Category: Government
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Mahama Calls For Stronger Partnership Between Chiefs And Government To Deepen Development
President John Dramani Mahama has called for a stronger partnership between traditional authorities and government to deepen development and improve governance at the district level. Engaging the Ahafo Regional House of Chiefs at the Presidency, President Mahama said chiefs are uniquely positioned to support development in their communities and should play a more meaningful role…
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Mahama Ayariga Engages NCCE and GBC To Provide Live Coverage of MMDA Assembly And Town Hall Meetings
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has disclosed that he has engaged the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) and the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) to roll out a programme to provide live coverage of General Assembly and Town Hall meetings across Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs). In…
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Osudoku Youth Association Presents Seven Demands to President Mahama
The Osudoku Youth Association (OYA) has presented a seven-point petition to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, calling for urgent government intervention in key agricultural, infrastructure, sanitation and water challenges affecting communities in the Osudoku area. The petition was presented on Monday, 14th September 2026, at the Asutsuare Lorry Station.…
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PRESIDENT MAHAMA SWEARS IN NEW INDEPENDENT FISCAL COUNCIL TO STRENGTHEN ECONOMY
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in a new Independent Fiscal Council to help strengthen Ghana’s economy and restore public financial discipline. The five-member independent body was established under the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1136), and is mandated to scrutinise government spending, monitor debt sustainability and ensure transparency in public resource management.…
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E/R: Eastern Regional Minister Breaks Ground For Somanya-Dodowa Road Project
The Eastern Regional Minister, Hon. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, together with the MCE for Yilo Krobo, Francis Akumatey Addo, the MP for Yilo Krobo, Albert Tetteh Nyarkotey, former Finance Minister Seth Terkper, and the Yilo Krobo Traditional Authorities, has broken ground for the construction of the Somanya-Dodowa road and inner roads at Somanya. The sod-cutting…
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GOVERNMENT REJECTS CALL TO FREEZE NEW BEER TAX
ACCRA – Government has rejected calls by Accra Brewery Limited (ABL) to freeze or postpone the implementation of new excise duty rates on locally manufactured beer. ABL had appealed to government to delay the new rates, warning that they could have far-reaching consequences for manufacturers, consumers, farmers, employment and investment. Under the newly approved reforms,…
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GOVERNMENT MOVES TO REVIVE COTTON PRODUCTION FOR GHANA’S TEXTILE INDUSTRY
SAVELUGU, NORTHERN REGION – Government is stepping up efforts to revive large-scale cotton production in the Northern Region as part of measures to secure reliable local raw materials for Ghana’s textile and garment industry. The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, made this commitment on Thursday, August 27, 2026, when she undertook…
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Central Tongu Receives Over GHS 17.7M In DACF In 5 Quarters, But No Project Commissioned Yet
The Central Tongu District has received a total of GHS 17,719,823.62 from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) between 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, but constituents say they have seen little to show in terms of completed and commissioned projects. Data available indicates that for the 2025 fiscal year, Central Tongu received its…
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President Mahama Announces Further Ministerial Changes
President John Dramani Mahama has announced further changes to his administration, with immediate effect. Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi has been removed from the Ministry of Defence and reassigned to the Presidency as Adviser on National Resilience and Emergency Preparedness. Labour and Employment Minister, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, will be reassigned as Minister of State…
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President Mahama Assents To Ten Bills Passed By Parliament
President John Dramani Mahama has given presidential assent to ten Bills passed by Parliament, granting them full legal effect as part of measures to enhance governance, public administration, national security, and economic management. The ten Bills are: 1. Customs Bill, 2026 2. Community Service Bill, 2026 3. Tribunal Bills, 2026 4. Maritime and Related Offences…
