Accra.
capital city of Ghana
- Reports this week
- 12
- Active events
- 11
- Connections
- 474
What's happening
Active this week
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An ECOWAS meeting was held in Accra today, June 15, 2026.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A symposium was held in Accra today regarding regional security issues, involving the Ghana Armed Forces.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Stellenbosch University hosted the African Maritime Security Forum in Accra on October 19, 2026.Some support1 report
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Peter Anderson is reported to be operating in the Bukom area of Accra.Some support1 report
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A minister inaugurated a city greening committee in Accra.Some support1 report
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The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) held a meeting in Accra and negotiated with the Ministry of Education.Some support2 reports
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Leaders from Ghana and Nigeria attended a summit in Accra, while Shatta Wale hosted MoMo Fest.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A demand was made at a press conference in Accra, Ghana.Some support1 report
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BoG held a regional course in Accra urging central banks in West Africa to strengthen financial regulation.Some support1 report
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The Society of Jesus is establishing an institute in Accra, Ghana, and proposing a college in the Central Region.Some support1 report
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Bawa-Rock Limited donated funds and presented a relief package to farmers in the Greater Accra Region.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Drug consignments arrived in Lagos from Amsterdam and Bangladesh, while a drug kingpin traveled from Accra.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Jobs for school leavers are highlighted as a central test for the government in Accra.Some support1 report
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A conference was held in Accra, Ghana, bringing together participants representing the diaspora from Africa, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Kwabena Mintah Akandoh spoke at an engagement in Accra on October 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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An art installation traveled from Accra to Ghent and is scheduled for reconstruction at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.Some support1 report
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A high court determination was referenced in Accra on October 7, 2026.Some support1 report
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Julius Debrah advocates for citizen-centric government design while West Africa faces a meth production crisis.Some support3 reports
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A minister has declared a crackdown on sanitation indiscipline and inspected waste management installations in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.Well supported6 reports
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Legal instruments were launched in Accra, Ghana.Some support1 report
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Economic examples were cited during a workshop held in Accra.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The Bank of Ghana held a workshop in Accra.Some support1 report
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The original master plan included Tema's urban development, alongside Kwame Nkrumah's blueprint for national development, amidst rapid growth and planning failures in Accra.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A conference will be held in Accra.Well supported3 reports
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The World Bank published economic updates concerning Ghana, originating from the capital city of Accra.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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The WAFEO conference has been scheduled to take place in Freetown.Some support2 reports
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Accra is the capital city of Ghana.Well supported24 reports3 developments inside
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WAEC successfully conducted the WASSCE examinations for Nigerian candidates, receiving commendation from the federal government.Well supported8 reports2 developments inside
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The Bank of Ghana operates in Accra and supports healthcare through local partnerships.Some support1 report
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A race course is located in the Borteyman town.Some support1 report
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Societal decline and poor governance in Ghana.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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GIABA held training in Accra.Some support4 reports
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Residents in Accra appeal to the Inspector-general of police regarding ongoing land guard attacks.Some support1 report
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Avocado airlift connects farmers to UAE market while concerns are raised over Ghanaian financial security.Some support1 report
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Accra serves as the headquarters for Pan-African organizing.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Lesley Lokko designed the headquarters for the African Futures Institute in Accra.Some support1 report
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Severe flooding occurs in Accra, Ghana, attributed to poor sanitation conditions.Well supported22 reports10 developments inside
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The government of Ghana has mandated the ecological restoration of Accra's lagoon.Some support1 report
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Waste is being transported from Accra to Nsawam as part of a waste management operation led by the Ministry of Local Government and supported by the Ghana Armed Forces.Some support1 report
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An Industrial Summit was held in Accra, Ghana, on September 18, 2026, attended by Sampson Ahi in his capacity as Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry.Some support1 report
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Stakeholders met in the capital city of Ghana, Accra, on April 20, 2026.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Global standards are being applied in Accra.Some support1 report
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Enterprise Life, a company operating in Ghana's life insurance industry, held its anniversary service in Accra on September 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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The President of Ghana addressed a conference held in Accra on September 11, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An event was held in Accra, West Africa, to address challenges and emphasize the need for youth involvement.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Pope, through the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, urged youth to maintain hope amid crises in West Africa, including Burkina Faso.Some support1 report
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Student clashes and violence reported in the capital city of Accra, Ghana, involving students and an institution.Some support1 report
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The operations of the ADR Centre must now extend beyond the city of Accra.Some support1 report
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Project meetings were held in Accra, Ghana, where academic expertise informed development policy calls.Some support1 report
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Samba Foods Limited announced its financial results at the Accra Stock Exchange.Some support1 report
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African leaders met in Accra for a conference.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Amoako Boafo mentors an artist during a residency in Accra.Some support1 report
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Mahama Ayariga proposes reviving the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Accra to alleviate traffic congestion.Some support2 reports
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Mahama Ayariga proposed a transport system revamp for the city of Accra.Some support1 report
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A wedding ceremony was held in Accra, Ghana, with the wedding ring requiring travel to Mumbai.Some support1 report
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A forum was held in Accra, Ghana, on September 8, 2026.Some support1 report
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A dialogue was held in Accra, Ghana, on July 1, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Youth empowerment initiatives and financial activities were reported in Tamale and Accra, Ghana.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Samuel Nartey George addressed flooding in the Greater Accra Region and presented a ministry scorecard in Accra.Some support1 report
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Government plans urban renewal of the Korle Lagoon area in Accra.Some support1 report
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Around Accra this week
News at the entities that move Accra most-
Ghana StructuralGrace Ayensu-Danquah reported on the national health status during a PAC meeting in Kumasi.Moves Accra
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Liberia Shared contextA Sierra Leone delegation met with the National Public Health Institute of Liberia to discuss shared public health challenges and regional cooperation.Moves Accra
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Greater Accra Region StructuralConstruction of the New Economy Programme is underway at Afienya in the Greater Accra Region.Moves Accra
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Ghana Armed Forces Shared contextThe Ministry of Defence issued a directive leading to military units building infrastructure in Ghana's Central Region.Moves Accra
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Alliance of Sahel States OperationalThe Alliance of Sahel States withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States citing disagreements.Moves Accra
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Delta Air Lines OperationalMammoth is converting aircraft for several major airlines, including Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Air India.Moves Accra
Connections
The 40 strongest of 474, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ghana Structural
Accra functions as the official capital and primary administrative hub of the state of Ghana.
