7 h. ago Cudjoe Questions NPP Intellectual Capacity After Electoral Defeat

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cudjoe-questions-npp-intellectual-capacity-after-electoral-defeat/Franklin Cudjoe, founding president of policy think tank IMANI Africa, has publicly criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for what he describes as a decline in intellectual caliber, stating that the once vibrant opposition now comprises mostly uninspiring personnel. The policy analyst made the assessment December 28 in a social media post reflecting on the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cudjoe-questions-npp-intellectual-capacity-after-electoral-defeat/

Politics

13 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/

Sport

14 h. ago UN Urges End to Arbitrary Detentions in Guinea Bissau After Six Released

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/un-urges-end-to-arbitrary-detentions-in-guinea-bissau-after-six-released/The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) welcomed the release on Tuesday of six opposition figures from detention in Guinea Bissau as an encouraging step, but stressed that authorities must put an end to all arbitrary detentions and forms of intimidation. The UN statement on Friday called upon authorities in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/un-urges-end-to-arbitrary-detentions-in-guinea-bissau-after-six-released/

Politics

15 h. ago Alavanyo Paramount Queen backs Asantehene in opposition to inclusion of Queenmothers in Houses of Chiefs

The Paramount Queen of the Alavanyo Traditional Area, Mamaga Ametor II, has declared her support for His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, over his rejection of proposals to include traditional queens and queenmothers in the National and Regional Houses of Chiefs.

Politics

18 h. ago Ghana Gold Board Faces Scrutiny Over Financial Sustainability Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is at the center of intense debate over its financial operations and risk management as the Bank of Ghana prepares to exit artisanal gold trading on January 1, 2026. The controversy intensified following the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Fifth Review report on Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility programme, which disclosed that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-faces-scrutiny-over-financial-sustainability-concerns/

Politics

35 h. ago Source of GOLDBOD’s trading funds questioned amid reported $214m loss

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr George Domfeh, has questioned the source of trading funds for GOLDBOD.

Politics

39 h. ago Victoria Bright: Weak institutions make presidential term extension risky

Chartered legal practitioner and entrepreneur, Victoria Bright, has voiced her opposition to the proposal to extend Ghana’s presidential term from four to five years, stressing that the country’s institutions are not yet robust enough to support such a change.

Politics

40 h. ago At 30, you lack the experience to be a President – Prof Agyeman

Former UN Senior Governance Advisor, Prof. Kwaku Agyeman-Duah, has expressed opposition to proposals seeking to lower the presidential age threshold from 40 to 30 years.

Politics

54 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.

Sport

58 h. ago China Launches Three Venture Funds For Hard Technology Sectors

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/china-launches-three-venture-funds-for-hard-technology-sectors/China unveiled three venture capital funds on Friday, December 26, to invest in advanced technology sectors as Beijing intensifies its push for technological self-reliance. State broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV) reported that each fund exceeds 50 billion yuan, bringing total planned capital to more than 150 billion yuan (approximately $21.4 billion). The funds will target […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/china-launches-three-venture-funds-for-hard-technology-sectors/

Politics

60 h. ago Olympic Bronze Medalist Samuel Takyi Headlines Boxing Memorial Event Sunday

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/olympic-bronze-medalist-samuel-takyi-headlines-boxing-memorial-event-sunday/Sports Education And Management (SEM) Promotions stages a 14 bout boxing card at Bukom Boxing Arena on December 28 featuring Olympic bronze medalist Samuel Takyi and national champions in what promoter Edward Coleman describes as a memorial event honouring fallen cruiserweight Ernest Akushey. Coleman confirmed Friday that the event, branded “The Night Of Reset, Entertainment […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/olympic-bronze-medalist-samuel-takyi-headlines-boxing-memorial-event-sunday/

