32 m. ago Global Air Cargo Rates Show Mixed Performance Across Regions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-air-cargo-rates-show-mixed-performance-across-regions/Global air cargo markets displayed varied performance across different trade lanes during the final week of August, with Asia Pacific and Africa leading growth while North America experienced continued softness, according to the latest data from WorldACD Market Data. Worldwide air freight rates averaged $2.44 per kilogram during the week ending August 31, representing a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-air-cargo-rates-show-mixed-performance-across-regions/

Transport

2 h. ago Weak Jobs Data Heightens Expectations for Aggressive Fed Rate Cut

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/weak-jobs-data-heightens-expectations-for-aggressive-fed-rate-cut/Disappointing employment data released Friday has intensified speculation that the Federal Reserve may deliver a 50-basis-point interest rate cut this month, marking a more aggressive response to mounting labor market weakness. Private payrolls increased by just 54,000 in August, well short of the 75,000 estimate from economists and down from the revised gain of 106,000 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/weak-jobs-data-heightens-expectations-for-aggressive-fed-rate-cut/

Politics

3 h. ago Ghana Moves to Repeal Forest Reserve Mining Regulations Amid Environmental Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-repeal-forest-reserve-mining-regulations-amid-environmental-crisis/Ghana’s government has initiated the formal repeal of two key mining regulations governing forest reserves, as the country intensifies its fight against illegal mining that has devastated water bodies and forest ecosystems. Acting Minister of Environment, Science and Technology Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has written to the Attorney General requesting immediate revocation of Legislative Instrument (L.I.) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-repeal-forest-reserve-mining-regulations-amid-environmental-crisis/

Events

3 h. ago Insurance Regulator Donates Body Bags Amid Road Safety Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/insurance-regulator-donates-body-bags-amid-road-safety-crisis/The National Insurance Commission (NIC) has donated 300 body bags to Ghana Police Service’s Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) following an urgent request prompted by depleted supplies and rising road fatalities. The donation addresses a critical shortage as road deaths continue climbing in Ghana. Official statistics show 1,504 people died in road accidents between […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/insurance-regulator-donates-body-bags-amid-road-safety-crisis/

Events

4 h. ago Former Presidential Staffer Slams Minister’s DStv Strategy as ‘Populist Blackmail’

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-presidential-staffer-slams-ministers-dstv-strategy-as-populist-blackmail/A former presidential staffer has launched a scathing attack on Communications Minister Sam George’s approach to forcing DStv price reductions, describing it as populist tactics that could damage Ghana’s investment climate. Dennis Miracles Aboagye, who served under the Akufo-Addo administration, criticized George’s confrontational strategy as “blackmail and threats” that undermines proper business engagement and regulatory […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-presidential-staffer-slams-ministers-dstv-strategy-as-populist-blackmail/

Politics

4 h. ago Business Leaders Warn DStv Dispute Threatens Ghana’s Investor Appeal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-warn-dstv-dispute-threatens-ghanas-investor-appeal/CEO Network founder cautions government approach risks regulatory unpredictability perception Ghana’s escalating confrontation with MultiChoice over DStv subscription prices could seriously damage the country’s reputation as a stable and investor-friendly destination, according to a prominent business leader. Ernest De-Graft Egyir, Founder of the Chief Executives Network Ghana and Member of the National Economic Dialogue Planning […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-warn-dstv-dispute-threatens-ghanas-investor-appeal/

Events

6 h. ago ‘If you’re so stressed, fold up’ – Nana Yaa Jantuah to MultiChoice

A presidential staffer, Nana Yaa Jantuah, has called out MultiChoice Ghana amid its public dispute with the government. Speaking on Prime Insights, the former General Secretary of the Convention People’s Party (CPP) told the broadcaster that if the company feels excessively burdened by regulatory demands, it should simply cease operations. “This is a sovereign nation, […]

Politics

21 h. ago NCA has a mandate to collect GH¢240,000 fine from MultiChoice – Sam George

The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, says the National Communications Authority (NCA) still has the mandate to collect fines imposed on MultiChoice Ghana for failing to provide information requested by the regulator.

Politics

23 h. ago MultiChoice agrees to reduce DSTV fees, pricing committee established – Sam George

The Minister of Communications, Sam George, has confirmed that MultiChoice Ghana has agreed to reduce its subscription prices, following intense regulatory pressure. This comes after MultiChoice finally provided the data requested by the government regarding comprehensive pricing data, specifically including a breakdown of bouquet prices, tax components, and pricing comparisons with at least six other […]

Politics

28 h. ago MMDAs must enforce energy efficiency regulations – Energy Commission

The Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) have been tasked with ensuring the strict enforcement of the Energy Efficiency Regulations at the local level.