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Gov’t Rejects GH¢20m MTN Support Offer For Ghanaian Victims In South Africa
The Government of Ghana has rejected a GH¢20 million support offer from MTN Ghana for Ghanaians affected by recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs saying adequate funds have already been provided for the ongoing evacuation and reintegration exercise. _Source: UTV Ghana_ #UTVGhana #GhanaGovernment #MTNGhana #SouthAfrica #XenophobicAttacks
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Government Targets 1,200MW Thermal Capacity By 2029 To Cut Cost Of Power
Government is targeting the procurement of 1,200 megawatts (MW) of combined-cycle thermal power capacity by 2029 as part of efforts to reduce the cost of electricity and strengthen energy security. Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, said the project is expected to provide additional capacity while supporting government’s broader objective of…
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SAGLEMI HOUSING PROJECT TO BE COMPLETED AS PRESIDENT MAHAMA INSPECTS SITE
DAILY NEWSFLASH – President John Dramani Mahama yesterday inspected the Saglemi Housing site and announced new timelines for its completion. According to the President, developer LMI Holdings will complete 700 housing units by March 2027 and finish the first phase of 1,500 units by December 2027. Originally planned as 5,000 affordable homes under former President…
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MoFA ENGAGES POULTRY STAKEHOLDERS ON NEXT PHASE OF NKOKO NKETENKETE INITIATIVE
DAILY NEWSFLASH – The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has engaged key stakeholders in the poultry sector to review progress under the Nkoko Nketenkete Initiative and to chart the course for its next phase of implementation. The stakeholder meeting was held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Participants included officials from MoFA, the *Feed Ghana…
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NEW SMALL TOWN WATER SYSTEM COMMISSIONED FOR AKWAMUFIE TO ADDRESS WATER CHALLENGES
DAILY NEWSFLASH – Residents of Akwamufie in the Asuogyaman District can now access clean water for domestic use following the commissioning of a new Small Town Water System. For years, the community has struggled with access to potable water. Residents were forced to spend considerable amounts buying water from tanker suppliers and transporting gallons by…
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MAHAMA: GHANA COULD SOON GET REFRESHED CEDI BANKNOTES
DAILY NEWSFLASH – President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that Ghana could soon introduce refreshed cedi banknotes as the Bank of Ghana considers upgrading the currency’s security features. Speaking during his Resetting Ghana Tour of the Upper East Region, President Mahama said the country’s currency is “long overdue” for a refresh, as counterfeiters can study…
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VOLTA REGIONAL COMMUNICATION OUTFIT BEGINS PROJECT MONITORING TOUR IN NORTH TONGU
North Tongu District, Volta Region – The Volta Regional Communication Outfit, led by *Regional Communication Officer, Kafui Agbleze, and his Deputy, Del Bright Kugbeadzor, has commenced a regional tour to monitor and document ongoing government projects across the Volta Region. The exercise began in *North Tongu District, where the team is assessing infrastructure projects being…
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FISHERIES MINISTRY BEGINS CONSULTATIONS ON PENSION AND INSURANCE SCHEME FOR GHANA’S FISHERFOLK
Accra – The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture (MoFA), in collaboration with the Fisheries Commission, has taken a major step toward improving the welfare and financial security of Ghana’s fisherfolk with a stakeholder consultative meeting on a proposed Pension and Insurance Scheme. The meeting, chaired by the Chief Director of MoFA, Dr. Afisah Zakariah, on…
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GOVERNMENT TO CULTIVATE 100,000 HECTARES OF NEW OIL PALM PLANTATIONS TO BOOST JOBS AND CUT $200M IMPORT BILL
Accra – The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to transform the country’s oil palm industry, announcing plans to support the establishment of 100,000 hectares of new oil palm plantations under the National Integrated Palm Oil Development Policy 2026-2032. The announcement was made by the Minister for Food and Agriculture at the National Oil…
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YEA DIRECTOR URGES FIANKOMA YOUTH TO PRIORITISE EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Fiankoma, Amansie Central District – The District Director of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) for Amansie District, Mr. John Ankrah, has called on young people in Fiankoma and surrounding communities to prioritize education, skills development and entrepreneurship as they seek to shape the future of their area. The call was made during the launch of…
