West Africa

Also known as: West African nation

2026-04-242026-10-31

News reports

Order a long-term news report on West Africa

Every mention in the Ghanaian press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

October 2026
3 OctJoy Online
… The vessel, purpose-built to serve Ghana and neighbouring markets, is expected to support efforts to improve LPG supply and enhance energy security across West Africa. …
MT Asharami Ghana arrives in Tema as government pushes stronger LPG infrastructure
2 OctJoy Online
… According to the Society, there is no need for patients to automatically seek breast cancer treatment abroad, noting that Ghana has become a hub for specialist care in the subregion, with patients from across West Africa coming to the country for treatment. …
Pinktober: Breast cancer survival exceeds 90% when detected early – Breast Society of Ghana
2 OctJoy Online
… The CPD says it currently operates in 12 African countries, with a concentration in West Africa that includes Ghana, Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Guinea, Togo, Sierra Leone and Liberia. …
Diplomatic Seeds and Cultural Roots: Russia’s Growing Soft Power Footprint in West Africa
2 OctJoy Online
… omatoes and poultry, with officials citing improved domestic supply and progress towards food self-sufficiency. ‎Mr Bright Kwadzo Demordzi, National Coordinator of the FGP, disclosed this in an exclusive interview with the Ghana News Agency on the sidelines of the 2nd West Africa …
Feed Ghana Programme cuts food import dependence
1 OctJoy Online
… These large-scale ocean temperature changes can alter atmospheric circulation and influence rainfall and temperature patterns around the world, including West Africa. …
The strengthening El Niño and what it could mean for Ghana
1 OctJoy Online
… The appointment comes at a time when the country is pursuing a broad range of digital initiatives aimed at improving access to government services, expanding digital infrastructure and strengthening Ghana’s position as a technology and innovation hub in West Africa. …
NITA appoints Anthony Owusu-Ansah as Acting Deputy Director-General
1 OctJoy Online
… Trade with West Africa reached a record US$1.33 billion, with a first deficit of US$0.25 billion. …
Ghana’s trade surplus shrinks by 70% to US$1.3bn in quarter 2, 2026 – GSS
1 OctDaily Guide
… It further identified Ghanaian trafficking groups, working with their Nigerian counterparts, as influential players in the expansion of the global heroin trade and illicit drug markets across West Africa. …
Ghana Emerges As Heroin Transit Hub – Report
1 OctJoy Online
QNET has condemned the alleged misuse of its name by criminal networks involved in fraudulent recruitment schemes in Ghana and other parts of West Africa. …
QNET condemns misuse of its name in fraudulent recruitment schemes
1 OctJoy Online
AGRA West Africa’s acting Regional Director and Senior Program Officer for Inclusive Markets, Trade and Finance, Sunil Dahiya, says food systems progress should be measured not only by their productivity but also by their ability to deliver healthier diets. …
Measure food systems progress not only by productivity but also ability to deliver healthy diets – AGRA

Business

Ghana launches policy to double local pharmaceutical manufacturing

The News

The government has launched the Cabinet-approved Ghana Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Policy to double domestic medicine production, address dependence on imports (which account for 70% of medicine supply), and increase locally manufactured medicines' share of the domestic market from 30% to 60%. The policy, announced by the Trade Minister, provides a coordinated framework covering investment, regulation, public procurement, skills development, and regional trade.

29 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 29 October

Ghana launches policy to double local pharmaceutical manufacturing
The government has launched the Cabinet-approved Ghana Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Policy to double domestic medicine production, address dependence on imports (which account for 70% of medicine supply), and increase locally manufactured medicines' share of the domestic market from 30% to 60%. The policy, announced by the Trade Minister, provides a coordinated framework covering investment, regulation, public procurement, skills development, and regional trade.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Poland discuss trade, investment, and security cooperation
Ghana and Poland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with discussions focusing on trade, investment, industrial development, technology, education and security. The meeting, held between Ghana's Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Poland's Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs in Accra on October 29, 2026, provided an opportunity to review longstanding ties and identify areas for deeper cooperation.
29 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian entrepreneur builds shea butter skincare business with 600 women
Francesca describes her journey growing a shea butter and organic skincare business that works with 600 women producers in northern Ghana, and highlights challenges including access to finance and gender bias in banking.
29 October 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 28 October

AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi to host inaugural West Africa mine rescue competition
AngloGold Ashanti's Obuasi Mine and Endeavour Mining will jointly host the 2026 West Africa Mine Rescue and Emergency Response Competition from November 2–6 in Obuasi, Ghana, bringing together mine rescue teams and emergency response professionals from across West Africa to demonstrate technical skills and exchange knowledge on mine safety and casualty management.
28 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 27 October

