2 h. ago Edem warns youth against drug abuse at 9th Eledzi Health Walk

Award-winning Ghanaian rapper and entertainer Denning Edem Hotor, popularly known as Ayigbey Edem, has cautioned young people against drug abuse, describing it as a destructive habit capable of ruining lives, families and communities.

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4 h. ago Wherever we go, our polling station executives are yearning for Dr Bawumia – NPP coordinators

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia continues to enjoy ringing endorsements from NPP delegates as he embarks on his nationwide campaign.

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8 h. ago Robberies and ECG Meter Thefts Spark Urgent Call for Police Patrols on Manhean

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/robberies-and-ecg-meter-thefts-spark-urgent-call-for-police-patrols-on-manhean/Story By: Dennis Ato Keelson Shop owners along the busy Manhean-tiGO Pole-Mallam road in the Ga West Municipal Assembly, Greater Accra are urgently appealing to the Ghana Police Service to deploy regular patrols to the area. Their plea follows a recent spate of robberies targeting makeshift stores, which has left the business community in fear. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/robberies-and-ecg-meter-thefts-spark-urgent-call-for-police-patrols-on-manhean/

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11 h. ago Only shortlisted teachers with index numbers eligible for GES promotion exams

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has said the nationwide teacher promotion examinations will proceed on Monday and Tuesday next week, issuing stringent guidelines that bar any candidate without an official index number from writing the test.

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11 h. ago Sports Betting Surge Sparks Mental Health Concerns Among Ghana Youth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sports-betting-surge-sparks-mental-health-concerns-among-ghana-youth/Sports betting has exploded across Ghana, transforming from casual entertainment into what health experts now describe as a public health crisis. Recent data from GeoPoll’s 2025 report shows that 71% of Ghanaians have placed bets, with young people comprising the majority of participants. The confluence of widespread smartphone access, mobile money platforms, and aggressive marketing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sports-betting-surge-sparks-mental-health-concerns-among-ghana-youth/

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12 h. ago Guinea Votes as Doumbouya Seeks Seven Year Presidential Term

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/guinea-votes-as-doumbouya-seeks-seven-year-presidential-term/Guinea held a presidential election on Sunday widely expected to hand General Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in a 2021 coup, a seven year mandate, completing the West African nation’s transition back to civilian rule. Some 6.7 million registered voters went to the polls, which opened at 07:00 GMT on Sunday and closed at 18:00 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/guinea-votes-as-doumbouya-seeks-seven-year-presidential-term/

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15 h. ago Galamsey cuts off cocoa farms in Mfantseman, farmers suffer heavy losses

Cocoa farmers in Mfantseman, located in the Upper Denkyira East Municipality of the Central Region, are facing severe challenges as illegal mining activities have destroyed access routes to their farms, leaving large quantities of cocoa uncollected and stranded.

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15 h. ago Israel Becomes First Nation to Recognize Somaliland as Independent State

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/israel-becomes-first-nation-to-recognize-somaliland-as-independent-state/Israel became the first country to formally recognize the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday, triggering swift condemnation from Somalia, the African Union (AU) and multiple regional powers. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture, health, technology and the economy. He congratulated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/israel-becomes-first-nation-to-recognize-somaliland-as-independent-state/

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29 h. ago Alhassan Suhuyini makes Christmas donations to churches within Tamale North Constituency

the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Tamale North Constituency, Alhassan Suhuyini, has made Christmas donations to a number of churches within the constituency as part of activities to support Christian communities during the festive season. The gesture was aimed at sharing goodwill and strengthening community bonds as residents marked the celebration of Christmas. The […]

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33 h. ago Kind Hearted Beings Charity spreads joy during festive season

The festive season was made even more special this year as the Kind Hearted Beings Charity, led by CEO Barima Osei Asare, spread warmth, kindness, and health to the community.

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37 h. ago Police net 120 suspects in major East Legon drug and crime swoop

A police operation to clamp down on illicit drug dealers and criminal gangs in the East Legon enclave has led to the arrest of 120 suspects, including six women. Following the arrests, the suspects were taken to the East Legon Police Station for screening to identify those connected to specific crimes and others suspected of […]

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45 h. ago U.S. airstrikes in Nigeria signal major shift in West African security

United States President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he ordered a "powerful and deadly" military strike against Islamic State militants in Northwest Nigeria. The operation, executed on Christmas Day, targeted what the president described as "ISIS Terrorist Scum" responsible for the persecution of Christians. Trump stated on Truth Social that he had previously warned these groups to "stop the slaughtering of Christians" or face "hell to pay." He characterised the mission as a series of "numerous perfect strikes" carried out by the "Department of War." In his concluding remarks, Trump wrote: "Under my leadership, our Country will not allow Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper. May God Bless our Military, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the dead Terrorists, of which there will be many more if their slaughter of Christians continues."

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52 h. ago Dave Bishop outlines vision as he seeks Ghana Boxing Federation executive board position

Boxing administrator Dave Bishop has officially begun campaigning for a seat on the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) Executive Board, promising reforms aimed at strengthening athlete development and expanding opportunities for Ghanaian boxers. In a statement announcing his bid, Mr Bishop said his decision to contest is driven by a belief in boxing’s ability to unite communities and empower young athletes across the country. “I believe in the power of boxing to unite and empower athletes across the nation. Together, we can build a stronger and more competitive boxing community,” he said.

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58 h. ago Alliance of Sahel States Forms a Military Bloc to Confront Destabilization Efforts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Abayomi Azikiwe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/alliance-of-sahel-states-forms-a-military-bloc-to-confront-destabilization-efforts/These three West African countries are under pressure by Neo-Colonialism and Imperialism Geostrategic Analysis Three West African countries which comprise the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) have now created a 5,000-person military force to fight the threats of terrorism aimed at reinstituting a neo-colonial framework of governance dominated by France and the United States. Since […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Abayomi Azikiwe, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/alliance-of-sahel-states-forms-a-military-bloc-to-confront-destabilization-efforts/

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58 h. ago Health Screening Campaign Tests Over 600 In Upper West Communities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-screening-campaign-tests-over-600-in-upper-west-communities/A health awareness and screening campaign targeting Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) has reached three rural communities in Jirapa Municipality, Upper West Region, according to Sahara Advocates of Change. The initiative, dubbed “Knock and Respond: Breaking Stigmatization Barrier,” was implemented in partnership with Hain Polyclinic and supported […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-screening-campaign-tests-over-600-in-upper-west-communities/

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60 h. ago Creion Launches Zero Fee Fundraising Platform for African Communities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/creion-launches-zero-fee-fundraising-platform-for-african-communities/Ghanaian digital platform Creion has launched Reach, a zero fee fundraising feature that enables individuals, communities and organizations to raise money for personal needs and social causes without the cost barriers common on international crowdfunding platforms. The new feature allows users to create campaigns for education, medical bills, community projects, creative pursuits and personal goals […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/creion-launches-zero-fee-fundraising-platform-for-african-communities/

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62 h. ago Singer Moliy Declares Unbreakable Bond with Ghana at Bhimfest

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/singer-moliy-declares-unbreakable-bond-with-ghana-at-bhimfest/Ghanaian American singer Moliy has affirmed her deep connection to Ghana, telling interviewers at Stonebwoy’s Bhimfest concert that she considers the relationship unshakeable regardless of public sentiment. Speaking with GhanaWeb on December 24, 2025, the artist reflected on how her ties to the West African nation have strengthened over time. “Me and Ghana, we have […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/singer-moliy-declares-unbreakable-bond-with-ghana-at-bhimfest/

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62 h. ago US Strike in Nigeria Raises Regional Trade Security Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-strike-in-nigeria-raises-regional-trade-security-concerns/The United States carried out military strikes against Islamic State militants in northwestern Nigeria on Thursday, placing regional trade risks at the centre of a widening security crisis in West Africa, where Nigeria anchors cross border commerce and transport corridors linking the coast to the Sahel. President Donald Trump said he ordered American forces to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-strike-in-nigeria-raises-regional-trade-security-concerns/

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63 h. ago Govt targets 99.9% electricity access by 2030 as Awurahae, Sapor Get Power

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-targets-99-9-electricity-access-by-2030-as-awurahae-sapor-get-power/Government has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving near-universal access to electricity, pledging to raise the national access rate from the current 89.03 per cent to about 99.9 per cent by 2030. Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan Mensah, said the goal is central to accelerating socio-economic development, particularly in underserved communities. “Government […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/govt-targets-99-9-electricity-access-by-2030-as-awurahae-sapor-get-power/

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63 h. ago Deputy Finance Minister powers Awurahae, Sapor, pledges roads and 24 hour market.

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/The Deputy Minister for Finance and MP for Asuogyaman, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has commissioned a 2.4-kilometre electricity network extension connecting the communities of Awurahae and Sapor to the national grid, ending decades of life without power for residents located just a few kilometres from the Akosombo Hydropower Dam. Commissioning the project on Christmas Day, December […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deputy-finance-minister-powers-awurahae-sapor-pledges-roads-and-24-hour-market/

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