The Consumer Protection Agency (CPA) has intensified its nationwide campaign against fake and substandard baby diapers by extending its public education drive to government hospitals across Ghana.
The campaign, dubbed “Safe Diapers …
THE Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is set to begin a GH¢240 million major transformer replacement and upgrade project across eight substations in selected parts of the Greater Accra Region, with the first phase scheduled to begin tod…
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has warned drivers against the use of drugs and energy-enhancing substances while behind the wheel, citing serious safety risks.
The Cape Coast Metropolitan Enforcement Head of NACOC, Assista…
The Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) inducted 194 Professional Engineers and urged them to uphold high standards to help address the country’s infrastructure challenges.
The induction ceremonies were held in two sessions at the…
The President of the Academic City University, Prof. Fred McBagonluri, has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to the advancement of education in Africa.
The recognition further reinforces the university’s growing reputat…
The Forestry Commission, in conjunction with the Jungle Warfare School at Akyem Achiase, has given military training to 80 youth forest champions to protect the reserves.
It is part of measures to contain illegal mining (galamsey) a…
The world must move from commitments to concrete action on the One Health agenda, President John Dramani Mahama has declared.
He warned that climate change, ecosystem degradation and pollution were converging to create health threats…
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has launched a Maternal Mental Health Policy (MMHP) to integrate mental health care into Ghana’s health system, targeting pregnant women and new mothers.
The policy, Ghana’s first, covers the period 2026 t…
A renewable Energy and Green Transition Fund has been set up by the government to facilitate the country’s shift to sustainable energy. It will, among other things, be used to provide solar power, irrigation projects, and upgrades to min…
Education Apr - 07 - 2026 , 09:57 3 minutes read
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Wednesday released the provisional results for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Cand…
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany commemorates World Health Day 2026 in partnership with First Ladies of African and Asian Countries, who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foun…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Ghanaian travellers to Senegal that vaccinations against yellow fever, DPT, measles, and hepatitis A and B are recommended but no longer mandatory for entry into the country.
In a public a…
On 11 June 2026, Tech in Ghana returns to London for its 17th edition - continuing to build one of the most consistent and trusted bridges between the UK and Ghana's tech ecosystems.
Over the years, this platform has brought together…
Equatorial Guinea is moving from strategy to execution in its bid to become a regional gas hub. A series of agreements signed in early 2026 – covering cross-border supply, upstream participation and infrastructure utilization – are…
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has paid the full medical bills of 85 residents from the North Tongu constituency who are currently on admission in eight health facilities across the Volta and Eastern Regions.
…
Institutional maternal mortality has increased from 48 per 100,000 live births in 2024 to 60 per 100,000 live births in 2025 in the North East Region, representing a rise from 10 to 14 cases.
The North East Regional Director of Health…
Nine Ghanaian journalists have received training in science, technology and innovation (STI) reporting at the Imperial College in London, with a call on the media to prioritise science communication to help shape the world and address em…
The Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has disclosed that the necessary work towards the set-up of the novel Women’s Development Bank is almost complete.
She consequently gave an assurance that the government’s flags…
The President of Zimbabwe, Dr Emmerson Mnangagwa, has paid tribute to the Founder and First President of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum and Memorial Park in Accra last Thursday.
His visit to the Mem…
African organisations face an average of 3,153 cyberattacks a week, which is around 60% higher than the global average[1]. The continent is sitting right in the proverbial thick of the threats, with fraud and attacks costing companies thou…
Leading international residence and citizenship planning firm Henley & Partners, in partnership with Andan Foundation, a Swiss non-profit humanitarian organization, is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2026 Global Citize…
This World Health Day, Mercy Ships (https://MercyShips.org) proudly celebrates biomedical specialist Deborah Geneugelijk Nutsugah. Named “Humanitarian of the Year” at the 2026 Tech Choice Awards, her outstanding contribution to adv…
Ataraxis recently published the 2026 Global Outsourcing Talent Index, a data-backed audit of all 193 UN-recognized countries scored across five variables: labor cost, English proficiency, talent availability, digital infrastructure, and po…
African Union adopts historic decision to restore accurate representation of Africa in global maps and educational systems
The Assembly of the African Union (AU), at its 39th Ordinary Session, has adopted a landmark decision to correct …
When most people are still tucked in bed, the wetlands are already alive with music. Just before sunrise, a symphony of birdsong fills the air, a natural orchestra that holds more meaning than most realise. For Toka Mosikidi, a PhD candida…
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has carried out a high-profile, court-approved raid on five fuel depots and their associated Bulk Distribution Company (BDC) facilities, signalling a decisive move against suspected petroleum im…
Residents of Baifikrom, Mankessim, Enyanmaim and surrounding communities in the Central Region have been urged to take immediate safety precautions following a chlorine gas leak at the Baifikrom Water Treatment Plant.