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Greater Accra Region Structural
Accra is the capital city and a constituent part of the Greater Accra Region.
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Ghana Armed Forces Shared context
The Ghana Armed Forces operates within Accra, conducting deployments for rescue, relief, security, and official symposium participation.
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Cambodia Transactional
A high-level ministerial meeting was conducted in Accra, establishing a specific, high-stakes diplomatic engagement between the two entities.
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Dome Operational
they act on each other directly
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Zoomlion Ghana Limited Operational
Zoomlion Ghana Limited is actively executing large-scale environmental and infrastructure projects, including flood control and waste management, within the boundaries of Accra.
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Weija Dam Structural
Weija Dam provides essential water treatment and influences the environment of Accra through its operation.
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Volta River Authority Operational
VRA provides essential power services to the major urban center of Accra, establishing a functional operational link.
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Nsawam Structural
The waste management system of Accra relies on Nsawam for the transport and disposal of its waste.
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Americas Transactional
Accra's region was historically involved in the trafficking of people to the Americas.
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Alliance of Sahel States Operational
The Alliance of Sahel States seeks security and functional support from the country of Ghana, centered in Accra.
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Delta Air Lines Operational
Delta Air Lines operates using Accra as a functional hub for its Accra–New York route.
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Central Intelligence Agency Operational
The CIA maintains an operational station in Accra, establishing a functional presence within the city's operational sphere.
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Indian Council of Agricultural Research Operational
ICAR and Accra are linked through a formal Memorandum of Understanding strengthening agricultural research cooperation and knowledge exchange.
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Achimota Structural
Achimota is a specific neighborhood within the larger municipality of Accra, and both are currently affected by severe flooding.
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World Bank Transactional
The World Bank provides funding and support for development and infrastructure projects in Accra.
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Kenya Operational
Kenya leverages Accra as a functional hub for market access, diplomatic meetings, and technical coordination.
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Bangladesh Operational
The two locations function as transit points for drug consignments originating in or passing through them.
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Denmark Transactional
Denmark supported the restoration of Fort Osu in Accra.
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Bangui Transactional
A specific air travel service was observed connecting Accra to Bangui, with the flight originating in Accra.
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Montego Bay Operational
The operational link between the two locations is being established through an agreement to fast-track direct air services.
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interior ministry Structural
The interior ministry operates within the capital city of Accra, establishing a functional dependency on the location.
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Liberia Shared context
Liberia utilizes Accra as a functional location for its diplomatic missions, including hosting embassies and peace negotiations.
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secretariat Operational
The formal signing ceremony establishing the relationship between the two entities took place in Accra.
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Cantonments Structural
Cantonments is formally defined as a district within the city of Accra.
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Ghana Revenue Authority Shared context
Accra's environmental conditions, such as severe weather and flooding, directly impact the operational continuity of the Ghana Revenue Authority.
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Lagos Operational
The two major urban centers interact through physical movement (travel, shipments) and shared operational challenges like flood management.
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Tema Structural
Tema supplies power to Accra, and both locations share contextual vulnerabilities to flooding.
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Hive Structural
Hive established its new head office in Accra, indicating a formal, sustained corporate presence.
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MasterCard Foundation Transactional
Accra served as the host city for the inaugural convenings of the MasterCard Foundation, establishing a functional link between the foundation and the location.
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Ghana Prisons Service Shared context
The headquarters of the Ghana Prisons Service are functionally located within the city of Accra.
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Haruna Iddrisu Shared context
Haruna Iddrisu conducted official duties and spoke from Accra.
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Union Transactional
The company Union utilized Accra as the location for its Extraordinary Session.
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Kumasi Operational
The cities are functionally connected by an expressway and are compared in regional rankings.
