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Volta Regional Coordinating Council

Also known as: VRCC

Volta Regional Coordinating Council — administrative body overseeing regional project execution and implementation in Ghana's Volta Region, strengthening monitoring systems for infrastructure and digital skills programs.

2026-04-282026-07-31

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Minister reaffirmed the commitment of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council to working closely with traditional authorities to drive sustainable development and improve the livelihoods of people across the region.

    Ho West chiefs and queens commend Volta Regional Minister for inclusive leadership
  3. Joy Online

    He noted that many facilities at the airport had deteriorated due to lack of maintenance over the past eight years, but government had already restored electricity supply through the installation of a new transformer with support from the Volta Regional Coordinating Council.

    Keta Port, Ho Airport projects on course – Transport Minister
  4. Joy Online

    He noted that both President John Dramani Mahama and himself were members of the Ghana Journalists Association, adding that beyond their membership, government regarded the GJA as a strategic development partner. “On behalf of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council, I want to th

    Volta Minister reaffirms media partnership ahead of Mahama’s regional tour
  5. The Chronicle

    The Regional Minister also assured the Ministry of Roads and Highways of the continued support of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council and the Volta Regional House of Chiefs in monitoring the projects to ensure quality and timely completion.

    Minister Gunu lauds multi-contract approach to Big Push Road projects
  6. June 2026
  7. Daily Guide

    Gunu made the remarks on Monday when a research team from the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS) in Accra paid a courtesy call on him at the Volta Regional Coordinating Council.

    Volta Media Praised For Promoting Peace, National Cohesion
  8. Business & Financial Times

    – A VRCC perspective By Josephine DAKE-ABRAHAMS The rhythm of public service life is uniquely demanding.

    Time and resources in a scarce yet demanding civil service job
  9. Joy Online

    As part of the regional engagement, the delegation would visit the Volta region on June 10 for meetings with the Volta Regional Minister, Mr James Gunu, officials of the Volta Regional Coordinating Council.

    VDF, Indian aviation firm, explores aviation investment opportunities at Ho Airport
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    s dealing with the issues of welfare and accommodation challenges confronting security personnel in the country, and assured them that those challenges would soon become a thing of the past The Volta Regional Minister, Mr James Gunu pledged the Volta Regional Coordinating Council

    Coordinate your activities effectively to ensure safety at borders … Interior Minister urges Security Agencies
  11. Daily Guide

    He commended the strong partnership between the Volta Regional Coordinating Council and the Ministry of the Interior, describing it as a major contributor to the peace and security currently enjoyed in the region.

    Interior Minister Raises Alarm On Human Trafficking, Drug Abuse
  12. Daily Guide

    Speaking on behalf of the Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, the Director of Development and Economic Planning at the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC), Felix Adom Boateng, commended the ministry for selecting the Volta Region as host for the strategic retreat.

    Transport Agencies Must Prioritise Accountability, Innovation – Nikpe

Monday 27 July

  1. Ho West chiefs commend Volta Regional Minister's inclusive leadership

    The Congress of Paramount Chiefs and Queens of Ho West District has commended Volta Regional Minister James Gunu for his inclusive and participatory leadership style, saying it has fostered unity and collaboration among regional stakeholders and urged residents to support his development agenda.

    27 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 20 July

  1. Keta Port and Ho Airport projects progressing, says Transport Minister

    Ghana's Transport Minister announced that the Keta Port project has completed preparatory processes and received environmental approval in April, with the administrative and operational block about 80 per cent complete and expected to be finished by January 2027. The government is also pursuing discussions with private investors for financing and construction under a public-private partnership arrangement.

    20 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 16 July

  1. Volta Minister pledges media partnership during Mahama's tour

    James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister, commended journalists at a breakfast meeting with the Ghana Journalists Association chapter, reaffirming the government's view of the media as a strategic development partner and pledging to strengthen collaboration with the press.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Roads Minister adopts multi-contract approach for Big Push projects

    The Volta Regional Minister has commended the Roads and Highways Minister for using a multi-contract strategy in implementing road projects under the Government's "Big Push" infrastructure programme, saying the approach enhances efficiency, accountability, and competition among contractors. An inspection team toured ongoing projects across the Eastern, Volta and Oti Regions to monitor implementation, assess work quality and pace, identify challenges, and ensure timely completion.

