Stories from Accra · Ghana

The CSIR-FORIG organization has introduced climate education programs into schools to encourage environmental protection among students.

Ghanaian authorities launched control operations following reports of smuggled Ivorian cocoa being purchased with cash. Four suspects were arrested during the week, according to the report. An investigation into the smuggling activity is currently ongoing. The report noted that the cocoa trade is facing a liquidity crisis. Four officials linked to the defunct Power Distribution Services (PDS) have been arrested in Ghana. The arrests follow an alleged unauthorized transfer of Gh¢850 million from the Electricity Company of Ghana's (ECG) CalBank account.

The global cocoa market is highly structured around two primary producers, Ivory Coast and Ghana. Ivory Coast produces between 45% and 50% of the world's cocoa supply depending on the year. Ghana maintains a similar level of production dominance.

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) reported a GH¢5.4 billion surplus for the 2025 fiscal year. CEO Sammy Gyamfi confirmed the improved financial standing of the organization.

The Ghanaian government has approved a $250 million investment plan to establish a national artificial intelligence center.

Former GIHOC Managing Director Maxwell Kofi Jumah has been detained by the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO). The detention follows allegations of financial irregularities during his tenure.

Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Ghana have refused to sign a health agreement proposed by the United States. This partnership is intended for the public health sector but includes requirements for sharing essential disease identification information. Negotiations for co-financing potentially totaling $109 million in the public health sector began in November. This data is used for identifying diseases and developing vaccines and treatments for future pandemics. The information holds market value for medical innovation. Ghana expressed concerns regarding a US health accord that requires partners to share medical innovation data for 25 years, despite co-financing agreements only lasting 5 years. The US has not guaranteed partners access to resulting health innovations. Accra stated a preference for sharing such data through the World Health Organization rather than via bilateral agreements.

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) nearly caused the collapse of the Alisa Hotel due to unpaid accommodation debts related to the Black Stars coach.

South Korea and Ghana have signed three Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to expand cooperation in climate change, artificial intelligence, and maritime security.

Amardeep Singh Hari has been recognized as the most influential technology entrepreneur in Ghana.