30 h. ago KNUST College of Engineering deepens industry partnerships to drive innovation and national development

The College of Engineering at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi is intensifying collaboration with industry partners to accelerate innovation, strengthen engineering education and deliver practical solutions to Ghana’s development challenges. The renewed push was outlined at the College of Engineering and Industry Symposium held at Kwawu-Nkwatia in the Eastern Region of Ghana under the theme “Engineering Partnerships for Sustainable Innovation and Development,” which brought together academics, industry leaders and policymakers to explore long-term collaboration models.

Sport

61 h. ago Does Goldbod owe BoG US$214m, or has BoG lost US$214m? A policy and financial risk analysis

Introduction Ghana’s Gold-for-Reserves (G4R) and Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) have been celebrated as innovative strategies to strengthen Ghana’s reserves, reduce reliance on foreign exchange borrowing, and curb illicit gold exports. At the heart of these initiatives is the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), established in 2025 to support the accumulation of gold reserves by the […]

Economics

5 d. ago Constitutional Reforms Strengthen NDPC Role in National Planning

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-reforms-strengthen-ndpc-role-in-national-planning/The Constitutional Review Committee has recommended elevating the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) to serve as the central coordinating, monitoring, and evaluation body for national development planning under proposed constitutional amendments submitted to President John Dramani Mahama on Monday, December 22, 2025. The reforms aim to reduce policy fragmentation and ensure long term economic planning […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-reforms-strengthen-ndpc-role-in-national-planning/

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana Football Association Opens Ticket Request Process for 2026 World Cup

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-football-association-opens-ticket-request-process-for-2026-world-cup/The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced an email address for requesting access codes to facilitate the purchase of tickets on the FIFA website for the country’s group matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The GFA indicated that to enhance easy correspondence on ticket acquisition for Ghanaian […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-football-association-opens-ticket-request-process-for-2026-world-cup/

Sport

5 d. ago Constitutional Review Committee proposes protections for public sector from partisan politics

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-protections-for-public-sector-from-partisan-politics/The Constitutional Review Committee chaired by Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh has proposed reforms to insulate Ghana’s public sector from political influence and strengthen oversight of state owned enterprises through constitutional amendments presented to President John Mahama on Monday December 22, 2025. The committee recommended embedding a State Enterprises Commission similar to the State Interests and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-protections-for-public-sector-from-partisan-politics/

Politics

5 d. ago Deputy NDC Women’s Organizer and MASLOC CEO Abigail Elom Mensah Visits NDC Canada Chapter to Address Diaspora Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-ndc-womens-organizer-and-masloc-ceo-abigail-elom-mensah-visits-ndc-canada-chapter-to-address-diaspora-concerns/In a strategic move to strengthen party cohesion beyond Ghana’s borders, the Deputy National Women’s Organizer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who also serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Abigail Elom Akwambeah Mensah, paid a working visit to the NDC Canada Chapter in Montreal on December […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-ndc-womens-organizer-and-masloc-ceo-abigail-elom-mensah-visits-ndc-canada-chapter-to-address-diaspora-concerns/

Politics

6 d. ago Constitution Review Committee presents final report to President Mahama today

The Constitution Review Committee is expected to formally present its final report to President John Dramani Mahama later today, marking a major milestone in the government’s efforts to review and strengthen Ghana’s constitutional framework.

Politics

6 d. ago Dafeamakpor defends withdrawn OSP repeal bill, says move was to strengthen anti

The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson Dafeamakpor, has defended his role in the controversial private member’s bill seeking to repeal the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) Act, insisting that the move was motivated by a desire to strengthen Ghana’s anti-corruption framework, not undermine it.

