Author: Karen Jacqueline

In 2026, Google has launched one of its biggest digital training initiatives in Ghana, offering 100,000 fully funded scholarships to help young people acquire in-demand tech skills. The programme, built around Google Career Certificates, is part of a broader effort to prepare Ghanaians for the fast-growing digital economy. The scholarship programme was officially announced in April 2026, with applications now open to Ghanaians across the country. The initiative aims to equip youth with practical, job-ready skills that can be completed in less than six months. This move follows Google’s earlier commitment made during the launch of its AI Community Center…

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has come under public attention after confirming defects in some of its newly issued 2026 vehicle number plates. The issue, which affects a portion of embossed plates, has raised concerns among motorists about quality control, road safety, and enforcement. In April 2026, the DVLA officially admitted that some of the newly issued “26” registration plates were defective. According to the Authority, routine quality checks revealed that certain plates did not meet durability standards. The main issue identified was fading characters on the plates, which could make them difficult to read over time. This…

Ghanaian consumers are set to receive some relief at the pumps in May 2026, as fuel prices are projected to decline slightly in the first pricing window of the month. The expected reduction follows a combination of government intervention and marginal shifts in global oil market conditions. According to pricing indicators from the National Petroleum Authority, both petrol and diesel will see modest reductions beginning May 1, 2026. Petrol prices are expected to fall slightly from about GH¢13.27 per litre to around GH¢13.25, just a 2 pesewa drop. Diesel, however, is projected to see a more noticeable reduction, falling to…

Residents in Ghana’s Volta Region and Oti Region have recently experienced a series of power outages, sparking renewed concerns about electricity reliability in these parts of the country. The outages, confirmed by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and partners like Ghana Grid Company, are linked to both planned maintenance and unexpected technical faults. One of the most recent disruptions occurred on April 28, 2026, when ECG announced a scheduled six-hour power outage across parts of the two regions, running from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. In addition, a more serious and unplanned outage has been linked to a fire…

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Newmont Corporation is the world’s largest gold mining company, and its operations in Ghana, commonly referred to as Newmont Ghana, have played a major role in the country’s mining sector for nearly two decades. Ghana, Africa’s leading gold producer, is the company’s primary base on the continent, reflecting the country’s importance in global gold production. Newmont Ghana’s operations have centered on two major mining areas: Ahafo and Akyem. The Ahafo Mine, located in the Bono Region, began commercial production in 2006 and remains one of the company’s flagship operations. It includes both surface and underground mining, contributing significantly to Ghana’s…

Benjamin Nketsiah has once again made headlines after receiving a prestigious academic honor from Michigan State University. He is known in Ghana for his role in leading Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School to victory in the 2020 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ). Nketsiah’s latest achievement highlights his continued academic excellence on the global stage. His journey from a celebrated high school quiz champion to an award-winning university researcher reflects the growing impact of Ghanaian students in international academic spaces. Benjamin Nketsiah earned the Honours Giving Back Award, which recognizes students who combine academic excellence with meaningful social impact. The award…

Ghanaians experienced significant power disruptions on Sunday, April 19, 2026, as the carried out both planned and emergency maintenance across key parts of the country. The outages were not random; they were part of a coordinated effort to stabilize the national grid after a series of technical faults and infrastructure failures. According to official updates, the power cuts were necessary to address damaged high-tension poles, feeder faults, and other network issues that had already caused outages a day earlier. Engineers were deployed to fix these problems while also upgrading ageing infrastructure to prevent future disruptions. In the Tema Region, several…

The has once again drawn national attention after updating its list of unrecognized tertiary institutions operating across the country. The move is part of ongoing efforts to regulate Ghana’s higher education sector and protect students from enrolling in schools that do not meet official standards. In recent years, the growth of private colleges and training centers has created more opportunities for tertiary education. However, it has also opened the door for institutions that operate without proper accreditation, leaving many students at risk of obtaining qualifications that are not legally recognized. The list published by includes institutions that either lack accreditation,…

Ibrahim Mahama has long been a significant figure in Ghana’s private sector, particularly within mining and infrastructure. As the founder of Engineers and Planners Limited (E&P), he built one of West Africa’s most influential indigenous mining services companies. Over the years, his work has placed him in close partnership with major multinational mining firms, giving him both industry experience and national visibility. He is also widely known as the brother of former President, a connection that often draws additional public attention to his business dealings. The main reason Ibrahim Mahama is currently trending is the high-profile takeover of the Damang…