20 h. ago Civil Society Coalition Rejects Ghana Lithium Royalty Reduction to Five Percent

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-coalition-rejects-ghana-lithium-royalty-reduction-to-five-percent/The Coalition for Accountable Resource Governance has strongly opposed the proposed five percent royalty rate in Ghana’s renegotiated Ewoyaa lithium agreement, describing the reduction as undermining national interests. CARG-Ghana issued a statement criticizing the government’s decision to lower the rate from 10 percent negotiated under the previous administration. The coalition argues the adjustment represents a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-coalition-rejects-ghana-lithium-royalty-reduction-to-five-percent/

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21 h. ago Analyst Questions Secrecy Around Government WhatsApp Platform With Journalists

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/analyst-questions-secrecy-around-government-whatsapp-platform-with-journalists/Dr. Joshua Zaato has raised concerns about a government-initiated WhatsApp platform that reportedly includes journalists, civil society actors, and officials from key accountability institutions, questioning the lack of transparency surrounding its creation and membership. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Monday, 8 December 2025, the governance and public policy analyst from the University of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/analyst-questions-secrecy-around-government-whatsapp-platform-with-journalists/

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61 h. ago WhatsApp platform linking government accountability institutions with journalists sparks debate on Newsfile

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/whatsapp-platform-linking-government-accountability-institutions-with-journalists-sparks-debate-on-newsfile/A discussion on Joy FM’s Newsfile has sparked fresh debate about the existence and purpose of a WhatsApp platform reportedly hosting officials from key state accountability institutions, Supreme Court representatives, civil society actors and prominent journalists. The matter became a point of contention on Saturday, December 6, during deliberations on the Office of the Special […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/whatsapp-platform-linking-government-accountability-institutions-with-journalists-sparks-debate-on-newsfile/

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64 h. ago OSP is acting lawlessly; it had zero jurisdiction to arrest Martin Kpebu – Kofi Bentil

The arrest of private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has drawn sharp criticism from civil society, with Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa, describing the actions as “a bit lawless.”

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64 h. ago Helping adult smokers make better choices through harm reduction

Millions of adults around the world continue to smoke, often for the nicotine, which is known to be addictive. For many, quitting is a difficult journey. Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR) offers a practical and science-led approach to support these individuals by providing access to alternative nicotine products that have a reduced-risk profile compared to smoking. […]

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68 h. ago Business Leaders Demand Regulatory Reform to Unlock Ghana’s Private Sector Potential

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/Ghana’s economic future depends on transforming public sector agencies from regulatory obstacles into development partners, business leaders and policy experts have warned following research showing compliance costs consume up to 40 percent of enterprise revenue. Seth Adjei Baah, former president of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Peter Bismark Kwofie, executive director […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/

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5 d. ago Ford Foundation reaffirms commitment to strengthening civic space at WACSW 2025 in Accra

The Ford Foundation has reiterated its commitment to strengthening civic space, advancing democratic resilience, and empowering civil society across West Africa at the 3rd West Africa Civil Society Week (WACSW) 2025 in Accra.

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5 d. ago Consumers shouldn’t pay for utility inefficiencies – ICEG criticises latest PURC tariff order

Institute of Climate and Environmental Governance (ICEG)has warned that the recent tariff hikes approved by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) will unfairly burden ordinary Ghanaians, "leaving consumers in the dark" instead of easing their plight.

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6 d. ago West Africa Leaders Demand Fair Share from Critical Mineral Boom

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-leaders-demand-fair-share-from-critical-mineral-boom/Civil society organizations, policymakers, and technical experts from across West Africa have issued urgent calls for regional governments to overhaul how critical minerals are extracted and governed, warning that current practices perpetuate inequality while threatening environmental stability. The High-Level West Africa Conference on Equity in Extraction concluded in Accra on October 16, 2025, with participants […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-leaders-demand-fair-share-from-critical-mineral-boom/

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6 d. ago Gender Minister reaffirms commitment to strengthening civil society partnerships

The Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to deepening collaboration with civil society organisations to drive innovation, empower communities, and advance inclusive development.

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7 d. ago Central region chiefs reject claims of opposing 5% lithium royalty

Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI, Paramount Chief of the Mankessim Traditional Area, has dismissed reports that chiefs in the Central Region are resisting the government’s decision to peg Ghana’s lithium royalty at 5%. He says the claims—circulating in sections of the media—are false and engineered by civil society group Friends of the Nation (FoN).

