President Mahama arrives at the NDC Headquarters, Accra:

President Mahama, Beautiful Arrival at the National Headquarters of the National Democratic Congress as the party commemorates his birth anniversary and officially renames its headquarters in his honour. The ceremony celebrates his enduring legacy, visionary leadership, and remarkable contributions to both the party and the Republic of Ghana. The event has brought together party leaders, supporters, and members of the Rawlings family to pay tribute to one of the nation’s most influential statesmen.

The children of the late former President of Ghana, Jerry John Rawlings, have arrived at the ongoing 2nd anniversary of Rawlings Day to honour the memory of their late father.

The programme includes tributes, reflections on his leadership and legacy, cultural performances, and speeches from dignitaries, all dedicated to celebrating his life and enduring impact on Ghana.

Dr Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings, daughter of the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, has also arrived at the National Democratic Congress headquarters ahead of the official ceremony to rename the party’s office in honour of its founder, as the NDC marks his birthday anniversary.

The sons of the Late Prof. Mills and Jerry Rawlings at the NDC headquarters for the renaming ceremony — NDC to rename headquarters after the Late J J Rawlings.

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, arrives at the party’s headquarters ahead of the official ceremony to rename the NDC’s national office in honour of its founder, the late former President Jerry John Rawlings, as the party marks his birthday anniversary.

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga and Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor arrive at the National Democratic Congress headquarters ahead of the official ceremony to rename the party’s national office in honour of its founder, the late Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings, as the NDC marks his birth anniversary.

President Mahama, with Hon. Zanetor and family, officially unveils the Plaque in honour of the founder of the party, Flt. Lt. Jerrry John Rawlings.

President John Mahama, joined by National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the children of the late Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings and other party officials cut a birthday cake in honour of the NDC’s founder, as the party marks what would have been his 78th birthday.

Ghana High Commission – United Kingdom:

H.E. Mrs Sabah Zita Benson welcomed Mr Cedric Dzelu, Technical Director at the Office of the Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability, to the Ghana High Commission in London during his visit to the United Kingdom for the London Climate Action Week.

The courtesy call provided an opportunity to discuss Ghana’s climate and sustainability agenda, ongoing diplomatic engagements, and areas of collaboration aimed at strengthening Ghana–UK relations. Discussions also highlighted Ghana’s commitment to advancing climate resilience, sustainable development, and international partnerships in addressing global environmental challenges.

The High Commissioner commended the Ministry of Climate Change and Sustainability for its leadership in advancing Ghana’s climate action agenda and reaffirmed the Mission’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote sustainable growth, environmental stewardship, and international cooperation.

Ghana High Commission – Italy:

Ghana’s Ambassador to Italy, H.E. Mona Quartey, led a high-level diplomatic delegation to participate in the prestigious AFC Italy Business Forum on 17th June 2026 at the Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa in Rome.

Her Excellency was accompanied by a senior delegation from the Embassy of Ghana in Rome: Mr Kwesi Amuzu-Kpene (Minister Plenipotentiary) and Mrs Hannah Sinnibah Fentuo (Minister Counsellor).

The forum focused on the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Infrastructure Opportunity Through the Mattei Plan”. It brought together prominent African diplomats, Italian government officials, and leading financial institutions. The core objective was to accelerate industrial partnerships, capital mobilisation, and project execution across the African continent.

The Ghanaian delegation actively participated in high-level networking sessions and panel deliberations. A central focus of the forum was the opening panel session, “Financing the Next Growth Frontier: Critical Raw Materials (CRM),” which explored investment frameworks for sustainable resource development.

Ambassador Quartey’s presence underscores Ghana’s commitment to deepening bilateral economic ties with Italy. It aligns with ongoing efforts to position the country as a primary destination for industrial and infrastructural investments under Italy’s Mattei Plan. The event successfully facilitated critical discussions on risk mitigation, project preparation, and bridging public-private investments between Italian industries

and African nations.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana:

HER EXCELLENCY DR. NETUMBO NANDI-NDAITWAH PARTICIPATES IN THE HIGH-LEVEL CONSULTATIVE CONFERENCE ON NEXT STEPS TO THE LANDMARK UN RESOLUTION ON THE TRAFFICKING OF ENSLAVED AFRICANS

The President of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on 18th June 2026, addressed the High-Level Consultative Conference on Next Steps to the Landmark UN Resolution on the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans. She described the Consultative Conference as an important milestone in transforming the United Nations Resolution A/RES/80/250 into action and reflected on the enduring consequences of the transatlantic slave trade, as well as the painful legacy carried by generations of Africans and People of African descent. Highlighting Ghana’s historical significance and its leadership role in the pursuit of reparatory justice, Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah noted that the forts and castles in the country are reminders of the suffering endured by millions of Africans and at the same time symbolise resilience, resistance and hope.

