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Parliament to introduce biometric attendance, electronic voting systems
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 05th Nov, 2026 » Parliament to introduce biometric attendance, electronic voting systems PARLIAMENT is to introduce a fully biometric attendance system for Members of Parliament (MPs), replacing the traditional paper-based register, as part of efforts to strengthen accountability, transparency and efficiency in parliamentary proceedings.
Minority seeks review of Speaker’s ruling on narcotics inquiry
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 04th Nov, 2026 » Minority seeks review of Speaker’s ruling on narcotics inquiry THE Minority Caucus in Parliament has filed a motion seeking a review of the Speaker’s decision to reject its earlier request for a parliamentary inquiry into the increasing number of narcotics trafficking cases linked to Ghana.
Ghana: Parliament Raises Concern Over Increasing Missing Drip Machines
Parliament's Committee on Local Government and Rural Development has expressed concern over the increasing cases of missing District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) machines at various Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), blaming the situation partly on the failure to properly document and insure the equipment.
KMA seeks funding for new landfill site • As Kumasi generates 2,500 tonnes of waste daily
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 29th Oct, 2026 » KMA seeks funding for new landfill site • As Kumasi generates 2,500 tonnes of waste daily The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) is seeking €6 million in financial support to construct a new engineered landfill site to address the growing sanitation challenge in the Metropolis, where more than 2,500 tonnes of waste are generated daily.
Registration opens for 24th Accra Seniors Tennis Championship
Sports Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 29th Oct, 2026 » Registration opens for 24th Accra Seniors Tennis Championship Registration has opened for the 24th Accra Senior Open Tennis Tournament, offering professional and amateur players an opportunity to participate in the competition. The tournament, organised by the Accra Lawn Tennis Club, is scheduled to take place from Monday, November 23 to Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Top Headlines: Mineral Resources
THE Minister of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST), Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged mining companies to comply with laws and regulations governing the extractive industry to minimise the environmental impact of their operations on mining communities. She said it was unjust for communities hosting mining activities to suffer environmental degradation and deforestation as a result of mining operations.
Ghana: Asenso-Boakye Warns Mmdas Against Recurring Audit Irregularities
The Ranking Member of Parliament's Committee on Local Government and Decentralisation, Mr Francis Asenso-Boakye, has cautioned Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) against allowing audit irregularities to recur year after year without meaningful corrective action.
Prof. Prempeh calls for consensus on constitutional reforms
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 30th Sep, 2026 » Prof. Prempeh calls for consensus on constitutional reforms The Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee, Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh, has called for broad consensus among political actors, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of Ghana’s ongoing constitutional reform process.
PDS termination: Govt urged to avoid repeat of mistakes
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 23rd Sep, 2026 » PDS termination: Govt urged to avoid repeat of mistakes The government has been urged to draw lessons from the Power Distribution Services (PDS) agreement, which was terminated in 2019, and ensure greater due diligence and transparency in future state transactions. Three resource persons said the termination of the agreement had cost the country financially, stressing that the mistakes associated with the deal should not be repeated.
Ghana: Operation Clear Agbogbloshie Begins - 1m Tonnes of Waste to Go in 90 Days
A MASSIVE 90-day operation to remove one million metric tonnes of waste from Agbogbloshie, Old Fadama and surrounding communities has begun, as part of efforts to restore the polluted Korle Lagoon and reclaim one of Accra's most degraded environmental zones. The exercise is expected to clear huge mountains of refuse that have accumulated in the area, choking waterways, worsening flooding and exposing thousands of residents to serious sanitation and environmental hazards.
ECOWAS lawmakers urged to step up climate action
Ghana The Speaker of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament, Mrs Hadja Memounatou Ibrahima, has called for renewed commitment by lawmakers to tackling the growing impact of climate change on the sub-region. She said the increasing incidence of flooding, heat waves and rising sea levels required collective action from lawmakers and other stakeholders, … The post ECOWAS lawmakers urged to step up climate action appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Operation clear Agbogbloshie begins:1m tonnes of waste to go in 90 days
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 22nd Sep, 2026 » Operation clear Agbogbloshie begins:1m tonnes of waste to go in 90 days A MASSIVE 90-day operation to remove one million metric tonnes of waste from Agbogbloshie, Old Fadama and surrounding communities has begun, as part of efforts to restore the polluted Korle Lagoon and reclaim one of Accra’s most degraded environmental zones.
Ghana/Cote d'Ivoire: Netball - Golden Maidens to Face Cote d'Ivoire in Int'l Friendly
The national netball female team, Golden Maidens, is scheduled to take on their Ivorian counterparts in an international friendly encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium. The two-day friendly encounter would start at 3p.m. each day from September 10-11.
