6 h. ago Bank of America’s Bernard Mensah discusses AI, jobs and global economic pressures

President of International at Bank of America, Bernard Mensah, has offered valuable insights into the evolving impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the financial industry, macroeconomic uncertainties, and the potential effects of rising global tariffs. Speaking with Bloomberg Television’s Tom Mackenzie over the Bank of America Breakthrough Technology Dialogue in Goodwood, Bernard Mensah noted that AI remains top of mind across industries, though the conversation has significantly matured since early discussions around ChatGPT 2.0 in 2022.

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6 h. ago Ghanaian AI startup Fornix Labs pilots tool to support workload of doctors

A Ghanaian health-tech company, Fornix Labs, has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool aimed at easing the workload of doctors across the country.

Politics

12 h. ago Ghana sidelined as African peers reject LGBTQ+ mandate – CDM

The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has questioned Ghana’s failure to stand in solidarity with other African countries at the recent Human Rights Council session. 

Politics

17 h. ago South Sudan joins African Paralympic family as IPC grants provisional membership

The Paralympic Movement in Africa has grown even stronger, with South Sudan officially welcomed as a new member of the African Paralympic community. The country’s National Paralympic Committee (NPC) has been granted provisional membership by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), effective 30 June 2025. This landmark development follows the formal approval of South Sudan’s application […]

Politics

20 h. ago Telecel Ghana rewards 12th Dream Car Promo Winner with brand

Telecel Ghana has presented a brand-new Hyundai Creta to Mr. Toufiq Ahmed Mustapha, the grand prize winner of the 12th cycle of its flagship customer reward initiative, the Dream Car Promo.

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21 h. ago Musk’s Grok signs $200m deal with Pentagon days after antisemitism row

The Pentagon has signed a multi-million dollar deal to begin using Elon Musk's artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, as part of a wider rollout of AI tools for government use, the Department of Defence confirmed.

Economics

22 h. ago South African car exports to U.S. plunge as Trump tariffs bite

South African car exports to the United States dropped sharply in the first quarter of 2025, and tumbled more than 80% in April and May after import tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump hit automakers' sales, industry association Naamsa said.

Politics

32 h. ago ECOWAS mourns Buhari, hails his contribution to democracy and integration

In a statement issued by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, on July 13, described the former Nigerian president as a statesman whose legacy will endure in the annals of African democracy and regional unity.

Politics

33 h. ago New AI Skills Fellowship aims to train 10,000 Africans by the end of 2025

AI Skills Africa has unveiled an ambitious fellowship programme aiming to reshape the continent's economic landscape. The AI Skills Fellowship, launching its first cohort on 2 August, represents one of the largest AI education initiatives in Africa's history and a bold move to position Africa at the forefront of the global artificial intelligence revolution.

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35 h. ago MUSIGA to honour Fameye at Authentic Highlife Night on July 19

Fameye, the 2025 TGMA Highlife Artiste of the Year, will be honoured at the Authentic Highlife Night organised by the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA). The event is set to take place on Saturday, 19 July 2025, at the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill in Accra.

Politics

38 h. ago Electoral violence must be dealt with decisively – Ibn Chambas

The African Union High Representative for Silencing the Guns, Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas, has called for urgent and decisive action to end electoral violence in Ghana and across Africa, warning that peaceful elections are essential for long-term stability on the continent. Speaking on JoyNews’ News Desk, Dr Ibn Chambas stressed that election-related violence remains one […]

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39 h. ago Grace Adjoa Bayor: From Scoring Goals to Dressing Ghana’s Black Queens

The West Africans are one of the most recognizable nations at the helm of African Football. As far back as the 1990s, Ghana was vying for a place on the global stage when FIFA introduced the Women’s World Cup.

Politics

44 h. ago UK unveils new trade reforms to boost African exports and intra

African exporters and entrepreneurs are set to benefit from a new package of UK trade reforms unveiled on July 10.

Politics

68 h. ago Embrace rural postings to address shortage – Dr Apaak urges teachers

Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, has made a passionate appeal to newly qualified teachers to accept postings to rural and underserved communities, emphasising that their commitment is crucial to bridging the nation's persistent educational disparities.

Politics

3 d. ago AMA to temporarily close Nkrumah Avenue for urgent repair works on July 11

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced that a section of Kwame Nkrumah Avenue in the Central Business District (CBD) would be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic to allow for critical sectional repair works.

Politics

3 d. ago Focus on the Competition and Lose Your Product: A Political Marketing Lesson Ghana Must Learn

In every competitive space, business, sports, politics, the instinct to outdo the opponent is strong. But in marketing, that instinct can be fatal if it becomes obsessive. The brutal truth is this: focus too much on the competition, and you will lose your product. Political marketing, especially in Ghana, is dangerously guilty of this strategic misstep. Our campaigns are often more obsessed with destroying opponents than with building brands, more focused on discrediting rivals than on delivering a compelling value proposition to voters. The result is a political marketplace full of noise, bitterness, and cynicism with very little trust in the actual product: leadership.

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3 d. ago Alliance Rights and Health urges immediate action following AU pact on violence against women

Women’s rights advocacy group, Alliance Rights and Health, is calling on African governments to back their words with action following the adoption of the African Union Convention on the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls.

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4 d. ago Maison Yusif Fragrance makes a grand entrance in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio, became the latest city to witness the elegant blend of scent and cultural pride as Maison Yusif Fragrance made its much-anticipated debut in the U.S. market over the weekend.

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4 d. ago Vlisco launches “Icons Last Forever” campaign, celebrating timeless elegance and cultural legacy

Vlisco is proud to announce the launch of its new campaign, “Icons Last Forever,” on July 2nd, 2025. This campaign honors the timeless power of Vlisco’s most iconic designs, exploring what it means to be iconic across generations. Inspired by the legendary portraits of Malian photographer Seydou Keïta, “Icons Last Forever” celebrates the beauty and […]

Culture

4 d. ago Justice Blay accuses former teammate Kwame Opoku of stealing his girlfriend

Former Asante Kotoko midfielder, Justice Blay, has publicly accused his ex-teammate Kwame Opoku of betraying his trust by secretly dating a woman he was in a relationship with. In a candid revelation on Kumasi based Pure FM, Blay detailed the breakdown of their friendship, alleging that Opoku had been seeing his partner behind his back […]

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