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A new clean cooking initiative is underway in East Gonja - but what impact will it have on the women in the region?

Women in East Gonja are now using cleaner cooking technology. The Eco-Flame Project aims to support national efforts to adapt to climate change- but what does that mean for the women involved?

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality cannot sustain permanently

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.

GOLDBOD's "beautiful" financials hide a troubling truth - what is the real cost of the state gold program?

Ghana Gold Board's (GOLDBOD) 2025 financials paint a picture of success, touting significant gold assays and a healthy surplus. Examining these figures alongside the Bank of Ghana's results, however, reveals a stark contrast - raising questions about the true cost of GOLDBOD's operations.

A think tank's pre-election survey came within fractions of a percent on every candidate - how did they do it?

Africa Policy Lens polled the NPP chairmanship race before delegates voted in Kumasi.

From post-war reconstruction to modern global challenges, the distance between ambition and achievement is measured by the decisions we make.

Walking through Gdańsk's historic shipyards, one is reminded that history is often driven by decisions made in moments of uncertainty. This lesson

Discover how the Vice President is challenging Ghana's Civil Service to prioritize citizens in their decision-making processes.

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on civil servants to enhance professionalism and collaboration to improve public

Ghana's new envoys face the critical task of ensuring the nation's visibility and active engagement in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has commissioned five new envoys to represent Ghana in various nations. Their roles are crucial

Why does a prominent critic believe the current government isn't truly tackling Ghana's galamsey crisis, despite past attempts?

Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has criticized the Ghanaian government's efforts against illegal small-scale mining, known as galamsey. He suggests a

Are Ghana's state-owned enterprises truly thriving, or is there more to the reported GH¢19.8 billion profit than meets the eye?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has challenged SIGA's reported GH¢19.8 billion profit for state-owned enterprises in 2025. He suggests that

A World Bank document shows 27 countries are seeking crisis funds - but what does this mean for the global economy?

An internal World Bank document shows that twenty-seven countries have moved to put in place crisis instruments. The goal is to quickly access funding from existing World Bank programs - but the reason for the urgency remains unclear.

The GPRTU urges drivers across Ghana to exercise patience as the union prepares for a key Tuesday meeting with the Minis

The GPRTU urges drivers across Ghana to exercise patience as the union prepares for a key Tuesday meeting with the Ministry of Transport to finalise transport fare review decisions.

The latest WASSCE results highlight a concerning trend in student conduct and academic performance. Could social media be playing a role?

WAEC's 2026 WASSCE results reveal widespread disciplinary issues and a decline in English Language performance. Examiners noted informal language in

Why are farmers often left out of the research that shapes their future? A top academic has a bold proposal.

At the Ghana Institute of Horticulturists conference in Sunyani, the UENR Vice-Chancellor urged a shift in agricultural research.

A new government programme aimed at ensuring imported vehicles meet safety standards faces pushback from industry stakeholders.

The Vehicle and Asset Dealers Union of Ghana (VADUG) is urging the government to suspend its planned vehicle conformity verification programme. The

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…

Is Ghana's education system truly developing its youth, or merely sorting them through an examination pipeline?

Ghana's education system faces scrutiny over its heavy reliance on high-stakes examinations like BECE and WASSCE. Critics argue this approach

Ghana's drop in mining investment attractiveness raises questions - what impact will this have?

Ghana's mining sector is facing scrutiny as the Global Mining Investment Attractiveness Index reveals a shift in the nation's ranking. Stakeholders are now concerned about what this could mean for the country's appeal to investors.