91 m. ago MTN FA CUP 2025/2026: Late Amidu strike sends Kotoko through to next round

Lower-division side Future Stars FC came within 18 minutes of producing a stunning upset before Asante Kotoko mounted a dramatic late comeback to win their FA Cup tie in Ejisu. The match, expected to be a routine outing for the defending champions, took an early twist when the home side struck first, putting Kotoko under […]

Events

3 h. ago Some Ghanaians express disappointment over MPs conduct in Paliament

Public frustration is swelling across the country as Ghanaians vent their disappointment over the latest scenes of disorder in Parliament, a development many citizens describe as disgraceful, undignified, and a betrayal of the nation’s democratic values.

Politics

6 h. ago NDC Kpandai PC files application for EC to be cited for contempt for failing to organise rerun

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for the Kpandai Constituency, Daniel Nsals Wakpal, has filed an application at the Tamale High Court seeking to have the Electoral Commission (EC) chair, Jean Mensa, cited for contempt for failing to organise a rerun of the parliamentary election in the constituency.

Politics

6 h. ago EC Confirms Vacant Kpandai Seat, Sets Fresh Parliamentary Poll for December 30

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ec-confirms-vacant-kpandai-seat-sets-fresh-parliamentary-poll-for-december-30/The Electoral Commission has officially declared Tuesday, 30th December 2025, as the date for a rerun of the Kpandai Constituency parliamentary election, following a series of legal and administrative confirmations. The decision was triggered by a Tamale High Court ruling on 24th November 2025 that nullified the previous election results and instructed the EC to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ec-confirms-vacant-kpandai-seat-sets-fresh-parliamentary-poll-for-december-30/

Politics

10 h. ago Parliament to revise all mineral royalties; lithium deal withdrawn in the interim – Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga says the government’s decision to withdraw the lithium mining agreement is part of a broader plan to overhaul Ghana’s mineral royalty regime and link it directly to world market prices. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mahama Ayariga explained that commodity prices have shifted significantly since the original agreement was brought before the House, making the fixed royalty structure outdated and unattractive for investors.

Politics

12 h. ago See the revised policy on mature students’ entry requirements into tertiary education institutions in Ghana

The policy on mature student's entry requirements into tertiary education institutions in Ghana has been revised by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC).

Society

13 h. ago Veep Unveils KGL Eve Medical Centre at KNUST to Transform Mental Healthcare delivery

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veep-unveils-kgl-eve-medical-centre-at-knust-to-transform-mental-healthcare-delivery/Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, yesterday inaugurated the KGL Eve Medical Centre, a state-of-the-art mental wellness facility at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, to transform mental healthcare delivery across northern Ghana. The multimillion-dollar purpose-built centre, commissioned in the presence of Her Royal Highness, Lady Julia Osei Tutu II, represents the first […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veep-unveils-kgl-eve-medical-centre-at-knust-to-transform-mental-healthcare-delivery/

Politics

14 h. ago Accra prepares for India–Ghana Business Conclave to deepen trade, investment ties

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/Ghanaian business leaders and Indian investors will come together on Thursday, December 11, as the High Commission of India in Accra teams up with the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCCI) to host the inaugural India–Ghana Business Conclave. The event, held under the theme “Expanding India–Ghana Business Synergies for Inclusive Growth,” — intends […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/

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15 h. ago Fidelity Bank Chief Outlines Ghana Investment Opportunities for 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-chief-outlines-ghana-investment-opportunities-for-2025/Julian Opuni, Managing Director of Fidelity Bank Ghana, has identified four critical growth sectors for strategic capital deployment as the country’s economy rebounds in 2025, according to an interview published in Global Investor magazine. Opuni outlined SMEs, agriculture, sustainable extractives and regional trade as key investment areas during the interview featured in the premier publication […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-chief-outlines-ghana-investment-opportunities-for-2025/

Politics

17 h. ago Ayariga defends clerk’s action in Kpandai saga, says Minority’s tactics ‘backfired’

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has defended the Clerk to Parliament over the controversial letter declaring the Kpandai seat vacant, insisting the Clerk acted strictly within the law. Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Tuesday, Mahama Ayariga said the Minority’s attempt to block debate in the chamber ultimately worked against their own interests. According to him, the law is clear that once a court orders a rerun of an election, the Clerk is mandated to notify the Electoral Commission (EC), unless a court order is in place to stay the judgment.

