This week in Ghana
Ghana's media this week covered a range of domestic issues, including the opposition NPP's national executive elections and a planned 15-hour power outage in parts of Greater Accra. Other significant stories included the re-election of religious leaders, demands from mineworkers for locked-up funds, and environmental concerns over microplastics found in fish.
About Ghana
Ghana, a vibrant West African nation, stands out for its rich cultural heritage, stable democratic governance, and significant historical role, particularly concerning the transatlantic slave trade. The country boasts one of the continent's freest press environments, fostering diverse media landscapes with both state-owned and private outlets, which shapes its dynamic news coverage.
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Media landscape
Ghana enjoys a robust and free media environment, characterized by a mix of state and privately-owned broadcasters and publications. This diversity contributes to a vibrant public discourse and strong press freedom ratings in the region.
To gain a comprehensive understanding of Ghanaian perspectives, seek out news sources that offer content in both English and prominent local languages.
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Ghana Education Ministry and Three Teacher Unions Reach Deal on Promotions and Pay Scales
Ghana’s three pre-tertiary teacher unions have agreed to suspend planned strike action after the government addressed complaints about promotion placements and salary scales. The agreement followed a …
I Don’t Take the NPP for Granted, Afenyo-Markin Insists
Alexander Afenyo-Markin insists that he does not regard support from Ghana’s New Patriotic Party as guaranteed. The statement is presented as a warning against complacency within the party. No further…
Afenyo-Markin says GoldBod concerns focus on implementation, not individuals
Alexander Afenyo-Markin says his dispute over Ghana’s GoldBod is about how the institution operates, not about the people connected to it. The Minority Leader said he had never named anyone while rais…
Ghana police promote officer who saved lives during Aboso fire
Inspector Hance Atubra has been promoted to chief inspector after helping save people trapped in a fire at Aboso Main Lorry Station in Ghana’s Western Region. The fire broke out on Aug. 26, engulfing …
Supreme Court Dismisses Bid to Halt Skytrain Trial
Ghana’s Supreme Court has cleared the way for the High Court to continue the Skytrain trial after rejecting an injunction application from former Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund chief executive S…
FDA seizes unregistered cigarette-shaped candy in Accra
Authorities in Ghana have seized a candy designed to look like a cigarette during a crackdown in Accra’s Central Business District. The Food and Drugs Authority, working with National Security, confis…
Supreme Court rejects bid to halt Ghana's Skytrain trial
Ghana's Skytrain trial can continue after the Supreme Court rejected an attempt by former Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund chief executive Solomon Asamoah to halt the proceedings. Asamoah, the fir…
FDA seizes unregistered cigarette-shaped candy in Accra
Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority has seized a candy designed to look like a cigarette during a crackdown in Accra’s Central Business District. The product, branded Cigarette Rod Lollipop, is not regis…
NPP vetting featured frank discussions, leadership hopeful Afoko says
Paul Awentami Afoko said his vetting for the New Patriotic Party’s national chairmanship was more probing than a routine formality. “There was a lot of frank discussion,” he told journalists after app…
Boakye Agyarko campaign denies rift with Bawumia ahead of NPP chairman election
Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko’s campaign is pushing back against claims that he has fallen out with New Patriotic Party flagbearer Mahamudu Bawumia, saying the chairman hopeful fully supports him. In a s…
National Service Authority reopens portal for defaulters and private candidates
Ghana’s National Service Authority has reopened its application portal for defaulters and private candidates seeking PIN codes for the 2026/2027 national service year. In a statement issued on August …
GCB Raises Share of Ghana’s Credit Market to 17.8% as Lending Lead Grows
GCB Bank took 17.8% of Ghana’s credit market in 2025, widening its lead as the country’s banks expanded lending. The figure marks a steady rise from 12.0% in 2023 and 15.4% in 2024. The increase came …
Education Ministry delays SHS placement results to September 4
