5 h. ago KNUST Africa Health Collaborative’s SBS Programme marks third year of health start

Prof. Wilberforce Owusu-Ansah, Pillar Lead for Health Entrepreneurship at KNUST Africa Health Collaborative has urged students to pursue innovation-driven businesses that transform health outcomes. Speaking at the opening of the Sustainable Business Start-Ups (SBS) Training Programme, Prof. Owusu-Ansah said the initiative is designed to help students establish health-focused enterprises that deliver impact. “One of the […]

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5 h. ago South African Foreign Minister Confirms Ghana Visit Over DStv Dispute

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-foreign-minister-confirms-ghana-visit-over-dstv-dispute/South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola will visit Ghana this week to engage with relevant authorities over the escalating DStv subscription pricing dispute that has strained diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa Benjamin Quarshie confirmed that Lamola is willing to visit Ghana to engage with relevant bodies regarding the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-foreign-minister-confirms-ghana-visit-over-dstv-dispute/

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6 h. ago DSTv Row Threatens Ghana Diplomats’ New Investment Performance Targets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa Benjamin Quarshie warns that the escalating DSTv pricing dispute could undermine newly appointed envoys’ ability to meet ambitious Key Performance Indicators aimed at boosting foreign investment and trade. The concern emerges as Ghana has introduced its first-ever performance targets for diplomatic missions, with over 500 measurable benchmarks including securing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/

Events

10 h. ago ‘We must dismantle systemic barriers holding young women back’ – Plan International Ghana

The Country Director of Plan International Ghana, Mr. Constant Tchona, has urged bold and deliberate measures to ensure girls and young women are given equal opportunities to participate in political leadership at all levels of governance.

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11 h. ago CalBank marks 35th Anniversary with nationwide donation of academic book

CalBank PLC has marked its 35th anniversary with a major educational initiative, donating thousands of academic books and learning materials to under-resourced schools across nine regions of Ghana. The initiative, themed “Gift a Book, Change a Life”, was launched in line with the bank’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) agenda and held in commemoration of World […]

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12 h. ago Deadly doses: FRHab rehab centre appeals for support as recovery efforts strain

The fight against drug addiction is facing a major setback as under-resourced rehabilitation centers struggle to sustain their services.

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12 h. ago Made in Africa Expo to host AfriCanada Expo 2025 to forge economic alliances in Edmonton

The Made in Africa Expo Canada has announced it will host the inaugural AfriCanada Expo 2025 in Edmonton, a landmark event designed to serve as a premier platform for fostering cross-continental trade, innovation, and investment.

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12 h. ago Made in Africa Expo Canada President Ibrahim Issah appointed to Vanuatu Trade Commission in Ghana

In a move set to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the Pacific and West Africa, the Made in Africa Expo Canada has announced the appointment of its President, Ibrahim Issah, as the Youth, Innovation & Education Liaison to the Vanuatu Trade Commission in Ghana.

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13 h. ago South African Foreign Affairs Minister to visit Ghana as DStv price standoff escalates

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations is expected to arrive in Ghana this week as diplomatic efforts intensify to resolve the ongoing standoff between Communications Ministry and MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv.

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14 h. ago United Nigeria Airlines and Southwest Airlines seal agreement for 737

United Nigeria Airlines, one of Africa’s fastest-growing carriers, today announced the signing of a landmark aircraft sale and purchase agreement with Southwest Airlines for the delivery of six Boeing 737-800 aircraft. This strategic acquisition and fleet expansion marks a new phase in United Nigeria Airlines’ strategic plan and growth. The Boeing 737-800, renowned for its […]

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14 h. ago Building homegrown instant payment systems to drive financial inclusion in Africa

Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, marked by rising mobile phone adoption even in remote regions, rapid fintech innovation, and the steady growth of digital public infrastructure such as interoperable payment systems and digital ID frameworks. These trends are laying a critical foundation for inclusive economic growth.  Yet, a staggering 400 million Africans remain financially […]

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15 h. ago Let’s make lives of fraudsters difficult; we need collaboration to deal with banking fraud – Deloitte Africa Risk Partner

“We really need to think outside the box in terms of how we interact with technology as banks, and how we educate the public, as it were, to be able to interact with technology safely, and be aware of problems that exist. I talked about phishing, but there's also a simple thing that banks across the continent seem to do, which is voice authentication”, he mentioned.

