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President Mahama Appoints Matilda Asante-Asiedu as Second Deputy Governor of Bank of Ghana

President Mahama appoints Matilda Asante-Asiedu Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of GhanaPresident John Dramani Mahama has in accordance with Section 17 of the Bank of Ghana Act, 2002 (Act 612) as amended, appointed Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu as the Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana.Mrs. Asante-Asiedu is a Chartered Banker and seasoned corporate leader who has served as Group Head, Retail Banking at Access Bank Ghana PLC.Mrs Asante-Asiedu holds an MBA in Marketing from GIMPA Business School (2021), an MA inJournalism Studies from Cardiff University (2005), and diplomas in Journalism (Ghana Institute of Journalism, 1997) and Politics and Public Affairs Reporting (International Institute of Journalism,Berlin, 2000). A Chartered Executive Banker (CIB-Ghana, 2024).She has undertaken Executive Programmes at Said Business School at Oxford University (2023), Wharton School (2015) and Marquette University's Les Aspin Centre (2003), among others.

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Boakye Agyarko warns NPP ‘Thank You’ Tour is fuelling division

A former flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Boakye Kyerematen Agyarko, has raised concerns over the party’s ongoing ‘Thank You’ Tour, describing it as a mission that has veered dangerously off course and is now threatening the unity and public image of the party.In a statement issued on April 28, 2025, Mr Agyarko criticised the current form of the tour, which he said was initially designed to reconnect with grassroots supporters, renew party spirit, and project a united front following the party’s internal flagbearer contest. Instead, he lamented that the exercise has degenerated into internal wrangling, blame-shifting, and rising tension among party ranks. “What was intended to restore our party’s shine and reconnect us with the grassroots is instead unravelling into bouts of discord, blame-shifting, and internal strife,” he stated. “This regrettable turn of events threatens to inflict […]

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Don’t refer lab tests to private labs — Kbu Central Lab appeals

It has consequently called on prescribers of laboratory requests of the hospital, made up of doctors and nurses, not to refer laboratory diagnostic cases to private laboratories around the hospital. It said that even if there was the need for referral of any laboratory diagnostic cases, such referral must come from the central lab, rather than the medical staff.“Let the cases come to us, and then we will refer. Our laboratory is ready to take care of the hospital’s patients. Transforming the services and restoring trust in medical laboratory services in the KBTH is a collective responsibility of all of us. “I call on all of us to rededicate ourselves to the advocacy to fight against the high speed or tendency of referring laboratory diagnostic cases to private laboratories around us. Let us work together to improve the system,” the […]

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I had no intention to disrespect anybody; let’s end strike – Akandoh to TTH doctors

Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has appealed for calm at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH), asking doctors to return to work. Following the tensions generated by his unannounced visit to the hospital on Tuesday, the Juaboso MP has stated that he had no intention to disrespect any health worker. At a press conference in Accra on Thursday, April 24, Mr. Akandoh stated his action was triggered by a personal experience, empathy, and commitment to the health sector. “It can happen to anybody; it happened to me. When I had an accident, the first place I was rushed to was Nyinahini District Hospital. I never imagined that I would one day be at Nyinahini District Hospital, but I was there. “And so, today, from where I sit, I will contribute my quota to the development of this sector. I have […]

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Portia Dzifa Dzilah becomes first Ghanaian regional winner of 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award

She is the first Ghanaian to receive this recognition since the inception of the global award scheme seven years ago. Her selection was based on her extraordinary commitment to improving the lives of students in Pakro, a rural farming community within the Akwapem South Municipal Assembly. The area struggles with low school enrolment, truancy, and high rates of teenage pregnancy — challenges that Portia has taken head-on through mentorship programmes and initiatives promoting girls’ education and hygiene.“This recognition is not just about me; it’s about the children of Pakro and every girl who’s ever been told her dreams are out of reach,” Portia said in response to her win. “I became a teacher to do more than deliver lessons — I became a teacher to change lives. Education is a lifeline, and I will continue to fight for every child […]

