1 hour ago Accra High Court dismisses application by Chairman Wontumi’s lawyers for further disclosures

The Accra High Court has thrown out an application by lawyers for the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, seeking additional disclosures from state prosecutors.

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1 hour ago Benin Government Thwarts Military Coup Attempt Against President Talon

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/benin-government-thwarts-military-coup-attempt-against-president-talon/Benin government forces successfully stopped a military coup attempt on Sunday, December 7, 2025, after soldiers briefly seized state television and declared President Patrice Talon removed from office. The incident began early Sunday morning when mutinous troops led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri stormed the national television station in Cotonou. The soldiers, calling themselves the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/benin-government-thwarts-military-coup-attempt-against-president-talon/

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1 hour ago Kempinski closes 10th Anniversary year with a festive tree lighting event

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra officially ushered in the festive season with its signature Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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3 h. ago AfDB Approves US$1.78 Billion Strategy for Namibia Economic Transformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afdb-approves-us1-78-billion-strategy-for-namibia-economic-transformation/The African Development Bank Group has approved a landmark $1.78 billion strategy to support Namibia’s economic transformation and job creation over the next five years. The Country Strategy Paper, endorsed by the Bank’s Board of Directors, will guide the institution’s support to the country from 2025 to 2030 and is aligned with Namibia’s Vision 2030, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afdb-approves-us1-78-billion-strategy-for-namibia-economic-transformation/

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3 h. ago New Book Highlights Gaps in Ghana Consumer and Competition Laws

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-book-highlights-gaps-in-ghana-consumer-and-competition-laws/A new book examining gaps in Ghana’s consumer and competition laws has been launched in Accra, raising renewed questions about why the country still lacks comprehensive legal framework to protect buyers and ensure fair market conduct. The book titled Consumer Rights and Justice in Ghana A Legal Compass was unveiled on the eve of World […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-book-highlights-gaps-in-ghana-consumer-and-competition-laws/

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3 h. ago Bank of Ghana to Issue Revised Cybersecurity Directive for Financial Institutions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-to-issue-revised-cybersecurity-directive-for-financial-institutions/The Bank of Ghana plans to issue a revised Cyber and Information Security Directive early next year, introducing tougher governance standards and expanding sector-wide monitoring systems as rising digital payments expose banks and fintechs to sophisticated attacks. Officials announced the measures at a cybersecurity summit in Accra, emphasizing the need to match regulatory frameworks with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-to-issue-revised-cybersecurity-directive-for-financial-institutions/

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3 h. ago Nigerian Entertainer Nasboi Plans Exit from Entertainment After Reaching Financial Target

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-entertainer-nasboi-plans-exit-from-entertainment-after-reaching-financial-target/Nigerian skitmaker and singer Nasiru Bolaji Lawal, popularly known as Nasboi, has sparked social media discussions after announcing plans to quit entertainment and slip into oblivion once he reaches a personal financial target. The content creator made the declaration in a recent post on X, emphasizing that wealth matters more to him than fame. Nasboi […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-entertainer-nasboi-plans-exit-from-entertainment-after-reaching-financial-target/

Events

4 h. ago Telecel Executive Calls for Academia Industry Partnership to Bridge Digital Inclusion Gap

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecel-executive-calls-for-academia-industry-partnership-to-bridge-digital-inclusion-gap/Telecom operators and research institutions must establish continuous exchange partnerships to develop solutions closing Africa’s digital inclusion gap, a Telecel Ghana executive told delegates at the Future of Digital Countries Africa Regional Summit in Accra. Tawa Bolarin, Director of Enterprise and Wholesale at Telecel Ghana, argued during a panel discussion that evidence led innovation remains […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecel-executive-calls-for-academia-industry-partnership-to-bridge-digital-inclusion-gap/

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4 h. ago Marketing Institute Urges Government Partnership to Strengthen Ghana’s National Brand Identity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/marketing-institute-urges-government-partnership-to-strengthen-ghanas-national-brand-identity/The Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana has called for enhanced government collaboration to build a competitive national identity, stating that economic transformation depends on strategic, data driven approaches to branding at the 34th President’s Ball in Accra. Michael Abbiw, President of CIMG, told members and guests that sustained national development requires defining and projecting a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/marketing-institute-urges-government-partnership-to-strengthen-ghanas-national-brand-identity/

