2 h. ago COP30 in Brazil Marked Again by Tensions Over Methods to Address Climate Change

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Abayomi Azikiwe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cop30-in-brazil-marked-again-by-tensions-over-methods-to-address-climate-change/This gathering issued a comprehensive program for preserving the planet, yet the United States continues to sabotage efforts to curb global warming since it rejects the scientific data pointing to a deteriorating environment around the world Political Review Brazil hosted the United Nations Climate Conference (COP30) in the city of Belem in the north of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Abayomi Azikiwe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cop30-in-brazil-marked-again-by-tensions-over-methods-to-address-climate-change/

Politics

3 h. ago MTN Ghana Launches 16 Days Campaign Against Digital Violence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-launches-16-days-campaign-against-digital-violence/MTN Ghana partnered with the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit to launch the 2025 edition of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on Wednesday, December 4, at the Police Depot Cluster of Schools in Tesano, Accra. The campaign themed Unite to End Digital Violence Against Women and Children aims to protect vulnerable groups […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-launches-16-days-campaign-against-digital-violence/

Events

3 h. ago Newmont Dominates 2025 Ghana Mining Industry Awards with Seven Honours

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/newmont-dominates-2025-ghana-mining-industry-awards-with-seven-honours/Newmont emerged as the standout performer at the 2025 Ghana Mining Industry Awards held Friday, December 6, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, winning seven major honours for excellence in innovation, environmental stewardship and community development. The company’s Ahafo South mine captured Best Green Mine and Best Performer in Innovation while earning runner-up positions […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/newmont-dominates-2025-ghana-mining-industry-awards-with-seven-honours/

Events

3 h. ago World Bank Issues US$200 Million Bond for Ghana Clean Cooking Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/The World Bank priced a 200 million dollar Clean Cooking Outcome Bond on Thursday, December 5, 2025, aiming to distribute over 415,000 cleaner cookstoves to Ghanaian households and make clean cooking accessible to 1.3 million people. The six-year bond represents the first financing instrument linking investor returns to carbon credits generated under Article 6.2 of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/

Economics

10 h. ago Shippers Authority vows to protect importers and exporters under new regulatory mandate

The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) says it is fully prepared to support shippers to export, import, and clear their goods without any hindrance, following its transformation into a regulatory body under the Ghana Shippers Authority Act 1122 (2024). The Authority describes the new law as a major step in strengthening transparency, fairness, and cost-effective governance […]

Politics

13 h. ago High Court grants OSP anonymity for key witness in Charles Bissue corruption trial

The Criminal Division of the High Court today granted a crucial application by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to protect its first prosecution witness in the high-profile corruption trial of former Inter-Ministerial Committee on Illegal Mining (IMCIM) Secretary, Charles Bissue, and two others.

Events

13 h. ago Oboy Sika returns with new hit single “DammI Scopa” after years abroad

Ghanaian highlife lovers have reason to celebrate as celebrated musician Samuel Nana Kwakye, widely known by his stage name Oboy Sika, makes a powerful return to the music scene with his brand-new single, “DammI Scopa.” Oboy Sika, long admired for his soulful vocals and distinctly African sound, has built a legacy rooted in authenticity and […]

Events

14 h. ago Pure Akan’s Nyame Mma Festival thrills fans with culture, music and creativity

The Nyame Mma Festival, curated by celebrated Ghanaian musician Pure Akan, came off at the Alliance Française in Accra, delivering a great fusion of music, culture and creative expression.

Culture

15 h. ago Nana Asaase to host ‘Mental Pictures 9: By the Fireside’ on December 12 

Ghanaian poet and cultural storyteller Nana Asaase is set to host the ninth edition of his flagship literary show, titled ‘Mental Pictures 9: By the Fireside’. 

Events

16 h. ago Ghanaian cocoa communities mobilised against galamsey to protect livelihoods and environment

Awakwai is a farmer in the Sika Nti community at Asankragua in the Western Region. When he migrated to the community to work on a cocoa farm to make a living, he entered into a land tenure arrangement to farm his cocoa. But he will soon lose the land as the owner has sold the land out for mining. Without a farm and any alternative source of income, the young man was faced with a dilemma: the choice to either live on an empty stomach or take up employment at an illegal mining site, locally known as ‘Galamsey’. The Chief of Jomoro, Nana Kwame Ketebu II, acknowledged that “any survival that affects the environment is unsustainable.”

Politics

16 h. ago They don’t ask for permission before using my songs – Stella Seal

Veteran Ghanaian gospel artiste Stella Aba Seal has raised concern about what she sees as a growing disregard for industry trailblazers, saying many young musicians use her songs without seeking permission.

Events

16 h. ago UESD @5: Seth Terkper hails rapid growth but warns infrastructure gaps are slowing progress

The University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD) has marked its fifth anniversary with celebration and sober reflection. Its council chairman, former Finance Minister Seth Terkper, praised its remarkable growth but warned that critical infrastructure gaps continue to hold the young institution back. Speaking at the university’s second congregation ceremony in Somanya, Mr Terkper said […]

Events

17 h. ago Economist Godfred Bokpin slams Ghana’s ‘talk show country’ mentality

Ghanaian economist Professor Godfred Bokpin has criticised Ghana’s public discourse, arguing that national policy decisions are overwhelmingly shaped by emotion and political dogmatism rather than concrete evidence.

Politics

18 h. ago Energy Ministry says PURC’s 9% tariff increase needed to protect utilities and fund power investments

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has defended the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) recent decision to raise electricity tariffs by 9% effective January 2026, amid concerns raised by the Trades Union Congress (TUC).

Politics

21 h. ago NAIMOS ramps up Eastern Region clampdown, shuts major galamsey sites on Akyem Oda stretch

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has reinforced its relentless offensive against illegal mining, completing another high-impact operation across the Eastern Region on Sunday, 8 December 2025.

Politics

22 h. ago Galamsey fight: NAIMOS set to deploy 50 officers to Western Region  

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) is set to deploy the first batch of 50 officers to help intensify the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) activities in the Western Region.

Events

32 h. ago Africa Unites in Unprecedented Acts of Generosity for GivingTuesday 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-unites-in-unprecedented-acts-of-generosity-for-givingtuesday-2025/The Continent Adopts a Global Movement and Transforms it into a uniquely African Celebration of Care and Shared Humanity Millions across the world’s most generous continent by percentage of income donated came together on December 2, 2025, with unprecedented continental coordination to celebrate GivingTuesday, honouring giving traditions that have sustained communities for centuries and transforming […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-unites-in-unprecedented-acts-of-generosity-for-givingtuesday-2025/

Politics

32 h. ago Finance Minister charges Osu Tax Office staff to boost revenue, pledges support and incentives

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has urged staff of the Osu Tax Service Centre to scale up their efforts in domestic revenue mobilisation.

Politics

33 h. ago Minerals Development Fund implements environmentally sustainable, profitable initiative for small

The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has launched an environmentally sustainable mining initiative to reduce water and land degradation in small-scale mining.

Politics

36 h. ago Ketu South’s sinking communities look to new sea defence to halt forced migration

Navi Borrika stood beside the broken remains of her father’s house, staring at the waves that had taken everything she once called home.

Politics