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Ghana's laws have loopholes that are fueling corruption - but how?

Transparency International warns that Ghana's laws are enabling corruption. Weaknesses and poor enforcement are allowing wrongdoing to persist - but what impact is this having?

Ghanaian MPs are proposing a major change to who can run for Parliament - and the reasons might surprise you.

Two Ghanaian MPs are pushing for a constitutional amendment to set a maximum age of 65 for parliamentary candidates. The MPs argue the change is needed to modernise eligibility - but what impact could this have?

Why does a policy analyst want South African companies operating in Ghana to pay for citizen evacuations?

Kofi Bentil is calling for South African companies in Ghana to take responsibility for the evacuation of Ghanaians in South Africa- due to afrophobic attacks. He argues that these companies should bear the cost, hinting at a significant shift in how Ghana addresses such crises.

Naana Opoku-Agyemang is calling for accuracy in state media- but what prompted this?

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang has urged state media to maintain accuracy and credibility. She cautioned against distorted information- but why is this so important now?

Why is the NPP UK branch demanding an independent audit into Ghana's gold purchasing, even as Parliament prepares for its own inquiry?

The UK branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is calling for an independent forensic audit into Ghana's domestic gold purchasing operations. This

Is the government's fiscal strategy truly prudent, or are essential development projects being sacrificed for favorable financial indicators?

Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, has challenged the government's claims of fiscal prudence, questioning whether reduced spending reflects

Why are some Ghanaian politicians so eager to abolish the very office created to hold them accountable?

Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) faces a threat from politicians seeking its abolition. The move raises questions about the motives behind dismantling an institution designed to combat corruption - and who truly benefits.

The Parliamentary Minority has launched a scathing attack on a recent High Court conviction, raising serious questions about judicial fairness.

Ghana's Parliamentary Minority has strongly criticized the High Court's conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako

Following a tragic plane crash, what questions are Ghana's leaders raising about the safety of private air travel?

Ghana's Minority in Parliament is calling for answers after a fatal microlight crash in Tema involving the sons of a prominent religious figure. The opposition is questioning aviation safety protocols- and the potential regulatory oversights that may have led to this disaster.

Why is the Minority in Parliament challenging the proposed vetting schedule for Supreme Court nominees, and what are their underlying concerns?

The Minority in Parliament has formally objected to the three-day timetable proposed for the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees. This raises

Why is the NDC government being accused of trying to sneak in a new MoMo tax - and what does it mean for Ghanaians?

The Minority in Parliament is raising concerns about a new levy on mobile money transactions - involving the Bank of Ghana and a private fintech company. The group is questioning the process used to introduce the charge and why Parliament wasn't engaged.

The Minority is pointing to hidden figures in the Bank of Ghana's report - but what do they mean?

Ghana's Minority caucus is raising concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial health based on recently released statements. They are accusing the central bank of obscuring the true extent of its financial difficulties - but what could this mean for the nation's economy?

The Minority caucus 'strips BoG naked,' claiming hidden losses- but what is the real financial picture?

Ghana's Minority caucus has strongly criticized the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) financial state following the release of its 2025 report- raising concerns about transparency. The caucus alleges hidden losses and policy insolvency, hinting at deeper issues within the nation's financial systems- but what could this mean?

A proposed bill aims to tackle a deeply rooted social issue in Ghana, sparking discussions on protection and justice for the vulnerable.

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs is considering a new anti-witchcraft bill in Ghana. This legislative effort seeks to address a significant social challenge that impacts vulnerable populations across the nation.

Why does a Ghanaian MP believe the country's persistent flooding and sanitation issues are not due to public indiscipline or insufficient laws?

Akwatia MP Bernard Bediako Baidoo has highlighted the critical need for stronger enforcement of Ghana's existing environmental and sanitation laws.

A new report suggests free speech is under attack - but who is being targeted and why?

The MFWA is raising concerns about the government's use of certain laws - saying they are being weaponized against free speech. The foundation's report highlights a concerning trend, but what could this mean for Ghana's democracy?

Larry Dogbey's appeal against his custodial sentence could redefine the boundaries of media freedom and judicial authority in Ghana.

Larry Dogbey, Managing Editor of The Herald newspaper, has appealed a seven-day custodial sentence from a High Court. His appeal challenges the

Dafeamekpor denies GBA was sidelined in new Legal Education Bill - but some disagree. What's really going on?

Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor has refuted claims that the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) was sidelined during the passage of the Legal Education Bill - a bill aimed at reforming legal training. Stakeholders have expressed concerns about the bill's potential impact on legal education - but what does Dafeamekpor have to say?