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AWIM Spotlights Rebecca Ekpe for Advancing Ethical Journalism and Mentoring Young Women
African Women in Media (AWIM) has spotlighted Rebecca Ekpe, Editor-in-Chief of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) and Vice President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), for her outstanding contributions to ethical journalism, media leadership and mentoring the next generation of African journalists. The recognition highlights Ekpe’s decades-long commitment to public-interest journalism, gender equality and inclusive storytelling, as well as her…
Two MoUs Signed as Ghana and Gabon Boost Bilateral Cooperation
Ghana and Gabon have taken steps to deepen their bilateral relations with the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding at the Presidency in Accra. The agreements, which cover political consultations and the training of diplomats, followed bilateral discussions between the two countries aimed at strengthening cooperation. The signing ceremony was witnessed by President John Dramani Mahama and the visiting President of…
Amadu Mohammed Secures Medal for Ghana, Storms into Commonwealth Games Boxing Semi-Finals
Team Ghana’s medal hopes in boxing remain firmly alive after Amadu Mohammed booked his place in the semi-finals of the men’s 55-kilogram bantamweight division at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The boxer produced a disciplined and determined performance to defeat England’s Ellis Trowbridge, earning a deserved victory and moving to within one win of the gold medal bout.…
Study reveals progress on women on executive boards at German firms stalls
Progress in increasing the number of women in senior leadership positions at Germany's largest listed companies has largely stalled, with female representation on management boards declining over the past year, according to a study published on Wednesday. "The years-long increase in the share of women in leadership positions in the private sector has largely come to a halt," the advocacy…
Ministry of Gender Engages Transport Workers to Champion Gender Equality and End Child Marriage
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) is strengthening efforts to promote gender equality by empowering young men and boys in Ghana's transport sector to become champions for the rights of women and girls. Through its Department of Gender, in partnership with the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and with support from the United Nations Population Fund…
Executives of the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana meet Gender Minister on social protection for students
The Executives of the Graduate Students' Association of Ghana (GRASAG), led by its President, Mr. Richard Class-Peters, have engaged the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, to explore areas of collaboration and discuss issues affecting graduate students and vulnerable groups. The engagement formed part of efforts by GRASAG to establish stronger partnerships with the…
IMF Approves Final Review of Ghana’s US$3 Billion ECF Programme
Ghana has successfully concluded its US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme after the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved the country's final review. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Finance on Monday, July 27, the approval unlocks a final disbursement of approximately US$371 million to the Bank of Ghana, bringing total disbursements…
AfCFTA Chief Calls for Accelerated Industrialisation to Drive Jobs and Prosperity Across Africa
The Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has called for accelerated industrialisation across the continent, stressing that Africa's economic transformation depends on building competitive industries, creating jobs and strengthening regional value chains. Speaking at the 9th SADC Industrialisation Week in Durban, South Africa, Mr Mene said the next phase of the AfCFTA is focused on…
Ghana Showcases Tourism, Culture and Investment Opportunities at Commonwealth Games in Scotland
Ghana has strengthened its global tourism promotion efforts with the official opening of the Ghana House Exhibition Centre at the St. Enoch Shopping Centre in Glasgow, Scotland, during the Commonwealth Games. The exhibition centre serves as a vibrant platform to showcase Ghana's rich cultural heritage, tourism destinations, trade potential and investment opportunities to thousands of international visitors attending the Games.…
Ghana-Korea Heritage Programme Concludes with Focus on Climate Resilience
The Invitational Programme for Policy Makers under the Korea-Ghana Heritage Project has successfully concluded in the Republic of Korea after two weeks of intensive policy engagement, knowledge sharing and field visits aimed at strengthening the protection of Ghana's World Heritage sites. The programme brought together policymakers and heritage experts for lectures, policy discussions and visits to heritage conservation sites, laying…
ECOWAS launches technical fact finding mission to Sierra Leone for Stabilization Fund
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), through its Regional Fund for Stabilization and Development (FRSD), officially launched today a high-level technical mission to the Republic of Sierra Leone, marking the commencement of the project preparation phase following the country's selection as the newest beneficiary Member State of the Fund. The mission, taking place from 20 to 26 July…
