From abandoned fields to greenhouses: A call for smart agriculture
On a stretch of land in Dawhenya, near Prampram, rows of greenhouses now glow with life—quietly rewriting a story that once symbolised neglect. For nearly eight years, the irrigation and greenhouse facility stood idle, a reminder of missed opportunities in Ghana’s agricultural sector. Today, it is buzzing with young farmers, technology and export-bound vegetables. At […]
Ghana, South Korea sign agreements on maritime security, climate and digital technology
President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with Lee Jae-myung, President of the Republic of Korea, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between Ghana and Korea. The meeting, as part of a state visit to South Korea, resulted in the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) focused on maritime security, climate change cooperation, and digital […]
Advans Ghana celebrates Int’l Women’s Day 2026 with mentorship, donations, and free health screening
Advans Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a series of impactful outreach activities designed to celebrate, empower, and support women and girls across its communities. Under the theme “Give to Gain” — a rallying call that reflects the institution’s belief that investing in women today yields stronger communities tomorrow — […]
New SIM registration to prioritise consumer protection – Sam George
Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Sam Nartey George, has justified the new SIM registration exercise, stressing that the initiative is primarily aimed at protecting consumers and preventing wrongful identification. Addressing stakeholders on the government’s planned new SIM registration exercise, he said flaws in the current SIM database have exposed innocent individuals to serious […]
US agribusiness leaders see replicable food security model at Marphlix Trust Ghana
Members of a United States agribusiness delegation visiting Ghana say they are encouraged by what they describe as strong enthusiasm, practical innovation, and a growing collective drive to tackle food security challenges. Douglas Matthys, a farm manager and member of the delegation from Indiana, said the systems observed during their visit point to a country […]
Ghana’s need for better nature-based solutions to combat rising coastline erosion
It’s Tuesday May 30, 2023, and I am in the village of Fuveme Agorkedzi in the Volta Region. Residents seem anxious and a handful of women have been seen moving belongings from their houses that have just been ravaged by tidal waves. This is not the first time such an incident is happening in the community. Residents […]
Ghana’s slip in the global mining investment attractiveness ranking troubling
The recent release of the Global Mining Investment Attractiveness Index reveals a troubling decline in Ghana’s position, with our country falling seven places in the global ranking of mining investment destinations, from 46th in 2024 to 53rd in 2025. More concerning is the fact that only sixty-eight (68) countries were assessed in 2025, compared with […]
Dede Ayew misses out on 26-man squad for Austria and Germany friendlies
Coach Otto Addo has named a 26-man squad for Ghana’s upcoming international friendly against Austria, with forward Jordan Ayew among the players selected for the match. While André Ayew has not played for the Black Stars since March 2024, calls for his recall are growing louder. Since joining Dutch side NAC Breda in January 2026, Ayew has regained match […]
Heritage Caravan Day 3: ‘Bolga we dey’, Crocodiles and Burkina Faso [Photos]
Day three of the 2026 Heritage Caravan reached thrilling heights as participants visited the iconic Paga Crocodile Pond in the Upper East Region. Excitement and a touch of apprehension mingled as visitors took turns standing close to, touching, and even holding the sacred crocodiles, all under the watchful eyes of site attendants. The adventure didn’t stop there. […]
President John Dramani Mahama to cut sod for first farmer service centre on Friday
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that he will officially break ground for Ghana’s first farmer service centre this Friday at the Afram Plains, marking the launch of a nationwide initiative to support agricultural productivity. Speaking as the special guest at the Ghana AgroTech Fair 2026, themed “Transforming Agribusiness through Local Innovation and Technology,” President […]