    10 July 2026 · The Chronicle

Thursday 18 June

  1. Volta Regional Minister Praises Local Media for Peace, Cohesion

    The Volta Regional Minister has commended media practitioners in the region for responsible, professional reporting that avoids sensationalism and divisive narratives, crediting them with maintaining peace and social harmony. He attributed the region's stability also to its cultural heritage, shared language, and tradition of tolerance.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 11 June

  1. Civil service work balances limited resources against public expectations

    A perspective piece argues that civil service work is demanding and often invisible, requiring teams to innovate and adapt despite constraints in time, personnel, and budgets, with mindset and creativity being key resources.

    11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Indian aviation firm explores helicopter operations at Ho Airport

    A delegation from Chipsan Aviation Limited of India is in Ghana for investment and stakeholder engagement focused on developing helicopter operations at Ho Airport in the Volta Region, with meetings planned with government officials and aviation regulators.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 4 June

  1. Interior Minister urges border security agencies to coordinate efforts

    The Minister of the Interior called on security agencies at Ghana's borders to collaborate and coordinate activities effectively, emphasizing that security required collective responsibility and teamwork rather than individual units working alone. During a visit to the Aflao border, he acknowledged challenges facing security personnel and pledged government commitment to addressing the problems affecting their work.

    4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Interior Minister warns of human trafficking, drug abuse threats

    The Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has raised concerns about human trafficking and drug abuse undermining national security and jeopardising young people's futures. He made the remarks during a two-day working visit to the Volta Region to engage stakeholders and assess security challenges.

    3 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Transport minister urges agencies to prioritise accountability and innovation

    Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has called on transport agencies to prioritise accountability, innovation and timely project execution to improve service delivery and support Ghana's economic transformation. Speaking at the Ministry of Transport's 2026 Sector Review Retreat in Ho, Volta Region, Nikpe stressed alignment with national development priorities including the 24-hour economy policy and the government's reset agenda.

    2 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 1 June

  1. Interior Minister tours Volta Region to strengthen peace and security

    Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has begun a stakeholder engagement tour of the Volta Region to reinforce peace, strengthen security operations, and deepen collaboration with traditional and religious authorities. The tour includes planned meetings with Christian and Muslim leaders, Zongo Chiefs, and security agency heads to address emerging security concerns and enhance coordination.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 23 May

  1. Volta Minister pledges tighter monitoring of regional government projects

    The Volta Regional Minister has assured Parliament's Public Accounts Committee that the Volta Regional Coordinating Council is strengthening monitoring and supervision systems to improve project execution and address delays caused by administrative lapses and officials' inaction.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 18 May

  1. Six KNUST air quality ambassadors promote clean air across Ghana, West Africa

    Six young Ghanaians selected as Air Quality Ambassadors at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology are championing action on air pollution, which the State of Global Air report estimates kills approximately 32,000 Ghanaians annually. The issue remains largely invisible in public discourse despite air pollution being one of Ghana's leading environmental health threats and costing the country billions in productivity and healthcare.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 17 May

  1. Water crisis looms as GWL shuts Kpeve treatment plant

    Ghana Water Limited has temporarily shut down the Kpeve Water Treatment Plant due to extreme turbidity levels in the raw water source caused by siltation and pollution, threatening water shortages in Ho Municipality and surrounding districts in the Volta Region. The company warns the situation could worsen if urgent action is not taken to protect the water source from further encroachment and siltation.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 14 May

  1. Volta minister warns contractors against project delays, incompetence

    The Volta Regional Minister has warned contractors that delays and poor performance will result in contract termination. The warning was issued at a contract signing ceremony for the construction of 24-hour economy markets across the 18 Municipal and District Assemblies in the Volta Region, with the Volta Regional Coordinating Council to monitor projects for quality and timeline adherence.

    14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 8 May

  1. VRA calls for stronger enforcement of environmental laws

    The Volta River Authority has urged stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, strictly enforce environmental laws, and improve emergency preparedness to reduce flooding and environmental degradation in communities along the Volta Lake and downstream areas.

    8 May 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. VRA calls for stronger enforcement of environmental laws

    The Volta River Authority has urged stakeholders to enforce environmental laws strictly and improve emergency preparedness to mitigate flooding and environmental degradation in communities along the Volta Lake and downstream areas. The call was made during the 2026 Annual Stakeholder Workshop on Emergency Preparedness and Environmental Management Plans in Ho.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Volta Region receives 900 laptops for One Million Coders Programme

    The Volta Regional Coordinating Council has received 900 Lenovo laptops and accessories from the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations to support the rollout of the government's One Million Coders Programme. The equipment will be distributed across 16 districts in the first phase, with two additional districts to follow, as part of President Mahama's campaign promise to train one million Ghanaians in coding and digital skills.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

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