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4 h. ago West Africa Advances Regional Power Grid Integration Following Historic Synchronisation Test

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-advances-regional-power-grid-integration-following-historic-synchronisation-test/Ghana’s Energy Minister has called for accelerated regional power integration at the 2025 West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit in Accra, citing successful grid synchronisation trials and economic benefits from deeper cooperation among member states. John Abdulai Jinapor told colleagues at the summit that West African nations must pursue full interconnection with urgency, warning that fragmented […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-advances-regional-power-grid-integration-following-historic-synchronisation-test/

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4 h. ago Dr. Catherine Kuupol Kuutor makes history as first woman mining personality of the year

Dr Catherine Kuupol Kuutor of Gold Fields Ghana Ltd has made history as the first woman to be named Mining Personality of the Year at the 11th Ghana Mining Industry Awards (GMIA). The accolade was announced at the awards ceremony held in Accra on Friday, December 5, which celebrated excellence under the theme “Celebrating Excellence in Mining: Creating Value Beyond Minerals.”

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5 h. ago Human rights lawyer demands justice for departed souls of El

A human rights lawyer has called for expeditious investigations into the death of the six young women at the El-Wak Sports Stadium military disaster in Accra.

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5 h. ago Prof Joshua Alabi clarifies position on GTEC’s description of SMC Doctorate Degrees

Prof Joshua Alabi, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has expressed serious concern over the recent position of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), describing doctorate degrees awarded by the Swiss Management Centre (SMC) as “fake.” He made these remarks in his response to receiving an honorary degree from UPSA […]

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15 h. ago Prof. Adei urges gov’t to back private universities as medical admissions hit crisis levels

Speaking at the 6th Congregation and 10th Anniversary celebration of the Accra College of Medicine, Prof. Adei revealed a troubling gap in medical admissions.

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19 h. ago CUTS raises concern over prolonged delay in consumer protection and competition law passage

A leading policy think tank, CUTS International Accra, has raised serious concerns about Ghana’s prolonged delay in passing a Consumer Protection Law and a Competition Law. The call was made at the launch of the book ‘Consumer Rights and Justice in Ghana: A Legal Compass’, authored by Francisca Kusi Appiah, Vice Dean of the UPSA […]

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20 h. ago GIMPA Law School Dean strengthens ties with International Justice Bodies on historic visit to The Hague

The Dean of the Law School of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Law School, Dr. Kwaku Agyeman-Budu, recently concluded a landmark visit to The Hague as part of the Ghanaian delegation attending the 24th Annual Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Alongside senior […]

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21 h. ago Doha Forum 2025: Mahama champions education as a pillar of justice and peace

President John Mahama has urged the global community to recognise education as a fundamental instrument for justice, social equity, and sustainable peace.

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21 h. ago Gospel Icon Maame Tiwaa of Yaw Sarpong Asomafo Dies After Brief Illness

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gospel-icon-maame-tiwaa-of-yaw-sarpong-asomafo-dies-after-brief-illness/Maame Tiwaa, the celebrated backing vocalist of legendary gospel group Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo, died in the early hours of Sunday, December 7, 2025, after a brief illness in Accra. The singer passed away Sunday morning, ending a remarkable career that spanned over four decades in Ghana’s gospel music industry. Born Mary Tiwaa, she became […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gospel-icon-maame-tiwaa-of-yaw-sarpong-asomafo-dies-after-brief-illness/

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21 h. ago George Asah Bekoe is the legitimate family head responsible for alienating Asare Kofi Asona Mensah Family Lands – Court declares

The Nsawam Circuit Court has declared that Abusuapanyin George Asah Bekoe, the Head of family for the Asare Kofi Asona Mensah family is the rightful person to alienate the family lands situate at Odomase, Kwadwo Fosu, Warabeba and Okanta near Nsawam in the Eastern Region.

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25 h. ago Family Health University graduates 318 healthcare professionals

Family Health University (FHU) has held its December 2025 graduation ceremony at the forecourt of the University in Accra, celebrating the achievements of 318 new healthcare professionals from its Medical School and School of Nursing and Midwifery.

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