11 h. ago Melcom donates medical refrigerators to 25 facilities to enhance healthcare delivery

The Melcom Group of Companies, a leading retail company in Ghana, Tuesday donated medical refrigerators worth US$125,000 to 25 health facilities in the country to augment the storage of medicines, vaccines and blood to improve healthcare delivery.

Politics

38 h. ago MTN Ghana Reaffirms Commitment to Gender Equality and Digital Inclusion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-reaffirms-commitment-to-gender-equality-and-digital-inclusion/MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality, digital inclusion, and the empowerment of young girls through technology education, describing its support for the National Girls in ICT Initiative as a long-term investment in Ghana’s future. CEO Challenges Girls to Dream Big Chief Executive Officer Stephen Blewett, speaking at the MTN National Girls in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-reaffirms-commitment-to-gender-equality-and-digital-inclusion/

Politics

38 h. ago Ghana Equities Stall After Record July Surge as Access Bank Approves Dividend

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-equities-stall-after-record-july-surge-as-access-bank-approves-dividend/Ghana’s stock market held flat on Tuesday, August 12, with the GSE Composite Index unchanged at 7,411.94 points a pause following July’s explosive 11.9% rally. Trading volume reached 8.7 million shares (GH¢34.6 million), dominated by MTN Ghana (85% of value) at a steady GH¢3.95. Only eight equities saw activity, including static prices for Standard Chartered […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-equities-stall-after-record-july-surge-as-access-bank-approves-dividend/

Politics

40 h. ago MTN Ghana Donates GH¢20,000 to Support 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a donation of GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers to support the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival in the Volta Region. The presentation, held at a brief but colourful ceremony, was led by Mawuli Katehena, Sales and Distribution Team […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/

Politics

45 h. ago MTN Ghana supports Mepe Afenorto Festival with GH¢20,000 cash donation

MTN Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a generous donation to the Mepe traditional area in support of the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival. The donation, made on Friday, August 8, at a brief and colourful ceremony, included GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers for the […]

Politics

60 h. ago SG Ghana Boosts Cardiac Care with Critical Equipment Donation to Korle

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sg-ghana-boosts-cardiac-care-with-critical-equipment-donation-to-korle-bu/If you’ve ever waited hours at Korle-Bu’s National Cardiothoracic Centre, you’ll understand why this donation matters. Societe Generale Ghana has handed over GH¢330,000 worth of cardiac equipment including an ECG machine, defibrillator, and four patient monitors to bolster emergency response at Ghana’s premier heart facility. Deputy Managing Director Kwame Abbey tied the gift to SG’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sg-ghana-boosts-cardiac-care-with-critical-equipment-donation-to-korle-bu/

Politics

62 h. ago Pedaling towards progress: GHs60k bicycle donation eases student commutes at Nafisa Institute in Kumasi

Students at the Nafisa Institute Makaranta will now navigate their journeys to school with greater ease, thanks to a transformative donation of 24 branded bicycles valued at GHS60,000 from Trans-Sahara Industries and Opportunity International Savings and Loans. The initiative, designed to alleviate the burden of long-distance commutes, directly supportsstudents who previously faced exhausting walks to […]

Society

63 h. ago MTN CEO Urges Girls to Drive Ghana’s Digital Future at Tech Mentorship Event

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ceo-urges-girls-to-drive-ghanas-digital-future-at-tech-mentorship-event/MTN Ghana CEO Stephen Blewett rallied 100 young tech finalists to embrace fearlessness and curiosity as digital architects of Ghana’s future. At a mentorship session in Accra on August 11, partnering with the Ministry of Communications, Blewett declared: “Your boldness will define our digital landscape. Seize this moment—ask questions, experiment relentlessly.” The girls, top performers […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ceo-urges-girls-to-drive-ghanas-digital-future-at-tech-mentorship-event/

Politics

3 d. ago Volta Council of State rep. calls for urgent development action at Mepe’s 69th Afenorto Festival

The 69th Afenorto Festival in the Mepe Traditional Area became a platform for both solemn reflection and a strong call to action as H.E. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah, Council of State Member for the Volta Region, outlined a clear roadmap for the area’s development.

