23 h. ago Australian pilot has conviction for murder of camper overturned on appeal

An Australian pilot has had his conviction for the murder of an elderly camper overturned on appeal and will face a retrial.

Events

45 h. ago Supreme Court upholds High Court order for NAM 1 to open defence

The Supreme Court has rejected an application by Nana Appiah Mensah, popularly known as NAM 1, seeking to overturn previous rulings of the High Court and Court of Appeal in his ongoing criminal proceedings.

Events

48 h. ago Government Seeks Private Investment to Rebuild Medical Diagnostics Infrastructure After Equipment Failures

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-private-investment-to-rebuild-medical-diagnostics-infrastructure-after-equipment-failures/Government is seeking private equity and development finance institutions to help rebuild its diagnostics and treatment infrastructure after years of equipment failures left major hospitals unable to deliver basic services. President John Dramani Mahama made the appeal at the World Health Expo Leaders Africa Summit in Accra on Tuesday, urging investors to co-finance the continent’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-private-investment-to-rebuild-medical-diagnostics-infrastructure-after-equipment-failures/

Politics

3 d. ago High Court ruling on Kpandai will stand unless overturned by Supreme Court

The Member of Parliament for Berekum West, Dickson Kyere-Duah, says the decision by Parliament to notify the Electoral Commission (EC) of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency is simply a constitutional requirement and will remain in force unless a higher court reverses the ruling. Speaking on the AM Show, he explained that the High Court’s decision ordering a re-run of the 2024 parliamentary election in Kpandai must be respected by all parties, including Parliament and the EC.

Events

3 d. 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 […]

Events

3 d. ago ICE Detains Nigerian Man Convicted of Cocaine Trafficking in Michigan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-detains-nigerian-man-convicted-of-cocaine-trafficking-in-michigan/United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement has detained a 67 year old Nigerian man convicted of cocaine trafficking at a processing facility in Baldwin, Michigan, according to a December 5 statement from the Department of Homeland Security. Aderemi Joe Akefe is being held at the ICE North Lake Processing Facility alongside other individuals with criminal […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-detains-nigerian-man-convicted-of-cocaine-trafficking-in-michigan/

Politics

3 d. ago EU Envoy Calls Ghana Partnership Indispensable Amid Sahel Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eu-envoy-calls-ghana-partnership-indispensable-amid-sahel-crisis/The European Union Special Representative for the Sahel has urged stronger cooperation between Ghana and the EU, describing the relationship as indispensable as violent extremism and political instability intensify across the Sahel region. João Cravinho said his three day mission to Ghana reinforced the EU’s conviction that Ghana is both a reliable and necessary partner […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eu-envoy-calls-ghana-partnership-indispensable-amid-sahel-crisis/

Events

4 d. ago Stanbic Bank Chief Calls for Parliament Approved Long Term Development Framework

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stanbic-bank-chief-calls-for-parliament-approved-long-term-development-framework/Kwamina Asomaning, Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Ghana and President of the Ghana Association of Banks, has called for a Parliament approved long term development framework to safeguard investor confidence and ensure continuity across political administrations. The banking executive made the appeal at the Stanbic Graphic Business Breakfast Meeting, emphasizing that predictability remains fundamental to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stanbic-bank-chief-calls-for-parliament-approved-long-term-development-framework/

Politics

4 d. ago Man found guilty of Australian beach murder after hiding in India for years

A former nurse has been found guilty of the high-profile murder of Toyah Cordingley, whose body was found on a popular tropical beach in Australia seven years ago.

Events

4 d. ago International Organization for Migration Seeks US$4.7 Billion for 2026 Operations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-organization-for-migration-seeks-us4-7-billion-for-2026-operations/The International Organization for Migration has announced funding requirements totaling 4.7 billion dollars to assist 41 million vulnerable people worldwide in 2026. The organization faces a 3.4 billion dollar gap after securing 1.3 billion dollars, with priorities focused on saving lives, addressing displacement and facilitating regular migration pathways. The Global Appeal 2026 represents a significant […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-organization-for-migration-seeks-us4-7-billion-for-2026-operations/

Economics

4 d. ago Former NAFCO CEO seeks High Court review of EOCO property freezing order

The former Chief Executive of the National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Abdul-Wahab Hanan, has asked the High Court to overturn a freezing order imposed on four of his properties by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO).

