Accra’s tech scene is no longer just about basic mobile apps and business directories — it is fast maturing into an Artificial Intelligence (AI) ecosystem where startups, research labs, and communities are applying smart technologies to tackle real local problems. From logistics to education and financial inclusion, a growing group of innovators in Ghana’s capital is demonstrating that AI can be a practical tool for solving everyday challenges.

Accra’s commercial streets are no longer just physical avenues of trade — they’re gateways into a rapidly expanding digital marketplace. As Ghana’s tech capital and economic heart, Accra is already shaping how Ghanaians shop, sell, and connect online. But the future of e-commerce here isn’t just bigger — it’s smarter, more inclusive, and deeply tied to broader economic and digital…

Accra’s rapid transformation into a modern African metropolis has brought with it towering buildings, expanding infrastructure, and a growing creative economy. Yet, amid this development, the preservation of cultural heritage remains a vital concern. Playing a central role in this effort are Accra’s cultural centers, institutions dedicated to safeguarding Ghana’s history, traditions, arts, and collective memory. These centers function as bridges between the past and the present.

Ghanaian folklore and mythology form the backbone of the country’s cultural consciousness. Long before written history, communities across present-day Ghana preserved their worldview through oral storytelling, myths, legends, proverbs, and ritual narratives. These stories explained the origin of the universe, human behavior, morality, nature, leadership, and the relationship between the living and the spiritual world. Across ethnic groups such as the…

Long before Accra became Ghana’s capital and economic nerve centre, it was governed through a network of traditional palaces and chiefs’ courts that regulated political authority, land ownership, justice, and spiritual life. These institutions formed the backbone of indigenous governance among the Ga people, whose settlements predate colonial rule by centuries. Accra’s old palaces and chiefs’ courts were not merely residences of rulers; they were centres of power, diplomacy, and cultural continuity.

Accra is not only Ghana’s capital city but also the spiritual and cultural heartland of the Ga people, the indigenous inhabitants of the coastal plains surrounding the city. Beneath the modern skyline of ministries, markets, and business districts lies a deeply rooted cultural system that continues to shape identity, governance, and social life. Central to this system are…

Accra’s architectural landscape blends contemporary constructions with enduring monuments from its colonial past. Among the city’s most significant heritage structures are its colonial-era churches, architectural treasures that reflect centuries of religious, cultural, and social history. These buildings stand not only as places of worship but also as living museums of colonial-era design and community continuity. Preserving these buildings is both a cultural priority and a technical challenge.

Accra’s future is increasingly being defined by the passion, creativity, and purposeful action of its youth leaders — young innovators who are not only imagining a better tomorrow, but actively building it today. In 2026, these leaders are shaping the city’s social, economic, and cultural trajectory through entrepreneurship, advocacy, community service, and media innovation. Their influence extends beyond personal achievement, impacting communities in tangible ways and inspiring other young Ghanaians to lead with purpose and vision.

Accra’s business ecosystem is being reshaped by a formidable group of women whose leadership, innovation, and enterprise continue to influence Ghana’s economic direction. These women are not symbolic figures; they are founders, executives, investors, and decision-makers whose work directly affects markets, employment, capital flows, and institutional growth. In 2026, the presence of influential women in Accra’s business landscape reflects a broader shift toward inclusive leadership and sustainable enterprise.

Ghanaian artists are increasingly commanding global attention, not as occasional breakthroughs but as consistent contributors to international creative culture. In 2026, the global visibility of Ghanaian art, music, fashion, film, and digital creativity reflects years of deliberate effort, professionalisation, and strategic positioning. These artists are not only exporting talent; they are exporting identity, narrative, and cultural confidence. The international success of Ghanaian artists is rooted in Accra’s evolving creative ecosystem, where artistic expression intersects with…

Accra’s business scene is undergoing a quiet but powerful transformation, driven largely by a new generation of young innovators who are redefining how value is created, delivered, and sustained. In 2026, youth-led innovation is no longer a fringe movement or a future promise—it is a central force shaping the city’s commercial identity. These young innovators are not simply inheriting existing business models.

Accra has always been a city of movement, ambition, and reinvention. In 2026, that energy is being channelled more deliberately through a new generation of entrepreneurs redefining how business is built, scaled, and sustained in Ghana’s capital. These emerging entrepreneurs are not only responding to market gaps but are actively reshaping consumer behaviour, employment patterns, and the city’s economic narrative.

