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

Story by George Yawson Vineh Democracy is often described as “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” At its best, it means every citizen has a voice and a vote no matter their background, income, or social status. But what happens when money becomes tied to political influence, especially through franchise systems like political party funding, campaign spending, and special interest contributions? Too often, the result is that wealth begins to shape power more than the people do.In politics, franchise refers to the right to vote and the broader power to participate in democratic processes. When people talk about money entering the franchise, they’re usually referring to how financial resources affect political participation and influence not just at

H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Chairperson of the Africa Prosperity Network (APN) Advisory Council, has highlighted Botswana, Namibia, and Zambia as examples of successful borderless trade in Africa, urging other countries to embrace regional integration to boost economic growth. She made the remarks while delivering her welcome address at the Africa Prosperity Network Dialogue (APD) 2026 in Accra on Wednesday, 4th February. APD 2026, held under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade,” brings together African leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators to explore strategies for deepening intra-African trade and fostering inclusive economic development. Speaking to participants, Dr. Dlamini-Zuma said Africa’s single market could thrive only if trade barriers are removed, and small businesses, women, and youth