9 h. ago Abanga Yakubu refutes allegations of leading unauthorised anti

Abanga Yakubu Alhassan, Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has issued a strong rebuttal to allegations linking him to an illicit, parallel anti-galamsey taskforce purportedly operating in mining communities across the country.

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12 h. ago Ablekuma North: If any NDC boy is harmed, we’ll hold you responsible – Gbande warns NPP

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) over what he described as a reckless and dangerous campaign to label NDC members as violent criminals.

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13 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 […]

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14 h. ago US Visa Restrictions fuel Ghanaian outrage, stoking economic concerns

A seismic shift in United States visa policy for Ghanaian citizens raises concerns about economic impact, educational dreams, and the very fabric of transnational families. Diplomatic and certain family-based visas continue to provide their multi-entry benefits. However, the new policy is a major setback for the majority, dramatically limiting travel for business, tourism, and especially student travel.

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15 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 […]

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17 h. ago Electoral violence must be dealt with decisively – Ibn Chambas

The African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, has called for urgent and decisive action to end electoral violence in Ghana and across Africa, warning that peaceful elections are essential for long-term stability on the continent. Speaking on JoyNews’ News Desk, Dr Ibn Chambas stressed that election-related violence remains one […]

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18 h. ago Keep security forces out of politics – Dr Arthur Kennedy demands urgent reforms

Physician and political activist Dr. Kwabena Arthur Kennedy has urged urgent reforms to Ghana’s security services, calling for a clear separation between law enforcement and political interests following violent scenes during the Ablekuma North rerun.

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22 h. ago Mahama petitioned to make Ghana carbon market powerhouse as Annoh

The Minority Chief Whip is urging former President John Mahama to take decisive action to place Ghana at the forefront of the global carbon credit economy by pursuing high-stakes bilateral agreements with the European Union and the United Arab Emirates.

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22 h. ago Defence Minister urges restraint and calm in Bawku following latest attacks

Minister for Defence, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, has called for calm and restraint in Bawku following renewed attacks in the area on Sunday, July 13.

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37 h. ago Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen supports renal patients with GHS100K, urges gov’t to absorb full cost of dialysis care

The Ekosiisen Impact Project, an initiative under Asempa FM’s flagship current affairs programme Ekosiisen, has intensified its support for renal patients across Ghana, following a distress call from the Renal Patients Association of Ghana. Responding swiftly to an SOS appeal from the Association’s President, Baffuor Kojo Ahenkorah, the team behind the Ekosiisen Impact Project has […]

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47 h. ago Embrace rural postings to address shortage – Dr Apaak urges teachers

Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has made a passionate appeal to newly qualified teachers to accept postings to rural and underserved communities, emphasising that their commitment is crucial to bridging the nation's persistent educational disparities.

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50 h. ago Minority demands urgent aid for Ghanaian scholarship students facing deportation

A deepening financial crisis affecting Ghanaian students on government scholarships abroad has reached a critical juncture, prompting the Minority in Parliament to issue an urgent plea for immediate government intervention.

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57 h. ago Ghana’s Youth Minister joins Mark Cuban at Global Citizen summit in Detroit

Ghana’s Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, joined global business and cultural leaders at the Global Citizen NOW summit in Detroit, urging greater investment in Africa’s youth to secure the continent’s digital future. The event, which took place on Wednesday, brought together figures including billionaire investor Mark Cuban, Ethiopian-born celebrity chef Marcus […]

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61 h. ago We need to tighten security ahead of future elections – NDC’s Nuong Faalong urges

A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Nuong Faalong has called for tighter security measures in future elections, following the disturbances recorded during the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun.

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61 h. ago Ablekuma North violence not an isolated incident – NDC’s Nuong Faalong

A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Nuong Faalong, has condemned the electoral violence that erupted in Ablekuma North during Friday’s parliamentary re-run, but insists the incident should not be viewed in isolation.

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61 h. ago Presidential jet grounded in France for 4 months amid serious technical faults

Ghana’s Presidential Jet, the Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy, has been grounded in France for four months beyond its scheduled return date due to extensive maintenance issues.

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62 h. ago AMA to temporarily close Nkrumah Avenue for urgent repair works on July 11

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced that a section of Kwame Nkrumah Avenue in the Central Business District (CBD) would be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic to allow for critical sectional repair works.

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64 h. ago Ablekuma North rerun violence: Election violence regrettable – NDC’s Nuong Faalong

A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Nuong Faalong has described the violence that marred the Ablekuma North rerun as deeply regrettable, calling for a more holistic national approach to tackling electoral violence.

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65 h. ago Mustapha Gbande denies role in Ablekuma North rerun violence, slams Afenyo

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has denied allegations made by Alexander Afenyo-Markin.

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69 h. ago Alliance Rights and Health urges immediate action following AU pact on violence against women

Women’s rights advocacy group, Alliance Rights and Health, is calling on African governments to back their words with action following the adoption of the African Union Convention on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls.

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