12 h. ago African Leaders Demand Inclusive Governance at Continental Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-inclusive-governance-at-continental-summit/Political representatives from over 30 countries convened in Accra this week for the African Political Parties Summit, issuing a unified call for transformative inclusion in governance. The three-day gathering, which opened Tuesday, focused on redefining political parties to drive regional integration and equitable development. South Africa’s Special Envoy Jeff Radebe delivered a blistering critique of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-inclusive-governance-at-continental-summit/

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18 h. ago Ghana VP Calls for Democracy That Delivers “Food, Not Just Ballots”

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-vp-calls-for-democracy-that-delivers-food-not-just-ballots/Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang challenged African leaders to move beyond symbolic democracy, urging tangible reforms that transform citizens’ lives. Speaking at the African Political Parties Summit in Accra, she declared politics “empty” if divorced from real-world outcomes like food security, jobs, and healthcare. “Power must not fracture our societies,” she told delegates from 34 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-vp-calls-for-democracy-that-delivers-food-not-just-ballots/

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23 h. ago Political parties must do deep introspection and reflect on processed – Fifi Kwetey

Chief scribe of the ruling National Democratic Congress, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey has admonished African Political Parties and leaders to periodically self-introspect in order to come out with better leadership outcomes for the African continent. 

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28 h. ago IOM Backs 40 African Youth Leaders in Climate Migration Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iom-backs-40-african-youth-leaders-in-climate-migration-push/The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has chosen 40 young innovators from Africa to spearhead solutions for climate-linked migration. Selected from 2,000 applicants, these changemakers will drive the agency’s new Youth Capacity Enhancement Programme, targeting grassroots action across the continent. “Youth are already leading responses to climate migration—through advocacy, research, or community projects,” said IOM’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iom-backs-40-african-youth-leaders-in-climate-migration-push/

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41 h. ago Ghana to Host Africa’s Top Public Finance Gathering in November

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-host-africas-top-public-finance-gathering-in-november/Accra will welcome over 2,000 public finance leaders this November as Ghana secures hosting rights for the African Association of Accountant-Generals’ (AAAG) flagship conference. From November 24–28, the continent’s financial stewards will converge under the theme “Africa of Tomorrow: Positioning Public Finance Management for Economic Prosperity” – aiming to overhaul how governments manage public funds across Africa. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-host-africas-top-public-finance-gathering-in-november/

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51 h. ago Chowdeck Secures US$9M to Speed Up Nigeria and Ghana Expansion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chowdeck-secures-us9m-to-speed-up-nigeria-and-ghana-expansion/Chowdeck has raised $9 million in Series A funding to accelerate its growth across Nigeria and Ghana and launch a quick commerce service. The African food delivery leader aims to cut delivery times for groceries and essentials using dark stores and hyperlocal logistics, while expanding into underserved cities. Novastar Ventures led the equity round, joined […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chowdeck-secures-us9m-to-speed-up-nigeria-and-ghana-expansion/

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5 d. ago West African Leaders Gather To Refine Humanitarian Coordination Between Military And Civil Actors

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-leaders-gather-to-refine-humanitarian-coordination-between-military-and-civil-actors/The Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has commenced a four-day regional workshop to review the draft ECOWAS. Civil-Military Coordination Strategy for Humanitarian Action. The workshop, taking place from 5th to 8th August 2025 in Abuja, Nigeria, brings together technical experts from ECOWAS Member States, Centres […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-leaders-gather-to-refine-humanitarian-coordination-between-military-and-civil-actors/

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5 d. ago Backbase and African Banker launch landmark report on the future of digital banking in Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/backbase-and-african-banker-launch-landmark-report-on-the-future-of-digital-banking-in-africa/LONDON, United Kingdom, 8 August 2025-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Backbase, the global leader in Engagement Banking, in partnership with the African Banker magazine, has launched the inaugural report in the Africa Digital Banking Experience Series 2025, a timely publication that explores the transformation of banking across the continent in an age of hyper-personalisation, AI integration, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/backbase-and-african-banker-launch-landmark-report-on-the-future-of-digital-banking-in-africa/

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5 d. ago African Leaders Demand Fair Finance System to Slash Capital Costs

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-fair-finance-system-to-slash-capital-costs/African finance and development figures have unveiled urgent proposals to reduce the continent’s crippling cost of capital, branding current borrowing terms unsustainable. At the Financing Africa Forward Summit in Johannesburg, convened by Standard Bank, Africa Practice, and partners, leaders revealed African nations pay up to 500% more for market loans than multilateral financing. With debt […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-fair-finance-system-to-slash-capital-costs/

