Morning Briefing — Wednesday, 8 July 2026

Tourism & Economy

The Ghana Tourism Authority is pushing ahead with industry modernisation, unveiling fresh regulations and rolling out GTIS, a new digital platform designed to boost the hospitality sector. The authority has been consulting stakeholders in Tema on the draft rules.

Bankers reckon the Bank of Ghana will hold its monetary policy rate steady at 14% when it next meets, despite some economic headway. Inflation concerns remain the sticking point.

Politics & Justice

The opposition NPP has hit out at the arrest of former NAFCO chief Hanan Aludiba at the airport, branding it political harassment rather than legitimate law enforcement. Meanwhile, lawyer Martin Kpebu has demanded an urgent court hearing in the habeas corpus case surrounding Aludiba's detention.

In a curious twist, FIFA's president Infantino has reaffirmed the organisation's judicial independence after former US president Trump personally requested a review of footballer Balogun's World Cup suspension ban—a move FIFA flatly resisted.

Education & Child Protection

Ghana's education regulator NaCCA has cracked down on fake textbooks, issuing a stern warning to publishers and schools against peddling unapproved learning materials and misusing the agency's approval logo.

The International Justice Mission is urging Ghana to prioritise funding, strategic partnerships and data-driven approaches to tackle child trafficking and strengthen child protection systems nationwide.

Security

Interior Minister has called on Ghana's security agencies to drop the silos and work together as one unit to combat national threats effectively.