2 h. ago African Lawmakers Prioritize Digital Policy for US$6.5B Health Market

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-lawmakers-prioritize-digital-policy-for-us6-5b-health-market/Lawmakers from across Africa have committed to strengthening legislative frameworks for digital technologies during the inaugural Africa Digital Parliamentary Summit in Lusaka. Convened by the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), African Population Health Research Center (APHRC), GSMA, and Zambian government, the July 2025 summit focused on AI, data governance, digital health, and smart manufacturing. Draft projections presented […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-lawmakers-prioritize-digital-policy-for-us6-5b-health-market/

Economics

2 h. ago Nearly 200 Ghanaian students stranded as gov’t owes University of Memphis $3.6m

A large number of students who attend the University of Memphis might be forced to return to their home country, Ghana.

Politics

3 h. ago Growing calls for presidential pardon for William Ato Essien

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/growing-calls-for-presidential-pardon-for-william-ato-essien-2/The Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea as asked for a presidential pardon for Mr. William Ato Essien, founder of capital Bank. William Essien was convicted and jailed for 15 years over Gh¢90 million theft against him and currently in a poor state of health in prison custody. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/growing-calls-for-presidential-pardon-for-william-ato-essien-2/

Politics

3 h. ago Madina MP Lawyer Sosu Awarded For Championing Women And Children Health

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/madina-mp-lawyer-sosu-awarded-for-championing-women-and-children-health/Member of Parliament for Madina constituency in the Greater Accra Region, Honourable Francis-Xavier Sosu has been recognized for his significant contributions to protecting women and children, especially in the realm of maternal health. His dedication earned him a prominent spotlight at the recent Repra Health Action 2025 Seed Summit. Hon. Sosu’s initiatives demonstrate a clear […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/madina-mp-lawyer-sosu-awarded-for-championing-women-and-children-health/

Society

19 h. ago WatsUp On Campus Storms UHAS in Ho Tonight with Kwesi Arthur and Camidoh

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/watsup-on-campus-storms-uhas-in-ho-tonight-with-kwesi-arthur-and-camidoh/The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Ho is about to experience an unforgettable night as WatsUp On Campus rolls into town with a power-packed lineup headlined by none other than Kwesi Arthur and Camidoh. The highly anticipated event, happening tonight as part of the UHAS SRC Week celebrations, promises to deliver a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/watsup-on-campus-storms-uhas-in-ho-tonight-with-kwesi-arthur-and-camidoh/

Events

20 h. ago Gov’t reforestation project boosted with GH₵1m donation from Ghacem Ltd

The initiative is a key component of the government's broader efforts to combat environmental degradation, particularly the effects of illegal mining (galamsey), and promote sustainable land management.

Politics

25 h. ago Data must be treated as “core infrastructure” to achieve SDG 8 – Government Statistician

“Unemployment remains high at 14.7%, and youth joblessness exceeds 25%. Over 70% of our labour force—mainly women and young people—remains in the informal sector. This is not just a jobs gap. It is a dignity gap,” Dr. Iddrisu said.

Politics

40 h. ago UCC SRC’s sanitary pad initiative champions dignity and inclusion

The 62nd Students’ Representative Council (SRC) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has rolled out a major menstrual health intervention—donating sanitary pads to hundreds of female students across campus.

Sport

43 h. ago Health Minister outlines key challenges in Ghana’s Health Sector

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has openly highlighted the pressing challenges facing Ghana’s health system, while pledging the government’s unwavering commitment to resolving them and driving transformational change. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series held at the Jubilee House on Friday, Minister Akandoh said, “We have challenges, no doubt: Despite these hurdles, the […]

Politics

45 h. ago $97m recklessly spent on National Cathedral project – Gov’t reveals

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has disclosed that financial irregularities linked to the controversial National Cathedral project have amounted to a total of $97 million.

Politics

45 h. ago National Cathedral project: GH₵38m in MoMo donations unaccounted for – Gov’t

Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has revealed that a total of GH₵38,294,693 in mobile money donations towards the National Cathedral project remains unreconciled.

Politics

45 h. ago Over 13 countries expressed interest in recruiting Ghanaian health workers – Health Minister

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Friday, July 18, Mr Akandoh described the development as a “managed migration opportunity” and stressed that Ghana’s approach will ensure that any overseas recruitment directly benefits both the national health system and the professionals involved.

Politics

45 h. ago Gov’t denies plans to convert National Cathedral Site into Cultural Convention Centre

The government has dismissed claims that it has decided to repurpose the stalled National Cathedral project site into a Cultural Convention Centre. According to Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, no such decision has been taken by President John Mahama. Addressing journalists at a press briefing on Friday, Mr Kwakye Ofosu clarified that while a proposal […]

Politics

46 h. ago National Cathedral: Gov’t moves to dissolve Board of Trustees, Secretariat remains scrapped

The government has announced firm steps toward the dissolution of the Board of Trustees overseeing the controversial National Cathedral project.

Politics

46 h. ago National Cathedral: Gov’t questions payments, overlapping roles involving Nehemiah Group and Associates

The government has uncovered what it describes as troubling financial irregularities and overlapping roles involving The Nehemiah Group, one of the key foreign consultants engaged in the National Cathedral project. Speaking at a press conference at the Jubilee House on Friday, Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu revealed that a recent audit exposed multiple breaches of […]

Politics

46 h. ago Full text: Health minister’s speech at Government Accountability Series

Honourable Minister of Government Communications, Heads of Health Agencies and Partner Institutions, Friends from the Media, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning.

Politics

48 h. ago Agenda 111: Gov’t to prioritise projects over 70% complete – Akandoh

Health Minister Kwabena Minta Akandoh has stated that the government will prioritise the completion of health infrastructure projects under the Agenda 111 initiative that are over 70% complete.

Politics

48 h. ago Vice President and Health Minister back Entrance University’s vision for healthcare transformation

Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, and Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, have endorsed the bold vision of the Entrance University of Health Sciences (EUHS), describing it as a timely initiative to help address the country’s healthcare training needs.

Politics

48 h. ago Health Minister vows to complete health projects across Ghana

Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s healthcare infrastructure, declaring that no community will be left behind in the journey to deliver quality health services.

Politics

48 h. ago Galien Africa, REMAPSEN partner to promote health and environment in Africa

Dakar, the capital of Senegal, hosted on Wednesday, July 16, the signing ceremony of a partnership agreement between Association Galien Africa and the African Media Network for the Promotion of Health and Environment (REMAPSEN).

Politics