35 h. ago Agric Minister applauds farmers, highlights new era of innovation at National Farmers Day 

The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has praised Ghana’s farmers and fishers for their vital role in sustaining the nation’s food system and driving economic growth, describing them as the backbone of national development. 

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54 h. ago Ken Agyapong salutes farmers, promises modernisation agenda for agriculture

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Ken Ohene Agyapong, has marked this year’s National Farmers’ Day with a tribute to the country’s farmers and fisherfolk, positioning them as the lifeblood of Ghana’s food security and economic resilience.

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61 h. 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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62 h. ago New Fisheries Law Overlooks Critical Mining Pollution Threat to Ghana’s Coastline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-fisheries-law-overlooks-critical-mining-pollution-threat-to-ghanas-coastline/Ghana’s newly enacted Fisheries and Aquaculture Act has been widely praised as a breakthrough in marine conservation, yet environmental advocates warn the law fails to address a mounting crisis that could undermine its entire purpose: toxic pollution from illegal mining pouring into the ocean. President John Dramani Mahama signed the Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, 2025 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-fisheries-law-overlooks-critical-mining-pollution-threat-to-ghanas-coastline/

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62 h. ago Minority sounds alarm over fuel shortages crippling Ghana’s fishing communities

The Minority in Parliament has sounded the alarm over worsening conditions in Ghana’s fishing communities, accusing the government of neglect and logistical failures that threaten food security and livelihoods.

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62 h. ago Minority calls for urgent action to shield farmers from rising production challenges

The Minority in Parliament has expressed deep concern over the mounting challenges facing Ghanaian farmers and fishers, warning that rising production costs and logistical barriers are eroding competitiveness and threatening livelihoods.

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4 d. ago Farmers and fishers are the ‘quiet architects’ of national stability – Volta Council of State Member

The Volta Region representative on the Council of State, Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, has praised Ghana’s farmers and fishers as central to the nation’s stability and prosperity.

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2 w. ago Ghanaian president vows new measures to protect fishing industry

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-president-vows-new-measures-to-protect-fishing-industry/Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama on Friday pledged that his government would introduce new and stronger measures to protect the country’s fishing industry and fishery livelihoods. During the National Conference of Chief Fishermen and Queen Fishmongers, Mahama said that the government has, in line with the new desire, passed the new Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-president-vows-new-measures-to-protect-fishing-industry/

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2 w. ago Mahama calls for responsible fishing, announces new investments in fisheries sector

President John Mahama has urged Ghana’s fishing communities to commit to responsible and sustainable practices as the government rolls out new investments to strengthen the sector.

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2 w. ago Ghana Police commission four new patrol boats to strengthen marine security

The Ghana Police Service has taken delivery of four new patrol boats to enhance the operational capacity of its Marine Police Unit, a move expected to improve security along the country’s over 550-kilometre coastline significantly. Ghana’s coastal corridor supports fishing, trade, offshore energy operations and other key sectors of the blue economy. However, the Marine […]

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3 w. ago Dear Mahama series: Sekyere Hemang Headworks risks shutdown over heavy silt

The Sekyere Hemang Water Treatment Plant in the Central Region is on the brink of total shutdown - choked by heavy silt that is crippling operations and causing acute water shortages across parts of the region.

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