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BENJAMIN ARCTON-TETTEY

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October 2026
30 OctThe Ghanaian Times
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Parliament orders probe into Nkwanta North District Assembly Complex
September 2026
22 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
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ECOWAS lawmakers urged to step up climate action
18 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
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DCE calls for dedicated DACF allocation for child protection
August 2026
5 AugThe Ghanaian Times
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Five-year plan needed to promote autism inclusion — MoH
July 2026
27 JulThe Ghanaian Times
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MPs cautioned against offensive language during proceedings
10 JulThe Ghanaian Times
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Diamond Rockets off to Botswana for 2026 Billie Jean King Cup
6 JulThe Ghanaian Times
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Govt to introduce 20% rural allowance for teachers -Education Minister
June 2026
23 JunThe Ghanaian Times
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African leaders urged to strengthen governance systems
17 JunThe Ghanaian Times
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Traders record low sales of Black Stars paraphernalia
16 JunThe Ghanaian Times
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Traders record low sales of Black Stars paraphernalia

Politics

Parliament probe ordered into Nkwanta North Assembly Complex defects

The News

Parliament's Committee on Local Government and Rural Development has ordered an investigation into construction infractions at the Nkwanta North District Assembly Complex, including non-functioning toilets and poor electrical wiring cited in the 2025 Auditor-General's report. The Coordinating Director stated that approximately 95 per cent of the infractions had been addressed, noting the complex was inaugurated in 2024 before the contractor completed the project.

30 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Yesterday

Parliament probe ordered into Nkwanta North Assembly Complex defects
Parliament's Committee on Local Government and Rural Development has ordered an investigation into construction infractions at the Nkwanta North District Assembly Complex, including non-functioning toilets and poor electrical wiring cited in the 2025 Auditor-General's report. The Coordinating Director stated that approximately 95 per cent of the infractions had been addressed, noting the complex was inaugurated in 2024 before the contractor completed the project.
30 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 22 September

ECOWAS Parliament urges stronger climate action across region
The Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament called for renewed commitment by lawmakers to tackle climate change, citing increasing flooding, heat waves, and rising sea levels affecting livelihoods and security across the sub-region. The second ECOWAS Parliamentary Seminar in Accra convened lawmakers from member states to deliberate on measures to address climate change adaptation challenges.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 18 September

DCE seeks dedicated DACF funding for local child protection work
The District Chief Executive for Adaklu has called for a dedicated allocation from the District Assemblies Common Fund to finance child protection programmes, noting that the absence of specific funding makes it difficult for local assemblies to adequately implement protection activities.
18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 5 August

MoH calls for five-year plan to tackle autism stigma and inclusion
The Ministry of Health has called for increased investment and policy reforms over five years to address stigma against persons living with autism and promote greater inclusion, citing limited access to specialised services and high unemployment rates among persons with autism as ongoing concerns.
5 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 27 July

First Deputy Speaker warns MPs against offensive parliamentary language
The First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor cautioned MPs against making offensive or misleading comments during parliamentary proceedings, citing violations of Standing Orders and rules that could lead to disorderliness. The caution followed comments by First Deputy Minority Whip Habib Iddrisu about market traders' reactions to the Finance Minister's mid-year budget statement.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 10 July

Ghana's tennis team competes in Botswana for promotion
Ghana's Diamond Rockets women's tennis team traveled to Botswana to participate in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III tournament, competing against 10 other African nations with the top two teams earning promotion to Europe/Africa Group II.
10 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 6 July

Government to introduce 20% rural allowance for teachers
The Education Minister announced that the government will introduce a 20 per cent rural posting allowance for teachers serving in deprived and hard-to-reach communities, aimed at attracting and retaining teachers in such areas. The government has also reduced the required service period for Study Leave with Pay from three to two years and plans to provide affordable accommodation for teachers through the "Teacher Dabre" initiative.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 23 June

African leaders must strengthen governance systems, Prof. Teiku urges
At a University of Ghana conference marking the end of the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa's six-year main funding phase, Prof. Thomas Kwasi Teiku called for African leaders to build strong governance ecosystems that promote institutional interdependence, equity, inclusion and foresight analysis, and establish institutions to address intergenerational gaps at multiple levels.
23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 17 June

Black Stars traders report lower paraphernalia sales ahead of World Cup
Dealers of Ghana flags and jerseys at major Accra locations say they are experiencing low patronage ahead of the team's opening FIFA World Cup match against Panama, attributing the situation to low confidence in the national team. One trader reported daily jersey sales have fallen from around 50 to about 20 units compared to previous World Cup tournaments.
17 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 16 June

Black Stars traders report weak merchandise sales before Panama match
Dealers of Ghana flags and jerseys at Kwame Nkrumah Interchange and Osu Oxford Street report low patronage ahead of the team's opening FIFA World Cup Group L fixture against Panama, attributing weak demand to low confidence in the national team. One trader said jersey sales have dropped from about 50 daily to 20 ahead of the first match, though traders expect demand could rise depending on the Black Stars' performance.
16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 15 June

Ghana lotto operators defend their role in economy
The Ghana Lotto Operators Association has defended licensed Private Lotto Operators' contributions to the economy, arguing that recent comparisons between their GH¢44.9 million licence fees and KGL Technology Limited's reported GH¢173 million contribution present a misleading picture because the two entities operate under different conditions, with KGL enjoying exclusive access to a dedicated USSD platform.
15 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 4 June

47 Ghanaian youth honoured at Africa Youth Leadership Awards
Forty-seven young Ghanaians have been recognised at the Africa Youth Leadership Awards for transformational leadership and contributions to African development. The awards ceremony in Accra recognised awardees in categories including Youth Activist Innovator, Humanitarian Impact Leader, and Female Leader of Development.
4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 1 June

SSNIT assures workers investments benefit contributors
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust has assured Ghanaian workers that their contributions are being invested in assets from which they will directly benefit, including housing facilities that SSNIT is marketing to workers with support from the Ghana Employers Association and labour unions.
1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 12 May

Ghana Immigration Service begins GBV-PSEAH policy rollout
The Ghana Immigration Service has begun the first phase of implementing its Gender-Based Violence and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment policy, supported by the United Nations Population Fund, with a training manual for officers and facilitators across regional commands and training schools. The Service plans further strategic activities in 2025 including capacity-building programmes, expanded gender training, improved reporting systems, and community engagement to prevent gender-based violence.
12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
250 professionals complete ICC certification in business, finance, HR
The International Certification Centre has graduated 250 professionals who completed a three-month certification programme in business, finance, human resource management and risk management. The certifications are aligned with Global Academy of Finance and Management standards recognised internationally.
12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 11 May

Dr Zanetor elected Pan-African Parliament Second Vice President
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, MP for Korle Klottey, has been elected Second Vice President of the Pan-African Parliament. She returned to Ghana on Thursday to a reception at Accra International Airport, noting the victory marks the first time a woman has held the position and the second time Ghana has held it.
11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 8 May

Stanbic Bank donates GH¢3m to support Black Stars
Stanbic Bank Ghana has given GH¢3 million to the Ministry of Finance to support the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The donation is split into two tranches: GH¢1.5 million as a participation fee, and a second GH¢1.5 million conditional on the team advancing to the knockout stage; if they do not qualify, the second tranche will go to charity.
8 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 5 May

Ghana, Israel renew commitment to bilateral cooperation
Israel's ambassador to Ghana highlighted Ghana's contribution to peace efforts through Ghanaian soldiers in UNIFIL in Lebanon, and noted that cooperation between the two countries continues to expand into areas including agriculture, cybersecurity, fintech, defence and energy.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Accra observes May Day without march-past ceremony
The Greater Accra Region's May Day celebration at Black Star Square on Friday omitted the traditional march past and parade by workers, instead featuring a lively two-hour ceremony with over hundred workers and performances. The Regional Minister addressed workers on government commitments to tackling low wages, pension disparities, income inequality, and informal sector challenges, and announced consideration of an Independent Emoluments Commission and pension system review.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 28 April

Ghana must redesign education for algorithmic era
Dr Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Founder and Executive Chair of the e-Crime Bureau, has called for Ghana's educational system to be redesigned to equip graduates with the ability to critically interrogate digital information in the algorithmic era, warning that algorithms designed by humans and trained on biased data could negatively affect human lives and pose cybersecurity risks if left unquestioned.
28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →