The Sikaman Times

08/10/2026

Adwoa Safo backs Akofena as leader of Kantanka family, Kristo Asafo Church

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has publicly endorsed her brother, Israel Kwawdo Safo, as the leader of the Kantanka family and the Kristo Asɔfo Church, calling for reconciliation and unity among the family following the death of their father, Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Saf...

08/10/2026

Gov’t deploys 100 medical officers to underserved regions, up from 12

The government has increased the deployment of medical officers to underserved regions from 12 in 2024 to 100, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has disclosed. The Minister said the move formed part of efforts to address disparities in access to medical services and ensure that health professio...

08/10/2026

More than 100,000 health professionals unemployed – Akandoh

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07/10/2026

Minority demands wider probe into alleged World Cup visa scandal

The Minority in Parliament has called for a broader investigation into an alleged World Cup visa scandal involving the National Sports Authority (NSA), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and other entities. Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, October 7,....

07/10/2026

Who owns the AI productivity dividend?

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07/10/2026

Dzata Cement marks 5th anniversary as Ibrahim Mahama recounts journey from transporter to producer

Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has recounted the challenges and support that enabled him to establish Dzata Cement, saying the company’s journey from an idea to a fully operational cement manufacturer was marked by perseverance, financial difficulties and support from key stakeholders. Speaking at the...

07/10/2026

September inflation rises to 5.2% as tomatoes, ginger drive price pressures

Story: https://sikamantimes.com/september-inflation-rises-to-5-2-as-tomatoes-ginger-drive-price-pressures/

07/10/2026

World Bank maintains Ghana’s 2026 growth forecast at 4.8%

The World Bank has maintained its forecast for Ghana’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth at 4.8% for 2026, citing resilient domestic economic activity, rapid disinflation and progress in the country’s debt restructuring programme. The projection, contained in the World Bank’s October 20...

07/10/2026

GRA investigates alleged GH¢600 extortion by customs officer at AIA

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has commenced investigations into an alleged extortion incident involving a Customs Officer at the Accra International Airport. The investigation follows a video circulating on social media by TikToker Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty, who alleged that a Customs Officer stati...

07/10/2026

Ghana seeks BRICS membership to expand economic options – Ablakwa

Cabinet has approved Ghana’s decision to seek membership of BRICS as the government moves to diversify its international economic partnerships and advance President John Dramani Mahama’s “New Economy” agenda. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the move was aimed at creatin...