Ghana developing first Youth Peace and Security action plan
Ghana is developing its first National Action Plan on Youth, Peace and Security to strengthen young people's participation in conflict prevention and peacebuilding, the CEO of the National Youth Authority announced at an ECOWAS ministerial consultation in Accra.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Youth must lead West Africa's peace and security efforts
The CEO of Ghana's National Youth Authority called for greater youth participation in decision-making on peace and security, arguing that young people should be active partners in conflict prevention rather than mere beneficiaries of such policies. He urged stakeholders to strengthen platforms for youth engagement and ensure young people's contributions translate into practical measures for regional stability.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
New Global Education Centre opening in Accra for digital learning
A new Global Education Centre under construction in Accra near the Ghana Temple will expand access to digital learning and employment resources for BYU-Pathway Worldwide students, featuring more than 100 computers and expected to open early next year. The facility builds on a program that began in 2011 and has since grown to serve almost 40,000 students across West Africa.
27 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
CDABI president launches two books on digital asset regulation
The president of Ghana's Chamber of Digital Assets and Blockchain Innovations has launched two books on digital asset regulation to inform policy decisions in Ghana and West Africa. The books examine regulatory frameworks across multiple regions and present policy findings and options for Ghana to consider.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 26 October

MP urges urgent assessment of Ghana's Ebola isolation centres
Dr Kingsley Agyemang, MP for Abuakwa South and member of Parliament's Health Committee, has called on the government to urgently assess the readiness of Ghana's isolation and treatment facilities and ensure adequate supplies of personal protective equipment and diagnostic materials amid concerns over Ebola spread in West Africa following confirmation of a case in Nigeria.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Gender mainstreaming critical to Africa's peace and security operations
An ECOWAS peace official has called for stronger integration of gender perspectives into peace and security operations across Africa, saying that policy commitments must translate into practical action. She stressed that gender mainstreaming is essential to understanding conflict dynamics, protecting civilians and building sustainable peace.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
MP calls for stronger Ebola preparedness after Nigeria case
The Abuakwa South MP has urged Ghana's government to strengthen public health emergency preparedness following Nigeria's confirmation of an Ebola virus disease case on October 20, 2026. He called for intensified disease surveillance at borders, activation of rapid response teams, and assessment of isolation facilities, citing Ghana's extensive travel links and population movements across West Africa.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian media entrepreneur Bola Ray joins IGNITE Global Advisory Board
Social commerce company IGNITE has appointed Ghanaian media entrepreneur Bola Ray to its newly formed Global Advisory Board, as part of an expansion aimed at connecting African micro-entrepreneurs and digital creators to global social commerce networks. The company unveiled four core product lines and said its model provides training, digital tools and consumer products to micro-entrepreneurs and brand affiliates.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 25 October

Transport Minister urges efficient ports for regional trade growth
At the GPHA's 40th Anniversary Dinner, the Transport Minister called for collaboration among port authorities, government, private operators, and regulators to improve cargo handling, reduce delays, strengthen coordination, and adopt digital systems and automation. He also emphasised the importance of better transport connectivity linking ports, roads, railways, and logistics centres, alongside environmental sustainability and workforce development.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 24 October

Gender Minister urges Canada-Africa cooperation on women's economic access
Ghana's Gender Minister Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey called for stronger Canada–Africa cooperation to improve women's access to finance, markets and economic opportunities, citing structural barriers that limit women's full economic participation. She highlighted Canada-supported projects in Ghana and identified three areas for further cooperation: expanding affordable finance for women-owned businesses, strengthening women's trade participation, and investing in skills development and childcare.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 23 October

Bawumia discusses pharmaceutical hub strategy with industry leaders
Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia met with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana to discuss positioning the country as a leading pharmaceutical production hub in West Africa, focusing on boosting local medicine production, regulatory efficiency, and public-private partnerships.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
UN: world must cut emissions 18% by 2030 to limit warming
The UN Environment Programme says countries must cut greenhouse gas emissions by 18% by 2030 and 45% by 2035 compared with 2025 levels to have a chance of keeping global heating to 1.5°C; even with deep cuts starting now, warming would likely peak at 1.7–1.8°C mid-century before potentially falling back to 1.5°C by 2100.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
ECOWAS energy ministers discuss battery storage and market rules
Energy ministers from ECOWAS member states are meeting in Accra to consider a directive on battery energy storage systems and an amendment to regional electricity market levy regulations, aimed at harmonizing energy sector operations and supporting renewable energy development across the sub-region.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana targets textiles, agribusiness and auto components for investment
Ghana is targeting textiles, agribusiness and component manufacturing to attract investors, according to the CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority. The country is emphasizing policy changes, credible leadership and business-friendly reforms beyond its traditional appeal of political stability.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 22 October

