4 d. ago Juilliard’s Future Stages Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Tech

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/juilliards-future-stages-festival-celebrates-25-years-of-tech-infused-artistry/For a quarter-century, Juilliard’s Center for Creative Technology (CCT) has redefined the intersection of art and innovation. Now, the institution is marking its 25th anniversary with the Future Stages Festival, a weeklong showcase from March 21–28 that merges cutting-edge tech with music, dance, and theater. The festival, held at the Rosemary and Meredith Willson Theater, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/juilliards-future-stages-festival-celebrates-25-years-of-tech-infused-artistry/

Culture

4 d. ago Controversial Picks for Ayawaso East Leadership Spark Outcry Over Vetting Process

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/controversial-picks-for-ayawaso-east-leadership-spark-outcry-over-vetting-process/The Greater Accra Regional Vetting Committee of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) faces mounting backlash after endorsing two contentious candidates for the Municipal Chief Executive (MMDCE) position in Ayawaso East, igniting fierce debates over transparency and ethical standards in the selection process. At the center of the storm is Ismail Horoya Ali, whose 2016 arrest […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/controversial-picks-for-ayawaso-east-leadership-spark-outcry-over-vetting-process/

Politics

4 d. ago Dansoman Independence Day Aerobathon Merges Fitness, Community and Health Advocacy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/dansoman-independence-day-aerobathon-merges-fitness-community-and-health-advocacy/Zulka Astroturf Park in Dansoman will buzz with energy on Independence Day as the annual Aerobathon returns, blending vigorous workouts with health education and community bonding. Scheduled for March 6 at 6 a.m., the event aims to spotlight the symbiotic relationship between physical activity, nutrition, and mental well-being, while fostering social connections among attendees. Charles […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/dansoman-independence-day-aerobathon-merges-fitness-community-and-health-advocacy/

Sport

4 d. ago Ghana’s Frema Agyfi Clinches Bronze at African Junior Judo Championships in Algeria

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-frema-agyfi-clinches-bronze-at-african-junior-judo-championships-in-algeria/Ghanaian judoka Frema Agyfi, based in the United Kingdom, delivered a standout performance at the 2025 African Junior Judo Championships in Algiers, securing a bronze medal in the women’s 57kg category. The 18-year-old’s podium finish marked Ghana’s sole medal at the tournament, spotlighting the nation’s potential in underfunded sports like judo. Agyfi’s achievement holds added […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-frema-agyfi-clinches-bronze-at-african-junior-judo-championships-in-algeria/

Sport

4 d. ago West African Nations Move Closer to Regional Broadband Expansion with Submarine Cable Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/west-african-nations-move-closer-to-regional-broadband-expansion-with-submarine-cable-project/Representatives from six West African nations, the ECOWAS Commission, and technical partners convened in Banjul this week to finalize agreements for the Amilcar Cabral Submarine Cable Project, a landmark initiative aimed at boosting internet connectivity and reliability across the region. The three-day meeting, which began on February 26, 2025, focuses on reviewing the project’s consortium […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/west-african-nations-move-closer-to-regional-broadband-expansion-with-submarine-cable-project/

Politics

4 d. ago ECOWAS, Business Leaders Forge Path Toward Stronger West African Economic Integration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-business-leaders-forge-path-toward-stronger-west-african-economic-integration/The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) deepened ties with regional business leaders this week during a high-level consultative meeting aimed at accelerating economic integration across the bloc. Hosted by the ECOWAS Directorate of Private Sector, the dialogue brought together officials including Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Agriculture Massandjé Touré-Litse and representatives from the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-business-leaders-forge-path-toward-stronger-west-african-economic-integration/

Politics

5 d. ago Global Cocoa Output Climbs as Demand Softens, ICCO Forecasts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/global-cocoa-output-climbs-as-demand-softens-icco-forecasts/The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) projects a 7.8% rise in global cocoa production for the 2024/25 season, reaching 4.84 million tonnes, despite mounting challenges for farmers and an unexpected dip in demand. Released in its February 2025 quarterly report, the forecast highlights a paradox: while cocoa prices remain high, incentivizing growers to expand output, manufacturers […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/global-cocoa-output-climbs-as-demand-softens-icco-forecasts/

