9 h. ago Ghana Moves to Repeal Forest Reserve Mining Regulations Amid Environmental Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-repeal-forest-reserve-mining-regulations-amid-environmental-crisis/Ghana’s government has initiated the formal repeal of two key mining regulations governing forest reserves, as the country intensifies its fight against illegal mining that has devastated water bodies and forest ecosystems. Acting Minister of Environment, Science and Technology Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has written to the Attorney General requesting immediate revocation of Legislative Instrument (L.I.) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-repeal-forest-reserve-mining-regulations-amid-environmental-crisis/

Events

39 h. ago Zabzugu MP says Chief Justice’s dismissal key to restoring judicial credibility

The Member of Parliament for Zabzugu, Alhassan Umar, has welcomed the dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, insisting the move will help rebuild confidence in Ghana’s judicial system.

Sport

60 h. ago McDan Warns Entrepreneurs Against Confusing Movement with Momentum

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mcdan-warns-entrepreneurs-against-confusing-movement-with-momentum/Ghanaian business mogul Dr. Daniel McKorley has delivered a stark warning to young entrepreneurs, cautioning against the dangerous trap of appearing busy while achieving little genuine progress in their ventures. The founder and CEO of McDan Group, popularly known as McDan, issued the pointed advice through social media, expressing concern about entrepreneurs who spread themselves […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mcdan-warns-entrepreneurs-against-confusing-movement-with-momentum/

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4 d. ago Chamber of Mines opposes 15 years lease tenure, warns of investment risks

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has raised strong concerns over proposed amendments to the Minerals and Mining Act which is seeking to reduce the duration of mining leases from 30 years to 15 years. According to the Chamber, such a move could significantly undermine the attractiveness of Ghana’s mining industry — both local and foreign […]

Events

5 d. ago Liverpool Secure British Record £125m Deal for Newcastle Striker Isak

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/liverpool-secure-british-record-125m-deal-for-newcastle-striker-isak/Liverpool have agreed a British transfer record fee of £125 million to sign Sweden striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, ending a protracted summer transfer saga on deadline day. Sources close to the deal confirmed to BBC Sport that an agreement is now in place for the 25-year-old forward to move to Anfield. Isak is […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/liverpool-secure-british-record-125m-deal-for-newcastle-striker-isak/

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6 d. ago Policy Experts Praise Mahama’s Plan to Remove Foreign Retail Investment Barriers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-experts-praise-mahamas-plan-to-remove-foreign-retail-investment-barriers/IMANI Africa has thrown its support behind President John Mahama’s decision to eliminate the $1 million minimum capital requirement for foreign trading companies, calling it a transformative reform that could revitalize Ghana’s retail sector. The policy think tank describes the move as a “bold shift” away from protectionist measures that have limited competition and consumer […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-experts-praise-mahamas-plan-to-remove-foreign-retail-investment-barriers/

Events

7 d. ago Ghana Moves to Revoke Mining Law After Pressure Over Forest Destruction

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-revoke-mining-law-after-pressure-over-forest-destruction/The government has begun formal proceedings to scrap legislation governing small-scale mining operations, bowing to intense pressure from environmental groups demanding stronger action against illegal mining activities. Acting Environment Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has written to the Attorney General requesting revocation of Legislative Instrument 2462 and its amendment, marking a significant policy reversal for the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-revoke-mining-law-after-pressure-over-forest-destruction/

Events

7 d. ago Ghana’s Central Bank Moves to Regulate Digital Lending Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-central-bank-moves-to-regulate-digital-lending-sector/Ghana’s central bank has stepped in to bring order to the country’s rapidly expanding digital lending market, signaling stricter oversight for financial technology companies and other lenders operating in the space. The Bank of Ghana announced that digital credit services now fall under formal regulatory classification as non-bank financial services. The designation puts digital lenders […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-central-bank-moves-to-regulate-digital-lending-sector/

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8 d. ago Ag. Environment Minister moves to revoke mining regulations in fresh push against galamsey

The Acting Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has initiated a decisive legal step to strengthen Ghana’s fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

Politics

8 d. ago Ghana moves to standardise migration data collection methods

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-standardise-migration-data-collection-methods/The Ghana Statistical Service is hosting a three-day national workshop to create uniform standards for tracking labour migration and recruitment costs across the country. The initiative brings together government ministries, international organizations, and academic institutions to address inconsistencies that currently undermine migration data reliability. Multiple agencies collect migration statistics using different methods, creating confusion for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-moves-to-standardise-migration-data-collection-methods/

