Story by: Daniel Kwabena Asare Director of the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, Dr. Collins Rawlings Nunyonameh, has stated emphatically that Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was not overthrown due to dictatorship or corruption but rather for his success against imperialism. According to him, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) fear his perseverance and success to such an extent that they connived with internal collaborators and facilitated his removal. As part of an annual event, the Socialist Movement of Ghana (SMG) commemorated the First President of the Republic, Osaegyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, reflecting on his successes and the events leading to his overthrow, observed as “Ghana's Day of Shame”. The theme for this year's commemoration was "60 Years after Ghana’s Day of Shame: Imperialism on the Rampage." The

February 24,2026 Africa stands at a crossroads in its energy transition. As the continent accelerates toward cleaner power sources and a modernised grid, experts are increasingly emphasising one strategic imperative: education and workforce development must underpin every policy, investment and international cooperation plan. This was the central theme of Professor Ivan Cardillo’s keynote during the Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission webinar - a collaborative initiative by the Africa–China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law. African Governments should modernise education systems to produce graduates skilled in renewable energy installation, smart-grid management, and digital energy systems, Professor Cardillo said, elaborating on why renewable and digital skills must become

As global energy markets pivot toward a low-carbon future, Africa’s critical mineral wealth is emerging not merely as an export commodity but as a foundation for industrial transformation - a message emphasised by Professor Ivan Cardillo, founder and chairman of the Institute of Chinese Law, during the webinar - Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission, jointly organised by the Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law.“Africa’s dominance of certain critical minerals represents an opportunity for value addition,” Professor Cardillo said, urging policymakers and private sector leaders to pursue strategic value addition rather than continued reliance on raw commodity exports.Africa holds a commanding share of the

Africa stands at a crossroads in its energy transition. As the continent accelerates toward cleaner power sources and a modernised grid, experts are increasingly emphasising one strategic imperative: education and workforce development must underpin every policy, investment and international cooperation plan. This was the central theme of Professor Ivan Cardillo’s keynote during the Toward a Shared Green Future: China, Africa and the Strategic Reconfiguration of Global Energy Transmission webinar - a collaborative initiative by the Africa–China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA) and the Institute of Chinese Law. African Governments should modernise education systems to produce graduates skilled in renewable energy installation, smart-grid management, and digital energy systems, Professor Cardillo said, elaborating on why renewable and digital skills must become mainstays

The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has laid before Parliament the Value for Money Office Bill, describing it as a decisive step to tackle chronic inefficiencies in Ghana’s public financial management system. Presenting the Bill on the floor of the House, Dr. Forson said the proposed legislation is aimed at addressing persistent challenges including inflated contracts, abandoned projects, cost overruns and wasteful public expenditure. According to the Minister, the Bill seeks to institutionalise a comprehensive value for money framework to ensure that every cedi spent by Government delivers maximum benefit to citizens in terms of economy, efficiency, effectiveness, equity and sustainability. He explained that the proposed Value for Money Office will function as a specialised and independent oversight institution with a

Story By: Daniel Kwabena Asare The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has commended the Government of Ghana and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for their bold and timely directive banning the entry of transit goods for some selected products through the Aflao border including spaghetti and tin tomatoes According to the Association This decisive intervention is a significant step toward safeguarding local industries, protecting government revenue and strengthening regulatory control at the nation’s borders For several years, the influx of transit goods through land borders has posed serious challenges to legitimate businesses, undermined local manufacturing, distorted market competition and import ecosystem, particularly within the food and beverages sector, where unregulated inflows of goods have had severe implications for local producers and

Story by George Yawson VINEH President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mr. Aaron Kanor as the Acting Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).The appointment, which takes immediate effect, forms part of ongoing efforts by the government to strengthen revenue mobilization and enhance efficiency within the country’s customs administration.Mr. Kanor is expected to oversee operations at the Customs Division, ensuring strict compliance with customs laws, improving trade facilitation, and intensifying the fight against smuggling and revenue leakages at the nation’s ports and borders.Mr. Kanor is an accomplished Customs professional with over three decades ofdistinguished service in revenue mobilization, border security, and trade facilitation atGRA. He has a wealth of experience, strategic insight, and dedication to Public

Story by George Yawson VINEH In a heartfelt show of support for Ghana’s vibrant cultural landscape, a brand-new Suzuki saloon car was officially donated today to the Pan African Heritage World Museum (PAHWM). The gesture underscores the growing community and corporate backing for the museum’s mission to preserve and celebrate Ghana’s rich history, arts, and heritage.The donation ceremony took place in Accra, with representatives from the museum board and the media. The sleek, modern Suzuki vehicle generously contributed by a Ghanaian business partner, Chief Executive of Svani Group Tommy Svanikier, will be used chiefly for administrative purposes and educational resources across the country.Handing over the key, Mr. Tommy called on private and corporate institutions to lead the charge of supporting