68 m. ago Digital Watchdogs Trained to Shield Journalists from Online Abuse

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-watchdogs-trained-to-shield-journalists-from-online-abuse/iWatch Africa has launched a pioneering initiative to combat digital harassment targeting journalists, training a new monitoring team to track threats across Ghana’s social media landscape. The Online Safety Monitoring Programme equips participants with tools to document abuse in real time using DisinfoEye, a custom-built platform analyzing attacks on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Over […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-watchdogs-trained-to-shield-journalists-from-online-abuse/

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2 h. ago Kumasi Archbishop leads delegation to console Asantehene over Asantehemaa’s passing

Archbishop of Kumasi, Most Rev. Gabriel Justice Anokye, led a delegation to the Manhyia Palace on Wednesday, August 13, to pray for the Asantehene and to convey his sympathy message to the King, following the demise of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III. The delegation also visited the Asantehemaa’s court to officially convey their sympathies […]

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2 h. ago Ghana Holds Vigil for Helicopter Crash Victims in Western Region

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-holds-vigil-for-helicopter-crash-victims-in-western-region/A solemn candlelight vigil filled the streets of Sekondi Takoradi on Tuesday as the Western Regional Coordinating Council and the House of Chiefs honored eight lives lost in last week’s Adansi Obuasi helicopter crash. Hundreds gathered—residents, security personnel, and community leaders—united in grief during a procession that underscored the tragedy’s deep impact across Ghana. Western […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-holds-vigil-for-helicopter-crash-victims-in-western-region/

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5 h. ago Asante Queen Mother’s Death Silences the Heartbeat of a Kingdom

The passing of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, the Asantehemaa, is not just the end of a long life but a profound seismic moment of transition for the Asante Kingdom and the Republic of Ghana. Her death at 98 years old, after a reign marked by grace and wisdom, highlights the enduring power and relevance of traditional institutions in a rapidly changing world. The sorrow expressed is not just for a Queen Mother, but for a mother of the nation, a figure whose counsel and character touched lives far beyond the walls of Manhyia Palace. It is important to note that while the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, officially announced her death to the Asanteman Traditional Council on Monday, August 11, 2025, she had passed away four days earlier, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. This customary delay between the passing of a royal and the public announcement allows for the observation of specific traditional rites and protocols that precede such a significant public declaration.

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6 h. ago ABSA, Republic Bank Offer Ghana’s Cheapest SME Loans as Rate Gap Widens

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-republic-bank-offer-ghanas-cheapest-sme-loans-as-rate-gap-widens/Ghanaian SMEs face dramatically different borrowing costs depending on their bank choice, new Central Bank data reveals. ABSA, Republic Bank, and Bank of Africa emerged as the most affordable lenders in June 2025, while others charged over double their rates—potentially crippling small businesses. The Bank of Ghana’s annualised percentage rate (APR) report, measuring true loan […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-republic-bank-offer-ghanas-cheapest-sme-loans-as-rate-gap-widens/

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8 h. ago Hackers Expose North Korean Spy’s Data in Unprecedented Espionage Leak

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hackers-expose-north-korean-spys-data-in-unprecedented-espionage-leak/Hackers infiltrated a North Korean operative’s computer, leaking files they claim reveal rare insights into state-backed cyber-espionage. Identified only as “Kim,” the target allegedly belongs to Kimsuky a hacking unit also known as APT43 or Thallium accused of targeting journalists, governments, and financial institutions worldwide. Saber and cyb0rg, the hackers behind the breach, detailed their […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hackers-expose-north-korean-spys-data-in-unprecedented-espionage-leak/

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9 h. ago Brendan Wiredu scores first Plymouth goal in EFL Cup win over QPR

The central defender was handed his second start of the season following his move this summer as they faced QPR in the EFL Cup.

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20 h. ago Saltpond homecoming festival launched, calls for unity to rebuild the community

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/saltpond-homecoming-festival-launched-calls-for-unity-to-rebuild-the-community/The Mfantseman-Saltpond Development Alliance (MSDA) has launched its first Saltpond Homecoming with a call on all natives, particularly the youth, to unite for sustainable development. The weeklong event, packed with activities, will conclude with a grand durbar on Saturday, August 30, 2025, under the theme “Reuniting Our Roots, Reimagining the Future.” Activities will include a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/saltpond-homecoming-festival-launched-calls-for-unity-to-rebuild-the-community/

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23 h. ago Telecel Winners’ Disbelief Turns to Joy as GH¢20k Prizes Land

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/how-telecel-2moorch-money-promo-winners-react-to-gh%c2%a220000-wins/Skepticism gave way to screams and frantic verification when two ordinary Ghanaians won life-changing sums in Telecel’s 2Moorch Money promo. For Paul Owusu, a Tema Port clearing agent, the GH¢20,000 call seemed like a scam. “I wasn’t interested how could I win?” he recalled. His disbelief sparked a forensic mission: texting fraud lines, calling helplines, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/how-telecel-2moorch-money-promo-winners-react-to-gh%c2%a220000-wins/

