2 h. ago A cultural theorist and financier provides a diplomatic framework analysis following the Ben Gurion airport incident

V. L. K. Djokoto, cultural theorist and head of D. K. T. Djokoto & Co, has offered a framework for understanding the diplomatic dimensions of Ghana’s recent response to the detention of Ghanaian travellers at Ben Gurion International Airport, providing insight into the strategic considerations that typically inform such international exchanges.

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2 h. ago Judiciary urges stronger national action to tackle gender based violence

The African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) hosted a high-level stakeholder engagement on 16 days of activism against Gender Based Violence (GBV) with the judicial service.

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3 h. ago Ghana’s Youth Rise Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Acquah Anthony, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-youth-rise-against-corruption-shaping-tomorrows-integrity/In a bold initiative backed by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, GIZ, and the European Union under the PAIReD program, young people across 87 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) are uniting to confront corruption head-on. This year’s International Anti-Corruption Day celebration carries the powerful theme: “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity.” […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Acquah Anthony, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-youth-rise-against-corruption-shaping-tomorrows-integrity/

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4 h. ago I don’t enjoy prosecuting, but Ghanaians won’t forgive us if we allow impunity in public office – Mahama

President John Mahama has reiterated his administration’s commitment to accountability and the fight against corruption, warning that Ghanaians will not forgive political leaders if impunity is allowed to fester in public office.

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5 h. ago Canada’s ambassador to the US to step down ahead of key trade talks

Canada's ambassador to Washington Kirsten Hillman has announced she will be stepping down in the new year - a key departure as trade talks between the US and Canada remain stalled.

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6 h. ago Kumasi hosts landmark Tech in Ghana conference, showcases regional innovation

Kumasi has officially entered Ghana’s tech spotlight after hosting its first-ever edition of the internationally acclaimed Tech in Ghana conference, marking a historic step for the Ashanti Region in the country’s digital economy. Founder of the conference, Akosua Annobil, expressed her excitement at bringing the platform to her home region, urging participants to seize the opportunities presented over the two-day event. “The Ashanti Region’s influence and energy hold immense potential for Ghana’s next wave of technological advancement,” she said.

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7 h. ago Parliament to revise all mineral royalties; lithium deal withdrawn in the interim – Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga says the government’s decision to withdraw the lithium mining agreement is part of a broader plan to overhaul Ghana’s mineral royalty regime and link it directly to world market prices. Speaking on the floor of Parliament, Mahama Ayariga explained that commodity prices have shifted significantly since the original agreement was brought before the House, making the fixed royalty structure outdated and unattractive for investors.

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9 h. ago Eastern and Volta Regions shine at 2025 GBSA Goalball National Championships

History was made in Cape Coast as the 2025 GBSA Goalball National Championships became the first-ever edition planned to feature all 16 regions of Ghana.

Sport

9 h. ago Opposition watch: England to face Uruguay, Japan in pre World Cup friendlies

Ghana’s opponents in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England, will play Uruguay and Japan at Wembley in March next year. The two friendlies will be England’s final games before head coach Thomas Tuchel announces his squad for the 2026 World Cup. England are scheduled to face Uruguay on Friday, 27 March, before […]

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11 h. ago UG debate team wins gold at 2025 Pan African Universities Debate Championships in South Africa

The University of Ghana (UG) debate team has claimed gold in the Open Debate Category at the 2025 Pan African Universities Debate Championships (PAUDC), held at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, highlighting UG’s leadership in continental public speaking competitions.

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11 h. ago Accra prepares for India–Ghana Business Conclave to deepen trade, investment ties

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/Ghanaian business leaders and Indian investors will come together on Thursday, December 11, as the High Commission of India in Accra teams up with the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCCI) to host the inaugural India–Ghana Business Conclave. The event, held under the theme “Expanding India–Ghana Business Synergies for Inclusive Growth,” — intends […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-prepares-for-india-ghana-business-conclave-to-deepen-trade-investment-ties/

