13 h. ago Film Craft Expo 2025 launch: Africa is becoming a hub for cinematic, theatre technology

Africa is rising as a hub for cinematic and theatre technology, says Prince Kojo-Hilton, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Film Craft Expo (FCE), as he rallies industry players and stakeholders to invest in talents that are redefining the industry.

Culture

13 h. ago Architectural Designs and the Embedded History of Social Injustice

Sitting around a table at a gathering in a privileged neighbourhood within one of the poorest countries in Africa, I initially found myself unimpressed by the expansive two-acre property that housed an imposing mansion. Although I was struck by the grandeur of the spacious residence and its extensive walls, the history behind it did not resonate with me until a friend from Sierra Leone posed a provocative question to a Malawian: “How did you manage to expel the colonisers while they enjoyed the favourable climate and these luxurious homes?” The woman, the personal assistant of the white hostess, appeared unprepared for such an inquiry, caught between her role as an employee and the candid acknowledgement of a colonial past.

Events

13 h. ago GCB Bank PLC launches Hajj Account to empower Ghanaian pilgrims

GCB Bank PLC has launched a Hajj Account to help Muslims in Ghana save and plan towards performing the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Politics

13 h. ago GCB Bank PLC launches Hajj Account to assist Ghanaian pilgrims

GCB Bank PLC has launched a Hajj Account to help Muslims in Ghana save and plan towards performing the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Politics

15 h. ago Apirede Developers partners with Broll Ghana Limited to launch Forest Hill Wellness Resort

Apirede Developers has partnered with Broll Ghana Limited to launch Forest Hill Wellness Resort & Estate,a 650-acre luxury lifestyle community in the scenic Akwapim Hills. The collaboration brings to market a collection of exclusive serviced plots for discerning buyers in Ghana and the diaspora. Designed to set a new benchmark for premium living in West […]

Culture

22 h. ago Ghana and Egypt forge new strategic alliance for sustainable mining at 2025 Africa Down Under Summit

Ghana’s Lands Minister, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, and the Minister for Petroleum and Mineral Resources of Egypt have forged a new strategic alliance for sustainable mining at the ongoing Africa Down Under in Perth, Australia.

Politics

22 h. ago Forging Africa’s Trade Renaissance: Strategic Diplomacy in an Era of Continental Integration

The convergence of the African Continental Free Trade Area’s operational maturity and China’s recalibrated Belt and Road Initiative presents unprecedented opportunities for diplomatic innovation. Success will require a nuanced understanding of evolving trade dynamics, strategic migration patterns, and adaptive economic diplomacy. The New Architecture of African Economic Integration Four years after its operational launch, the […]

Politics

24 h. ago StarHealth Insurance officially launched after 3 years of successful operations in Ghana

StarHealth Insurance Company Limited, a subsidiary of Star Assurance Group, has officially launched operations in Ghana following two years of foundational development. Star Health is a private health insurer, offering affordable and seamless services for individuals, groups, SMEs, and large corporations. It provides coverage for outpatient, inpatient, specialist consultations, maternity care, employee assistance, preventive healthcare, […]

Politics

30 h. ago US Justice Department opens criminal mortgage fraud probe into Fed Governor Cook

The U.S. Justice Department has launched a criminal mortgage fraud probe into Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook and has issued grand jury subpoenas out of both Georgia and Michigan.

Events

34 h. ago Ghana’s Gig Economy Revolution Demands Digital Skills Training, UNICEF Study Reveals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-gig-economy-revolution-demands-digital-skills-training-unicef-study-reveals/Young Ghanaians are transforming the nation’s employment landscape through gig work, but lack the digital and financial literacy skills needed to turn side hustles into sustainable businesses, according to a new UNICEF study. The assessment, funded by UNICEF Ghana, reveals a critical mismatch between the skills employers require and those that job seekers possess in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-gig-economy-revolution-demands-digital-skills-training-unicef-study-reveals/

Events

34 h. ago Police investigate alleged assault on Alhaji Masawudu at Akwatia 

The Akwatia District Police Command on Thursday launched investigations into an alleged assault on Alhaji Masawudu Osman, the third National Vice Chairman of the opposition NPP at Akwatia in the Eastern Region. 

