Are we not training our children for the past?
Though often celebrated for its strides in increasing access to education, Ghana's educational system remains rooted in outdated paradigms that hinder its ability to...
Chieftaincy institution in Ghana at a crossroads – a perspective by Andrew Kofi Anokye (Koans)
In contemporary Ghana, the chieftaincy institution—an indigenous political system that selects and installs leaders based on moral standing and adherence to native customs and...
Reset Agenda: The challenge of monetisation of politics – ‘When money dictates, democracy pays the ultimate price’
Monetisation of politics has entrenched itself so deeply in our political culture that it now threatens the very foundation of democratic governance.
From internal party...
Kwesi Yankah: Fighting cocaine with the cross
Years ago, I was nearly baptized with Coke in East Palo Alto, California; an experience that could have passed for my First Day at...
Accra dysfunctional streetlights raise safety concerns
Accra streetlights! Hmm. Could this be a flicker of hope or a persistent problem? In February this year when the streetlights between the Okponglo...
Bawku Conflict: Open letter to UN Security Council President
April 15, 2025
To: His Excellency,President of the United Nations Security CouncilUnited Nations HeadquartersNew York, NY, USA
Subject: Urgent Appeal for Intervention in the Ongoing Conflict...
Sincerity, friendship and equality: Shaping diplomacy in an era of global economic turbulence
As the world economy faces severe challenges of rising unilateralism and a trade war looms large on the prospects of global economic recovery, certain...
Reform now: The case for equitable delegate representation for NPP external branches
As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) grows in stature and global reach, the time has come to re-examine our internal architecture and ask ourselves...
Building peace in Bawku; A blueprint from Alavanyo- Nkonya and the role of the media
As violence and tensions continue to disrupt life in Bawku, a comparative look at the Alavanyo-Nkonya conflict offers valuable insights into how communities and...
Bosompem Richmond writes: IGP Yohuno’s approach to Bawku conflict dangerous
I strongly disagree with the recent approach taken by the Inspector General of Police(IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno, regarding the ongoing insecurity in Bawku.Promising special...
Joshua Asumeng Badu’s dedication positions him as an extraordinary DCE candidate
Joshua Asumeng Badu, a seasoned political figure and loyal party supporter, has expressed his strong desire to serve as the next District Chief Executive...
Lost values, broken systems: The growing wave of indiscipline in education
The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) is deeply troubled by the alarming increase in indiscipline within our pre-tertiary education system.Reports of violence, brutality,...
Need for ethnic balance in MMDCE appointments
The 1992 Constitution guarantees Ghana's status as a unitary state. This means that there'll be no regional assemblies that would give rise to a...
NDC cannot end Double Track by 2027; they lack understanding of the policy
In opposition, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) made it their mission to demonize the double-track policy, labeling it a “failure” and vowing to eliminate...
The institution of Parliament of Ghana: A general overview
Introduction – General Overview
In governance systems, the three arms of government—executive, legislature, and judiciary—work together to ensure a functioning democracy.
The Parliament of Ghana, one...
Built by brains
Energy efficiency in the built environment is critical for sustainable development, especially in an urbanizing Ghana.Adrian Odamtten, a mechanical engineer in the built environment,...
Institutionalising CSR: A legislative imperative for Ghana
Mr. Speaker,Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) encapsulates a corporation’s ethical obligation to conduct its business in a manner that is economically viable, socially responsible, and...
Ghana’s Resilience: Preparing for the rains ahead
Flooding has become one of the most devastating and recurrent natural disasters confronting Ghana, especially during its rainy seasons.Year after year, torrential rains transform...
The great ECG container heist: A comedy of errors
Ladies and gentlemen, gather around, for I bring you the most thrilling, jaw-dropping, popcorn-worthy saga of our time—The Great ECG Container Heist!If you thought...
Gideon Boako writes: BoG raises policy rate to 28%; a lesson for the Finance Minister?
