3 h. ago Constitutional Review Committee Proposes Scrapping Fixed Academic Retirement Age

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-scrapping-fixed-academic-retirement-age/The Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) is proposing removal of the compulsory retirement age of 60 years from the 1992 Constitution, with its chairman arguing that current arrangements force productive academics out of universities prematurely. Professor H Kwasi Prempeh, speaking December 27 during a TV3 interview with Kemmini Amanor, questioned why university lecturers must retire five […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-scrapping-fixed-academic-retirement-age/

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8 h. ago Creative Canvas 2025: Black Sherif — The cultural storyteller

In every creative year, there are artists who dominate charts and others who dominate conversation. Then there are those whose work quietly does something more enduring: it captures feeling, reflects collective experience, and turns personal truth into cultural memory. For Black Sherif, 2025 was defined by that kind of resonance.

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13 h. ago Mr Eazi Pledges Two Million Dollars for Event Venues in Accra

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mr-eazi-pledges-two-million-dollars-for-event-venues-in-accra/Nigerian musician and businessman Mr Eazi has announced his intention to build an indoor and outdoor event centre in Ghana, with the project’s future hinging on the provision of land by tourism authorities. The artist made the declaration while performing at Detty Rave in Accra on December 28, 2025. He challenged Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mr-eazi-pledges-two-million-dollars-for-event-venues-in-accra/

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29 h. ago Kojo Antwi thrills fans with regal entry, marathon performance at ‘Antwified’ concert

Legendary Ghanaian musician, Kojo Antwi on Wednesday, December 24, delivered an unforgettable musical experience at his much-anticipated concert dubbed ‘Antwified’, held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).

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29 h. ago ‘Christmas babies’ in Volta and Oti regions receive MTN hampers as network expansion project begins

Sixty babies born on Christmas Day have received baby hampers from MTN Ghana as part of the company’s annual Christmas Baby Hamper initiative in the Volta and Oti Regions, bringing joy and support to mothers delivering during the festive season.

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31 h. ago Source of GOLDBOD’s trading funds questioned amid reported $214m loss

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr George Domfeh, has questioned the source of trading funds for GOLDBOD.

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32 h. ago KNUST College of Engineering deepens industry partnerships to drive innovation and national development

The College of Engineering at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi is intensifying collaboration with industry partners to accelerate innovation, strengthen engineering education and deliver practical solutions to Ghana’s development challenges. The renewed push was outlined at the College of Engineering and Industry Symposium held at Kwawu-Nkwatia in the Eastern Region of Ghana under the theme “Engineering Partnerships for Sustainable Innovation and Development,” which brought together academics, industry leaders and policymakers to explore long-term collaboration models.

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50 h. ago Dave Bishop outlines vision as he seeks Ghana Boxing Federation executive board position

Boxing administrator Dave Bishop has officially begun campaigning for a seat on the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) Executive Board, promising reforms aimed at strengthening athlete development and expanding opportunities for Ghanaian boxers. In a statement announcing his bid, Mr Bishop said his decision to contest is driven by a belief in boxing’s ability to unite communities and empower young athletes across the country. “I believe in the power of boxing to unite and empower athletes across the nation. Together, we can build a stronger and more competitive boxing community,” he said.

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53 h. ago 2025/26 GPL: Hearts of Oak climb second with win over Samartex

Hearts of Oak climbed to second place in the Premier League standings after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Samartex 1996 at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday evening.

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55 h. ago Gov’t targets 99.9% electricity access by 2030 as Awurahae, Sapor get power after decades

Government has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving near-universal access to electricity, pledging to raise the national access rate from the current 89.03 per cent to about 99.9 per cent by 2030.

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61 h. ago Govt targets 99.9% electricity access by 2030 as Awurahae, Sapor Get Power

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-targets-99-9-electricity-access-by-2030-as-awurahae-sapor-get-power/Government has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving near-universal access to electricity, pledging to raise the national access rate from the current 89.03 per cent to about 99.9 per cent by 2030. Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan Mensah, said the goal is central to accelerating socio-economic development, particularly in underserved communities. “Government […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-targets-99-9-electricity-access-by-2030-as-awurahae-sapor-get-power/

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61 h. ago Deputy Finance Minister powers Awurahae, Sapor, pledges roads and 24 hour market.

