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Mahama Ayariga outlines major interventions by Government since January
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The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has outlined key interventions introduced by the government since January to improve the economy, create jobs, and strengthen essential public services.
Speaking during the opening of the third meeting of the first session of the ninth Parliament, Mr. Ayariga explained that the government’s policies were beginning to yield results across various sectors, particularly in energy, education, health, and local development.
He noted that the economy was rebounding, inflation had dropped to single digits, and the cedi was showing stability.
According to him, these improvements were the result of prudent spending and better debt management, which had restored confidence in the financial system.
The Majority Leader mentioned that the government had paid over 2.8 billion cedis in National Health Insurance claims, clearing arrears that had long affected healthcare providers.
He added that an additional 3.4 billion cedis had been released to the National Health Insurance Authority after the decoupling of the National Health Reserve Levy, ensuring reliable funding for new initiatives such as Free Primary Health Care and Mahama Cares.
He indicated that the government expected active membership of the National Health Insurance Scheme to reach 20 million by the end of the year.
On education, Mr. Ayariga explained that schools were running smoothly under the Free Senior High School policy and that the academic calendar had not been disrupted.
He assured that the government would continue to invest in education and skills development to support the youth.
He also pointed to progress in local governance, noting that district assemblies had received timely Common Fund allocations, which were boosting local economies and creating jobs.
The Majority leader highlighted ongoing road construction and other infrastructure projects as part of the government’s broader plan to improve living conditions and drive growth.
He commended the Speaker and staff of Parliament for maintaining professionalism and openness, adding that Ghana’s Parliament had once again been ranked the most open on the continent by the Africa Open Parliament Index.
Mr. Ayariga reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accountability and inclusive growth, stressing that the administration of President John Dramani Mahama would continue to focus on policies that make life better for ordinary Ghanaians.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a man suspected of running a romance scam that targeted women with false marriage promises, blackmail, and the non-consensual sharing of intimate images.
The suspect, Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng, was arraigned alongside Sally Akosua Amoasah before the Accra Circuit Court 1 on charges of conspiracy to commit crime, defrauding by false pretences, and non-consensual sharing of intimate images.
According to preliminary investigations, Kwarteng posed as a pastor conducting online church services on Instagram. He allegedly told women that “God had revealed” they were his future wives.
To gain their trust, police say he went as far as meeting their families and presenting them with promise rings.
Investigators allege the suspect then obtained intimate images of some victims and used them to blackmail them for money.
He is also accused of introducing victims to a fake car tyre business. Under the pretext of shipping and clearing containers of tyres, he allegedly collected thousands of dollars from them before becoming unreachable.
Police further allege that Kwarteng shared the intimate images of some victims with his wife, Sally Akosua Amoasah, who is also accused of threatening the victims.
Seven victims have so far reported the matter to the Police. Investigations indicate the offences date back to 2021.
The court remanded Nana Yaw Bonsu Kwarteng into Police custody to reappear on August 6, 2026. Sally Akosua Amoasah was granted bail.
The Ghana Police Service says it continues to receive complaints from other possible victims.
The Service is urging anyone who may have had similar encounters with the suspect to report to the nearest Police station to assist with ongoing investigations.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghana’s tourism industry is in mourning following the sudden death of Prince Anthony Bart-Appiah, a pioneering figure credited with helping to reconnect the African diaspora to the continent.
Prince Anthony passed away in the early hours of Saturday, July 26, 2026, at his private residence in Spintex, Accra.
He was instrumental in the development and promotion of “The Year of Return,” the flagship tourism campaign that invited members of the African diaspora to return to Ghana in 2019.
The initiative is widely regarded as a turning point that boosted Ghana’s tourism numbers and strengthened cultural ties with Black communities across the world.
Beyond his work with the GTA, Prince Anthony was the Chief Exexutive Officer (CEO) of Bridgezone, an agency dedicated to showcasing Africa to Western audiences and fostering cultural and business connections between the continent and the diaspora.
Colleagues describe him as passionate, strategic, and committed to telling authentic African stories that drive tourism, investment, and pride.
Widely known as Prince Anthony, he served as a Board Member of the Ghana Tourism Authority from 2025 to date.
A former British Army officer and a royal of the Akwamu clan, he brought discipline, vision, and a deep sense of heritage to every role he held
Prince Anthony was also a proud father to two teenagers, whom he deeply cherished.
In a statement, the *Ghana Tourism Authority extended its heartfelt condolences to the grieving family, friends, and all sympathizers.
“The tourism industry has lost a pioneering figure and a vital link to the diasporan community,” the statement read.
The statement further added that “We pray for strength for the family during this difficult time.”
Tributes have since poured in from tourism stakeholders, creatives, and diasporan groups who say Prince Anthony’s legacy will continue to shape how the world sees and experiences Ghana.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