Politics

9 d. ago Elevate women beyond HR level – 2nd Dep. Governor of BoG  tells corporate Ghana

The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has called on corporate organisations to move beyond tokenism and intentionally create leadership opportunities for women in areas that shape culture, drive strategy, and spark innovation. Speaking at the 11th Women in HR Conference organised by the Ghana Employers’ Association in Accra, Mrs. […]

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9 d. ago Bank of Ghana Forex Crackdown Threatens Black Market Operations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-forex-crackdown-threatens-black-market-operations/Ghana’s informal dollar trading network faces its biggest challenge in years as new Bank of Ghana regulations threaten to disrupt a market that has thrived on foreign currency shortages in commercial banks. The central bank’s latest measures, taking effect September 1, introduce stringent declaration requirements for travelers and importers carrying significant foreign currency. The move […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-forex-crackdown-threatens-black-market-operations/

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1 week ago Trump’s 50% India Tariffs Take Effect, Straining Key Partnership

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trumps-50-india-tariffs-take-effect-straining-key-partnership/The United States imposed punitive tariffs of up to 50 percent on Indian goods today, marking a dramatic escalation in trade tensions between two countries that have grown increasingly close over the past two decades. President Donald Trump imposed the crushing tariff on Indian goods to punish the country for buying Russian oil, a move […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trumps-50-india-tariffs-take-effect-straining-key-partnership/

Politics

1 week ago Professor Adu Boahen’s Rejection In 1996; Was It Due To His Tribe Or Religion?

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/professor-adu-boahens-rejection-in-1996-was-it-due-to-his-tribe-or-religion/Professor Albert Kwadwo Adu Boahen, an Ashanti from Juaben but born in Oseim, Eastern Region was the first Presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) under the 4th Republican Constitution of Ghana. This is the man credited with breaking the “culture of silence” in Ghana. He was the Co-founder of Movement for Freedom and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/professor-adu-boahens-rejection-in-1996-was-it-due-to-his-tribe-or-religion/

Politics

1 week ago Stakeholders happy with reverse school calendar in the country

Stakeholders in quality education delivery in the country have lauded the move by the Ghana Education Service (GES) to reverse the educational system to the former schedules.

Politics

1 week ago Ghana Clears GH¢9.7bn Debt Payment in Confidence Building Move

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-clears-gh%c2%a29-7bn-debt-payment-in-confidence-building-move/Ghana has cleared GH¢9.7 billion in coupon arrears under its Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, a move economists view as crucial for rebuilding investor trust and paving the way for future bond market access. The payment brings total debt service for 2025 to GH¢19.4 billion as the country works to restore credibility following its debt restructuring. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-clears-gh%c2%a29-7bn-debt-payment-in-confidence-building-move/

Economics

1 week ago Burkina Faso Moves Up Bagre Dam Release, Ghana Communities on Alert

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/burkina-faso-moves-up-bagre-dam-release-ghana-communities-on-alert/Burkina Faso’s national power company has accelerated plans to open the Bagre Dam floodgates, prompting Ghana’s Water Resources Commission to issue urgent warnings to downstream communities along the White Volta River. SONABEL began opening the dam gates on Monday, two days earlier than the originally scheduled Wednesday release date, after water levels reached 90.24% of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/burkina-faso-moves-up-bagre-dam-release-ghana-communities-on-alert/

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1 week ago Bagre Dam Spillage Moved Forward as Water Levels Hit Critical Threshold

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bagre-dam-spillage-moved-forward-as-water-levels-hit-critical-threshold/Authorities in Burkina Faso have moved the scheduled spillage of the Bagre Dam forward by two days following heavy rainfall that pushed water levels to near-maximum capacity. The controlled release, initially planned for Wednesday, August 27, will now begin on Monday, August 25, at 8:00 AM. SONABEL, the power-producing company managing the dam, announced the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bagre-dam-spillage-moved-forward-as-water-levels-hit-critical-threshold/

Events

2 w. ago Ghanaian entrepreneurs seek further opportunities in Turkey at biggest industry forum

More Ghanaian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are seeking further opportunities from Turkey as Ghana and Turkey deepens their relationship. The move forms part of initiatives to diversify markets across the globe to minimise geopolitical risks. As part of initiatives to enhance the move, Access Bank Ghana and Litina Travel supported about 30 entrepreneurs to […]

Politics

2 w. ago GES assures teachers amid concerns over 2025 promotion registration

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has moved to reassure teachers nationwide following concerns raised about the ongoing registration process for the 2025 teacher promotion exercise.

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