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15 h. ago Telecom, Fintech Leaders Agitate for Strategic Partnership and Inclusive Policies at WATISE 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecom-fintech-leaders-agitate-for-strategic-partnership-and-inclusive-policies-at-watise-2025/The 2025 edition of the West Africa Telecommunications Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (WATISE) has ended in Lagos with a strong call for governments, regulators, and industry players to deepen collaboration, protect telecom infrastructure, and prioritise inclusive digital access across the region. The event, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Lagos, brought together critical stakeholders from […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecom-fintech-leaders-agitate-for-strategic-partnership-and-inclusive-policies-at-watise-2025/

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15 h. ago Journalist Warns Mahama of Legacy Risk Over Corruption Deals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/journalist-warns-mahama-of-legacy-risk-over-corruption-deals/Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has cautioned President John Dramani Mahama to act decisively against alleged backdoor deals involving senior NDC officials, warning that failure to address the issue could become his administration’s first major scandal. The warning comes after NDC General Secretary Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey revealed at the 5th Annual General Conference of NDC […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/journalist-warns-mahama-of-legacy-risk-over-corruption-deals/

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16 h. ago The irony and suspense in the suspension and removal of Ghana’s Chief Justice

‘I know your deeds, that you are neither cold (invigorating, refreshing) nor hot (healing, therapeutic); I wish that you were cold or hot. So because you are lukewarm (spiritually useless), and neither hot nor cold, I vomit you out of my mouth [rejecting you with disgust]’ – Revelation 3:15-16 (AMP). Ghana is a country of many ironies and suspense. Some of the country’s political leaders are swift to execute matters that serve their interests. They, however, drag their feet when it comes to national issues that would serve Ghana’s interests. The country’s major political parties often criticise the shortcomings of some state institutions when they are in opposition, but only turn around to praise every action and inaction of these institutions when they are in government.  Besides, a governing party usually does the very thing it used to criticise when in opposition. A number of leaders in Ghana preach virtues but tend to practise vices. Furthermore, the perspectives of some leaders...

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17 h. ago Aavishkaar Capital’s Global Supply Chain Support Fund (GSCSF) Supports the Horizon Group Africa with USD 5 Million Loan to Scale Operations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/aavishkaar-capitals-global-supply-chain-support-fund-gscsf-supports-the-horizon-group-africa-with-usd-5-million-loan-to-scale-operations/This is the fourth investment in Africa from Aavishkaar Capital’s USD 250 million GSC Support Fund Aavishkaar Capital, a company of the Aavishkaar Group known for its entrepreneurship-led approach to impact-driven business growth, has announced its fourth investment in Africa in collaboration with KfW, the German state-owned investment and development bank. The investment has been […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/aavishkaar-capitals-global-supply-chain-support-fund-gscsf-supports-the-horizon-group-africa-with-usd-5-million-loan-to-scale-operations/

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17 h. ago EdTech Mondays: The Role of Parents: Supporting Children’s Digital Learning

The August edition of EdTech Mondays spotlighted one of the most urgent and often overlooked issues in Ghana’s education technology journey: the role of parents in shaping and safeguarding their children’s digital learning experiences. Moderated by Bernard Avle and aired live on Citi 97.3FM and MEST Africa’s digital platforms, the conversation featured an all-women panel […]

Society

17 h. ago MTN Chief Champions Digital Skills Push as Africa Subscriber Base Nears 300 Million

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-chief-champions-digital-skills-push-as-africa-subscriber-base-nears-300-million/MTN Group’s chief executive has called for stronger regulatory frameworks and enhanced cyber resilience across Africa, as the telecommunications giant reported subscriber growth approaching 300 million users continent-wide. Ralph Mupita emphasized youth digital skills development during his latest Ghana visit, positioning education and cybersecurity as critical foundations for Africa’s technological advancement. Speaking at the Bright […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-chief-champions-digital-skills-push-as-africa-subscriber-base-nears-300-million/

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17 h. ago Africa Reframes Climate Migration as Opportunity at Major Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-reframes-climate-migration-as-opportunity-at-major-summit/African leaders and migration experts are challenging the narrative around climate displacement, positioning human mobility as a powerful tool for resilience rather than merely a crisis to manage, as more than 25,000 delegates gather in Ethiopia for the continent’s largest climate summit. The International Organization for Migration is spearheading this perspective shift at the Second […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-reframes-climate-migration-as-opportunity-at-major-summit/

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17 h. ago Ghana’s Diaspora Affairs Office, Nigeria’s Presidential Economic Advisory Council laud AfriCanada Expo 2025

The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council of Nigeria have endorsed the upcoming AfriCanada Expo 2025 to be held from October 17–19, 2025 at Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The endorsement places both Ghana and Nigeria at the centre of Africa–Canada trade, investment, and education relations. […]

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