Events

39 h. ago Ghana Slashes Courier Licensing Fees, Extends Compliance Deadline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/Ghana’s Communications Minister Sam George has announced significant reductions in courier rider licensing fees and extended the enforcement deadline to April 2026, following public outcry over a controversial crackdown on unlicensed delivery operators. The fee reductions, announced Thursday during a meeting with rider associations and the Ghana Postal and Courier Services Regulatory Commission, slash registration […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/

Events

40 h. ago Ghana Onion Farmers Push for Import Restrictions Amid Market Struggles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/Local onion farmers in Ghana’s Asante Akyem North District are demanding government intervention to regulate foreign imports that they claim are devastating domestic markets despite a strong local harvest. The farmers argue that despite producing sufficient onions to meet national demand this season, cheaper imports from Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Niger continue to dominate consumer […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/

Politics

40 h. ago Ghana’s Business Community Builds Case for Further Rate Cuts Following Inflation Milestone

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-business-community-builds-case-for-further-rate-cuts-following-inflation-milestone/Ghana’s business sector is intensifying calls for additional monetary policy easing as the country’s eighth consecutive monthly inflation decline creates compelling arguments for lower borrowing costs that could stimulate economic growth. Headline inflation dropped to 11.5% in August 2025, falling below the government’s end-of-year target of 11.9% ahead of schedule and providing ammunition for business […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-business-community-builds-case-for-further-rate-cuts-following-inflation-milestone/

Economics

41 h. ago Ghana Plans Tougher Cybercrime Laws After GH₵14.9 Million Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/Ghana lost GH₵14.9 million to cybercrime in the first half of 2025, prompting government commitments to strengthen cybersecurity regulations and improve digital accountability as internet adoption accelerates nationwide. Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations Minister Samuel Nartey George announced the losses during the launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month in Accra on Wednesday. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/

Events

42 h. ago Global Migration Forum Concludes with Call for Stronger Political Cooperation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-migration-forum-concludes-with-call-for-stronger-political-cooperation/The 15th Summit of the Global Forum on Migration and Development concluded in Colombia on Wednesday with renewed calls for enhanced international cooperation to address the mounting challenges of human mobility affecting millions worldwide. More than 800 participants from governments, civil society, the private sector, and international organizations gathered in Riohacha, Colombia, from September 2-4 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-migration-forum-concludes-with-call-for-stronger-political-cooperation/

Politics

42 h. ago IATA Study Confirms Rwanda Aviation Model Generates US$160M Impact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iata-study-confirms-rwanda-aviation-model-generates-us160m-impact/The International Air Transport Association released comprehensive data quantifying Rwanda’s aviation sector contribution to economic development, showing $160 million in total economic activity supporting 42,000 jobs across the country. The Value of Air Transport study for Rwanda, published September 4, 2025, during the Aviation Africa Summit in Kigali, demonstrates that aviation contributes 1.1% to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iata-study-confirms-rwanda-aviation-model-generates-us160m-impact/

Politics

42 h. ago Rwanda’s Aviation Hub Strategy Delivers US$160M Economic Impact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rwandas-aviation-hub-strategy-delivers-us160m-economic-impact/Rwanda’s strategic aviation investments have generated $160.1 million in economic output while supporting 42,000 jobs, positioning the country as a model for African aviation development according to new IATA data released during the Aviation Africa 2025 Summit. The International Air Transport Association analysis reveals that Rwanda’s aviation sector contributes 1.1% to the country’s GDP, with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rwandas-aviation-hub-strategy-delivers-us160m-economic-impact/

Economics

44 h. ago Bolt is the most downloaded travel and mobility app in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bolt-is-the-most-downloaded-travel-and-mobility-app-in-ghana/Bolt number one, according to data collected by Sensor Tower, a digital intelligence company Ghana is one of 23 countries where Bolt is the most downloaded travel app Bolt aims to continue to grow in Ghana launching new cities and product features Bolt, the global shared mobility app with 200 million customers across more than […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bolt-is-the-most-downloaded-travel-and-mobility-app-in-ghana/

Politics

45 h. ago Ghana’s Okada reforms signals progress for urban mobility in Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-okada-reforms-signals-progress-for-urban-mobility-in-africa/By-Lined by Weyinmi Aghadiuno Head of Regulatory, Bolt Africa On the streets of many African cities today, the sound of motorcycle taxis, commonly known as Okada in West Africa and Bodaboda in East Africa fills the air. More than just a quick fix for traffic congestion, these two-wheeled vehicles have become essential to daily life, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-okada-reforms-signals-progress-for-urban-mobility-in-africa/

Politics

55 h. ago Ghana Calls for United Front Against Persistent Youth Unemployment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-calls-for-united-front-against-persistent-youth-unemployment/Ghana’s unemployment crisis demands coordinated intervention across government, private sector and development agencies, according to new labour statistics revealing persistent challenges despite economic growth. The Ghana Statistical Service released quarterly data showing national unemployment declined from 14.9 percent in early 2023 to 13.1 percent by end-2024, yet structural problems remain deeply entrenched. Youth unemployment continues […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-calls-for-united-front-against-persistent-youth-unemployment/

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