Politics

5 d. ago Trump’s Tariffs Could Push US Inflation Up by 2.1%, Warns deVere Group

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/trumps-tariffs-could-push-us-inflation-up-by-2-1-warns-devere-group/US inflation could surge by as much as 2.1% if President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China take effect, according to a forecast by global financial advisory firm deVere Group. The analysis highlights the potential economic fallout from Trump’s announcement on Thursday, which includes a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/trumps-tariffs-could-push-us-inflation-up-by-2-1-warns-devere-group/

Events

5 d. ago MTN Ghana Posts Strong 2024 Growth Amid Economic Headwinds, Boosts Dividend Payout

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-posts-strong-2024-growth-amid-economic-headwinds-boosts-dividend-payout/MTN Ghana (Scancom PLC) closed 2024 with robust financial results, reporting a 34.5% surge in service revenue to GH¢17.9 billion, driven by gains in mobile data, fintech, and digital services. Despite inflationary pressures and currency volatility, the telecom giant expanded its subscriber base to 28.5 million users, with active Mobile Money (MoMo) users jumping 12.8% […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-posts-strong-2024-growth-amid-economic-headwinds-boosts-dividend-payout/

Economics

5 d. ago Letshego Africa Extends Cautionary Alert Over Potential Stake Sales

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/letshego-africa-extends-cautionary-alert-over-potential-stake-sales/Letshego Africa Holdings Limited (LAHL), a Botswana-based pan-African microfinance group, has renewed its cautionary notice to shareholders regarding potential significant transactions involving its subsidiaries in East and West Africa. The update, mandated by the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) listing rules, follows an initial alert issued on January 24, 2024, and reaffirms ongoing discussions that could […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/letshego-africa-extends-cautionary-alert-over-potential-stake-sales/

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana Fixed Income Market Sees Mixed Trading Activity as Yields Shift

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fixed-income-market-sees-mixed-trading-activity-as-yields-shift/The Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM) recorded varied trading patterns on February 28, 2025, with total volumes reaching approximately 279.5 million units across government and corporate debt instruments. Treasury bills dominated activity, notably the 364-day bill GOG-BL-06/10/25-A6610-1923-0, which saw a staggering 279.46 million units traded at a closing price of GH¢86.42. New government bonds also drew […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fixed-income-market-sees-mixed-trading-activity-as-yields-shift/

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana Stock Exchange Closes Higher Amid Mixed Trading Activity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-closes-higher-amid-mixed-trading-activity/The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) edged upward on Friday, February 28, 2025, as the benchmark GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) rose by 12.73 points to close at 5,659.76, while the Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) inched up 0.66 points to 2,814.30. Market capitalization settled at GH¢127.82 billion, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid sporadic trading activity. Leading the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-closes-higher-amid-mixed-trading-activity/

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana Aims to Slash US$2 Billion Food Import Reliance with Sweeping Farm Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-aims-to-slash-us2-billion-food-import-reliance-with-sweeping-farm-overhaul/President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled an aggressive agricultural revival plan targeting Ghana’s unsustainable $2 billion annual food import bill, pledging to redirect investments toward local production of staples like rice, poultry, and vegetables while creating jobs across farming regions. Announced during his February 27 State of the Nation Address, the Agriculture for Economic Transformation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-aims-to-slash-us2-billion-food-import-reliance-with-sweeping-farm-overhaul/

