provided a detailed breakdown of evacuation costs following the repatriation of Ghanaians from South Africa.

Why is a lawmaker's passport request sparking accusations of a political vendetta?

A parliamentary committee majority accuses an MP of targeting Ghana's foreign minister over a passport request.

Majority says not a cedi is missing from the evacuation - but what did the Minority claim?

Ghana's Majority Caucus defends Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa over GH¢49.7m evacuation spending.

What evidence did the Majority present to counter the Minority's allegations over the evacuation expenditure?

Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee Majority is responding to Minority claims about evacuation spending.

Osei Assibey Antwi's GH¢431.8m fraud case faces delays as the prosecution requests more time - what's at stake?

The High Court is hearing a case involving Osei Assibey Antwi, former NSA Executive Director, concerning alleged financial irregularities. The prosecution is seeking more time to file disclosures - what could this mean for the case?

Discover why a prominent Ghanaian lawyer argues that bribery is a cultural issue, not just a salary problem, and what solutions he proposes.

Kofi Bentil, a senior lawyer and Vice President of IMANI Africa, has weighed in on Ghana's persistent bribery problem within public institutions. He

Mahama champions African unity in London - but what challenges does he foresee for the continent's shared progress?

President Mahama addressed a diaspora town hall in London- discussing Africa's path to sustainable development. He emphasized continental cooperation and initiatives like the AfCFTA, hinting at the critical need for unity.

Ghana's new E-Visa system hopes to modernize travel - but can it overcome long-standing administrative hurdles?

Ghana has launched an E-Visa system to modernize visa administration and simplify travel. The initiative aims to position Ghana as open for business, tourism and investment- but what impact will this have on African integration?

Did Nana B request to keep his service passport or just transfer visas? His denial raises questions about the directive's enforcement.

NPP Vice Chairman Nana B denies asking Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa to keep his service passport, clarifying his request was for visa transfers.

Why does the NDC's top official believe the NPP's tactics will backfire?

NDC General Secretary Fifi Kwetey criticizes the NPP for pursuing scandals instead of substantive issues.

With thousands vying for limited security jobs, a controversial recruitment process sparks debate - but why?

A recruitment drive for Ghana's security services has drawn massive interest from young citizens- highlighting the allure of government jobs. Questions are now being raised about the fairness and transparency of the process.