
Bright Simons Calls for Removing Barriers to Digital Skills
The IMANI Centre head urges Ghana’s policymakers to rethink regulations that hinder everyday tech use, citing ride‑hailing and e‑commerce as proof that people learn on the job.
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The IMANI Centre head urges Ghana’s policymakers to rethink regulations that hinder everyday tech use, citing ride‑hailing and e‑commerce as proof that people learn on the job.

Vice‑President of research at IMANI Centre urges the government to ease rules that hinder ordinary Ghanaians from earning through digital platforms.

In Accra, Absa Bank Ghana LTD backed the two‑day GirlCode hackathon, giving young women hands‑on coding, mentorship and a pathway into tech careers.

The sector’s contribution, 6.8% of the country’s domestic revenue, reflects the growing role of digital technologies in the economy.

The Ghanaian star challenged students at the University of Professional Studies to focus on mindset over titles, urging them to turn problems into opportunities and to keep learning.

Interior Ministry spokesperson Julius Kwame Anthony explained how Ghana’s joint efforts with foreign agencies target global networks, not just local arrests.

The New Patriotic Party has called on President John Dramani Mahama to unveil the taskforce roadmap, issue a joint statement with Lebanese authorities and prosecute any officials who may have facilitated the movement of 46.7 kg of cocaine through Accra International Airport.

Alexander Afenyo‑Markin urged the Speaker to safeguard fairness and accountability after a member was removed for questioning the Foreign Affairs Minister.

Environment Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman‑Rawlings warns that proceeds from illegal mining could finance extremist groups in the Sahel, urging swift action to protect national security and regional relations.

The Ghana Football Association confirmed the Sekondi Sports Stadium will stage the November 12, 2026 match against Somalia after CAF granted a temporary nod, pending further upgrades.

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources says the task force will avoid aggression but may act decisively to protect its officers if faced with imminent threats.
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