4 d. ago Ghana to anchor Africa’s green energy future as Minister unveils $3.4bn renewable investment plan

Ghana’s Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that the country is positioning itself as a continental leader in clean energy, backed by an ambitious US$3.4 billion renewable energy action and investment plan.

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4 d. ago Gov’t engaging private sector stakeholders to review EV tax incentives – Energy Ministry

Government says it is holding ongoing engagements with private sector stakeholders to review tax incentives and the duty structure on electric vehicles (EVs), as part of efforts to accelerate the country’s transition to clean and modern transport systems. Speaking at the ERA Conference, Exhibition and EV Experience, Deputy Energy Minister Dr. Richard Gyan-Mensah said the […]

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5 d. ago Deputy Energy Minister unveils 850kWp solar system at Sintex Tank factory

The Deputy Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, inaugurated an 850kWp grid-connected solar power system at Sintex Tank Factory in the Tema Industrial Park on Thursday, November 27.

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6 d. ago Government Pledges to Reverse Upstream Petroleum Investment Decline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-pledges-to-reverse-upstream-petroleum-investment-decline/The government has assured the energy sector it is preparing to confront declining investment in upstream petroleum operations, a challenge industry experts warn could threaten national energy security and jeopardize revenues if left unchecked. Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition Richard Gyan Mensah delivered the commitment at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards held Friday, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-pledges-to-reverse-upstream-petroleum-investment-decline/

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7 d. ago Government Credits Reforms for Ending Power Crisis at Energy Awards

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-credits-reforms-for-ending-power-crisis-at-energy-awards/Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan Mensah, has hailed Ghana’s recent progress in stabilizing power supply, crediting targeted reforms and strong industry collaboration for turning around the sector after the challenges of late 2024. Speaking at the 9th Ghana Energy Awards on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Mensah […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-credits-reforms-for-ending-power-crisis-at-energy-awards/

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1 week ago Africa Tech 2025: MTN, Gov’t Commit to Expanding AI, Broadband, and Innovation Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-tech-2025-mtn-govt-commit-to-expanding-ai-broadband-and-innovation-growth/The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has unveiled Ghana’s ambitious digital transformation agenda, anchored on policy reforms, advanced infrastructure, and strong support for local innovators. Speaking at the Africa Tech Festival 2025 in Cape Town, Minister George said the government is committed to building a resilient digital economy through investments […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-tech-2025-mtn-govt-commit-to-expanding-ai-broadband-and-innovation-growth/

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2 w. ago 2026 budget: Blueprint for transformation or another missed opportunity

On November 13, the Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, unveiled the 2026 budget before a boisterous Parliament, pledging tax reliefs for businesses, bold industrial policies, 800,000 jobs, and expanded social protection under a disciplined fiscal framework. Though budgets are an annual ritual, this one feels like a bold blueprint for transformation, not just recovery. But will these ambitious plans move from paper to pavement?

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3 w. ago Finance Minister unveils major healthcare expansion in 2026 Budget

Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced bold plans to modernise and expand the nation’s healthcare system as part of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy presented to Parliament on Thursday, November 13.

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3 w. ago Government Launches Agricultural Revolution with Comprehensive Support Programmes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-launches-agricultural-revolution-with-comprehensive-support-programmes/Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled an ambitious agricultural transformation agenda in the 2026 budget, allocating significant resources to mechanization, improved seeds, irrigation infrastructure, and agribusiness credit lines targeting youth and women farmers. Presenting the budget to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, Dr Forson announced that government will provide over 4,000 pieces of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-launches-agricultural-revolution-with-comprehensive-support-programmes/

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3 w. ago Preventing Minority from expressing their view dragging CJ nominee’s vetting process – Egyapa Mercer

Former Deputy Energy Minister and former Member of Parliament for Sekondi Constituency, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has cautioned against attempts to prevent the Minority in Parliament from expressing their views during the vetting of Chief Justice nominee, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie.

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4 w. ago Gov’t unveils tougher measures to fight money laundering and terrorism financing – Deputy Minister

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-unveils-tougher-measures-to-fight-money-laundering-and-terrorism-financing-deputy-minister/Government has announced a raft of strengthened policy and institutional measures aimed at closing pathways used to launder illicit funds and finance terrorism, as Ghana positions itself at the forefront of regional efforts to safeguard financial stability and national security. Speaking on behalf of the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, at the opening […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-unveils-tougher-measures-to-fight-money-laundering-and-terrorism-financing-deputy-minister/

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