What are the latest news in Ghana?
Major headlines and recent developments in Ghana:
- Ministerial Swearing-In & Cabinet Moves: President John Mahama has officially sworn in Mahama Ayariga and Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings following parliamentary vetting and approval. Dr. Agyeman-Rawlings pledged immediate action to tackle illegal mining (galamsey) and related environmental offenses. -www.graphic.com.gh+ 1——–
- Judiciary & Parliamentary Vetting: Parliament approved three new Supreme Court bench nominees, despite procedural objections and a walkout by the Minority caucus regarding the shortened timeline for public vetting inputs.- www.graphic.com.gh———
- Constitutional Review Committee: An 11-member Constitution Review Implementation Committee, chaired by Marietta Brew, has been inaugurated to spearhead long-awaited constitutional amendments. -www.graphic.com.gh——–
- Anti-Corruption & Legal Cases: The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has declared a renewed push on high-profile investigations, focusing attention on figures tied to the Asante Berko and Aksa Energy bribery allegations.- Concurrently, the High Court gave the Attorney-General 14 days to file disclosures in the GH₵30 million EXIM Bank fraud case. -www.graphic.com.gh+ 1——–
- Infrastructure & Urban Development: Sod-cutting ceremonies took place for major commercial developments at Accra Airport, including a 2,000-bay parking facility and hotel complex.- Additionally, major drainage improvement projects are scheduled across key zones such as Kaneshie. -www.graphic.com.gh+ 1——–
- Bagré Dam Spillage: The annual spillage of Burkina Faso’s Bagré Dam has commenced, prompting safety warnings and preparedness advisories for downstream farming communities in northern Ghana.- Ghana Web———
- Public Transport & Fare Clashes: Defiance of national fare guidelines by select commercial transport (trotro) operators in Accra has led to fare hikes of up to 30% on certain routes, drawing friction from commuter groups. -ghanaiantimes.com.gh——–