31 h. ago Ghana Onion Farmers Push for Import Restrictions Amid Market Struggles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/Local onion farmers in Ghana’s Asante Akyem North District are demanding government intervention to regulate foreign imports that they claim are devastating domestic markets despite a strong local harvest. The farmers argue that despite producing sufficient onions to meet national demand this season, cheaper imports from Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Niger continue to dominate consumer […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/

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58 h. ago GTA boss welcomes Olu of Warri Kingdom ahead of Fetu Afahye Festival

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has welcomed His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri Kingdom in Nigeria, to Ghana ahead of the annual Fetu Afahye Festival in the Central Region.

Events

59 h. ago Marketing Executive Urges Nigeria Brand Reset Strategy at Lagos Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/marketing-executive-urges-nigeria-brand-reset-strategy-at-lagos-summit/A leading marketing executive has called for a comprehensive industry transformation to position Nigeria as Africa’s growth epicenter, outlining eight strategic priorities during a keynote address at the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards. Emmanuel Adediran, Business Unit Director at mediaReach OMD Nigeria, urged marketing professionals to embrace digital innovation, integrity, and talent development as foundations […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/marketing-executive-urges-nigeria-brand-reset-strategy-at-lagos-summit/

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69 h. ago West African Economies Face Mixed Fortunes Amid Recovery Struggles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-economies-face-mixed-fortunes-amid-recovery-struggles/Afreximbank highlights uneven growth as Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal confront sector challenges West African economies are experiencing divergent pressures despite some sectoral improvements, according to the African Export-Import Bank, which warned of widening economic strains across member states. Ghana confronts mounting unrest as over 300,000 cocoa farmers protest government pricing policies. Authorities announced only a 4% […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-economies-face-mixed-fortunes-amid-recovery-struggles/

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3 d. ago SEC Nigeria Launches New Website to Enhance Transparency and Investor Protection

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sec-nigeria-launches-new-website-to-enhance-transparency-and-investor-protection/The Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria has unveiled a redesigned website as part of efforts to strengthen digital engagement and improve regulatory transparency across the country’s capital markets. The announcement Monday highlighted the Commission’s commitment to modernizing operations and enhancing access to critical financial information for investors and market participants. The upgraded platform features mobile-responsive […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sec-nigeria-launches-new-website-to-enhance-transparency-and-investor-protection/

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4 d. ago Nigeria Sets 2026 Launch for Major Telecom Cybersecurity Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-sets-2026-launch-for-major-telecom-cybersecurity-overhaul/Nigeria’s telecoms regulator is preparing to deploy a sweeping cybersecurity framework by 2026, aiming to shield the country’s digital backbone from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The Nigerian Communications Commission announced the comprehensive initiative following its second stakeholder consultation in Abuja on Friday. The framework addresses mounting security risks as Nigeria’s digital economy expands rapidly, with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-sets-2026-launch-for-major-telecom-cybersecurity-overhaul/

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7 d. ago West Africa Plans Major Industrial Summit to Boost Regional Manufacturing

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-plans-major-industrial-summit-to-boost-regional-manufacturing/Nigeria will host a comprehensive summit aimed at accelerating West Africa’s industrial transformation, bringing together government officials, manufacturers, and international investors to discuss regional development strategies. The West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit and Exhibition has received endorsement from Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment. Event organizer dmg Nigeria events positions the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-plans-major-industrial-summit-to-boost-regional-manufacturing/

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9 d. ago Ghana and Nigeria Explore Energy Swap Deal to Power West Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-nigeria-explore-energy-swap-deal-to-power-west-africa/Ghana and Nigeria are negotiating an innovative barter agreement that would see Accra convert Nigerian natural gas into electricity and export power back to Africa’s most populous nation. The proposed arrangement could transform regional energy cooperation by leveraging each country’s comparative advantages in gas production and electricity generation. Nigeria possesses abundant natural gas reserves while […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-nigeria-explore-energy-swap-deal-to-power-west-africa/

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9 d. ago Apple Music Showcases Africa’s Brightest New Voices with Latest Up Next Picks: Toxic Lyrikali, Raevin, Efue & Trillion Petals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-showcases-africas-brightest-new-voices-with-latest-up-next-picks-toxic-lyrikali-raevin-efue-trillion-petals/Apple Music today announces four of Africa’s most exciting rising stars – Toxic Lyrikali (East Africa), Raevin (Ghana), Efue (Nigeria), and Trillion Petals (South Africa) as the latest artists to join its Up Next artist development program. Designed to spotlight and elevate emerging talent from around the world, the Up Next initiative has featured some […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-showcases-africas-brightest-new-voices-with-latest-up-next-picks-toxic-lyrikali-raevin-efue-trillion-petals/

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1 week ago Ghana, Nigeria explore barter deal; electricity for gas, says Energy Minister

Energy and Green Transition Minister John Jinapor has disclosed that Ghana is in talks with Nigeria to establish a barter arrangement under which electricity will be exported in exchange for gas.

