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Sunday, 26 April 2026
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President John Mahama

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GIS launches Operation Secure Our Borders public-private project

The News

The Ghana Immigration Service's Governing Council is pushing for Operation Secure Our Borders (SECOBOR), a public-private sector initiative to address the service's resource and welfare challenges. The Council Chair briefed President Mahama that weak border control exposes Ghana to smuggling, human trafficking, and illicit trade, and proposed the GIS retain 80% of its internally generated funds for five years to address gaps in accommodation, vehicles, and equipment.

Why it matters

Major policy initiative: Ghana Immigration Service seeks public-private partnership to overhaul border security and officer welfare, addressing trafficking and smuggling vulnerabilities.

3 hours ago · Joy Online →

Today

  1. GIS launches Operation Secure Our Borders public-private project

    The Ghana Immigration Service's Governing Council is pushing for Operation Secure Our Borders (SECOBOR), a public-private sector initiative to address the service's resource and welfare challenges. The Council Chair briefed President Mahama that weak border control exposes Ghana to smuggling, human trafficking, and illicit trade, and proposed the GIS retain 80% of its internally generated funds for five years to address gaps in accommodation, vehicles, and equipment.

    3 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. Mahama visits Nsawam Prison, pledges reforms and inmate support

    President Mahama attended a worship service at Nsawam Medium Security Prison on April 25, 2026, and announced plans to fast-track parole processes with at least 1,000 inmates expected to be released in July through amnesty, alongside pledges to improve recreational infrastructure and address healthcare challenges in the prison system.

    11 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana launches $270 million artificial intelligence strategy

    President John Dramani Mahama announced a National AI Strategy on April 24 with $250 million to establish an AI Center and $20 million for short-to-medium-term implementation. Ambassador Kojo Bonsu praised the commitment as visionary leadership that positions Ghana to lead in the digital age.

    14 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  3. University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor calls term "vernacular" derogatory

    Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, has said that labeling African languages or local dialects as "vernacular" is derogatory and an affront to African culture. She argued the term discourages local dialects as recognized means of communication and is made worse by enforcement of discipline against such languages in schools.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. Energy Ministry installing 3,000 new transformers nationwide

    The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition is installing 3,000 new transformers to strengthen electricity distribution and improve reliability across the country, according to the Ministry's Spokesperson Richmond Rockson.

    17 hours ago · Joy Online →

Friday 24 April

  1. La General Hospital reconstruction set for November 2027 completion

    President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence that the La General Hospital reconstruction will be completed and commissioned by November 2027, following a site inspection. The hospital's reopening is intended to restore healthcare access to over 50,000 residents in La and surrounding communities, and the government also plans to repurpose the COVID-era emergency center at Burma Camp to handle emergency cases.

    24 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. 24-Hour Economy Secretariat reforms cooperative legal framework

    Ghana's 24-Hour Economy Secretariat has begun developing a new cooperative legal framework to modernise the sector and drive structural transformation. A joint committee will draft a Cooperative Legislation Bill for parliamentary approval and presidential assent to replace outdated legal provisions.

    24 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  3. Deputy Health Minister appointed to AU global health reform committee

    Ghana's Deputy Health Minister Dr. Grace Ayensu Danquah has been appointed as a Secretariat Member of the African Union's High Level Ministerial Committee on global health, which aims to strengthen Africa's influence in global health decision-making and reform the global health architecture.

    24 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

  4. Ghana launches 10-year human-centred artificial intelligence strategy

    President John Dramani Mahama has launched Ghana's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2025–2035), which positions AI as a tool to enhance rather than replace human capability. The policy aims to make Ghana a leading AI hub in West Africa while driving economic growth, improving public service delivery, and strengthening institutional efficiency.

    24 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

  5. Former Inspector General of Police Paul Quaye dies

    Paul Tawiah Quaye, former Inspector General of Police who served until his terminal leave in May 2013 under President John Mahama, has passed away. During his tenure, he pursued reforms to enhance operational efficiency within the police force and received recognition in 2011 as the Most Effective and Efficient IGP in West Africa.

    24 April 2026 · Daily Guide →

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