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Govt reopens engagement with PayPal to restore full access of service to Ghanaian users – Sam George
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George has disclosed that government has officially reopened discussions with PayPal to restore full access of its services to Ghanaian users
Speaking at a press briefing during Government’s Accountability Series, Mr. George said the Ministry is working closely with the Bank of Ghana and other key stakeholders to meet the technical, regulatory, and financial requirements needed for PayPal to fully operate in the country.
The Government Accountability Series is a new initiative by the Ministry to update the public on key decisions, reforms, and progress being made to ensure transparency, value for money, and responsible governance in the digital and communication sectors.
Mr. George revealed that PayPal’s Regional Government Relations Team had issued a compliance roadmap in June 2025, outlining the conditions Ghana must meet for whitelist reinstatement.
He said steps are already being taken to meet these conditions.
“This is a strategic priority,” he noted, adding that restoring PayPal access would remove barriers for freelancers, small businesses, and the creative sector, enabling them to fully participate in the global digital economy.
He emphasized that while the government is committed to expanding digital access, PayPal must comply with local laws to ensure a safe, inclusive, and regulated financial ecosystem.
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
