2 h. ago Ghana Local Authorities Association Condemns Fatal Mining Clashes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-local-authorities-association-condemns-fatal-mining-clashes/The National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana (NALAG) has condemned violent clashes at Mpatuam that killed an assemblyman and resident, demanding transparent investigation into the Tuesday tragedy. NALAG’s Ashanti Regional chapter described the deaths as “a painful loss” to both families and Ghana’s local governance structure while calling for full-scale investigation by the Ghana […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-local-authorities-association-condemns-fatal-mining-clashes/

Events

2 h. ago Asanko Gold Pledges Community Dialogue After Fatal Mining Clash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asanko-gold-pledges-community-dialogue-after-fatal-mining-clash/Asanko Gold Ghana has committed to constructive dialogue with local authorities and community leaders following a fatal confrontation at its Mpatuam concession that left an assemblyman and resident dead Tuesday. The mining company confirmed tensions between military personnel and community members escalated, resulting in deaths and damage to contractor equipment during the violent clash at […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asanko-gold-pledges-community-dialogue-after-fatal-mining-clash/

Events

2 h. ago Ghana Assemblyman Killed in Mining Dispute Clash with Soldiers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-assemblyman-killed-in-mining-dispute-clash-with-soldiers/An assemblyman was shot dead Tuesday during violent clashes between soldiers and residents protesting alleged military brutality at Asanko Gold Mines in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. Samson Danquah, the Assemblymember for Aboabo Tetekaaso, was killed on Tuesday during clashes between residents and soldiers at Asanko Gold Mines in Mpatuam, Amansie West District. The fatal confrontation erupted […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-assemblyman-killed-in-mining-dispute-clash-with-soldiers/

Events

2 h. ago Flutterwave Challenges Ghana Central Bank Remittance Suspension

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/flutterwave-challenges-ghana-central-bank-remittance-suspension/Flutterwave has disputed a Bank of Ghana directive suspending its remittance partnerships, calling the move “unexpected” and attributing it to regulatory misunderstanding as the fintech giant seeks swift resolution. The one-month suspension takes effect September 18, 2025, alongside similar penalties for Cellulant Ghana and other payment service providers over regulatory breaches under Ghana’s Updated Guidelines […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/flutterwave-challenges-ghana-central-bank-remittance-suspension/

Politics

2 h. ago Ghana Launches Gold Traceability System to Combat Illegal Mining by End 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-gold-traceability-system-to-combat-illegal-mining-by-end-2025/The Ghana Gold Board will implement a nationwide traceability system by December 2025 to track every gram of gold from mine to export, CEO Sammy Gyamfi announced as the country seeks to formalize its booming small-scale mining sector worth $6.3 billion this year. The comprehensive tracking system will ensure all gold purchased by GoldBod originates […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-gold-traceability-system-to-combat-illegal-mining-by-end-2025/

Events

2 h. ago Ghana Gold Board Supplies Nearly 100kg to Central Bank as Reserves Soar

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-supplies-nearly-100kg-to-central-bank-as-reserves-soar/The Ghana Gold Board has purchased and supplied nearly 100 kilograms of gold from seven large-scale mining companies to the Bank of Ghana, supporting a dramatic expansion of the country’s gold reserves that reached a record 36.02 tonnes in August 2025. CEO Sammy Gyamfi announced the milestone during the maiden Mining and Minerals Convention in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-supplies-nearly-100kg-to-central-bank-as-reserves-soar/

Politics

2 h. ago Ghana Mining Industry Pushes for Collaborative Law Review Amid Reform Tensions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-industry-pushes-for-collaborative-law-review-amid-reform-tensions/The Ghana Chamber of Mines has called for inclusive stakeholder engagement in reviewing the country’s mining legislation, as industry leaders resist government proposals to halve mining lease terms and impose stricter regulatory controls. Speaking at the Mining and Minerals Convention in Accra, Chamber of Mines Chief Operating Officer Ahmed Nantogmah emphasized the need for collaborative […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-industry-pushes-for-collaborative-law-review-amid-reform-tensions/

Society

2 h. ago Afreximbank Unveils US$1 Billion Trade Company to Transform African Commerce

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afreximbank-unveils-us1-billion-trade-company-to-transform-african-commerce/The African Export-Import Bank launched the African Trade and Distribution Company Tuesday in Algeria, pledging $1 billion to shift continental trade from raw material exports toward value-added products and regional distribution networks. The initiative was unveiled during the ongoing Intra-Africa Trade Fair 2025 in Algiers, with Afreximbank President Benedict Oramah officiating the launch ceremony in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/afreximbank-unveils-us1-billion-trade-company-to-transform-african-commerce/

Economics

2 h. ago ‘We can’t tell Joy FM’s story without you’ – Multimedia salutes Tommy Annan

The Multimedia Group has honoured veteran broadcaster Tommy Annan-Forson, affectionately known as the “Godfather of Radio,” as part of activities marking Joy FM’s 30th anniversary celebrations. Led by Fiifi Koomson, General Manager for Joy Brands, a team from the Group paid a courtesy visit to Annan-Forson, presenting him with a commemorative cake and sharing memories […]

