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President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the Dedesua Green City project in the Bosomtwe District, unveiling a GHc3 billion (~$272.7 million USD) Revolving Fund. The scheme offers 15-to-20-year Cedi-denominated mortgages to teachers, nurses, and doctors to protect them from dollar-volatility. The first phase, involving 214 units, is slated for completion by late 2027 on land donated by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
This move directly addresses the cost-of-living crisis for essential workers and seeks to decentralize urban growth. By pegging mortgages to the Cedi, the administration is attempting to insulate the domestic housing market from exchange rate shocks.
The President explicitly invited the diaspora to invest in this scheme, guaranteeing a secure, litigation-free land acquisition process through government-backed projects.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) nationwide polling station elections, running from May 10 to May 16, 2026, have faced immediate disruptions. High Court injunctions in Bunkpurugu and Akim Swedru have halted proceedings, while police in the North East Region were forced to seize election materials to prevent defiance of court orders. Simultaneously, the party dismissed a viral document claiming the expulsion of figures like Ernest Owusu Bempah as a hoax.
The legal friction suggests lingering internal divisions within the NPP as it navigates its role as the primary opposition party. Success in these grassroots elections is critical for the party’s reorganization efforts.
These internal contests are the first major organizational steps for the NPP following the 2024 general elections and the transition to the Mahama-led NDC government.
The Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) has arrested two senior lawyers from the firm Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline and Partners in connection with the PDS/ECG concession saga, setting bail at a staggering GHc50 million (~$4.54 million USD) each. Meanwhile, Speaker Alban Bagbin has pledged to fast-track the Spousal Property Bill following petitions regarding unfair property distribution in high-profile divorce cases.
The Power Distribution Services (PDS) scandal involved a failed 20-year concession agreement for Ghana’s electricity distribution, which was terminated in 2019 amid allegations of fraudulent guarantees. The current arrests suggest a renewed prosecutorial push under the current administration.
Accra recently hosted the 3i Africa Summit, where MTN Ghana and MobileMoney Fintech LTD showcased the future of AI-driven fraud detection and integrated fintech infrastructure. MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita emphasized that mobile operators remain the primary engine for financial inclusion across the continent.
Ghana is positioning itself as the West African hub for fintech regulation. The focus on AI and tokenization suggests upcoming regulatory frameworks that will favor secure digital payment startups.
A fierce debate has erupted in Parliament over the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) 2025 financial report. While some MPs claim losses of GHc34.9 billion (~$3.17 billion USD), others argue the true figure is GHc15.6 billion (~$1.41 billion USD), citing differing audit interpretations.
The central bank’s financial health is critical for the cedi’s stability. Discrepancies in loss reporting can affect investor confidence and the timing of Ghana’s ongoing debt restructuring milestones.
Police in the Upper East Region recovered 1,400 rounds of 7.62×39mm ammunition from a mechanic workshop in Bolgatanga. The munitions, commonly used in military assault rifles, were found hidden in fertiliser sacks inside a hen coop.
Increased police patrols in the North. Given the history of the Bawku conflict, authorities are on high alert for weapons smuggling across the northern borders.
Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has announced a partial road closure at Terminal 2 Departure frontage effective May 11, 2026. The closure will last one month to allow for facade refitting.
If you are traveling through KIA this month, allow an extra 45-60 minutes for terminal access due to vehicular restrictions and modified pedestrian pathways.
Accra Hearts of Oak’s title hopes evaporated after a 0-0 draw with Aduana FC. Medeama SC now holds an 8-point lead with only two matches remaining, following their 1-0 victory over Holy Stars. Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko climbed to fourth place after beating Eleven Wonders 2-0.
Legendary captain Asamoah Gyan has warned that the potential absence of Mohammed Kudus (West Ham) due to health concerns would be a "big blow" for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana is drawn in a difficult group featuring England and Croatia, with the opening match against Panama on June 17.
Black Stars context: Kudus is the creative engine of the current squad. His fitness is the single most discussed topic among fans ahead of the tournament in North America.
At the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Black Sherif ("Iron Boy") won his second Artiste of the Year title. He took home five awards, including Album of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. In a display of philanthropy, he requested his GHc100,000 (~$9,090 USD) sponsorship from Guinness be donated to emerging artists.
Black Sherif’s dominance signals a generational shift in Ghanaian music, where highlife and hip-hop are blending into a globally marketable "Iron Boy" sound.
Today we covered the launch of President Mahama’s massive housing project, a major ammunition seizure in Bolgatanga, and Black Sherif’s historic night at the TGMAs. Thank you for reading the Ghana News AI Daily Brief!
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