Drawing on Namibia’s own experience in seeking justice for the genocide committed against the Ovaherero and Nama People, she emphasised that reconciliation can only be achieved through truth, acknowledgement, dialogue and mutual respect. She said that the pursuit of justice is often slow and complex, but expressed optimism that through sustained engagement, reparatory justice would be achieved. She further stressed the importance of African unity and solidarity, noting that the African diaspora remains an integral part of the future of the continent. She called for greater efforts to address all aspects of the legacy of slavery and colonialism and urged Africans to continue reclaiming their history, confidence and identity.

Bank Convenes Seven Nations on West Africa Youth Jobs:

Ghana is among seven nations hosting World Bank youth dialogues today, targeting an employment gap that leaves 196 million young West and Central Africans short of their productive potential.

The AFW Youth Forum 2026, themed “Youth Works. Africa Thrives,” is running simultaneously across the region, with national in-person sessions in Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Ghana, Guinea, Niger, Nigeria and Senegal. Each country office is holding sessions focused on local priorities before the national hubs converge virtually to present findings to World Bank Group (WBG) leadership, including Vice President Ousmane Diagana, later in the day.

The forum’s central challenge is concrete. A child born in West or Central Africa today is estimated to reach only 38 percent of their productive potential, a figure the World Bank attributes to shortfalls in education and workforce preparation.

Ghana’s national session is concentrating on entrepreneurship and youth-led innovation. In Niger, participants are examining artificial intelligence and digital skills. Each country’s distinct focus is designed to surface priorities shaped by local conditions rather than a single regional template.

Some 300 young leaders are taking part across the region, drawn from business, academia, activism and community organisations. Government ministers, private sector representatives and World Bank technical experts attend alongside them. A fireside chat titled “Passing the Baton” brings professionals who came through youth programmes to share direct accounts of their careers, offering participants a concrete sense of what progression can look like.

The forum’s stated output is specific. Participants are working through an Innovation Lab Challenge on how new ideas and technology can drive job creation among young Africans. Their responses will feed into a synthesis report jointly authored by youth participants, intended as the region’s contribution to the World Bank’s global youth agenda.

The structure marks a deliberate departure from the standard conference format. Organisers describe it as youth-centred and built around interaction rather than presentations, with young people positioned as the primary architects of the recommendations they produce.

West and Central Africa’s working-age youth population makes inaction expensive. With 196 million young people in the region and that number rising, the gap between demographic scale and economic output represents a compounding cost to growth. Whether the recommendations that emerge from this forum produce durable policy change will depend significantly on how seriously governments and institutions engage the synthesis report that follows.

BAGBIN Markets Ghana at Parliamentary Economic Forum:

Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has called for deeper economic integration among nations as a pathway to shared prosperity, stressing that countries stand to gain significantly through stronger regional and inter-regional partnerships.

Delivering a keynote address at the 4th Marrakesh Parliamentary Economic Forum in Morocco, he noted that Ghana remains committed to promoting economic diplomacy and policies that facilitate trade, investment, and cooperation across borders.

The Speaker highlighted Ghana’s strategic position as a gateway to West Africa, citing the country’s political stability, expanding transport infrastructure, modern port facilities, and industrialisation agenda as key advantages for boosting trade and economic growth. He added that Ghana’s transition to a 24-hour economy is expected to enhance productivity, trade facilitation, and global competitiveness.

Rt. Hon. Bagbin further underscored the importance of integrating people alongside economies, arguing that the movement of goods and services must be matched by the free movement of people.

He commended Morocco, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean, the Parliamentary Network of the World Bank and IMF, and other partners for fostering economic collaboration among Africa, Europe, and the Gulf States, while urging governments to uphold transparency, accountability, and sound economic policies to drive sustainable development and prosperity.

Krobia Online Radio reporting.