Politics

5 d. ago MTN Ghana CEO Lays Wreath in Honour of Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ceo-lays-wreath-in-honour-of-helicopter-crash-victims/MTN Ghana Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Blewett, together with members of the company’s executive committee, on Friday laid a wreath at Jubilee House in memory of the eight people who lost their lives in Wednesday’s tragic Ghana Air Force helicopter crash. The solemn ceremony formed part of a national outpouring of grief following the crash […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ceo-lays-wreath-in-honour-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

Events

5 d. ago Ghana Stock Exchange Rebounds as Composite Index Gains 63 Points

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-rebounds-as-composite-index-gains-63-points/Accra witnessed a bullish trading session Friday as the GSE Composite Index climbed 0.86% to close at 7,386.41 points, extending weekly gains despite financial stocks dipping marginally. Total market turnover hit GH¢11.26 million, dominated by equities like MTN Ghana (MTNGH) and Societe Generale (SOGEGH), which accounted for over 80% of traded value. The NewGold ETF […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-rebounds-as-composite-index-gains-63-points/

Politics

6 d. ago MTN Ghana Mourns Helicopter Crash Victims, Urges Responsible Online Sharing

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-urges-responsible-online-sharing/MTN Ghana has expressed profound sorrow following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight prominent individuals, including Ghana’s Minister for Defence and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation. In an official statement issued on Wednesday, MTN Ghana extended heartfelt condolences to the President of the Republic, the Government of Ghana, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-urges-responsible-online-sharing/

Events

7 d. ago MTN Ghana mourns victims of helicopter crash, urges dignity and compassion in online sharing

Telecommunications giant MTN Ghana has expressed profound sorrow following the fatal helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two Cabinet Ministers and six others on Wednesday

Events

7 d. ago Western region Council of State rep donates GH₵110,000 to support life

The Western Regional representative on the Council of State, Maxwell Boakye, has extended a compassionate helping hand to little Jayla Queen Fynn in a heartwarming show of community support and generosity. Mr Boakye has donated GH₵100,000 to fund critical heart surgery for the one-and-a-half-year-old girl at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Jayla, a resident of […]

Politics

7 d. ago MTN Ghana Boosts Girls’ Digital Training with Expanded Funding

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-boosts-girls-digital-training-with-expanded-funding/MTN Ghana has significantly increased its financial backing for a national initiative training young girls in critical technology skills. The telecommunications provider’s total investment in Ghana’s Girls-in-ICT programme now stands at GHS 17.6 million, substantially exceeding its initial commitment. This funding supports efforts by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to equip girls […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-boosts-girls-digital-training-with-expanded-funding/

Politics

9 d. ago Ghana Stock Exchange Sees Modest Gains as MTN Ghana Dominates Trading

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-sees-modest-gains-as-mtn-ghana-dominates-trading/The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) Composite Index rose 11.24 points to close at 7,005.69 on Monday, August 4, 2025, driven by selective buying in telecom and banking stocks. Total market activity reached 5.45 million shares traded, valued at GH¢19.07 million. MTN Ghana (MTNGH) accounted for 95% of the day’s volume, with 5.17 million shares changing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-exchange-sees-modest-gains-as-mtn-ghana-dominates-trading/

Politics

9 d. ago NIA Resolves Staff Strike with Full Payment of Operational Allowance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nia-resolves-staff-strike-with-full-payment-of-operational-allowance/The National Identification Authority (NIA) confirmed full settlement of a 20% Operational Support Allowance for staff, covering arrears from January to July 2025, ending a nationwide strike that disrupted registration services. Head of Corporate Affairs Williams Ampomah Emmanuel Darlas announced the resolution, crediting staff patience and stakeholder support after protests over the Finance Ministry’s delayed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nia-resolves-staff-strike-with-full-payment-of-operational-allowance/

Events

9 d. ago MTN Nigeria Cuts FX Losses 99% as Revenue Hits US$1.57 Billion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-nigeria-cuts-fx-losses-99-as-revenue-hits-us1-57-billion/MTN Nigeria slashed net foreign exchange losses by 99.4% to $3.42 million in H1 2025, rebounding from a $581.50 million deficit a year earlier amid Nigeria’s improved currency stability. The telecom giant reported $1.57 billion revenue—a 54.6% year-on-year surge—driven by data revenue growth of 69.2% ($803.92 million) and voice revenue climbing 40.3% ($579.48 million). Profit […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-nigeria-cuts-fx-losses-99-as-revenue-hits-us1-57-billion/

Economics

9 d. ago MTN partners Absa Bank and Nova Business School to empower SME business owners

In a bid to support the growth and development of Ghana's business landscape, MTN Ghana and Absa Bank have partnered with Nova Business School Africa to offer a 6-month training program for top business owners.

Culture

9 d. ago MTN Supports Ada Festival, Earns Recognition for Cultural Contributions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-supports-ada-festival-earns-recognition-for-cultural-contributions/MTN Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to preserving Ghana’s cultural heritage with a donation to support the 88th Ada Asafotufiami Festival. The gesture formed part of the company’s broader corporate social responsibility efforts and its long-standing support for traditional festivals across the country. The MTN delegation, led by Francis Gyan, Regional Sales Manager, presented a package […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-supports-ada-festival-earns-recognition-for-cultural-contributions/

Culture