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11 h. ago Ghana Pushes Agribusiness as Key Industrial Driver for 24 Hour Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-agribusiness-as-key-industrial-driver-for-24-hour-economy/Ghana is escalating efforts to position agribusiness at the heart of its industrial transformation agenda and the proposed 24 hour economy, Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Sampson Ahi said at a regional policy dialogue in Tamale. The initiative comes as authorities work to boost underperforming factories, tighten supply chains, and tap into a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-pushes-agribusiness-as-key-industrial-driver-for-24-hour-economy/

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12 h. ago Government Seeks Private Investment to Rebuild Medical Diagnostics Infrastructure After Equipment Failures

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-private-investment-to-rebuild-medical-diagnostics-infrastructure-after-equipment-failures/Government is seeking private equity and development finance institutions to help rebuild its diagnostics and treatment infrastructure after years of equipment failures left major hospitals unable to deliver basic services. President John Dramani Mahama made the appeal at the World Health Expo Leaders Africa Summit in Accra on Tuesday, urging investors to co-finance the continent’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-seeks-private-investment-to-rebuild-medical-diagnostics-infrastructure-after-equipment-failures/

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13 h. ago Majority rejects Minority’s ‘Mahama third term’ claims, says debate is dangerous and unfounded

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has dismissed accusations by the Minority that President John Dramani Mahama is seeking a third term in office, describing the claim as baseless and potentially harmful to national discourse. Speaking on the AM show on Wednesday, Mahama Ayariga said the Minority’s repeated claims could unintentionally plant the very idea they are warning against. “As for the question of John Mahama wanting to do a third term — which he hasn’t said he wants to do — that’s the funny thing,” he said.

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13 h. ago Majority Leader slams Minority for wearing face masks to disrupt proceedings

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has criticised the Minority Caucus for what he described as “shameful and undignified” conduct in Parliament on Tuesday night.

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13 h. ago Ayariga dismisses minority’s constitutional amendment claims as baseless

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has dismissed Minority concerns that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) plans to secure an overwhelming majority in Parliament to amend the Constitution, insisting the claims are unfounded. Speaking on the AM show on Wednesday, Mahama Ayariga urged the Minority to “stop raising false alarms” about threats that do not exist. According to him, even without the controversial Kpandai seat, the NDC already has the numerical strength required for constitutional amendments, yet no such proposal has ever been tabled.

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13 h. ago Masked disruptions in parliament shameful and undermining rule of law – Mahama Ayariga

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has criticised some Minority MPs for wearing face masks and disrupting proceedings in Parliament, describing their actions as “cowardly” and “shameful.” Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Tuesday, Mahama Ayariga said such behaviour undermines the dignity of the House and the country’s commitment to the rule of law. “This is the country of the rule of law. We believe in the rule of law,” he said. “Why are you wearing face masks and disrupting parliamentary proceedings? This is very, very shameful that you wear face masks and come into the chamber as faceless people and be rude.”

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14 h. ago Trasacco Rebuts Nungua Stool Claims, Says Disputed Land Is Government Property Legally Acquired

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trasacco-rebuts-nungua-stool-claims-says-disputed-land-is-government-property-legally-acquired/By Perdita Agyarko Trasacco Company Limited has rejected allegations made by the Nungua Stool concerning ownership of a disputed parcel of land, describing the claims as false, misleading, and an attempt to distort well-established historical and legal facts. At a press statement issued in Accra, the company said a recent press conference by the Nungua […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trasacco-rebuts-nungua-stool-claims-says-disputed-land-is-government-property-legally-acquired/

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14 h. ago Ayariga defends clerk’s action in Kpandai saga, says Minority’s tactics ‘backfired’

Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has defended the Clerk to Parliament over the controversial letter declaring the Kpandai seat vacant, insisting the Clerk acted strictly within the law. Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Tuesday, Mahama Ayariga said the Minority’s attempt to block debate in the chamber ultimately worked against their own interests. According to him, the law is clear that once a court orders a rerun of an election, the Clerk is mandated to notify the Electoral Commission (EC), unless a court order is in place to stay the judgment.

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16 h. ago Tariff hike vs Base pay: Labour Minister Pelpuo says look at the full picture

Labour Minister, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, says the current public debate over tariff hikes and base pay must be viewed in a broader context.

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