The Information Services Department (ISD) has announced that the forecourt of Jubilee House will host the parade marking Ghana’s 69th Independence Day on March 6, 2026.
Editors were notified of plans for media coverage and invited to submit accreditation applications by 5:00 p.m. on February 27, 2026, in a notice dated February 24, 2026, and signed by the Acting Director of the Information Services Department, Dr. Winnifred N. Mahama.
This is the second year in a row. The Jubilee House, the seat of government, will host the national parade.
The choice is the result of a similar agreement in 2025, when the 68th Independence Day celebration was held at Jubilee House in an attempt to cut government spending.
According to government estimates at the time, the incident cost GH¢1.5 million, as opposed to the GH¢15 million that it would have cost if it had taken place at Black Star Square.
The Independence Day march has traditionally been held in Black Star Square, which was finished in 1961. For many years, it has been the primary location for public and military demonstrations, such as parades of schoolchildren and security officers.
Because of the limited space and the expected high number of applications, Dr. Mahama said that each media outlet will only get one accreditation spot. But media companies that already have presidential accreditation can send their previously authorized reporters to cover the event.
Applications must be sent via a formal letter from the media organization, including the names and contact information of the designated reporter and staff. The Information Services Department must get the letter before the deadline.
Late arrivals may be refused admission, and accreditation is non-transferable. It is required that everyone with accreditation wear business or formal attire.
Photographers and videographers must arrive to the location by 6:45 a.m. for security inspection and placement. They must always wear their accreditation badges and stay within specified media areas.
The presidential speech, the national anthem, and other significant ceremonial portions will all be subject to movement restrictions.
Just professional cameras and video gear will be permitted. The use of aerial equipment and drones is absolutely forbidden unless permission is given in writing in advance. Tripods and monopods should only be placed in designated locations, while stabilizers and gimbals should only be used in accordance with the specified rules. Live streaming through personal or mobile devices is prohibited.
Only authorized photographers and videographers assigned to the Red Security Zone will have access to the presidential platform and the area around it. Security checkpoints and specific VIP seating areas are other restricted locations.
A live video feed for broadcasters will be provided by Ghana Television and the Presidential Communications department. Media outlets wishing to broadcast the event live must specify this in their applications for accreditation.
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