5 h. ago MTN Executive Urges African Graduates to Drive Technology Innovation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-executive-urges-african-graduates-to-drive-technology-innovation/MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Asante challenged African graduates to become technology creators rather than consumers during Accra Technical University’s graduation ceremony on December 5. Asante addressed 2,771 graduates at the 25th congregation ceremony themed Emerging Technologies: How Prepared is the ATU Graduate. He called for stronger partnerships between academia, government, and industry to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-executive-urges-african-graduates-to-drive-technology-innovation/

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26 h. ago 4.6 Billion Still Lack Essential Health Services as Nations Launch Reform Compacts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/4-6-billion-still-lack-essential-health-services-as-nations-launch-reform-compacts/An estimated 4.6 billion people worldwide still lack access to essential health services while 2.1 billion face financial hardship from healthcare expenses, according to the 2025 Global Monitoring Report released Friday at the Universal Health Coverage High-Level Forum in Tokyo. The report, jointly published by the World Health Organization and World Bank, reveals that progress […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/4-6-billion-still-lack-essential-health-services-as-nations-launch-reform-compacts/

Economics

3 d. ago Strike at public technical universities disrupts admissions, finance Services over unpaid allowance

The Technical Universities Senior Administrators Association of Ghana (TUSAAG) has vowed to continue its strike until the government pays a negotiated One-Time Research Allowance, which has been pending for nearly 17 months. Speaking to journalists at Kumasi Technical University on Wednesday, December 3, the Local President of TUSAAG, Akwasi Sarfo Agyemang, said the strike is in full force and members are abiding by the association’s directives to stay at home. “And as we rightly said, we are on strike and being on strike means that our members are not supposed to come to work. And that’s just what they are doing now,” he explained. Mr. Agyemang clarified that while some people may still be seen on campus submitting applications, these are not TUSAAG members, and the processing of such applications is being handled by non-striking officers. He emphasized that the strike affects senior administrators responsible for admissions, finance, and audit services. The industrial action was d...

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3 d. ago Financial Advisory Chief Argues Fed Should Continue Rate Cuts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/A prominent financial services executive has outlined why the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) should maintain its policy of reducing interest rates, citing weakening economic momentum and diminishing inflation threats despite the central bank’s recent signals of caution. Nigel Green, who leads deVere Group, a global financial advisory firm with operations spanning over 100 countries, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/

Economics

4 d. ago SIC Financial Services Faces Leadership Crisis Over Restructuring

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sic-financial-services-faces-leadership-crisis-over-restructuring/SIC Financial Services Ltd (SIC-FSL) has been plunged into a governance crisis as tensions between Managing Director Dr. Sa-ad Iddrisu and Board Chairman Jonathan Dziasu escalate into competing authority claims. The conflict has created two parallel management teams, disrupting normal operations at one of Ghana’s oldest state linked investment firms. The dispute reached government after […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sic-financial-services-faces-leadership-crisis-over-restructuring/

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5 d. ago World AIDS Day: Ghana urged to invest in HIV prevention as global funding declines

Ghana on Monday joined the international community to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025, with renewed calls for sustained domestic financing to protect HIV prevention and treatment services amid declining global support.

Politics

5 d. ago Zipline Contract Faces Cancellation Despite Study Showing Health Gains

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/Ghana’s medical drone delivery service faces potential termination despite a peer reviewed study showing substantial health improvements, as Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga renews calls for contract cancellation over financial sustainability concerns. A study published in BMC (BioMed Central) Health Services Research reports significant health gains among Zipline supported facilities, including a 20 percent increase in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zipline-contract-faces-cancellation-despite-study-showing-health-gains/

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5 d. ago MobileMoney Fintech Restructures, Shareholders Approve Merger and Waiver at EGM

