Government and Politics

Coverage of Ghanaian and African politics, policy decisions, and governance. We break down key issues, and analyze trends

How China’s “Sports Diplomacy” in Cote d’Ivoire Paid Off

July 22, 2025

China's strategy of offering contstruction and financial expertise in the African region is paying dividends

Ghana’s National Cathedral Project Plagued by Financial Irregularities According to Deloitte Report

July 19, 2025

Ghana Auditor-General’s Report Raises Concerns Over ECG’s GHC 75 Million Payment to Hubtel

July 15, 2025

Ghana To Pass Scholarship Authority Bill to Combat Nepotism and Enhance Equity in Education

July 15, 2025

Ghana Remains Trapped in the Worsening Clientelism Nightmare of Elections

July 14, 2025

Ghana Abstains from U.N. Vote on Renewing Mandate of Human Rights Expert for LGBTQ Rights

July 9, 2025

U.S. Updates Visa Policy for Ghana, Limiting Non-Immigrant Visas to Three-Month Single Entry

Ghanaian travellers to the US can now only gain single entry visas with a period of three months

July 9, 2025

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Remittance Tax in Trump’s “Beautiful Bill” Sparks Worry Among Migrants and Economists

The new tax, which places a 1% levy on remittances from the US, could have adverse consequences for families dependent on funds from their loved ones

July 8, 2025

1 min read

Tanzania’s President Was Seen As A Reformist. But Now, She’s Consolidating Power

She reversed many authoritarian policies of her predecessor. But as elections draw closer, President Samia Hassan appears to be following in his footsteps

June 24, 2025

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Ghana’s 24H+ Policy Initiative Is Ambitious But Past Broken Promises Make It Ripe For Skepticism

The 24H+ policy is an ambitious plan to revitalise industrialisation in Ghana but numerous pitfalls could derail it

June 16, 2025

4 mins read

“I Don’t Respond To Idiots”: GIFEC CEO Falls Into Controversy Over “PhD” Qualifications

The CEO of Ghana's Investment Fund for Electronic Communications is currently under fire over his PhD qualifications

June 12, 2025

2 mins read

Should Ghana Consider Adopting Open Source Software for Government Services?

To save costs and avoid vendor lock-in, Ghana should consider open source software for government institutions

June 5, 2025

3 mins read

The New Ghana Airlines Was Dead On Arrival. Can Mahama’s Administration Revive It?

Ghana's plans for a new national airline fell through in 2023. Can the new Mahama administration revive the country's national airline after years of setbacks?

May 7, 2025

2 mins read