36 h. ago FDA Western Region Threatens Legal Action Over Food Vendor Permits

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fda-western-region-threatens-legal-action-over-food-vendor-permits/Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority has intensified enforcement of mandatory Street Food Vendor Permits in the Western Region, threatening prosecution for operators who fail to comply with the 2022 requirement designed to improve public health standards. The permit, introduced under the Public Health Act 2012, aims to enhance sanitary conditions among roadside and mobile food […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fda-western-region-threatens-legal-action-over-food-vendor-permits/

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3 d. ago Legal expert demands constitutional changes after Chief Justice departure

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legal-expert-demands-constitutional-changes-after-chief-justice-departure/Prominent lawyer Martin Kpebu has intensified pressure on Ghana to overhaul its constitution, citing the recent exit of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo as evidence that judicial independence remains under threat. Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Point of View programme Monday, Kpebu targeted Article 144 of the 1992 Constitution, which grants presidents […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legal-expert-demands-constitutional-changes-after-chief-justice-departure/

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6 d. ago Mining Industry Demands Special Funding Vehicle for Ghana Railway Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mining-industry-demands-special-funding-vehicle-for-ghana-railway-project/Ghana’s mining sector has intensified calls for a dedicated financing structure to fast-track construction of the Western Corridor railway, warning that delays could undermine the country’s industrial development goals. The Ghana Chamber of Mines wants government to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle that would secure funding and oversee the long-delayed rail project. Industry leaders describe […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mining-industry-demands-special-funding-vehicle-for-ghana-railway-project/

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1 week ago Continental Cyber Sweep Yields 1,209 Arrests, US$97.4M Recovery

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/continental-cyber-sweep-yields-1209-arrests-us97-4m-recovery/A massive three-month cybercrime crackdown across Africa has resulted in over 1,200 arrests and the recovery of nearly $100 million, marking one of the continent’s most successful digital crime operations. Operation Serengeti 2.0 swept through 18 African nations and the UK between June and August 2025, dismantling criminal networks behind ransomware attacks, email fraud schemes, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/continental-cyber-sweep-yields-1209-arrests-us97-4m-recovery/

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1 week ago MTN Ghana Ramps Up Fraud Warnings During Homowo Festival Celebrations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ramps-up-fraud-warnings-during-homowo-festival-celebrations/MTN Ghana has intensified its public education campaign against mobile money fraud, using the Homowo festivities as a platform to reach customers directly. The telecom company is combining traditional festival donations with crucial cybersecurity messaging to protect users from increasingly sophisticated scams. Chief Customer Relations Officer Jemima Kotei-Walsh announced the initiative alongside a GH¢20,000 donation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ramps-up-fraud-warnings-during-homowo-festival-celebrations/

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2 w. ago Galamsey fight: 12 arrested, 25 chanfang machines destroyed in Western region

The fight against illegal mining in the Western Region has recorded another major breakthrough. Twelve suspects have been arrested while 25 chanfang machines were destroyed in a joint operation by the Western Regional Security Council.

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2 w. ago Zoomlion Intensifies Malaria Fight by Targeting Mosquito Breeding Sites

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zoomlion-intensifies-malaria-fight-by-targeting-mosquito-breeding-sites/Ghana has launched a nationwide effort to eliminate malaria by attacking the disease at its source. Waste management company Zoomlion is leading a program that targets mosquito breeding grounds before insects can mature and spread illness. This initiative represents a strategic shift in Ghana’s health approach, moving from controlling malaria symptoms toward completely eliminating the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zoomlion-intensifies-malaria-fight-by-targeting-mosquito-breeding-sites/

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2 w. ago Central Bank Chiefs Under Pressure to Defend Independence at Key Forum

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/central-bank-chiefs-under-pressure-to-defend-independence-at-key-forum/Financial leaders are urging Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and his global counterparts to take a strong stand in defense of central bank independence at this week’s Jackson Hole symposium. The annual gathering of central bankers comes amid heightened concerns over political interference in monetary policy decisions. The call follows intensified attacks from President Donald […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/central-bank-chiefs-under-pressure-to-defend-independence-at-key-forum/

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2 w. ago Calls Grow for King Xenodzi to Lead National Review of Prophesies in Ghana As King proposes an Economic Whitepaper for Ghana’s Future

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/calls-grow-for-king-xenodzi-to-lead-national-review-of-prophesies-in-ghana-as-king-proposes-an-economic-whitepaper-for-ghanas-future/A growing public debate over whether Ghana should formally “review” prophecies has intensified after a heated media exchange between veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr. and politician Elvis Afriyie Ankrah. Pratt questioned the feasibility of such a review, prompting a flurry of online and offline reactions. Among the responses gaining traction is a viral comment naming […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/calls-grow-for-king-xenodzi-to-lead-national-review-of-prophesies-in-ghana-as-king-proposes-an-economic-whitepaper-for-ghanas-future/

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2 w. ago Cybercrime crackdown: CSA & CID storm Adom City, 39 suspects arrested

A joint operation by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) and the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has resulted in the arrest of 39 individuals at Adom City Estate, Tema Community 25, Greater Accra, in what officials describe as a significant crackdown on cybercrime networks.