Politics

7 d. ago Ghanaians Urge World Cup Earnings Fund New Sports Development Fund

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-urge-world-cup-earnings-fund-new-sports-development-fund/Growing calls emerge for Ghana to channel its 2026 FIFA World Cup proceeds into the newly established Ghana Sports Fund rather than routine spending following parliament’s December 18 passage of the landmark legislation. Parliament passed the Ghana Sports Fund Bill on December 18, 2025, establishing a legal foundation for structured sports financing through multiple revenue […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-urge-world-cup-earnings-fund-new-sports-development-fund/

Sport

7 d. ago Legal lifeline for Ghanaians in America as lawyers association, Embassy move to tackle diaspora challenges

The Association of Ghanaian Lawyers of the DMV has paid a courtesy call on Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, to strengthen legal protection and access to justice for Ghanaians living in the US.

Politics

9 d. ago Vice President Backs Import Substitution to Ease Foreign Exchange Pressure

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-backs-import-substitution-to-ease-foreign-exchange-pressure/Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang positioned import substitution as a core economic lever to reduce foreign exchange pressure and boost industrial output during a working visit to the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry. Professor Opoku-Agyemang assured the Ministry of sustained support to drive local production, reduce reliance on imports and strengthen Ghana’s trade and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-backs-import-substitution-to-ease-foreign-exchange-pressure/

Politics

9 d. ago Ghana Targets Agro Industrial Corridors to Cut US$1.5 Billion Food Import Bill

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-targets-agro-industrial-corridors-to-cut-us1-5-billion-food-import-bill/Ghana is sharpening its industrial strategy around a costly reality that the country spends more than 1.5 billion dollars annually importing food and basic industrial inputs that can be produced locally, with government backed agro industrial corridors and manufacturing hubs now positioned as engines to close gaps and strengthen supply chains under the 24 Hour […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-targets-agro-industrial-corridors-to-cut-us1-5-billion-food-import-bill/

Society

1 week ago 2026 FIFA World Cup: GFA not ruling out possible return of injured Abu Francis

The Ghana Football Association is not ruling out a possible return of injured Abu Francis to the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sport

1 week ago GFA Engages Maryland Leadership to Strengthen Ghana 2026 World Cup Preparations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gfa-engages-maryland-leadership-to-strengthen-ghana-2026-world-cup-preparations/Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon Okraku has intensified diplomatic efforts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by holding productive discussions with Maryland state officials to bolster operational planning for the Black Stars’ campaign. The GFA President who also serves as Second Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) paid […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gfa-engages-maryland-leadership-to-strengthen-ghana-2026-world-cup-preparations/

Politics

1 week ago Netherlands donates new scanners to boost Ghana’s fight against drug trafficking

The Netherlands government has donated advanced intrusive scanners to Ghana’s Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to strengthen efforts against transnational drug trafficking through the country’s airports.

Politics

1 week ago FIFA introduces $60 Supporter Entry Tier tickets for World Cup 2026

FIFA has announced a new and more affordable ticket category for fans of qualified teams ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, introducing the Supporter Entry Tier priced at $60 per match.

Sport

1 week ago Chinese community reaffirms commitment to deepen Ghana–China cooperation

The Chinese community in Ghana has pledged to strengthen cooperation with Ghanaian partners as part of efforts to deepen bilateral relations between the two countries. The commitment was made at a press engagement organised by the Ghana–China Friendship Association (GHACHIFA) on December 10 at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra. H.E. Tong Defa, Chinese Ambassador […]

Politics

1 week ago CICMG drives credit reform to strengthen Ghana’s financial sector

In a bid to strengthen Ghana’s credit ecosystem and reduce rising non-performing loans, the Chartered Institute of Credit Management Ghana (CICMG), under the leadership of President Evelyn Osei Tutu, is combining professional recognition with practical training initiatives to promote responsible lending, effective debt recovery, and long-term business sustainability. At the 2025 Induction and Graduation Ceremony, […]

Economics

1 week ago Rural banking must strengthen financial participation – Telecel Ghana SME Head

Telecel Ghana’s Head of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME), Alfred Neizer, has called for a decisive national push to translate Ghana’s gains in financial access in rural areas into more meaningful financial participation.

Politics

1 week ago 2026 FIFA World Cup: What African fans will pay to watch their teams

African football fans will pay between $140 and $2,355 to watch their teams at the FIFA World Cup.

Sport