16 h. ago Ambassador Tong Defa urges Chinese nationals to abide by Ghana’s laws

The Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Tong Defa, today delivered an address on the deep partnership between China and Ghana in the mining sector, strongly reiterating the Chinese government's policy that its nationals overseas must strictly adhere to local laws.

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17 h. ago Israel urges Ghana to address consular dispute through diplomatic channels as two “mature states”

An Israeli official has denied claims that Israel apologised to Ghana over the deportation of three Ghanaian nationals, insisting that the issue was a “consular problem” that should be handled through diplomatic channels. The official, who revealed to Myjoyonline, said Israel had raised the matter with Ghana “more than once” and stressed that such issues are usually resolved quietly between “two friendly and mature states.” This contradicts an earlier statement by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who told the Joy FM Super Morning Show on Thursday, December 12, that Israeli authorities had apologised and that both sides were working to de-escalate the situation.

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69 h. ago Police seek diplomatic help to contact US woman who alleged kidnapping by masked officers

The Ghana Police Service says it is working through diplomatic channels to secure the cooperation of an American woman who posted a viral video alleging she was kidnapped and robbed by persons she claimed were police officers. The police made this known in a press release on Monday, December 9, 2025, detailing challenges in investigating the serious claims made by Arianna Naomi Mackey.

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6 d. ago Rising attacks on journalists demand better coordination with Security agencies — MFWA

Programmes Director for Freedom of Expression and Digital Rights at the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), Dora Boamah Mawutor, has called for improved collaboration between the media and security agencies to address the rising incidents of attacks against journalists in Ghana. 

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7 d. ago Ghana, EU strengthen partnership to address Sahel security challenges  

President John Mahama has met with the European Union Special Representative for the Sahel, João Cravinho, at the Presidency to discuss enhanced cooperation on regional security and development.  

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9 d. ago GFD pushes for urgent overhaul of Ghana’s Disability Act to address persistent barriers

Despite various government interventions aimed at improving the lives of persons with disabilities, many continue to face daily obstacles that limit their full participation in society. From inaccessible public buildings to limited employment opportunities, millions of Ghanaians with disabilities say progress has been slow, and the legal framework meant to protect them is outdated. It […]

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1 week ago ‘Trust is the new currency’ – Fidelity Bank’s Atta Gyan challenges corporate leaders to anchor governance in ethics

Fidelity Bank Ghana has challenged corporate Ghana to radically redefine its approach to governance in an address at the 3rd Ghana Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) National Fraud Conference.

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1 week ago Joyce Aryee Demands Gender Equity Reform in Ghana Mining Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/Stateswoman Joyce Aryee has challenged Ghana’s mining industry to address systemic marginalization of women, describing current conditions as fundamentally unjust despite the sector’s potential to transform lives. The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines made these observations during a mentorship session with fellows of the Africa Extractive Media Fellowship (AEMF). […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/

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1 week ago Otumfuo Urges Mahama to Prioritize Unemployment Crisis Threatening National Stability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/otumfuo-urges-mahama-to-prioritize-unemployment-crisis-threatening-national-stability/Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on President John Dramani Mahama to take urgent steps to address Ghana’s rising unemployment, describing it as a growing threat to national stability that can no longer be ignored. Speaking at the 59th Congregation of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) on Saturday, November 29, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/otumfuo-urges-mahama-to-prioritize-unemployment-crisis-threatening-national-stability/

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1 week ago IMF Urges Policymakers to Address Trade Tensions for Durable Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-urges-policymakers-to-address-trade-tensions-for-durable-growth/The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on policymakers worldwide to resolve escalating trade tensions, safeguard economic stability, and implement growth oriented reforms to achieve sustainable prosperity in an increasingly uncertain global environment. According to the Fund, the global economy stands at a critical juncture. Despite considerable resilience displayed over the past five years, trade […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-urges-policymakers-to-address-trade-tensions-for-durable-growth/

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2 w. ago Telecel Ghana CEO Urges Strong Governance During Corporate Transitions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecel-ghana-ceo-urges-strong-governance-during-corporate-transitions/Patricia Obo-Nai has urged companies undergoing ownership changes to prioritize robust governance controls, warning that operational vulnerabilities often emerge during periods of transition. The Telecel Ghana chief executive delivered the keynote address at the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Ghana 2025 Governance Forum, drawing on lessons from her company’s transformation from Vodafone Ghana. Speaking on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/telecel-ghana-ceo-urges-strong-governance-during-corporate-transitions/

