3 h. ago Bank of Ghana to Issue Revised Cybersecurity Directive for Financial Institutions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-to-issue-revised-cybersecurity-directive-for-financial-institutions/The Bank of Ghana plans to issue a revised Cyber and Information Security Directive early next year, introducing tougher governance standards and expanding sector-wide monitoring systems as rising digital payments expose banks and fintechs to sophisticated attacks. Officials announced the measures at a cybersecurity summit in Accra, emphasizing the need to match regulatory frameworks with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-to-issue-revised-cybersecurity-directive-for-financial-institutions/

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50 h. ago Business Leaders Demand Regulatory Reform to Unlock Ghana’s Private Sector Potential

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/Ghana’s economic future depends on transforming public sector agencies from regulatory obstacles into development partners, business leaders and policy experts have warned following research showing compliance costs consume up to 40 percent of enterprise revenue. Seth Adjei Baah, former president of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Peter Bismark Kwofie, executive director […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/

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4 d. ago Union Threatens Nationwide Action Over Utility Price Increases

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/union-threatens-nationwide-action-over-utility-price-increases/Ghana’s labor federation has rejected newly approved electricity and water tariff increases, warning it will mobilize workers across the country unless government raises the agreed 9% wage adjustment for 2026 to compensate for higher utility costs. The Trades Union Congress (TUC) issued the ultimatum Wednesday, one day after the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) announced […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/union-threatens-nationwide-action-over-utility-price-increases/

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5 d. ago NPA honoured as key government agency upholding national standards

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has been recognised as the Key Government Agency that Upholds National Standards, in acknowledgement of its consistent commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection within Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector.

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1 week ago Policy Brief Urges Government to Rethink Cement and Gas Regulations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-brief-urges-government-to-rethink-cement-and-gas-regulations/IMANI Centre for Policy and Education has published a policy brief urging government to recalibrate interventionist approaches in the cement and liquefied petroleum gas sectors to balance public interest with market efficiency and preserve Ghana’s investment appeal. The brief examines two regulatory frameworks that sparked controversy among industry stakeholders: the Cement Pricing Regulation under Legislative […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-brief-urges-government-to-rethink-cement-and-gas-regulations/

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1 week ago Galamsey: Licensing system is a complex maze encouraging illegality – Erastus Asare Donkor

JoyNews investigative journalist Erastus Asare Donkor has urged the government and regulatory agencies to overhaul Ghana’s mining licensing regime and adopt a more humane approach to combating illegal mining, locally known as galamsey.

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1 week ago Ghana Validates Regulatory Framework for Continental Trade Negotiations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-validates-regulatory-framework-for-continental-trade-negotiations/Ghana has begun a fresh review of its regulatory framework for trade in services as the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, working with the GIZ Trade Hub, convened a capacity building workshop in Accra to validate the country’s Regulatory Audit Report and assess implications for upcoming negotiations under the African Continental Free Trade Area […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-validates-regulatory-framework-for-continental-trade-negotiations/

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1 week ago Africa Builds Quantum Computing Ecosystem to Tackle Development Challenges

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-builds-quantum-computing-ecosystem-to-tackle-development-challenges/Africa is establishing a coordinated quantum computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure, positioning the continent to leapfrog traditional technological barriers and address critical challenges in healthcare, agriculture, energy, and security through cutting edge research networks. The Africa Quantum Consortium (AQC) officially launched in August 2025, providing the first continentwide coordination platform for quantum science, education, innovation, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-builds-quantum-computing-ecosystem-to-tackle-development-challenges/

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2 w. ago ACEP Questions Springfield Oil Block Takeover, Defends Regulatory Process

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/acep-questions-springfield-oil-block-takeover-defends-regulatory-process/The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) has clarified its opposition to the government’s proposed acquisition of the Springfield oil block, insisting the dispute centers on protecting legal and governance principles in Ghana’s petroleum sector rather than undermining local content support. Executive Director Benjamin Boakye stressed that bypassing the Petroleum Commission’s regulatory authority threatens the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/acep-questions-springfield-oil-block-takeover-defends-regulatory-process/

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2 w. ago Ghana moves to strengthen scientific foundation of traditional medicine

The Ministry of Health has marked the 23rd African Traditional Medicine Day and the 26th Traditional Medicine Week with a renewed commitment to strengthening the scientific and regulatory foundations of traditional medicine in Ghana.

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2 w. ago Energy Commission Pledges Stronger Oversight of Renewable Energy Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-commission-pledges-stronger-oversight-of-renewable-energy-sector/The Energy Commission has renewed its commitment to strengthening coordination and regulatory compliance within Ghana’s renewable energy ecosystem following a stakeholder engagement held in Accra. The meeting, the second in the series, convened more than 40 industry players and was chaired by Professor John Gartchie Gatsi, Board Chairman of the Commission. Discussions centred on improving […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/energy-commission-pledges-stronger-oversight-of-renewable-energy-sector/

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3 w. ago Ghana Faces Regulatory Coordination Challenges in AI Framework

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-regulatory-coordination-challenges-in-ai-framework/Ghana’s ambitious push to regulate artificial intelligence through multiple legislative instruments faces potential coordination challenges that could create jurisdictional conflicts and regulatory uncertainty for the emerging technology sector, according to policy analysis circulating within the technology community. The government has unveiled plans for an Emerging Technologies Bill (ETB) covering AI, robotics and blockchain, alongside its […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-regulatory-coordination-challenges-in-ai-framework/

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