17 h. ago DSTV, Market Power, and the urgent case for competition (Antitrust) Law Reset

In March 2025, MultiChoice Ghana, the operator of DSTV, raised its subscription prices, triggering public backlash. Soon after, the Ghanaian cedi appreciated significantly against the US dollar, gaining roughly a third of its value. Despite the change in exchange rate, DSTV did not adjust its prices downward. From basic economics, a firm with no competitive […]

Politics

18 h. ago National Peace Council moves headquarters to Roman Ridge, boosts regional peace efforts

The National Peace Council has relocated its head office to Roman Ridge, marking a significant step in enhancing its operations and capacity for conflict resolution.

Politics

20 h. ago Gov’t moves to improve prison welfare, increases feeding allocation for inmates – Muntaka

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced sweeping reforms within the Ghana Prisons Service aimed at improving inmate welfare, enhancing nutrition, and equipping prisoners with employable skills for life after incarceration. Speaking at the first session of the Government Accountability Series, Mr Mubarak highlighted the urgent need to tackle the long-standing challenges […]

Events

20 h. ago PURC releases nationwide survey on Ghanaians’ views on electricity supply and pricing

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has published the findings of a new nationwide survey examining consumer preferences and perceptions of electricity supply and pricing in Ghana.

Politics

20 h. ago Government met only 3 out of 11 structural benchmarks, but taken strong actions to address rest – IMF

It mentioned that the quarterly electricity tariff adjustments (quarterly SB starting from end-January 2025) resumed only in April 2025 due to delays in appointing a new board of the energy sector regulator (PURC), while the publication of the audit of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)’s collections and uses (end-January 2025 SB) was achieved in February 2025 and covered a longer period than mandated by program conditionality.

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22 h. ago Gov’t launches youth internship scheme to support security services and tackle unemployment

The Ministry of the Interior has announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing youth employability through internships within Ghana’s security services.

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24 h. ago ENI completes major gas supply upgrade to boost Ghana’s energy reliability

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced the successful completion of a key upgrade by ENI to Ghana’s gas infrastructure, resulting in a significant increase in daily gas supply.

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46 h. ago Presidency launches gov’t accountability series to enhance transparency

The Presidency Communications Office will on Monday, 14th July 2025, commence the Government Accountability Series as part of efforts to promote transparency and accountability in governance.

Politics

46 h. ago 2024 Election: Bawumia’s early concession undermined results collation – Inusah Fuseini

The former Tamale Central MP, Inusah Fuseini, has blamed Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s early concession in the 2024 general election for the widespread failure to complete the collation of parliamentary results.

Politics

51 h. ago See the blackout areas as ECG’s planned maintenance proceeds today

Residents and businesses in parts of the Greater Accra, Tema, and Western Regions are expected to experience temporary power outages today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) undertakes crucial maintenance works.

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52 h. ago Professor Gyampo exposes shipping lines over “arbitrary” exchange rates

The quest to reduce the high cost of doing business is facing a significant hurdle, as the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) points fingers at international shipping lines for allegedly imposing arbitrary exchange rates and actively resisting regulatory oversight. Professor Ransford Gyampo, CEO of the GSA, revealed that his organisation has completed extensive investigations into these […]

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67 h. ago Cocoa sector witnessed improvement in late 2024; new financing model has reduced liquidity constraints – IMF

Ghana’s cocoa sector has seen some improvements since late 2024, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said. According to the Fund, production during the 2024/25 season recovered thanks to a more favorable climate and ongoing interventions to enhance productivity such as artificial pollination, mass pruning, mass spraying and hi-tech. The Fund in a Country Report […]

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3 d. ago Businesses still battling power outages despite government assurances – PEF Boss

The Chief Executive Officer of the Private Enterprise Federation (PEF), Nana Osei Bonsu, has expressed concern over the continued impact of irregular power supply on businesses, contradicting recent claims by the government that the country’s electricity situation has stabilised. According to Mr. Bonsu, the reality on the ground for many private enterprises paints a much […]

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3 d. ago Vlisco launches “Icons Last Forever” campaign, celebrating timeless elegance and cultural legacy

Vlisco is proud to announce the launch of its new campaign, “Icons Last Forever,” on July 2nd, 2025. This campaign honors the timeless power of Vlisco’s most iconic designs, exploring what it means to be iconic across generations. Inspired by the legendary portraits of Malian photographer Seydou Keïta, “Icons Last Forever” celebrates the beauty and […]

Culture

3 d. ago ECG to embark on nationwide ‘All Must Pay’ revenue mobilisation campaign

Management and the Union of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a nationwide revenue mobilisation campaign dubbed “Operation ALL MUST PAY,” aimed at clearing outstanding customer arrears. The campaign will run from Monday, July 14, to Friday, July 25. ECG’s General Manager of External Communication Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, shared details of […]

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3 d. ago Ablekuma North attacks disturbing, this is not the democracy we want to see – Bawumia

Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has condemned the violent incidents reported during the ongoing parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North. According to him, the development is a betrayal of the democratic principles the National Democratic Congress (NDC) pledged to uphold when they won power in the 2024 elections. […]

Events

3 d. ago Justice Blay accuses former teammate Kwame Opoku of stealing his girlfriend

Former Asante Kotoko midfielder, Justice Blay, has publicly accused his ex-teammate Kwame Opoku of betraying his trust by secretly dating a woman he was in a relationship with. In a candid revelation on Kumasi based Pure FM, Blay detailed the breakdown of their friendship, alleging that Opoku had been seeing his partner behind his back […]

Events

3 d. ago ECG installs over 200 new transformers to enhance power supply – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has disclosed that over 200 Ghana-made transformers have been procured by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to improve electricity distribution across the country.

Politics

4 d. ago There will be no power disruption on July 13 – Energy Ministry

The Ministry of Energy has refuted reports suggesting that the country is set to experience a nationwide power supply shortage, commonly referred to as dumsor, on Sunday, July 13.

Science

4 d. ago Yango supports tech innovation and youth empowerment in Ghana

2nd Edition Of Ghana Hackathon Held In Accra The second edition of the Ghana Hackathon, organized by Zindi Africa and powered by  Yango Group,  has been completed in Accra. The urban mobility and data science hackathon took place at The University of Ghana, Legon Campus on Saturday, July 5th 2025. Over 120 data science students […]

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