Events

35 h. ago Ghana Launches Solar Irrigation Initiative to Transform Agricultural Productivity

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-solar-irrigation-initiative-to-transform-agricultural-productivity/Ghana will deploy solar-powered irrigation pumps nationwide to modernize agriculture and eliminate seasonal farming limitations, officials announced at a continental renewable energy summit that also unveiled a $200 million financing facility for African solar projects. Energy and Green Transition Minister John Abdulai Jinapor revealed the initiative at the 7th International Solar Alliance Regional Committee Meeting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-solar-irrigation-initiative-to-transform-agricultural-productivity/

Politics

35 h. ago Ghana Plans Tougher Cybercrime Laws After GH₵14.9 Million Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/Ghana lost GH₵14.9 million to cybercrime in the first half of 2025, prompting government commitments to strengthen cybersecurity regulations and improve digital accountability as internet adoption accelerates nationwide. Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations Minister Samuel Nartey George announced the losses during the launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month in Accra on Wednesday. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-plans-tougher-cybercrime-laws-after-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million-losses/

Events

35 h. ago Ghana Cybercrime Cases Surge to 2,008 as Losses Hit GH₵14.9 Million

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybercrime-cases-surge-to-2008-as-losses-hit-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million/Ghana faces an escalating cybercrime crisis with reported incidents jumping from 1,317 in the first half of 2024 to 2,008 during the same period this year, according to the Cyber Security Authority. The figures were released at the launch of the 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Month, showing online fraud accounted for 36% of cases, followed by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cybercrime-cases-surge-to-2008-as-losses-hit-gh%e2%82%b514-9-million/

Events

36 h. ago Digital Reforms Could Add US$3.4 Billion to Ghana’s Economy by 2030

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-reforms-could-add-us3-4-billion-to-ghanas-economy-by-2030/Ghana’s economy could gain an additional $3.4 billion by 2030 through strategic digital transformation reforms, according to a new report launched by the GSMA at the Digital Africa Summit in Accra on Tuesday. The comprehensive study reveals that mobile technology already contributes GH¢94 billion to Ghana’s GDP, representing 8% of the country’s total economic output. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-reforms-could-add-us3-4-billion-to-ghanas-economy-by-2030/

Economics

38 h. ago From sanitation to streetlights: How Linda Ocloo is redefining leadership as Greater Accra Regional Minister

Designated in January 2025 under President John Mahama’s administration, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo took over the position as the Greater Accra Regional Minister after years of service as Member of Parliament for Shai-Osudoku Constituency. Ever since she assumed this new role, she has concentrated on practical initiatives focused on sanitation, environmental protection, infrastructure development, education, and accountability. Her leadership reflects a commitment to transforming Accra into a cleaner, safer, conducive, and more inclusive region.

Politics

38 h. ago Beacon of Hope announces 2025 Weekend of Hope Awards Ceremony in South Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/beacon-of-hope-announces-2025-weekend-of-hope-awards-ceremony-in-south-africa/Beacon of Hope, a global mission dedicated to igniting transformation and sustaining hope worldwide, is excited to announce its 2025 Weekend of Hope Awards Ceremony, set to take place at a breathtaking South African game reserve on December 6 2025. This milestone event will bring together changemakers, visionaries, and catalysts for hope from around the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/beacon-of-hope-announces-2025-weekend-of-hope-awards-ceremony-in-south-africa/

Events

39 h. ago Bolt is the most downloaded travel and mobility app in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bolt-is-the-most-downloaded-travel-and-mobility-app-in-ghana/Bolt number one, according to data collected by Sensor Tower, a digital intelligence company Ghana is one of 23 countries where Bolt is the most downloaded travel app Bolt aims to continue to grow in Ghana launching new cities and product features Bolt, the global shared mobility app with 200 million customers across more than […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bolt-is-the-most-downloaded-travel-and-mobility-app-in-ghana/

Politics

45 h. ago Karim Zito welcomes introduction of minimum wage in Ghana Premier league

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito says he is “very happy” with the newly introduced minimum wage for players in the Ghana Premier League, though he feels the initial amount is low. On Wednesday, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) announced that players in the Ghana Premier League (GPL) will earn a minimum monthly net […]

Sport

46 h. ago YIPs Ghana honours five outstanding students at CIIG Insurance Excellence Awards 2025

The Association of Young Insurance Professionals (YIPS) Ghana, under the auspices of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana (CIIG), has honoured five exceptional tertiary students for their insightful submissions in the Second Edition of the Tertiary Essay Competition. This recognition forms part of the Tertiary Achiever Awards Initiative, which aims to nurture young talents, promote […]

Events