Ghana’s Education Ministry has postponed the release of senior high school placement results by four days after requests for more time from parents, guardians, students and school heads. The 2026/2027…
Challenging Heights rescues 25 children trafficked for forced labour on Lake Volta
Twenty-five children, aged between six and 14, have been removed from forced labour on Lake Volta in a weekend operation led by Challenging Heights with Ghana’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit and Departm…
Tema General Hospital gets facelift for women’s emergency care
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Emergency Ward at Tema General Hospital has received a renovation and has been handed over to hospital management. The project aims to create a more suitable environment…
aYo Ghana Wins Insurance Award
MTN aYo Insurance has won the Mobile Insurance Leader award for 2026 at the Ghana Insurance Awards. The company faced no competition for the award, according to the report. The awards ceremony recogni…
Ghana Steps Up Campaign to Retain UN Human Rights Council Seat
Ghana is seeking Chile’s backing as it campaigns to retain its seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council for another three-year term. Ghana’s ambassador to Brazil, Nii Amasah Namoale, made the a…
New GNA board to strengthen agency’s strategic direction
The Ghana News Agency has a new eight-member board, and its mandate goes beyond routine administration. The board is expected to shape the agency’s strategic direction, protect its editorial independe…
State-owned enterprise sector rebounds as revenue reaches GH¢176.43 billion
Ghana’s state-owned enterprise sector recorded a sharp financial improvement in 2025, with total revenue reaching GH¢176.43 billion. The figure compares with GH¢137.64 billion in 2024, an increase of …
Minerals Commission secures 13 mining blocks for small-scale miners
Ghana’s Minerals Commission has secured 13 mining block areas for small-scale miners who currently operate in prohibited locations, especially along water bodies. The move forms part of a broader effo…
Northern Region gets industrial boost as Mahama opens Savelugu garment factory
President John Dramani Mahama opened the first phase of Northshore Apparel Ghana Limited’s garment manufacturing facility at Savelugu on Friday, prompting excitement among chiefs and residents of Ghan…
Accra West to experience interruption in water supply – GWL
A damaged 500-millimeter transmission pipeline has interrupted water supply to parts of western Accra, Ghana Water Limited said. The affected communities include Mallam, Darkuman, Kaneshie, Mataheko, …
Ghana National Fire Service to Launch Digital System for Permits and Safety Checks
The Ghana National Fire Service is preparing to move key fire-safety applications online through the Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System, or AFCAS. The platform will allow homeowners, business…
How Gen Z and Millennials Are Redefining Saving and Spending Through a Ghanaian Lens
For many young Ghanaians, financial freedom no longer means spending decades climbing a corporate ladder. It means creating room to earn, save and live independently through several income streams. Me…
Canton Fair offers Ghanaian businesses a gateway to deeper China trade
For Ghanaian entrepreneurs looking beyond the domestic market, the Canton Fair is being presented as more than a large trade exhibition. It is a chance to meet manufacturers, examine new technology an…
Nepal steps up rescue effort to reach hundreds trapped in tunnels
Nepal has intensified efforts to reach workers trapped inside tunnels at an under-construction dam in the Himalayas. The military airlifted heavy machinery by helicopter to the high-altitude project a…
Zambia opposition leader charged with treason
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile has been charged with treason, his lawyer said, as political tensions rise in the country. Mundubile was arrested on Thursday after a deadly raid by authoriti…
From Savelugu to the world: Make Northshore count
Northshore Apparel Ghana Limited has opened in Savelugu with more than 2,300 employees already on its payroll and an ambition to create up to 10,000 direct jobs. For Ghana’s Northern Region, the facto…
Supreme Court Set to Rule on $2 Million SkyTrain Case
Ghana’s Supreme Court is expected to decide whether a $2 million corruption case involving two former infrastructure fund officials should proceed. Solomon Asamoah, the former executive director of th…
IGP promotes Inspector Atubra for saving lives during Aboso fire
Inspector Hance Atubra has been promoted to chief inspector after helping people escape a fire at Aboso Main Lorry Station in Ghana’s Western Region. The Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh …
11 arrested as police and military recover gun and ammunition at Kromase
Eleven people have been arrested after a joint police and military operation at Kromase near Nkwanta in Ghana’s Oti Region recovered a gun and ammunition. The intelligence-led operation took place on …
President Mahama swears in two new ministers
President John Dramani Mahama has officially inducted two new ministers into his government, urging them to uphold integrity, humility, and fairness in their service to Ghana. The ceremony at Jubilee …
Ghana urges global investors to partner for African growth
Ghana is extending a strong invitation to global investors, positioning itself as a prime destination and gateway for opportunities across Africa. The government is committed to fostering an environme…
Government Revives Cotton Production in Northern Region to Support Textile Industry
Ghana's government is making a concerted push to revitalize cotton cultivation in the Northern Region, aiming to bolster the domestic textile and garment industry. This strategic move focuses on secur…
DVLA to manufacture own number plates, ending third-party reliance
The Driver and Vehicle Licencing Authority (DVLA) in Ghana is embarking on a significant transformation by establishing its own number plate manufacturing center in Accra. This move signals an end to …
Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Skytrain Trial Injunction
Ghana's Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on an application for an interlocutory injunction filed by Solomon Asamoah, the first accused in the ongoing Skytrain scandal trial. Asamoah, the former…
Ghana-Malta Relations: Building a Partnership for the Future
The diplomatic relationship between Ghana and Malta, formally established on February 27, 1974, is built on a shared history of post-colonial aspirations and mutual inspiration. Ghana's independence i…
Ghana's Vice President receives Democracy Cup, urges citizens to protect democratic gains
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang accepted the Democracy Cup on behalf of Ghana, urging citizens to actively safeguard the nation's democratic achievements through responsible partici…
Minority Leader Afenyo-Markin pledges friendship to new Majority Leader Agalga
Parliamentary Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has extended a hand of friendship to the newly appointed Majority Leader, James Agalga, vowing to foster consensus-building within the House. Afen…
Ghana's Local Government Minister Nominee Proposes Tech System to Boost Property Rate Revenue
Ghana's nominee for Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, has outlined a plan to revolutionize local revenue generation by introducing a technology-driven sy…
Ghana police and Ahafo Ano South West Assembly boost security collaboration
The Ghana Police Service and the Ahafo Ano South West District Assembly are intensifying their collaborative efforts to bolster security within the district. This renewed commitment follows a working …
Academic cautions against using religious differences for political division
Religious tolerance in Ghana is a national asset that requires vigilant protection, according to Islamic scholar Sheikh Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid. He warned against attempts to exploit legitimate religi…
Ghana Center for Democratic Development Drafts Bill to Regulate Political Financing
The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), in collaboration with the British High Commission, has developed a Draft Model Political Finance Bill aimed at bolstering transparency, account…
Ghana's NDC Elects New Leaders: Alberta Sunu Vies for Weija-Gbawe Chairmanship
Alberta Sunu, the current Women's Organiser for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ghana's Weija-Gbawe Constituency, has declared her intention to contest the party's constituency chairperson p…
Presbyterian Church of Ghana revises constitution to allow members in traditional roles
The Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) has approved a significant revision to its Constitution, allowing its members to serve in traditional capacities within settings like palaces, stools, or skins. …
Ghanaian CSOs train to counter violent extremism in northern regions
Civil society organizations (CSOs) in Ghana's northern regions are undergoing intensive training to bolster their capacity in preventing violent extremism. More than 40 representatives from five north…
GCB Bank Staff Launch 95 Community Projects Nationwide
GCB Bank is mobilizing over 4,000 employees to undertake 95 community development projects nationwide under its Staff Community Impact Programme (SCIP). This extensive, employee-driven initiative aims…