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Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Complete Abandoned Projects During UTAS Visit
Navrongo, Upper East Region – President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed government’s commitment to completing abandoned public projects across the country, citing the ongoing four-storey central laboratory complex at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, UTAS, Navrongo as a key example. The President made the remarks on Thursday, August 13, 2026, during an inspection…
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Mahama Announces Construction of Bolgatanga Airport to Begin by End of 2026
By Daily Newsflash | Upper East Region Published: August 12, 2026 President John Dramani Mahama has announced that construction of the Bolgatanga Airport is scheduled to commence by the end of 2026 and will be completed within 24 months. The proposed airport is designed to accommodate up to 100,000 passengers annually and is expected to…
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Energy Minister Jinapor Inspects Emergency Repairs on Damaged Tema-Achimota 161kV Transmission Tower
By Daily Newsflash | Energy Desk Published: August 12, 2026* Hon. Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition, together with his Deputy, Hon. Richard Gyan-Mensah, have inspected ongoing emergency restoration works on a section of the Tema-Achimota 161kV double circuit transmission lines. The inspection follows damage to one of the transmission towers…
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Mpakadan Rail Terminal Prepares To Begin Freight Operations
By Daily Newsflash | Mpakadan, Eastern Region Published: August 9, 2026 The Ghana Railway Development Authority (GRDA) Mpakadan Rail Terminal is gearing up to commence freight operations, with special access-road expansion works currently ongoing at the facility. The works are being undertaken in collaboration with the Asuogyaman District Assembly and other stakeholders to provide rapid…
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SDA Church Pledges Partnership with Government to Complete Agenda 111 Projects
By Daily Newsflash | Accra Published: August 10, 2026 The leadership of the Ghana Adventist Health Services of the Seventh-day Adventist Church (SDA) has affirmed its commitment to partner with government for the completion of some Agenda 111 projects across the country. The delegation paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena…
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Volta Region Absent As Tourism Minister Lists Ghana’s 10 Most Visited Attractions For 2025
By Daily Newsflash | Accra Published: August 10, 2026 The Volta Region recorded no entry in the list of Ghana’s 10 most visited tourist attractions for 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts. The Minister, Hon. Dzifa Gomashie, disclosed the figures during the ministry’s accountability series. Top 10…
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8 Volta Region MMDAs Fined GH¢20,000 Each For Failing To Submit 2025 RTI Annual Report
By The Daily Newsflash VOLTA REGION, Ghana – The Right To Information Commission [RTI] has fined several Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies in the Volta Region GH¢20,000 each for failing to submit their 2025 Right To Information Annual Report. The affected MMDAs include: Ketu South, Kpando, Hohoe, North Tongu, South Tongu, Adaklu, Afadjato South, and…
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Mahama Orders GH¢2.00 Per Litre Cut on Diesel Margin to Ease Fuel Price Surge
ACCRA, Ghana – President John Dramani Mahama has directed a GH¢2.00 per litre reduction in the regulatory margin on diesel, effective Tuesday, August 4, 2026, to cushion consumers against rising fuel pump prices. The directive was announced in an official statement on Monday, August 3, 2026, by the Minister for Government Communications and Spokesperson to…
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Government Accepts Proposal to Cap Ghana’s Parliament at 300 MPs
ACCRA, Ghana – Government has accepted a proposal to place a constitutional cap on the size of Ghana’s Parliament, limiting the total number of Members of Parliament to 300. The announcement was made by the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, while presenting the Government’s White Paper on the recommendations of the Constitutional…
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ECOWAS to Donate US$250,000 to Support Victims of Ghana’s Devastating Floods
ACCRA, Ghana – The Economic Community of West African States [ECOWAS] is set to donate US$250,000, equivalent to about GH₵3 million, to support victims of Ghana’s recent devastating floods. The announcement was made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in a Facebook post on. According to the Minister, the Ministry of Foreign…
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Proposed 5-Year Presidential Term Will Not Apply to Mahama — Felix Kwakye Ofosu
