3 h. ago World Bank’s new outcome bond supports clean cooking initiative in Ghana

The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD has priced its latest outcome bond, a US$200 million Clean Cooking Outcome Bond maturing on 31st March 2032. The bond aims to make cleaner cooking accessible to more than one million people in Ghana. Under the terms of the bond, an amount equivalent to some […]

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3 h. ago Sister Sandy set to host Medikal’s BYK Concert at the Accra Sports Stadium

Adom TV’s vibrant presenter and award-winning master of ceremonies, Sister Sandy — affectionately known across Ghana as Sandy Bi Yɛ Guy — is gearing up to take center stage as the official host of Medikal’s BYK Concert on December 13, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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4 h. ago Explainer: Why electricity and water tariffs have surged to 9.86% and 15.92%, respectively

Ghana’s utility landscape entered a phase of steady and cumulative pricing adjustments in 2025, with the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) approving a combined 18.34% increase in electricity tariffsand 4.02% for water. These increments were spread across quarterly reviews.

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5 h. ago Mahama pushes for joint ventures with China to boost Ghana’s economy

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Chinese industries to deepen their engagement with Ghana by establishing strategic partnerships with local businesses to process raw materials within Ghana for direct export back to the Chinese market.

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5 h. ago Sekyere Rural Bank PLC increases profit by 246%, sets strategies to attain more

Sekyere Rural Bank PLC has commenced processes to increase its loan administration to improve profitability in subsequent years.

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6 h. ago We have players who can stand any challenge – John Painstil backs Ghana ahead of 2026 WC

Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has expressed strong confidence in Ghana’s ability to advance from the group stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite a challenging draw. Ghana has been placed in Group L alongside England, 2022 World Cup semifinalists Croatia, and Panama – a lineup many have described as one of the […]

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7 h. ago Parliament Opposition Slams Utility Tariff Hikes as Consumer Punishment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-opposition-slams-utility-tariff-hikes-as-consumer-punishment/Parliament’s Minority Caucus has demanded immediate withdrawal of new electricity and water tariff increases, describing them as unfair punishment for utility company failures. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced increases of 9.86 percent for electricity and 15.92 percent for water, effective January 1, 2026. George Kwame Aboagye, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Energy Committee, told […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-opposition-slams-utility-tariff-hikes-as-consumer-punishment/

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7 h. ago Ghanaians Reject Utility Tariff Increases Amid Mismanagement Claims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-reject-utility-tariff-increases-amid-mismanagement-claims/Ghanaians are pushing back against new utility tariff increases set to take effect January 1, 2026, arguing that consumers should not shoulder the burden of chronic inefficiencies at state utilities. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced electricity rates will rise by approximately 9.8 percent, while water tariffs will jump by about 15.9 percent. George […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-reject-utility-tariff-increases-amid-mismanagement-claims/

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7 h. ago We’ll resist any tariff increase that will erode the meagre 9% wage adjustment – TUC

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a strong warning to government, declaring that it will resist any utility tariff that will erode the meagre 9 percent wage adjustment secured for workers in 2026.

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7 h. ago Wall Street Rally Suffered After Fed Rate Cut Due to Two Key Factors

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wall-street-rally-suffered-after-fed-rate-cut-due-to-two-key-factors/Wall Street equities dropped nearly three percent immediately after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates on December 18, validating warnings from financial experts about profit taking and economic concerns undermining market momentum despite monetary easing. The decline followed the Federal Open Market Committee’s decision to reduce the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wall-street-rally-suffered-after-fed-rate-cut-due-to-two-key-factors/

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8 h. ago Suspend announced tariff increase and engage – TUC tells gov’t

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has called on government to immediately suspend the recently announced increases in electricity and water tariffs, insisting that the increments are unfair, untimely, and violate the principles of social partnership agreed between labour and the state.