Ghana: Minority Challenges Legality of Supreme Court Nominees' Vetting · Stages a Walkout
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has opposed the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees, describing the exercise as unconstitutional and contrary to the Standing Orders of Parliament, resulting in a walkout by its members on the Appointments Committee yesterday. The nominees are Justice Sophia Rosetta Oduokuwa Bernasko Essah, Justice Edward Amoako Asante and Mr Anthony Forson Jnr.
Minority challenges legality of Supreme Court nominees’ vetting • Stages a walkout
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 28th Aug, 2026 » Minority challenges legality of Supreme Court nominees’ vetting • Stages a walkout The Minority Caucus in Parliament has opposed the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees, describing the exercise as unconstitutional and contrary to the Standing Orders of Parliament, resulting in a walkout by its members on the Appointments Committee yesterday.
Ghana: Mahama's Agalga Announcement Procedurally Wrong - Bagbin · NDC Writes to Speaker
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has described as procedurally incorrect President John Dramani Mahama's announcement of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Builsa North, Mr James Agalga, as the new Majority Leader. According to the Speaker, the announcement was contrary to the Standing Orders of Parliament, which prescribe the procedure for changes in the leadership of the Majority and Minority caucuses.
Mahama’s Agalga announcement procedurally wrong – Bagbin • NDC writes to Speaker
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 26th Aug, 2026 » Mahama’s Agalga announcement procedurally wrong – Bagbin • NDC writes to Speaker The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has described as procedurally incorrect President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Builsa North, Mr James Agalga, as the new Majority Leader.
FDA raises concern over porous borders, unapproved routes
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 19th Aug, 2026 » FDA raises concern over porous borders, unapproved routes The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has raised concerns over the porous nature of Ghana’s borders and the numerous unapproved routes, which it says are hampering its efforts to prevent sub-standard food and medicines from entering the country.
MoGCSP targets zero child marriage by 2030 • Advocates support for teenage mothers to return to sch
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 17th Aug, 2026 » MoGCSP targets zero child marriage by 2030 • Advocates support for teenage mothers to return to sch The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has called for stronger support systems to enable teenage mothers to return to school and continue their education after childbirth.
Ghana: Parliament Recalled to Consider Urgent Business
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has recalled the House from recess to consider urgent parliamentary business. Parliament will sit from Monday, August 24, to Friday, August 28, 2026, with proceedings on Friday ending at noon. Mr Bagbin, in accordance with Standing Order 58(4), directed the recall in a press statement issued and signed by him and copied to The Ghanaian Times on Wednesday.
Ghana: Climate Change Now Economic Challenge - Minister
The Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John Mburidiba, has described climate change as one of the biggest threats to Ghana's socio-economic development. He said rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall patterns, prolonged droughts, floods, bushfires and land degradation continued to threaten agriculture, food security, water resources and livelihoods across the country.
Climate change now economic challenge — Minister
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 07th Aug, 2026 » Climate change now economic challenge — Minister The Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John Mburidiba, has described climate change as one of the biggest threats to Ghana’s socio-economic development. He said rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall patterns, prolonged droughts, floods, bushfires and land degradation continued to threaten agriculture, food security, water resources and livelihoods across the country.
Don’t assent to Tribunals Bill -Minority Leader urges Pres
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 03rd Aug, 2026 » Don’t assent to Tribunals Bill -Minority Leader urges Pres Parliament on Friday adjourned sine die, with the Minority Caucus calling on President John Dramani Mahama not to assent to the recently passed Tribunals Bill. The bill, which has generated mixed reactions, seeks to address gaps in the country’s legal framework on tribunals by providing a clear constitutional and statutory basis for their operation within Ghana’s democratic system.
Ghana: LGBTQ+ Bill to Be Reintroduced Today - Speaker
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has indicated that the Human Sexual Right and Family Values Bill, 2026, is likely to be re-introduced today. According to Mr Bagbin, he was not satisfied with the sentencing regime and sanctions of the bill and therefore called for its re-introduction to the House. Additionally, he said that only three clauses would be considered when the bill was re-introduced before Parliament.
Ghana: Parliament Approves Expenditure for Electronic Revenue Generation Platform
Parliament has approved a multi-year expenditure commitment by the government, through the Ministry of Finance, for the development, implementation and deployment of digital and electronic platforms to enhance revenue generation. The approval followed the adoption of the Finance Committee's reports on Tuesday.
