Latest news in Ghana? September 2nd, 2026

02-09-2026

Key National & Economic News
  • COCOBOD Debt Obligations Settled: Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) completed the settlement of 2.3 billion Ghanaian cedis in Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bond obligations, clearing its scheduled bond commitments for 2026. CNBC Africa
  • 5G Spectrum Licensing Advances: The National Communications Authority (NCA) announced receipt of four formal applications for high-speed mobile broadband and 5G spectrum licenses in the 700MHz, 2.3GHz, and 3GHz bands. TechAfrica News
  • Global Reparations Agenda: President John Dramani Mahama announced preparations for Ghana to host a high-level United Nations side event on reparatory justice during the upcoming 81st UN General Assembly session. CitiNewsroom.com
Labor & Education
  • Teacher Strike Suspended: Major teacher unions agreed to suspend planned nationwide industrial action following government assurances regarding salary adjustments set for September. Adomonline.com
  • National Science & Maths Quiz (NSMQ): Competitive action intensified as Bright SHS marked a historic first private school semi-final qualification, while Achimota School secured their spot in the next stage.
Security & Regional Developments
  • New Winneba Tensions: The Inspector General of Police (IGP) deployed specialized reinforcement teams to restore order in New Winneba following violent local confrontations and gunfire incidents. Ghana Web
  • Suhum Highway Accident: Emergency services responded to a serious three-vehicle collision along the Suhum Highway resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries. Ghana Web


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