Chlorine gas, …
The government has taken delivery of 100 new buses as part of measures to ease mounting pressure on Ghana’s public transport system following recent commuter challenges across the country.
The Minister for Government Communications, F…
The Administrator of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), Mr Paul Adjei, has issued a stern warning to contractors handling GETFund-supported projects to prioritise quality and value for money.
Speaking at a press briefing in Acc…
Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to working with the African Union (AU), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and the Organisation of American States (OAS) to advance the global reparation agenda, following what it has described as a la…
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is undertaking a major transformer replacement and upgrade exercise in selected parts of Accra aimed at improving power supply reliability and meeting growing electricity demand.
The intervention…
GHANA and Zimbabwe have signed 10 landmark Memoranda of Understanding further deepening the relations between the two countries.
The MoUs were signed at Peduase in the Eastern Region last Thursday during the State Visit of the Preside…
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued an urgent public safety alert following the discovery of falsified VISITECT CD4 Advanced Disease test kits in circulation, warning healthcare providers and patients that the counterfeit produ…
The Vice-President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has expressed confidence in the steady progress towards the rollout of the proposed Women’s Development Bank.
She described the initiative as a major step towards improving economic…
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled plans to construct an airstrip and a permanent convention and exhibition centre at Kwahu, as part of efforts to transform the annual Easter business forum into a major hub for investment and ent…
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are central to the global green transition. Representing over 90 per cent of businesses worldwide, they are deeply embedded in local economies and play a critical role in economic growt…
Access to adequate housing is a foundation of resilient cities. Safe and affordable homes provide stability, allow residents to access essential services, and enhance the capacity for communities to withstand and recover from shocks. Y…
Across Asia and the Pacific, a birth certificate is more than just proof of birth. It’s a gateway to education, public and private services, and future opportunities. In many countries, it’s required multiple times during a child’s aca…
Foreign direct investment is not just a measure of economic confidence; it is one of the most powerful tools the Asia-Pacific region has to finance sustainable development, build resilient infrastructure and create quality jobs.
Th…
On 11 March 2011, the powerful 9.0 magnitude T?hoku earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan, triggering a 40-meter Tsunami. Many coastal towns along Japan’s Pacific coast were devastated. Approximately 20,000 people lost …
Across Asia, new initiatives are showing how satellite Earth observation data and AI-powered technologies can turn fragmented water-related data into actionable insights for managers and policymakers in line ministries and local govern…
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are testing the resilience of global systems, including peace, trade and energy markets. As a major supplier of oil and gas and a key global trade route, disruptions in the region create se…
The United Nations has endorsed a new global statistical framework for disaster-related statistics to help countries better understand and reduce growing disaster risks.
The Global Disaster-Related Statistics Framework (G-DRSF) esta…
Photo credit: Pexels/Tom Fisk
A tanker docks beside a maze of storage tanks and pipelines in North Jakarta, Indonesia. With tensions in the chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz, Asia’s energy lifelines face mounting press…
Palmtrees, a screenplay development incubator for writers from Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean and Oceania has partnered with NEON for its inaugural cohort. Writers from eligible regions ap…
A technology company founded by Ghanaians has been nominated for a Webby Award in Best Responsible AI Implementation -- and the public vote is open now.
Human in the Loop was built by Ghanaian entrepreneurs to solve one of the biggest c…
Government is exploring the local sourcing of polymers – the key raw material in sachet water production – as part of efforts to reduce costs and stabilise prices following the suspension of a planned price increase by producers.
Th…
Canon Europe (www.Canon-Europe.com), in partnership with Visa pour l’Image, announces two grants to support long-term documentary projects both in the photography and filmmaking space.
Championing the very best in storytelling, …
A long-term medical training partnership between Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org) and Malagasy healthcare professionals has enabled clubfoot patients to receive better treatment in Madagascar, highlighting the impact of surgical ed…
In recent years, as a vivid example of China and other countries jointly building the Health Silk Road, China and Zambia have continuously deepened their cooperation in the medical field. Chinese medical workers and advanced techno…
info@businessghana.com
