56 m. ago NDC ‘party hawks’ instigating removal of key officials of independent institutions – Afenyo

Minority Leader and MP for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has accused powerful figures within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of pushing an agenda to remove key public office holders under the guise of government restructuring.

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24 h. ago CRAG hails National Farmers’ Day, calls for accelerated action to achieve rice self

The Commercial Rice Growers Alliance Ghana (CRAG) has congratulated all Ghanaian farmers on the occasion of the 41st National Farmers’ Day, while commending the Government of Ghana for maintaining this key annual celebration that recognises the nation’s agricultural workforce.

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60 h. ago Prime Insight: OSP vs. Kpebu and petitions to remove EC boss to dominate discussions this Saturday

Legal discussions are set to take centre stage this morning as Joy Prime's Prime Insight gathers key figures to dissect two of Ghana's most critical governance issues: the controversial arrest of lawyer Martin Kpebu and the numerous legal challenges filed against the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Jean Mensah and her two deputies.

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5 d. ago Illegal connections, government debts among challenges facing Ghana water – Stanley Martey

Stanley Martey, Communications Manager at the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), has revealed that illegal water connections and delayed payments from government institutions are key challenges affecting the utility’s revenue collection. Speaking on JoyNews, he said, “One of the big issues causing Ghana Water to lose so much money is illegal connections and people not paying their money on time, especially government institutions who are owing so much money.”

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5 d. ago Parliament approves GH¢5.3bn allocation for Roads Ministry despite funding gap concerns

Parliament has approved GH¢5.3 billion for the Ministry of Roads and Highways for the 2026 financial year, marking a key step in government’s push to expand and modernise Ghana’s road network.

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5 d. ago NPA honoured as key government agency upholding national standards

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has been recognised as the Key Government Agency that Upholds National Standards, in acknowledgement of its consistent commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and consumer protection within Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector.

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7 d. ago Volta Region key to Ghana’s economic future – BoG Deputy Governor

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Zakari Mumuni, has reaffirmed the Central Bank’s commitment to grounding monetary policy in the lived experiences of Ghanaians.

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8 d. ago CIAMC Marks Professional Education Milestone with Peak Performance Call

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ciamc-marks-professional-education-milestone-with-peak-performance-call/The Chartered Institute of Administrators and Management Consultants Ghana (CIAMC) has held its 50th Mandatory Continuing Professional Education (MCPE) seminar alongside its 24th Graduation and Induction Ceremony, issuing a strong call for enhanced organisational leadership and a national shift toward peak performance standards. The event forms part of the institute’s 25th anniversary activities and brought […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ciamc-marks-professional-education-milestone-with-peak-performance-call/

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1 week ago IMF warns chronic underfunding and political interference are crippling Ghana’s anti

Ghana’s fight against corruption is being “severely weakened” by chronic underfunding and political influence across its key accountability institutions, according to the 2025 IMF Governance Diagnostic Report. The report cautions that the country’s anti-corruption architecture is nearing a breaking point. The assessment, conducted in September 2023, reveals that major institutions, including the Office of the […]

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2 w. ago Government moves to modernise cooperatives for integration into 24

Ghana’s cooperative movement received a major boost toward modernisation and national integration as key government officials and development partners gathered to celebrate the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.

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2 w. ago Government Policies Create Jobs Daily, Says Labour Minister Pelpuo

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-policies-create-jobs-daily-says-labour-minister-pelpuo/Labour, Jobs and Employment Minister Rashid Pelpuo has stated emphatically that government policies and programs enable jobs to be created every day in Ghana, citing improved economic stability and investor confidence as key drivers of employment growth. According to him, the government has created an enabling environment for businesses to thrive, inviting investors to willingly […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-policies-create-jobs-daily-says-labour-minister-pelpuo/

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2 w. ago Achieving science, technology and innovation adoption targets set out in 2026 budget for Ghana

On 13th November 2025, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2026 National Budget and Economic Policy to Parliament, which featured key priority areas that the government aims to focus on in the ensuing year. The theme for the budget was “Resetting for Growth, Jobs and Economic Transformation”.

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3 w. ago Macroeconomic stability, jobs, and stronger social services top 2026 priorities – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has outlined the government’s three key priorities for 2026 as consolidation of macroeconomic stability, acceleration of economic transformation and job creation, and strengthening the security and social sectors for inclusive growth.

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3 w. ago Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Lays 2026 Budget Before Parliament Today

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minister-for-finance-dr-cassiel-ato-forson-lays-2026-budget-before-parliament-today/Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, will on Thursday, November 13, 2025, present the government’s 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament. The presentation will outline the government’s financial outlook, spending priorities, and key policy directions for the upcoming fiscal year. The 2026 budget is expected to be one of the most consequential […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minister-for-finance-dr-cassiel-ato-forson-lays-2026-budget-before-parliament-today/

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4 w. ago Government highlights key national events for the week ahead

Minister for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu has outlined a series of significant national activities scheduled for the coming week, describing it as a crucial period for governance and policy direction.

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last month Ghana Launches Revised Spatial Planning Framework for Sustainable Development

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-revised-spatial-planning-framework-for-sustainable-development/The Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority (LUSPA) under the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has launched a revised Manual for the Preparation of Spatial Plans, Zoning Guidelines and Planning Standards to strengthen coordinated, inclusive and sustainable land use nationwide. The launch, held in Accra on November 3, 2025, marks a major […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-revised-spatial-planning-framework-for-sustainable-development/

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