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Nathaniel Johnson eyes GOC Board role to champion transparency and federation empowerment

Nathaniel Johnson, President of the Ghana Karate-Do Federation, is contesting for one of three co-opted member slots on the new GOC Board, bringing with him a strong track record of hands-on leadership and a passion for institutional accountability. In an exclusive interview, Mr. Johnson made it clear that his ambition is not driven by prestige, but by a desire to inject a new level of responsibility and vision into the GOC. “Looking at the impact I made in karate, I think that if even 50% of that is brought to the GOC, we will go far,” he stated. “Currently, they don't have money to push themselves. Even sourcing sponsorships is a struggle. We need stronger hands.”Mr. Johnson, who took over leadership of the Ghana Karate-Do Federation in February 2023, lamented the limited support and engagement federations receive from the GOC. […]

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Government, GoldFields reach agreement on Damang mine transition

The Government of Ghana and GoldFields Ghana Limited have reached a transitional agreement for the operation of the Damang Mine. The agreement was announced in a statement signed by the Minister for Government Communications and Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu. It stated that under the new arrangement, a 12-month mining lease will be issued to GoldFields’ subsidiary, Abosso Goldfields Limited, while awaiting parliamentary ratification, which is expected in May 2025. During this period, GoldFields will resume open-pit mining activities to safeguard jobs and conduct feasibility studies to assess the mine’s reserves and future viability. In addition to mining, the processing of existing stockpiles will continue under the supervision of a joint management team made up of representatives from both the government and GoldFields. The two parties have committed to working in good faith to ensure a smooth transition […]

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Bank of Ghana to begin cryptocurrency regulation by September — Governor Asiama

Speaking at the African Leaders and Partners Forum in Washington, D.C., held on the margins of the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, Dr Asiama said the move is pending the passage of the much-anticipated Virtual Asset Providers Act, which will formally empower the BoG to license and supervise operations in the digital asset space. To enhance the regulation of these platforms and assets, the Bank of Ghana is establishing a dedicated unit focused on digital assets,” Dr Asiama stated. “This is a technology we cannot prevent, hence the need to move fast to regulate it.”The central bank’s upcoming intervention comes at a time of rapid expansion in digital finance, with Ghanaian consumers and businesses increasingly engaging with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, despite the absence of a clear regulatory framework. In August 2024, the BoG issued draft regulatory guidelines aimed […]

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We need policies that truly support entrepreneurs — Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has called for the implementation of sound economic policies aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and fostering a vibrant business climate in Ghana. In a Facebook post reflecting on his experience during the recent Kwahu Easter celebrations, Mahama praised the energy and commitment of local business leaders, describing them as key drivers of economic growth. He expressed gratitude to the business community in Kwahu — particularly CEOs, business executives, and financial sector leaders — for their relentless efforts to boost the local economy. Mahama stressed the need for practical policies that unlock opportunities and translate the hard work of entrepreneurs into lasting success. He reaffirmed his commitment to “reset Ghana” by creating a more supportive environment for businesses to thrive, adding that entrepreneurship must remain central to the country’s economic transformation.

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Ghana National Fire Service intensifies measures to curb market fires

According to the Divisional Officer II and Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, Desmond Ackah the Service is collaborating with market authorities to strengthen fire safety, particularly in areas with wooden infrastructure, which are more susceptible to fire outbreaks. In an interview on JoyNews on Friday, DO II Ackah highlighted the need for modern fire prevention measures, including the installation of early warning systems and the construction of adequate escape routes to ease evacuation in the event of a fire. He noted that congestion in many markets significantly hampers emergency response efforts. One of the persistent challenges facing the GNFS, he added, is limited access to water due to an insufficient number of fire hydrants—a responsibility managed by the Ghana Water Company. “We are in discussions with Ghana Water to ensure the provision of more hydrants,” he said.He mentioned that […]

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