55 m. ago  International Youth Day; GEA CEO Margaret Ansei Urges Ghanaian Youth to Make Positive Choices and Drive National Progress

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Esther Mensah, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-youth-day-gea-ceo-margaret-ansei-urges-ghanaian-youth-to-make-positive-choices-and-drive-national-progress/The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Ms. Margaret Ansei, has called on young Ghanaians to embrace innovation, make responsible choices, and pursue entrepreneurial ventures that will create lasting impact for the nation. Speaking during the agency’s commemoration of International Youth Day (IYD) 2025, Ms. Margaret Ansei described Ghana’s youth as “the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Esther Mensah, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-youth-day-gea-ceo-margaret-ansei-urges-ghanaian-youth-to-make-positive-choices-and-drive-national-progress/

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12 h. ago Ghana’s Road Safety Crisis Demands Urgent Overhaul After Tragedies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-road-safety-crisis-demands-urgent-overhaul-after-tragedies/The recent helicopter crash that killed Ghana’s Defence and Environment Ministers, Omane Boamah and Murtala Mohammed, alongside six others, has exposed deeper systemic failures in national safety protocols. Yet even as investigators probe the air disaster, a deadlier crisis unfolds daily on Ghana’s roads, where neglect and corruption have turned commutes into lethal gambles. Road […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-road-safety-crisis-demands-urgent-overhaul-after-tragedies/

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36 h. ago MTN Ghana Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality and Digital Inclusion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-reaffirms-commitment-to-gender-equality-and-digital-inclusion/MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality, digital inclusion, and the empowerment of young girls through technology education, describing its support for the National Girls in ICT Initiative as a long-term investment in Ghana’s future. CEO Challenges Girls to Dream Big Chief Executive Officer Stephen Blewett, speaking at the MTN National Girls in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-reaffirms-commitment-to-gender-equality-and-digital-inclusion/

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41 h. ago Gillian Darko Steps Into VP of Strategy Role at Yellow Card to Champion Stablecoins in Emerging Markets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gillian-darko-steps-into-vp-of-strategy-role-at-yellow-card-to-champion-stablecoins-in-emerging-markets/Yellow Card, a leading fintech company, has appointed Gillian Darko as its new Vice President of Strategy, sitting within the executive team and reporting into the CEO. An award-winning executive with experience at JP Morgan Asset Management, PwC, JUMO and other top institutions, Darko previously served as Yellow Card’s Chief of Staff and Director of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gillian-darko-steps-into-vp-of-strategy-role-at-yellow-card-to-champion-stablecoins-in-emerging-markets/

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4 d. ago Helicopter crash: Chief of Staff rallies Ghanaians to unite in tribute to the fallen

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged Ghanaians to remain united and uphold the enduring values exemplified by the victims of the recent military helicopter crash.

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4 d. ago Ghana’s Chief of Staff Vows Support for Helicopter Crash Families

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-chief-of-staff-vows-support-for-helicopter-crash-families/Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has pledged unwavering government support to families of the eight victims killed in last week’s military helicopter crash, assuring a thorough investigation into the tragedy. Speaking at a somber memorial service in Accra, Debrah addressed grieving relatives directly: “To the wives, children, parents, and comrades of our fallen heroes, know […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-chief-of-staff-vows-support-for-helicopter-crash-families/

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4 d. ago “You’re not alone” – Chief of Staff consoles families of fallen heroes

The Chief of Staff of the Republic of Ghana, Julius Debrah, has extended a heartfelt message of condolence and solidarity to the families affected by the recent military helicopter tragedy that occurred on Wednesday, 6th August 2025.

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5 d. ago Blood of 8 helicopter disaster victims on your head – Ashigbey blasts ‘galamsey’ politicians

In the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of eight individuals, including key government officials, Dr Ken Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has chastised politically exposed individuals involved in illegal mining activities.

