3 h. ago IMANI files RTI request seeking details on new nationwide SIM registration

Policy think tank IMANI Africa has filed a Right to Information (RTI) request seeking full disclosure on the government’s planned nationwide SIM registration exercise set to begin in early 2026. The group says the move is necessary to ensure transparency, legality, and data protection ahead of the rollout. In a request submitted on Monday, December 8, 2025, to the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, IMANI asked for documents covering the legal basis of the new registration regime, technical design, biometric verification systems, procurement records, and oversight arrangements. The request was received by the Minister’s secretary, the think tank confirmed.

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64 h. ago GIMPA Law School dean visits The Hague for international court discussions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gimpa-law-school-dean-visits-the-hague-for-international-court-discussions/The Dean of GIMPA Law School, Dr Kwaku Agyeman-Budu, concluded a landmark visit to The Hague as part of the Ghanaian delegation attending the 24th Annual Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. The visit included discussions on accelerating Ghana’s accession to key international conventions. Alongside senior officials from […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gimpa-law-school-dean-visits-the-hague-for-international-court-discussions/

Events

69 h. ago Vice President says NHIS reforms are boosting public confidence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-says-nhis-reforms-are-boosting-public-confidence/Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang said Thursday that recent reforms in the National Health Insurance Scheme are restoring public trust and driving increased enrollment nationwide. Speaking after a briefing with senior National Health Insurance Authority officials, the Vice President reported that membership numbers are climbing as citizens respond to improved service delivery. The meeting included […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-says-nhis-reforms-are-boosting-public-confidence/

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2 d. ago Examination Cheating Involves Teachers and Headmasters Says Bentil

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/examination-cheating-involves-teachers-and-headmasters-says-bentil/Examination malpractice in Ghana has become a coordinated systemic problem involving school authorities including teachers, headmasters and invigilators, threatening the credibility of national examinations, according to IMANI Africa Vice President Kofi Bentil. His comments on Saturday come as education stakeholders grapple with explanations for the steep decline in 2025 WASSCE performance and growing concerns about […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/examination-cheating-involves-teachers-and-headmasters-says-bentil/

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5 d. ago Health Ministry says over 6,000 newly recruited nurses paid, urges posted Medical officers to report to work

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that over 6,000 newly recruited nurses have received their salaries, covering part of the 13,500 nurses recruited nationwide.

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5 d. ago Lands minister confirms 5% lithium royalty, cabinet to approve comprehensive guidelines

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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5 d. ago Gov’t introduces sliding royalty system to boost Ghana’s gains when lithium prices surge

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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6 d. ago United States Approves Advanced Chip Exports to UAE Firm G42

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/united-states-approves-advanced-chip-exports-to-uae-firm-g42/The White House has authorized exports of advanced artificial intelligence semiconductors to G42, the United Arab Emirates based technology company, marking a significant transition from planning to deployment within the UAE-U.S. AI corridor. The approval enables full scale deployment of trusted AI infrastructure and accelerates foundational projects already underway in the UAE. Key initiatives include […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/united-states-approves-advanced-chip-exports-to-uae-firm-g42/

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6 d. ago Ghana not included in U.S. Green Card review — Foreign Minister confirms after meeting with US envoy

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that Ghana is not part of the United States government’s latest Green Card review and temporary immigration suspension, following a formal briefing from the Acting US Ambassador to Ghana, Rolf Olson.

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7 d. ago Zipline Contract Faces Cancellation Despite Study Showing Health Gains

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/Ghana’s medical drone delivery service faces potential termination despite a peer reviewed study showing substantial health improvements, as Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga renews calls for contract cancellation over financial sustainability concerns. A study published in BMC (BioMed Central) Health Services Research reports significant health gains among Zipline supported facilities, including a 20 percent increase in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/

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7 d. ago Zipline deal: Cancellation not yet decided – Minister of Health

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, confirmed on Monday, December 1, 2025, that the government is engaged in ongoing discussions with drone delivery service Zipline Ghana regarding the future of their critical medical supply contract.