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1 week ago Ghana Advances Regional Protection Framework at Accra Workshop

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-advances-regional-protection-framework-at-accra-workshop/The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission concluded a three day national workshop in Accra aimed at strengthening coordination mechanisms for protecting vulnerable populations across Ghana. Senior government officials, United Nations representatives, civil society leaders, and technical experts gathered at MJ Grand Hotel from November 25 through 27 to advance implementation of the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-advances-regional-protection-framework-at-accra-workshop/

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1 week ago Party Official Defends Regional Minister Against Illegal Mining Claims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/party-official-defends-regional-minister-against-illegal-mining-claims/National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ashanti Regional Organiser Isham Alhassan has dismissed allegations linking Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene to illegal mining operations, calling the claims baseless and politically motivated. The denial comes amid escalating tensions between government officials and civil society activists over environmental degradation caused by galamsey. Alhassan told reporters in Kumasi on Thursday […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/party-official-defends-regional-minister-against-illegal-mining-claims/

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1 week ago Ghana Begins National Assessment of Artificial Intelligence Readiness

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-begins-national-assessment-of-artificial-intelligence-readiness/A national assessment of Ghana’s artificial intelligence readiness has begun using the UNESCO AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM), as the country moves to build stronger governance systems for emerging technologies. The initiative, funded by the European Commission, was launched in Accra with participation from government agencies, academia, civil society, and private sector stakeholders. In remarks […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-begins-national-assessment-of-artificial-intelligence-readiness/

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1 week ago Civil Society Questions GNPC Readiness for Voltaian Basin Drilling

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-questions-gnpc-readiness-for-voltaian-basin-drilling/Ghana’s plan to drill its first onshore exploration well in the Voltaian Basin during October 2026 has reignited debate about the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation’s (GNPC) preparedness, with civil society organizations questioning whether the state oil company can deliver on promises after years of delays and substantial spending. The announcement came from Finance Minister Dr. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-questions-gnpc-readiness-for-voltaian-basin-drilling/

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1 week ago NMC’s George Sarpong urges civil society–led approach to training bloggers, warns against regulator dominance

Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission (NMC), George Sarpong, is calling for civil society to take the lead in capacity-building for bloggers and emerging online creators, warning that leaving the responsibility solely to regulators could tilt the media environment toward government influence.

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1 week ago Education Watchdog Urges Warranty Policy for School Furniture

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/education-watchdog-urges-warranty-policy-for-school-furniture/African Education Watch has called on Ghana’s government to mandate quality warranties after identifying widespread supply of substandard desks to basic schools nationwide, many of which deteriorate within twelve months of installation. The civil society organization’s Chief Executive Officer Kofi Asare highlighted that authorities allocated approximately GH₵600 million earlier this year under the District Assemblies […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/education-watchdog-urges-warranty-policy-for-school-furniture/

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2 w. ago Africa Risks Missing Clean Cooking Opportunity Without Investment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-risks-missing-clean-cooking-opportunity-without-investment/Africa faces losing a critical chance to deliver clean cooking energy unless governments and investors quickly address financing, transport, and regulatory obstacles, industry leaders warned Friday at the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg. Executives said the continent’s delayed shift from wood, charcoal, and kerosene to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) remains hindered by fragmented […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-risks-missing-clean-cooking-opportunity-without-investment/

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2 w. ago Civil Society Group Warns Against Third Term Push for Mahama

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-group-warns-against-third-term-push-for-mahama/A civil society organization has cautioned political actors and opportunistic voices against pressuring President John Dramani Mahama to seek a third term, calling such efforts dangerous to Ghana’s democratic stability. The Anchoring Democracy Advocacy Movement Ghana (ADAM-GH) issued the warning through its Executive Secretary, Azubila Emmanuel Salam, emphasizing that President Mahama has already publicly rejected […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/civil-society-group-warns-against-third-term-push-for-mahama/

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2 w. ago African Civil Society Urges G20 to Prioritise Community Led Energy Transition

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-civil-society-urges-g20-to-prioritise-community-led-energy-transition/African environmental organisations have called on G20 leaders gathering in Johannesburg this weekend to commit to ending fossil fuel expansion and redirect public funds toward community owned renewable energy systems accessible to all. The Green Connection, a South African eco justice organisation, issued the appeal as part of intensified civil society mobilisation surrounding the first […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-civil-society-urges-g20-to-prioritise-community-led-energy-transition/

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