Politics

2 h. ago Ghana Plans Two Forensic Labs After Ministers’ Helicopter Deaths

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-two-forensic-labs-after-ministers-helicopter-deaths/Ghana will establish two state-of-the-art forensic laboratories following August’s helicopter crash that killed Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, and six others, National Security Advisor Prosper Bani announced Tuesday. The tragedy exposed critical gaps in Ghana’s forensic infrastructure, particularly in victim identification and evidence processing capabilities, according to Bani’s address at […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-two-forensic-labs-after-ministers-helicopter-deaths/

Politics

2 h. ago Ziope Farmers Threaten Crop Abandonment Over Processing Delays

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ziope-farmers-threaten-crop-abandonment-over-processing-delays/Tomato farmers in Ghana’s Agortime-Ziope District warn they may abandon cultivation entirely unless government addresses chronic post-harvest losses through promised processing infrastructure, as frustrations mount over decades of unfulfilled commitments. Farmers in the Ziope area of the Volta Region express deep concerns over recurring post-harvest losses that have persisted for years without intervention, creating financial […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ziope-farmers-threaten-crop-abandonment-over-processing-delays/

Events

3 h. ago Retired Officials Face Scrutiny Over Dual Salary Entitlements

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/retired-officials-face-scrutiny-over-dual-salary-entitlements/Ghana grapples with constitutional questions as debate intensifies over whether retired public officers should receive full compensation when appointed to new positions, potentially earning combined monthly payments exceeding ₵115,000. The controversy centers on retired Chief Justices who collect ₵65,000 monthly pensions while earning ₵50,000 as Council of State members, creating what critics call an unsustainable […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/retired-officials-face-scrutiny-over-dual-salary-entitlements/

Politics

3 h. ago Oil Markets Gain on Supply Restraint and Geopolitical Tensions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/oil-markets-gain-on-supply-restraint-and-geopolitical-tensions/Brent crude prices climbed above $66 per barrel as OPEC+ agreed to modest production increases while geopolitical concerns over Russian supply disruptions supported the market. Brent crude rose 47 cents, or 0.7%, to $66.49 a barrel during Monday trading, extending gains from the previous session. The benchmark has shown resilience despite broader market uncertainties, with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/oil-markets-gain-on-supply-restraint-and-geopolitical-tensions/

Politics

3 h. ago Ghana Tax Authority Confirms Digital Creator Income Tracking

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-tax-authority-confirms-digital-creator-income-tracking/Ghana’s revenue authority has established comprehensive systems to monitor earnings of bloggers and creative professionals, emphasizing that all income earners must fulfill their tax obligations regardless of sector or operational formality. Isaac Kobina Amoako, Chief Revenue Officer and Head of the Ghana Revenue Authority’s IT Training Centre, disclosed the tracking mechanisms during Joy FM’s 7th […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-tax-authority-confirms-digital-creator-income-tracking/

Politics

3 h. ago African Creative Industries Platform Gains Momentum in Algiers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-creative-industries-platform-gains-momentum-in-algiers/The Creative Africa Nexus is transforming Africa’s cultural industries into viable economic engines at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair in Algiers, connecting thousands of creatives with investors and policymakers across the continent. The initiative, spearheaded by the African Export-Import Bank, spotlights the power of Africa’s cultural industries through exhibitions, performances, and business forums spanning music, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-creative-industries-platform-gains-momentum-in-algiers/

Politics

3 h. ago Obasanjo Celebrates African Trade Progress at Continental Fair

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/obasanjo-celebrates-african-trade-progress-at-continental-fair/Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo highlighted Africa’s dramatic trade transformation during his opening address at the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, declaring that continental commerce has evolved from aspiration to measurable economic reality. Speaking at the fair’s inauguration in Algiers on September 4, 2025, Obasanjo told an audience of policymakers, entrepreneurs, and trade experts that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/obasanjo-celebrates-african-trade-progress-at-continental-fair/

Politics

3 h. ago Ghana Cybersecurity Authority Pushes Industry Compliance Drive

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybersecurity-authority-pushes-industry-compliance-drive/Ghana’s cybersecurity regulator is intensifying efforts to strengthen compliance among operators of critical national infrastructure as cyber threats escalate across the country’s digital landscape. The Cyber Security Authority made the push during a working visit to SGS Ghana Ltd., where Acting Director-General Divine Selase Agbeti emphasized the urgent need for deeper industry collaboration to protect […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybersecurity-authority-pushes-industry-compliance-drive/

Politics

4 h. ago ECG uncovers MoMo fraud trends for meter installation payments in Ashanti Region

The Electricity Company of Ghana has uncovered cases of mobile money fraud in the payment of bills by its customers in the Ashanti region to access certain services.

Politics

5 h. ago Leila Djansi to spearhead film crew networking mixer on September 14

ward-winning Ghanaian-American filmmaker Leila Djansi and Ghanaian film producer Ludwig Mawuli Agbezuhlor will host a networking mixer for film industry professionals on Sunday, September 14, at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.

Politics

6 h. ago Water: ‘Polluter pay’ principle must apply – Ken Ashigbey on galamsey

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Ken Ashigbey, has called for the application of the “polluter pays” principle in response to the Ghana Water Company Limited’s (GWCL) proposal for a 280 percent increase in water tariffs.

Politics