YAWC Network Senior Official Embarks On Strategic Visit To Zambia And Zimbabwe LOCAL NEWS by George Vineh Yawson - April 22, 2026April 22, 20260 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE High-Level Nine-Day Diplomatic Mission to Deepen Pan-African Partnerships Ahead of Organisation's 10th Anniversary ACCRA, GHANA – A member of the Global Governing Council and Director for Legal, International Negotiations and Strategic Communications of the Young African Women Congress (YAWC) Network, Nana Freduah Agyeman Osborn, ESQ, has commenced a high-level, nine-day official visit to Zambia and Zimbabwe. The visit forms part of the YAWC Network's strategic drive to forge stronger partnerships and expand its influence across the African continent and the diaspora, as the organisation prepares to mark its 10th anniversary. During the visit, Nana Freduah Agyeman Osborn is expected to engage with key government officials, women's organisations, development partners, and youth leaders in both Zambia and Zimbabwe. Discussions will explore collaborative
Ghana, Sierra Leone Move From Diplomacy To Delivery As PJCC Kicks Off In Accra INTERNATIONAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 21, 2026April 22, 20260 By Makiza Micheline Latifa | April 21, 2026Ghana and Sierra Leone have opened the first full session of their Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation in Accra. The session marks the first full activation of a framework that has existed on paper for over a decade, as both nations commit to transforming goodwill into concrete economic and developmental outcomes.The opening ceremony, held on Tuesday at Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, brought together senior officials from both countries to chart a structured agenda for cooperation across critical sectors, acting on the instructions of both heads of state, whose engagements over the past year laid the political groundwork.A Relationship Built on Shared AspirationsGhana and Sierra Leone have maintained strong bilateral relations over the
Ashiaman gets its share of DVLA Ultra Center to boost service delivery. LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 16, 2026April 16, 20260 In a significant move to decentralize and modernize vehicular services, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially commissioned the Ashaiman Ultra Center.Led by the Chief Executive and his deputies, the high-profile event marked a milestone in the Authority’s commitment to bringing efficient, world-class services closer to the doorsteps of Ghanaians.A Strategic PartnershipThe new facility operates under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement, reflecting a modern approach to infrastructure development. This Ultra Center is strategically positioned to alleviate the pressure on existing offices by serving: • The entire Ashaiman municipality.• Key surrounding industrial and residential enclaves in Tema.Acknowledging Local LeadershipThe successful completion of the project was attributed to the seamless collaboration between the government and local stakeholders. Heartfelt gratitude is extended
DVLA Commissioned Ultra Centres In Tema Metropolis To enhance Service Delivery LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 16, 2026April 16, 20260 In a landmark move to enhance service delivery within the Ledzokuku and Krowor municipalities, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially commissioned the Teshie Nungua Ultra Center.The event was graced by the top hierarchy of the Authority, with the DVLA team led by the Chief Executive and his two deputies, underscoring the strategic importance of this new facility in the Authority’s national expansion drive.A Visionary CollaborationThe Teshie Nungua Ultra Center is the result of a robust Public-Private Partnership (PPP). This collaboration bridges the gap between public service and private efficiency, ensuring that motorists in the enclave no longer have to endure long commutes to central offices. The facility is designed to serve as a one-stop hub for:• Teshie and
Ghana Signs Security and Defence Partnership with EU, Dismisses Sovereignty Concerns AFRICA NEWS by panafricantv - April 14, 2026April 15, 20260 By Makiza Micheline Latifa Ghana has formalised a Security and Defence Partnership with the European Union, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced, positioning the agreement as a strategic response to growing instability across West Africa, particularly the advancing threat of violent extremism from the Sahel and persistent maritime insecurity in the Gulf of Guinea. According to the Ministry, the partnership establishes a structured framework for bilateral cooperation across five key areas: counter-terrorism, maritime security, cybersecurity, border management, and support for peacekeeping and crisis response operations. It also provides for technical assistance, training, and the provision of equipment to Ghana’s security agencies. In a statement issued on April 14, the Ministry was emphatic that the agreement does not open the door to any
Philanthropist Alhaji FuZak Donates Da’wah Bus To Ambariya Sunni Community LOCAL NEWS by panafricantv - April 13, 2026April 13, 20260 Philanthropist Alhaji Hussein Yushaw, popularly known as Alhaji FuZak, has donated a Da’wah bus to the Ambariya Sunni Community in Tamale to support their outreach and preaching activities across the Northern Region and beyond. The bus was presented on his behalf by his personal assistant, Alhaji Mohammed Tahiru, popularly known as Veron. The donation fulfils an earlier promise made to the community to provide a vehicle to assist in their mission of spreading Islamic teachings. Alhaji FuZak has undertaken several development projects in recent years to improve education and living conditions in the Ambariya community. Just a week earlier, he handed over a two-storey building comprising 15 classrooms and offices to the Ambariya school, a facility expected to accommodate more than 2,000 students. He
Ghana Highlights Scalable Housing Solutions at Africa Urban Forum LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 10, 2026April 11, 20260 Ghana has reiterated its commitment to advancing inclusive and sustainable urban development, with a strong emphasis on affordable housing, at the Second Africa Urban Forum (AUF2) in Nairobi.Delivering the country statement, Deputy Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Rita Naa Odoley Sowah (MP), described housing as central to economic participation, social dignity, and environmental resilience.Speaking on behalf of the Government and President John Dramani Mahama, she commended the African Union Commission and partners for convening the forum under the theme “Adequate Housing for All: Advancing Socio-economic and Environmental Transformation towards the realisation of Agenda 2063.”She noted that Ghana’s urban population has grown from 56.7% in 2021 to over 58% in 2025, intensifying pressure on housing and infrastructure.
Ghana’s President Hails Sole Female Astronaut on Artemis II Mission LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 9, 2026April 9, 20260 Story by George Yawson Vineh Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has praised the inclusion of the only female astronaut on the Artemis II mission, describing her achievement as a powerful symbol of inspiration for women and girls across the world. The astronaut, Christina Koch, is part of a historic four-member crew selected by NASA for the first crewed mission to orbit the Moon in over five decades. Artemis II is expected to pave the way for future lunar landings and long-term human presence beyond Earth. In a Facebook post, President Mahama commended Koch’s role, highlighting the importance of gender representation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). He noted that her participation sends a strong message that women can excel in fields
24-HourEconomy Authority,NPA Sign MoU To Implement 24-hour Operations In Petroleum Downstreamsector LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by George Vineh Yawson - April 8, 2026April 8, 20260 By Maxwell Woyram Tsigbe The 24-Hour Economy Authority and the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate the implementation and expansion of 24-hour operations in the downstream petroleum sector of Ghana’s economy. The agreement, signed at the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat in Accra on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, establishes a framework for operational readiness standards, security coordination, and institutional collaboration to support the country's economic transformation programme. Under the MoU, the NPA will develop and enforce 24-hour operational readiness standards covering lighting, security, staffing protocols, digital fuel monitoring, and fire safety across fuel stations, refineries, bulk storage depots, and bulk road vehicle operations. The 24-Hour Economy Authority will coordinate the enabling environment, including security agency deployment and cross-government
Global Cocoa Production Gap: How Dr. Randy Abbey’s Reformist Leadership Is filling the global Void LOCAL NEWS POLITICS by panafricantv - April 8, 2026April 8, 20260 By Adnan Adams MohammedAs the global cocoa market grapples with plummeting supply from traditional powerhouses, all eyes have turned to Ghana. With West African neighbors facing significant production declines, a critical question looms: Can Ghana step in to fill the gap? Under the strategic stewardship of Dr. Randy Abbey, the Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), the answer is a resounding and ambitious "Yes." The Global Supply Crisis: A Window of OpportunityThe international cocoa landscape is currently defined by a "bullish" squeeze. Recent projections highlight a precarious situation for Ghana's competitors:Ivory Coast: Production is expected to fall by 10.8% to 1.65 MMT in the 2025/26 season. Nigeria: The Cocoa Association projects an 11% drop to 305,000 MT for 2025/26.Surplus Volatility: