AGP Executive Report

Flood Recovery & Sanitation: President Mahama says Accra will “bounce back better” after the June 29 floods, as national general cleaning days run in seven affected regions to clear drains and debris ahead of more rains; he also ordered waste transfer stations to be opened so garbage removed from gutters is properly collected and not washed back. Public Health Response: Ghana Health Service has started fumigating flood-hit areas to prevent disease outbreaks, while assemblies continue clearing flood debris. Community Clean-Up Enforcement: Afigya Kwabre South Assembly in Ashanti has summoned 17 people and businesses over sanitation offences found during the clean-up. Clean Ghana Push: Celebrities joined the Clean Ghana Agenda, sweeping areas from Agbogbloshie to Alajo and urging citizens to keep sanitation as a daily habit. Sports: Ghana’s Black Maidens qualified for the 2026 U-17 Women’s World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout win over Senegal. Diplomacy & Culture: The US Embassy in Accra hosted “Freedom 250” to mark 250 years of American independence, drawing senior Ghanaian officials and traditional leaders. Business & Agriculture: Karpowership Ghana donated sanitation equipment to EKMA, while KIC and Rabo Foundation launched an agribusiness booster programme for 100 agri-SMEs.

National Clean-Up Drive: President John Dramani Mahama ordered the immediate opening of six long-abandoned waste transfer stations to stop refuse collected during the flood clean-up from being washed back into drains. He said the second day focuses on loading silt and garbage onto trucks for approved disposal sites. Sanitation Push Nationwide: Heads of public and private institutions backed the clean-up as a sustained sanitation programme, while VRA says it will institutionalise regular clean-up exercises across its operational areas. Flood Response, Accountability: The Lands Commission joined post-flood clean-up efforts to desilt drains and clear illegal dumpsites. Healthcare Support: Mahama donated medical and relief items to 37 Military Hospital and Mamobi Polyclinic, and commissioned the Ghana Medical Trust Fund cardiac catheterisation lab at Korle Bu. Anti-Corruption Call: Frema Osei-Opare urged consistent enforcement of anti-corruption laws and closer scrutiny of Auditor-General and PAC work. Sports & Youth: Black Maidens say they are ready for the U-17 qualifier against Senegal, while Ghana’s St. Augustine’s College won a STEM plastic waste competition. Crime & Justice: TikToker Camilla Alhassan pleaded guilty to false news charges over Mahama videos; EOCO also picked up a contractor over delayed Weija Children’s Hospital handover. Education: GES set July 20–August 7 for BECE school selection. Diplomacy & Culture: China’s Confucius Institute and a Chinese firm donated learning materials to an Accra school.

Flood Response in Accra: The Council of State is urging stronger inter-agency action to stop illegal dumping, unauthorised building on waterways and weak drainage that worsen Accra’s flooding. National Clean-Up Drive: President Mahama joined day-one sanitation work at Tse Addo and says the military and other services will keep dredging major waterways after July 10–11, while he calls for monthly clean-ups to prevent drains from silting up again. Local Enforcement: In Kumasi, the Asokore-Mampong Assembly says residents who refuse to participate in the clean-up will be prosecuted. Health Infrastructure: Korle Bu’s cardiac catheterisation lab has reopened after a 16-month rebuild following the 2025 fire. Press Freedom: The Ghana Journalists Association has issued a seven-day ultimatum to an NDC official over the reported shutdown of Obaatanpa Radio in Kasoa, demanding apology, compensation and police action. Sports—Black Maidens: Assistant coach Bashirudeen Sumani calls on fans to pack Accra Sports Stadium for the U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier against Senegal on Saturday. Business & Finance: Standard Chartered forecasts opportunities for Ghana investors in H2 2026 but warns to stay diversified amid global volatility. Digital Finance: MobileMoney Fintech CEO backs tokenisation as the next step to expand Ghana’s digital financial services.

