20 h. ago Technip Energies Backs MSGBC Energy Conference as Regional Projects Advance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/technip-energies-backs-msgbc-energy-conference-as-regional-projects-advance/Technip Energies will serve as a Gold Sponsor at December’s MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference in Dakar, reinforcing its commitment to West Africa’s energy sector. The event, supported by Senegal’s Energy Ministry, Petrosen, COS-Petrogaz, and the African Energy Chamber, aims to foster partnerships under the theme “Energy, Petroleum and Mining in Africa: Synergy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/technip-energies-backs-msgbc-energy-conference-as-regional-projects-advance/

Politics

20 h. ago Illegal Miners Threaten Ghana’s Energy Lifelines Amid Rescue Plan Launch

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/illegal-miners-threaten-ghanas-energy-lifelines-amid-rescue-plan-launch/Galamsey operators are digging perilously close to Ghana’s critical gas pipelines, risking catastrophic explosions that could cripple the nation’s power supply. Nana Otwasuom Osae Nyampong VI, Board Chairman of Genser Energy, warns miners prospecting beneath pipelines in Ashanti and Western regions are “playing with fire.” These high-pressure arteries carry flammable natural gas feeding thermal plants […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/illegal-miners-threaten-ghanas-energy-lifelines-amid-rescue-plan-launch/

Events

2 d. ago Ghana Approves Strategic Gas Plant Shutdown to Bolster Energy Reliability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-approves-strategic-gas-plant-shutdown-to-bolster-energy-reliability/The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has approved a critical two-week shutdown of Ghana’s Atuabo Gas Processing Plant, scheduled from August 16–30, 2025. The temporary halt, requested by operator Ghana Gas, will enable essential maintenance to enhance the plant’s efficiency and safety systems. During the suspension, gas supply to power generators will pause, but […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-approves-strategic-gas-plant-shutdown-to-bolster-energy-reliability/

Events

2 d. ago Ghana’s Oil Insurers Rally Expertise Amid Energy Sector Expansion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-insurers-rally-expertise-amid-energy-sector-expansion/Ghana’s oil and gas insurers have launched a major upskilling drive as new offshore discoveries signal fresh growth for the sector. The Ghana Oil and Gas Insurance Pool (GOGIP), a consortium of 21 local insurers mandated to cover the upstream industry, hosted a three-day technical seminar in Accra this month. Titled “Enhancing Industry Expertise,” the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-insurers-rally-expertise-amid-energy-sector-expansion/

Science

3 d. ago Atuabo Gas Plant to undergo scheduled maintenance from August 16–30

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has approved a request by the Ghana National Gas Company Ltd. (Ghana Gas) to carry out a scheduled maintenance shutdown of the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant from August 16 to August 30, 2025. According to the Ministry, the planned suspension of gas supply will allow for critical inspections, […]

Politics

4 d. ago Ghana Armed Forces to Host Inaugural National Bowls Championship

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-armed-forces-to-host-inaugural-national-bowls-championship/Accra’s Burma Camp will buzz with sporting energy as the Ghana Armed Forces Sports Complex hosts the country’s first-ever national bowls championship from August 20–21, 2025. Organized by the Ghana Bowls Federation and the Armed Forces Sports Directorate, the event kicks off with a youth tournament for Garrison Basic School pupils before elite matches commence. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-armed-forces-to-host-inaugural-national-bowls-championship/

Sport

4 d. ago Genser hails ‘symbols of courage’ as Ghana mourns helicopter crash victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/genser-hails-symbols-of-courage-as-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims/Genser Energy has expressed condolences to Ghana after eight prominent Ghanaians, including two cabinet ministers and senior military officers, were killed in a helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region. The aircraft went down on 6 August at Adansi Akrofuom, claiming the lives of Defence Minister Dr Edward Kofi Omane Boamah; Environment, Science and Technology Minister […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/genser-hails-symbols-of-courage-as-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims/

Events

4 d. ago Tullow Oil’s US$61M Loss Spotlights Efficiency Urgency, Analysts Warn

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tullow-oils-us61m-loss-spotlights-efficiency-urgency-analysts-warn/Energy experts are pushing oil firms to slash costs and boost output after Tullow Oil posted a $61 million first-half loss, reversing its $196 million profit from 2024. The slump underscores broader industry strains as stagnant crude prices squeeze margins. Benjamin Nsiah, Executive Director of the Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy, minced no […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tullow-oils-us61m-loss-spotlights-efficiency-urgency-analysts-warn/

Events

4 d. ago Napo Urges Lasting Support for Families of Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/napo-urges-lasting-support-for-families-of-helicopter-crash-victims/At a solemn wreath-laying ceremony in Jubilee House gardens, New Patriotic Party stalwart Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (“Napo”) called for unity and sustained compassion toward families of Ghana’s recent helicopter crash victims. The former Energy Minister framed the tragedy which killed two cabinet ministers and six others as a moment for “sober reflection” beyond partisan […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/napo-urges-lasting-support-for-families-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