Events

19 h. ago One wrong move could distort the budget; labour, PURC must fix this – Pelpuo

Labour Minister Dr Rashid Pelpuo has urged the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) and organised labour to work closely to prevent any misstep that could destabilise the 2026 budget.

Politics

20 h. ago New water tariff only covers GWCL survival needs – PURC explains 15.92% approval decision

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) says the latest water tariff adjustment only covers the most basic survival needs of Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL).

Events

23 h. ago News Ghana Retracts Article Concerning MIIF CEO Justina Nelson

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/news-ghana-retracts-article-concerning-miif-ceo-justina-nelson/News Ghana formally retracts its 3 December 2025 article and apologises to Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) CEO Mrs. Justina Nelson for published allegations. News Ghana hereby fully retracts the article titled “Plot To Frame Former MIIF Executives Uncovered” which was published on 3 December 2025. The article contained serious allegations regarding Mrs. Justina Nelson, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/news-ghana-retracts-article-concerning-miif-ceo-justina-nelson/

Politics

24 h. ago World Bank Issues US$200 Million Bond for Ghana Clean Cooking Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/The World Bank priced a 200 million dollar Clean Cooking Outcome Bond on Thursday, December 5, 2025, aiming to distribute over 415,000 cleaner cookstoves to Ghanaian households and make clean cooking accessible to 1.3 million people. The six-year bond represents the first financing instrument linking investor returns to carbon credits generated under Article 6.2 of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/

Economics

25 h. ago ECOWAS Declares State of Emergency Across West Africa Following Coup Wave

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-declares-state-of-emergency-across-west-africa-following-coup-wave/The Economic Community of West African States declared a state of emergency across the region on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, as multiple coup attempts and unconstitutional government changes threaten democratic stability and collective security. ECOWAS Commission President Omar Alieu Touray announced the declaration during the 55th Ordinary Session of the Mediation and Security Council at […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-declares-state-of-emergency-across-west-africa-following-coup-wave/

Politics

28 h. ago Why the NDC’s reduced Lithium Royalty Rate proposal is “Strange and Legally Baseless” – Africa Policy Lens

The Africa Policy Lens (APL) has criticised the decision of the government to propose a reduction of Ghana’s royalty rate in the Barari DV lithium agreement from the previously agreed 10% to 5%. According to the APL, the previous administration, after Cabinet approval to review royalty rates for lithium and associated minerals, negotiated a 10% royalty rate with Barari DV Ghana Limited—an upward revision from the standard 5% applied in the broader mining sector.

Events

28 h. ago Ghana risks losing about US$630 million if government reduces lithium royalty rate from 10% to 5% – Africa Policy Lens warns

The Africa Policy Lens (APL) has warned that Ghana could lose significant revenue if the government proceeds with a proposal to reduce the agreed lithium royalty rate for Barari DV Ghana Limited from 10% to 5%. According to the APL, the previous government, after Cabinet approval to review royalty rates for lithium and associated minerals, reached an agreement with Barari DV Ghana Limited that set Ghana’s royalty at 10%—five percentage points higher than the standard rate applied in the broader mining sector.

Events

32 h. ago Parliament not clothed to declare Kpandai seat vacant – Kyei

Former Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has criticised Parliament’s decision to notify the Electoral Commission (EC) of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency, insisting that only a court has the constitutional mandate to declare a parliamentary seat vacant.

Politics

35 h. ago Minority demands immediate withdrawal of letter declaring Kpandai seat vacant

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh has called on Parliament to immediately withdraw the official letter notifying the Electoral Commission (EC) of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency, describing the action as unlawful and procedurally flawed. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Annoh-Dompreh insisted the letter—signed by the Clerk to Parliament on December 4, 2025—was issued in disregard of due process, especially since a motion for stay of execution is still pending in court.

Sport

36 h. ago Manhyia South MP accuses speaker of partisanship over Kpandai re

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has criticised Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin for what he describes as inconsistent and partisan handling of the Kpandai parliamentary re-run issue. Speaking on Joy Midday News, the MP questioned why the Speaker allowed the Clerk to notify the Electoral Commission (EC) of a vacancy despite a pending motion for stay of execution filed at the court. According to him, the Speaker’s position contradicts previous practice where legal processes were allowed to conclude before a vacancy was declared in similar cases.

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