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5 d. ago MTN Ghana CEO Lays Wreath in Honour of Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ceo-lays-wreath-in-honour-of-helicopter-crash-victims/MTN Ghana Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Blewett, together with members of the company’s executive committee, on Friday laid a wreath at Jubilee House in memory of the eight people who lost their lives in Wednesday’s tragic Ghana Air Force helicopter crash. The solemn ceremony formed part of a national outpouring of grief following the crash […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ceo-lays-wreath-in-honour-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

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5 d. ago Ghana’s Top Judge Urges Unity After Crash, Rejects Politicising Deaths

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-top-judge-urges-unity-after-crash-rejects-politicising-deaths/Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has cautioned Ghanaians against turning the deaths of eight officials in last week’s helicopter crash into political fodder. Speaking after leading a wreath-laying ceremony at Jubilee House’s Ceremonial Garden on Friday, he called for national solidarity amid collective grief. “These gallant men died in the course of duty. We should […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-top-judge-urges-unity-after-crash-rejects-politicising-deaths/

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5 d. ago This tragic crash is a great loss for mother Ghana – GTA boss

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto, has described the August 6 military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives as a national tragedy, calling it “a great loss for Mother Ghana.

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5 d. ago Helicopter crash: Let’s not politicise the tragedy – Acting Chief Justice

The Acting Chief Justice of Ghana, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has called on Ghanaians to remain united and avoid politicising the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight public servants on Wednesday, 6 August.

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5 d. ago Forensic Chief Warns Ghana’s Disaster Response “Undermined” by Outdated Systems

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/forensic-chief-warns-ghanas-disaster-response-undermined-by-outdated-systems/Ghana’s ability to manage disasters and complex crime scenes is being crippled by inadequate forensic infrastructure, the head of the Ghana Academy of Forensic Services (GAFS) warned today. Pet-Paul Wepeba’s stark assessment follows chaotic scenes at the Z-9 helicopter crash site, where poor evidence preservation and haphazard handling of remains highlighted systemic gaps. Speaking on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/forensic-chief-warns-ghanas-disaster-response-undermined-by-outdated-systems/

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5 d. ago Until I see them in their caskets, it’s difficult for me to believe – Prof Gyampo pays tribute

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has paid an emotional tribute to the late Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, and Minister for Environment, Mohammed Murtala, who tragically died in Wednesday's military helicopter crash.

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6 d. ago Prof Gyampo pays emotional tribute to late Dr Omane Boamah: “He saved my son’s life”

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has paid a deeply personal and emotional tribute to the late Defence Minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, who tragically died in the recent military helicopter crash.

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7 d. ago Industrial Developer ARISE IIP Pledges Major Investment in Ghana’s 24

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/industrial-developer-arise-iip-pledges-major-investment-in-ghanas-24-hour-economy/ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP), Africa’s leading industrial zone developer, has committed significant resources to advance Ghana’s 24-hour economy agenda following high-level talks in Benin. During a visit to ARISE’s Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) on August 5, Ghana’s delegation led by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah and including Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare explored partnerships […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/industrial-developer-arise-iip-pledges-major-investment-in-ghanas-24-hour-economy/

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7 d. ago Shatta Wale Slams EOCO Chief Over Armed Raid, Warns of Political Fallout

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shatta-wale-slams-eoco-chief-over-armed-raid-warns-of-political-fallout/Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale has publicly criticized Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) Executive Director Raymond Archer following the seizure of his Lamborghini Urus, calling the armed raid at his Trassaco residence “uncalled for” and politically damaging to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC). In a social media outburst, the musician accused Archer of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shatta-wale-slams-eoco-chief-over-armed-raid-warns-of-political-fallout/

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7 d. ago BoG Chief Demands Banking Shift from Government Debt to Business Lending

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bog-chief-demands-banking-shift-from-government-debt-to-business-lending/Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama has challenged commercial banks to pivot sharply from “risk-free” government securities toward financing productive private enterprises, calling current credit allocation “a dangerous imbalance.” Speaking at the launch of the BoG Chair in Finance and Economics at the University of Ghana, Asiama revealed banks held GH¢162.92 billion in government […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bog-chief-demands-banking-shift-from-government-debt-to-business-lending/

Economics

7 d. ago Francis Doku urges Ghana to make highlife a major tourist attraction

The Chief Executive Officer of Maestro Africa Group, Francis Doku, has urged Ghana to position highlife music as a strong tourism product to attract more visitors to the country.

Politics

7 d. ago Ghana Pushes Football Museum and Broadcast Revamp to Elevate Sport Heritage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-football-museum-and-broadcast-revamp-to-elevate-sport-heritage/Ghana’s Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has challenged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to establish a national football museum, positioning it as a cultural imperative to preserve legends and inspire youth. At the unveiling of a new Premier League broadcast deal, Debrah urged GFA President Kurt Okraku to pursue the project, citing iconic artifacts like […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-football-museum-and-broadcast-revamp-to-elevate-sport-heritage/

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