5 h. ago Global Plastic Treaty Talks Collapse, Imperiling Sustainability Targets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-plastic-treaty-talks-collapse-imperiling-sustainability-targets/A critical round of UN negotiations aimed at finalizing the world’s first legally binding plastic pollution treaty ended without agreement in Geneva. This failure jeopardizes global efforts to tackle a crisis poisoning ecosystems, threatening health, and undermining key UN sustainability goals. Over 1,000 delegates from governments, industry, and civil society failed to bridge deep divides […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-plastic-treaty-talks-collapse-imperiling-sustainability-targets/

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5 h. ago Ghana Eyes 0.6% GDP Revenue Boost with Tax Enforcement, Says World Bank

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-eyes-0-6-gdp-revenue-boost-with-tax-enforcement-says-world-bank/Ghana could increase government revenue by at least 0.6% of GDP next year if it fully implements tax measures in its 2025 budget, the World Bank stated in its latest economic update. World Bank Country Director Robert Taliercio presented the projection in Accra, linking it directly to fiscal targets under Ghana’s IMF-backed reform program. He […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-eyes-0-6-gdp-revenue-boost-with-tax-enforcement-says-world-bank/

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6 h. ago Ghana’s Sugar Revival Hinges on Three Fixes, Warns Think Tank

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-sugar-revival-hinges-on-three-fixes-warns-think-tank/Ghana’s latest push to restart the dormant Komenda Sugar Factory represents more than just reviving a single plant; it’s a critical test for the nation’s broader industrial ambitions. Policy think tank IMANI Africa sees this as a golden opportunity, but cautions that success hinges entirely on the government avoiding past mistakes. The factory, modernized with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-sugar-revival-hinges-on-three-fixes-warns-think-tank/

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6 h. ago Asiedu Nketiah urges African political parties to prioritize governance over elections

The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has called on political parties across Africa to shift their focus from merely winning elections to building enduring institutions that champion effective governance.

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7 h. ago Nigerian Equities Dip Amid Oil Pressures Despite Broader Economic Hopes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-equities-dip-amid-oil-pressures-despite-broader-economic-hopes/Nigerian stocks retreated on Thursday, with the benchmark NGX All-Share Index slipping 0.34% to 145,367.03 points as broad-based sector weakness overshadowed pockets of resilience. Eight sectors closed lower while five held flat, reflecting cautious sentiment amid persistent oil revenue challenges. Financials, transportation, and energy minerals lagged most sharply. The government confirmed oil earnings fell short […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-equities-dip-amid-oil-pressures-despite-broader-economic-hopes/

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7 h. ago Nigerian Equities Dip Amid Oil Pressure Despite Broader Economic Hopes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-equities-dip-amid-oil-pressure-despite-broader-economic-hopes/Nigerian stocks retreated on Thursday, with the benchmark NGX All-Share Index slipping 0.34% to 145,367.03 points as broad-based sector weakness overshadowed pockets of resilience. Eight sectors closed lower while five held flat, reflecting cautious sentiment amid persistent oil revenue challenges. Financials, transportation, and energy minerals lagged most sharply. The government confirmed oil earnings fell short […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-equities-dip-amid-oil-pressure-despite-broader-economic-hopes/

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8 h. ago Ghana Establishes Support Fund for Children of Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-support-fund-for-children-of-helicopter-crash-victims/President John Mahama has launched a national fund to secure the education, healthcare, and welfare of eight children orphaned by the August 6 helicopter crash in Adansi Akrufuom. The initiative begins with a GH₵500,000 contribution from Stanbic Bank, bolstered by government seed funding. “The Fund for the children of the victims of August 6 will […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-support-fund-for-children-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

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8 h. ago Africa Charts Infrastructure Future at Landmark Luanda Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-charts-infrastructure-future-at-landmark-luanda-summit/Angola will host a pivotal infrastructure financing summit in October, signaling Africa’s push to redefine its development model through self-reliance and diversified partnerships. The October 23–24 event, organized by the African Union and Angolan government, aims to close the continent’s $90 billion annual infrastructure funding gap by mobilizing global capital beyond traditional aid frameworks. Unlike […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-charts-infrastructure-future-at-landmark-luanda-summit/

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8 h. ago Ghana Boosts AI and Cybersecurity After Government System Breaches

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-boosts-ai-and-cybersecurity-after-government-system-breaches/Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George has announced accelerated AI deployment and tightened cybersecurity across five key ministries, following recent attacks on state portals. Attempts to alter HR databases and other breaches—linked to unsafe practices like accessing official emails on public devices—prompted the overhaul. The pilot AI rollout will target the Finance, Interior, Lands and Natural […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-boosts-ai-and-cybersecurity-after-government-system-breaches/