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25 h. ago GPL Unveils Record GH₵2m Winner’s Prize in Groundbreaking Revamp

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gpl-unveils-record-gh%e2%82%b52m-winners-prize-in-groundbreaking-revamp/Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku announced a transformative funding model for the 2025/26 Premier League season, headlined by a record GH₵2 million prize for champions. The landmark decision, revealed at the GFA’s Ordinary Congress in Prampram, dramatically overhauls club financing—with every top-flight team guaranteed GHC 1 million upfront before kickoff. Winners will receive the GH₵2 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gpl-unveils-record-gh%e2%82%b52m-winners-prize-in-groundbreaking-revamp/

Events

25 h. ago Kotoko’s Title Hopes Derailed by Devastating Fan Loss, Says Former Columnist

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kotokos-title-hopes-derailed-by-devastating-fan-loss-says-former-columnist/Former Kotoko Express writer Kojo Addae Mensah believes Asante Kotoko’s failure to win last season’s Ghana Premier League stemmed from the emotional toll of superfan “Pooley”’s death. The Porcupine Warriors led the campaign early but faltered after the tragedy. “Pooley obviously derailed us,” Mensah stated on Radio Univers. “We were on track until that unfortunate […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kotokos-title-hopes-derailed-by-devastating-fan-loss-says-former-columnist/

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26 h. ago Royal Council Petitions IGP, Demands Overhaul of Accra Regional Police Command Over Alleged Unlawful Palace Raid

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Boadi Dickson, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/royal-council-petitions-igp-demands-overhaul-of-accra-regional-police-command-over-alleged-unlawful-palace-raid/  The Chairman of the Abola Piam Royal Council, Nii Ayitey Anumle Oyanka, has filed a formal petition to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) over what he describes as a “frightening and unlawful assault” on his palace by armed officers believed to have acted without proper authorisation. The petition, lodged with the Police Intelligence and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Boadi Dickson, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/royal-council-petitions-igp-demands-overhaul-of-accra-regional-police-command-over-alleged-unlawful-palace-raid/

Politics

26 h. ago MTN Ghana Donates GH¢20,000 to Support 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a donation of GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers to support the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival in the Volta Region. The presentation, held at a brief but colourful ceremony, was led by Mawuli Katehena, Sales and Distribution Team […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/

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29 h. ago Fear grips Akrofuom DCE, Adwafo residents after emergency helicopter landing

Fear and panic have gripped Akrofuom DCE and residents of Adwafo community in the Adansi Akrofuom District of Ashanti Region following an emergency landing of a helicopter with name International Aircraft Services and registration number AS 365N3.

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31 h. ago MTN Ghana supports Mepe Afenorto Festival with GH¢20,000 cash donation

MTN Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a generous donation to the Mepe traditional area in support of the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival. The donation, made on Friday, August 8, at a brief and colourful ceremony, included GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers for the […]

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31 h. ago Adidome Health Kiosk Launch: Dr Apetorgbor urges traditional leaders to drive community

Adidome, the capital of Central Tongu, witnessed an extraordinary moment of hope and community spirit as leaders and residents gathered to commission the town’s first Health Kiosk, a project designed to bring preventive healthcare directly to the people. For Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, Volta Region’s representative to the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and chairman […]

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32 h. ago GIZ partners with Peace Council to boost ADR skills in Volta, Oti

The Executive Secretary of the Volta Regional Peace Council, Dr. David Esinu Normanyo, says a three-day training programme for members of the Volta and Oti Regional Peace Councils will significantly strengthen community-based conflict resolution efforts.

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33 h. ago Adidome launches pioneering ‘Health Kiosk Project’ to fight silent killer diseases

The town of Adidome in the Central Tongu District has taken a bold step in the fight against Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) with the commissioning of a Health Kiosk Project—a community-driven initiative aimed at saving lives through early detection, health education, and lifestyle changes. The launch, held at the Fiagbenu Triangle on Saturday, August 9, 2025, […]

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34 h. ago IOM Backs 40 African Youth Leaders in Climate Migration Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iom-backs-40-african-youth-leaders-in-climate-migration-push/The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has chosen 40 young innovators from Africa to spearhead solutions for climate-linked migration. Selected from 2,000 applicants, these changemakers will drive the agency’s new Youth Capacity Enhancement Programme, targeting grassroots action across the continent. “Youth are already leading responses to climate migration—through advocacy, research, or community projects,” said IOM’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iom-backs-40-african-youth-leaders-in-climate-migration-push/

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35 h. ago Police taskforce seizes 7 excavators in crackdown on galamsey in Ashanti region

The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Anti-Galamsey Taskforce has seized seven excavators in a series of operations targeting illegal mining activities, galamsey, in Ahwiren, a small community in the Bekwai Municipality of the Ashanti Region.

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