Education Reform: The Okyenhene urges universities to stop judging success by grades alone and build innovation, entrepreneurship and real-world problem-solving into curricula. Public Finance & Infrastructure: The CAGD rejects claims that government has spent nearly GH¢11bn on the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, saying funds remain in a dedicated Bank of Ghana account and haven’t been paid to contractors. Governance & Accountability: Parliament’s closed-door BoG briefing sparks backlash, with economists warning it could erode public confidence in the central bank. Environment & Land Use: Cabinet revokes E.I. 144 to restore Achimota Forest’s original forest reserve status, ending plans for alternative development. Health & Food Security: GES releases funds for SHS and SHTS perishable food items, while Tamale Teaching Hospital runs TB screening and mental health outreach at Tamale Central Prison. Crime & Justice: A TikToker, Camilla Alhassan, is jailed for one year over false ritual claims about President Mahama; in South Africa, police offer a R50,000 reward in the Nyanga murder of a Ghanaian businessman. Economy & Inclusion: BoG highlights the growth of community banking—147 institutions, about 8m customers—and warns against misuse of cedi notes. Energy & Industry: NPA opens GhIPCon 2026, pushing a resilient downstream petroleum industry and investment-led growth.