2 h. ago Gov’t begins payment of monthly allowances to Assembly Members

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs has commenced the payment of monthly allowances to all Assembly Members across the country. Each Assembly Member will receive GH₵1,300 per month, the Minister, Ahmed Ibrahim, announced at a press briefing on Monday, July 14. He explained that the initiative forms part of the government’s broader […]

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3 h. ago Rejecting coins as a means of payment is illegal – BoG warns traders

The Bank of Ghana is urging the public especially traders and market operators to accept all legally issued coins, including smaller denominations such as 1, 5, 10, 20, and 50 pesewas, as valid forms of payment. This follows increasing reports of the lower denominations being rejected in everyday transactions, a practice the central bank says […]

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4 h. ago APL claims vindication following IMF’s revelation of BoG’s $1.4bn forex support

Governance think tank, the Africa Policy Lens, says it has been vindicated by a recent revelation by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that the Bank of Ghana pumped in dollars to support the recent stability of the Cedi. The IMF, in its latest review of Ghana's programme, revealed that the Bank of Ghana released $1.4bn forex support to sustain the Cedi against the US dollar.

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6 h. ago Paid allowances boosted Black Queens’ morale – Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco

Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco, Her Excellency Charity Gbedawo, has acknowledged that the payment of outstanding allowances to the Black Queens played a key role in boosting team morale ahead of their crucial match against Tanzania.

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9 h. ago ‘SafeCare is Changing Lives’: Gradually redefining quality care in Ghana

But beneath these subtle changes lies a quiet revolution, SafeCare, which is impacting Ghana’s healthcare system—one facility, one worker, one patient at a time.

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22 h. ago KNUST SMS, University of Utah mark 20 years of medical partnership with renewed commitment to training and exchange

The KNUST School of Medical Sciences (SMS) and the University of Utah have celebrated 20 years of collaboration in medical education and training, with both institutions recommitting to strengthening student exchanges, research, and clinical learning across borders.

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24 h. ago Azumah Resources rejects political motive claims, confirms EBID talks started in 2023

In a carefully worded public statement, Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd has confirmed that the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) was engaged in discussions to support the Black Volta Gold Project as early as 2023 — a critical clarification that challenges ongoing claims that the financing was politically engineered following Ghana’s 2024 elections.

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24 h. ago Ghana Prisons Service introduces juvenile and secondary education to promote rehabilitation – Muntaka

The Ministry of the Interior has announced significant reforms in the Ghana Prisons Service aimed at improving inmate welfare, with a focus on education and expanded correctional facilities. Speaking at the first session of the Government Accountability Series, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak revealed that the Prisons Service has rolled out juvenile and secondary education programmes […]

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24 h. ago NHIA/KOFIH holds conference on diabetes and hypertension management in Ghana

Ghana’s National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in partnership with the Korea Foundation For International Health (KOFIH), successfully held a multi-sectoral conference in Accra, focusing on diabetes and hypertension diseases rising prevalence in Ghana and the management strategies. The NHIA’s Research, Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate organized the round table discussions, aimed at finding practical solutions […]

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29 h. ago NPP opens media accreditation for July 19 National Delegates Congress

With just five days to go until its highly anticipated 2025 National Delegates Congress, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially opened its media accreditation process, rolling out comprehensive guidelines designed to facilitate smooth entry and extensive coverage for journalists. The political event, where the party is expected to elect its flagbearer for the 2028 […]

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40 h. ago Palmer inspires Chelsea to victory over PSG to claim Club World Cup

Cole Palmer inspired a stunning Chelsea performance as they downed European champions Paris St-Germain to win the first edition of the newly expanded Club World Cup. The England attacking midfielder scored twice and set up a brilliant third goal for new signing Joao Pedro in a comprehensive 3-0 win over in-form PSG at the MetLife […]

Sport

46 h. ago GIA boss debunks claim payment misconceptions as ‘Street Insurance Campaign’ educates public

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Insurers Association (GIA), Dr Kingsley Kwesi Kwabahson, has refuted widespread public perceptions that insurance companies are quick to collect premiums but reluctant to settle claims. Speaking during the climax of the 2025 Insurance Awareness Month activities, Dr Kwabahson revealed that insurance companies in Ghana collectively pay out as […]

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2 d. ago President of Concerned Small Scale Miners refutes allegations of intervening in Anti

President of the Concerned Small Scale Miners Association, Michael Kwadwo Peprah, has described as misleading reports of his intervention in pleading for clemency for miners invading the Desiri Forest of the Ahafo Ano North District in Ashanti Region. According to him, he had only inquired about the police operations, leading to his arrest. In a […]

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3 d. ago Bright Simons accuses ECOWAS Bank of misleading public in Black Volta Gold Deal

IMANI Africa Vice President Bright Simons has made startling allegations against the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID). He claimed the institution deliberately misled the public regarding the controversial Black Volta gold deal. The policy analyst made these claims during an appearance on JoyNews’ Newsfile program on Saturday. Simons highlighted what he finds as […]

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3 d. ago Businesses still battling power outages despite government assurances – PEF Boss

The Chief Executive Officer of the Private Enterprise Federation (PEF), Nana Osei Bonsu, has expressed concern over the continued impact of irregular power supply on businesses, contradicting recent claims by the government that the country’s electricity situation has stabilised. According to Mr. Bonsu, the reality on the ground for many private enterprises paints a much […]

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3 d. ago Flush the Crisis: Why Ghana can’t wait until 2103 to Fix the Toilet crisis

President John Dramani Mahama's declaration that "it is unacceptable that in 2025, open defecation persists in parts of Ghana" is a stark reminder of one of the country’s most persistent public health and development challenges. Speaking at the launch of Ghana's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), President Mahama called for a firm crackdown on building permits issued without toilet facilities, arguing that the country’s sanitation crisis is less about awareness and more about gaps in investment, enforcement, and community engagement.

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3 d. ago Nurses, Government, and Parliamentary Committee conclude meeting on Conditions of Service successfully

A high-stakes meeting between the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health, and the government has ended on a positive note, with the government agreeing to grant two of the allowances demanded by the association. The meeting, facilitated by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health, was aimed at finding a lasting solution to the dispute over the implementation of the GRNMA's 2024 Conditions of Service.

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3 d. ago JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Administrative Officer, Receptionist at Onesta Ghana Limited

Job Advertisement Onesta Profile: Onesta Ghana Ltd. is an agro-industrial company specialising in oil palm development, processing, and trade facilitation. The company recently launched “Redgold Oil Palm Plantation (ROPP)”, a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at developing a sustainable, fully integrated oil palm value chain in Ghana to transform the country into a major player in […]

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4 d. ago Ablekuma North rerun: Fake security personnel arrested near Awoshie DVLA polling station

The Ghana Police Service has arrested several individuals clad in brown uniforms claiming to be security personnel near the Awoshie DVLA polling station in the Ablekuma North Constituency. Sources indicate the suspects failed to properly identify themselves when questioned and were subsequently taken to the Odorkor Police Station for further questioning. The individuals were spotted […]

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4 d. ago IFMA Ghana launches student chapter at Sunyani Technical University, inaugurates Department of Architecture and Real Estate

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Ghana Chapter has officially launched its Student Chapter at Sunyani Technical University (STU), alongside the inauguration of the university’s newly established Department of Architecture and Real Estate.

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