Palau, a key Pacific ally, faces US-China rivalry as America bolsters military presence and Beijing pushes tourism, fishing to sway the Taiwan-aligned nation.

Ghana Embassy in DC overhauls services, clears 2,200+ visa backlog, cuts processing to 5 days, and introduces chip-embedded passports for diaspora.

AG Ayine drops charges against Duffour, others in uniBank case, citing GH¢2.1B misrepresentation, not theft. GH¢3.3B revised liability, recovery ongoing.

PKF’s Eric Amponsah Boateng predicts NDC may introduce new taxes in 2025 mid-year budget review, urging wider tax net to ease burden on Ghanaians.

US adds $250 visa integrity fee for Ghanaians, others on non-immigrant visas under 2025 Trump bill, raising costs. Refunds possible with strict compliance.

Ewurabena Aubynn sworn in as Ablekuma North MP, boosting NDC’s two-thirds majority and female MPs to 41. NPP walks out of ceremony, citing blocked statement.

UTAG threatens industrial action if President Mahama fails to act on 2024 galamsey pledge, citing ongoing environmental damage. Calls for emergency declaration.

Health Minister Akandoh announces GH¢1.38B disbursed to healthcare providers, with GH¢603M in claims settled, boosting NHIS coverage for 15.65M Ghanaians.

11 killed, dozens trapped in Akyem Wenchi mining pit collapse. NADMO, police, and fire service race to rescue survivors as probe into illegal mining begins.

OSP charges ex-NPA CEO Abdul-Hamid, 6 others, and 3 firms in GH¢280M extortion, money laundering scheme. This tests the Mahama's anti-corruption Reset Agenda.

GSA rejects shipping fee hikes at Kotoka Airport, probes lines for using arbitrary exchange rates. Act 1122 enforcement to ensure fair trade practices.

Ayariga urges Asantehene to speed up Bawku peace talks after 6 killed in military operation. MP Akanvariba demands apology for unprofessional conduct.