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Sachet Water Prices to Rise from April 6 as NASPAWAP Cites Polymer Shortage

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The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) has announced an increase of sachet water prices, effective Monday, April 6, 2026. The increment announced by the association on Thursday, April 2,2026 was attributed to a global shortage of polymers, a key material used in sachet water production as a result because f the ongoing conflict in Iran. With the Middle East being the world’s largest exporter of polypropylene, accounting for 42% of total global exports in 2025 and Africa being the second-largest destination for Middle East polypropylene exports, Ghanaian sachet water producers importing polymer are now feeling the squeeze directly . Under the new pricing structure, a bag of 30 sachets (500ml) will sell at GH¢8 ex-factory, GH¢10 ex-truck, and a maximum retail price of GH¢15. The Association has urged retailers and consumers to adhere to the revised prices to maintain fair trade practices across the distribution chain.

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24-Hour Economy Authority, NPA Sign MoU to Drive Round-the-Clock Petroleum Operations

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The 24-Hour Economy Authority and the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to coordinate the expansion of round-the-clock operations across Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector. The agreement signed on Tuesday,March 31 2026,establishes a framework for operational readiness standards, security coordination, and institutional collaboration in support of the country’s broader economic transformation agenda. Under the MoU, the NPA will develop and enforce 24-hour operational readiness standards covering lighting, security, staffing protocols, digital fuel monitoring, and fire safety across fuel stations, refineries, bulk storage depots, and bulk road vehicle operations. The 24-Hour Economy Authority, on its part, will coordinate the enabling environment including security agency deployment and cross-government support for certified operators. Fuelling the 24-Hour Economy Speaking at the signing, Presidential Adviser on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development, Mr. Augustus Goosie Tanoh, said the programme was about more than extended operating hours. “We are building the enterprises and industrial capacity that will create growing demand for these services. To the factory owner in Tema, the trader in Tamale, the transport operator on the Accra-Kumasi corridor, the message is simple ,if you are ready to grow, we are building the system to support you,” he stated. The CEO of NPA Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, also reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to aligning its regulatory mandate with the national economic transformation agenda. “We will ensure that the standards for 24-hour operations are clear, enforceable, and designed to protect workers, consumers, and critical infrastructure,” he said. The partnership which is designed to ensure that the downstream petroleum sector keeps pace with the wider 24-Hour Economy programme,is expected to bring together key players across the petroleum and security value chain, including the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors (CBOD), BOST Energies, the Ghana National Tanker Drivers Union (GNTDU), Tanker Owners Union (TOU), refineries, the Ghana Police Service, National Security Secretariat, Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Ghana Petroleum Mooring Systems (GPMS), the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), and private sector investors. According to the statement,Implementation will begin with a nationwide pilot covering approximately 10% of the downstream sector, with security deployment as the immediate priority. The NPA also added that it has already constituted a Steering Committee and technical sub-committees to prepare the sector for the transition.

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Delta, AmCham Ghana Host 2026 International Women’s Day Celebration in Accra

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Delta Airlines and the American Chamber of Commerce Ghana on Tuesday,March 31,2026 organized the 2026 edition of its annual International Women’s Day Celebration. The event which took place at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra centered on the them “Give to gain “ and brought together women from diverse career fields including the Deputy Chief of Staff for Administration of Ghana to discuss modern issues women face and how best to address them. Giving her remarks as the Special Guest of Honor, the Deputy Chief of Staff for Administration of Ghana Nana Oye Bampoe Addo stressed on the need for citizens and the public to hold public officials accountable when it comes to the management of public resources. She reminded citizens that it is their core responsibility to ensure that public resources are put to good use. “Every single minute, every single day, you have to hold us accountable because we have been elected and appointed to serve the interests and welfare of the people of Ghana and so it is very important that you hold us accountable, you watch us, you make sure that the financial resources are being judiciously applied, to make sure that we are able to determine what your priorities are and when we’re determining what your priorities are, you’re also part of that. It is cardinal and important that you hold us accountable and that we understand and appreciate that we are holding this power for and on behalf of the people of Ghana.“ Also speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of Peace and Love Hospitals,Dr. Beatrice Wiafe Addai, outlined the institution’s vision to establish a comprehensive cancer center aimed at addressing all cancer-related diseases. She explained that the initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on Ghanaians and encourage patients to access quality treatment locally, rather than traveling abroad. “ What we’ve decided to do is to establish the first stand-alone comprehensive cancer centre of excellence. So the Otumfoc Osei Tutu(II)comprehensive cancer centre of excellence with a global health catalyst team from Harvard, UPenn, Pittsburgh, UC Davis, University of Washington and John Hopkins. We are establishing this centre at Kwaso near Kumasi.It’s the Otumfoc centre and it’s going to see all cancers. Why do our people have to travel to India, to Germany, to America, to UK for treatment? Why? A lot of our people by the time they get there, it’s too late. So instead of them coming back, their bodies are brought back. How many of us can do that trip? So we need to be able to establish our own centre to treat the numerous numbers of breast cancers, cervical cancer, ovarian cancers, prostate cancer, childhood cancer, colorectal cancer, all the cancers. So we are using the breast cancer platform to do this for our people. It’s something that we can do leave us for posterity for our children and our children’s children so that we don’t have to travel outside for treatment. By using the same high technology, the same AI, we can do the same treatment that is being done in Harvard, that is being done in John Hopkins, right here in our country.“ The GSA Manager Delta Airline, Eloina Baddoo also spoke on the company’s plan for 2026 financial year ahead of its 20th anniversary celebration later this year reminiscing on some past achievements of the company. “ So 2026 is a special year for Delta. We turned 20 years old. We were the first US carrier to launch flight operations into Africa and we are glad that 20 years on we continue to be the market leader in everything that we do.As you know about two years ago I believe we introduced a new aircraft into the market, the Airbus A330-900neo. It’s doing amazingly well, we’re happy about that. Another area of growth for us is last year, last December, we introduced NAXTA flights from Atlanta to Accra.So that’s a seasonal flight that we have and we are just looking forward to going more in the country and the region.“ According to the organizers, the event is an annual gathering that brings together leading women from diverse industries to celebrate their achievements, connect, exchange ideas, share resources, and empower one another.

