4 d. ago Western region records 465 road fatalities in 11 months; officials blame drunk driving, human error

The Western Region has recorded a worrying rise in road traffic accidents, with 465 people losing their lives in 2,800 crashes between January and November 2025, prompting renewed calls for stronger policy and enforcement measures to curb the trend.

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4 d. ago GUTA calls for stronger enforcement to protect local retail trade

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has appealed to government to intensify efforts in 2026 to address what it describes as the rising dominance of foreigners in Ghana’s retail trading space.

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5 d. ago African American Association Calls for Support to Ease Diaspora Reintegration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-american-association-calls-for-support-to-ease-diaspora-reintegration/The African American Association of Ghana (AAAG) has held its annual End of Year Party with a call for stronger collaboration with Ghanaian businesses to provide practical support that will ensure a smoother transition for diasporans relocating to Ghana. Speaking at the event, President of AAAG, Shannan Akosua Magee, said the organisation’s key focus in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-american-association-calls-for-support-to-ease-diaspora-reintegration/

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7 d. ago Ghana Positions Itself as Africa’s Trade Gateway in Engagement with U.S. President

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-positions-itself-as-africas-trade-gateway-in-engagement-with-u-s-president/Ghana has renewed its call for stronger economic cooperation with the United States as Ambassador Victor Emmanuel Smith presented his credentials to President Donald J. Trump at the White House. During the engagement, Ambassador Smith underscored Ghana’s growing importance as a commercial and diplomatic hub, highlighting its access to a sub-regional market of more than […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-positions-itself-as-africas-trade-gateway-in-engagement-with-u-s-president/

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8 d. ago CSOs commend gov’t for revoking L.I. 2462, call for stronger forest protection measures

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) and public interest groups has commended the Government of Ghana and Parliament for the revocation of Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2462, describing the move as a major victory for forest protection and environmental governance. In a statement issued in Accra on Thursday, December 18, 2025, the coalition expressed “profound […]

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1 week ago Photos: Interior Minister opens Upper West Regional Police Headquarters

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has opened the Upper West Regional Police Headquarters in Wa, calling for stronger collaboration between the police and the public to maintain law and order in the region.

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1 week ago Interior Minister opens Upper West Regional Police Headquarters

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has commissioned the Upper West Regional Police Headquarters in Wa, calling for stronger collaboration between the police and the public to maintain peace and security in the region.

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1 week ago A Plus backs calls for stronger accountability at OSP, says criticism should spur improvement

Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, Gomoa Central MP, says calls for stronger scrutiny of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) are justified and should prompt the institution to improve its output and operational structure. Speaking in an exclusive interview on the AM Show, the independent MP said public concerns about the effectiveness of the OSP are legitimate, especially in light of comments recently made by the Speaker of Parliament regarding value for money.

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1 week ago Ghana Begins Update of Climate Prosperity Plan, Targets Bankable Projects for Resilient Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-begins-update-of-climate-prosperity-plan-targets-bankable-projects-for-resilient-growth/Ghana has begun a comprehensive update of its Climate Prosperity Plan (CPP), with government officials and international partners calling for stronger investment pathways, sharper project preparation, and a renewed national commitment to green and resilient economic transformation. A high-level stakeholder workshop brought together the Ministry of Finance, the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF), development partners, private-sector […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-begins-update-of-climate-prosperity-plan-targets-bankable-projects-for-resilient-growth/

Events

1 week ago Kwadwo Poku calls for stronger HIV/AIDS education amid low condom use

A fire outbreak involving a cargo truck at Budumburam in the Central Region on Saturday evening was successfully brought under control by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), with no casualties recorded.

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2 w. ago Mahama celebrates Kenya at 62nd Jamhuri Day, calling for stronger African unity

President John Dramani Mahama joined Kenyans in celebrating their 62nd Jamhuri Day, sharing a message of Pan-African solidarity and shared prosperity while honouring the enduring friendship between Ghana and Kenya.