Ghana, EU reaffirm cooperation with Sahel states on terrorism
Ghana and the EU have pledged to strengthen cooperation with Sahel countries to address terrorism, security threats and humanitarian challenges. At an October 2026 meeting in Accra, Ghana's Special Envoy noted that AES countries intend to continue cooperating with ECOWAS collectively despite their withdrawal from the regional organisation, while the EU's Sahel representative said the bloc is adopting a renewed approach centred on dialogue and identifying shared interests.
22 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana extends pharmaceutical park EOI deadline to October 2026
The government has extended the deadline for expressions of interest in the Legon Pharmaceutical Innovation Park to October 31, 2026, to allow pharmaceutical manufacturers and other businesses time to apply to establish operations within the 2,000-acre industrial ecosystem in Greater Accra designed to strengthen local pharmaceutical manufacturing and create employment.
22 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Family holds memorial mass for Nana Konadu on October 23
The family of late former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings has invited the public to a memorial mass on Friday, October 23, at Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra to commemorate the first anniversary of her death. Nana Konadu served as First Lady from 1981 to 2001 and was known for her work in women's empowerment, children's rights, and founding the 31st December Women's Movement, which constructed over 1,000 early childhood development centres across Ghana.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 20 October

IGNITE appoints Bola Ray to advisory board for African entrepreneurship
IGNITE Social Enterprise has expanded its product ecosystem and unveiled a Global Advisory Board featuring Ghanaian media CEO Nathan Kwabena Anokye Adisi (Bola Ray), aiming to connect African micro-entrepreneurs and digital creators to global social commerce pipelines.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana positions itself as West African energy hub via BRICS
The article argues that Ghana should leverage BRICS partnerships to develop natural gas infrastructure and renewable energy systems while avoiding long-term fossil fuel dependence, positioning itself as a regional energy hub serving West African markets through petroleum products, electricity, and clean energy solutions.
20 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Energy Minister woos investors; PHDC signs Global Sphere petroleum deal
Ghana's Energy Minister Dr John Jinapor reaffirmed the government's commitment to building a credible, competitive and investor-friendly energy sector during African Energy Week meetings. The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation signed a partnership agreement with Global Sphere for Phase Two of the Petroleum Hub Project, which the minister called a significant milestone toward making Ghana West Africa's leading energy hub.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
TVET central to Ghana's transformation and 24-hour economy agenda
Ghana's Deputy Chief of Staff says Technical and Vocational Education and Training is key to economic transformation and the government's 24-hour economy agenda. The government aims to increase TVET enrolment from 11 per cent to 20 per cent to strengthen skills development.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 19 October

Ghana must prioritise practical STEAM education in rural areas
The article argues that while STEAM education is vital for Ghana's future, millions of young people in rural and remote areas lack access to actual technology and computers, leaving them at a disadvantage compared to urban counterparts. Teachers in some communities have resorted to drawing digital interfaces on blackboards instead of providing hands-on experience with real tools.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 16 October

Ghana hosts UN convention signing on digital cargo documents
Ghana will host the signing ceremony for the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents on October 26, 2026, aimed at establishing a harmonised legal framework for electronic cargo documents to reduce delays, administrative costs, and fraud risks in cross-border trade.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →
AGTA evolves from expo into year-round global trade alliance
The Africa Global Trade Alliance (AGTA), a Canadian-founded organization, has expanded from the Made in Africa Expo Canada to become a global alliance connecting businesses, governments, investors and institutions to advance trade and investment partnerships between Africa and markets worldwide through a year-round framework.
16 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana pursues AI leadership amid infrastructure and governance gaps
Ghana is investing heavily in artificial intelligence—with a $250 million AI Computing Centre and $20 million National AI Strategy—and attracting major data centre operators, but faces risks from inadequate power grids, weak cybersecurity defences, and regulatory frameworks still in development.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama announces $10 billion New Economy Programme
President Mahama announced a $10 billion New Economy Programme with $2 billion annual investment over four years to accelerate industrialisation, create jobs, and position Ghana as a manufacturing and logistics hub for West Africa. The programme allocates 50% to agriculture and agro-processing, with remaining funds for industry and infrastructure; it was announced during a groundbreaking for the Afienya Industrial Park.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →