60 h. ago Selective Justice Eroding Trust in Anti Corruption Efforts, Says Prempeh

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/selective-justice-eroding-trust-in-anti-corruption-efforts-says-prempeh/Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee Professor Henry Kwasi Prempeh has warned that perceived selective enforcement of anti corruption laws is steadily undermining public trust in Ghana’s justice system, weakening institutions meant to protect accountability and the rule of law. Speaking on JoyNews on Thursday, December 26, 2025, after the committee submitted its final report […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/selective-justice-eroding-trust-in-anti-corruption-efforts-says-prempeh/

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4 d. ago IMF Warns Energy Sector Reform Delays Could Trigger Return of Dumsor

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-warns-energy-sector-reform-delays-could-trigger-return-of-dumsor/Ghanaians should brace themselves for a possible return to the dreaded days of erratic power supply, widely known as dumsor, if the implementation of the government’s Energy Sector Recovery Programme continues to drag. This is the warning from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following the fifth review of the country’s bailout programme. The Fund fears […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-warns-energy-sector-reform-delays-could-trigger-return-of-dumsor/

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4 d. ago IMF Warns Economic Risks Could Undermine Ghana’s Recovery Progress

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-warns-economic-risks-could-undermine-ghanas-recovery-progress/The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned that despite a generally positive macroeconomic outlook, Ghana’s economic recovery remains vulnerable to both external shocks and domestic policy missteps that could reverse recent gains. Following the successful fifth review of Ghana’s IMF programme, the Fund acknowledged the economy is regaining stability after years of strain. However, it […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-warns-economic-risks-could-undermine-ghanas-recovery-progress/

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4 d. ago Ghana’s performance broadly satisfactory; but faces downside risks to economy – IMF

It also alluded that Ghana is on track to achieve a primary surplus of 1.5% of GDP by year-end, stressing that the 2026 budget, submitted to Parliament, aligns with fiscal programme objectives and the new fiscal responsibility framework, while accommodating developmental and security needs.

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6 d. ago Dafeamakpor defends withdrawn OSP repeal bill, says move was to strengthen anti

The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson Dafeamakpor, has defended his role in the controversial private member’s bill seeking to repeal the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) Act, insisting that the move was motivated by a desire to strengthen Ghana’s anti-corruption framework, not undermine it.

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8 d. ago Understanding the Key Differences Between Artificial Intelligence and Automation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/understanding-the-key-differences-between-artificial-intelligence-and-automation/Artificial intelligence and automation are often mentioned together, sometimes interchangeably, but in practice they are distinct technologies with different capabilities, risks and economic implications for businesses and workers. Automation refers to the use of machines, software or systems to perform tasks with minimal or no human intervention. The core objective is efficiency, consistency and cost […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/understanding-the-key-differences-between-artificial-intelligence-and-automation/

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8 d. ago IMANI Warns Against Lithium Royalty Cuts for Profitable Companies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-against-lithium-royalty-cuts-for-profitable-companies/IMANI Africa founder Franklin Cudjoe has warned that Ghana risks long term economic collapse if it continues granting generous concessions to already profitable private businesses, particularly in the mining sector. Cudjoe made the case when an IMANI delegation appeared before Parliament’s Lands and Natural Resources Committee during discussions on Ghana’s lithium agreement. He questioned the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-against-lithium-royalty-cuts-for-profitable-companies/

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8 d. ago The idea that elections are won at the polling stations generates violence – Kofi Bentil

Lawyer and Senior Vice President of IMANI-Africa, Kofi Bentil, has cautioned that the widely held belief that elections are won at polling stations is fuelling electoral violence and undermining democratic stability in Ghana.

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9 d. ago Regulate Airbnb or risk undermining Ghana’s hotel industry – Hotels Association president

The President of the Ghana Hotels Association, Dr Edward Ackah-Nyamike, has warned that the rapid growth of Airbnb without proper regulation could undermine Ghana’s hotel industry.

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1 week ago Ghana moves to prevent strained ties with Nigeria as Sam Jonah investment dispute heads to ECOWAS — High Commissioner

Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal, says the government is taking every diplomatic step necessary to protect its longstanding relationship with Nigeria while seeking justice in the investment dispute involving businessman Sir Sam Jonah. The diplomatic escalation follows a formal 11-page petition submitted on December 13, 2025, by Sir Sam Jonah to Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The businessman accuses the Nigerian CAC of expropriating his shares in Abuja’s River Park Estate, undermining court processes, and breaching regional investment protections. His petition urges Ghana to intervene at the highest diplomatic levels, citing millions of dollars in Ghanaian-led investments allegedly threatened by the actions of Nigerian authorities.

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1 week ago Ghana moves to prevent strained ties with Nigeria as Sam Jonah investment dispute heads to ECOWAS

Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal, says the government is taking every diplomatic step necessary to protect its longstanding relationship with Nigeria while seeking justice in the investment dispute involving businessman Sir Sam Jonah. The diplomatic escalation follows a formal 11-page petition submitted on December 13, 2025, by Sir Sam Jonah to Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The businessman accuses the Nigerian CAC of expropriating his shares in Abuja’s River Park Estate, undermining court processes, and breaching regional investment protections. His petition urges Ghana to intervene at the highest diplomatic levels, citing millions of dollars in Ghanaian-led investments allegedly threatened by the actions of Nigerian authorities.

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1 week ago JoyBusiness Review 2025: Banks must increase lending to agriculture despite risks – Prof. Quartey

Professor Peter Quartey, Director of the Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy (LECIAD) and former head of ISSER, says Ghana’s agricultural sector continues to suffer from poor access to credit because banks perceive it as too risky despite government interventions. Speaking on the JoyNews Business Economic Forum, Prof. Quartey said lending to agriculture remains […]

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1 week ago Fitch Ratings Maintains Deteriorating Outlook for Global Shipping Sector in 2026

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fitch-ratings-maintains-deteriorating-outlook-for-global-shipping-sector-in-2026/Fitch Ratings has maintained its deteriorating outlook for the global shipping sector in 2026 reflecting slower economic growth and rising geopolitical risks that will weigh on demand and profits. The rating agency released its Global Shipping Outlook 2026 report on December 8 2025 warning that weaker Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth across major economies combined […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fitch-ratings-maintains-deteriorating-outlook-for-global-shipping-sector-in-2026/

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2 w. ago Fitch Solutions warns Ghana against downside risks to economic, Islamist insurgency  

Fitch Solutions is warning that the risks to Ghana’s economic growth outlook are clearly tilted to the downside.  According to the UK-based firm, the principal vulnerability stems from gold prices, which its Commodities Team expects to average a record US$3,700 per ounce in 2026. However, a sharper-than-expected resurgence in US inflation prompting renewed monetary tightening, or […]

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2 w. ago Fitch Solutions warns Ghana against downside risks to economic growth, Islamist insurgency  

Fitch Solutions is warning that the risks to Ghana’s economic growth outlook are clearly tilted to the downside.  According to the UK-based firm, the principal vulnerability stems from gold prices, which its Commodities Team expects to average a record US$3,700 per ounce in 2026. However, a sharper-than-expected resurgence in US inflation prompting renewed monetary tightening, or […]

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2 w. ago Health Rights Group Identifies Four Critical Gaps in 2026 Budget

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-rights-group-identifies-four-critical-gaps-in-2026-budget/The government has described its 2026 budget as the most people focused and health centred in recent years, announcing a record 34 billion Ghana cedis allocation for the health sector. However, the Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR), a leading health rights coalition in Ghana, warns that four persistent, important gaps threaten to undermine the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-rights-group-identifies-four-critical-gaps-in-2026-budget/

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2 w. ago Civil Society Coalition Rejects Ghana Lithium Royalty Reduction to Five Percent

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-coalition-rejects-ghana-lithium-royalty-reduction-to-five-percent/The Coalition for Accountable Resource Governance has strongly opposed the proposed five percent royalty rate in Ghana’s renegotiated Ewoyaa lithium agreement, describing the reduction as undermining national interests. CARG-Ghana issued a statement criticizing the government’s decision to lower the rate from 10 percent negotiated under the previous administration. The coalition argues the adjustment represents a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-coalition-rejects-ghana-lithium-royalty-reduction-to-five-percent/

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3 w. ago Minority urges government to tackle smuggling and protect local farmers

The Minority in Parliament has warned that unchecked smuggling of rice, fish, and other food products is undermining Ghanaian farmers and threatening national food security.

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3 w. ago EGP Report Exposes Deepening Debt Crisis; Warns Ghana Risks Another Economic Meltdown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egp-report-exposes-deepening-debt-crisis-warns-ghana-risks-another-economic-meltdown/A new report by the Economic Governance Platform (EGP) has issued a stark warning on Ghana’s worsening debt crisis, urging government to adopt urgent, far-reaching reforms to restore fiscal stability and prevent another cycle of economic collapse. Launching the study in Accra during a High Level Policy Dialogue on Economic Governance, Abdulkarim Mohammed, Coordinator of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egp-report-exposes-deepening-debt-crisis-warns-ghana-risks-another-economic-meltdown/

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3 w. ago ‘Wesley Girls asks students to spy on Muslim girls so they don’t pray’ – Interior Minister alleges

Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak has raised concerns over what he describes as growing intolerance within both Christian and Muslim faith-based schools across the country. He cautioned that such practices risk deepening division and undermining Ghana’s longstanding culture of religious coexistence.

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