Priority Insurance, a subsidiary of the Tobinco Group of Companies, has cut sod for the construction of a six-storey ultra-modern corporate office complex valued at US$10 million at North Ridge in Accra, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth journey. The project underscores Priority Insurance’s commitment to expanding its operational capacity, strengthening service delivery, and supporting long-term business…

For newly employed public sector workers in Ghana, nothing is more eagerly anticipated than the first salary. Yet, for many, the wait can feel endless. Questions quickly arise: Have I been put on payroll?, What is IPPD?, Who is delaying my salary? As Accra Street Journal has repeatedly highlighted, most delays experienced by new government workers stem from misunderstandings about the…

For many public sector workers in Ghana, knowing where and how to contact the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) can make the difference between resolving a salary issue quickly and being stuck in months of frustration. From missing names on payroll to IPPD corrections and pension matters, CAGD sits at the center of government compensation administration. Yet, as Accra Street Journal…

For many public sector workers in Ghana, payday often comes with mixed emotions. While salaries are credited, payslips sometimes reveal deductions that workers do not fully understand. Questions like “Why is my take-home pay lower?”, “Who approved these deductions?”, and “Can they be corrected?” are common across ministries, departments, agencies, schools, and health institutions. As Accra Street Journal…

Errors in personal records at the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) may seem minor on paper, but in practice, they are one of the leading causes of salary delays, payroll suspensions, and pension complications for public sector workers in Ghana. A single misspelt name, wrong date of birth, or incorrect bank detail can quietly block salary processing for months. As…

Few issues unsettle a public sector worker in Ghana more than discovering that their name is missing from the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) payroll. Whether you are newly employed, transferred, promoted, or returning from study leave, the absence of your name from payroll often translates directly into months without salary. As Accra Street Journal has repeatedly highlighted, payroll exclusion is rarely permanent—but delays persist because many workers do not understand…

For many Ghanaian public sector workers, retirement planning is clouded by one major question: Who actually pays my pension—SSNIT or CAGD? The confusion is understandable. Both institutions are deeply involved in the pension process, yet their roles are often misunderstood, leading to misplaced complaints, delayed follow-ups, and unnecessary anxiety for retirees. As consistently highlighted by Accra Street Journal, the public sector pension system in Ghana works best when workers clearly understand…

For many Ghanaian public sector workers, retirement marks the end of active service—but it should not mark the beginning of uncertainty. Yet for thousands of retirees, pension payments under the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) remain confusing, delayed, or poorly understood. As Accra Street Journal has consistently observed, most pension challenges are not caused by missing money, but by limited understanding of how the CAGD pension payment system actually works…

Salary challenges under Ghana’s public sector payroll are rarely random. In most cases, delayed, suspended, or missing salaries can be traced directly to issues within the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Database (IPPD). Yet many workers do not understand where the problem starts, who is responsible, or what steps actually fix the issue. For Accra Street Journal, it is clear that IPPD salary problems persist not because solutions are unavailable, but because workers often…

For many public sector workers in Ghana, one of the most stressful experiences is not knowing when a salary will be paid or whether one’s name is active on the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) payroll. Questions such as “Am I on the payroll?”, “Has my salary been processed?”, or “Why haven’t I been paid yet?” are common across ministries, departments, agencies, schools, and hospitals.

Salary delays within Ghana’s public sector are a recurring source of anxiety for workers across education, health, civil service, and security agencies. For many, the delay is often blamed solely on the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD). However, as Accra Street Journal has consistently reported, most salary delays originate long before payroll reaches CAGD. Understanding the real reasons behind CAGD salary delays—and knowing…

Every month, millions of Ghanaian public sector workers receive their salaries—often without fully understanding the complex system that makes those payments possible. Behind each salary alert lies a structured process managed by the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD), the institution responsible for safeguarding public funds and ensuring lawful compensation. As Accra Street Journal has repeatedly noted, misunderstandings about salary delays, deductions, and payroll errors often arise because workers are unfamiliar with how the CAGD salary processing system actually works.

In Ghana’s public sector, salary payment, staff records, promotions, and transfers are not managed randomly. They are coordinated through a centralized digital framework known as the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Database (IPPD). For many public sector workers, the IPPD system determines when salaries are paid, how deductions are calculated, and whether promotions reflect accurately on payroll. Yet, despite its importance, the IPPD system remains poorly understood by the very people it affects most.