Parliament approves expenditure for electronic revenue generation platform
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 30th Jul, 2026 » Parliament approves expenditure for electronic revenue generation platform Parliament has approved a multi-year expenditure commitment by the government, through the Ministry of Finance, for the development, implementation and deployment of digital and electronic platforms to enhance revenue generation. The approval followed the adoption of the Finance Committee’s reports on Tuesday.
Parliament launches National Integrity Awards Scheme
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 28th Jul, 2026 » Parliament launches National Integrity Awards Scheme Parliament has launched the National Integrity Awards Scheme (NIAS) to recognise and reward individuals and institutions that uphold ethical conduct, transparency, accountability and integrity in public life.
MPs cautioned against offensive language during proceedings
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 27th Jul, 2026 » MPs cautioned against offensive language during proceedings The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and MP for Akatsi South, Mr Bernard Ahiafor, has cautioned Members of Parliament against making offensive or misleading comments during parliamentary proceedings. According to him, such remarks violated the Standing Orders and rules governing parliamentary proceedings and could lead to disorderliness.
Ghana: Parliament Approves U.S.$300 Million Credit Facility Agreement
Parliament has approved a US$300 million Credit Facility Agreement between the Government of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group to finance the Secondary Education Transformation for Access, Relevance and Results for Jobs (STARR-J) project. The project aims to expand access to secondary education, improve its quality and relevance, and strengthen institutional systems.
Parliament approves US$300 million Credit Facility Agreement
Africa Parliament has approved a US$300 million Credit Facility Agreement between the Government of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group to finance the Secondary Education Transformation for Access, Relevance and Results for Jobs (STARR-J) project. The project aims to expand access to secondary education, improve its quality and relevance, and … The post Parliament approves US$300 million Credit Facility Agreement appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Ghana: MPs Must Put Interest of Ghanaians Above Personal Ambitions - Justice Atuguba
Retired Supreme Court Justice William A. Atuguba has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to put the interests of Ghanaians above their personal ambitions and party loyalties. According to Justice Atuguba, many MPs in the Ninth Parliament were serving their own interests and those of their political parties rather than the electorate.
Ghana: Ken Ashigbey Reacts to 'Wontumi's' Incarceration
The Convenor of the Media Coalition Against Galamsey-Ghana (MCAG), Mr Ken Ashigbey, has commended the government for ensuring the successful prosecution of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr Bernard Antwi Boasiako, over his involvement in illegal mining. Mr Boasiako was yesterday convicted and sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment by High Court 4, General Jurisdiction in Accra.
Ken Ashigbey reacts to ‘Wontumi’s’ incarceration
Crime Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 21st Jul, 2026 » Ken Ashigbey reacts to ‘Wontumi’s’ incarceration The Convenor of the Media Coalition Against Galamsey-Ghana (MCAG), Mr Ken Ashigbey, has commended the government for ensuring the successful prosecution of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr Bernard Antwi Boasiako, over his involvement in illegal mining.
Ghana: Parliament Adopts Tribunals Bill After Heated Debate
Parliament last Thursday passed the Tribunals Bill, 2026, despite a walk-out by the Minority Caucus, which strongly opposed the legislation. The bill seeks to address gaps in the country's legal framework on tribunals by providing a clear constitutional and statutory basis for their operation within Ghana's democratic system. It is also intended to remove the historical stigma associated with public tribunals and promote the efficient administration of justice.
Parliament adopts Tribunals Bill after heated debate
Africa Parliament last Thursday passed the Tribunals Bill, 2026, despite a walk-out by the Minority Caucus, which strongly opposed the legislation. The bill seeks to address gaps in the country’s legal framework on tribunals by providing a clear constitutional and statutory basis for their operation within Ghana’s democratic system. It is also intended to remove the … The post Parliament adopts Tribunals Bill after heated debate appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
PAC calls for urgent re-tooling of teaching hospitals
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Wed 15th Jul, 2026 » PAC calls for urgent re-tooling of teaching hospitals The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has urged the government to adequately resource teaching hospitals with the medical equipment required to improve healthcare delivery across the country.
DVLA impounds 85 illegally imported vehicles
Crime Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 14th Jul, 2026 » DVLA impounds 85 illegally imported vehicles The introduction of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority’s (DVLA) clone detection system in May this year has so far led to the impoundment of 85 illegally imported vehicles, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Authority, Mr Julius Neequaye Kotey, has disclosed.
Parliament passes Community Service Bill
Africa Parliament has passed the Community Service Bill, 2026 to introduce community service as an alternative to custodial sentences. The bill was passed after the Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, moved the motion for its third reading on Wednesday. It establishes administrative structures, including the National Community Service Secretariat, and provides for an electronic … The post Parliament passes Community Service Bill appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Diamond Rockets off to Botswana for 2026 Billie Jean King Cup
Sports Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 10th Jul, 2026 » Diamond Rockets off to Botswana for 2026 Billie Jean King Cup The Diamond Rockets, Ghana’s national women’s tennis team, yesterday left for Botswana to participate in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Africa Group III. The tournament, which is scheduled to commence on Monday, would bring together 10 other African countries that would be joining Ghana to compete for promotion to the Europe/Africa Group II next year.
