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Al Sharpton Backs Mahama’s UN Initiative on Slave Trade

Prominent American civil rights activist Reverend Al Sharpton has thrown his weight behind President John Dramani Mahama’s push for a United Nations resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the “gravest crime against humanity.” Sharpton described the initiative as historic and pledged to mobilise support within the African-American community and U.S. Congress.
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Ghanaian Citizen Drags Attorney-General to Supreme Court Over Kotoka Airport Renaming
A private citizen has filed a suit at the Supreme Court challenging the government’s decision to rename Kotoka International Airport, arguing that the process violated constitutional provisions and lacked sufficient public consultation. The case is expected to test the limits of executive authority on national symbols and landmarks.
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‘Produce Tomatoes in 90 Days or Step Aside’ – Group Fires Warning at Agric Ministry
The Food and Agriculture Business Association of Ghana (FABAG) has issued a strong ultimatum to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, demanding that local tomato production be ramped up to meet national demand within 90 days or the sector minister should consider stepping aside. The group cited persistent import dependency and the recent Burkina Faso tomato export ban as urgent triggers for action.
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Korle Bu Accident and Emergency Centre Under Strain as Doctors Warn of Legal and Safety Risks
Doctors at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Centre have raised the alarm over severe overcrowding, inadequate staffing, and deteriorating infrastructure, warning that the situation poses serious legal and patient-safety risks. They called on the government to urgently address the chronic capacity crisis at Ghana’s largest referral facility.
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Fifi Kwetey Drops Cryptic Message Amid Rumours of Zanetor’s Appointment
National Democratic Congress (NDC) General Secretary Fifi Kwetey has posted a cryptic message on social media amid swirling rumours that President Mahama is considering appointing his daughter, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, to a senior government position. The post has fuelled intense speculation within political circles.
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Catholic Bishop Conference Enters Wesley Girls Muslim Student Case
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has formally joined the legal and public debate surrounding the Wesley Girls Senior High School Muslim student case, calling for dialogue, tolerance, and respect for religious freedoms in Ghanaian educational institutions.
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‘With God All Things Are Possible’ – Akufo-Addo After Anglican Honour
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed gratitude after being appointed a Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Accra at St Peter’s Cathedral. In his response, he quoted scripture, saying “With God all things are possible,” and dedicated the honour to national service and unity.
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Mahama to Address UN General Assembly on March 25, Lead Ghana’s Delegation to Reparatory Justice Session
President John Dramani Mahama will personally lead Ghana’s delegation to a special United Nations session on reparatory justice and address the General Assembly on March 25, 2026, when Ghana tables its landmark resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade the gravest crime against humanity.
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Artist Ibrahim Mahama Cancels Global Lectures Over Assault Injuries

Renowned Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama has cancelled all upcoming international lectures and exhibitions following injuries sustained during an alleged assault by a Police Special Operations Team in Tamale. Mahama, brother of President John Dramani Mahama, said the physical and psychological trauma has left him unable to travel or perform public duties in the near term. He has since filed a formal complaint and demanded a full independent investigation.
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Middle East Crisis: Ghana Must Strengthen Long-Term Energy Security – PHDC
The Private Health & Development Centre (PHDC) has warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict is exposing Ghana’s heavy reliance on imported petroleum products and called for urgent acceleration of long-term energy security measures. The think-tank urged faster investment in renewables, domestic gas utilization, strategic reserves, and regional power pooling to shield the economy from future oil-price shocks and supply disruptions.
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‘You Cannot Run an Economy Without Crisis’ – Terkper Warns Ghana Must Prepare or Pay
Former Finance Minister Seth Terkper has cautioned that no economy — including Ghana’s — is immune to crises, and that the current administration must treat shocks (geopolitical, commodity price, climate-related) as inevitable rather than exceptional. He urged proactive fiscal buffers, diversified revenue streams, and structural reforms to reduce vulnerability instead of reacting only when crises arrive.
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Despite Price Cut, Ghana Cocoa Buyers Lack Funds to Buy Beans from Farmers – Sources
Even after the recent producer-price reduction, licensed buying companies (LBCs) are still facing severe liquidity constraints and are struggling to purchase cocoa beans from farmers across the country. Industry sources say delayed payments from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and limited access to commercial credit are preventing timely off-take, risking further delays in the 2025/26 main crop season.
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E&P Plans $1.2 Billion Investment in Damang, Tarkwa Mines

Engineers and Planners Company Limited (E&P) is planning to invest approximately $1.2 billion into its Tarkwa and Damang mines after officially taking over operations from Gold Fields. As part of efforts to strengthen operations and expand capacity, the indigenous mining firm has dispatched thirty (30) semi-knockdown Caterpillar 785D Dump Truck units to its operational base in Tarkwa. Read the full story here

Ghana’s Economic Reset Compelling Government Enterprises & Others to Build Stronger Institutions – Deloitte Infrastructure Partner
A senior infrastructure partner at Deloitte Ghana has stated that the current economic reset is forcing state-owned enterprises, private firms, and public institutions to strengthen governance, financial discipline, and operational efficiency. The expert noted that the push for accountability and performance contracts is creating a more resilient institutional framework across sectors.
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UENR in Shock as Popular Final-Year Student Dies by Suicide
The University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) in Sunyani is mourning the loss of a popular final-year student who died by suicide. The incident has sent shockwaves through the campus community. University authorities have activated counselling services and are working with the family and security agencies to understand the circumstances.
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US Drones Deployed to Nigeria Alongside Troops for Intelligence Training
The United States has deployed drones and additional military personnel to Nigeria to support intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance training operations as part of ongoing counter-terrorism cooperation in the Lake Chad Basin and West African region. The move is part of broader U.S. security assistance aimed at helping regional partners combat Boko Haram and other extremist groups.
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