1 hour ago European leaders tentatively hopeful after call with Trump ahead of Putin summit

European leaders appeared cautiously optimistic after holding a virtual meeting with Donald Trump on Wednesday, two days before he meets his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

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2 h. ago Shell’s South Africa Drilling Faces Court Test Amid Energy Security Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shells-south-africa-drilling-faces-court-test-amid-energy-security-push/A legal challenge now threatens Shell’s plans to explore for oil and gas off South Africa’s west coast, even as the country grapples with severe energy import dependence. Environmental groups and coastal communities have lodged a court appeal against the environmental authorization granted to Shell, permitting it to drill up to five deepwater wells in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shells-south-africa-drilling-faces-court-test-amid-energy-security-push/

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3 h. ago Ghana’s SOEs Bleed Billions as Water Losses, Cocoa Deficits Deepen

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-soes-bleed-billions-as-water-losses-cocoa-deficits-deepen/Ghana Water Company Limited wastes over half the treated water it produces daily for Greater Accra residents. Managing Director revealed the utility loses 73 million gallons each day through theft, illegal connections, and crumbling pipes, despite producing roughly 140 million gallons. Only about 67 million gallons are properly accounted for and billed. This massive leakage […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-soes-bleed-billions-as-water-losses-cocoa-deficits-deepen/

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3 h. ago Cardinal Turkson urges caution and discernment in interpreting prophecies

Chancellor of the Pontifical Academies of Sciences, Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, has called for greater discernment and spiritual responsibility in the handling of prophecies, especially those that claim to reveal divine knowledge.

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3 h. ago NPP activists Sir Obama Pokuase, Fante Comedy granted bail but remain in custody

NPP activist Daniel Adomako, popularly known as Sir Obama Pokuase, and TikTok personality Prince Ofori, alias Fante Comedy, have been granted bail by an Accra Circuit Court but will spend the night in police custody.

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4 h. ago Former South Korean First Lady Arrested Amid Corruption Probe

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-south-korean-first-lady-arrested-amid-corruption-probe/Kim Keon Hee, wife of jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol, was detained Tuesday on charges of stock manipulation, bribery, and election interference. A Seoul court issued the warrant after a four-hour hearing, rejecting her denials and citing concerns she might destroy evidence. This marks the first time in South Korea’s history that both a former […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/former-south-korean-first-lady-arrested-amid-corruption-probe/

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6 h. ago ‘Thank You for Tamale Central withdrawal, but expect defeat in Akwatia’ – NDC to NPP

National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has commended the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for its decision not to contest the upcoming Tamale Central by-election, calling it a responsible and peace-promoting gesture.

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7 h. ago Volta River Authority denies ownership of helicopter in Nkawkaw emergency landing

The Volta River Authority (VRA) has issued a firm denial over recent media reports that wrongly attributed a helicopter emergency landing in Nkawkaw, Eastern Region, to the Authority. The incident, which occurred on Monday, August 11, involved a helicopter that was forced to land due to poor visibility caused by bad weather. In a statement […]

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8 h. ago Asante Queen Mother’s Death Silences the Heartbeat of a Kingdom

The passing of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, the Asantehemaa, is not just the end of a long life but a profound seismic moment of transition for the Asante Kingdom and the Republic of Ghana. Her death at 98 years old, after a reign marked by grace and wisdom, highlights the enduring power and relevance of traditional institutions in a rapidly changing world. The sorrow expressed is not just for a Queen Mother, but for a mother of the nation, a figure whose counsel and character touched lives far beyond the walls of Manhyia Palace. It is important to note that while the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, officially announced her death to the Asanteman Traditional Council on Monday, August 11, 2025, she had passed away four days earlier, on Thursday, August 7, 2025. This customary delay between the passing of a royal and the public announcement allows for the observation of specific traditional rites and protocols that precede such a significant public declaration.