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6 d. ago Mahama Urges African Leaders to Treat Health Spending as Economic Investment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-urges-african-leaders-to-treat-health-spending-as-economic-investment/President John Mahama challenged African governments to fundamentally rethink healthcare financing, arguing it should be classified as capital investment, not consumption. Speaking at the Africa Health Sovereignty Summit in Accra, Mahama asserted that viewing health expenditure as an economic drain is outdated and counterproductive. He positioned robust health systems as essential drivers of productivity, social […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-urges-african-leaders-to-treat-health-spending-as-economic-investment/

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6 d. ago Africa’s Growth Revised Downward Amid External Shocks, Afreximbank Warns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-growth-revised-downward-amid-external-shocks-afreximbank-warns/Africa’s economic growth forecast for 2025 has been lowered to 3.9%, as global trade tensions, policy uncertainty, and capital costs intensify pressure on the continent. The African Export-Import Bank’s July 2025 report highlights slowing merchandise trade, elevated U.S. tariffs, and monetary divergence as key drags. Despite this, 21 African economies are still projected to exceed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-growth-revised-downward-amid-external-shocks-afreximbank-warns/

Events

7 d. ago Ghana Business Confidence Soars Despite Output Dip as Cedi Strengthens

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-confidence-soars-despite-output-dip-as-cedi-strengthens/Ghana’s private sector slashed selling prices at the second-fastest pace on record in July, capitalizing on a historic drop in purchase costs driven by the cedi’s sharp appreciation. The S&P Global Ghana Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) edged down to 50.2 from June’s 51.3, signaling near-stagnation and the weakest improvement in six months. Paradoxically, business optimism […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-confidence-soars-despite-output-dip-as-cedi-strengthens/

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7 d. ago Engen Ghana transitions to MISA Energy, reaffirms commitment to innovation and service excellence

Engen Ghana has officially rebranded as MISA Energy Ghana Limited, marking a bold step in its journey to become a distinctly African energy brand powered by Ghanaian leadership and guided by global standards. Speaking at the official launch in Accra, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Brent Nartey, said the rebrand signifies a renewed commitment to innovation, […]

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7 d. ago Burkina Faso ambassador honours Lil Win as Best Actor in Africa at ‘Captain Ibrahim Traore’ premiere

Kumasi’s SG Mall bustled with excitement as actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as Lil Win, was honoured as the ‘Best Actor in Africa’ by His Excellency David Kabré, Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana. The recognition was announced during the premiere of “Captain Ibrahim Traore (The Last African Hero),” a film chronicling the life of the Burkinabe revolutionary leader.

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8 d. ago Libyan Islamic Bank modernizes consumer banking services with Backbase

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/libyan-islamic-bank-modernizes-consumer-banking-services-with-backbase-2/Backbase and Libyan Islamic Bank go live with a seamless new platform, bringing digital-first banking to Libyan customers. TRIPOLI, Libya, 5 August 2025-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Backbase, the global leader in AI-powered banking technology, today announced the recent successful platform launch of Libyan Islamic Bank (LIB), one of the country’s fastest-growing financial institutions. This achievement represents […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/libyan-islamic-bank-modernizes-consumer-banking-services-with-backbase-2/

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8 d. ago AfPC President Urges Investment in Disability Sports Infrastructure Across Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afpc-president-urges-investment-in-disability-sports-infrastructure-across-africa/Samson Deen, President of the African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), has called on African governments and business leaders to dismantle barriers to inclusion by prioritizing investments in disability sports. During an official visit to Abeokuta, Nigeria, on July 31, Deen inspected facilities for the inaugural West Africa Para Games (September 2025) and rallied stakeholders to transform […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afpc-president-urges-investment-in-disability-sports-infrastructure-across-africa/

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8 d. ago Kennedy Agyapong Accuses NPP Leadership of Neglecting Grassroots

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kennedy-agyapong-accuses-npp-leadership-of-neglecting-grassroots/Former parliamentarian Kennedy Agyapong has launched a scathing critique against his own New Patriotic Party (NPP), alleging systematic neglect of its grassroots supporters. Speaking to Kwesi Pratt Jnr. on Pan African TV, Agyapong accused party leadership of abandoning loyal campaign workers after electoral victories. He stated that many dedicated members were denied job opportunities and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kennedy-agyapong-accuses-npp-leadership-of-neglecting-grassroots/

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9 d. ago Morocco emerging as a continental power under King Mohammed VI – AfDB President

Morocco is asserting itself as an emerging power in Africa, thanks to remarkable economic and social progress under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, according to African Development Bank (AfDB) president Akinwumi Adesina.

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3 w. ago West African leaders launch Executive Forum on Strategic Compliance

Demand Africa-centered governance models over western imports Africa can no longer wait to be included in the global governance conversation—it must now assert its place as a co-architect of governance systems that are ethical, contextually relevant, and future-ready. This was the prevailing message from the inaugural Executive Forum on Strategic Compliance in West Africa, convened […]

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