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1 week ago Japan creates African “hometowns” to tackle worker shortage and build bridges

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/japan-creates-african-hometowns-to-tackle-worker-shortage-and-build-bridges/Japan has launched an innovative program designating four cities as official “hometowns” for African residents, targeting skilled professionals from Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania and Mozambique as the country seeks solutions to its demographic crisis. The announcement came during the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Yokohama, where Japanese officials outlined plans to streamline visa […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/japan-creates-african-hometowns-to-tackle-worker-shortage-and-build-bridges/

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1 week ago Continental Refining Surge Creates US$100 Billion Business Opportunity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/continental-refining-surge-creates-us100-billion-business-opportunity/Africa’s energy landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation as the continent prepares to add 1.2 million barrels per day of refining capacity by 2030, creating unprecedented opportunities for local businesses across multiple sectors. The expansion, detailed in OPEC’s 2025 World Oil Outlook, centers on major projects in Nigeria, Angola, and Uganda, complemented by modular refineries […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/continental-refining-surge-creates-us100-billion-business-opportunity/

Economics

2 w. ago African Banking Giants Compete for Acquisition of Societe Generale Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-banking-giants-compete-for-acquisition-of-societe-generale-ghana/A significant but discreet acquisition battle is taking shape in Ghana’s financial sector as two major African banks, Bank of Africa of Morocco and Nigeria’s Access Bank compete to acquire Societe Generale Ghana (SG Ghana). The news comes from policy analyst Bright Simons, who has been tracking the behind-the-scenes negotiations. SG Ghana, originally established in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-banking-giants-compete-for-acquisition-of-societe-generale-ghana/

Politics

2 w. ago Nigeria Launches Youth Safety Summit Amid Rising Security Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-launches-youth-safety-summit-amid-rising-security-concerns/The Nigerian government is joining forces with a youth advocacy group to tackle growing security threats facing young people across the country. The Not Too Young To Perform initiative announced plans for a national safety summit focused particularly on protecting girls and young women from abductions, violence, and exploitation. Youth Development Minister Ayodele Olawande endorsed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-launches-youth-safety-summit-amid-rising-security-concerns/

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2 w. ago Nigeria Exit CHAN Tournament with Consolation Victory Over Congo

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-exit-chan-tournament-with-consolation-victory-over-congo/Nigeria ended their CHAN 2024 campaign with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Congo in Dar es Salaam, though the result couldn’t salvage their tournament hopes. Goals from Anas Yusuf and Sikiru Alimi provided a measure of redemption for the Super Eagles, who had already been eliminated after consecutive losses in their opening matches. The match […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-exit-chan-tournament-with-consolation-victory-over-congo/

Politics

2 w. ago Digital Payments Drive Resilience in Nigeria’s Agricultural Heartland

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-payments-drive-resilience-in-nigerias-agricultural-heartland/A new study is highlighting how digital financial tools are strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural sector, particularly in the northeastern region which faces significant security challenges. The federal government has publicly commended fintech firm Moniepoint for a documentary and case study that showcase the resilience of local farmers and food traders. The project, titled “Inside Nigeria’s Food […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-payments-drive-resilience-in-nigerias-agricultural-heartland/

Culture

2 w. ago WADPN Calls On ECOWAS, National Governments To Protect Marginalized People

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wadpn-calls-on-ecowas-national-governments-to-protect-marginalized-people/The West Africa Drug Policy Network (WADPN) and its partners have called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and national governments, particularly in Ghana, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso, to take decisive steps towards decriminalisation and protection of human rights. According to WADPN, the criminalisation of people who use drugs, sex workers, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wadpn-calls-on-ecowas-national-governments-to-protect-marginalized-people/

Politics

2 w. ago 2025 Africa Youth Weightlifting championship officially opens in Accra

The championship will feature over 200 athletes and officials from 13 African countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and host nation Ghana.

Politics

2 w. ago Nigeria Selected for US$50M WTO Fund to Boost Women in Digital Trade

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-selected-for-us50m-wto-fund-to-boost-women-in-digital-trade/The World Trade Organization and International Trade Centre have launched a $50 million fund targeting women entrepreneurs in Nigeria’s digital economy. Announced by WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Abuja, the Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund names Nigeria alongside Jordan, Mongolia, and the Dominican Republic as pilot countries. Nigeria secured its spot through […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-selected-for-us50m-wto-fund-to-boost-women-in-digital-trade/

Politics

3 w. ago West Africa Revives Regional Water Council to Boost Cooperation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-revives-regional-water-council-to-boost-cooperation/Dakar hosted the first extraordinary session of the Sub-Regional Water Resources Consultation Council (CRCRE) this week, uniting ECOWAS and UEMOA states, basin authorities, and civil society groups. The July 10–11 talks focused on accelerating drinking water access, youth training programs, and preparations for the 2026 UN Water Conference. Dr. Boluwaji Onabolu of Nigeria’s FEMinWASH was […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-revives-regional-water-council-to-boost-cooperation/

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