Society

5 d. ago Daddy Lumba Family to Appeal Court Ruling Over German Marriage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/daddy-lumba-family-to-appeal-court-ruling-over-german-marriage/The direct family of late highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh will pursue legal remedies following a court ruling that recognized both Akosua Serwaa and Priscilla Ofori as surviving wives of Daddy Lumba. In a press statement issued on December 6, 2025, the family expressed full respect for the judicial process but insisted portions of the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/daddy-lumba-family-to-appeal-court-ruling-over-german-marriage/

Events

5 d. ago Ghana Shippers Authority Urges Spare Parts Dealers to Lower Prices

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-shippers-authority-urges-spare-parts-dealers-to-lower-prices/The Ghana Shippers Authority has called on spare parts dealers to reduce prices following the cedi’s recent appreciation, saying consumers must benefit from ongoing economic improvements. Prof. Ransford Gyampo, Chief Executive Officer of the GSA, made the appeal during a courtesy visit by leaders of the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association to the Authority’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-shippers-authority-urges-spare-parts-dealers-to-lower-prices/

Economics

5 d. ago Convicted offender swallows vape battery to delay UK deportation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/convicted-offender-swallows-vape-battery-to-delay-uk-deportation/An Indian national convicted of child sexual offences attempted to obstruct his deportation from the United Kingdom by swallowing a vape battery before his scheduled removal flight. The High Court in London heard the incident was a calculated effort to secure hospital admission and avoid deportation. The man, identified in court only as Sharma, was […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/convicted-offender-swallows-vape-battery-to-delay-uk-deportation/

Politics

6 d. ago Judge sets key dates after video evidence hurdle in Nana Agradaa appeal case

The appeal case for fetish priestess-turned-evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa, progressed at the Amasaman High Court on December 4, 2025, after a brief technical delay threatened to stall the proceedings.

Events

7 d. ago Ghanaian PhD students in UK appeal directly to British PM over unpaid fees, stipends

A group of Ghanaian government-sponsored PhD students in the United Kingdom has made a direct appeal to British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, urging him to intervene in a protracted funding crisis that has left them facing deportation, homelessness, and academic withdrawal. In a petition dated 3rd December 2025, the students' executives revealed that despite promises of full tuition and monthly stipends from the Ghana Scholarships Secretariat (GSS), payments are in arrears by up to 48 months, plunging over 100 scholars into severe distress.

Politics

8 d. ago Ghana Scores Highly on Infrastructure Transparency Assessment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-scores-highly-on-infrastructure-transparency-assessment/Ghana achieved a national Infrastructure Transparency Index (ITI) score of 85.76 percent, marking a significant improvement of more than 14 points compared to the 2021 subnational pilot in the Western Region. The result places Ghana ahead of countries like Uganda and El Salvador while highlighting room for further progress when compared to global frontrunners. Minister […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-scores-highly-on-infrastructure-transparency-assessment/

Sport

8 d. ago Court sides with Adidas in appeal over Kanye West collaboration

Adidas has fended off an appeal from shareholders who accused it of hiding misconduct by rapper-entrepreneur Kanye West - otherwise known as Ye - before their partnership broke down in 2022.

Events

8 d. ago Meta starts kicking Australian children off Instagram and Facebook

Meta has started booting Australian children under 16 years off its Instagram, Facebook and Threads platforms, a week before an official teen social media ban begins.

Culture

8 d. ago PROTOA Dismisses Ex Convict Kofi Soga for 360k Theft & Misconducts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/protoa-dismisses-ex-convict-kofi-soga-for-360k-theft-misconducts/The National Executive Committee of the Progressive Transport Owners Association (PROTOA Ghana) has officially dismissed Mr. Joshua Kofi Soga—popularly known as French Man and formerly a member of Peace PROTOA, Koforidua Branch—from the Association. His dismissal has been in effect since 2021. This public announcement follows the conclusion of a long-standing legal dispute between PROTOA […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/protoa-dismisses-ex-convict-kofi-soga-for-360k-theft-misconducts/

Politics