Dwaso Nsem

Are foreign interests becoming too influential in Ghana’s corporate space? Should Ghana be doing more to support local businesses and farmers instead of relying heavily on imported food such as rice and other staples? And when illegal drugs such as cocaine are detected in or passing through the country, serious questions arise: How are these substances getting through our borders, ports, and airpo...

In this first CODECA book, we take a closer look at some of the key issues affecting the lives and livelihoods of Ghanaians. The discussion touches on the consistency of free SHS, concerns surrounding drug-related issues, the struggles of cocoa farmers over cocoa prices, and the impact of rising fuel prices. The conversation also examines the relationship between the Ghana cedi and the US dollar,...

Bryan Acheampong claims Yaw Ampofo Ankrah texted him to halt construction of the Nkawkaw Stadium project after work had already begun. What prompted the directive, and what does it mean for the project? Hear Bryan Acheampong explain his side of the story.

Acting Commissioner of the Rent Control Department, Frederick Opoku, is calling for more resources for the department, questioning why the EPA has been given more vehicles while Rent Control reportedly has only two vehicles to operate with. He says adequate resources are needed for the department to effectively carry out its mandate

Leader and Founder of the United Party (UP+), Alan Kyerematen, has alleged that “mafia tactics” were used against him during the 2024 elections. He has blamed Ghana’s challenges on the two dominant political parties, the NPP and NDC. He says he is determined to break what he describes as the political duopoly and believes God will give him the strength to achieve his vision.

Kwadwo Nsafoah Poku raises concerns over government’s reliance on Treasury bills, claiming the NDC government has borrowed GH¢160 billion through the instrument in 2026 alone.

Abena Pokua says Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and the NDC owe pastors and Ghanaians an apology over what she describes as misleading claims about the National Cathedral project. What do you make of her call for an apology?

Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Nana Asafo Adjei Ayeh, is demanding clarity on the figures surrounding Ghana’s evacuation from South Africa and reparations owed

Ghana’s frequent curriculum and textbook changes are making it harder for families to reuse books from one child to another. This episode explores the financial burden on parents, what happens to old textbooks, and whether greater curriculum stability could make education more affordable. Should textbooks really have an expiry date?

Former NAGRAT President Angel Carbonu is calling for a more inclusive approach to the recent SHS placement challenge, arguing that the 55,000 students who were unable to secure placement should be given remedial opportunities to improve their performance while continuing their education. He also questions the standards guiding Ghana’s education system

Former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum says the school placement system under the NPP was fully computerized, with no manual process involved. His comments come as the current placement process introduces a different approach for some BECE candidates, including self-placement for those who failed either English or Mathematics. What has changed in the placement system, and which approach be...

Before we decide that 55,000 students are not ready for SHS, shouldn’t we first ask whether every child has had the same quality of education and learning opportunities across Ghana? With thousands of BECE candidates left out of SHS placement after failing either English Language or Mathematics, concerns are growing over whether the decision takes into account the different educational realities a...

Janet Nabla has questioned the reported GH¢19 billion profit by State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), describing the figure as “cooked,” “fake” and a “scam.” She has also criticised Paul Baffoe Bonnie over his comments on the issue, saying he has lowered his standards by speaking on the matter

Police have arrested five people suspected of involvement in the burning of classrooms and dormitories at Okuapeman Senior High School and Mount Sinai Senior High School. Akuapem North MP, Sammi Awuku, says the incidents must be treated as criminal acts and dealt with accordingly

Omanhene Kwabena Asante is appealing to President John Dramani Mahama to address growing safety concerns at marketplaces, as Dwaso Nsem goes live at the Madina Bohye Market

Tanker drivers are appealing to the government to urgently fix deplorable roads, saying the poor road conditions continue to put their lives at risk and contribute to deadly accidents

Kamaldeen Abdulai has criticised the government over the worsening galamsey situation and what he describes as the lack of job opportunities for Ghana’s youth despite promises made by President John Dramani Mahama

Fraud can happen when we least expect it. The Ghana Association of Banks Anti-Fraud Campaign is raising awareness, encouraging vigilance and empowering the public to spot fraudulent schemes before they cause harm. Stay alert, ask questions and help protect the trust we place in our institutions and one another

Secretary of Krobo Community Youth Connect, Gyan Isaac Kantinka, has criticized Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh’s decision to close down the Techiman Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College, describing it as impulsive. He argues that the principal could have stepped aside to allow the school to continue operating instead of shutting down the institution

Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, says drivers who use sirens without the required permit will face sanctions, including removal of the siren, a fine and suspension of their driving licence, regardless of their status

Beatrice Sowah, Queenmother of Fruit Sellers at Bohyeba Market, alleges that some fishmongers and market women are using chemicals meant to preserve dead bodies to revive rotten fish for sale

Father of a student of Obuasi SecTech, Joh Kweku Bobna, says his daughter has been left traumatised following an alleged rape involving the school’s headmaster. He shares the family’s concerns and the impact the incident has had on his daughter

Deputy Minister for Trade Sampson Ahi has dismissed claims linking GoldBod to losses incurred by the Bank of Ghana, accusing the Minority of pushing a misleading narrative. He insists the IMF report did not state that GoldBod caused a loss to the central bank

Convener of the Coalition of Unemployed Graduates with Disabilities, Gilbert Boateng Agyare, says the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service admitted that none of the 7,000 people recruited were persons with disabilities, raising concerns over inclusivity in the recruitment process

Hopeson Adorye weighs in on the impact of GoldBod on Ghana’s economy, highlighting its potential to transform the country’s gold sector and drive economic growth