8 h. ago Ghana’s Chief Justice removal unleashes political power struggle, judicial turmoil

The dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo by Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has shattered the fragile peace at the heart of the nation's democratic order. The event is more than a legal dispute; it's a dramatic sign of a deepening crisis that has now exploded into public view, exposing a constitutional fault line. This is not just a story of a public official's removal but a high-stakes struggle for power, forcing Ghanaians to confront a fundamental question: who truly holds the ultimate authority—the law or the executive?

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9 h. ago Government appoints KPMG as transaction advisor on the future of AT

The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, has announced the appointment of KPMG as transaction advisor to oversee the proposed merger between AT Ghana (formerly AirtelTigo) and Telecel Ghana. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, September 5, 2025, Mr George said the move is part of government’s plan to create […]

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11 h. ago Several investors submit proposals for Damang Mines’ takeover – Minerals Commission’s CEO

Acting Chief Executive of the Minerals Commission, Isaac Andrews Tandoh, has revealed that several investors have submitted proposals for the possible takeover of the Goldfields Damang Mines.

Events

12 h. ago Ghana Police announce temporary road closures, diversions for Millennium Marathon

The Ghana Police Service has announced a series of temporary road closures and diversions in Accra on Saturday, September 6, 2025, to facilitate the smooth running of the Millennium Marathon organized by Millennium Marathon Sports Limited (MMSL). In a statement issued on its Facebook page on Friday, September 5, the Police urged the public to […]

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13 h. ago Transport Ministry urges WiLAT to work in unity to grow the logistics and transport sector

The Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey has charged the Women in Logistics and Transport (WiLAT), which happens to be the women’s wing of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Ghana and the CILT International, to ensure they work together to create opportunities to dismantle barriers for women in the logistics and transport sector.

Sport

16 h. ago No middlemen in Ghana’s cannabis licence process, says NACOC

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has cautioned the public against falling victim to individuals or groups claiming to facilitate the acquisition of cannabis licences in Ghana.

Politics

19 h. ago Messi breaks down in tears in possible ‘farewell’ match for Argentina

Lionel Messi broke down in tears as he brought his family out before Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Venezuela on Thursday (4 September), in what was the 38-year old’s last game on Argentine soil. Messi later scored a brace to help Argentina to a comfortable 3-0 victory, with the Albiceleste having already […]

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23 h. ago Mark Zuckerberg – no, not that one – sues Facebook for account shutdowns

A US lawyer with the same name as Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is suing the social media platform, arguing it keeps suspending his account while falsely accusing him of "impersonating a celebrity".

Events

27 h. ago Ghana Slashes Courier Licensing Fees, Extends Compliance Deadline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/Ghana’s Communications Minister Sam George has announced significant reductions in courier rider licensing fees and extended the enforcement deadline to April 2026, following public outcry over a controversial crackdown on unlicensed delivery operators. The fee reductions, announced Thursday during a meeting with rider associations and the Ghana Postal and Courier Services Regulatory Commission, slash registration […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/

Events

27 h. ago Bank of Ghana Suspends Major Fintech Players for Forex Violations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-suspends-major-fintech-players-for-forex-violations/The Bank of Ghana has suspended the remittance licenses of nine financial institutions, including Nigerian fintech unicorn Flutterwave, for unauthorized foreign exchange activities that violated national remittance guidelines. The one-month suspensions, effective September 18, affect three payment service providers (PSPs), five money transfer operators (MTOs), and United Bank for Africa Ghana. The action follows what […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-suspends-major-fintech-players-for-forex-violations/

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28 h. ago BoG suspends remittance partnership of three Payment Service Providers

The Bank of Ghana in the notice stated that, the action was due to breaches of its updated guidelines for inward remittance services by Payment Service Providers.

Economics

28 h. ago BoG suspends remittance partnership of 3 Payment Service Providers

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced the suspension of the remittance partnership of three Payment Service Providers for one month, effective September 18.

Economics

29 h. ago BoG suspends remittance partnerships of five money transfer operators including ‘Taptap Send’ 

The Bank of Ghana has announced the suspension of the remittance partnerships of five money transfer operators effective September 18, 2025, for a month.

Economics

29 h. ago Ghana’s Banking Sector Shows Divergent Recovery Paths Amid Credit Quality Challenges

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-banking-sector-shows-divergent-recovery-paths-amid-credit-quality-challenges/Ghana’s banking sector delivered mixed results in the first half of 2025, with leading institutions strengthening capital positions while others grapple with deteriorating loan portfolios, highlighting the uneven pace of recovery across the financial system. Analysis of unaudited half-year financial statements from eight major banks reveals a sector increasingly divided between resilient institutions and those […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-banking-sector-shows-divergent-recovery-paths-amid-credit-quality-challenges/

Politics

29 h. ago TVET Graduates Shatter Employment Stigma in Ghana’s Ashanti Region

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tvet-graduates-shatter-employment-stigma-in-ghanas-ashanti-region/Technical and vocational education graduates in Ghana’s Ashanti Region are achieving a 55% employment rate while dramatically shifting public perceptions about skills-based training, according to a comprehensive new study challenging decades of educational prejudice. The findings, revealed in UNICEF’s “Skills Supply and Demand Side Assessment: A Situation Analysis of the Ashanti Region,” demonstrate that technical […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tvet-graduates-shatter-employment-stigma-in-ghanas-ashanti-region/

Politics

29 h. ago Black Stars Qualification Campaign Drives Travel Industry Optimism

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/Ghana’s travel and tourism sector anticipates increased business demand if the Black Stars secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ghana currently leads Group I with 15 points, having won five matches and lost one in their qualifying campaign, positioning the team favorably for qualification to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/

Transport

30 h. ago IATA Study Confirms Rwanda Aviation Model Generates US$160M Impact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iata-study-confirms-rwanda-aviation-model-generates-us160m-impact/The International Air Transport Association released comprehensive data quantifying Rwanda’s aviation sector contribution to economic development, showing $160 million in total economic activity supporting 42,000 jobs across the country. The Value of Air Transport study for Rwanda, published September 4, 2025, during the Aviation Africa Summit in Kigali, demonstrates that aviation contributes 1.1% to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/iata-study-confirms-rwanda-aviation-model-generates-us160m-impact/

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31 h. ago Rwanda’s Aviation Hub Strategy Delivers US$160M Economic Impact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rwandas-aviation-hub-strategy-delivers-us160m-economic-impact/Rwanda’s strategic aviation investments have generated $160.1 million in economic output while supporting 42,000 jobs, positioning the country as a model for African aviation development according to new IATA data released during the Aviation Africa 2025 Summit. The International Air Transport Association analysis reveals that Rwanda’s aviation sector contributes 1.1% to the country’s GDP, with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rwandas-aviation-hub-strategy-delivers-us160m-economic-impact/

Economics

32 h. ago World Peace Volunteers question heavy use of State resources in Akwatia by

The World Peace Volunteers (WPV), a civil society organisation with international standing, has expressed deep concern over what it describes as the excessive use of public resources during the recently concluded Akwatia by-election.

Politics

36 h. ago Counting inflation wrong: When the math doesn’t add up in Ghana’s CPI report

The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has conducted a critical review of the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for August 2025. While the report is detailed and comprehensive, IERPP has identified several shortcomings that call into question its accuracy, neutrality, and clarity. These concerns raise important issues about the integrity of official statistics and their communication to policymakers and the public. The key findings are outlined below.

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