Flood Response & Sanitation: President Mahama joined Tse Addo residents to desilt a choked drain as Ghana begins a nationwide two-day clean-up after the June 29 floods, with markets and shops closed to support drain clearing and disinfection; the UN says it will help prevent disease outbreaks, while Police deploy thousands of officers and equipment nationwide. Accountability & Media Freedom: The Presidency says structures encroaching on Tesa Dam near East Legon will be demolished to restore capacity and cut flood risk; meanwhile, the Ghana Journalists Association gives Central Region NDC Chairman Richard Asiedu seven days to apologise and compensate Obaatanpa Radio after an alleged forceful shutdown. Governance & Infrastructure: CoST’s Western Region review highlights transparency gaps across 28 projects, and the Roads Minister warns a Chinese contractor on the Have-Hohoe road to hit progress targets or face replacement. Economy & Finance: Ghana’s economy grows 4.7% in April, services leading; Bank of Ghana flags rising fraud risks in digital payments. Health & Social Protection: SSNIT launches a Member Value Programme with Ecobank, offering a co-branded Visa card for digital healthcare and discounts. Sports & Culture: Diamond Rackets depart for Botswana for the Billie Jean King Cup; Stonebwoy headlines the inaugural BHIM Festival in London on Aug 15.

Flood Aftermath & Clean-Up: Ghana’s churches and civic groups are urging full participation in a two-day national general cleaning exercise (July 10–11) to desilt drains, clear refuse and reduce flood risks after the June 29 disaster. Media Freedom: The Ghana Journalists Association warns that lawsuits are increasingly being used to intimidate journalists, following the contempt conviction of Herald editor Larry Alans-Dogbey. Economy & Debt: Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson says painful fiscal reforms are stabilising Ghana’s economy, pointing to early Eurobond payments and buffers for upcoming domestic debt. Public Safety: GNFS has deployed a new fire appliance to Jubilee House Fire Station to improve emergency response in central Accra. Health Upgrade: MahamaCares has commissioned a rebuilt Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Korle Bu to restore lifesaving heart care. Digital Travel: Ghana launches a national e-visa portal to speed up approvals and improve border security. Road Discipline: Police in Kumasi seized 188 vehicles over fake sirens and illegal modifications. Agriculture Jobs: Feed Ghana Brigadiers (506) are being deployed to boost food production and agribusiness. Women’s Finance: Development Bank Ghana marks five years and launches a women’s lending programme in Kumasi. Sports (U-17): Andre Ayew visited the Black Maidens ahead of the Senegal decider; Ghana hosts the return leg at Accra Sports Stadium. Corruption/Justice: Abu Trica has been extradited to the US over alleged $8m romance fraud, as lawyers raise concerns about access before transfer.

Pension Upgrade: SSNIT, with Ecobank, has launched the Membership Value Programme to give contributors and pensioners discounts on healthcare, retail, travel and more, aiming to make social security valuable before retirement. Banking Leadership: Dr. Ellen Ohene-Afoakwa has been elected President of CIB Ghana for a two-year term, with priorities including education, skills development and staff welfare. Flood Response: President Mahama chaired a National Security Council meeting on the June 29 floods, citing heavier rainfall and rapid urban growth, as a two-day national clean-up exercise begins. Weather Watch: GMet forecasts mist and light rain in parts of the coast, thunderstorms over the extreme Upper West, and reduced visibility in forest and mountainous areas. Security Cooperation: Ghana and the EU reaffirmed defence ties, with fresh support planned via the European Peace Facility next year. Justice Reform: Parliament passed the Community Service Bill, 2026, offering community service as an alternative to custodial sentences for minor offenders. Sports: Black Maidens thrash Accrington Stanley 7-0 in a warm-up and host Senegal Saturday for a decisive U-17 qualifier, with Andre Ayew urging courage and belief. Agriculture Push: Government commissions 506 Feed Ghana Brigadiers to boost food production and district-level implementation.

Flood Response & Governance: President Mahama says government is reviewing flood mitigation measures and considering new interventions after devastating recent floods, citing climate change and encroachment on waterways and retention areas; the Minority in Parliament is also demanding accountability over the alleged unlawful release of GH¢350m flood funds from the Contingency Fund. Sanitation & Accountability: Bekwai MP Ralph Poku-Adusei urges government to prioritise paying environmental service providers over periodic clean-up exercises, while Parliament’s Assurances Committee chair Dominic Nitiwul warns ministers to respect committee invitations. Agriculture Jobs: Government deploys 506 Feed Ghana Brigade officers nationwide to strengthen agricultural extension services. Healthcare Upgrade: MTN refurbishes 3,888 hospital beds and rolls out WASH programmes under its 21 Days of Y’ello Care initiative. Transport Payments: MobileMoney Fintech launches “Ride with MoMo” to push cashless fare payments via MoMo merchant wallets and GHQR. Tax Enforcement: GRA seals ElectroChem’s administrative block over GH¢8.6m tax debt, giving a seven-day window to settle. Sports: Black Maidens thrash Accrington Stanley 7-0 and host Senegal in a winner-takes-all U-17 qualifier at Accra Sports Stadium. Business & Economy: Ghana Stock Exchange closes the week lower as MTN dominates trading; Mahama reiterates plans to lower interest rates and reduce the cost of doing business.

24-Hour Economy Push: 24H+ and Petrochemical Holdings sign a US$700m MoU for major chemical production and gold tailings recovery projects, aiming to boost manufacturing, exports and jobs. Sanitation Crisis: Bekwai MP Ralph Poku-Adusei says government neglect is worsening sanitation, calling for settled payments to waste service providers, renewed contracts and more disposal infrastructure. Power Reliability: ECG rolls out a Digital Network Management System with a central Operations Situation Room to speed fault response and restoration. Drug Crackdown: Police in Kumasi bust a narcotic-infused products network targeting university students, arresting 44 suspects. Diplomacy & Xenophobia: Ghana postpones Ramaphosa’s state visit over xenophobic violence and the reported killing of a Ghanaian, while details of the cancellation remain disputed. Education Inclusion: Government commits GH¢100m annually via GETFund for free special needs education from 2027/28, including higher feeding grants and assistive devices. Sports & Culture: Team Ghana gets GHS800,000 from Eezzy Group Foundation for Commonwealth Games; Ghana mourns Guinness-record visual artist Sharon Dede Padi.

Education Policy: President Mahama has ordered the Education Ministry to review a petition by the African Chamber of Content Producers (ACCP) pushing for mandatory constitutional literacy in basic schools. Sports: Ghana’s Black Maidens coach Joe Nana Adarkwa says the team is ready for Saturday’s decisive second leg against Senegal at Accra Sports Stadium after a 1-1 draw in Dakar. Flood Response: Accra’s AMA has intensified clean-up in Avenor, clearing debris and desilting drains after last Monday’s heavy rains, removing over 45 tipper truckloads so far. Urban Resilience Planning: A national engineering framework for urban flood resilience highlights how recurring flooding in cities like Accra and Kumasi stems from planning and systems gaps, not just drainage. Diplomacy & Xenophobia: Ghana postponed Ramaphosa’s visit and deferred planned South Africa meetings amid xenophobic violence and repatriations, while Pretoria and Accra trade explanations. Trade & Revenue: GRA confiscated 18 truckloads of diverted transit cargo and allocated them to the School Feeding Programme after investigations into documentation fraud. Health Infrastructure: Ghana Medical Trust Fund and Tamale Teaching Hospital say the Tamale Cardiology Centre remains on track for August completion. Social Protection: SSNIT will launch a Membership Value Programme for contributors and pensioners, adding benefits beyond statutory pensions.

Flood Accountability & Early Warning: NPP aide Kofi Tonto alleges President Mahama was warned by the Ghana Meteorological Agency four months before the June 29 floods, accusing the government of doing “nothing” until after the disaster. Flood Response & Shelter: The Liberal Party of Ghana urges government to relocate flood victims to completed, habitable Saglemi Housing units instead of keeping families in schools and churches. Weather Update: GMet forecasts thunderstorms and rain across parts of the middle, transition and northern belts, with rough sea conditions. Waste & Flooding Pressure: Residents of Adekopa-Sonitra complain landfill mismanagement is blocking roads and creating public health risks after waste routes were redirected. Debt & Assemblies Funding: Prof. Peter Quartey says Ghana’s early Eurobond repayment is good, but calls for matching support for MMDAs to fund waste management and flood work. Xenophobia Diplomacy: Ghana rejects a state visit request by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over safety concerns amid xenophobic attacks and repatriations. Education Inclusion: Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu orders GETFund to allocate GH¢100m annually for special needs education from 2027, plus higher feeding grants and assistive devices. Digital Regulation: Bank of Ghana partners DASA 2026 to support policy dialogue on virtual assets under the 2025 Virtual Asset Service Providers Act. Sports Readiness: NSA boss warns Accra Sports Stadium may not be ready for the U-20 AFCON, citing funding and maintenance gaps.

Anti-Fraud Crackdown: Police have arrested convicted fraudster Eric Afoakwa, “Chad,” as he tried to leave Ghana, handing him over to EOCO to enforce a 2019 Accra High Court sentence. Organised Crime Alert: EOCO and CID warn of the fast-growing “Model Q” transnational network driving trafficking, cybercrime and financial fraud across West Africa. Border Security Focus: The Ghana Immigration Service opened a five-day commanders’ conference in Accra, urging stronger command synergy to tackle irregular migration and emerging threats. Flood Aftermath & Public Health: Experts say Ghana’s recurring floods are also public health crises, while the Ghana National Fire Service begins a review of its flood and fire response to plug gaps. Sanitation Enforcement in Kumasi: KMA has relaunched “samansaman,” arresting 13 over poor sanitation, including church officials. Education Inclusion: The Education Ministry orders GH¢100m yearly for special needs education from 2027 and raises feeding grants for special schools. Debt & Economy: Government makes an additional $700m Eurobond repayment ahead of schedule, reducing outstanding Eurobond debt. Climate Action: Accra unveils a LOW-Methane Portfolio targeting at least a 30% cut in waste-sector methane by 2030. Health: Childhood Cancer Society of Ghana calls for timely diagnosis and better access to treatment to reach WHO’s 60% survival goal. Sports & Culture: Stephen Appiah confirms his return for the July 11 All Star Festival at the University of Ghana.

Eurobond Relief: Ghana’s Ministry of Finance has fully settled a $700 million Eurobond obligation ahead of schedule, paying $525.2m principal and $174.8m interest, reducing outstanding debt and boosting investor confidence. Flood Accountability & Safety: The Ghana Armed Forces says structures in waterways and drainage reservations may be removed under law as part of a nationwide post-flood mitigation and clean-up push, after June’s deadly flooding. Wetlands Under Pressure: A new NNRI/GAEC study warns that rapid urban expansion is threatening Accra’s Densu and Sakumo wetlands, with heavy metal contamination detected in some areas. Justice in the Courts: Accra High Court has affirmed the extradition of “Abu Trica” to the US over an alleged $8m romance scam, with lawyers signalling a Supreme Court appeal. Inclusive Health & Education: FAO has handed MoFA vehicles and lab supplies to strengthen veterinary surveillance, while Ghana launches the National Schools Awards to improve learning outcomes and the Eye Focus app for early eye screening. Business & Growth: A Legacy Business Summit in Accra urged entrepreneurs to move from sole proprietorships to limited liability companies to protect personal assets and build sustainable wealth.

World Cup Fallout: Carlos Queiroz has quit as Ghana head coach after the Black Stars’ Round of 32 exit to Colombia, saying he leaves with pride but with “healthy dissatisfaction” and urging stronger football structures beyond the pitch. Football Shockwaves: Germany and the Netherlands crashed out in the Round of 32, with hosts advancing as the tournament delivered early, major upsets. Flood Safety & Accountability: Calls for discipline and stronger enforcement are growing after Accra’s deadly flooding, with experts warning that weak planning, encroachment and poor waste management keep turning heavy rains into disasters. Health & Prevention: The Ghana Health Service has started the 2026 Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention campaign targeting 1.5 million children, alongside school net distribution to push malaria elimination. Cardiac Care Push: GMTF reaffirmed support for cardiovascular and thoracic treatment, specialist training and infrastructure, and the National House of Chiefs pledged to champion the initiative. Tech & Education: Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu says the revised curriculum will introduce AI, robotics and coding at basic level, while a University of Ghana lecture warns AI curricula approvals are too slow and can become outdated. Security & Crime: Police recovered GH¢140,000 and an AK-47 after a Lashibi mobile money robbery, and a former NAFCO CEO was arrested at the airport over an alleged attempt to empty a frozen account. Weather Alert: GMet forecasts thunderstorms and rain across northern and transition areas.

