1 hour ago African Lawmakers Prioritize Digital Policy for US$6.5B Health Market

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-lawmakers-prioritize-digital-policy-for-us6-5b-health-market/Lawmakers from across Africa have committed to strengthening legislative frameworks for digital technologies during the inaugural Africa Digital Parliamentary Summit in Lusaka. Convened by the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), African Population Health Research Center (APHRC), GSMA, and Zambian government, the July 2025 summit focused on AI, data governance, digital health, and smart manufacturing. Draft projections presented […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-lawmakers-prioritize-digital-policy-for-us6-5b-health-market/

Economics

2 h. ago New US$250 Visa Fee to Raise US Travel Costs From October 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-us250-visa-fee-to-raise-us-travel-costs-from-october-2025/A new $250 fee will increase travel costs for millions visiting the United States starting October 1, 2025. The Visa Integrity Fee, mandated under former President Donald Trump’s recently enacted immigration legislation, applies to most nonimmigrant visa categories. These include tourist (B-1/B-2), student (F/M), work (H-1B/H-4), and exchange visitor (J) visas. Official documents confirm the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/new-us250-visa-fee-to-raise-us-travel-costs-from-october-2025/

Economics

3 h. ago Turning Ballots into Buildings: The Silent Real Estate Agenda in Ghana’s Politics

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/turning-ballots-into-buildings-the-silent-real-estate-agenda-in-ghanas-politics/Ghanaian politicians appear to be quietly transforming politics into a gateway for real estate dominance, using their time in public office not just for governance, but as a strategic path to acquire lands, amass properties, and build empires—often in prime urban areas—raising serious concerns about conflict of interest from Accra Street Journal’s Editorial Team, wealth […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/turning-ballots-into-buildings-the-silent-real-estate-agenda-in-ghanas-politics/

Politics

12 h. ago GNAT President calls for parliamentary legislation to protect reinstated PTAs

The President of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), Rev. Isaac Owusu, is advocating for a robust legal framework to enshrine the recent government directive reinstating Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) in basic and secondary schools across the country.

Politics

14 h. ago Akuna Group Hosts Glamorous ‘Heads of State’ Premiere in Accra

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/akuna-group-hosts-glamorous-heads-of-state-premiere-in-accra/ The Akuna Group, founded by actor Idris Elba, hosted a high-profile screening of the Amazon Original film Heads of State at Labadi Beach Hotel, attracting over 500 guests. Attendees included government officials, business leaders, creatives, and influencers, transforming the premiere into a strategic networking platform for Ghana’s cultural sector. The event featured a black carpet experience, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/akuna-group-hosts-glamorous-heads-of-state-premiere-in-accra/

Politics

17 h. ago Blekusu Coastal project: We’re reclaiming our coastlines – Housing Minister

Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to climate resilience and environmental protection as he led the groundbreaking ceremony for Phase II of the Blekusu Coastal Protection Project in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region.

Politics

19 h. ago Gov’t reforestation project boosted with GH₵1m donation from Ghacem Ltd

The initiative is a key component of the government's broader efforts to combat environmental degradation, particularly the effects of illegal mining (galamsey), and promote sustainable land management.

Politics

22 h. ago Stop the internal attacks and focus on the ills of the NDC – Bawumia urges NPP members

Former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to curb incessant internal attacks on members of the party, and rather focus their attention on the ills of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), which he said, is undermining the country's democracy.

Events

24 h. ago Data must be treated as “core infrastructure” to achieve SDG 8 – Government Statistician

“Unemployment remains high at 14.7%, and youth joblessness exceeds 25%. Over 70% of our labour force—mainly women and young people—remains in the informal sector. This is not just a jobs gap. It is a dignity gap,” Dr. Iddrisu said.

Politics

25 h. ago The entire National Cathedral project is a crime scene – Dr. Arthur Kennedy

Physician and political activist Dr. Arthur Kennedy has condemned the National Cathedral project, calling it a “textbook case” of financial loss to the state and a powerful example of failed leadership at all levels of government.

Events

26 h. ago Stop the charade, go ahead and prosecute all who misused our money on National Cathedral project – Kofi Bentil

Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa and lawyer, Kofi Bentil, has called on the government to move beyond public commentary and initiate prosecutions against individuals involved in the mismanagement of funds meant for the National Cathedral project.

Politics

36 h. ago Asantehene calls for ‘Ghanaians first’ in mining concessions

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has appealed to the government to prioritise local investors in the allocation of mining concessions before considering any partnerships with foreign companies.

Politics

42 h. ago Ghana’s Strategic Crossroads: Navigating a potential drone partnership with Ukraine amid governance concerns

Ghana’s pursuit of advanced drone technology through a potential partnership with Ukraine—reportedly discussed during high-level meetings between President John Dramani Mahama and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in July—signals a bold move toward strengthening border security amid growing regional instability, especially in the Sahel. While the promise of enhanced surveillance and defence capabilities is attractive, such […]

Events

42 h. ago Health Minister outlines key challenges in Ghana’s Health Sector

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has openly highlighted the pressing challenges facing Ghana’s health system, while pledging the government’s unwavering commitment to resolving them and driving transformational change. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series held at the Jubilee House on Friday, Minister Akandoh said, “We have challenges, no doubt: Despite these hurdles, the […]

Politics

42 h. ago Full text: Deloitte and Touche audit finding on National Cathedral

Upon assuming office, President John Dramani Mahama’s government engaged Deloitte and Touche to conduct an independent audit of the financial activities related to the National Cathedral project.

Politics

43 h. ago Minority Chief Whip fumes over postponement of BoG Governor’s appearance in parliament

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has expressed displeasure over the indefinite postponement of his question to the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), insisting that public officials must show respect for Parliament and its oversight role. His frustration followed an announcement by Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, who informed the House that the BoG Governor […]

Politics

44 h. ago $97m recklessly spent on National Cathedral project – Gov’t reveals

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has disclosed that financial irregularities linked to the controversial National Cathedral project have amounted to a total of $97 million.

Politics

44 h. ago Not even an A4 sheet: Oppong Nkrumah chases government for documents on flagship programmes

“These are papers that concern issues of national and economic interest,” he stated. “Programmes have been launched by the government, and till date, we have not received a single A4 sheet detailing them. That makes oversight difficult.”

Politics

44 h. ago National Cathedral project: GH₵38m in MoMo donations unaccounted for – Gov’t

Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has revealed that a total of GH₵38,294,693 in mobile money donations towards the National Cathedral project remains unreconciled.

Politics

44 h. ago Over 13 countries expressed interest in recruiting Ghanaian health workers – Health Minister

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Friday, July 18, Mr Akandoh described the development as a “managed migration opportunity” and stressed that Ghana’s approach will ensure that any overseas recruitment directly benefits both the national health system and the professionals involved.

Politics