By Makiza Micheline Latifa The Government of Ghana has officially launched a new chip-embedded polycarbonate passport as part of efforts to enhance national security and improve service delivery for its citizens. The new passport, unveiled today in Accra by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, features advanced security technology, including a micro Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chip and over 100 overt and covert security elements. The biographical data page is now produced using durable, tamper-resistant polycarbonate material, replacing the traditional laminated paper. According to officials, the upgraded passport meets the latest standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and will ease international travel for Ghanaians while preventing identity fraud and document forgery. In addition to its security improvements, the new

By: Maxwell Woyram Tsigbe The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams, has assured of his ministry’s commitment to publishing future match-related budgets for national teams beforehand to enable the public carry out a comprehensive scrutiny on them before the games are played. According to him, the move is aimed at fostering transparency in the management of funds allocated for the male senior national team – Black Stars and other national teams. In a media engagement on Friday, April 25, 2025, the Minister clarified issues on the cost of funding for the Black Stars at the quadrennial event which has ignited intense public debate and fierce criticism. “There has been a matter of concern for many of you about the cost of

BY: DANIEL ASARE American Black Attorney, Benjamin Crump and his legal firm in conjunction with the Diaspora African Forum have paid homage to five iconic black activists which includes “ Henrietta Lacks and Delia Taylor” on its Sankofa Wall Here in Accra. This memorial wall has the names of renowned leaders, academicians, activists and family members most of whom had the African Dream but never got to tour Ghana In an engagement with the Press, Her Excellency Dr. Erica Benette noted that The African Union (AU), the Heads of States all 54, understand now; to move Africa forward we got to include the Diaspora. American Black Attorney, Benjamin Crump thanked founder of the Diaspora African Forum, H.E. Dr. Erica Bennett and said the work

Hon. Joseph Awal Antwi who is a week old in his office as the Municipal Chief Executive of Nkwanta South met the media in the Municipality to discuss the way forward of the constituency. According to the MCE, NDC believe in the media, he stated that the media can strongly help develop a nation and about the policies of the government and their idea of resetting the country, they as a political party can not do it without the Media. Hon. MCE continue by saying that Nkwanta South Municipality is a the biggest constituency in the Oti Region and therefore there is a way the media can help champion the municipal for investors to have interest. Hon. Joseph Awal Antwi stated that Nkwanta

Story by George Yawson Vineh The Administrator of the Minerals Development Fund (MDF), Dr. Hannah Bissiw-Kotei is calling on stakeholders in the mining sector to consider forming a taskforce on Cooperate Social Responsibility (CSR) tracker, and Polluter Pays Principle (PPP), hoping that it will allow mining companies to accurately declare their profits and ensure those who damage forest and water bodies pay for it. She made this call at a stakeholders’ forum aimed at providing platform for key actors in mining to deliberate strategies to maximize and equitably distribute mineral benefits.She further assured of setting a training and equip over two thousand, five hundred young people in mining communities this year to strengthen community engagement in mining areas.

By Makiza Micheline Latifa Ghana will officially roll out its new chip-embedded polycarbonate passport on Monday, April 28 — a landmark upgrade in the country’s efforts to enhance document security and align with international standards. Announcing the development at a press briefing, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, described the initiative as a major step forward in safeguarding the integrity of Ghanaian travel documents.He also outlined a series of passport reform measures designed to improve the application and issuance process nationwide. These include transitioning from biometric to chip-embedded passports, introducing 24-hour passport processing services, implementing courier-based passport delivery to applicants’ doorsteps, and launching an electronic tracking system to enable applicants to monitor the status of their applications. Additionally, the government plans to

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno in keeping with his promise to wage a relentless war on illegal mining activities (galamsey) has reshuffled Police commanders in galamsey prone areas. This is said to be the first phase of the reshuffle exercise as many more are expected to follow to inject fresh energy in the fight against illegal mining activities in the country. Police Commands affected include some Divisional and District Commanders mainly in the Eastern South, Western and Western North Police Regions. In a related development, the Ghana Police Service has made a major breakthrough in its war against illegal mining (galamsey). A special four continuous days intelligence-led anti-galamsey operations which started on 17th April, 2025 within the Samreboi enclave in the

By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Office of the Vice President joined communities across the Volta Region over the Easter weekend to mark various traditional festivals, extend goodwill, and support ongoing development efforts. At the Dzita Easter Grand Durbar in the Anloga District, the Vice President, Her Excellency Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, through her representative, Chief of Staff Mr. Alex Segbefia, conveyed warm wishes to the people. The festival, which has been celebrated since 1998, was highlighted by the presence of the Awomefia, Torgbui Sri III, and offered a platform to address critical local concerns. Mr. Segbefia commended the community on the completion of the Dzita EP Basic School, describing it as a significant milestone in local educational development. He further assured the people