… hole, but to see a donut.” Mr Adedeji said this shift in mindset could help transform both Africa’s development trajectory and its global image. “That we are not a problem continent, we are an opportunity continent.” The Minister of State in Charge of Climate Change, Seidu Issifu …
… Mr Seidu Issifu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability at the Office of the President, said the President, Mr John Dramani Mahama, had approved the Climate Emergency Resource Mobilisation Track to mobilise international partnerships for immediate relief, recover …
Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability Seidu Issifu has emphasised the need for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to take localised action to address the growing threat of climate change. …
The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, has warned that the devastating effects of erratic rainfall, prolonged dry spells and failing crops in the Upper West Region pose a direct threat to livelihoods and human survival, urging Metropolitan, Mun …
Africa can no longer regard climate change as a future threat because its impacts are already worsening disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and pressure on health systems, Seidu Issifu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, has said. …
Africa can no longer regard climate change as a future threat because its impacts are already worsening disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and pressure on health systems, Seidu Issifu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, has said. …
… Minister of State in Charge of Climate and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, said the roadmap signals Ghana’s intention to align its financial sector with national climate priorities while creating new investment opportunities. …
The Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, has reiterated the government’s commitment to building a climate resilience low carbon economy. …
Minister of State in Charge of Climate Change and Sustainability Seidu Issifu has called for an urgent transformation of Ghana’s food system, warning that climate change, rising food imports, environmental degradation and increasing diet-related diseases pose growing risks to the …
The Empower Vault Summit, held at the University of Ghana on August 14, brought together students, young professionals, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss leadership, personal development and entrepreneurship. Speakers encouraged young Ghanaians to develop a sense of purpose, embrace leadership and adopt an opportunity-driven mindset to contribute to national development.
The Empower Vault Summit, held at the University of Ghana on August 14, brought together students, young professionals, entrepreneurs and policymakers to discuss leadership, personal development and entrepreneurship. Speakers encouraged young Ghanaians to develop a sense of purpose, embrace leadership and adopt an opportunity-driven mindset to contribute to national development.
The United Arab Emirates has donated relief items valued at more than GH₵12 million to support communities affected by the June 29 floods in Ghana, including food, rice, water, blankets and sleeping mattresses. The items were procured locally and are being distributed to the nearly 90,000 displaced people and close to 80,000 affected households.
The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability has urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies to take localised action on climate change, noting that its impacts are experienced differently by communities based on geographical vulnerabilities. The remarks were made at a stakeholders' engagement in Wa on plans to establish climate change and sustainability units in all MMDAs.
The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability has warned that erratic rainfall, prolonged dry spells, and failing crops in the Upper West Region threaten livelihoods and human survival, urging Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to take the lead in climate adaptation and mitigation projects. The Upper West Regional Minister challenged district leaders to integrate climate action into their development plans and budgets as an economic and governance emergency.
Ghana's Minister of State for Climate Change says climate change is no longer a future threat but a current public health emergency worsening disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and pressure on health systems across Africa. He called for stronger collaboration among governments, scientists, and development partners at the launch of two African-led consortiums on climate and health in Accra.
Ghana's Minister of State for Climate Change says Africa must treat climate change as a present public health crisis, not a future threat, as it is already worsening disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and straining health systems. He called for stronger collaboration among governments, scientists, and development partners at the launch of two African-led research consortiums on climate and health, hosted by KNUST in partnership with Wellcome Trust.
The Bank of Ghana has launched a national Sustainable Finance Roadmap to coordinate financial sector regulation, strengthen resilience to climate-related risks, and attract global capital for climate and sustainable development projects. Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama stated that sustainable finance is central to financial stability and long-term investment, as climate change poses direct financial risks to asset values, lending and the broader financial system.
The Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability announced the 2026 Energy Commission Senior High Schools Renewable Energy Challenge, stating that Ghana's climate financing needs are estimated at over $22 billion and that climate action must be translated into practical solutions and technological innovation. The government expressed commitment to supporting young Ghanaians in developing renewable energy and climate-smart solutions.
Policymakers, health experts, and civil society are gathering in Accra to chart a path toward food system resilience as Ghana faces growing food import dependence, diet-related disease, and climate threats. The workshop aims to strengthen local food production, improve nutrition security, and build climate resilience while reducing the country's spending on imports like the US$400 million spent annually on poultry.
Ghana's Minister of State in Charge of Climate Change and Sustainability has called for urgent transformation of the country's food system, citing climate change, rising food imports, environmental degradation and increasing diet-related diseases as threats to economic and social development. The Minister emphasized that climate resilience, food security and sustainable economic transformation remain central to the government's development agenda, noting that agriculture contributes about 19 percent of Ghana's GDP and provides livelihoods for one in every three Ghanaians.
Minister of State for Climate Change Seidu Issifu said Ghana requires $22.6 billion to address climate challenges and implement sustainable interventions, and stressed the need for international cooperation and financial support since the country cannot meet this burden alone.
Baba Seidu Issifu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, stated that climate action must support Ghana's Reset Agenda and industrial transformation while creating economic opportunities and strengthening energy security, rather than slowing development. The minister acknowledged challenges including limited technical capacity in carbon markets and slow accreditation processes for accessing climate finance mechanisms.
Ghana's Minister of State for Climate Change says the country is ready to move away from fossil fuels, but only if historically responsible nations provide financial and technical support and compensate for losses already incurred. He argued that vulnerable countries should not bear the burden of climate damage they did not cause.
Ghana's government has announced plans to expand renewable energy capacity by adding 200 megawatts of solar power to the national electricity grid. Cabinet has approved the expansion, with the Energy Ministry tasked to drive implementation, and initial steps including stakeholder engagement are already underway.
Minister of State for Climate Change Seidu Issifu said Ghana requires approximately US$22.6 billion to address climate challenges and cannot raise the funds independently, stressing the need for strategic partnerships with international partners including the European Union.
Ghana reaffirms its commitment to transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy but insists the shift must be gradual and carefully managed, supported by fair international investment. The Minister of State for Climate Change emphasized that Ghana's approach is anchored on a "just transition" principle to ensure economic stability is not undermined.
The 2026 Women in Sustainability Africa International Festival, held at the University of Ghana on May 1, concluded with calls for greater investment in women empowerment and sustainable development. The event brought together government officials, development partners, civil society groups, and women-focused organizations to discuss women's roles in sustainability and economic transformation across Africa.