A new airport charge in Ghana has travelers concerned about rising costs-but what does this mean for the region?
Ghana's aviation sector faces turbulence with the introduction of a new Airport Infrastructure Development Charge-impacting international passengers. The levy raises questions about competitiveness and regional integration-potentially reshaping travel dynamics.
The Vice President says Africa must develop its own technologies- but how can the continent achieve this?
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang addressed the Oxford Africa Conference on the need for Africa to lead its own transformation. She emphasized building systems rooted in African realities- but what does this entail?
A Ghana-led AI platform just earned global recognition - but what problem is it solving?
Three Ghanaian tech entrepreneurs are making waves with their AI governance platform. Their innovative solution addresses urgent issues in modern artificial intelligence - but what does this mean for the future of AI?
A new World Bank strategy seeks to transform health systems in West and Central Africa - but how will they achieve this?
The World Bank has launched a regional strategy to transform health systems in Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The strategy aims to improve health outcomes and support productivity- but what challenges will they face?
After leadership challenges, one person is honored for bringing unity - but can it last?
The Western Regional House of Chiefs recognized Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah for his work. The commendation occurred after years of leadership challenges - but what impact will this have?
Nineteen BECE supervisors and invigilators have been arrested - but what did they do, and where?
WAEC has apprehended 19 supervisors and invigilators across six regions for alleged examination malpractice during the ongoing BECE - raising concerns about the integrity of the examination process. The Ministry of Education has issued stern warnings to stakeholders, hinting at severe consequences for those found complicit.
Amidst tightened security, arrests have been made during the BECE - but what prompted these actions?
WAEC has confirmed that several individuals have been arrested during the ongoing BECE. Despite increased efforts to ensure the integrity of the exams - the council is working to address persistent issues.
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.
Why is the United Cadres Front urgently calling on the government and the AU to step in?
The United Cadres Front has called on the Government of Ghana and the African Union to act regarding xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The group has asked for steps to protect Ghanaians and other African foreign nationals - but what kind of support is needed?
Ghana's UN slavery motion needs a simple majority to pass - but what happens if it does?
Ghana is championing a UN resolution to declare the enslavement of Africans as a crime against humanity- backed by many African Union countries. If passed, the resolution could have far-reaching implications for reparatory justice and the recognition of historical wrongs.