Economics

5 d. ago Ghana’s First National Bank and Solar Taxi Launch Home Equity Loans for Electric Vehicles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-first-national-bank-and-solar-taxi-launch-home-equity-loans-for-electric-vehicles/First National Bank Ghana has teamed up with electric vehicle (EV) pioneer Solar Taxi to roll out an innovative financing scheme aimed at accelerating Ghana’s shift to green mobility. Under the partnership, homeowners can now leverage their property’s equity to purchase EVs, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative in West Africa’s evolving sustainable transport landscape. Announced this […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-first-national-bank-and-solar-taxi-launch-home-equity-loans-for-electric-vehicles/

Economics

5 d. ago African Cinema Shines Under the Stars at 9th Annual Classics in the Park Festival

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/african-cinema-shines-under-the-stars-at-9th-annual-classics-in-the-park-festival/Film enthusiasts gathered under the night sky this weekend for the Africa Film Society’s Classics in the Park, a free open-air festival celebrating the continent’s cinematic legacy while spotlighting its evolving storytelling future. Now in its ninth year, the two-day event, held March 8–9, 2025, drew crowds to Accra’s Independence Park with a mix of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/african-cinema-shines-under-the-stars-at-9th-annual-classics-in-the-park-festival/

Culture

5 d. ago Ghana’s Energy Debt Crisis Ignites Debate Over Privatization and Market Reforms

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-energy-debt-crisis-ignites-debate-over-privatization-and-market-reforms/Ghana’s energy sector is teetering under a $3 billion debt burden, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor revealed during his parliamentary vetting this week, sparking urgent calls for privatization and structural reforms to prevent systemic collapse. The staggering figure, compounded by $1.2 billion owed to independent power producers (IPPs), has exposed deep flaws in a state-dominated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-energy-debt-crisis-ignites-debate-over-privatization-and-market-reforms/

Economics

5 d. ago Ghana’s University Enrollment Surge Sparks Debate Over Quality and Workforce Readiness

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-university-enrollment-surge-sparks-debate-over-quality-and-workforce-readiness/A record 50,895 students have been admitted to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for the 2024/25 academic year, a milestone hailed as progress for educational access but criticized as a looming crisis for academic quality and labor market alignment. The surge, part of a broader trend dubbed “massification,” has reignited concerns […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-university-enrollment-surge-sparks-debate-over-quality-and-workforce-readiness/

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana’s Cocoa Sector Reels as Contract Mismanagement Costs $4,000 Per Ton in Lost Revenue

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-cocoa-sector-reels-as-contract-mismanagement-costs-4000-per-ton-in-lost-revenue/Ghana’s cocoa industry faces a staggering financial blow as outdated contracts and mounting debt force the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and local farmers to forfeit $4,000 in potential revenue for every metric ton of cocoa sold this season. President John Dramani Mahama revealed the crisis during his State of the Nation Address last week, attributing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-cocoa-sector-reels-as-contract-mismanagement-costs-4000-per-ton-in-lost-revenue/

Economics

5 d. ago Economist Challenges Mahama’s Economic Crisis Claims, Highlights Recovery Indicators

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/economist-disputes-president-mahamas-economic-crisis-narrative-insists-claim-was-exaggerated/A heated debate over Ghana’s economic health has emerged after President John Dramani Mahama described the nation’s financial state as “dire” during his recent State of the Nation Address. However, prominent economist Dr. Daniel Amateye Anim has pushed back against the characterization, calling the President’s crisis narrative exaggerated and inconsistent with measurable progress. Speaking to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/economist-disputes-president-mahamas-economic-crisis-narrative-insists-claim-was-exaggerated/

Events

5 d. ago Ghana’s Auditor General Faces Backlash as Financial Losses Top GH¢10.2 Billion Amid Anti

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/A staggering GH¢10.2 billion in public funds has been lost through financial irregularities since 2019, according to Auditor General reports, reigniting scrutiny over the office’s retreat from aggressive anti-corruption measures once championed by former Auditor General Daniel Yao Domelevo. The revelations have sparked outrage among civil society groups and raised questions about political interference in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-auditor-general-faces-backlash-as-financial-losses-top-gh%c2%a210-2-billion-amid-anti-corruption-reversal/

Economics