Events

5 d. ago Ghana Maps Clean Energy Hotspots to Power Underserved Communities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-maps-clean-energy-hotspots-to-power-underserved-communities/A nationwide effort is underway to pinpoint Ghana’s most promising zones for renewable energy expansion. The LEAF Ghana Project is identifying “clean energy hotspots” where solar and other distributed systems could transform lives in underserved areas. Project Coordinator Francis Adarkwah revealed the initiative targets locations where renewable power would deliver maximum social impact. “This isn’t […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-maps-clean-energy-hotspots-to-power-underserved-communities/

Politics

6 d. ago Ghana Energy Awards postpones media launch in honour of fallen heroes

The Ghana Energy Awards (GEA) has announced the postponement of the Media Launch and Opening of Nominations for its ninth edition, originally scheduled for Tuesday, 12th August 2025, at the Airport View Hotel in Accra. This decision follows the recent tragic loss of distinguished statesmen and gallant soldiers in a devastating helicopter crash — an […]

Events

7 d. ago Deloitte Warns Ghana Energy Reforms Risk Gains Without Macroeconomic Alignment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deloitte-warns-ghana-energy-reforms-risk-gains-without-macroeconomic-alignment/Global consultancy Deloitte has cautioned that Ghana’s energy sector reforms require stronger integration with broader economic policies to prevent undermining recent stability gains. In its analysis of the 2025 Mid-Year Budget, the firm acknowledged government efforts to restructure crippling sector debts but highlighted the absence of a comprehensive debt management strategy as a critical flaw. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/deloitte-warns-ghana-energy-reforms-risk-gains-without-macroeconomic-alignment/

Events

8 d. ago MISA Energy Debuts as Engen Ghana Rebrands with Service Pledge

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/misa-energy-debuts-as-engen-ghana-rebrands-with-service-pledge/Engen Ghana has formally transitioned to MISA Energy Ghana Limited, positioning itself as an African energy brand led by Ghanaian executives while adhering to global operational standards. The rebrand, launched at an event in Accra, signals a strategic shift toward heightened innovation and customer-centricity in Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector. CEO Brent Nartey declared the move […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/misa-energy-debuts-as-engen-ghana-rebrands-with-service-pledge/

Politics

9 d. ago Energy Commission launches 2025 Senior High Schools Renewable Energy Challenge

The Ghana Energy Commission has officially launched this year’s edition of the Senior High Schools Renewable Energy Challenge, aimed at promoting innovation in clean and sustainable energy solutions among the youth.

Events

9 d. ago Engen Ghana transitions to MISA Energy, reaffirms commitment to innovation and service excellence

Engen Ghana has officially rebranded as MISA Energy Ghana Limited, marking a bold step in its journey to become a distinctly African energy brand powered by Ghanaian leadership and guided by global standards. Speaking at the official launch in Accra, Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Brent Nartey, said the rebrand signifies a renewed commitment to innovation, […]

Politics

9 d. ago MOET String Ensemble sets the tone at MISA Energy Ghana’s grand launch

In a celebration of transformation and progress, MOET String Ensemble delivered a stirring performance at the official launch of MISA Energy Ghana, formerly Engen Ghana Limited.

Sport

1 week ago Ghana’s Economic Recovery Hinges on Energy and Transport Reforms, Says Zerosol VP

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-economic-recovery-hinges-on-energy-and-transport-reforms-says-zerosol-vp/Prince Avaala, Vice President of Engineering at Zerosol Fleets, asserts that Ghana’s economic stability requires urgent structural reforms in energy and transport. Speaking to The High Street Journal during the International Pairs Golf Tournament in Accra, Avaala emphasized that electric vehicles powered by local electricity could curb inflation, enhance service accessibility, and support the government’s 24-hour […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-economic-recovery-hinges-on-energy-and-transport-reforms-says-zerosol-vp/

Economics

1 week ago ASEC urges gov’t to revise oil strategy and royalties to boost revenue

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) is calling on the Government of Ghana to urgently revise its crude oil production strategies and royalty structures in a bid to strengthen the country’s petroleum revenue streams.

Politics

3 w. ago Ghana to become fuel hub for Burkina Faso – Jinapor lauds BOST’s role

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has lauded the leadership of BOST for injecting new levels of efficiency into the company’s operations and contributing meaningfully to the ongoing transformation of Ghana’s energy sector.

Politics

3 w. ago BOST showing positive trends, Ghana to export fuel to Burkina Faso – John Jinapor

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has lauded the leadership of BOST for injecting new levels of efficiency into the company’s operations and contributing meaningfully to the ongoing transformation of Ghana’s energy sector.

Politics