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2 w. ago Ghana Seizes 3,000 Excavators in Mining Registration Crackdown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-seizes-3000-excavators-in-mining-registration-crackdown/Ghana’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority has intensified its fight against illegal mining by registering thousands of previously unregistered excavators while impounding those that failed to comply. The move forms part of broader efforts to curb the environmental damage caused by unauthorized mining operations. DVLA CEO Julius Neequaye Kotey revealed that a recent nationwide registration […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-seizes-3000-excavators-in-mining-registration-crackdown/

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2 w. ago Ghana Demands Action on Illegal Mining After Deadly Ministerial Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-demands-action-on-illegal-mining-after-deadly-ministerial-crash/The tragic helicopter crash that killed eight officials, including two cabinet ministers, has intensified calls for Ghana to confront its illegal mining crisis. Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa declared the victims “Martyrs of August 6” and insisted their mission for environmental justice must now drive decisive action against galamsey. The ill-fated flight was carrying Defence […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-demands-action-on-illegal-mining-after-deadly-ministerial-crash/

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3 w. ago Ghana Pension Assets Cross GH¢86 Billion on Enforcement Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pension-assets-cross-gh%c2%a286-billion-on-enforcement-push/Ghana’s pension industry shattered records in 2024, reaching a total of GH¢86.23 billion in assets under management. This marks a substantial 39.5% increase from the GH¢61.8 billion recorded just a year earlier, as detailed in the latest Financial Sector Report. The surge stems from multiple factors working in concert. Authorities intensified enforcement against employers dodging […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pension-assets-cross-gh%c2%a286-billion-on-enforcement-push/

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3 w. ago Ghana Ministers Lead National Mourning for Crash Victims as Election Debate Intensifies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlarbi led a somber delegation to honor eight victims of the August 6 helicopter crash, visiting memorial sites across government institutions. At the Flagstaff House Ceremonial Gardens, Terlarbi accompanied by ministry directors praised the deceased as “gallant patriots” while signing condolence books at the Defence, Environment, and NADMO headquarters. The […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/

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3 w. ago Helicopter Crash Ignites Renewed Calls to End Ghana’s Illegal Mining

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-ignites-renewed-calls-to-end-ghanas-illegal-mining/A devastating military helicopter crash that killed eight prominent Ghanaians, including two government ministers, has intensified demands for decisive action against illegal mining. The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed the aircraft vanished from radar en route from Accra to Obuasi last Wednesday, with eyewitnesses reporting the wreckage burned beyond recognition. Among the victims were Defence Minister […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/helicopter-crash-ignites-renewed-calls-to-end-ghanas-illegal-mining/

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3 w. ago Ghana Bolsters Tourism Leadership with Dual Board Inaugurations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-bolsters-tourism-leadership-with-dual-board-inaugurations/Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie has inaugurated governing boards for the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC), signaling intensified efforts to position Ghana as a premier cultural and investment destination. The move aims to drive innovation and stakeholder collaboration in a sector critical to economic diversification. “Your leadership must embody integrity […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-bolsters-tourism-leadership-with-dual-board-inaugurations/

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3 w. ago Ghana Intensifies Child Labor Crackdown to Protect Cocoa Exports

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-intensifies-child-labor-crackdown-to-protect-cocoa-exports/Ghana is racing to secure its vital cocoa exports to Europe by eliminating child labor and ensuring full farm-to-port traceability before new EU regulations take effect in December 2025. The world’s second-largest cocoa producer faces high stakes: over 60% of its beans feed European chocolate markets now governed by strict EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) rules […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-intensifies-child-labor-crackdown-to-protect-cocoa-exports/

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4 w. ago Ghana Intensifies Cybercrime Crackdown with 65 Arrests in Joint Operation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-intensifies-cybercrime-crackdown-with-65-arrests-in-joint-operation/Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority (CSA) and Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have dismantled major cybercrime networks in a three-month nationwide sweep, arresting 65 suspects across four hotspots. The operation, spanning May to July 2025, revealed 72% of those detained were foreign nationals, with human trafficking victims identified among the accused. Acting CSA Director-General Divine Selase Agbeti […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-intensifies-cybercrime-crackdown-with-65-arrests-in-joint-operation/

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4 w. ago Ghana Faces Sports Piracy Threat as DStv Fee Dispute Intensifies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-sports-piracy-threat-as-dstv-fee-dispute-intensifies/A regulatory ultimatum threatening DStv’s operations in Ghana could trigger a surge in illegal streaming days before the English Premier League season begins. The Communications Ministry demanded MultiChoice, DStv’s parent company, cut subscription fees by 30% by August 7, citing unfair regional pricing. Failure risks license suspension, potentially leaving football fans without legal broadcasts when […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-sports-piracy-threat-as-dstv-fee-dispute-intensifies/

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4 w. ago NPP Flagbearer Race Intensifies as MPs Reveal Candidate Loyalties

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/npp-flagbearer-race-intensifies-as-mps-reveal-candidate-loyalties/Ghana’s opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is navigating a pivotal phase in its flagbearer contest, with parliamentarians publicly aligning with candidates ahead of a fiercely competitive primary. Endorsements have begun reshaping internal alliances, exposing early frontrunners and strategic divisions within the party. Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia holds a significant lead in declared MP support. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/npp-flagbearer-race-intensifies-as-mps-reveal-candidate-loyalties/

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