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President Mahama signs Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill and Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment) Bill into Law.

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President  John Dramani Mahama has on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, signed the  three amendment bills passed by Parliament into law. The amendment bills signed into law include the Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and the Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2026. In a brief remark after assenting to the bills, President Mahama explained that the Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment) Bill is an amendment to an original act that was supposed to guarantee deposits held in commercial banks or financial institutions and will now expands protection to include mobile money wallets and other digital platforms, ensuring a wider scope of digital financial assets are secured. Touching on Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2026 the President said:    “As you’re aware, the act was amended to increase it from 1% to 3%, and so this act reduces it again. That is the levy on mining companies. It reduces it again to 1%, because of the introduction of the sliding scale of royalties.” The signing ceremony which was witnessed by the Clerk of Parliament, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Dr Dominic Akrutinga Ayine, Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, a Senior Presidential Advisor and a Special Aide to the President, Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, and the Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang forms part of broader efforts by government in its reset agenda.

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Minister For Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Condemns Alleged Assault on Ibrahim Mahama, Calls for Justice

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The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie has strongly condemned the reported assault on businessman and art patron Ibrahim Mahama, describing the incident as totally unacceptable and indicative of a troubling pattern of abuse. In a public statement, the Minister expressed deep concern over the incident and conveyed solidarity with Mr. Mahama on behalf of the Ministry, citing his significant contributions to Ghana’s creative sector, particularly through Red Clay Studio, which she noted has elevated contemporary Ghanaian art and strengthened the country’s global cultural presence. The Minister disclosed that she has engaged the Minister for the Interior, who assured her that the Inspector-General of Police has initiated investigations into the matter. She stressed the need for accountability, warning that incidents that undermine personal dignity and safety must be treated with the utmost seriousness in a country that upholds justice and the rule of law. Speaking on Citi Prime News, Abla Dzifa Gomashie revealed that she reached out directly to Mr. Mahama after learning of the incident through a colleague. She expressed dissatisfaction with recurring reports of alleged misconduct by security personnel, cautioning that failure to address such issues decisively could erode public trust. “This is one too many,” she said. The Minister further noted that Mr. Mahama is a respected figure with no known record of misconduct, arguing that if such treatment could be meted out to a person of his stature, ordinary citizens remain even more vulnerable. The Ministry has assured Mr. Mahama of its full support throughout his recovery and any subsequent pursuit of justice, while calling on the police to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation and ensure that any wrongdoing is duly punished.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Women Must Position Themselves to Lead in the Digital Economy — Margaret Ansei

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The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Margaret Ansei, has encouraged women to position themselves strategically to capitalise on opportunities in the rapidly evolving digital economy. She made the call during this year’s Females in Tech (FEMITECH) Conference organized by the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE) in Accra. According to Ms Ansei, the global digital economy continues to expand, creating numerous opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship, and employment, particularly for women and young people. She further indicated that women must deliberately build the skills, confidence and networks required to compete and thrive in technology-driven industries. “The digital economy is transforming how businesses operate and how economies grow. Women must position themselves to take advantage of the opportunities that come with this transformation, ” she said. Ms. Ansei noted that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which form the backbone of Ghana’s economy, are increasingly leveraging digital technologies to improve productivity, expand market reach, and create jobs. She explained that supporting women-led businesses with digital skills and access to technology can significantly enhance economic growth and innovation. According to her, at the Ghana Enterprises Agency, several initiatives have been introduced to support entrepreneurs, particularly women and youth, to scale their businesses through training, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities. She also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the government, private sector and development partners in building a strong and inclusive digital ecosystem. Ms Ansei was optimistic that empowering women in technology is essential for building resilient economies and ensuring sustainable development. The event brought together several distinguished speakers, including: Ing. Dr. Lucy Agyepong, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Academic City University College; Mrs. Etta Mosore, Deputy Director General, Managerial Operations – National Communications Authority (NCA); Jada Badu, CEO, Uber Ghana; and Winifred Kotin, Eagle Innovations, among others. This year’s FEMITECH Conference, marking its fourth edition, was simultaneously held in Bolgatanga, Upper West Region; Nkwanta South, Oti Region, and Sunyani, Bono Region SOURCE:Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence

