Author: Rebecca Eson

The National Film Authority (NFA) has officially launched its Film Development Fund, a major initiative aimed at addressing financing challenges and promoting long-term growth within Ghana’s film industry. The launch event, held on Wednesday, May 20, at Silverbird Cinema, also featured the inauguration of the Film Development Fund Management Committee and the Film Classification Committee, both of which are expected to strengthen oversight and regulation within the sector. Addressing attendees during the ceremony, NFA Chief Executive Officer Kafui Danku described the initiative as a significant milestone for Ghana’s creative industry. She noted that the establishment of the Film Development Fund…

Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has acknowledged growing discussions and political manoeuvring within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over who could eventually succeed President John Dramani Mahama. He indicated that concerns raised by Callistus Mahama regarding early succession politics potentially distracting the government were legitimate and deserved attention. According to Kwakye Ofosu, the NDC’s future electoral success would ultimately depend on the performance of the government rather than the personalities seeking leadership positions within the party. He argued that Ghanaian voters have become increasingly focused on results and governance outcomes, stressing that effective leadership and delivery on promises would play…

Accra Academy has announced that it will officially launch activities for its 95th anniversary celebration on May 29, 2026, under the theme “A Legacy of Pride, Purpose & Achievements.” The launch event, which will be open to the public, is scheduled to take place at the Ridge Church Main Auditorium and is expected to attract alumni, students, parents, staff, dignitaries, and other stakeholders associated with the institution. According to the Joint 95th Anniversary Planning Committee, the event will mark the beginning of a year-long programme aimed at celebrating the school’s rich history while setting the stage for its centenary anniversary…

Ghana national under-17 football team will face Uganda national under-17 football team in a playoff match with a place at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup at stake. The winner of the encounter will secure qualification for the tournament scheduled to take place in Qatar from November 19 to December 13. The playoff opportunity comes after the Black Starlets failed to progress to the quarter-finals of the 2026 Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Although Ghana secured a 3-1 victory over South Africa national under-17 football team and finished the group stage with four points, the team placed third in…

Neymar has reportedly suffered another injury setback just days after his inclusion in Brazil national football team’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced forward for Santos FC has struggled with recurring injury problems in recent years, with the latest issue reportedly affecting his right calf. According to Santos’ head of medical services, Rodrigo Zogaib, Neymar sustained a two-millimetre edema that has caused swelling in the affected area. Reports indicate that the injury resulted in his absence from Santos’ 2-2 draw against San Lorenzo in the Copa Sudamericana on Wednesday. The Brazilian star is also expected to miss…

BudgIT Ghana is calling on the government to strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation efforts and reduce reliance on borrowing as Ghana’s public debt stock continues to increase. The call follows the latest economic and financial data released by the Bank of Ghana, which showed that Ghana’s total public debt rose to GH¢674.1 billion in February 2026, representing approximately 42.2 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Speaking during a workshop organised to examine the 2026 Budget, Senior Research Officer at BudgIT Ghana, Hamid Abdel-Mumuni, warned that continued borrowing could further increase the country’s debt burden and create long-term fiscal challenges. According to…

The Consumer Protection Agency (CPA) has revealed that more than 133 products currently being sold in Ghana lack registration from either the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) or the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), sparking concerns about consumer safety and regulatory compliance. In a statement issued on Thursday, May 21, the agency said a recent market surveillance exercise uncovered widespread violations, with products bypassing mandatory testing and certification before reaching consumers. The CPA commended the GSA for recent enforcement actions against substandard goods, including the closure of a mattress manufacturing company accused of using unapproved materials, as well as operations at…

The Chief Executive Officer of Axis Pension Trust, Afriyie Oware, has proposed policy interventions, including government-backed incentives and matching contribution schemes, to increase pension participation among workers in Ghana’s informal sector. According to him, current market conditions make it financially unattractive for pension providers to aggressively target the informal sector due to the high costs associated with customer acquisition and long-term sustainability. Speaking on the sidelines of the 2026 Axis Pension Trust Pension Strategy Conference, Oware explained that pension institutions face significantly higher operational costs when enrolling informal sector workers compared to workers in the formal sector. He stated that…

The Court of Appeal has overturned an earlier High Court ruling and directed the Bank of Ghana to restore the operating licence of GN Bank, marking a major twist in the long‑running legal battle over the 2018 banking sector clean‑up. In its judgment, the three‑member panel ordered that all assets belonging to the institution be returned to their original owners and instructed the Receiver to hand management back to the bank’s previous leadership team. GN Bank, reclassified as a savings and loans company in January 2019 and later renamed GN Savings and Loans, had its licence revoked by the central…

The Government of Ghana has announced a temporary postponement of the planned evacuation of Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks reported in parts of the country. In a statement issued on May 21 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, authorities explained that the evacuation exercise, which was initially scheduled to begin on Thursday, May 21, has been delayed for a few days to allow officials to complete key logistical and legal requirements necessary for the operation. According to the ministry, more than 800 Ghanaians currently living in South Africa have registered with Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria…