6 h. ago Ghana champions youth skills with national dialogue and launch of TVET Week 2025

The Ghana TVET Service, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, today hosted a high-level national dialogue to mark World Youth Skills Day 2025 at the Accra Technical Training Institute (ATTI) Dome in Kokomlemle. The celebration was held under the theme: “Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digitalisation – The Role of Technology in Hands-On […]

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8 h. ago State funeral to be held for Joseph Kobina Ade Coker on August 1

President John Dramani Mahama, together with the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, and members of the Royal Adwenadze of the Korson family, have officially announced the passing of the former Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Joseph Kobina Ade Shino Coker.

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12 h. ago MEST Africa and Mastercard Foundation EdTech series gathers momentum

The June edition of EdTech Mondays featured another enriching conversation centered on the theme “Teachers in the Tech Era: Training Educators for Digital Success.” As always, Bernard Avle moderated the discussion, which was powered by MEST Africa in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. This month’s episode focused on one of the most critical players in […]

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12 h. ago COCOBOD, FAO launch Ghana Cocoa Monitor for sustainable cocoa production

As the world’s second-largest cocoa producer, Ghana plays a crucial role in the global cocoa industry. However, the sector faces complex, interconnected challenges, including climate change, child labour, deforestation, low farmer incomes, market volatility, unsustainable practices and more recently, illegal gold mining. To address these challenges, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), working in collaboration with […]

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13 h. ago Minority in Parliament label Mahama’s fuel allowance scrap as “settings” and PR gimmick

The Minority in Parliament has described President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to scrap fuel allowances and allocations for all political appointees as a populist move and “a PR gimmick.” President Mahama today, July 15, cancelled the payment and distribution of fuel to all political appointees as part of wider efforts to cut government spending and […]

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13 h. ago 3 Key areas where scrapped fuel allowance money will be invested

The government has outlined key sectors where funds saved from the recently scrapped free fuel allocation for political appointees will be reinvested. Speaking on JoyFM on Tuesday, July 15, Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Shamima Muslim detailed the administration’s commitment to channelling these savings into critical social and development programmes, reinforcing President Mahama’s “reform and reset agenda”. […]

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13 h. ago Ablekuma North rerun: Hawa Koomson admits using pepper spray in self

Former Awutu‑Senya East MP, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has broken her silence after deploying pepper spray during the tumultuous Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun last Friday, 11 July, stating her actions were a protective measure amid a life-threatening situation. The election day descended into disorder at the St Peter’s Methodist Church polling station, following reports of unidentified men overpowering […]

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14 h. ago 10 Key Takeaways from BoG Governor Dr Johnson Asiama’s address at the Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, on Tuesday, July 15, joined the Graphic Business/Stanbic Bank Breakfast Meeting where he spoke on a number of issues. Below are 10 takeaways from his address.

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14 h. ago Ghana Party in the Park: Albert Nii Amartey Armah hails 2025 edition as cultural masterpiece

Ghana Party in the Park 2025 has been hailed as one of the most memorable and culturally rich editions of the festival to date, following its successful staging on Saturday, 12th July, at Barnet Playing Fields in London.

Culture

14 h. ago Big Chef Junior S4: Judges step into the kitchen as final Four emerge ahead of grand finale

Tension, creativity, and celebration filled the Big Chef kitchen this past Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the competition reached a pivotal turning point the last stop before the highly anticipated grand finale. In an unexpected twist, it wasn’t the contestants who were first to cook. This time, the judges swapped roles, stepping behind the stove […]

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14 h. ago Volta Region leads Ghana’s next green industrial revolution with strategic Kenaf breakthrough

As Ghana intensifies its search for sustainable economic solutions, the Volta Region is boldly stepping forward with a strategic blueprint to revive and scale up the Kenaf industry—an ambitious agro-industrial initiative with the potential to transform local economies, generate millions in foreign exchange, and position Ghana as a hub for green manufacturing in West Africa.

Events

15 h. ago Delta named No. 1 American Red Cross corporate blood drive sponsor for eighth consecutive year 

Delta’s steadfast commitment to life-giving blood drives made the airline the No. 1 corporate blood drive sponsor of the American Red Cross for the eighth consecutive year, with employees, retirees and customers contributing a record 16,178 units of blood in fiscal year 2025 (FYE 6/30).     Giving blood is essential, and the need remains high as blood supply is […]

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16 h. ago Ghana and Mexico strengthen sports ties with landmark collaboration

The Ambassador of Mexico to Ghana, Norma Ang Sanchez, paid a courtesy visit to the National Sports Authority (NSA) boss, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, on Monday, July 14, 2025, to discuss a potential collaboration that could boost Ghana's sports sector and tourism industry.

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16 h. ago Photos: NSA Director General welcomes Ambassador of Mexico to Ghana

Mexico’s Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Norma Ang Sánchez, met with National Sports Authority (NSA) Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah on Monday, July 14, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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17 h. ago Gov’t begins payment of monthly allowances to Assembly Members

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs has commenced the payment of monthly allowances to all Assembly Members across the country. Each Assembly Member will receive GH₵1,300 per month, the Minister, Ahmed Ibrahim, announced at a press briefing on Monday, July 14. He explained that the initiative forms part of the government’s broader […]

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19 h. ago APL claims vindication following IMF’s revelation of BoG’s $1.4bn forex support

Governance think tank, the Africa Policy Lens, says it has been vindicated by a recent revelation by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the Bank of Ghana pumped in dollars to support the recent stability of the Cedi. The IMF, in its latest review of Ghana's programme, revealed that the Bank of Ghana released $1.4bn forex support to sustain the Cedi against the US dollar.

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20 h. ago Krobo youth group to stage protest over abandoned Somanya–Kpong road project

A Krobo-based youth and advocacy organisation, Kloma Hengme, has announced plans to stage a protest on Thursday, 24th July 2025, in response to what it describes as the prolonged neglect of the Somanya–Kpong Highway project.

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21 h. ago South Sudan joins African Paralympic family as IPC grants provisional membership

The Paralympic Movement in Africa has grown even stronger, with South Sudan officially welcomed as a new member of the African Paralympic community. The country’s National Paralympic Committee (NPC) has been granted provisional membership by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), effective 30 June 2025. This landmark development follows the formal approval of South Sudan’s application […]

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21 h. ago 2024 WAFCON: Banyana Banyana cruise into Knockout Stages with convincing win over Mali

CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations reigning champions, South Africa produced a dominant display to brush aside Mali 4–0 and seal top spot in Group C, securing their place in the knockout stages in style. Banyana Banyana started brightly and wasted no time in asserting their authority. Just five minutes in, Lebohang Ramalepe opened the […]

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24 h. ago NSA Director General graces Teqball National Club Championship, calls for corporate support

The Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Mr. Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, made a remarkable appearance at the National Club Championship organized by the Teqball Federation of Ghana on Saturday, 12th July 2025. The prestigious event, which brought together teqball enthusiasts, athletes, and stakeholders from across the country, was held at Accra Sports Stadium, […]

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