Ghana's Energy Ministry Pledges Commitment to Sustainable Energy System
Ghana is actively pursuing the development of a sustainable energy system to bolster its economy, according to Sulemana Abubakari, Director of Power at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition. He …
Liverpool to face Tottenham in EFL Cup third round
Liverpool will face Tottenham Hotspur in the third round of the Carabao Cup, marking the entry of Europe-competing teams into the competition. The draw places Manchester United against fellow Premier …
Chaos mars Fenerbahce win over Lyon in Champions League qualifier
Fenerbahce secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Lyon in their Champions League playoff, advancing to the league phase. However, the triumph was overshadowed by unsavory incidents at the Groupama Stadiu…
Mbappé Hat-Trick Powers Real Madrid to Dominant 4-1 Victory Over Real Sociedad
Kylian Mbappé delivered a stunning performance, netting a hat-trick to guide Real Madrid to a resounding 4-1 victory against Real Sociedad in their La Liga encounter. This significant win occurred dur…
Arsenal to Face Real Madrid, Bayern Munich in Champions League
Arsenal faces a formidable challenge in the upcoming Champions League league phase, having been drawn into a tough group alongside European giants Real Madrid and Bayern Munich. As last season's final…
UEFA Halts FIFA Boycott Threat After Project Abandonment
UEFA has provisionally suspended its plan to withdraw European teams from FIFA competitions, signaling a de-escalation of a significant dispute between the two football governing bodies. The decision …
Nigeria Football Federation leadership resigns amid criticism
Top leadership within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has stepped down, with President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi, and members of the executive committee resigning fro…
MTN Ghana Earns Prestigious Global Recognition for Project Management Excellence
MTN Ghana has achieved significant international acclaim, securing the 2026 Africa PMO of the Year award from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This marks the company's second consecutive win in…
Bank of Ghana reforms aim to boost confidence, not burden industry
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is implementing reforms within the Microfinance and Specialised Deposit-taking Institutions Sector (SDIs) with the primary goals of rebuilding public confidence, fostering stro…
Work Begins on 24-Hour Market at Sabon Zongo
Construction has officially commenced on a new 24-hour model market at Sabon Zongo, marking a significant development for the Ablekuma Central municipality in Ghana. The Municipal Chief Executive, Mr.…
Ghana Intensifies Armored Vehicle Security After Fatal Attacks
Ghana is tightening its grip on the use of armored bullion vehicles (ABVs) following a spate of violent incidents that claimed the lives of three police officers. The Interior Ministry, in collaborati…
New Audit Committees Tasked to Curb Financial Weaknesses in Northern Ghana
In a move to bolster financial integrity at the local government level, new Audit Committees have been inaugurated for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) across five northern regi…
Speaker urges stronger parliamentary oversight of health regulators
Parliament's Speaker, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has issued a strong call for enhanced parliamentary oversight of health professional regulation throughout Africa. He stressed that robust supervis…
Ghanaian minister-designate plans property rate overhaul
Mahama Ayariga, the Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, has pledged to introduce significant reforms aimed at improving property rate collection across Ghana. A…
Accra commuters face higher fares as trotro operators defy union directives
Commuters in Accra are facing increased transportation costs as a segment of commercial transport operators, known as trotro operators, have chosen to ignore directives from their parent unions. These…
Betterland denies illegal mining in Draw River Forest Reserve
Betterland Ghana Limited has strongly refuted allegations of illegal mining within the Draw River Forest Reserve in Ghana's Western Region. The company insists its activities constitute lawful expande…
Ghanaian bishop warns Christians against 'perverted' and prideful pastors
Bishop Emmanuel Essandoh, founder of the Gospel Way Theological Institute, has issued a strong caution to Christians in Ghana regarding the conduct of some pastors, urging them to be discerning about …
Ghana's Youth Ready to Lead, But Is the Nation Prepared to Empower Them?
