20 h. ago Poetry and visual art intertwine at ‘the triune being’ exhibition

The National Museum in Accra came alive on Friday, August 8, 2025, as art lovers gathered for the grand opening of The Triune Being group exhibition. Curated by Sally Polley and Nana Adjoa Turkson, the showcase brought together the creative works of Baaba Sarpong, Paul Lesley, and celebrated artist Godfred Amponsah Ofosu. The evening’s highlight […]

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44 h. ago MTN Ghana supports Mepe Afenorto Festival with GH¢20,000 cash donation

MTN Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a generous donation to the Mepe traditional area in support of the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival. The donation, made on Friday, August 8, at a brief and colourful ceremony, included GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers for the […]

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67 h. ago Director Adedeji Ebo Of UNODA Pays Courtesy Visit As Deputy To High Representative

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/director-adedeji-ebo-of-unoda-pays-courtesy-visit-as-deputy-to-high-representative/The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, received Prof. Wautabouna OUATTARA, Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the West Africa region, in audience on Friday, 8 August 2025. In his welcome address, President Touray welcomed Prof. Ouattara’s appointment and reiterated the West African organisation’s support for the success […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/director-adedeji-ebo-of-unoda-pays-courtesy-visit-as-deputy-to-high-representative/

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2 d. ago Transport catastrophes: Systemic reforms needed immediately – Bureau of Public Safety

Executive Director of the Bureau of Public Safety (BPS), Dr Davidson Nana Yaw Akwada, has issued a stern warning in the aftermath of the August 6th Z-9 helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight senior officials. Dr Akwada says Ghana’s transport systems are plagued by “deep and unresolved safety flaws” that demand urgent, comprehensive […]

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6 d. ago GRTCC suspends proposed 20% increase in public transport fares

The Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has suspended the proposed 20% increase in public transport fares, which was scheduled to take effect from Friday, August 8, 2025. This was disclosed by the Transport Ministry after a decision was reached following a high-level meeting between the Ministry and road transport unions on Wednesday, August 6, […]

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6 d. ago State funeral for helicopter crash victims to be held on Aug. 15 at Black Star Square

President John Mahama has announced that a state funeral will be held on Friday, August 15, at the Black Star Square in Accra to honour the eight individuals who perished in Wednesday’s military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region.

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6 d. ago Ghana Postpones Currency Anniversary After Ministerial Deaths in Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-postpones-currency-anniversary-after-ministerial-deaths-in-helicopter-crash/The Bank of Ghana has indefinitely postponed the national launch of its “Cedi@60” anniversary celebrations following a devastating military helicopter crash that killed eight people, including two senior government ministers. The event was originally scheduled for Friday, August 8. This decision aligns with a three-day period of national mourning declared by President John Mahama, running […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-postpones-currency-anniversary-after-ministerial-deaths-in-helicopter-crash/

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7 d. ago BoG postpone launch of cedi’s 60th Anniversary after helicopter crash

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced that it has postponed the National launch of the Cedi’s 60th Anniversary programme on Friday, August 8.

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7 d. ago Ghana Transport Fare Hike Faces Union Backlash Ahead of Friday Deadline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-transport-fare-hike-faces-union-backlash-ahead-of-friday-deadline/Ghana’s Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC) has announced a 20% increase in public transport fares effective August 8, 2025—but the country’s largest transport union denies endorsing the move. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), representing minibus (“trotro”), taxi, and long-distance operators, stated it “was not consulted” and has “not formally agreed” to the adjustment, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-transport-fare-hike-faces-union-backlash-ahead-of-friday-deadline/

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8 d. ago GPRTU leadership claims difficulty reaching Transport Ministry amid 20% fare hike

The Ghana Private Roads Transport Union (GPRTU) has raised concerns over its inability to engage with the Ministry of Transport as confusion continues to grow within the public transport sector.

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8 d. ago We’re engaging the Transport Ministry over GRTCC’s proposed 20% fare increase – GPRTU

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) says it is engaging the Ministry of Transport over the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council’s (GRTCC) announcement of a 20% increase in transport fares, set to take effect on Friday, August 8, 2025.

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8 d. ago 15 exceptional students shine at 2024 KNUST WinE Excellence Awards

The 4th edition of the SHE CAN Conference, hosted by WiNE-KNUST, took place on Friday, August 1 t at the Kumapley Auditorium under the theme “Beyond Backgrounds, She Can Become.” The highly anticipated event brought together students, professionals, and alumni, female students from selected senior high schools, for a celebration of purpose, resilience, and leadership […]

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8 d. ago Public transport fares to go up by 20% starting Friday, August 8

Public transport fares across Ghana are set to increase by 20% effective Friday, August 8, 2025. This follows a directive issued by the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), in collaboration with transport unions, and in accordance with the Administrative Arrangement on Public Transport Fares. According to a statement signed by Emmanuel Ohene-Yeboah, General Secretary, […]

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9 d. ago Dr. Daniel McKorley Crowned Most Influential Entrepreneur of All Time at the 2025 Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana Awards

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dr-daniel-mckorley-crowned-most-influential-entrepreneur-of-all-time-at-the-2025-entrepreneurs-foundation-of-ghana-awards/Business magnate and philanthropist Dr. Daniel McKorley was honoured with the title *”Most Influential Entrepreneur of All Time”* at the 15th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony of the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana (EFG), held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel on Friday, 1st August 2025. The prestigious award recognizes decades of entrepreneurial excellence, job creation, industry transformation, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dr-daniel-mckorley-crowned-most-influential-entrepreneur-of-all-time-at-the-2025-entrepreneurs-foundation-of-ghana-awards/

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9 d. ago Photos: Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation holds 15th anniversary awards gala

The Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation marked its 15th Anniversary Awards and Dinner Gala in grand style on Friday, 1st August 2025, in Accra, celebrating nearly two decades of excellence in championing entrepreneurial leadership and national development.

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9 d. ago Covenant Presby School marks 18th graduation with a strong emphasis on student development 

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/covenant-presby-school-marks-18th-graduation-with-a-strong-emphasis-on-student-development/On Friday, August 1, 2025, the forecourt of Covenant Presby School in Dzorwulu, Accra, was filled with pride, joy, and excitement as the school hosted its 18th Graduation and Awards Ceremony. Held under the theme “Providing Holistic Education to Children the Hope for National Development,” the celebration marked a key milestone for 30 kindergarten pupils […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/covenant-presby-school-marks-18th-graduation-with-a-strong-emphasis-on-student-development/

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1 week ago Police and Military Arrest Suspect, Seize Firearms in Nkwanta Raid

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/police-and-military-arrest-suspect-seize-firearms-in-nkwanta-raid/A coordinated operation between the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Armed Forces resulted in the arrest of one suspect and the seizure of illegal firearms in Nkwanta on Friday, August 1, 2025. The intelligence-driven raid targeted individuals suspected of involvement in recent violent disturbances within the Nkwanta area. Commencing at approximately 6:15 PM (1815 […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/police-and-military-arrest-suspect-seize-firearms-in-nkwanta-raid/

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1 week ago 31 business leaders receive honours at Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation’s 15th anniversary

In a grand celebration of entrepreneurial excellence, the Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation has recognised 31 of the country’s most distinguished business leaders at its 15th Anniversary Awards and Dinner Gala held on Friday, 1st August 2025.

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1 week ago Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation honours distinguished business leaders at 15th anniversary gala

The Ghana Entrepreneurs Foundation celebrated the accomplishments of some of the nation’s most illustrious business leaders at its 15th Anniversary Awards and Dinner Gala, held in Accra on Friday, August 1, 2025.

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