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Ghana Shippers’ Authority Rebuts False ICT Procurement Claims

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The Management of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) has rebutted claims published by online portal Ghana Today, describing the reports surrounding the procurement of ICT equipment as malicious and false. In a statement issued by Management, the Authority explained that the procurement was informed by a needs-assessment for the effective functioning of the Authority, with all equipment pre-established as necessary for day-to-day operational efficiency. The GSA further stated that the procurement process was conducted in full compliance with the Public Procurement Act, Act 663 (2003) as amended, with the option of Restricted Tendering utilised, culminating in approval by the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) for a ceiling of GHS 2,307,340.00. The Authority however noted that upon further negotiations with the supplier, it paid GHS 1,438,160.32, making savings against the approved ceiling. The GSA also highlighted that prior to the PPA approval process, the Ministry of Finance issued a Commitment Authorization for the procurement to be initiated, in accordance with section 24A (1) of the Public Procurement Act. The Authority also added that ,of the five firms that qualified to bid, Urban Tech Solutions Limited was selected based on technical capacity, proven track record and competitive pricing, with the entire process published on the Ghana Electronic Procurement Platform (GHANEPS). The Authority then called on the public to ignore what it described as mischief, whiles assuring all stakeholders of its continued commitment to the prudent use of state resources.

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EPA, Tema Oil Refinery, Ministry of Energy Lead in Public Financial Management Compliance

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Several major state institutions, including the Environmental Protection Agency , Tema Oil Refinery and the Ministry of Energy and Green Transitions, have been ranked among the highly compliant in the latest Public Financial Management (PFM) Compliance League Table. In total,seven public institutions were commended for their strict adherence to financial management rules and procedures. In a statement issued on March 19, 2026, the Ministry of Finance Ghana explained that the PFM Compliance League Table is a performance benchmarking tool designed to assess how well public institutions manage and utilize public funds. The initiative aims to deepen transparency, strengthen accountability, and drive continuous improvement across the public sector. According to the Ministry, the league table also fulfills a key commitment made in the 2025 Budget Statement to publish an objective, evidence-based assessment of compliance with the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), the law governing the management of public finances in Ghana. Among the institutions cited are the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation , Ministry of Finance , Ghana AIDS Commission and the Petroleum Hub Development Commission. The Ministry of Finance says it will engage institutions with low compliance scores to identify gaps in their financial management systems, while also taking firm and decisive action against persistent non-compliance.

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Ghana Revenue Authority, University of Ghana Among 18 Institutions Named Least Compliant in PFM League Table

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Several major state institutions, including the Ghana Revenue Authority, University of Ghana, Ghana Commodity Exchange, and the National Communications Authority, have been ranked among the least compliant in the latest Public Financial Management (PFM) Compliance League Table. In total, nineteen public institutions were flagged for low adherence to financial management rules and procedures. In a statement issued on March 19, 2026, the Ministry of Finance Ghana explained that the PFM Compliance League Table is a performance benchmarking tool designed to assess how well public institutions manage and utilize public funds. The initiative aims to deepen transparency, strengthen accountability, and drive continuous improvement across the public sector. According to the Ministry, the league table also fulfills a key commitment made in the 2025 Budget Statement to publish an objective, evidence-based assessment of compliance with the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), the law governing the management of public finances in Ghana. Among the institutions cited are the Office of the Legal Aid Commission, Minerals Income Investment Fund, Venture Capital Trust Fund, National Peace Council, Financial Intelligence Centre, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, National Media Commission, National Food Buffer Stock Company, Office of the Head of Civil Service, Ministry of Education Headquarters, Ghana Infrastructure Fund for Electronic Communications, Ghana National Fire Service, National Disaster Management Organization, among others. The Ministry of Finance says it will engage institutions with low compliance scores to identify gaps in their financial management systems, while also taking firm and decisive action against persistent non-compliance.

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GoldBod Clinches Triple Honours at PELT Awards

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The Ghana GoldBod, has emerged as a standout performer at the Public Enterprise League Table Awards, securing three major accolades in a remarkable showing. The institution was crowned State-Owned Enterprise of the Year, while also taking home awards for Overall Best Specified Entity and Most Profitable State-Owned Enterprise, underscoring its growing influence and performance within Ghana’s public sector. Receiving the awards on behalf of the Board, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Richard Nunekpeku, expressed appreciation to the State Interests and Governance Authority for the recognition. He noted that while the achievement is a significant milestone, it will serve as motivation for the institution to intensify efforts and exceed its targets. The PELT Awards, an initiative of Ghana’s Ministry of Public Enterprises in collaboration with SIGA, was introduced in 2022 to rank State-Owned Enterprises and Specified Entities. The awards aim to promote efficiency, profitability, and strong corporate governance across public institutions. The triple win reinforces GoldBod’s position as a key driver of revenue and accountability within Ghana’s state-owned enterprise landscape.