4 h. ago Newmont Dominates 2025 Ghana Mining Industry Awards with Seven Honours

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/newmont-dominates-2025-ghana-mining-industry-awards-with-seven-honours/Newmont emerged as the standout performer at the 2025 Ghana Mining Industry Awards held Friday, December 6, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, winning seven major honours for excellence in innovation, environmental stewardship and community development. The company’s Ahafo South mine captured Best Green Mine and Best Performer in Innovation while earning runner-up positions […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/newmont-dominates-2025-ghana-mining-industry-awards-with-seven-honours/

Events

5 h. ago President Mahama Calls for Private Sector Investment in Africa Health Systems

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-calls-for-private-sector-investment-in-africa-health-systems/President John Dramani Mahama urged private sector players to collaborate with African governments through co-investment in the continent’s health industrialization during the opening of the World Health Expo Leaders Africa Summit in Accra on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The president emphasized Africa’s readiness to move beyond dependency toward partnerships defined by innovation and shared values. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-calls-for-private-sector-investment-in-africa-health-systems/

Politics

5 h. ago Desert bloom: Israeli organic farmers’ innovation turn arid land into thriving oasis

Roey Yosef, a conservative farmer who adheres to organic farming practices, values quality farming has been farming in a desert for the past 13 years, where the harsh sun and arid conditions make farming a daunting task.

Politics

7 h. ago GTDC Unveils Major Tourism Innovations as ‘Accra By Night’ Records 740 Riders in Eight Months

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gtdc-unveils-major-tourism-innovations-as-accra-by-night-records-740-riders-in-eight-months/The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) on Tuesday unveiled significant milestones in its flagship projects—Accra By Night, the Ghana Tourism Marketplace (GTM), and the Ghana Tourism Investment Platform (GTIP)—during a media briefing in Accra, positioning the company as a leading driver of Ghana’s modern tourism economy. Board Chairman Ben Ohene Ayeh opened the session by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gtdc-unveils-major-tourism-innovations-as-accra-by-night-records-740-riders-in-eight-months/

Politics

7 h. ago Government’s reduction of Lithium Royalty Rate from 10% to 5% raises serious concerns – APL

The Africa Policy Lens (APL) has called on citizens, civil society organisations, and anti-corruption institutions to speak out against the government’s decision to reduce Ghana’s royalty rate in the Barari DV lithium agreement from the previously negotiated 10% to 5%.

Politics

13 h. ago Communicating to act on sexual and reproductive health in Africa: UNFPA’s innovative approach

The International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA) opened its doors on Wednesday, December 3, with a preliminary session focused on capacity building, highlighting the crucial role of youth in advocacy for sexual and reproductive health (SRH) policies and HIV.

Politics

13 h. ago MobileMoney LTD to honour key partners and innovators at 2025 Fintech Stakeholder Dinner & Awards

MobileMoney LTD, a subsidiary of MTN Ghana, is set to host this year’s Fintech Stakeholder Dinner & Awards Night under the theme “Celebrating the Power of Partnership and Service Excellence in Fintech.”

Economics

15 h. ago GSS opens first National Data Producers Forum as gov’t commits GH¢209m to strengthen data systems

Ghana has taken a major step toward building a sustainably financed, innovation-driven national data ecosystem, as the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) opened its inaugural National Forum for Data Producers, Users, and Enhancers at the Alisa Hotel in Accra. The event brought together over 150 participants, including policymakers, development partners, civil society organisations, researchers, private-sector actors, […]

Politics

17 h. ago Ghanaian cocoa communities mobilised against galamsey to protect livelihoods and environment

Awakwai is a farmer in the Sika Nti community at Asankragua in the Western Region. When he migrated to the community to work on a cocoa farm to make a living, he entered into a land tenure arrangement to farm his cocoa. But he will soon lose the land as the owner has sold the land out for mining. Without a farm and any alternative source of income, the young man was faced with a dilemma: the choice to either live on an empty stomach or take up employment at an illegal mining site, locally known as ‘Galamsey’. The Chief of Jomoro, Nana Kwame Ketebu II, acknowledged that “any survival that affects the environment is unsustainable.”

Politics

17 h. ago BackStage Africa Launches “Basic Frameworks”, A Big Push for Artist Development

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/backstage-africa-launches-basic-frameworks-a-big-push-for-artist-development/Backstage Africa is set to host a specialized workshop titled “Basic Frameworks” aimed at empowering emerging artists and music executives by equipping them with essential skills and knowledge to thrive creatively and commercially. The workshop is designed to provide the foundational knowledge necessary to systematically approach the music industry, setting careers up the right way. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/backstage-africa-launches-basic-frameworks-a-big-push-for-artist-development/

Culture

22 h. ago IMANI files RTI request seeking details on new nationwide SIM registration

Policy think tank IMANI Africa has filed a Right to Information (RTI) request seeking full disclosure on the government’s planned nationwide SIM registration exercise set to begin in early 2026. The group says the move is necessary to ensure transparency, legality, and data protection ahead of the rollout. In a request submitted on Monday, December 8, 2025, to the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, IMANI asked for documents covering the legal basis of the new registration regime, technical design, biometric verification systems, procurement records, and oversight arrangements. The request was received by the Minister’s secretary, the think tank confirmed.

Politics

22 h. ago Ace Ankomah calls for merger of OSP, DPP, and EOCO to build a truly independent prosecution system

He is proposing that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), and the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) be consolidated into a single, autonomous prosecutorial authority.

Politics

22 h. ago Nana Akomea refutes claims of selling STC land, says allegations are politically driven

Former Managing Director of the State Transport Company (STC), Nana Akomea, has strongly denied allegations that he sold off portions of the company’s land during his time in office, describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated.

Politics

22 h. ago TUC slams PURC over ‘premature’ and ‘disrespectful’ tariff announcement

Vice Chair of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Dr Ken Tweneboa Kodua, has taken strong exception to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) decision to announce new electricity and water tariffs without concluding discussions with organised labour.

Politics

23 h. ago Mahama commends organisers of 2025 Doha Forum for awarding Alex Thier and Saad Mohseni

President John Dramani Mahama has commended the organisers of the 2025 Doha Forum for presenting this year’s awards to Alex Thier and Saad Mohseni.

Events

23 h. ago Young African professionals urged to drive innovation to build a resilient future

Innovation is increasingly being recognised as a critical driver of resilient development across Africa. With the continent facing rapid urbanisation, rising youth unemployment, climate pressures, and persistent infrastructure gaps, experts say traditional development models are no longer adequate.

Politics

28 h. ago Telecel champions the next wave of innovators at Tech in Ghana 2025

The Director of External Affairs at Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, has advocated for a new era of collaboration and investment in young innovators as the country positions itself for a digital future.

Sport

28 h. ago Telecel Ghana marks international Disability Day with STEM training and Christmas party

Telecel Ghana Foundation organised a robotics training session followed by a cheerful Christmas party for over 600 students from both institutions.

Politics

32 h. ago AfroFuture Ghana 2025 adds Rema, KiDi and more to its December festival lineup

Organisers of AfroFuture Ghana have unveiled the second wave of confirmed artists for the 2025 edition of the festival, with Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema headlining the expanded lineup.

Politics

34 h. ago Minerals Development Fund implements environmentally sustainable, profitable initiative for small

The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has launched an environmentally sustainable mining initiative to reduce water and land degradation in small-scale mining.

Politics