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7 d. ago My vision is to create a borderless Africa through content creation – Bucci Franklin

Nigerian actor Bucci Franklin has said that his current mission is to help build a borderless Africa through content creation, using platforms across the continent, including Ghana, to push the agenda. He noted that Ghana is blessed with remarkable talent and rich creative resources, adding that many African countries look to Ghana for quality content […]

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8 d. ago Netherlands Donates Advanced Scanners to Strengthen Ghana’s Drug Fight

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/netherlands-donates-advanced-scanners-to-strengthen-ghanas-drug-fight/The Government of the Netherlands has donated two state-of-the-art advanced airport passenger scanners to the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking through Kotoka International Airport (KIA). The announcement followed a two-day international conference on drug markets in West Africa held in Accra. The new equipment includes a full-body […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/netherlands-donates-advanced-scanners-to-strengthen-ghanas-drug-fight/

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8 d. ago Ghana has a role to play in addressing security challenges in West Africa – EU Rep to Sahel

The European Union’s Special Representative to the Sahel is urging coastal West African States including Ghana to tackle what he described as very “significant security challenges” in the sub-region.

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8 d. ago GACL Aligns Infrastructure Projects with 24 Hour Economy Initiative

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gacl-aligns-infrastructure-projects-with-24-hour-economy-initiative/Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has outlined comprehensive infrastructure modernization plans designed to transform Kotoka International Airport into West Africa’s premier aviation gateway while supporting the government’s 24 hour economy initiative launched in July 2025. The state owned airport operator, which commenced operations in January 2007, manages Kotoka International Airport and five regional airports including […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gacl-aligns-infrastructure-projects-with-24-hour-economy-initiative/

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1 week ago World Health Expo (WHX) Leaders Africa confirms Ministerial Delegation, Speaker Roster and Core Plan to Shape a Unified Health Agenda for Africa’s Next Decade

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-health-expo-whx-leaders-africa-confirms-ministerial-delegation-speaker-roster-and-core-plan-to-shape-a-unified-health-agenda-for-africas-next-decade/WHX Leaders Africa has today confirmed a strong ministerial delegation, a diverse line-up of global and regional health leaders, and a comprehensive agenda for its 2025 summit in Accra. This year’s conference builds on the rising momentum behind digital transformation, local manufacturing, improved supply chains and integrated primary care. The conference aims to accelerate delivery […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-health-expo-whx-leaders-africa-confirms-ministerial-delegation-speaker-roster-and-core-plan-to-shape-a-unified-health-agenda-for-africas-next-decade/

Politics

1 week ago Trump Orders Green Card Review for 19 Countries After Shooting

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-orders-green-card-review-for-19-countries-after-shooting/The Trump administration has directed a comprehensive reexamination of all green cards issued to nationals from 19 countries designated as “of concern” following the deadly shooting of two National Guard members in Washington. Nigeria, recently classified as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) by the Trump administration for religious freedom violations, is not included on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-orders-green-card-review-for-19-countries-after-shooting/

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1 week ago Wisconsin University Graduates 1,864 Students During Silver Jubilee Celebrations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wisconsin-university-graduates-1864-students-during-silver-jubilee-celebrations/Wisconsin International University College (WIUC) marked a double milestone this week, conferring degrees on 1,864 graduates while celebrating 25 years of academic excellence in Ghana’s higher education landscape. The graduation ceremony brought together students, faculty, and distinguished guests under the theme WIUC’s Silver Jubilee: Celebrating 25 Years of Impactful Education. The Class of 2025 includes […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wisconsin-university-graduates-1864-students-during-silver-jubilee-celebrations/

Sport

1 week ago Wesley Girls’ case: No right is divisible; we won’t deny any girl her faith – Education Minister

Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the religious rights of all students in Ghana, including Muslim students currently at the centre of a legal challenge involving Wesley Girls’ High School.

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2 w. ago Tema–Dawhenya dual carriageway set for completion within two uears — Kwame Agbodza

The dualisation of the Tema Community 25–Dawhenya road is expected to be completed within the next two years, the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has confirmed.

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