1 hour ago Inexperienced Scholarship Boss has ruined Ghana’s goodwill with foreign schools – Kofi Ofosu

Former CEO of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has launched a stinging criticism of the current head of the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat, Kwaku Asafo-Agyei, accusing him of inexperience and poor negotiation skills that have harmed Ghana’s longstanding goodwill with international academic institutions.

Politics

30 h. ago 1500 women in Ghana to benefit from Free Future Ready Skills Training & Job Placement

Jobberman Ghana has launched the SHE CAN campaign with the objective to train 1500 women between the ages of 18 and 35 in future ready skills and place them in dignified jobs across Ghana under the HAPPY Program, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and Agri-Impact Limited.

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67 h. ago Paediatric Society of Ghana launches National Child Road Safety Campaign

The Volta Region of the Paediatric Society of Ghana, in partnership with the National Road Safety Authority, has launched the National Child Road Safety Campaign to ensure the safety of children in traffic areas. This forms part of an advocacy by the Society to intensify awareness on the need to always look out for children […]

Politics

3 d. ago Flush the Crisis: Why Ghana can’t wait until 2103 to Fix the Toilet crisis

President John Dramani Mahama's declaration that "it is unacceptable that in 2025, open defecation persists in parts of Ghana" is a stark reminder of one of the country’s most persistent public health and development challenges. Speaking at the launch of Ghana's 2025 Voluntary National Review (VNR) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), President Mahama called for a firm crackdown on building permits issued without toilet facilities, arguing that the country’s sanitation crisis is less about awareness and more about gaps in investment, enforcement, and community engagement.

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3 d. ago Vitality Health, Acacia Health launch strategic partnership to transform health insurance

Vitality Health International and Acacia Health Insurance Ghana have officially launched a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising health insurance delivery in Ghana through a shared-value model that integrates wellness, innovation, and preventive care.

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4 d. ago ISSER Director urges private sector support for research dissemination

Professor Peter Quartey, Director of the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) at the University of Ghana, has called on industry players and private sector actors to actively support research and dissemination initiatives that can help shape public policy and foster inclusive national development. He pointed to the critical role of collaboration in translating research findings into actionable outcomes that improve lives and inform governance. Professor Quartey made the call during the launch in Accra of the 7th edition of Ghana Social Development Outlook (GSDO) 2024, one of ISSER’s flagship biennial publications, on Thursday.

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4 d. ago Development must be just, inclusive, and participatory – GII boss at ISSER Report launch

The Executive Director of the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), Mrs. Mary Awelana Addah, has underscored the need for Ghana’s development agenda to be rooted in justice, inclusion, and public participation. She made the call while chairing the launch of the 7th edition of the Ghana Social Development Outlook (GSDO) by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) in Accra.

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4 d. ago IFMA Ghana launches student chapter at Sunyani Technical University, inaugurates Department of Architecture and Real Estate

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Ghana Chapter has officially launched its Student Chapter at Sunyani Technical University (STU), alongside the inauguration of the university’s newly established Department of Architecture and Real Estate.

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4 d. ago Economic Governance Platform launches report on Sustainable Debt Management in Ghana

A new report released by Economic Governance Platform (EGP) has laid bare the underlying structural deficiencies of the country’s debt landscape, highlighting fiscal indiscipline, weak procurement systems, and a lack of transparency as central to the country’s deepening debt crisis.

Economics

5 d. ago EY Ghana launches 25th anniversary celebrations, reaffirms commitment to innovation, talent development

Global professional services firm, EY Ghana, has officially launched its 25th anniversary celebrations in Accra, marking a significant milestone in its journey of delivering audit, tax, and advisory services in the country. The event brought together key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors, alumni, clients, and partners who have played a role in […]

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5 d. ago GPHA boss inspects major road and safety upgrades at Tema Port

The Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, has embarked on a working tour to inspect key infrastructure projects at the Tema Port, reaffirming the Authority’s commitment to operational efficiency, safety, and trade facilitation. The inspection focused on critical projects, including the rehabilitation of the main access road […]

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5 d. ago New date announced for launch of 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards

The official launch date for the 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards has been rescheduled to Saturday, 19th July 2025

Events

5 d. ago Latif Abubakar and Korean Embassy launch ‘Sim Majorley’ theatre show to headline 2025 Korean Cultural Festival

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Ghana has launched the 2025 edition of the Korean Cultural Festival with a groundbreaking theatre production titled Sim Majorley, which will serve as the centrepiece of this year’s cultural celebrations.

Politics

5 d. ago Onesta Ghana launches Redgold Palm Oil project to boost local production and cut imports

Onesta Ghana Ltd, an agro-industrial enterprise, has officially launched the Redgold Palm Oil Plantation Project (ROPP), a transformative Public-Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at building a sustainable and fully integrated oil palm value chain in Ghana. The initiative, which will cover over 10,000 hectares in its initial phase, seeks to enhance local palm oil production, reduce […]

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5 d. ago Onesta Ghana launches Redgold Oil Palm Plantation project to boost local production and cut imports

Onesta Ghana Ltd, an agro-industrial enterprise, has officially launched the Redgold Oil Palm Plantation Project (ROPP), a transformative Public-Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at building a sustainable and fully integrated oil palm value chain in Ghana. The initiative, which will cover over 10,000 hectares in its initial phase, seeks to enhance local palm oil production, reduce […]

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6 d. ago Accra set to welcome over 20 nations for 2025 Weightlifting Championship

The Ghana Weightlifting Federation has officially launched the 2025 Africa Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championship, scheduled to take place from August 17 to 22, 2025, at the Ga Mashie Hall inside the Trust Sports Emporium in Accra.

Sport

7 d. ago National Executives for the Paediatric Society of Ghana inducted into office

National Executives of the Paediatric Society of Ghana have been inducted into office at a short ceremony to lead the affairs of the association in the next two years. The seven elected executives are expected to work and undertake initiatives aimed at achieving the mission and vision of the society. They include the President, Dr. […]

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7 d. ago LIST: See the members of the new DVLA and National Road Safety Authority Boards

The Minister for Transport, Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has inaugurated new boards for the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) and the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), charging them to prioritise road safety compliance and technological innovation in transport regulation.

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7 d. ago Ghana gets US$4.8bn from international visitors and tourists in 2024

Ghana earned US$4.8 billion from international visitors and tourists who came into the country in 2024. The amount represents 27 percent jump from the $3.8 billion earned in 2023. The details were captured in the 2024 Ghana Tourism report launched by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). Ghana got the funds from 1.2 million persons who […]

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8 d. ago COCOBOD introduces balanced scorecard approach to transform performance 

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has launched a new performance management strategy aimed at reviving and improving the cocoa industry through the implementation of the balanced scorecard approach. 

Sport