Street Academy to hold 2026 health walk Saturday
Sports Home » Ghanaian Times » Thu 09th Jul, 2026 » Street Academy to hold 2026 health walk Saturday The Street Academy, a sports and culture organisation, will on Saturday organise the 26th edition of its annual health walk in Accra. The walk, to be held under the theme: ‘Feet on the Street, Hope in Motion,’ will start at the Accra Art Centre and proceed through the principal streets of Accra to James Town and return to the starting point.
Promote professionalism, fairness, discipline …Immigration Commanders urged
News Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 07th Jul, 2026 » Promote professionalism, fairness, discipline …Immigration Commanders urged Regional Commanders of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) have been urged to promote professionalism, fairness, discipline and teamwork within their respective commands to strengthen the service’s effectiveness and Ghana’s security architecture.
Govt considers adoption of Anti-witchcraft Accusation Bill
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Tue 30th Jun, 2026 » Govt considers adoption of Anti-witchcraft Accusation Bill The government is considering the adoption of the Anti-Witchcraft Accusation Bill, a Private Member’s Bill sponsored by the Member of Parliament for Madina, Mr Francis-Xavier Sosu, to criminalise witchcraft accusations in the country.
135.843 metric tonnes of gold purchased under GoldBod programme in 17 months – Nyarko Ampem
Hot! Home » Ghanaian Times » Fri 26th Jun, 2026 » 135.843 metric tonnes of gold purchased under GoldBod programme in 17 months – Nyarko Ampem The government purchased a total of 135.843 metric tonnes of gold, valued at approximately US$16.1 billion, between January 2025 and May 2026, the Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has said.
Ghana: Private Gun Permits Revoked · New Strict Re-Registration Process Announced
The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has announced the immediate revocation of all permits for privately owned firearms. He explained that the decision was taken in response to a disturbing trend in which some licensed firearm holders were using their weapons to take their own lives.
Ghana: Adwoa Safo Injured in Shooting Incident... Police Launch Probe
Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, sustained a gunshot injury and was rushed to hospital on Sunday following a shooting incident near the residence of her late father, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region. According to reports, the incident occurred as Mrs Safo was heading to the residence to attend a ceremony organised by the Kristo Asafo Church to introduce a new leader following the death of the church's founder.
Adwoa Safo injured in shooting incident… Police launch probe
Crime Home » Ghanaian Times » Mon 22nd Jun, 2026 » Adwoa Safo injured in shooting incident… Police launch probe Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, sustained a gunshot injury and was rushed to hospital on Sunday following a shooting incident near the residence of her late father, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region.
Ghana: Govt Spends Gh¢888m On No Academic Fees Policy in 2 Years
A total of 312,448 students have benefited from the No Academic Fees Policy over two academic years at a cost of GH¢888.8 million, the Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has disclosed. According to the minister, 152,698 students benefited from the policy at a cost of GH¢399.3 million during the 2024/2025 academic year, while 159,750 students benefited at a cost of GH¢489.4 million in the 2025/2026 academic year.
Govt spends GH¢888m on No Academic Fees Policy in 2 years
Africa A total of 312,448 students have benefited from the No Academic Fees Policy over two academic years at a cost of GH¢888.8 million, the Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has disclosed. According to the minister, 152,698 students benefited from the policy at a cost of GH¢399.3 million during the 2024/2025 academic year, while 159,750 … The post Govt spends GH¢888m on No Academic Fees Policy in 2 years appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Afari Hospital: Only $500,000 outstanding, not $85m – Minority
Africa The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus in Parliament has denied claims by the government that a total of US$85 million remained outstanding to the contractor working on the Afari Military Hospital in the Ashanti Region.According to the caucus, the outstanding amount owed the contractor working on the project was US$ 500,000, and not US$85million … The post Afari Hospital: Only $500,000 outstanding, not $85m – Minority appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Traders record low sales of Black Stars paraphernalia
Africa Dealers of Black Stars paraphernalia, including Ghana flags and jerseys, have bemoaned low patronage ahead of the team’s opening FIFA World Cup Group L fixture against Panama today. Speaking to The Ghanaian Times on Monday, traders operating at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange and Osu Oxford Street attributed the situation to the low level of confidence … The post Traders record low sales of Black Stars paraphernalia appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
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