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Thomas Nyarko Ampem Shared context
Thomas Nyarko Ampem spoke at a conference held in Accra.
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Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development Shared context
Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development conducts initiatives related to youth formation within the context of Accra.
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Imperial College London Shared context
Imperial College London delivers educational fellowships through a program operating in Accra.
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Nigerian Law School Shared context
Accra serves as the location context for the Nigerian Law School.
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CSR Shared context
CSR is associated with events, such as summits, held in Accra.
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Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa Shared context
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa is observed visiting visa centers within the city of Accra.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
16 events- Stellenbosch University hosted the African Maritime Security Forum in Accra on October 19, 2026.
- Peter Anderson is reported to be operating in the Bukom area of Accra.
- A minister inaugurated a city greening committee in Accra.
- The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) held a meeting in Accra and negotiated with the Ministry of Education.
- Leaders from Ghana and Nigeria attended a summit in Accra, while Shatta Wale hosted MoMo Fest.
- A demand was made at a press conference in Accra, Ghana.
- BoG held a regional course in Accra urging central banks in West Africa to strengthen financial regulation.
- The Society of Jesus is establishing an institute in Accra, Ghana, and proposing a college in the Central Region.
- Bawa-Rock Limited donated funds and presented a relief package to farmers in the Greater Accra Region.
- Jobs for school leavers are highlighted as a central test for the government in Accra.
- Kwabena Mintah Akandoh spoke at an engagement in Accra on October 9, 2026.
- An art installation traveled from Accra to Ghent and is scheduled for reconstruction at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
- A high court determination was referenced in Accra on October 7, 2026.
- Julius Debrah advocates for citizen-centric government design while West Africa faces a meth production crisis.
- Legal instruments were launched in Accra, Ghana.
- The Bank of Ghana held a workshop in Accra.
September 2026
30 events- A minister has declared a crackdown on sanitation indiscipline and inspected waste management installations in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana.
- A conference will be held in Accra.
- The Bank of Ghana operates in Accra and supports healthcare through local partnerships.
- A race course is located in the Borteyman town.
- GIABA held training in Accra.
- Residents in Accra appeal to the Inspector-general of police regarding ongoing land guard attacks.
- Avocado airlift connects farmers to UAE market while concerns are raised over Ghanaian financial security.
- Accra serves as the headquarters for Pan-African organizing.
- Lesley Lokko designed the headquarters for the African Futures Institute in Accra.
- The government of Ghana has mandated the ecological restoration of Accra's lagoon.
- Waste is being transported from Accra to Nsawam as part of a waste management operation led by the Ministry of Local Government and supported by the Ghana Armed Forces.
- An Industrial Summit was held in Accra, Ghana, on September 18, 2026, attended by Sampson Ahi in his capacity as Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry.
- Stakeholders met in the capital city of Ghana, Accra, on April 20, 2026.
- Global standards are being applied in Accra.
- Enterprise Life, a company operating in Ghana's life insurance industry, held its anniversary service in Accra on September 15, 2026.
- The President of Ghana addressed a conference held in Accra on September 11, 2026.
- An event was held in Accra, West Africa, to address challenges and emphasize the need for youth involvement.
- The Pope, through the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, urged youth to maintain hope amid crises in West Africa, including Burkina Faso.
- Student clashes and violence reported in the capital city of Accra, Ghana, involving students and an institution.
- The operations of the ADR Centre must now extend beyond the city of Accra.
- Project meetings were held in Accra, Ghana, where academic expertise informed development policy calls.
- Samba Foods Limited announced its financial results at the Accra Stock Exchange.
- Amoako Boafo mentors an artist during a residency in Accra.
- Mahama Ayariga proposes reviving the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Accra to alleviate traffic congestion.
- Mahama Ayariga proposed a transport system revamp for the city of Accra.
- A wedding ceremony was held in Accra, Ghana, with the wedding ring requiring travel to Mumbai.
- A forum was held in Accra, Ghana, on September 8, 2026.
- Youth empowerment initiatives and financial activities were reported in Tamale and Accra, Ghana.
- Samuel Nartey George addressed flooding in the Greater Accra Region and presented a ministry scorecard in Accra.
- Government plans urban renewal of the Korle Lagoon area in Accra.
August 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- A symposium was held in Accra today regarding regional security issues, involving the Ghana Armed Forces.
- The original master plan included Tema's urban development, alongside Kwame Nkrumah's blueprint for national development, amidst rapid growth and planning failures in Accra.
- Societal decline and poor governance in Ghana.
- A dialogue was held in Accra, Ghana, on July 1, 2026.
June 2026
8 events- An ECOWAS meeting was held in Accra today, June 15, 2026.
- A conference was held in Accra, Ghana, bringing together participants representing the diaspora from Africa, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
- Economic examples were cited during a workshop held in Accra.
- The WAFEO conference has been scheduled to take place in Freetown.
- Accra is the capital city of Ghana.
- WAEC successfully conducted the WASSCE examinations for Nigerian candidates, receiving commendation from the federal government.
- Severe flooding occurs in Accra, Ghana, attributed to poor sanitation conditions.
- African leaders met in Accra for a conference.