Ghana’s Parliament has published a list of 28 MPs who missed multiple sittings without permission in early 2025, prompting Speaker Alban Bagbin to warn that persistent absenteeism could lead to seat forfeiture under the 1992 Constitution.

Ghanaians spent over GHS 4 billion abroad in 2023, with Ashanti and Greater Accra leading outbound travel, according to a GSS report that urges new policies to boost domestic tourism and retain revenue locally

The Ghana Statistical Service has called for new tourism and economic policies to retain more of Ghanaians’ travel spending locally, after revealing that over GHS 4 billion was spent abroad in 2023.

Former National Service Authority boss Osei Assibey Antwi has pleaded not guilty to 14 charges, including stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state, in the GH¢600 million “ghost names” scandal. The Accra High Court has granted him GH¢800 million bail pending trial.

Ghana’s air traffic engineers have suspended their planned strike after emergency talks with the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority. The GCAA assured the public of uninterrupted flight operations through a contingency plan ensuring safety and service stability.

The Ghana Armed Forces have arrested a soldier seen in a viral video assaulting two civilians at a pharmacy inside Burma Camp. Authorities confirm both victims are receiving care as investigations continue. The GAF condemns the act, vowing accountability and discipline within its ranks.

Former Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has described Ghana’s draft Cybersecurity Bill as “dangerous,” warning that it could criminalize ordinary online communication. Civil society groups are calling for transparency and consultation to protect citizens’ digital rights.

The Ghana TVET Service has suspended three principals from Agona Swedru, Sunyani, and Madina Technical Institutes over reports of unauthorized fee collection. The move, part of the government’s Free TVET Policy enforcement, underscores the Service’s zero-tolerance stance on corruption and its commitment to transparency in vocational education.

The Ministry of Education has clarified that the use of Ghanaian languages as the medium of instruction is limited to lower primary levels. Officials explained that the policy aims to strengthen literacy and cultural identity among young learners while ensuring a smooth transition to English at the upper primary level.

The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has announced that the government is preparing to roll out a national gun amnesty program aimed at reducing the circulation of illegal firearms across Ghana. The initiative will allow citizens to surrender unregistered weapons without facing prosecution, as part of efforts to strengthen national security and prevent armed violence.

A Sprinter mini-bus and a reversing Jeep collided near the Kasoa tollbooth in Ghana’s Central Region on October 26, 2025. Several fatalities are feared and many are injured as emergency teams respond.

The 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz enters its one-eighth stage after five days of thrilling preliminaries. Twenty-seven seeded schools rejoin the contest to face top-performing qualifiers in what promises to be a fierce showdown for academic supremacy

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has directed the Ghana Education Service to enforce the use of mother tongue instruction nationwide to enhance learning outcomes and promote inclusive education under President Mahama’s education reset agenda.

Ghana’s Ministry of Health has officially opened applications for qualified Ghanaian nurses to work in Grenada under a new bilateral health partnership. The initiative aims to strengthen international healthcare collaboration, create employment opportunities, and enhance Ghana’s global reputation for nursing excellence.

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has revoked 278 small-scale mining licenses in a major enforcement drive to curb illegal operations and protect the environment.

Ghana’s construction giant J.A. Plant Pool has denied reports of a $2 million state overpayment, citing a documentation error from the Public Procurement Authority.

President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in 37 new High Court Justices at the Jubilee House, urging them to uphold integrity, impartiality, and professionalism in strengthening Ghana’s justice system. The appointments aim to enhance judicial efficiency and reinforce the rule of law across the country.

President John Dramani Mahama has declared a three-day national mourning period in honour of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, directing that all national flags be flown at half-mast across Ghana and its missions abroad. The gesture recognises her lifetime of service, leadership, and advocacy for women’s empowerment.

Ghana’s Parliament has adjourned following the death of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, known for her campaign for women’s rights and social reform.

Defence lawyers representing Kwabena Adu Boahene walked out of court after a judge rejected their adjournment request in a key Accra High Court case. The incident raises concerns about fairness and procedural rights in Ghana’s judiciary.