5 h. ago Ofankor–Nsawam Road: Roads Ministry announces new diversion for asphalt works

The Ministry of Roads and Highways has announced a new traffic diversion on the N6 dual carriageway as contractors commence critical asphalt works on a section of the Ofankor–Nsawam road. A public notice issued by the project team on Sunday, December 7, 2025, stated that the main stretch of the N6 from Ofankor to White […]

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15 h. ago Government to Leverage Diplomatic Relations for Black Stars Fan Support at 2026 World Cup

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has pledged government commitment to use diplomatic relations to ensure maximum fan support for the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup following Ghana’s placement in Group L alongside England, Panama and Croatia. His assurance came during budget approval discussions in Parliament on Wednesday, where he emphasized that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/

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3 d. ago Leveraging advisory services to bridge the SMEs funding gap in Ghana  

Introduction  Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are essential to Ghana’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering development.   According to the Ministry of Finance in 2024, SMEs make up about 92% of all businesses and contribute roughly 70% of national GDP, underscoring their central role in output, jobs, and livelihood. Between 2014 and 2024, the […]

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5 d. ago Roads ministry targets 137 new recruits to boost capacity for ‘Big Push’ programme

The Ministry of Roads and Highways is set to recruit a total of 137 staff across five agencies in 2026, including the Department of Feeder Roads, Urban Roads, and Highways, as well as two other agencies.

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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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6 d. ago Ewoyaa Lithium Project: Approve the lease now, talk about royalty later – Mankessim Chief tells Parliament

The Paramount Chief of the Mankessim Traditional Area, Osagyefo Amanfo Edu IV, has appealed to Parliament to expedite approval of the mining lease for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, cautioning that continued delays are deepening hardship among affected communities.

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1 week ago President Mahama Ordered The 20% TCS Waiver For Political Gain – Martin Amidu

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Martin A. B. K. Amidu, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-ordered-the-20-tcs-waiver-for-political-gain-martin-amidu/President Mahama ordered his Minister of Finance, Ato Forson, and the NDC super majority in Parliament to approve the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) former Commissioner-General Julie Essiam’s unlawful addendum granting Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) of India a 20 percent withholding tax exemption from 1 January 2025 until the end of the contract period because […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Martin A. B. K. Amidu, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/president-mahama-ordered-the-20-tcs-waiver-for-political-gain-martin-amidu/

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2 w. ago Opposition Questions Constitutional Process in Ghana Budget Allocation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-questions-constitutional-process-in-ghana-budget-allocation/The opposition has accused government of breaching constitutional procedures by prescribing how local assemblies should spend their statutory funds before Parliament approves the distribution formula required by law. Francis Asenso-Boakye, Ranking Member on the Local Government and Decentralisation Committee of Parliament, claims the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy illegally dictates District Assemblies Common Fund […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-questions-constitutional-process-in-ghana-budget-allocation/

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2 w. ago Mion MP Misbahu Adams hails 2024 Budget as springboard for development

Member of Parliament (MP) for Mion, Misbahu Mahama Adams, has expressed strong approval for the allocations to the various sectors in the recently presented 2026 Budget and Economic Policy.

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2 w. ago Mion MP Misbahu Adams hails 2026 Budget as springboard for development

Member of Parliament (MP) for Mion, Misbahu Mahama Adams, has expressed strong approval for the allocations to the various sectors in the recently presented 2026 Budget and Economic Policy.

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2 w. ago GRA eyes January 1, 2026, rollout for VAT reforms as Parliament races to approve bill before Christmas

He added that the GRA has been engaging the Ministry of Finance and other stakeholders to ensure that the full set of reforms, ranging from adjustments to the VAT structure to enhanced digital invoicing systems, can be implemented without delays.

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3 w. ago Nigeria parliament approves 1.15 trln naira extra borrowing to cover budget gap

Nigeria's National Assembly on Wednesday approved an additional 1.15 trillion naira ($784 million) in domestic borrowing to help fund a shortfall in the 2025 budget.

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3 w. ago Nigeria parliament approves 1.15 trillion naira extra borrowing to cover budget gap

Nigeria's National Assembly on Wednesday approved an additional 1.15 trillion naira ($784 million) in domestic borrowing to help fund a shortfall in the 2025 budget.

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3 w. ago Parliament approves Ghana Scholarship Authority Bill after broad consultations

Parliament has passed the Ghana Scholarship Authority Bill, paving the way for sweeping reforms in how scholarships are managed and distributed nationwide.

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3 w. ago Majority Caucus wins parliamentary headcount to approve Justice Baffoe

Parliament has approved the nomination of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice after a headcount vote ended with 163 Members of Parliament (MPs) voting in favour and 69 against. However, the approval process was briefly thrown into contention when Habib Iddrisu, the MP for Tolon, challenged the accuracy of the headcount and called for a division — a secret vote requiring the clearing of the lobbies and non-MPs from the chamber.

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3 w. ago Citizen challenges National Cathedral funding at Supreme Court; AG disputes unconstitutionality

The Supreme Court has been asked to order the refund of all sums taken from the Consolidated Fund to finance the National Cathedral project because it was undertaken without prior approval of the Speaker of Parliament and the Chairperson of the Council of State, contrary to Article 179(11) of the Constitution of Ghana. A citizen, Jonathan Amable of Unity Lodge, Anloga, in the Volta Region, is challenging the legality of the government’s financing of the construction of the National Cathedral from the Consolidated Fund.

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3 w. ago Full Statement: Minority calls for a pause in approval of Justice Baffoe

The Minority in Parliament has urged a pause in the approval of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice, citing ongoing judicial proceedings related to the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

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