Author: Editorial Staff

The Childhood Cancer Society of Ghana  (CCSG) has intensified calls for a coordinated national response to boost childhood cancer survival rates through improved diagnosis, strengthened specialist care, and equitable access to treatment across the country. The appeal was made at the Society’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Accra under the theme: “Towards the WHO GICC 60% Survival: Timely Diagnosis and Access to Effective Therapy.” The meeting brought together clinicians, policymakers, development partners, civil society organisations, and families to review progress and challenges in childhood cancer care. Ghana Urged to Prioritise Childhood Cancer Care Head of the Paediatric Oncology Unit…

Five Ghanaian small businesses have secured GH¢30,000 each in funding under MTN Ghana’s SME Business Pitch Competition, as the telecommunications company intensified efforts to strengthen entrepreneurship through financing, digital innovation and business development support. The winners, Tahir Field Recycling, Edible Treats, Dyluri Beauty, Manehlla Foods and Tropical Snacks—emerged from a competitive pitching session involving 10 finalists selected from hundreds of applications received nationwide during activities marking this year’s World MSME Day in Accra. Beyond the cash awards, the winning entrepreneurs will participate in MTN Ghana’s 13-week Mini MBA programme, delivered in partnership with NOVA Business School, while also gaining access…

The Ghana WASH Journalists Network (GWJN) has called for urgent and sustained national action to address Accra’s recurring flooding, describing the situation as unacceptable and preventable. In a statement issued on July 1, 2026, and signed by the National General Secretary, Samuel Asamoah, the Network expressed sorrow over the latest floods that hit Accra and surrounding communities, which claimed lives, destroyed property, and displaced thousands of residents. It extended condolences to bereaved families and sympathised with victims whose livelihoods have been affected. According to GWJN, the repeated flooding incidents reflect long-standing failures in planning, enforcement, environmental management, and urban…

MTN Ghana has officially handed over 3,888 hospital beds and accessories to seven health facilities across the country as part of the climax of its 2026 Y’ello Care campaign, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and improving patient care. The handover ceremony, held at Achimota Hospital in Accra, marked the conclusion of the  company’s annual 21 Days of Y’ello Care employee volunteer initiative, which this year was held under the theme This year’s campaign executed in partnership with Sika pƐ Adjuma, was held under the theme “Expanding Equitable Healthcare for Every Community,” with MTN employees focusing on repairing broken…

The Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Hon. Ralph Poku-Adusei, has won widespread praise after sponsoring nomination forms for all aspirants seeking to contest the upcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) Constituency Executive elections in Bekwai. The gesture, announced ahead of the July 11-12, 2026 constituency elections, has been described by party members as a bold demonstration of leadership, inclusiveness, and commitment to internal democracy. By absorbing the full cost of nomination forms for every aspirant, the Bekwai legislator has effectively removed financial barriers that could discourage qualified party faithful from seeking leadership positions within the constituency. The intervention means that every…

MTN Ghana has hosted the 2026 MTN SME Accelerate Youth Entrepreneur Webinar as part of its sustained efforts to equip young entrepreneurs with the requisite skills, knowledge, and practical strategies needed to build and grow successful side businesses while pursuing higher education or managing full-time careers. Held under the theme “The Side-Hustle Growth Playbook: Running a Business While in School or on a 9-to-5,” the webinar featured accomplished entrepreneurs who shared personal experiences and actionable insights on balancing professional commitments with entrepreneurship, inspiring participants to turn their passion projects into sustainable ventures. The virtual session, moderated by media personality Afi…

New rules introduce fixed pricing windows, strict thresholds, and real-time transaction reporting as regulators tighten grip on gold trade Ghana’s gold trading sector is entering one of its most tightly regulated eras in recent history after the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) announced a comprehensive restructuring of how gold is priced, purchased, and monitored across the country. At the heart of the reform is a decisive shift away from locally adjusted pricing models toward the globally recognised London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) benchmark. The move, officials say, is aimed at improving transparency, reducing market distortions, and aligning Ghana’s gold market with…

Ghana International Bank Plc (GHIB) has entered into a strategic trade finance partnership with the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) aimed at strengthening cross-border commerce and improving access to financing for businesses operating across Africa. The agreement, signed under the AfDB’s Transaction Guarantee Instrument, establishes GHIB as a Confirming Bank within the Bank’s eligibility framework, positioning the institution to play a more active role in facilitating international trade flows and supporting private sector growth on the continent. The deal comes at a time when African economies continue to grapple with a persistent trade finance gap, which limits the ability of…

Ghana’s community banking sector is raising concerns over its ability to meet a new GH¢5 million minimum capital requirement set under the Bank of Ghana’s Revised Microfinance Sector Framework 2026, warning that the short compliance window could place significant pressure on smaller institutions. The new policy, which forms part of a broader restructuring of the country’s rural and community banking system, requires all affected institutions to meet the revised capital threshold by December 2026. The move is intended to strengthen financial stability, improve liquidity buffers, and modernise operations across grassroots banking institutions. However, industry stakeholders say the pace of implementation,…

As development agencies around the world grapple with shrinking budgets, shifting donor priorities, and growing humanitarian demands, Ghana has emerged as an example of how targeted international cooperation can still deliver measurable results. The United Nations system in Ghana invested more than US$113 million in development programmes in 2025, recording its highest programme delivery performance in recent years despite mounting global pressure on aid financing. The investment, delivered through 34 UN agencies operating in the country, supported initiatives ranging from poverty reduction and healthcare to climate resilience, education, governance and gender equality. More significantly, the UN increased its programme delivery…