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/The Deputy Minister for Finance and MP for Asuogyaman, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has commissioned a 2.4-kilometre electricity network extension connecting the communities of Awurahae and Sapor to the national grid, ending decades of life without power for residents located just a few kilometres from the Akosombo Hydropower Dam. Commissioning the project on Christmas Day, December […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/

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62 h. ago “Let Purpose, Not Pleasure, Lead This Season” – Dr. Osei Kwame Boakye

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/let-purpose-not-pleasure-lead-this-season-dr-osei-kwame-boakye/As Ghana and the global community usher in the warmth of Christmas and look ahead to a hopeful New Year, Dr. Osei Kwame Boakye, widely known as Kwame Despite, has issued a thoughtful and far reaching message of gratitude, responsibility, and faith one that reflects both his personal convictions and the corporate values of the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/let-purpose-not-pleasure-lead-this-season-dr-osei-kwame-boakye/

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3 d. ago Santasi–Ahodwo dualisation takes off; businesses given final eviction deadline

The construction of the Santasi-Ahodwo road dualisation project has finally begun. 

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3 d. ago NICKSETH recognised as Best Building & Civil Engineering Company of the Year 2024/2025 by GhCCI

NICKSETH Construction Company Ltd has been recognised by the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry (GhCCI) as the Best Building & Civil Engineering Company of the Year 2024/2025, in acknowledgement of its sustained excellence in project delivery, technical competence, and contribution to Ghana’s infrastructure development. The prestigious citation and award commend the company for its consistent […]

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4 d. ago CEO of NYA Osman Ayariga Spotlights Youth Empowerment in 2025 Year

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ceo-of-nya-osman-ayariga-spotlights-youth-empowerment-in-2025-year-end-remarks-christmas-message/Osman Abdulai Ayariga, Esq., Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority, has reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to inclusive youth development and leadership empowerment, citing landmark initiatives implemented in 2025. Delivering his year-end address, Mr. Ayariga announced the training of 1,000 young people in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity through expanded digital skills partnerships, equipping Ghanaian […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ceo-of-nya-osman-ayariga-spotlights-youth-empowerment-in-2025-year-end-remarks-christmas-message/

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4 d. ago Gov’t secures $30m Chinese grant for new university of science and technology in Damongo

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has allocated $30 million in grant funding from the Chinese government to begin construction of a new University of Science and Technology in Damongo. The disclosure was made during the inauguration of the Governing Councils of four Colleges of Education—Agogo Presbyterian Women’s […]

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4 d. ago Japan steps up support for Ghana’s rice value chain as challenges mount

Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ghana’s rice value chain and broader food security efforts, as concerns grow over the impact of illegal mining on rice-producing communities. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the UNIDO-backed Improving the Technology and Quality Control System for Higher-Value Addition in the Post-Harvest Processes of the Rice Value Chain (ITEQ-Rice) project, Japan’s Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Hiroshi Yoshimoto, described the initiative as a symbol of the long-standing partnership between the two countries.

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4 d. ago AfDB and Nedbank Sign Landmark Deal to Expand Housing Access and Trade Finance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afdb-and-nedbank-sign-landmark-deal-to-expand-housing-access-and-trade-finance/The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and Nedbank Group have signed a landmark deal to boost access to affordable housing in South Africa and strengthen trade across the continent. The financing package comprises two components: a ZAR 2.5 billion social bond investment in Nedbank Group Limited and a $60 million trade finance Risk Participation Agreement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afdb-and-nedbank-sign-landmark-deal-to-expand-housing-access-and-trade-finance/

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4 d. ago Man Accused of Murdering UKZN Student to Seek Bail in January

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/man-accused-of-murdering-ukzn-student-to-seek-bail-in-january/A South African man accused of murdering his 23 year old girlfriend and concealing her body in a suitcase made his first court appearance on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Umlazi Magistrates Court. Themba Xaba, 22, stands accused of killing Zinhle Mchunu, a University of KwaZulu Natal (UKZN) student from Ladysmith who was scheduled to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/man-accused-of-murdering-ukzn-student-to-seek-bail-in-january/

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