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2 w. ago Ghana Pushes Global Gold Certification System to Combat Smuggling

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-global-gold-certification-system-to-combat-smuggling/Ghana is mounting an international campaign for a unified global gold certification system to combat smuggling, illicit trade, and the financing of criminal networks, an initiative unveiled by Lawyer Samuel Gyamfi, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), during a high level address at the Dubai Precious Metals Conference. Speaking at the 2025 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-global-gold-certification-system-to-combat-smuggling/

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2 w. ago UK Finance Minister Faces Backlash Over Inheritance Tax Speculation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/uk-finance-minister-faces-backlash-over-inheritance-tax-speculation/Britain’s Chancellor Rachel Reeves risks public fury if she tightens inheritance tax allowances ahead of Wednesday’s Budget, according to financial experts who warn that families already facing frozen thresholds will reject further restrictions. The government is considering changes to gifting rules and potentially extending frozen thresholds beyond 2030 as it seeks to address budget pressures […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/uk-finance-minister-faces-backlash-over-inheritance-tax-speculation/

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2 w. ago Ghana Risks Corruption Over Controversial School Desk Directive

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-risks-corruption-over-controversial-school-desk-directive/A procurement expert has cautioned that Ghana could deepen systemic corruption if the government fails to address a contentious directive restricting school desk purchases to eight selected suppliers across all local assemblies. Anthony Abotsi Afriyie, Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply with Chartered Status (MCIPS CS), delivered this warning while presenting the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-risks-corruption-over-controversial-school-desk-directive/

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2 w. ago Civic Courage Prime Ingredient for National Progress, Afoko Tells Ghanaian Youth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civic-courage-prime-ingredient-for-national-progress-afoko-tells-ghanaian-youth/Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman Awentami Paul Afoko has described civic courage as the prime ingredient for national progress, insisting that defending principles, speaking truth to power and protecting democracy must never be treated as partisan or ideological acts but as moral duties. Delivering his address at the fifth Dialogue Public Lecture held […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civic-courage-prime-ingredient-for-national-progress-afoko-tells-ghanaian-youth/

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2 w. ago Heritage Christian University pledges to produce entrepreneurially inclined graduates to tackle youth unemployment

The Chancellor of Heritage Christian University, Dr James Asare Adjei, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing graduates who are both academically proficient and entrepreneurially skilled to address the growing issue of youth unemployment in Ghana.

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2 w. ago Ghana Prioritizes Agricultural Transformation to Drive Economic Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-prioritizes-agricultural-transformation-to-drive-economic-growth/Government officials, academics and industry experts gathered in Accra to chart a roadmap for agricultural modernization, positioning the sector as central to Ghana’s economic future and youth employment strategy. The Agriculture Modernization Conference, held at the Accra City Hotel under the theme “Innovative Agricultural Transformation and Sustainable Growth in Africa,” brought together stakeholders to address […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-prioritizes-agricultural-transformation-to-drive-economic-growth/

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3 w. ago COHBS Conference: Dr. Kingsley Agyemang Calls for Stronger Leadership in Basic Schools

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cohbs-conference-dr-kingsley-agyemang-calls-for-stronger-leadership-in-basic-schools/The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Hon. Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has called for a renewed national commitment to empowering heads of basic schools, describing school leadership as “the hinge upon which the entire educational enterprise turns.” He made the call when he delivered the keynote address as Special Guest of Honour at the 2nd […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cohbs-conference-dr-kingsley-agyemang-calls-for-stronger-leadership-in-basic-schools/

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3 w. ago BoG to intensify efforts to strengthen cedi as primary medium of exchange

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) says it will intensify efforts to re-anchor the cedi as the primary medium of exchange in the country. Speaking at the Cedi @60 International Currency Conference, the governor of the central bank, Dr Johnson Asiama, emphasised the need to address the pressures of currency substitution and dollarisation that threaten Ghana's economic sovereignty.

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3 w. ago Australia, Canada and UK Launch Campaign Against Visa Fraud in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/australia-canada-and-uk-launch-campaign-against-visa-fraud-in-ghana/The High Commissions of Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom have launched a joint one week public awareness campaign to address rising visa fraud in Ghana, a trend threatening the nation’s business competitiveness and international reputation. The coordinated initiative responds to alarming increases in fraudulent documents submitted by Ghanaian applicants. In 2024, the UK High […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/australia-canada-and-uk-launch-campaign-against-visa-fraud-in-ghana/

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