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8 h. ago Ghana Invests GH¢100 Million to Fortify National Food Reserves

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-invests-gh%c2%a2100-million-to-fortify-national-food-reserves/The government has allocated GH¢100 million to bolster the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) this year, aiming to secure Ghana’s food reserves against emergencies and market disruptions. The funding, detailed in the Food and Agriculture Ministry’s 2025–2028 expenditure framework, will enable NAFCO to purchase and store essential commodities, reinforcing its role in price stabilization […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-invests-gh%c2%a2100-million-to-fortify-national-food-reserves/

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9 h. ago African Parties Pledge Inclusive Governance at Landmark Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-parties-pledge-inclusive-governance-at-landmark-summit/Political parties across Africa have vowed to prioritize women, youth, and marginalized groups in governance after adopting a 10-point declaration at the continent’s first Political Parties Summit in Accra. The three-day gathering closed with commitments to “proactive, structured, and measurable” inclusion reforms, aiming to align electoral campaigns with job creation and poverty reduction. “We’ll redesign […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-parties-pledge-inclusive-governance-at-landmark-summit/

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9 h. ago GACC Trains Journalists to Turn Audit Reports into Accountability Tools

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gacc-trains-journalists-to-turn-audit-reports-into-accountability-tools/The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) and the Audit Service are arming journalists with skills to decode the 2024 Auditor-General’s report, aiming to transform technical findings into public accountability pressure. Funded by the Hewlett Foundation, the intensive workshop pushes media beyond headlines toward evidence-driven investigations of governance gaps. GACC Executive Secretary Beauty Emefa Narteh challenged attendees […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gacc-trains-journalists-to-turn-audit-reports-into-accountability-tools/

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14 h. ago DDW Global Forum offers a platform for designers to Shape the future

Prepare yourself for the ultimate design innovation celebration! The Dutch Design Week (DDW) is highly regarded as a temple for design and its 2025 installment only promises to be greater. Eindhoven will become the epicenter of design greatness, a place where you would want to find out what’s happening in trends, technologies and ideas. A […]

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14 h. ago Apostle Amoako Attah Backs Presidential Envoy on Prophecies, Warns of Spiritual Challenges Facing Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apostle-amoako-attah-backs-presidential-envoy-on-prophecies-warns-of-spiritual-challenges-facing-ghana/Founder and leader of Parliament Chapel International, Apostle Francis Amoako Attah, has thrown his full support behind the government’s decision to appoint a Presidential envoy to receive and review national prophecies, describing it as a progressive step toward fostering constructive engagement between faith leaders and the state. Speaking on Angel TV’s Morning Show, Apostle Amoako […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apostle-amoako-attah-backs-presidential-envoy-on-prophecies-warns-of-spiritual-challenges-facing-ghana/

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19 h. ago DTI graduates new cohort of skilled mastercraft artisans to boost Ghana’s informal sector

“The informal sector employs millions and remains the backbone of everyday economic activity in Ghana,” Ms. Swaniker noted. “By adopting precision, quality, and integrity, our artisans can drive industrialisation, create jobs, and build a globally competitive Ghanaian brand.”

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21 h. ago He always chose the right path – Widow’s tribute to Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed

Hadiatu, the wife of the late Defence Minister, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, who died in the line of duty, has paid a deeply moving tribute that celebrated his unwavering honesty, integrity, and humility.

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22 h. ago A fighter for democracy – NDC pays tribute to Dr Omane Boamah

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has celebrated the life and service of the late Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, describing him as a fearless leader, a brilliant strategist, and a compassionate servant of the people.

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25 h. ago Andrew Tandoh Adote takes on Wole Soyinka’s ‘Death and the King’s Horseman’

Accra is buzzing with anticipation as one of Ghana's most celebrated stage actors, Andrew Tandoh Adote, returns to the National Theatre in a role that promises to be his most challenging yet. 

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25 h. ago Helicopter crash: French Envoy commiserates with Ghana, describes incident as ‘big loss’

Jules Armand Aniambossou, the French Ambassador to Ghana, has commiserated with the Government and people of Ghana over the August 6 military helicopter crash.

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27 h. ago UK gov’t turns to TikTokers to advise on cosmetic surgery abroad

The UK government is partnering with TikTok influencers to warn people about the risks of travelling abroad for cosmetic procedures.

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