ACCRA, GHANA — The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has clarified that the government’s proposed constitutional amendment to extend the presidential term from four years to five years will not apply to incumbent President John Dramani Mahama. The clarification comes after the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, announced that the…
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Tax-Free Local Juices To Boost Agro-Processing And Drive Healthier Drinking Habits
ACCRA – The Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has announced that locally manufactured fruit juices will no longer attract excise duty. This forms part of Parliament’s approval of the Excise Bill, 2026, which removes excise duty on locally made fruit juices. The reform aims to make products more affordable, encourage healthier consumer choices,…
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“GH¢25 Recruitment Check Fee Amounts To GH¢1 Million”: Calls Grow For GES, MoE To Account
ACCRA – Public concerns are mounting over the Ghana Education Service’s decision to charge applicants GH¢25 to check the status of teacher recruitment, with critics describing the move as unfair and exploitative. A statement circulating online argues that while limited job opportunities are understandable, recruitment processes must be fair, transparent, and sensitive to the realities…
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Krobo NMTC Techiman Students Protest Over Feeding, Exam Schedules And “No Academic Calendar”
TECHIMAN – Students of Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College in Techiman staged a demonstration last night and have vowed to continue the protest this morning over multiple grievances. The students say they have been agitating over several issues, including remaining in school while other training institutions are on vacation. A major concern raised is…
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Volta Regional Minister Commissions Boreholes, Cuts Sod For 6 School Projects In North Dayi
NORTH DAYI – The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has commissioned two 10,000-litre capacity mechanized boreholes and cut sod for six educational infrastructure projects in the North Dayi Constituency. The working visit, under Phase II of his _“Water for All Project”_, saw the commissioning of mechanized boreholes at Anfoega Senior High School and Vakpo…
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Volta & Oti Creators and Bloggers Association Pays Courtesy Call On Regional Minister
HO – The leadership of the Creators and Bloggers Association of the Volta and Oti Regions has paid a courtesy call on the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, to explore partnerships aimed at driving regional development through digital media. Led by the Association’s President, Mr. Simon Hedeka, the delegation discussed ways to leverage digital…
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Minority Dismisses 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review As “Unexciting” And Lacking Details
PARLIAMENT HOUSE, ACCRA – The Minority Caucus in Parliament has condemned the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review presented by the government, describing it as deficient in detail and failing to address the pressing challenges facing Ghanaians. Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, made the remarks on Thursday, July 23, in response to the review delivered by the Minister…
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MAHAMA MEETS UN HEALTH OFFICIALS TO BOOST AFRICA’S HEALTH SOVEREIGNTY AND VACCINE PRODUCTION
ACCRA – [July 22nd 2026] President John Dramani Mahama has held talks with top United Nations health officials at the Jubilee House to strengthen public health cooperation across Africa. The discussions focused on vaccine production, immunisation systems, and the fight against HIV/AIDS and malaria on the continent. President Mahama emphasized the need for Africa to…
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“WE ARE THE GENERALS OF CHANGE” — MAHAMA CHARGES AFRICAN LEADERS TO DELIVER UNIVERSAL HEALTH COVERAGE
President John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders to take bold and urgent action to achieve Universal Health Coverage and end preventable diseases across the continent. Speaking at the opening of the African Union Extraordinary Summit on Health in Accra, President Mahama said Africa’s modern struggle is no longer only against poverty and inequality,…
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PRESIDENT SIGNS NEW GIPA ACT INTO LAW TO BOOST INVESTMENT IN GHANA
ACCRA – July 22nd 2026 President has officially signed into law the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Act, repealing the old *Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act. The new law is expected to reposition Ghana as a leading investment destination in Africa and beyond by simplifying business processes and cutting bureaucratic red tape. Key highlights of…
