News & Politics
News & Politics brings you the latest breaking news, political developments, government decisions and major stories from Ghana and across Africa. We cover Parliament, the Presidency, political parties, public policy, elections, governance, national issues and the people shaping Ghana’s future.
The Judiciary Explained: How Ghana’s Courts Work
The Judiciary is the third arm of government, separate from the Executive and the Legislature. It is the institution that…
How Ghana’s Local Government System Works
Ghana’s local government system is built on a simple but powerful idea: that development decisions should be made by the…
What Does Ghana’s District Assembly Do?
In Ghana’s decentralised system of governance, the District Assembly is the highest political and administrative authority at the local level….
What Does a Minister Actually Do?
In Ghana’s system of government, a Minister of State is much more than a ceremonial title. Ministers are the principal…
MP, Minister and MMDCE: What Is the Difference?
In Ghana’s system of government, three titles are often confused: MP, Minister, and MMDCE. They sound similar, and sometimes the…
What Is the Difference Between the President and Parliament?
In Ghana’s presidential system, the President and Parliament serve distinct roles, though they are often linked by political party affiliation…
Genser Energy Secures €456 Million Financing From South African Banks to Expand West African Gas and Power Infrastructure
Genser Energy has secured €456 million in term and revolving credit facilities to support ongoing energy infrastructure projects and expansion…
I enjoyed my time as Gender Minister – Otiko Djaba
Otiko Djaba — A former Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Otiko Afisa Djaba, has described her time…
How Ghana’s Political Parties Work
Political parties are everywhere in Ghanaian public life. Their colours appear on billboards, their slogans fill the airwaves during campaign…
What Happens After a General Election?
The votes have been counted. The results have been declared. The winner has been announced. For many Ghanaians, that is…