Accra Flood Accountability: Former DRIP boss Nii Lante Vanderpuye says the June 29 floods will keep recurring unless Ghana enforces existing laws with discipline, integrity and zero tolerance for indiscipline and corruption, warning that weak enforcement and political interference allow unsafe development. Environmental Planning Push: Engineering expert Dr Evans Sarfo Adu urges President Mahama to appoint an Environmental Czar to tackle right-of-way encroachment, permitting problems and environmental degradation, warning that years of neglect—not just rain—are driving the crisis. Prevention Over Relief: Security analyst Emmanuel Kotin criticises NADMO for spending heavily on relief instead of prevention, arguing that a disaster-management model focused on handouts signals disasters are “expected.” Public Health Warnings: Paediatrician Dr Hilda Mantebea Boye urges parents to protect children from respiratory and diarrhoeal illnesses and flood hazards during heavy rains. Kumasi Sanitation Drive: KMA and Zoomlion launch a city-wide clean-up to clear choked drains and manage waste in flood-prone areas. Crime Update (Lashibi): Police recovered GH¢140,000 and an AK-47 after a robbery attempt on a MoMo vendor; one suspect died in the shootout. Education Cost Concern: A Parliamentary Select Committee flags exorbitant distance-education fees and asks GTEC to investigate. Health Infrastructure: GMTF and Ashanti Regional Minister inspect progress on KATH’s Cardiology Centre, targeting completion by August 2026. International/Trade: Ghana wins bid to host the UN Tourism Commission for Africa session in 2027; Canada-Ghana trade rises to $752m in 2025.

Deadly Lashibi Robbery: Police say a mobile money vendor in Accra’s Lashibi fought back during a GH¢140,000 heist attempt on July 3, killing one suspect and recovering the cash, an AK-47 and ammunition after a shootout. Accra Flood Toll Rises: NADMO reports Ghana’s flood deaths now stand at 34 nationwide, with 12 in Accra, and warns the number could increase as missing persons are matched with recovered bodies; the Ghana Armed Forces will support nationwide cleanup and recovery. Flood Response Needs More Than Drains: WASH journalists and the GPGD Network both call for a full overhaul of flood management, citing weak enforcement, waste dumped into drains, and construction on waterways; PRINPAG also urges urban planning reforms and attitudinal change. UPSA Logistics Boost: UPSA inaugurated the J.K. Horgle Transport and Logistics Centre to strengthen training, research and industry links, with a push for digital transformation in transport and logistics. National Day of Prayer: Sheikh Dr Amin Bonsu prayed for wisdom and courage for Parliament during the 2026 National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving. Health Alert for Rainy Season: Paediatricians urge parents to protect children from respiratory and diarrhoeal infections and flood-related hazards as rains intensify. Digital Safety Warning: DVLA cautions drivers against fake SMS links claiming discounted fines, saying only Ghana.gov.gh is approved for payments.

Accra Flood Crisis: Ghana’s post-flood cleanup and mitigation drive is in full swing after the June 29 disaster, with the death toll now put at 34 nationwide and officials warning it could rise as missing persons are still being verified; President Mahama says about 48,000 residents were displaced, while the Ghana Armed Forces and NADMO lead phased relief and restoration, including drain and waterway clearing to prevent disease outbreaks. Sanitation Blame Game: Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover says worsening flooding was tied to the cancellation of a major Zoomlion sanitation contract and weak capacity at assemblies, leaving waste to clog drains. Public Health Pressure: Environmental health officers’ groups warn years of neglect in the environmental health sector worsened conditions, as HeFRA also moves to shut down non-compliant facilities in the Upper East. Enforcement & Safety: FDA shut down Italian Boy Lounge in Nungua-Kantamanto after a raid over suspected illicit drugs, arresting two staff members. Diplomacy & Trade: Ghana’s new ambassador to Egypt pledges deeper economic ties, while Ghana-Canada trade rose 56% to $752m in 2025. Sports & Culture: Black Stars’ World Cup run ended after a 1-0 loss to Colombia, and GNA has joined TV BRICS for international media exchange.