12 h. ago One dead, scores injured as deadly explosions rock mining shops in Odumasi

A powerful explosion at shops dealing in mining explosives at Odumasi, near Konongo in the Asante Akyem Central Municipality of the Ashanti Region, has left one person dead and several others injured, including two firefighters. The fire, which broke out in stores selling dynamites and other explosives used by local miners, triggered earth-shaking blasts that […]

Events

24 h. ago Ghana open for sustainable partnerships – Lands Minister to investors

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, MP, has called on investors to take advantage of the country's rich mineral resources and business-friendly environment.

Politics

38 h. ago Gender advocate applauds President Mahama’s commitment to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act

Gender advocate and media personality, Josephine Oppong-Yeboah, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his strong desire to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act of 2024 (Act 1121). The Act, designed to promote gender equity across all facets of national life in Ghana, aims to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in every area […]

Politics

38 h. ago Proposal for a National Curriculum for Makaranta Schools (Islamic Education System) in Ghana

IntroductionThe Makaranta school system, which provides Islamic education to Muslim children in Ghana, plays a vital role in preserving Islamic values, teachings, and culture. However, the absence of a standardized national curriculum, regulatory framework, and oversight has led to significant challenges, including inconsistent academic standards, high dropout rates, and limited proficiency in Arabic among graduates. […]

Politics

39 h. ago Ghana’s Eurobonds drop as energy debt is projected to hit $9bn by 2027

Ghana’s Eurobonds fell sharply on Tuesday, 4th March 2025 ranking among the worst-performing assets in emerging markets.

Economics

42 h. ago 66 galamseyers arrested in joint operation at Tilli forest reserve in Upper East

About 66 illegal miners have been apprehended in a joint military and police operation at the Tilli Forest in the Upper East Region.

Events

45 h. ago Harvesting Hope: How cold chain can transform Africa’s food supply and future

That’s enough to feed an additional 12 million people, without clearing a single acre of new farmland or using an additional drop of water. Globally, post-harvest loss accounts for 14 percent of total food production, about 180 million tons annually.

Politics

47 h. ago Concerned Small Scale Miners endorse GoldBod to ensure fair pricing and exchange rate stability

The National Concerned Association of Small-Scale Miners, Ghana (NCSSMAG) has thrown its full support behind the Mahama government’s decision to establish a Gold Board (GoldBod) to regulate gold trading for small-scale miners.

Politics

60 h. ago Samini to drop new single ‘CHAANA’ featuring Soweto Gospel Choir

Ghanaian music icon Samini is set to light up the music scene again with the release of his latest single, ‘CHAANA’, featuring the internationally celebrated Soweto Gospel Choir.

Sport

61 h. ago Goldbod to wage aggressive war against gold smuggling – Sammy Gyamfi

The Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), Sammy Gyamfi, has stated that the Goldbod initiative will take an aggressive stance against gold smuggling in Ghana.

Events

62 h. ago Industry players have embraced Mahama’s Goldbod initiative – Ag. PMMC MD

The Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), Sammy Gyamfi, has stated that industry players have warmly embraced former President John Mahama’s Goldbod initiative.

Sport

62 h. ago Ato Forson will go down as best Finance Minister in Ghana’s history – Sammy Gyamfi

Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), Sammy Gyamfi, has expressed strong confidence in Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, describing him as the best Finance Minister Ghana has ever had. 

Politics

3 d. ago Ukraine still ‘ready’ to sign US minerals deal, Zelensky tells BBC

Volodymyr Zelensky has said he is still "ready to sign" a US-Ukraine minerals deal after leaving the White House without it being agreed.

Politics

3 d. ago Illegal miners block River Ankobra, turn it into a stagnant pool

Illegal miners have blocked the River Ankobra at multiple points in Prestea-Hemang and Awodua, Western Region, preventing its natural flow.

Events

4 d. ago Ghanaian Lawyer in New York, Kofi Amankwaa Sentenced to 70 Months in Jail for Immigration Fraud

A Ghanaian lawyer based in the Bronx in New York City, USA, Kofi Amankwaa, has been sentenced to 70 months in prison and ordered to pay back over $29m he fraudulently obtained from victims. Kofi Amankwaa was accused of filing fraudulent applications for thousands of clients that not only misrepresented their immigration status but was ... Read more The post Ghanaian Lawyer in New York, Kofi Amankwaa Sentenced to 70 Months in Jail for Immigration Fraud appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

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5 d. ago DR Congo conflict: 500 mpox patients flee clinics after rebel looting

More than 500 mpox patients have fled clinics in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo over the last month amid the current conflict.

Politics

5 d. ago WHO says water contamination suspected in Congo village hit by illness 

Authorities investigating the deaths of at least 60 people in northwestern Democratic Republic of Congo suspect the water source in one of the areas may have been contaminated, the World Health Organization said Friday. But the agency said it's too early for a definitive conclusion.

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5 d. ago Don’t equate OSP to me, let’s just fix it so it works – Kissi Agyebeng

Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng on Friday reiterated his commitment to do his best at the Office of the Special Prosecutor and leave when his time is up. However, there are critical fixes to the office that he suggests are imperative to ensure that the office functions as expected and corruption crushed.

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5 d. ago Students Loan Trust Fund disburses loans to over 9,400 applicants – Dr Saajida Shiraz

The Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr. Saajida Shiraz, has announced that her office has approved the disbursement of student loans to a total of 9,433 applicants across the country.

Politics

5 d. ago State capture is itself is a form of corruption – Special Prosecutor

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has cautioned against state capture, describing it as a dangerous form of corruption that allows a select few to control national decision-making and resource allocation for personal gain.

Events