16 h. ago Bloomberg Sets Johannesburg Summit as Africa Business Takes Global Stage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bloomberg-sets-johannesburg-summit-as-africa-business-takes-global-stage/Bloomberg will host its first Africa Business Summit in Johannesburg on November 18, 2025, timed alongside South Africa’s landmark B-20 presidency. The event, an official sideline to the B-20 Summit, aims to gather CEOs, policymakers, and investors to dissect Africa’s accelerating economic influence. South Africa’s role as the first African host of the B-20 injects […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bloomberg-sets-johannesburg-summit-as-africa-business-takes-global-stage/

Politics

20 h. ago Putin Hails Trump’s Ukraine Efforts, Eyes Nuclear Deal at Alaska Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Donald Trump’s “energetic and sincere” push to end the Ukraine war while suggesting a potential breakthrough on nuclear arms control ahead of their high-stakes Alaska summit. The remarks signal a diplomatic thaw even as both nations maneuver cautiously around deep-seated tensions. “The current American administration is making quite energetic efforts […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/

Politics

31 h. ago South Africa’s auto sector hit by job losses and company closures

Low domestic sales of locally made cars, an influx of imports and low levels of local content have led to 12 company closures and over 4,000 job losses in the South African motor industry over two years, the trade minister said on Wednesday.

Events

37 h. ago European leaders tentatively hopeful after call with Trump ahead of Putin summit

European leaders appeared cautiously optimistic after holding a virtual meeting with Donald Trump on Wednesday, two days before he meets his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

Politics

47 h. ago Kojo Choi denies NDC ties, says appointment based on competence

Ghana’s Ambassador-Designate to South Korea, Kojo Choi, has refuted claims that he is politically aligned with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) despite being appointed by President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking in an interview on Channel One TV, on Tuesday, August 12, Mr Choi said his professional work and relationships cut across political lines, stressing that […]

Politics

58 h. ago Ghana Football Boss Sidesteps Third Term Talk, Urges Focus on League Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-football-boss-sidesteps-third-term-talk-urges-focus-on-league-growth/Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has dismissed current speculation about a potential bid for a third term, labelling such discussions as premature. His comments follow the recent controversial amendment approved by the GFA Congress extending the presidential term limit from two to three terms. Speaking to journalists, Okraku emphasized the substantial time remaining in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-football-boss-sidesteps-third-term-talk-urges-focus-on-league-growth/

Sport

63 h. ago Ghana to Fund Education for Children of Helicopter Crash Victims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-fund-education-for-children-of-helicopter-crash-victims/President John Mahama announced a dedicated support fund for children orphaned by last week’s fatal Ghana Air Force helicopter crash. He made the pledge during Tuesday’s funeral rites for Alhaji Mohammed Muniru Limuna, the Deputy National Security Coordinator who perished in the August 6 disaster. Speaking with evident emotion in Accra, President Mahama stressed the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-fund-education-for-children-of-helicopter-crash-victims/

Events

67 h. ago Funny Boy Innit: South African comedy stars billed for Lekzy’s upcoming show

Ghanaian comedian Lekzy DeComic will headline a major comedy event, “Funny Boy Innit” (FBI), on Saturday, 27th September 2025 at the UPSA Auditorium in Accra, featuring two of South Africa’s biggest comedy names, Chris Mapane and KG Mokgadi.

Politics

3 d. ago Apple Music Announces Dee Koala as August’s Featured Artist For Rap Life Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-announces-dee-koala-as-augusts-featured-artist-for-rap-life-africa/Apple Music’s Rap Life Radio, presented by Global Editorial Head of Hip-Hop and R&B, Ebro Darden, will feature enigmatic South African rap songstress Dee Koala this month, as Ebro and Africa Now Radio host, Nandi Madida, chat about her highly anticipated sophomore album, iiNtsikelelo. Meaning “blessings” in isiXhosa, iiNtsikelelo is a raw, deeply personal journey […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-announces-dee-koala-as-augusts-featured-artist-for-rap-life-africa/

