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WAMPEX 2026 is coming - but what does it mean for the future of mining in West Africa?

The West African Mining & Power Expo (WAMPEX) is set to convene in Accra in June 2026, marking its 19th edition. With thousands of mining professionals expected, the event aims to foster collaboration and growth- but what challenges will they face?

A journalist's memoir reveals the moment he chose politics over a stable career - what drove him to follow his boss?

Veteran journalist Jefferson Sackey launches a memoir recounting his career and a pivotal choice to follow Nana Akufo-Addo from the Foreign Affairs…

Tensions soar as Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon - but what sparked this?

Israeli forces and Hezbollah have been trading fire in Southern Lebanon. The violence continues to escalate, raising concerns about regional stability - but what's at stake?

Discover how Ghana's annual road crash losses are impacting its economy and what this means for the nation's development.

Ghana faces a significant economic drain from road crashes, as highlighted by a recent World Bank report. The financial impact of these incidents

Ghana's 'Lioness of Africa' has been given a new title - and it could change the country's tourism sector.

The Wa East capital of Funsi was full of life as dignitaries and citizens gathered to celebrate Ghana's own Noella Wiyaala. The event was to honour her new role as Fugu Queen and Tourism Ambassador for Ghana - but what does this mean for the region?

Can a $500m private deal solve UCC's housing crisis without state money?

The University of Cape Coast and GSC Property Investment Limited have signed a memorandum for a massive student housing project.

Eight women die daily in Ghana from childbirth - why is this crisis going unnoticed, and what will it take to stop it?

The UNFPA has launched a presidential initiative in Accra to address Ghana's maternal health crisis, where eight women die daily.

Why is a 50-acre mango farm in the Upper West becoming a national prototype for tree crop farming?

The Tree Crops Development Authority is set to adopt the MATCO Mango Plantation in the Upper West Region as a model for northern commercial mango…

Africa's virtual asset boom faces a regulatory crossroads - will Accra's summit set the continent's new standard?

Ghana's SEC launches AVAS 2026, a summit for African regulators and markets on tokenization, set for Accra in November.

Festus Mogae, former president of Botswana, has passed away at 86 - what impact did he have on African governance?

Botswana is in national mourning following the death of former President Festus Mogae. He is remembered as a pivotal figure who solidified Botswana's reputation for stability and transparency - his legacy will surely be felt.

Financial markets are being redesigned, with emerging economies at the forefront - but what does this mean for Ghana?

At the ACI World Congress in Accra, central bank governors discussed financial markets. The focus was on how emerging economies are redesigning them - but the implications are still unclear.

Reports of student misconduct in Ghanaian schools are raising alarms, but what's truly behind this growing problem?

Ghanaian schools are facing a serious challenge with student indiscipline, prompting widespread concern among parents, educators, and the public.

With diplomatic tensions rising, a Ghanaian MP suggests presidential intervention is now crucial to mend relations between Ghana and South Africa.

Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, a Ranking Member of Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called for direct engagement between the Presidents of Ghana

Discover how a key regulatory body in Ghana is tackling utility service complaints and what the latest report reveals about consumer-provider

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) in Ghana's Western and Western North regions has released its mid-year report on utility-related

Will the Amansie Central DCE's continued presence in office affect the illegal mining probe?

The Lands Ministry PRO addressed concerns about the Amansie Central DCE remaining in office amid an illegal mining taxation probe - a situation raising questions about potential interference. The PRO insists investigative protocols are designed to prevent any such compromise.

Ghana's Parliament has passed a new bill that could reshape the nation's approach to criminal justice and offender rehabilitation.

The POS Foundation has lauded the passage of the Community Service Bill, 2026, by Parliament. This development marks a significant step in Ghana's

The government's next steps regarding the Adamus Resources report remain unclear, leaving many questions about the future of the mining concessions.

A committee investigating alleged mining infractions by Adamus Resources Limited has submitted its report to the Minister for Lands and Natural

A new mining agreement has been approved- but not everyone is convinced it's a good thing for the country.

Ghana's Parliament and Barari DV Ghana Limited are at the center of a major agreement- one that could reshape the nation's mining landscape. The agreement promises significant changes, but some parties are concerned about the potential implications- leaving many to wonder what the future holds.