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2 w. ago Legal expert urges Alban Bagbin to reinforce authority amid parliamentary chaos

Private legal practitioner Victor Kwadjoga Adawudu has called on Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to assert stronger control over the rising chaos in Parliament, warning that repeated breaches of parliamentary decorum could tarnish his legacy.

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2 w. ago Illegal mining and pollution putting Ghana’s soils under threat 

Experts have renewed calls for stronger environmental protection measures to safeguard Ghana’s soils, warning that continued degradation poses a direct threat to food security, public health and sustainable urban development. The call was made at the 2025 World Soil Day celebration held at the Soil Research Institute of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR-SRI), against the backdrop of increasing pressure on the country’s lands from illegal mining, pollution and excessive use of chemical fertilisers.

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2 w. ago CHRAJ calls for stronger protection of children in Ghana’s digital space

Dr Joseph Whittal, the CHRAJ Commissioner, has called for renewed national commitment to safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of children in Ghana’s rapidly expanding digital environment.

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2 w. ago Christian professionals challenged to rise as Ghana’s new economic problem

At a time when Ghana is grappling with rising economic uncertainty, youth unemployment, ethical concerns in business, and urgent calls for stronger moral leadership in public life, the Christ Business Network (CBN) has renewed its leadership with a decisive focus on faith-driven enterprise and national transformation.

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2 w. ago University of Ghana VC urges alumni to boost IT labs, praises 1993 year group

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, has renewed calls for stronger alumni involvement in improving the school’s ICT facilities, urging graduates across all year groups to help equip computer laboratories with more devices and learning tools. Speaking during a visit by the 1993 Year Group—popularly known as the Pacesetters—Prof. Amfo praised the cohort for what she described as a practical and exemplary model of alumni support. “We need sustained alumni support to strengthen our IT infrastructure,” she said. “What the 1993 group has done shows how old students can make a real difference.”

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3 w. ago MTN Executive Urges African Graduates to Drive Technology Innovation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-executive-urges-african-graduates-to-drive-technology-innovation/MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Asante challenged African graduates to become technology creators rather than consumers during Accra Technical University’s graduation ceremony on December 5. Asante addressed 2,771 graduates at the 25th congregation ceremony themed Emerging Technologies: How Prepared is the ATU Graduate. He called for stronger partnerships between academia, government, and industry to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-executive-urges-african-graduates-to-drive-technology-innovation/

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3 w. ago Togbe Afede Salutes Farmers While Urging Revival of Agricultural Sectors

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/togbe-afede-salutes-farmers-while-urging-revival-of-agricultural-sectors/Togbe Afede XIV has paid powerful tribute to Ghanaian farmers while calling for stronger national commitment to revive key agricultural sectors during the 2025 National Farmers Day celebration held in Ho, Volta Region on Friday. The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, who chaired the 41st edition of the statutory event, was joined by chiefs, queens […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/togbe-afede-salutes-farmers-while-urging-revival-of-agricultural-sectors/

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3 w. ago Ga West MCE Rallies Support for Food Sovereignty as Municipality Marks 41st Farmers’ Day

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ga-west-mce-rallies-support-for-food-sovereignty-as-municipality-marks-41st-farmers-day/The Ga West Municipal Assembly on Friday marked the 41st Municipal Farmers’ Day celebration with a renewed call for agricultural modernization, food self-sufficiency and stronger community support for farmers, as the nation observes the 2025 National Farmers’ Day under the theme “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure the Future.” The event, held at Samsam, Manchie, brought […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ga-west-mce-rallies-support-for-food-sovereignty-as-municipality-marks-41st-farmers-day/

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3 w. ago Wa West Agric Director calls for stronger gov’t support after difficult farming year

The Wa West District Director of Food and Agriculture, Rashid Ibrahim, has appealed to the government to increase support for farmers after a challenging production year marked by erratic rainfall, rising input costs, and poor market prices.

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