Culture

3 d. ago Trump, Putin Set for Landmark Alaska Talks Amid Ukraine Focus

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-putin-set-for-landmark-alaska-talks-amid-ukraine-focus/President Donald Trump welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin to Alaska on Friday, marking the first visit by a Kremlin leader to the U.S. in nearly a decade. The remote state, separated from Russia by the narrow Bering Strait, offers symbolic and practical weight for the high-stakes meeting. Russian officials openly championed the location, emphasizing the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-putin-set-for-landmark-alaska-talks-amid-ukraine-focus/

Politics

3 d. ago Trump says he will try to get back territory for Ukraine in talks with Putin

US President Donald Trump has said he will try to get some territory back for Ukraine during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday.

Politics

4 d. ago South African Stocks Open Flat Amid US Tariff Concerns and Unemployment Woes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-stocks-open-flat-amid-us-tariff-concerns-and-unemployment-woes/South African equities opened the week with little movement, as the benchmark JSE FTSE All Share Index hovered near the 101,000-point mark. Early trading saw manufacturing, distribution services, and financial stocks among the few gainers. Utilities, electronic technology, communications, and industrial services sectors lagged behind, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. The new 30% US tariffs on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-stocks-open-flat-amid-us-tariff-concerns-and-unemployment-woes/

Politics

4 d. ago Rasheed Saminu to race against Kishane Thompson, Akani Simbine at Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix

Ghana’s 100m record holder, Abdul-Rasheed Saminu will line up against the world’s fastest man of 2025, Kishane Thompson, and South African sprint icon Akani Simbine at the István Gyulai Memorial meet on Tuesday 12 August in Budapest, Hungary. It will be Saminu’s first competition on the European circuit, having ended his collegiate season with the […]

Sport

4 d. ago Zelensky says he discussed peace and Russia with South Africa’s Ramaphosa

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he discussed ways to achieve peace in Ukraine in a call with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday.

Politics

5 d. ago South Africa’s President Ramaphosa extends condolences to Ghana over helicopter crash

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed condolences to President John Mahama and the people of Ghana following Wednesday’s military helicopter crash.

Events

5 d. ago South African Government Unsettled by Zuma’s Endorsement of Morocco’s Sahara Plan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-government-unsettled-by-zumas-endorsement-of-moroccos-sahara-plan/Former South African President Jacob Zuma, now head of the opposition Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party, visited Morocco on July 15, 2025, to meet with officials, including Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita. During this visit, Zuma openly expressed his support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara. This stance irritated the authorities in Pretoria, who reacted […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-government-unsettled-by-zumas-endorsement-of-moroccos-sahara-plan/

Politics

7 d. ago South African president speaks to Russia’s Putin on Ukraine crisis, bilateral issues

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday on the Ukraine crisis and issues of bilateral interest, Ramaphosa's office said in a statement.

Politics

7 d. ago South Africa gets closer to full membership of biggest African trade bank

South Africa moved closer to becoming a full sovereign member of the Africa Export-Import Bank, the continent's leading provider of trade finance, after the cabinet gave its approval to the plan, the government said on Thursday.

Politics

8 d. ago Ghana’s Retail Shakeup Exposes Critical Competition Law Void

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-retail-shakeup-exposes-critical-competition-law-void/As South African retailer Shoprite exits Ghana, leaving its assets ripe for acquisition, consumer advocates warn the transaction highlights a dangerous regulatory blind spot. Appiah Kusi Adomako, economist and West Africa Director of CUTS International, stresses Ghana lacks an active competition law leaving major market shifts like Shoprite’s departure unmonitored for consumer or competitive impacts. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-retail-shakeup-exposes-critical-competition-law-void/

Politics

9 d. ago Three years into war, US and Europe keep billions in trade with Russia

Three years after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the United States and European Union still import billions of euros worth of Russian energy and commodities

Events