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FINANCE MINISTER DR. CASSIEL ATO FORSON TO PRESENT MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW TOMORROW
The Minister for Finance, Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, will present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament tomorrow, Wednesday, July 23, 2026. The presentation, in accordance with the Public Financial Management Act, will provide an update on the performance of the economy for the first half of the year and outline government’s fiscal policy…
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ROADS MINISTER INITIATES ASSESSMENT FOR OXYGEN PLANT INTERVENTION AT HO TEACHING HOSPITAL
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Governs Kwame Agbodza, has commissioned a team of engineers to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the oxygen plant at the Ho Teaching Hospital to determine the necessary interventions. This follows a recent engagement between the Governing Board of Ho Teaching Hospital and the Minister, who is also the…
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TWIFO BUKURUSO RESIDENTS APPEAL TO GOVERNMENT OVER ALLEGED BLOCKING OF DRAINAGE CHANNEL
TWIFO HEMANG LOWER DENKYIRA, C/R – [July 21st 2026] Residents of Twifo Bukuruso* in the Twifo Hemang Lower Denkyira District are calling on government and relevant authorities to urgently intervene over the alleged obstruction of a natural drainage channel. According to the community, a former Assembly Member, Mr. Michael Asare, has allegedly filled portions of…
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VOLTA REGIONAL MINISTER RECEIVES FEMININE STAR AFRICA DELEGATION AHEAD OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FORUM
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has received a delegation from Feminine Star Africa, led by Professor Kiesha Warren-Gordon of Ball State University, USA, and the NGO’s Coordinator, Bismark Tay, CEO of Bismark Tay Leadership Solutions, on a courtesy call ahead of the 2026 Domestic Violence and Partner Abuse Forum in Ho. The delegation…
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Parliament approves $300m to finance Secondary education
Parliament has approved a credit facility agreement between the Government of the Republic of Ghana and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group for an amount of three hundred million United States Dollars (US$300,000,000.00) to finance secondary education for transformation, with a focus on access, relevance, and results for jobs projects. Presenting…
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CHIEF OF STAFF JULIUS DEBRAH LAUNCHES SHEA MONTH WITH TREE PLANTING AT JUBILEE HOUSE
ACCRA – [July 21st 2026] Chief of Staff, Hon. Dr. Julius Debrah, has launched Shea Month with a symbolic shea tree planting ceremony at Jubilee House. The event reaffirmed government’s commitment to the sustainable growth and development of Ghana’s shea industry. Dr. Debrah planted the first shea tree as a symbol of renewal, resilience, and…
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MAHAMA COMMISSIONS ULTRA-MODERN POLICE HEADQUARTERS IN AKATSI NORTH
AVE-DAKPA – Thursday, July 17, 2026 President John Dramani Mahama today commissioned the new Akatsi North District Police Headquarters in Ave-Dakpa, the district capital. The state-of-the-art facility was unveiled in the presence of the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, Volta Regional Police Commander, DCOP Mr. Acolor, DCE Hon. Bless Katamani, and MP Hon. Peter…
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President Mahama Launches Free Primary Health Care Initiative and Presents Medical Equipment to Ho Municipal Hospital
The Volta Regional Health Directorate, led by the Regional Director of Health Service, Dr. Emmanuel Atsu Dodor, proudly hosted H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, at the Ho Municipal Hospital for the Free Primary Health Care (FPHC) Durbar and the presentation of essential medical equipment to the hospital. The event brought…
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MAHAMA ANNOUNCES UPGRADE OF HOHOE HOSPITAL, FREE TERTIARY EDUCATION FOR PWDs DURING VOLTA TOUR
HO – 17th July 2026 President John Dramani Mahama has announced major development projects for the Volta Region during a community engagement and Q&A session in Ho as part of his #ResettingGhana Tour. Addressing residents, traditional leaders, students and civil society groups, the President outlined government plans in healthcare, education, infrastructure, transport and economic development.…
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS PRESENTS FIRST BATCH OF REPLACEMENT PASSPORTS TO FLOOD VICTIMS
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Friday, 17th July 2026, presented the first batch of replacement passports to victims of the devastating floods that struck parts of Accra on Monday, 29th June 2026. The ceremony, held at the Ministry’s premises in Accra, formed part of a special intervention initiated by the Minister for Foreign Affairs,…
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