2 h. ago Africans must reclaim their dignity and history – Dr Ibn Chambas urges

African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, has urged Africans across the continent and in the diaspora to rise boldly in defence of their dignity, identity, and cultural heritage.

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5 h. ago Shooting at South African bar leaves 11 dead, including a young child, police say

At least 11 people were killed on Saturday, including a three-year-old boy, after gunshots were fired at an illegal bar in the South African city of Pretoria, police said.

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9 h. ago Wizkid shades Davido as his album emerges most streamed African album of 2025

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has taunted his colleague Davido after his album Morayo emerged as Apple Music’s most-streamed album of 2025 in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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11 h. ago The future is bright for African Rugby League referees – James Jones

International Rugby League lead match official educator James Jones has expressed confidence in the bright future of African referees on the international stage. Speaking in an interview during the closing ceremony of the 2025 Rugby League Tri-Nation Festival, Jones praised the officials’ progress and potential, noting that their development demonstrates the rising standards of match […]

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12 h. ago ECOWAS deploys standby force to Benin amid military takeover

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has announced the deployment of its Standby Force to the Republic of Benin, citing the need to uphold constitutional order and protect the country’s territorial integrity. The move follows an emergency meeting of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council at the level of Heads of State and […]

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22 h. ago Soldiers in Benin say they have seized power from President Talon

Soldiers in the West African nation of Benin have announced on national TV that they have ousted President Patrice Talon and seized power.

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22 h. ago Soldiers on Benin’s national television claim to have seized power

A group of soldiers on Benin's national television claimed to have seized power in the West African nation on Sunday, the latest threat to democratic norms in the unstable region.

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24 h. 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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24 h. ago Africa We Want Summit Highlights Technology and Trade for Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-we-want-summit-highlights-technology-and-trade-for-growth/The 2025 Africa We Want Summit convened entrepreneurs, policymakers and young innovators in Accra to discuss how technology, trade and entrepreneurship can accelerate the continent’s economic transformation through digitalisation and regional integration. Held at Mountville International University College, the summit focused on creating competitive African enterprises under the theme Unlocking Africa’s Market: Technology, Trade and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-we-want-summit-highlights-technology-and-trade-for-growth/

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37 h. ago WASSCE decline reveals deep gaps, there’s need to overhaul education system – Franklin Cudjoe

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, is urging a thorough reassessment of Ghana’s education framework in the wake of the significant slump in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, especially in Core Mathematics and Social Studies.

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38 h. ago President Mahama, Lordina support retired Assemblies of God pastors, widows with medical care and Christmas gifts

President John Dramani Mahama and the First Lady, Mrs Lordina Mahama, have sponsored free medical screening, treatment, and medical supplies for retired pastors, their spouses, and widows of pastors of the Assemblies of God, Ghana. In addition, Mrs Lordina Mahama presented each beneficiary with a Christmas hamper containing fabric, rice, oil, tin tomatoes, Indomie, and […]

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38 h. ago GTDC calls for synergy as its marketplace gains global traction

Ghana Tourism Marketplace (GTM), a digital tourism ecosystem developed by the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC), is gaining global traction.

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39 h. ago Absa Bank Ghana hosts event marking 16 Days of Activism campaign

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-bank-ghana-hosts-event-marking-16-days-of-activism-campaign/Absa Bank Ghana, in partnership with UN Women Ghana and the African Women Leaders Network, held an event under the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. The ceremony reinforced the urgent need to protect and empower women and girls across workplaces, homes and communities. The event took place at Absa Bank’s Head […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-bank-ghana-hosts-event-marking-16-days-of-activism-campaign/

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40 h. ago CPA slams PURC over 2026 tariff hikes, calls increase “unrealistic” and unfair to consumers

The Consumer Protection Agency (CPA) has sharply criticised the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) over its newly announced tariff adjustments, describing the decision as “unrealistic” and insensitive to the economic hardships facing Ghanaians. The PURC this week announced an upward review of utility tariffs effective 1 January 2026, with water tariffs set to rise by […]

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41 h. ago Ras Mubarak And Borderless Africa Tour: Progress, Purpose, Personality

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ras-mubarak-and-borderless-africa-tour-progress-purpose-personality/Abstract In August 2025, Ghanaian politician and Pan‑African advocate Ras Mubarak embarked on an unprecedented 163‑day, 40,000‑kilometre road expedition across 39 African countries. The initiative—known as the Trans Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign—seeks to accelerate the movement toward a visa‑free African continent by 2030. This report examines the progress of the tour to date, its […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ras-mubarak-and-borderless-africa-tour-progress-purpose-personality/

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43 h. ago Plan International reports major gains in water sanitation hygiene access for girls

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/plan-international-reports-major-gains-in-water-sanitation-hygiene-access-for-girls/Plan International Ghana has announced significant progress in improving water, sanitation and hygiene services across two municipalities, highlighting how expanded access is transforming the lives of children, especially girls. Speaking at the closeout ceremony of the Integrated Package for Sustainable Development Project, Country Director Constant Tchona underscored the essential role of WASH in empowering girls […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/plan-international-reports-major-gains-in-water-sanitation-hygiene-access-for-girls/

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44 h. ago African Development Bank Gains Berne Union Membership Status

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-development-bank-gains-berne-union-membership-status/The African Development Bank became the first multilateral development institution accepted as a Berne Union member, gaining direct access to an industry that deployed approximately 140 billion dollars in insurance capacity for emerging markets in 2024 as part of efforts to mobilize private capital for African infrastructure projects. The announcement came during the fourth annual […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-development-bank-gains-berne-union-membership-status/

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50 h. ago First Ladies unite in Accra to champion elimination of mother

Accra recently hosted a historic gathering of African First Ladies, marking a day of sisterhood, solidarity, and shared commitment to maternal and child health.

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56 h. ago Multimedia’s David Andoh selected among international journalists covering  PLANETech 2025 in Israel

In a historic moment for African journalism and climate-tech storytelling, Multimedia Group’s award-winning photojournalist David Andoh has been invited by the Embassy of the State of Israel in Ghana to join the global tech and innovation elite delegation to PLANETech Week 2025, which is expected to open on Sunday, December 7, in Israel.

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57 h. ago England are tough, but we can play against Ghana, Panama – Croatia coach reacts to World Cup draw

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic has described England as one of the “toughest opponents”, while expressing optimism of their chances against Ghana and Panama at next year’s World Cup. Croatia, bronze medallists at the last World Cup, were paired in Group L against 1966 winners England, African giants Ghana and lowly-rated Panama in Friday’s 2026 FIFA […]

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