2 h. ago Ministry of Defence withdraws military protection for ineligible civilians

The Ministry of Defence has withdrawn military protection from all civilians who are not legally entitled to such services, including certain public officials, former ministers, and businessmen.

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17 h. ago Nigeria declares public holiday to honour former leader who died aged 82

Nigeria's government has declared Tuesday a public holiday to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died aged 82, in a London clinic on Sunday after battling ill health for years.

Politics

18 h. ago DSTV, Market Power, and the urgent case for competition (Antitrust) Law Reset

In March 2025, MultiChoice Ghana, the operator of DSTV, raised its subscription prices, triggering public backlash. Soon after, the Ghanaian cedi appreciated significantly against the US dollar, gaining roughly a third of its value. Despite the change in exchange rate, DSTV did not adjust its prices downward. From basic economics, a firm with no competitive […]

Politics

18 h. ago New AI Skills Fellowship aims to train 10,000 Africans by the end of 2025

AI Skills Africa has unveiled an ambitious fellowship programme aiming to reshape the continent's economic landscape. The AI Skills Fellowship, launching its first cohort on 2 August, represents one of the largest AI education initiatives in Africa's history and a bold move to position Africa at the forefront of the global artificial intelligence revolution.

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19 h. ago Azumah Resources rejects political motive claims, confirms EBID talks started in 2023

In a carefully worded public statement, Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd has confirmed that the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) was engaged in discussions to support the Black Volta Gold Project as early as 2023 — a critical clarification that challenges ongoing claims that the financing was politically engineered following Ghana’s 2024 elections.

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20 h. ago Violence by Proxy in Annoh Dompreh’s Remarks and Hawa Koomson’s Actions

The fire that consumes your neighbour's house will eventually destroy your own. The violence and impunity that have surfaced in Ghana's key elections, by-elections, and reruns are a warning sign that the country's democracy is at a crossroads, and leaders and citizens must work together to create a more peaceful and just society. The violence against journalists during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun in Ghana is a serious concern about the growing risks faced by journalists in their quest to inform the public.

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20 h. ago PURC releases nationwide survey on Ghanaians’ views on electricity supply and pricing

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has published the findings of a new nationwide survey examining consumer preferences and perceptions of electricity supply and pricing in Ghana.

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21 h. ago Gov’t to start work on Independent Police Complaints Commission in 6 months – Muntaka

The Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has announced plans to establish an Independent Police Complaints Commission within the next six months as part of efforts to strengthen public confidence in the Ghana Police Service.

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22 h. ago Socrate Safo says he chose ‘Hot Fork’ title for marketing purposes

Ghanaian filmmaker Socrate Safo has explained that the controversial title of his 2010 film Hot Fork was a deliberate marketing strategy aimed at generating public interest and discussion.

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39 h. ago Kufuor demands respect and inclusion; laments marginalisation by NPP

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has broken his silence in what many are describing as a sobering critique of the party he once led to historic triumphs. In a rare public reflection, the elder statesman expressed disappointment over what he perceives as his marginalisation within the New Patriotic Party (NPP). “I’ve held my peace, but […]

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41 h. ago GIA boss debunks claim payment misconceptions as ‘Street Insurance Campaign’ educates public

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Insurers Association (GIA), Dr Kingsley Kwesi Kwabahson, has refuted widespread public perceptions that insurance companies are quick to collect premiums but reluctant to settle claims. Speaking during the climax of the 2025 Insurance Awareness Month activities, Dr Kwabahson revealed that insurance companies in Ghana collectively pay out as […]

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45 h. ago “Oil funds for ‘Big Push’ will be efficiently used,” Mahama assures

President John Dramani Mahama has assured members of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) that oil revenues earmarked for his proposed $10 billion “Big Push” infrastructure initiative will be efficiently disbursed and managed. 

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55 h. ago Mahama pledges accountability for $10 billion “Big Push” funded by oil revenue

President John Dramani Mahama has moved to assuage public concerns over the management of natural resource wealth, assuring that oil revenues earmarked for his ambitious $10 billion “Big Push” infrastructure initiative will be disbursed and managed with utmost efficiency and transparency. The President’s pledge came during a crucial courtesy call from members of the Public […]

Economics

60 h. ago Police reviews operational capacity to combat Cybercrime and emerging security threats

In recent years, Ghana has witnessed a surge in cyber-related offenses, as well as organized robbery syndicates, posing fresh challenges to national security and public safety. To address this, the Police Administration has initiated a comprehensive review of its operational capacity to effectively respond to rising sophisticated crimes such as cyber fraud, armed robbery, and […]

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65 h. ago Ghana’s John Mahama: ‘When the world is unpredictable, people head to gold’

With commodity markets driving the country's remarkable turnaround, President John Mahama says political reforms, debt restructuring and revitalising farming will keep the cedi rising. On the face of it, the barrage of upbeat reports on Ghana from the ratings agencies and the financial press point to a remarkable turnaround for a country that defaulted on its public debt three years ago.

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65 h. ago John Mahama: ‘When the world is unpredictable, people head to gold’

With commodity markets driving the country's remarkable turnaround, President John Mahama says political reforms, debt restructuring and revitalising farming will keep the cedi rising. On the face of it, the barrage of upbeat reports on Ghana from the ratings agencies and the financial press point to a remarkable turnaround for a country that defaulted on its public debt three years ago.

Politics

68 h. ago Bright Simons accuses ECOWAS Bank of misleading public in Black Volta Gold Deal

IMANI Africa Vice President Bright Simons has made startling allegations against the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID). He claimed the institution deliberately misled the public regarding the controversial Black Volta gold deal. The policy analyst made these claims during an appearance on JoyNews’ Newsfile program on Saturday. Simons highlighted what he finds as […]

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3 d. ago Flush the Crisis: Why Ghana can’t wait until 2103 to Fix the Toilet crisis

President John Dramani Mahama's declaration that "it is unacceptable that in 2025, open defecation persists in parts of Ghana" is a stark reminder of one of the country’s most persistent public health and development challenges. Speaking at the launch of Ghana's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), President Mahama called for a firm crackdown on building permits issued without toilet facilities, arguing that the country’s sanitation crisis is less about awareness and more about gaps in investment, enforcement, and community engagement.

Events

3 d. ago JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Administrative Officer, Receptionist at Onesta Ghana Limited

Job Advertisement Onesta Profile: Onesta Ghana Ltd. is an agro-industrial company specialising in oil palm development, processing, and trade facilitation. The company recently launched “Redgold Oil Palm Plantation (ROPP)”, a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at developing a sustainable, fully integrated oil palm value chain in Ghana to transform the country into a major player in […]

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4 d. ago ISSER Director urges private sector support for research dissemination

Professor Peter Quartey, Director of the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) at the University of Ghana, has called on industry players and private sector actors to actively support research and dissemination initiatives that can help shape public policy and foster inclusive national development. He pointed to the critical role of collaboration in translating research findings into actionable outcomes that improve lives and inform governance. Professor Quartey made the call during the launch in Accra of the 7th edition of Ghana Social Development Outlook (GSDO) 2024, one of ISSER’s flagship biennial publications, on Thursday.

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