55 m. ago France in fresh political crisis after MPs oust prime minister

France has been plunged into a new political crisis with the defeat of Prime Minister François Bayrou at a confidence vote in the National Assembly.

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5 h. ago South African Foreign Minister Confirms Ghana Visit Over DStv Dispute

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-foreign-minister-confirms-ghana-visit-over-dstv-dispute/South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola will visit Ghana this week to engage with relevant authorities over the escalating DStv subscription pricing dispute that has strained diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa Benjamin Quarshie confirmed that Lamola is willing to visit Ghana to engage with relevant bodies regarding the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-foreign-minister-confirms-ghana-visit-over-dstv-dispute/

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6 h. ago Ghana Faces National Security Risk from MTN’s 78% Market Dominance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-national-security-risk-from-mtns-78-market-dominance/MTN Ghana’s overwhelming control of nearly four-fifths of the telecommunications market represents a critical national security vulnerability that requires urgent government intervention, according to competition economist Appiah Kusi Adomako. The South African-owned company commands 78.88% market share with 21.11 million subscribers, creating dangerous overdependence that could paralyze mobile money transactions, business operations, and government services […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-national-security-risk-from-mtns-78-market-dominance/

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6 h. ago Businessman in court for allegedly trafficking 5 Nigerians to Ghana 

A 30-year-old businessman accused of trafficking five persons from Nigeria to Ghana under the pretext of securing them jobs has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court.  

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6 h. ago DSTv Row Threatens Ghana Diplomats’ New Investment Performance Targets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa Benjamin Quarshie warns that the escalating DSTv pricing dispute could undermine newly appointed envoys’ ability to meet ambitious Key Performance Indicators aimed at boosting foreign investment and trade. The concern emerges as Ghana has introduced its first-ever performance targets for diplomatic missions, with over 500 measurable benchmarks including securing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/

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6 h. ago Blue Gold Secures US$80M for Mining Expansion and Digital Token Launch

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/blue-gold-secures-us80m-for-mining-expansion-and-digital-token-launch/Blue Gold Limited has closed on $80 million in financing to accelerate mining acquisitions and advance its blockchain-based gold token initiative, combining traditional mining with digital asset innovation. The dual financing structure includes $5 million in senior convertible notes from an accredited investor and a $75 million equity line of credit with an institutional investor, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/blue-gold-secures-us80m-for-mining-expansion-and-digital-token-launch/

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10 h. ago We manage about 2,000 tonnes of waste in Kumasi daily – Mayor

Kumasi Mayor, Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi, says the city is buckling under the weight of massive waste generation, with more than 2,000 tonnes managed daily by the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA).

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10 h. ago TEWU warns of industrial action over delayed conditions of service

The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union of the Trades Union Congress (TEWU of TUC) has announced plans to embark on industrial action, citing unresolved delays in the signing of Conditions of Service for members across several key public institutions.

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11 h. ago Clement Gyamfi: In Ghana, you are more secure and safe as an Assemblyman than a Chief Justice

On September 1, 2025, the President of the Republic signed a warrant removing the then-suspended Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, Her Ladyship Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkoono.

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12 h. ago Interior Minister to inaugurate mediation committee to tackle deadly Gbinyiri conflict

The escalating Gbinyiri land conflict in the Savannah Region has reached alarming levels, prompting the Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, to announce the inauguration of a mediation committee aimed at resolving the crisis.

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12 h. ago Foreign Affairs Ministry honours 4 veteran diplomats for distinguished service

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has honoured four veteran diplomats for their exceptional contributions to Ghana’s diplomacy and international relations.

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12 h. ago Made in Africa Expo Canada President Ibrahim Issah appointed to Vanuatu Trade Commission in Ghana

In a move set to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the Pacific and West Africa, the Made in Africa Expo Canada has announced the appointment of its President, Ibrahim Issah, as the Youth, Innovation & Education Liaison to the Vanuatu Trade Commission in Ghana.

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13 h. ago South African Foreign Affairs Minister to visit Ghana as DStv price standoff escalates

South Africa’s Minister of International Relations is expected to arrive in Ghana this week as diplomatic efforts intensify to resolve the ongoing standoff between Communications Ministry and MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv.

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15 h. ago Aggrieved Newmont workers petition gov’t over occupational health conditions, compensation

Over sixty workers of Newmont Mining Company in the Ahafo Region, who have been declared medically unfit by the company’s accredited occupational health physicians and are being prepared for exit, have petitioned the government to intervene in matters affecting them.

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16 h. ago First National Bank calls for realistic retirement planning to secure financial freedom

Retirement is often imagined as a season of freedom, stability, and fulfilment. But according to Samuel Acquah, Chief Risk Officer at First National Bank, the lived reality for many Ghanaian retirees reveals a gap between expectation and experience, requiring a fresh approach to financial planning. Speaking on the theme Redefining Financial Freedom for Retirement, Mr Acquah said while Ghana’s Three-Tier Pension system exists to support workers in both formal and informal sectors, most individuals still rely on informal planning methods that fall short of ensuring adequate retirement income. Many pensioners, he noted, cite low salaries, limited financial knowledge, and poor access to information as barriers to effective preparation.

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16 h. ago Titus Glover slams government over raid on Moses Abor’s home

Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Titus Glover has condemned the Mahama-led administration following a police raid on the residence of former NPP Greater Accra Youth Organiser, Moses Abor.

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17 h. ago Africa Reframes Climate Migration as Opportunity at Major Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-reframes-climate-migration-as-opportunity-at-major-summit/African leaders and migration experts are challenging the narrative around climate displacement, positioning human mobility as a powerful tool for resilience rather than merely a crisis to manage, as more than 25,000 delegates gather in Ethiopia for the continent’s largest climate summit. The International Organization for Migration is spearheading this perspective shift at the Second […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-reframes-climate-migration-as-opportunity-at-major-summit/

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17 h. ago Diplomatic Crisis Averted as South Korea Secures Release of Workers After Massive ICE Raid

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/diplomatic-crisis-averted-as-south-korea-secures-release-of-workers-after-massive-ice-raid/South Korea announced a breakthrough agreement with Washington on Sunday for the release of more than 300 detained nationals following one of the largest workplace immigration raids in recent US history at a Hyundai battery plant in Georgia. The diplomatic resolution comes after days of tense negotiations sparked by Thursday’s massive Immigration and Customs Enforcement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/diplomatic-crisis-averted-as-south-korea-secures-release-of-workers-after-massive-ice-raid/

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17 h. ago South Africa showcases automotive leadership at IATF 2025 in Algeria

South Africa joined the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025, which is taking place from 4th to 10th of September in Algiers, Algeria. This year’s event is organised by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat. The IATF offers a platform […]

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17 h. ago Ghana grapples with marine plastic menace as stakeholders push for policy overhaul and roadmap to biodegradables

Leading research institutes have sounded a clarion call for a cohesive national strategy to tackle Ghana’s escalating plastic pollution crisis, which is severely damaging marine ecosystems and livelihoods.

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