When you advise the government, they won’t listen. But how do they feel now that their so-called “artificial” drop in T-bill rates - engineered...
His finest hour yet: The Bawumia concession and lessons in leadership
What was expected to be his lowest moment in politics ended up becoming a shining example. Mitt Romney once said something about elections and...
Thaddeus Sory: To thine own self be true – let the law work
On the evening of Tuesday, March 25, 2025, social media reports indicated that President John Mahama had forwarded three petitions for the removal of...
Ghana National Fire Service struggling to meet rising demands amidst severe resource constraints
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is grappling with an unprecedented surge in fire outbreaks, creating an escalating crisis in the country’s firefighting capacity...
A letter to President John Mahama: Education! Education! Education!
Dear Your Excellency my President, I come to you today with my second letter to you since you assumed office some weeks ago.I do...
How to boost agriculture and cut Ghana’s over $3.5bn food import bill
Ghana is home to some of the world’s best arable lands, yet it is the country with one of the biggest food import bills.
Food...
Using the CHILD and MOTHER model to curb conflict in Bawku
New brooms and sweepers are needed at this crucial time, and the use of the same old broom to sweep out the mess must...
Ghana Bauxite Company sale to Ofori-Poku Company Ltd: A transparent deal with no corruption
“For my mouth will speak the truth, wickedness is an abomination to my lips.” – Proverbs 8:7, Holy Bible.This powerful biblical quote reminds us,...
Okudzeto Ablakwa: Ghana’s youngest Foreign Affairs Minister redefining political leadership
Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has become a household name and an inspiration to young...
Resetting the Nation: The Council of State’s critical role
Introduction: A Nation in Crisis
Under the Akufo-Addo administration, Ghana experienced one of its most turbulent governance periods. The economy struggled with high interest rates,...
Dampare: The IGP who divided a nation
Dr George Akuffo Dampare has been a polarizing figure, he's divided opinions in a way few recent IGPs have. For better or worse, he...
To the new Mahama administration: Leveraging Ghana-China partnerships for industrial growth and economic transformation
Ghana’s economic growth continues to gain momentum, driven by efforts toward industrial expansion, trade diversification, and digital transformation.
As Ghana enters a new phase under...
Solutions to TB and HIV benefit all of us, North and South
In the west of Kenya, near the shores of Lake Victoria, where I come from, a tuberculosis outbreak is no different from one that...
From Coup to Glory: How Nkrumah’s name outlived his opponents
Ei, Ghanaians! Here we are again, celebrating another Independence Day—this time, the grand 68th anniversary. If Ghana were a human being, by now, it...
Ghana’s 68th Independence Day; a reflection of economic realities?
Today marks Ghana’s 68th Independence Day, a moment traditionally filled with pomp, pride, and patriotic fervor. However, unlike previous years when the grand spectacle...
The critical role of Alhaji Asoma Banda in shaping up resilience of the fourth Republic
"Any nation that does not honour its heroes will not long endure.” - Abraham LincolnOver the weekend, the Ghanaians learnt with sadness the passing...
Council of State under 1992 constitution: A flawed system in need of review and amendment
Ghana’s democratic governance, as enshrined in the 1992 Constitution, is built on a framework of checks and balances designed to ensure accountability, stability, and...
Why Zoomlion can’t be blamed for meagre, delayed salaries of staff under the Waste and Sanitation Module of YEA
IntroductionA very rich man cultivated a large plantation and hired workers to work on the farm for him.But because the farm was so huge...
Gov’t reclaims forest reserves: A bold stand to save Ghana’s forests and water bodies
Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to tackling illegal mining in Ghana, declaring a relentless and...
Bawumia, NPP, and the crossroads of 2028: A costly political gamble?
In Ghanaian politics, loyalty to party leadership is often seen as a necessity. But at what cost?
This question becomes even more critical as the...
Three years of resilience: Ukraine’s unyielding battle against Russian aggression
On the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the world reflects on a conflict that has reshaped global geopolitics, tested international law,...