Ghana has long espoused the rhetoric that its young people are the "leaders of tomorrow." However, the article argues that this tomorrow seems perpetually deferred, with young Ghanaians often relegate…
Ghana Armed Forces embraces legacy under new leadership
A proverb from Ghana wisely states, “When you drink from the stream, remember those who dug the well.” This sentiment resonates deeply within the Ghana Armed Forces under the current leadership of Chi…
Fire kills 14 newborns in Pakistan hospital nursery
Fourteen newborn babies died in a tragic fire that swept through a hospital nursery in Pakistan's capital on Wednesday. The blaze, which officials believe was caused by an exploding air conditioner, o…
Accra Transport Fares: Operators Urged to Halt Arbitrary Increases
Commercial transport operators in Accra are facing criticism for implementing arbitrary fare increases, charging passengers significantly above approved rates. This practice places an additional finan…
Court gives AG 14 days to file disclosures in GH₵30m EXIM Bank fraud case
The High Court in Accra has set a 14-day deadline for the Attorney-General to present disclosures in a GH₵30 million fraud case linked to the Ghana Export-Import Bank (EXIM Bank). This case involves B…
Cut off the demand: Kan-Dapaah urges political parties to end appetite for vigilante services
Ghana's former Minister for National Security, Albert Kan-Dapaah, has pinpointed the demand for vigilante services among political elites as the root cause of political violence and vigilantism. He as…
Supreme Court Nominee Opposes Capping Justice Numbers
Anthony Forson Jr., a nominee for Ghana's Supreme Court bench, has voiced strong opposition to proposals aimed at capping the number of Justices on the nation's highest court. He contends that such a …
La Salem Oldies face Adabraka/Asylum Down Oldies in RENFAG League
Defending champions La Salem Oldies are set to pursue their second victory of the 2026/2027 Retired National Footballers Association of Ghana (RENFAG) League season. They will host Adabraka/Asylum Dow…
Ghanaian politician Mimi Duah backs Hawa Koomson for NPP National Women's Organiser
Mimi Duah, the Deputy National Women Organiser of Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP), has publicly declared her support for Mavis Hawa Koomson to assume the role of National Women's Organiser. Duah's e…
Ghana and Korea Launch Heritage Project Steering Committee
Ghanaian Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has inaugurated the Ghana-Korea Heritage Project Steering Committee. This committee will provide strategic oversight for a…
Ghana and South Korea Launch 5-Year Project to Protect Historic Forts from Climate Threats
Ghanaian Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie has called for a collective national effort to safeguard the country's historic forts and castles, stressing that "What we inherit from the past is not ou…
Gold refining in Ghana costs more than abroad, says Chamber of Mines CEO
Refining gold in Ghana comes with a higher price tag than doing so abroad, according to Kenneth Ashigbey, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines and convenor of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining. …
President Mahama breaks ground for multi-story car park at Terminal 3
President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the construction of a significant new facility at Kotoka International Airport's Terminal 3. The project involves a seven-story, multi-purpose car…
Myst Water announced as official hydration partner for Accra Inter-City Marathon
Myst Water has officially partnered with the Accra Inter-City Marathon, taking on the role of the event's official hydration sponsor. The marathon is set to take place on Saturday, October 10, at the …
Ghana FA Meets Women's Premier League Clubs Ahead of New Season
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) recently convened a successful meeting with representatives from the Women's Premier League (WPL) clubs. This gathering served as a crucial preparatory step for th…
LASK Stuns Celtic with Incredible Comeback to End Champions League Hopes
Celtic endured a catastrophic evening in their Champions League playoff, squandering a commanding four-goal aggregate lead to suffer a shocking 5-4 defeat against Austrian side LASK. The result, which…
Man Utd sign Baleba for £70m; Man City secure Bouaddi for £85.6m
Manchester United has bolstered its midfield with the signing of Cameroon international Carlos Baleba from Brighton for a reported £70 million. The deal includes an initial £65 million fee, with an ad…
Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Establishes Network to Enhance Investor Support
The Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) is taking proactive steps to bolster investor confidence and facilitate business operations by establishing a dedicated Focal Persons Network. This netw…
Ghana's building cost inflation climbs to 4.0% in July