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8 h. ago Zonda Tec CEO Yang Yang secures two prestigious GWM awards in Dubai

Yang Yang, Chief Executive Officer of Zonda Tec Ghana Ltd., has made history by securing two top accolades at the 2025 GWM Experience Awards held in Dubai, highlighting Ghana’s rising prominence in the West African automotive market.

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10 h. ago Reverse electricity and water tariff hike immediately – Minority descends on gov’t

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has issued a staunch demand for the government to immediately halt and reverse the recent increases in water and electricity tariffs, vowing to use every parliamentary tool to challenge the decision.

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10 h. ago Tariff hikes a sign of failed leadership, suspend it – Minority to gov’t

The parliamentary Minority has condemned the recent utility tariff increases, calling them a symptom of failed leadership and poor leadership choices.

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13 h. ago Nhyira FM’s Sokoban Fatilow leads community fitness walk and free medical screening

Kumasi-based sports presenter Sokoban Fatilow has mobilised hundreds of residents in the Sokoban township for a fitness walk and free medical screening, demonstrating how sports can be leveraged for community development. Speaking during the event, Fatilow emphasised the broader purpose behind the initiative. “As a sports broadcaster, I believe sports go beyond commentary; it is about driving impact, empowering lives, and ensuring our people stay strong and healthy,” he said.

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13 h. ago Food and Beverages Association Calls for Tariff Suspension Over Utility Mismanagement

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/food-and-beverages-association-calls-for-tariff-suspension-over-utility-mismanagement/The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has demanded immediate suspension of recent utility price increases, arguing that chronic inefficiency and financial waste at state utilities make the new charges unjustifiable. FABAG says consumers should not bear the burden of operational failures at the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Company Ltd. The Public […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/food-and-beverages-association-calls-for-tariff-suspension-over-utility-mismanagement/

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14 h. ago New Book Highlights Gaps in Ghana Consumer and Competition Laws

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-book-highlights-gaps-in-ghana-consumer-and-competition-laws/A new book examining gaps in Ghana’s consumer and competition laws has been launched in Accra, raising renewed questions about why the country still lacks comprehensive legal framework to protect buyers and ensure fair market conduct. The book titled Consumer Rights and Justice in Ghana A Legal Compass was unveiled on the eve of World […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-book-highlights-gaps-in-ghana-consumer-and-competition-laws/

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14 h. ago Investment Advisor Identifies Three Key Forces Shaping 2026 Global Market Outlook

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/investment-advisor-identifies-three-key-forces-shaping-2026-global-market-outlook/Global investors approaching 2026 face three structural forces grounded in observable economic reality rather than optimism alone, according to the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organizations on December 8. Nigel Green of deVere Group identified persistent global economic growth, the transition of artificial intelligence from hype to measurable returns, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/investment-advisor-identifies-three-key-forces-shaping-2026-global-market-outlook/

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14 h. ago Ghana Mining Royalties Surge 40% as Gold Sector Drives Revenue Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-royalties-surge-40-as-gold-sector-drives-revenue-growth/Ghana collected US$291.87 million in large-scale gold royalties through September 2025, marking strong revenue momentum across mining segments as regulatory compliance strengthens and investor confidence remains solid. The country’s mining revenue performance reached new highs in the first three quarters of 2025, with the Minerals Income Investment Fund reporting growth in all major mineral categories. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-royalties-surge-40-as-gold-sector-drives-revenue-growth/

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15 h. ago Ho Accommodation Shortage Signals Major Hotel Investment Opportunity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ho-accommodation-shortage-signals-major-hotel-investment-opportunity/Ho, the Volta Region capital, faces recurring accommodation shortages during major events, sending powerful signals to investors that the city desperately needs more hotel rooms as existing hospitality infrastructure consistently hits full capacity. The predictable pattern reveals a clear market gap. During peak periods, hotels and guesthouses reach 100 percent occupancy immediately, forcing hundreds of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ho-accommodation-shortage-signals-major-hotel-investment-opportunity/

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