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A sharp dispute has erupted between the Member of Parliament for Bimbilla, Dominic Nitiwul, and Accra Mayor Michael Kpakpo Allotey regarding the demolition of sections of the Konkomba Yam Market. Mr. Nitiwul has characterized the redevelopment of the site into a 24-hour economy market as a move that unfairly targets the Konkomba community, labeling it "politically suicidal." Mayor Allotey has countered these claims, asserting that the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has consulted with traditional authorities since July 2026 to ensure modernization without unfair displacement.
The Agbogbloshie market is a critical hub for the capital's food supply and a focal point for ethnic political support; any perceived bias in redevelopment could trigger social unrest under the Mahama administration.
The Agbogbloshie area has historically been a site of ethnic and political friction. Redevelopment efforts here often touch on the livelihoods of migrant traders from Northern Ghana, making it a sensitive issue for both major parties.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is preparing for its National Delegates Conference on October 3, 2026, in Kumasi. High-profile figures, including Joseph Osei Owusu, have set an ambitious target of securing 80% of the votes in the Ashanti Region for the 2028 elections. To restore grassroots confidence, the party is introducing online eligibility verification for delegates and adopting house-to-house campaign strategies to counter the influence of splinter groups like Alan Kyerematen’s movement.
As the NPP transitions into its role as the minority, securing its stronghold in the Ashanti Region is essential for its survival and its path back to power in 2028.
Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have adjusted pump prices upward, with Star Oil raising petrol to GHc16.77 (~$1.47 USD) and diesel to GHc17.77 (~$1.55 USD). Allied has set petrol at GHc16.90 (~$1.48 USD). The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) warns that prices will continue to surge due to international Brent crude prices reaching $108 per barrel and logistics costs during the global northern winter.
Rising fuel costs are the primary driver of inflation in Ghana, affecting food prices and daily commuting costs for the average citizen.
Your family’s monthly budget for transport and food back home is expected to rise by approximately 15-20% this month. If sending money for business operations, expect higher logistics overheads.
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has called for presidential intervention as 236,000 metric tonnes of clinker—a vital cement raw material—remain stranded at Tema Port. Delays have resulted in demurrage charges between $3.67 million and $4.51 million USD, with waiting times averaging 26 days.
The construction sector faces a supply shock. If you are financing real estate projects in Accra or Kumasi, anticipate potential project delays and a significant increase in cement prices in the coming quarter.
President Mahama has commissioned the $1.3 billion USD Sentuo Airport Garden City in Accra and the Phase III expansion of the Zonda Tec plant in Tema. Zonda Tec will now produce 3,000 vehicles annually. The government is also finalizing VAT exemptions for vehicle assemblers who meet specific local-content thresholds.
These projects signal a move toward heavy industrialization and job creation for the youth, moving Ghana closer to becoming an automotive hub for West Africa.
Beyond the €225 million shipment in France, Upper West Regional Police intercepted 192 parcels of cocaine in Wa, while the Accra Regional Police recovered an AK-47 and 186 rounds of ammunition following a shootout with suspected robbers at a Shell station in Agbogbloshie.
Increased police surveillance at major transit points like Wa and the Tema Port as authorities attempt to dismantle the remaining ‘Bolle Jos’ network.
Starting October 1, 2026, the Ghana Police Service will launch automated traffic enforcement. Speeding and red-light violations will be captured by cameras, and fines will be sent via SMS.
If you are visiting or have cars being driven for you in Ghana, ensure drivers are aware that manual roadside intervention is being replaced by digital evidence-based fines.
Inaki Williams has officially retired from the Ghana national team to focus on his club career with Athletic Bilbao. This comes as head coach Carlos Queiroz plans to drop several 2026 World Cup veterans to refresh the squad ahead of AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire on September 24.
Black Stars context: The loss of Williams is a blow to the attack, but the return of Thomas Partey (now 33) to training provides much-needed veteran leadership in the midfield.
The University for Development Studies (UDS) made history in Cairo by becoming the first African university to retain the African University Football Championship title, defeating Tanzania’s Julius Nyerere University 2-1.
The African film world is mourning Nollywood legend Olu Jacobs, who passed away at 84. A graduate of RADA in London, Jacobs was a bridge between international stagecraft and the rise of modern Nollywood.
Jacobs was more than an actor; he was a cultural patriarch whose work influenced generations of Ghanaian and Nigerian filmmakers through the Lufodo Group.
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