Building cost inflation in Ghana rose to 4.0% year-on-year in July 2026, an increase from 3.1% recorded in June, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) reported. Although the overall cost of construction…
Northern Regional Minister vows support for Ghana Statistical Service
Northern Regional Minister Mr. Ali Adolf John Mburidiba has pledged his full support to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), committing to collaboration in tackling operational challenges and bolsteri…
Ghana's National Theatre to undergo major renovation with Chinese support
Ghana's iconic National Theatre is set to receive a major facelift, transforming it into a contemporary cultural center. This revitalization is the result of a high-level bilateral meeting held at the…
Ghana's Chief of Staff Urges Stakeholder Collaboration to Bolster Justice System
Ghana's Chief of Staff, Dr. Julius Debrah, has urged key stakeholders to maintain and strengthen their collaboration to fortify the nation's justice system. He emphasized that enhancing public confide…
Ghanaian diets face hidden threat from excessive salt
A hidden danger lurks on Ghanaian dining tables: excessive salt intake, a habit strongly linked by the World Health Organization (WHO) to severe chronic health conditions. The WHO identifies high bloo…
Ghanaian Hairdressers and Beauticians Association Examines 15 Aspiring Professionals
The Ghana Hairdressers and Beauticians Association (GHABA) has conducted professional examinations for 15 aspiring hairdressers and beauticians in the Western Region, signaling a renewed effort to ele…
Ghana Advertising Awards Call for AI Integration
Accra, Ghana – The 18th Gong Gong Awards, organized by the Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG), convened with a strong call for businesses to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their operation…
Mining, Environment category dominates entries for Ghana Journalists Association awards
Journalists across Ghana's Western and Western North Regions have submitted 89 entries for the 2026 Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards, reflecting a strong engagement with critical devel…
Ghana, Burkina Faso, and Côte d'Ivoire Boost Border Cooperation
Ghana, alongside its neighbors Burkina Faso and Côte d'Ivoire, has initiated a series of bilateral engagements aimed at deepening cooperation across their shared borders. The meetings, taking place in…
World Bank approves $500 million for Ghana's roads, targeting 1,050km of feeder roads
The World Bank has committed $500 million to significantly upgrade Ghana's road infrastructure and revolutionize its transportation system. This substantial investment is poised to invigorate economic…
Ghana begins major flood control project in Kaneshie
Accra, Ghana – A significant infrastructure project aimed at eradicating the persistent flooding in Kaneshie is set to commence on September 7, 2026. The Ministry of Works and Housing announced that c…
Ghana's decentralization efforts hampered by political shifts and weak local capacity, says professor
Ghana's push for deeper decentralization and more responsive local governance is being undermined by frequent political transitions and insufficient institutional capacity at the local level, accordin…
Beyond the $500m: Ghana Must Maintain Its Infrastructure
Ghana's transport sector is set to receive a significant boost with the World Bank's approval of $500 million for infrastructure improvements. This funding, part of the Ghana Market Access and Connect…
Collapsed Bridge Claims Woman and Baby in Ghana's Upper East Region
Tragedy struck in Bugri, a suburb of Tempane in Ghana's Upper East Region, as a collapsed bridge claimed the lives of a woman and her two-month-old baby. The pair were attempting to cross the treacher…
QNET urges religious leaders to combat brand misuse by scammers
Religious leaders have been urged to become a vital part of the fight against scammers who are exploiting the QNET brand. Theodocia Naana B. Quartey, Global Compliance Officer for the lifestyle and we…
Sentuo Group donates 140 metric tons of relief items to flood victims in Ghana
Sentuo Group Limited has provided a significant humanitarian contribution, donating 140 metric tons of rice and sugar, along with granular maize, sachet water, Wellington boots, mosquito nets, sunflow…
Ghanaian President Mahama Assents to 10 Key Bills, Bolstering National Development
President John Dramani Mahama has enacted a significant legislative agenda by assenting to ten bills passed by Parliament. This comprehensive exercise spans critical sectors such as taxation, national…
Ghana's GARID Project to build 1.95km storm drain on Kaneshie-Busia highway starting September 7
A significant infrastructure project aimed at mitigating perennial flooding in Accra is set to commence on September 7, 2026. The Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) Project wil…