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9 h. ago ABSA, Republic Bank Offer Ghana’s Cheapest SME Loans as Rate Gap Widens

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-republic-bank-offer-ghanas-cheapest-sme-loans-as-rate-gap-widens/Ghanaian SMEs face dramatically different borrowing costs depending on their bank choice, new Central Bank data reveals. ABSA, Republic Bank, and Bank of Africa emerged as the most affordable lenders in June 2025, while others charged over double their rates—potentially crippling small businesses. The Bank of Ghana’s annualised percentage rate (APR) report, measuring true loan […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-republic-bank-offer-ghanas-cheapest-sme-loans-as-rate-gap-widens/

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9 h. ago BoG meets banks on foreign exchange auctions and liquidity challenges

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson P. Asiama, has announced plans to engage the Ghana Association of Banks in the coming days to address concerns surrounding forward foreign exchange auctions and market liquidity. Speaking at a brief meeting with the CEOs of commercial banks in Accra, Dr. Asiama explained that the […]

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9 h. ago Wontumi Multimedia Challenges NCA Station Closures Amid Arrest Outcry

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wontumi-multimedia-challenges-nca-station-closures-amid-arrest-outcry/Wontumi Multimedia executive Gordon Asare Bediako has sharply criticized Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) for abruptly shutting down nine radio stations, including three of its outlets, over licensing disputes. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show Wednesday, Bediako insisted the company met all regulatory requirements, calling the closures unjustified. “We submitted our fire certificate, EPA permit, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/wontumi-multimedia-challenges-nca-station-closures-amid-arrest-outcry/

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9 h. ago Ghana Military Urges Restraint in Helicopter Crash Reporting

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-military-urges-restraint-in-helicopter-crash-reporting/The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has publicly appealed to media outlets and commentators to halt the spread of unverified speculation concerning the fatal crash of an Air Force Z-9 helicopter. All eight personnel aboard died when the aircraft went down in the Ashanti Region. Acting Director General of Public Relations, Captain VA Arhin, issued a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-military-urges-restraint-in-helicopter-crash-reporting/

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10 h. ago BoG targets credit risk, liquidity and reserve requirements of banks in new regulatory measures

Dr. Johnson Asiama said the credit and risk governance measures will ensure that the commercial banks will be aligned with the Basel principles. This will set minimum standards for underwriting, monitoring, and provisioning.

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10 h. ago Adom TV debuts ‘Girls Can Talk’ show for unfiltered dialogue on women’s issues

Adom TV Launches Talk Show “Girls Can Talk” to Spark Bold Conversations.

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10 h. ago Ghana Cracks Down on Illegal Fuel Operations Amid Safety Fears

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cracks-down-on-illegal-fuel-operations-amid-safety-fears/Ghana’s National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has declared war on illicit fuel storage and sales, warning unlicensed operators face immediate shutdowns. In a public notice issued August 12, the regulator revealed a surge in illegal petroleum activities—from covert storage depots to unauthorized retail points—threatening public safety and market stability. “These operations bypass safety protocols, risking explosions […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cracks-down-on-illegal-fuel-operations-amid-safety-fears/

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10 h. ago Why mobile devices are now the weakest link in cybersecurity – Phones, phishing & your business

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Allen OLAYIWOLA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/why-mobile-devices-are-now-the-weakest-link-in-cybersecurity-phones-phishing-your-business/ Without proper protection, your team’s smartphones could put your entire organisation at risk Have you noticed a rise in suspicious messages lately? Maybe it’s a strange SMS claiming to be from Ghana Post asking you to rebook a delivery, or a supposed “bank” requesting your card details—even though you’ve never opened an account with them. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Allen OLAYIWOLA, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/why-mobile-devices-are-now-the-weakest-link-in-cybersecurity-phones-phishing-your-business/

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11 h. ago Ghana Law School Director Steps Down Unexpectedly Before Term End

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-law-school-director-steps-down-unexpectedly-before-term-end/Justice Nana Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong will resign as Director of Legal Education and Director of the Ghana School of Law on August 31, 2025, cutting short his tenure at the nation’s premier legal institution. In a notice to students dated August 12, Oppong expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve but revealed his departure […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-law-school-director-steps-down-unexpectedly-before-term-end/

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14 h. ago CHAN 2024: CAF charge Zambia, Kenya and Morocco FAs over impromper conduct

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has charged the Federations of Zambia, Kenya and Morocco for their conduct at the ongoing Championship of African Nations (CHAN). The decision comes following a Disciplinary Committee meeting over the last few days. The CAF Disciplinary Board met to deliberate on various matters relating to the ongoing tournament. Below […]

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14 h. ago Abolishing the one year one day rule in Ghana: a necessary step toward modern justice

The sanctity of life is the cornerstone of every just society. In Ghana, as in many common law jurisdictions, the criminal justice system aims to protect this principle through the laws governing homicide.

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