17 h. ago Galamsey Fight: Court adjourns case of alleged assault on JoyNews crew to April 15, 2026

The Bekwai Circuit Court has adjourned to April 15, 2026, the case involving employees of Edelmetallum Resources Limited, who are standing trial for allegedly assaulting a JoyNews investigative team probing illegal mining activities at Manso Asumenya in the Ashanti Region. The adjournment on Monday, December 8, 2025, follows an appeal filed by the defence at […]

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17 h. ago Galamsey fight: Court adjourns case of assault on JoyNews crew to April 15, 2026

The Bekwai Circuit Court has adjourned to April 15, 2026, the case involving employees of Edelmetallum Resources Limited, who are standing trial for allegedly assaulting a JoyNews investigative team probing illegal mining activities at Manso Asumenya in the Ashanti Region.

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19 h. 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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21 h. ago KNUST launches Nkabom collaborative project to transform Ghana’s agri

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially launched the Nkabom Collaborative Project, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s agri-food and nutrition ecosystem. Speaking at the launch on Farmers’ Day, Mr Piere Brunache Jr., Director of the Nkabom Collaborative Secretariat at McGill University, Canada, described the project as a platform that will create thousands of jobs and support the development of small- and medium-sized enterprises.

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21 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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21 h. ago Peaceland school wins 2025 Jan Binder awards for promoting clean and green schools

Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting clean, green, and sustainable learning environments in basic schools across Ghana. The pledge came during the 2025 edition of the Jan Binder Awards, hosted in the Ashanti Region. “Maintaining a healthy and sustainable environment in schools is a critical step toward broader climate sustainability,” said Joyce OwusuDabo, Chief Programs Officer of Sinapi Aba, while encouraging schools to continue daily practices that link to the global fight against climate change.

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37 h. ago Bolt Food Ghana vows to boost employment as regulator commends its growth

Bolt Food Ghana says it remains committed to helping create jobs across the country, as it expands its services and recognises outstanding couriers. The company’s Country Manager, Ali Zaryab, reaffirmed this pledge in remarks about the platform’s growth and impact. “Our platform not only brings convenience to customers, but it also creates income opportunities for […]

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45 h. ago Let’s treat persons with disabilities right – GHS staff  urged

The Acting Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) Dr Caroline Reindorf Amissah, has advised staff of the Ghana Health Service to treat all clients right, with particular attention to persons with disability (PWDs).  

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47 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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3 d. ago FDA urges consumers to prioritise safety when purchasing products during festive season

The Ashanti Regional Head of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Nathaniel Nana Kwabena Nkrumah, has advised consumers to be extra vigilant when purchasing food, medicines, beverages, and other regulated products during the festive season.

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3 d. ago Ashanti regional minister drags Democracy Hub member to court over alleged galamsey remarks

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has initiated legal action against Wendell Nana Yaw Yeboah of the pressure group Democracy Hub, accusing him of making defamatory statements during a live radio interview that later spread widely on social media.

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4 d. ago DVLA opens two new offices in Ashanti Region to improve access to its services

Two newly commissioned Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Authority offices in Abuakwa and Bonwire are expected to significantly ease the pressure on service centers in Kumasi.

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4 d. ago Leveraging advisory services to bridge the SMEs funding gap in Ghana  

Introduction  Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are essential to Ghana’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering development.   According to the Ministry of Finance in 2024, SMEs make up about 92% of all businesses and contribute roughly 70% of national GDP, underscoring their central role in output, jobs, and livelihood. Between 2014 and 2024, the […]

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5 d. ago Kuapa Kokoo launches four major CSR projects to boost health and education in Ashanti communities

Kuapa Kokoo Farmers Union has intensified its commitment to improving the welfare of cocoa-growing communities with a rollout of four major corporate social responsibility projects across the Ashanti Region. Under its “Way To Go” initiative, funded by Lidl International and Fairtrade Germany, the farmers’ cooperative, which remains one of the few Ghanaian-owned cocoa-buying companies in an industry dominated by foreign firms, says these projects are designed to uplift the very communities that sustain its operations.

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5 d. ago FDA Ashanti region launches aggressive market surveillance to clamp down on unsafe products

The new Ashanti Regional Director of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Nathaniel Nana Kwabena Nkrumah, has announced sweeping reforms signaling a tougher and more visible regulatory presence in the markets. In an interview with Luv FM, Mr. Nkrumah said the Ashanti Regional FDA is entering a new era of heightened monitoring and rapid enforcement, aimed to flush out unsafe products, and tracking of non-compliant traders.

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5 d. ago GHS celebrates global recognition as Korea honors Acting Director

Ghana’s Health Service is praising what it calls a “milestone moment” for the country’s global health diplomacy after its Acting Director-General, Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, was awarded the Diplomatic Service Medal by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. The honor, presented during the 2025 Korea Development Cooperation Day in Seoul, recognizes Dr. Akoriyea’s decade-long work […]

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7 d. ago Man grabbed for allegedly shooting, robbing mobile money vendor 

Police from the Nkawie Divisional Command have arrested Kwabena Bioh, accused of shooting and robbing a mobile money vendor at Nkawie in the Ashanti Region. 

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7 d. ago NPC Ashanti launches regional campaign to promote positive masculinity among boys

The Ashanti Regional Secretariat of the National Population Council (NPC) has begun a new regional campaign aimed at reshaping how boys and young men understand power, respect, and responsibility. Officials say the initiative, rolled out in partnership with the Department of Gender and the Ghana AIDS Commission, is part of efforts to curb rising cases of gender-based violence and promote healthier behaviours among adolescent boys.

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7 d. ago Ashanti Region struggling to meet HIV targets as stigma blocks testing — Ghana AIDS Commission

The Ashanti Region is far from meeting national HIV testing targets as stigma and fear continue to keep thousands from knowing their status, according to the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC). Olivia Graham, the Ashanti Regional Technical Coordinator of the GAC, said the region’s biggest barrier is no longer access to testing but public attitudes towards the virus.

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7 d. ago Exhibitors score big , buyers celebrate as 2025 Republic Bank

The 2025 edition of the Republic Bank Luv FM Habitat Fair came to a close on Sunday at the Kumasi City Mall, concluding the four days of intriguing exhibitions, building industry expert engagements, and exclusive home deals that left participants satisfied. Sales boomed, and exciting discounts rained with huge deals brokered at the biggest housing fair in the Ashanti region.

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