3 h. ago Bole Bamboi MP demands probe into alleged abuses by security forces

Alhaji Yusif Sulemana, Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, has formally raised serious concerns regarding alleged abuses committed by security forces enforcing a curfew in Bole and surrounding areas.

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7 h. ago This Saturday on Newsfile: CJ removal, Gbinyiri crisis, and Akwatia by

This Saturday on Newsfile, Samson Lardy Anyenini and his panel take on three major issues shaking Ghana’s democracy and security.

Events

11 h. ago GJA to decentralise operations, brings flagship awards to Ashanti Region

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) is aiming to decentralise its operations in a more coordinated way, using regional leadership for effective governance.

Sport

14 h. ago Police assure maximum security for Tamale Central NDC primary

The Northern Regional Police Command has assured maximum security during the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in the Tamale Central Constituency.

Events

14 h. ago Cedi to weaken further amid elevated demand; one dollar equals GH¢13 at forex bureaus

“We expect further interbank weakness toward our fair value of GH¢12.2/US dollar ±0.5 as market correction continues amid tight FX supply and elevated FX demand”, IC Research, the research outfit of IC Securities, revealed.

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15 h. ago Victory in His Presence rocks Accra with global gospel stars

The Accra edition of Victory in His Presence came off on Sunday, 24th August 2025, at the ICGC Glorious Temple near Nungua Adogono Taxi Rank, drawing worshippers into a night of music, prayer and testimonies.

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20 h. ago Absa Group announces strategic executive leadership appointments and changes

Absa Group has announced a series of strategic executive leadership appointments and changes that reinforce its commitment to driving growth, innovation, and customer-centricity across its Pan-African operations.

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20 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Madagascar, Mali secure wins to blow Group I wide open

Madagascar and Mali revived their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying hopes on matchday seven, blowing Group I wide open with just three rounds left to play. Ghana began the round with a three-point cushion over nearest challengers Comoros and had the chance to double that gap. But a frustrating draw away to Chad allowed the […]

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22 h. ago Young man fatally stabbed in Ashanti New Town over chair dispute

A 20-year-old man, identified as Kwadwo Bright, has died after he was allegedly stabbed during a quarrel over a plastic chair at Ashanti New Town in the Manhyia South constituency of the Ashanti Region.

Events

28 h. ago Guyana’s President Ali Secures Second Term Amid Oil Wealth Debates

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/guyanas-president-ali-secures-second-term-amid-oil-wealth-debates/Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali has secured a decisive second five-year term after his People’s Progressive Party won eight of ten electoral districts in Monday’s general election, according to official results released by the Guyana Elections Commission. The PPP/C secured 242,498 votes, capturing majorities in Regions One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Six, Eight and Nine, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/guyanas-president-ali-secures-second-term-amid-oil-wealth-debates/

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28 h. ago Two women arrested over abusive statements against Mahama granted GH¢100K bail 

Two women who made abusive and offensive statements against President John Mahama concerning the August 6 helicopter crash have been granted bail. 

Events

29 h. ago Egypt Slashes Rates Amid Growth Surge as North Africa Attracts Major Investments

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egypt-slashes-rates-amid-growth-surge-as-north-africa-attracts-major-investments/Egypt’s central bank delivered its most aggressive monetary policy move of 2025, cutting interest rates by 200 basis points as economic growth exceeded expectations and regional neighbors secured major international investments. The Central Bank of Egypt reduced its overnight deposit rate to 22% and lending rate to 23% on August 28, marking the third rate […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egypt-slashes-rates-amid-growth-surge-as-north-africa-attracts-major-investments/

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30 h. ago TVET Graduates Shatter Employment Stigma in Ghana’s Ashanti Region

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tvet-graduates-shatter-employment-stigma-in-ghanas-ashanti-region/Technical and vocational education graduates in Ghana’s Ashanti Region are achieving a 55% employment rate while dramatically shifting public perceptions about skills-based training, according to a comprehensive new study challenging decades of educational prejudice. The findings, revealed in UNICEF’s “Skills Supply and Demand Side Assessment: A Situation Analysis of the Ashanti Region,” demonstrate that technical […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tvet-graduates-shatter-employment-stigma-in-ghanas-ashanti-region/

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30 h. ago Ghana Plans Tougher Cybercrime Laws After GH₵14.9 Million Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/Ghana lost GH₵14.9 million to cybercrime in the first half of 2025, prompting government commitments to strengthen cybersecurity regulations and improve digital accountability as internet adoption accelerates nationwide. Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations Minister Samuel Nartey George announced the losses during the launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month in Accra on Wednesday. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/

Events

30 h. ago Black Stars Qualification Campaign Drives Travel Industry Optimism

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/Ghana’s travel and tourism sector anticipates increased business demand if the Black Stars secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ghana currently leads Group I with 15 points, having won five matches and lost one in their qualifying campaign, positioning the team favorably for qualification to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/

Transport

30 h. ago Ghana Cybercrime Cases Surge to 2,008 as Losses Hit GH₵14.9 Million

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybercrime-cases-surge-to-2008-as-losses-hit-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million/Ghana faces an escalating cybercrime crisis with reported incidents jumping from 1,317 in the first half of 2024 to 2,008 during the same period this year, according to the Cyber Security Authority. The figures were released at the launch of the 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Month, showing online fraud accounted for 36% of cases, followed by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybercrime-cases-surge-to-2008-as-losses-hit-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million/

Events

32 h. ago International Gospel Stars Unite for Victory in His Presence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-gospel-stars-unite-for-victory-in-his-presence/The Victory in His Presence concert delivered a transformative night of worship and spiritual encounters, bringing together acclaimed gospel ministers from four nations at Accra’s ICGC Glorious Temple on August 24, 2025. VOV Family Entertainment organized the much-anticipated event near Nungua Adogono Taxi Rank, creating a unique blend of international and local gospel artistry that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-gospel-stars-unite-for-victory-in-his-presence/

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32 h. ago Gov’t is working to ease pressure on KATH – Ashanti regional Minister

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has assured that the government is implementing measures to reduce the growing pressure on the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH).

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33 h. ago World Peace Volunteers question heavy use of State resources in Akwatia by

The World Peace Volunteers (WPV), a civil society organisation with international standing, has expressed deep concern over what it describes as the excessive use of public resources during the recently concluded Akwatia by-election.

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36 h. ago Counting inflation wrong: When the math doesn’t add up in Ghana’s CPI report

The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has conducted a critical review of the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for August 2025. While the report is detailed and comprehensive, IERPP has identified several shortcomings that call into question its accuracy, neutrality, and clarity. These concerns raise important issues about the integrity of official statistics and their communication to policymakers and the public. The key findings are outlined below.

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