By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Ministry of Education is strengthening ties with World Vision Ghana in a renewed effort to improve access to quality education, enhance child protection, and close infrastructure gaps in schools across the country. The renewed collaboration was the focus of a high-level meeting in Accra between the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, and a delegation from World Vision Ghana led by its National Director, Mr. Jean-Claude Mukadi. Commending the organization for its over four-decade-long commitment to development work in Ghana, particularly in underserved communities, the Minister said the time had come to deepen cooperation to reflect 21st-century educational needs, inclusive, safe, and skill-driven. “Our education must meet modern realities. Children must not only be protected offline but also online,”

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP) has issued a strong call for urgent reforms in Ghana’s mining sector, warning that the country faces an environmental crisis if decisive action is not taken. Speaking at a seminar with key mining stakeholders, the Minister highlighted the scale of destruction caused by irresponsible mining, including the loss of 44 forest reserves and over 5,500 hectares of forest cover. “Our water bodies are at dangerous levels. Ghana Water is shutting down treatment plants because the water is too polluted to be treated. If we don’t act now, we may not have a country left,” he stated. Hon. Buah further revealed that large-scale mining companies have held concessions for decades without developing

By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Ministry of Education has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with eLearning Africa, confirming Ghana as the host country for the 18th edition of the eLearning Africa Conference, scheduled to take place in Accra from June 3 to 5, 2026. The signing ceremony, held at the Ministry of Education in Accra, brought together ministry officials, representatives from eLearning Africa, and key players in the education sector. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister for Education, Hon. Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, described the partnership as a significant milestone in Ghana’s journey toward digital transformation in education. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to leveraging technology to improve learning outcomes and broaden access to quality education. “This agreement reflects our broader national

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has underscored the urgent need to reshape Ghana’s basic school curriculum to reflect not just academic priorities, but the moral, social and cultural values needed to build a responsible future generation. Speaking during the inauguration of the governing boards of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NASIA) and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) in Accra, the minister said the ministry has constituted a committee to work with the new NaCCA board on an upcoming review of the kindergarten and primary school curricula. “I want to emphasize the importance of the standards-based curriculum for basic schools,” Mr. Iddrisu said. “This review must incorporate foundational learning, national culture, and the values of our heritage. There must also

By Stanley Kwabla Arku Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed deep concern over growing reports of students gaining access to dangerous weapons, including firearms, on school campuses. Speaking on during the inauguration of governing boards of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NASIA) and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) in Accra, the minister described the trend as “worrying” and called for immediate and coordinated action across the education sector. “We have repeatedly heard reports of students gaining access to weapons including, in some instances, firearms, on school campuses,” Mr. Iddrisu said. “This situation reflects poorly on school management and the role of school inspectors. We must ask: how did the student gain access to such a weapon?” He noted that such

By Stanley Kwabla Arku The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry (GhCCI), Cherry Emmanuel, says the government’s ambition to roll out a 24-hour economy can only be realised if the private sector is given a clear and active role in shaping the agenda. Speaking to journalists after the launch of the Ghana Investment and Trade Week (GITW) in Accra, Mr. Emmanuel stressed that while the idea of a 24-hour economy is commendable, it cannot succeed without a structured roadmap that defines the contribution and responsibilities of the private sector. “We want to help shape government policy — including the 24-hour economy,” he said. “But a 24-hour economy can only be materialised if the private sector has a clear route

By: Braimah Abdul Majeed The people of Tatale have officially welcomed Mary Tagba as their new District Chief Executive (DCE), a move widely seen as a turning point for the district’s development and governance. Her endorsement has sparked a sense of unity and renewed optimism among residents as they look forward to an improved economy and livelihood. In her acceptance speech, Hon. Mary Tagba expressed her profound gratitude to the community for the trust imposed in her and pledged full dedication to inclusive development. She emphasized her passion for education, referencing her background as a professional teacher, and assured residents that she would work tirelessly to uplift the youth. She also committed to addressing the growing menace of drug abuse and working to resolve

By: Prince-Kelvin Setrick The Volta Region’s commemoration of this year’s International Yoga Day has seen the regional capital, Ho, hosted a Yoga session as part of activities to mark the day. In attendance was the Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, who called on Ghanaians to consider joining Yoga sessions to help address stress and health related issues, a situation he said is not only prevalent but also on the ascendancy. Yoga is an ancient Indian tradition dating back to 5000 years. It is the holistic approach to the union of mind, body and soul. Yoga is about good health, happiness and living in perfect harmony with our surroundings. The practice of Yoga transcends geographical boundaries, making it universal heritage of mankind.Recognising Yoga's global appeal