6 h. ago New BoG building: We commit to focusing on primary responsibility despite controversy – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama has assured the public that the central bank remains committed to its primary responsibility of ensuring monetary stability, despite ongoing controversy over its new headquarters building.

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10 h. ago We can’t underestimate impacts of Covid–19 and Russian/Ukrainian War on Ghana’s Economy – Dr. George Domfe

The Executive Director at policy think tank, the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy, IERPP, Dr. George Domfe, has dismissed claims that Ghana’s economy was not adversely impacted by the deadly coronavirus pandemic and the war Russia waged on Ukraine.

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12 h. ago Gideon Boako breaks down Ghana’s debt contribution: NDC 43%, NPP 38%

The Member of Parliament for Tano North, Gideon Boako, has provided a breakdown of Ghana’s total public debt, attributing 43% to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration and 38% to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government.

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43 h. ago IMANI proposes a RESET on governance to revitalise Ghana’s economy

The founding president and CEO of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has proposed a radical approach to governance reform aimed at tackling Ghana’s entrenched public financial mismanagement.

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54 h. ago Harassment, discrimination, and exclusion: women and vulnerable groups share the struggles of public transport in Ghana

Every day, women navigate Ghana’s public transport system, as passengers, workers and vendors whose livelihoods depend on the busy lorry stations and terminals.

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54 h. ago We must enforce responsible public financial management – Mahama

President John Mahama has called on Ghanaians to prioritise effective public financial management as part of efforts to rebuild the country’s economy and set it on the right path.

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5 d. ago Building Trust, Driving Progress: How Ghana’s public sector can harness public relations

Imagine a Ghana where citizens trust their government, where policies are understood and supported, and where public services are delivered efficiently and transparently. This vision is not a distant dream but a tangible reality that can be achieved through the strategic use of public relations (PR) in the public sector. In an era where information […]

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5 d. ago Amplify Ghana Introduces ‘Creatives Connect’ with Inaugural Edition

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://newsghana.com.gh/amplify-ghana-introduces-creatives-connect-with-inaugural-edition/Ghana’s leading creative’s promotion and public relations (PR) agency Amplify Ghana is partnering with Vibrate Space for an exclusive “Creatives Connect” session this Independence weekend.  This event, aimed at connecting, expanding, and networking with key industry players and other creatives, will be hosted at the Vibrate Space at Shiashie, Accra, on Saturday, March 8, 2025. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://newsghana.com.gh/amplify-ghana-introduces-creatives-connect-with-inaugural-edition/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Digital Dream Faces Debt and Red Tape, Mahama Vows Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-digital-dream-faces-debt-and-red-tape-mahama-vows-overhaul/President John Mahama has pledged a radical expansion of Ghana’s digital infrastructure, calling it vital to unlocking innovation, modernizing public services, and competing in Africa’s tech race—but admitted the plan must first confront a web of debt, outdated laws, and systemic gaps. During his State of the Nation address to Parliament, Mahama framed the digital […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-digital-dream-faces-debt-and-red-tape-mahama-vows-overhaul/

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5 d. ago Mahama Thanks Labour for Accepting 10% Pay Rise Amid Economic Challenges

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-thanks-labour-for-accepting-10-pay-rise-amid-economic-challenges/President John Dramani Mahama has expressed gratitude to labour unions for accepting a 10% salary increase for public sector workers, describing the decision as a “sacrifice” necessary for Ghana’s economic recovery. During his maiden State of the Nation Address on February 27, 2025, Mahama acknowledged the difficulties faced by workers but expressed confidence that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-thanks-labour-for-accepting-10-pay-rise-amid-economic-challenges/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Debt Crisis Deepens as Mahama Warns of “Broken” Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-debt-crisis-deepens-as-mahama-warns-of-broken-economy/President John Mahama delivered a stark appraisal of Ghana’s economic turmoil during his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) of his second term on February 27, 2025, declaring the country “broken on many fronts” due to unsustainable debt levels and systemic mismanagement. Speaking to Parliament, Mahama revealed that Ghana’s public debt has ballooned to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-debt-crisis-deepens-as-mahama-warns-of-broken-economy/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Oil Revenue Projects Face Delays Amid Calls for Structural Reform

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-revenue-projects-face-delays-amid-calls-for-structural-reform/A recent panel convened by Ghana’s Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has exposed systemic challenges in managing petroleum revenue-funded projects, with officials urging urgent legislative reforms to curb inefficiencies and politicized spending. The discussion, titled “A Comprehensive Look at PIAC’s Inspection of Petroleum Revenue-Funded Projects in 2024,” brought together technical experts and civil society representatives who […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-revenue-projects-face-delays-amid-calls-for-structural-reform/

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6 d. ago Ghana’s Public Debt Soars to GH₵721 Billion as Key State Firms Collapse Under Debt

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-public-debt-soars-to-gh%e2%82%b5721-billion-as-key-state-firms-collapse-under-debt/President John Mahama delivered a stark assessment of Ghana’s economy during his first State of the Nation Address of his second term, revealing a staggering public debt of GH₵721 billion alongside crippling liabilities in critical state-owned enterprises. Describing the nation as “broken on many fronts,” Mahama attributed the crisis to years of financial mismanagement, warning […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-public-debt-soars-to-gh%e2%82%b5721-billion-as-key-state-firms-collapse-under-debt/

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6 d. ago Mahama’s Economic Revival Pledge Earns Parliamentary Backing, Sparks Public Hope

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-revival-pledge-earns-parliamentary-backing-sparks-public-hope/Ghana’s Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has hailed President John Mahama’s 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) as a beacon of hope for citizens grappling with a protracted economic crisis, pledging full parliamentary support for the administration’s recovery agenda. Speaking in Parliament after the President’s address, Ayariga underscored the gravity of Ghana’s fiscal challenges but […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-economic-revival-pledge-earns-parliamentary-backing-sparks-public-hope/

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6 d. ago Mahama Pledges Economic Reset as Ghana Grapples with Record Debt, Inflation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-pledges-economic-reset-as-ghana-grapples-with-record-debt-inflation/President John Mahama confronted Ghana’s dire fiscal realities head-on during his first State of the Nation Address (SONA) since reclaiming office, admitting the economy is “in crisis” but vowing aggressive reforms to stabilize it. With public debt soaring to GHȼ721 billion (approximately $60 billion) and inflation eroding purchasing power, Mahama outlined a recovery plan anchored […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-pledges-economic-reset-as-ghana-grapples-with-record-debt-inflation/

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6 d. ago Mahama Backs Madina MP’s 5% Minimum Employment Bill for PWDs

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-backs-madina-mps-5-minimum-employment-bill-for-pwds/President John Dramani Mahama has thrown his support behind a proposed Private Member’s Bill seeking to mandate a minimum 5% employment quota for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in public and private sector institutions across Ghana. President Mahama publicly made this endorsement of the Bill during his delivery of the first State of the Nation Address […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://newsghana.com.gh/mahama-backs-madina-mps-5-minimum-employment-bill-for-pwds/

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6 d. ago ‘Ghana’s debt soars to ¢721bn, ECG owes ¢68bn, COCOBOD ¢32.5bn’, says Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has delivered a sombre assessment of Ghana’s economic condition.

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7 d. ago I didn’t apply for GETFund scholarship, GIMPA selected me – Srem

The Deputy Minister-Designate for Justice, Srem-Sam, has stated that he did not apply directly to the nation's GETFund, but was shortlisted for the programme by the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).

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7 d. ago We must secure our ports to stop the entry of illegal drugs – Kwame Asiedu

A public health expert at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) in Ghana, Dr Kwame Sarpong Asiedu, has called for urgent action to secure the nation’s ports in order to prevent the entry of illegal drugs into the country.

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7 d. ago Mainstream PPPs to finance infrastructure gap – Oppong Nkrumah to government

The Ofoase Ayirebi MP, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has called on government to prioritise Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a sustainable means of financing Ghana’s growing infrastructure deficit.

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