67 m. ago The US factory spending $100,000 a month more due to tariffs

Since US President Donald Trump started rolling out sweeping tariffs, the Teixeiras have been fielding more inquiries from companies newly interested in their US-based sewing services.

Economics

2 h. ago MFWA says Felix Gyamfi’s defence of flawed NSA platform ‘untenable’

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has welcomed the reassignment of the Acting Director-General of the National Service Authority (NSA), Felix Gyamfi, describing it as a necessary step towards reform.

Politics

8 h. ago BECE scandal: ‘Most BECE decisions rest with GES’, says WAEC’s John Kapi

Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on September 8, he explained that while WAEC administers the BECE, key aspects of the process are directly under the control of the Ghana Education Service.

Politics

8 h. ago Impact Investors Accelerate Ghana’s Research Commercialization Drive

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/impact-investors-accelerate-ghanas-research-commercialization-drive/Impact investors are intensifying efforts to transform Ghana’s academic research into commercially viable products, addressing a persistent innovation bottleneck that has limited the country’s technology-driven economic growth. The 2025 Ghana Research Industry Collaborative Forum convened over 150 stakeholders from academia, industry, government, and international development at the British Council in Accra under the theme “Catalyzing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/impact-investors-accelerate-ghanas-research-commercialization-drive/

Politics

8 h. ago GES Director requests copy of Joy News’ Dark World of BECE documentary, says John Kapi

The Director of Public Affairs at the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says that the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially requested copies of Joy News's Dark World of BECE documentary.

Politics

9 h. ago Ghana Faces National Security Risk from MTN’s 78% Market Dominance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-national-security-risk-from-mtns-78-market-dominance/MTN Ghana’s overwhelming control of nearly four-fifths of the telecommunications market represents a critical national security vulnerability that requires urgent government intervention, according to competition economist Appiah Kusi Adomako. The South African-owned company commands 78.88% market share with 21.11 million subscribers, creating dangerous overdependence that could paralyze mobile money transactions, business operations, and government services […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-national-security-risk-from-mtns-78-market-dominance/

Politics

9 h. ago Nine Soldiers Killed as Cameroon Separatists Enforce Lockdown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nine-soldiers-killed-as-cameroon-separatists-enforce-lockdown/Armed separatists killed at least nine government soldiers during weekend clashes while imposing a month-long lockdown across Cameroon’s war-torn Anglophone regions, aimed at disrupting October’s presidential election and school reopenings. The lockdown began Monday in the Northwest and Southwest regions, where separatists have battled government forces since 2017 seeking independence for the territory they call […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nine-soldiers-killed-as-cameroon-separatists-enforce-lockdown/

Events

13 h. ago Chief of Staff pledges government’s continuous support to businesses

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has pledged the government’s continued support to businesses by creating an enabling environment for growth to make the country succeed in its economic drive. He called for more collaboration between businesses and the government to make Ghana not only the hub of African enterprise but also a beacon of what’s […]

Politics

13 h. ago ‘We must dismantle systemic barriers holding young women back’ – Plan International Ghana

The Country Director of Plan International Ghana, Mr. Constant Tchona, has urged bold and deliberate measures to ensure girls and young women are given equal opportunities to participate in political leadership at all levels of governance.

Politics

14 h. ago TEWU warns of industrial action over delayed conditions of service

The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union of the Trades Union Congress (TEWU of TUC) has announced plans to embark on industrial action, citing unresolved delays in the signing of Conditions of Service for members across several key public institutions.

Events

14 h. ago Transforming Volta Lake Transport Limited: A Catalyst for Ghana’s 24

Introduction                  Ghana is taking concrete steps to turn the “24-Hour Economy” from a slogan into a pipeline of bankable projects. One of the most consequential is the Volta Economic Corridor, an integrated effort to make Lake Volta a backbone for around-the-clock logistics, industrialisation, and export growth. The programme, launched by the government this year, […]

Sport

14 h. ago Stakeholders draft roadmap for commercialisation of Ghana’s Science, Technology and Innovation

In a decisive move to bridge the gap between groundbreaking research and commercial success, some key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia convened to validate a transformative roadmap for Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) commercialisation in Ghana. The workshop, themed “Validating Pathways to STI Commercialisation in Ghana: From Diagnosis to Transformation,” highlighted the critical challenges […]

Politics

15 h. ago Deadly doses: FRHab rehab centre appeals for support as recovery efforts strain

The fight against drug addiction is facing a major setback as under-resourced rehabilitation centers struggle to sustain their services.

Events

15 h. ago Foreign Affairs Ministry honours 4 veteran diplomats for distinguished service

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has honoured four veteran diplomats for their exceptional contributions to Ghana’s diplomacy and international relations.

Politics

17 h. ago Absa Bank Ghana wins 13 honours at 5th National Governance and Business Leadership Awards

Absa Bank Ghana has received 13 awards at the 5th National Governance and Business Leadership Awards (NGBLA 2025), held in Accra on Friday, 29 August.

Politics

18 h. ago In the era of ESG sustainability: Why are some African and emerging market economies’ participation lagging the global push?

Introduction: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become central to global conversations on sustainability. The Global ESG Imperative ESG frameworks have evolved from a niche concern to becoming a central tenet of global corporate strategy. From boardrooms to international policy meetings, ESG now guides brand identity, investment strategies, corporate governance, and industry practices. This […]

Politics

18 h. ago Aggrieved Newmont workers petition gov’t over occupational health conditions, compensation

Over sixty workers of Newmont Mining Company in the Ahafo Region, who have been declared medically unfit by the company’s accredited occupational health physicians and are being prepared for exit, have petitioned the government to intervene in matters affecting them.

Politics

18 h. ago Acting National Service Authority CEO, Felix Gyamfi, moved to Finance Ministry

The Acting Director-General of the National Service Authority (NSA), Felix Gyamfi, has been reassigned to the Ministry of Finance, a move that takes effect immediately.

Politics

18 h. ago Ghanaians to pay more as ECG proposes 225% increase in Distribution Service Charge

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for a steep 225% increase in its Distribution Service Charge (DSC1).

Politics

18 h. ago Telecom, Fintech Leaders Agitate for Strategic Partnership and Inclusive Policies at WATISE 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecom-fintech-leaders-agitate-for-strategic-partnership-and-inclusive-policies-at-watise-2025/The 2025 edition of the West Africa Telecommunications Infrastructure Summit & Exhibition (WATISE) has ended in Lagos with a strong call for governments, regulators, and industry players to deepen collaboration, protect telecom infrastructure, and prioritise inclusive digital access across the region. The event, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Lagos, brought together critical stakeholders from […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, AMA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecom-fintech-leaders-agitate-for-strategic-partnership-and-inclusive-policies-at-watise-2025/

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