Sport

61 h. ago Legendary Coach Kwatelai Quartey to Receive Special Boxing Award

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legendary-coach-kwatelai-quartey-to-receive-special-boxing-award/Veteran boxing coach Kwatelai Quartey has been recognized with a Special Award for his decades-long contribution to Bukom and Ghana boxing, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential figures in the sport’s history. No account of Ghana’s boxing history is complete without mention of Quartey, affectionately known as Wutor, the long serving head […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/legendary-coach-kwatelai-quartey-to-receive-special-boxing-award/

Sport

64 h. ago Finance Ministry Downplays Significance of Three Month IMF Extension

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/finance-ministry-downplays-significance-of-three-month-imf-extension/A senior technical advisor at Ghana’s Finance Ministry has defended the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) proposed three month extension of the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, characterizing such adjustments as routine practice in fund supported arrangements worldwide. Dr. Theo Acheampong said the extension carries no negative implications for Ghana’s economic recovery trajectory or the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/finance-ministry-downplays-significance-of-three-month-imf-extension/

Politics

64 h. ago 4 banks including one state bank remain severely undercapitalised – IMF

The Fund report added that capital support from the GFSF to two of these banks has tipped state-ownership interest into a majority position, highlighting that state interest is expected to revert to a non-majority status on completion of these banks’ respective negotiations with investors for their recapitalisation.

Politics

64 h. ago Economist Assures Public on IMF Programme Extension Proposal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-assures-public-on-imf-programme-extension-proposal/Following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) proposal to extend Ghana’s bailout programme by three months, economist and Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Theo Acheampong, has moved to calm public concerns about the recommendation. The extension, which would shift the programme’s end date from May 16, 2026, to August 16, 2026, was disclosed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-assures-public-on-imf-programme-extension-proposal/

Politics

64 h. ago Economist Challenges Central Bank Over Gold Programme Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-challenges-central-bank-over-gold-programme-losses/An economist has questioned the Bank of Ghana and the Ghana Gold Board’s dismissal of reported losses from the country’s gold operations, citing contradictions with International Monetary Fund disclosures in a sharply worded public statement. Frank Bannor, senior research fellow at the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP), challenged the central bank’s Thursday […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-challenges-central-bank-over-gold-programme-losses/

Politics

69 h. ago BoG says IMF praises Ghana’s macroeconomic gains, gold loss claims speculative

The Bank of Ghana says Ghana’s macroeconomic performance has been strongly endorsed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) following the successful completion of the fifth review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF)-supported programme on December 17.

Politics

3 d. ago IMF Plans Adjustments to Ghana’s Fiscal and Monetary Targets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-plans-adjustments-to-ghanas-fiscal-and-monetary-targets/Beyond the proposed extension of Ghana’s ECF programme, the International Monetary Fund has outlined plans to adjust key elements of the programme framework to reflect prevailing macroeconomic conditions. In its latest Staff Report, the Fund disclosed that revisions would be made to the Indicative Targets (ITs) and the Monetary Policy Consultation Clause (MPCC). By the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-plans-adjustments-to-ghanas-fiscal-and-monetary-targets/

Events

4 d. ago Analysis: How GoldBod’s operations led to a $214 million loss at the BoG

The IMF has confirmed that the Bank of Ghana has incurred some losses through the Gold for Reserves programme implemented via the Ghana Gold Board.  In its 5th review of Ghana’s ongoing IMF programme, the Fund disclosed that losses from the artisanal and small scale doré gold transactions under the programme had reached $214 million […]

Economics

4 d. ago IMF Report Discloses US$214 Million Losses from Gold for Reserves Programme

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-report-discloses-us214-million-losses-from-gold-for-reserves-programme/Operational costs from Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) alongside trading shortfalls have driven losses under the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) Gold for Reserves (G4R) programme to US$214 million within the first nine months of 2025, according to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Fifth Review report. The disclosure is contained in the IMF staff report on Ghana’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imf-report-discloses-us214-million-losses-from-gold-for-reserves-programme/

Economics