9 h. ago AZ Alkmaar eyes partnership with Yorktown FC; club officials set for Ghana visit

Dutch giants AZ Alkmaar have invited the chief executive officer (CEO) of Division Two side Yorktown Football Club, Aruna Abdu, as part of partnership discussions.

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13 h. ago Approvals were secured for all procurement processes for our new HQ – BoG

Stephen Yankyera Amoh, a technical member of the team that accompanied the new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, to Parliament, has stated that all procurement processes for the construction of the new headquarters were duly approved. He disclosed this when the Governor appeared before Parliament to respond to questions regarding […]

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16 h. ago Richard Obeng Mensah: The initial failings of Ghana’s new Attorney

‘I know of no safe depository of the ultimate powers of the society but the people themselves; and if we think them not enlightened enough to exercise their control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from them but to inform their discretion’ – Thomas Jefferson. ‘Everything is permissible (allowable and lawful) for me; but not all things are helpful (good for me to do, expedient and profitable when considered with other things). Everything is lawful for me, but I will not become the slave of everything or be brought under its power’ – 1 Corinthians 6:12 (AMP). Dr. Basabasa: Good to see Prof. Nkwantabisa and Opanin Wisdom. I have a lot on my mind to discuss with both of you. President Mahama has now appointed 26 Ministers of State and 16 Regional Ministers, making it a total of 42 ministers. A number of deputy ministerial positions are yet to be approved by Parliament. Prof., what is your initial assessment of these ministers?

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21 h. ago Club Licensing Department approves five venues after latest re

The Ghana Football Association’s Club Licensing Department has approved five venues after their latest re-inspection ahead of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) resumption.

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28 h. ago Rotary Club commissions $13,000 WASH facility for Eremon SHTS

The Rotary Club’s intervention at Eremon Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in the Lawra Municipality has rescued female students from the dire situation of resorting to open defecation in nearby bushes due to the absence of proper toilet facilities. The lack of suitable sanitation facilities for both male and female students had made open defecation endemic in the school.

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52 h. ago GFA hands GHC 5.1M deal to Chief of Staff to procure buses in blatant conflict of interest

The room was filled with anticipation. Club administrators, coaches, and football enthusiasts had gathered in Kumasi for the Ghana Football Association's (GFA) Ordinary Congress in 2023. As the GFA President, Kurt Okraku, took the stage, his voice carried the weight of promise and change.

Economics

52 h. ago GFA hands GHC 5.1m bus deal to Chief of Staff in blatant conflict of interest, buses remain unregistered

The room was filled with anticipation. Club administrators, coaches, and football enthusiasts had gathered in Kumasi for the Ghana Football Association's (GFA) Ordinary Congress in 2023. As the GFA President, Kurt Okraku, took the stage, his voice carried the weight of promise and change.

Economics

55 h. ago Castel group to acquire 80.4% stake in Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC

Castel group has agreed to acquire Diageo’s 80.4% stake in Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC at a price of GH¢5.15 per share. The parties signed a share purchase agreement on January 28, 2025. The acquisition of Diageo’s stake is conditioned upon obtaining the approval of the ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA). In a circular from the […]

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61 h. ago Some details from National Economic Dialogue shocking – Dr Asuming

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Finance, University of Ghana Business School, Dr. Patrick Asuming has described some revelations from the ongoing National Economic Dialogue as "surprising and shocking."

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63 h. ago Ghana Manchester United Supporters’ Club partner Buz Stop Boys for clean up exercise and fun games

The supporters’ group will partner with Buz Stop Boys and Honeysuckle, aiming to make a meaningful impact off the pitch while celebrating their shared passion for football.

Sport

5 d. ago Students Loan Trust Fund disburses loans to over 9,400 applicants – Dr Saajida Shiraz

The Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr. Saajida Shiraz, has announced that her office has approved the disbursement of student loans to a total of 9,433 applicants across the country.

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5 d. ago Could Cannabis Replace Cocoa as Ghana’s Economic Engine? Industry Advocates Demand Policy Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/could-cannabis-replace-cocoa-as-ghanas-economic-engine-industry-advocates-demand-policy-overhaul/Ghana’s cannabis industry is poised for a transformative leap, with business leaders urging swift government action to position the country as a global player in the burgeoning market. The Chamber of Cannabis Industry, in a recent policy paper, has pressed authorities to accelerate regulatory frameworks and licensing processes, arguing that delays risk squandering a historic […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/could-cannabis-replace-cocoa-as-ghanas-economic-engine-industry-advocates-demand-policy-overhaul/

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6 d. ago Trump administration unveils bird flu plan as egg prices soar

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a $1bn (£792m) plan to help US farmers combat a raging bird flu epidemic that has required them to kill millions of chickens and pushed the cost of eggs to an all-time high.

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6 d. ago Ghana’s Controversial Family Values Bill Returns to Parliament Amid Swift Passage Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-controversial-family-values-bill-returns-to-parliament-amid-swift-passage-push/Ghana’s polarizing Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has been reintroduced to Parliament, reigniting a heated national debate as lawmakers signal plans to fast-track its approval. Backed by a coalition of religious leaders, traditional authorities, and advocacy groups, the bill — which seeks to codify conservative social norms into law — is poised to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-controversial-family-values-bill-returns-to-parliament-amid-swift-passage-push/

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6 d. ago Quamina MP enlists Ghanaian heavyweights + Nigerian superstar, YCEE for new album “Love in the Club”

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://newsghana.com.gh/quamina-mp-enlists-ghanaian-heavyweights-nigerian-superstar-ycee-for-new-album-love-in-the-club/Quamina MP’s debut album, “Love in the Club,” is out now! Released today, February 27, 2025, this highly anticipated album marks a significant milestone in Quamina MP’s musical journey since rising to fame in 2018. Stream or download “Love in the Club” across all major digital platforms here: https://tiememusicdistro.lnk.to/LoveInTheClub With three EPs, classic singles, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://newsghana.com.gh/quamina-mp-enlists-ghanaian-heavyweights-nigerian-superstar-ycee-for-new-album-love-in-the-club/

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6 d. ago Mahama applauds Parliament for speedy approval of his ministerial nominees

President John Dramani Mahama has extended his appreciation to Parliament for the swift vetting and confirmation of his ministerial nominees, describing the process as an exceptional milestone in Ghana’s Fourth Republic.

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6 d. ago World Cup 2026Q: Ghana vs Chad scheduled for March 21 at Accra Sports Stadium

The Black Stars will host Chad on matchday five of the qualifiers for the mundial at the Accra Sports Stadium. The venue continues to be the approved stadium for the team's games.

Sport

7 d. ago KNUST food research scientists find harmful banned substances in some tomato paste

Food Research Scientists at the Department of Food Science and Technology of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) have detected a harmful banned substance in some tomato pastes sold on the Ghanaian market.

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7 d. ago Republic Bank Ghana announces the appointment of new Board Chairman

Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has  announced the appointment of Mr. Jonathan Prince Cann as the new Board Chairman effective February 20, 2025, following the approval of the Bank of Ghana. Mr. Cann succeeds Mr. David Addo Ashong, who has diligently served in an acting capacity since August 2023. Profile of Jonathan Prince Cann Mr. Jonathan […]

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8 d. ago Appointment Committee approves ministerial nominees by consensus

The Deputy Appointment Committee Chair and Deputy Majority Leader, Kweku George Ricketts-Hagan, has announced that the ministerial nominees vetted on Monday, February 24 and Tuesday, February 25 have been approved by consensus.

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