Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has donated sanitary and hygiene supplies to the New Horizon Special School in Accra to support the welfare of pupils and staff.The donation was made during the school’s annual Fun Day and Games, which brought together children with special needs, teachers, caregivers and parents for a day of sporting activities and celebration.Items presented included 50 boxes of soap, 100 boxes of sanitary pads and 50 bags of washing soap to improve hygiene and sanitation at the school. The Vice President said access to basic sanitary supplies is essential to safeguarding the health and dignity of children, particularly in special learning environments.“Access to basic sanitary supplies is not a luxury; it is essential to the

Story by George Yawson VinehThe Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has expressed appreciation after being honored with an award by FAKS Investigative Services as the 2nd Best Chief Executive Officer for 2025. The recognition highlights the CEO’s leadership and commitment to institutional reforms, innovation, and improved service delivery at the DVLA. Receiving the award, the DVLA boss described the honor as a testament to the collective efforts of management and staff, whose dedication continues to transform the Authority’s operations. He noted that the progress made over the period reflects the Authority’s focus on enhancing efficiency, transparency, and customer satisfaction across its service centers. The CEO further reaffirmed his commitment to deepening reforms aimed at modernizing the DVLA and ensuring it

​On January 1, 2026, Ghana embarked on a landmark journey towards a more transparent and efficient tax system. The recent VAT reforms represent a strategic shift from the old “Flat Rate” and “cascading” models towards a standard and unified regime. While any major policy change can spark debate, it is essential to look beyond the surface numbers to understand the material benefits these reforms bring to the Ghanaian economy. ​The Efficiency of the Standard Rate ​A common misconception in the marketplace is that moving from a 4% flat rate to a 20% standard rate automatically translates to higher prices. This view, however, only considers the output VAT (the tax seen by the consumer) while ignoring the transformative changes to input VAT (the

Story by George Yawson Vineh In recent weeks, debates have arisen in some communities about the removal of billboards. Some have suggested that these actions were ordered by the Regional Minister. However, a press statement released and signed by the Chief Director of the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, Mrs. Lilian Baeka says this narrative is misleading. Stating that the demolition of select outdoor advertising structures is not the result of a regional political decision, nor is it a tool of local power. Instead, it reflects a national, institutional process aimed at regulating outdoor signage for safety, urban planning, and aesthetic standards. Why Outdoor Signage Needs RegulationBillboards and other outdoor advertising structures are a visible part of modern cities. When installed responsibly, they

Story by George Yawson Vineh The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has expressed its readiness to engage Abossey Okai Spare Parts Traders Association  to address concerns raised of unfair burden on spare parts traders relating to the new Value Added Tax regime. This assurance came through a press statement issued on Wednesday 10 February, 2026 issued by the authority’s the Communication and Public Affairs department. The association say while they remain committed to fulfilling their tax obligations, they are worried about what they describe as inconsistent valuation practices at the ports, high import charges, and the cost of doing business. According to them, these challenges are affecting profit margins and, in some cases, forcing dealers to pass on the burden to consumers.In

Story by George Yawson Vineh. The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development has expressed concern over low compliance with regulations governing Ghana’s fisheries industry. She made these remarks during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting with members of the Ghana Industrial Trawlers Association and the Tuna Association of Ghana. According to the Minister, adherence to Fisheries andAquaculture Acts 2025(Act1146) is critical to sustaining the country’s marine resources and protecting livelihoods within the sector. She stressed that illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing activities continue to threaten fish stocks and undermine efforts to rebuild the industry. The Minister noted that while the government has introduced several reforms and monitoring measures, the success of these initiatives depends heavily on cooperation from industry players. She urged trawler operators and tuna companies to

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah Buah (MP) has held a strategic meeting with Mr. Denys Denya, Senior Vice President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), to discuss collaboration on developing Ghana’s minerals sector. The strategic bilateral discussions took place on the opening day of the 2026 edition of the Invest in Africa Mining Indaba. They focused on advancing priority projects in gold, bauxite, and iron ore, with emphasis on mobilising long-term financing, supporting value addition, and strengthening regional minerals supply chains. Hon. Buah briefed Afreximbank on the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP), Ghana’s flagship cooperative mining and processing initiative. The programme aims to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining, improve traceability, and support responsible gold