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mobilemoney-fintech-restructures-shareholders-approve-merger-and-waiver-at-egm/  MobileMoney Ltd (MML), MTN Ghana’s mobile financial services subsidiary, has received shareholder approval to merge with the newly formed MobileMoney Fintech Ltd (MMF). The move aligns with Bank of Ghana regulations requiring at least 30% local ownership and is aimed at strengthening governance and operational independence. The Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) saw shareholders approve […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mobilemoney-fintech-restructures-shareholders-approve-merger-and-waiver-at-egm/

Economics

5 d. ago Ennobled Foundation rewards Best Female Accounting Graduate at ATU’s 25th Congregation

The Ennobled Foundation Ghana has awarded the Best Graduating Female Student in Accounting and Finance at the 25th Congregation Ceremony of Accra Technical University (ATU) as part of its commitment to promoting academic excellence and female empowerment in finance-related fields. The prestigious award was presented to Abigail Tetteh, in recognition of her outstanding academic performance […]

Events

8 d. ago HeFRA orders TaTU Hospital to reopen; launches special monitoring at Tamale Central Hospital

The Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has taken firm regulatory action in the Northern Region, simultaneously directing the Tamale Technical University Hospital (TaTU Hospital) to reopen and launching special investigations into conditions at the Tamale Central Hospital.

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8 d. ago Kpebu Questions Special Prosecutor Claims on Ofori Atta Arrest

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kpebu-questions-special-prosecutor-claims-on-ofori-atta-arrest/Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu is challenging claims by Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng that the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), National Security, and Ghana Immigration Service refused to assist in the attempted arrest of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta. Speaking on TV3’s Keypoints program, Kpebu said he independently verified the Special Prosecutor’s assertions by contacting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/kpebu-questions-special-prosecutor-claims-on-ofori-atta-arrest/

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8 d. ago Charity pledges US$51.6 million to boost Ghana’s universal WASH access

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/World Vision Ghana, the local branch of global charity World Vision International, has launched a 51.6-million-U.S.-dollar business plan for 2026-2030 to support Ghana’s water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) service delivery. The Mapping the Blue Thread financing program seeks to support the West African country to achieve universal WASH coverage across 23 districts, with access for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/

Economics

9 d. ago Hubtel Extends Digital Payment Services to Three Ghanaian Cities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hubtel-extends-digital-payment-services-to-three-ghanaian-cities/Hubtel has rolled out its operations in Sunyani, Techiman, and Tarkwa, marking a significant expansion beyond Ghana’s major metropolitan areas. The payment technology company announced the move as part of its strategy to democratize access to digital financial services across the country. Elsie Bram, Head of Consumer Demand and Growth at Hubtel, emphasized the company’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hubtel-extends-digital-payment-services-to-three-ghanaian-cities/

Politics

1 week ago BoG to intensify cybersecurity measures amid rising digital threats

The Bank of Ghana is moving to intensify cybersecurity measures across the financial sector as digital payment adoption accelerates nationwide. According to the Central Bank, the rising cyber risks demand stronger oversight and more advanced protective systems to safeguard banks, payment service providers and millions of customers who rely on digital finance. Speaking on behalf […]

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2 w. ago Feed Ghana Programme Must Drive Transformation Says WACCI Director

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/feed-ghana-programme-must-drive-transformation-says-wacci-director/Professor Eric Yirenkyi Danquah, Founding Director of the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), has stressed that the government’s Feed Ghana Programme (FGP) must deliver transformational change and not merely incremental improvements to the agricultural sector. Delivering the keynote address at the Food, Agriculture, Technology and Sustainability Conference at Ho Technical University (HTU), Prof. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/feed-ghana-programme-must-drive-transformation-says-wacci-director/

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2 w. ago Jasikan and Techiman to get Technical Universities – Haruna Iddrisu

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has announced the Government’s intention to construct new technical universities as part of a broader strategy to widen access to tertiary education across the country.

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2 w. ago Minister Warns Youth Joblessness Threatens Ghana’s Stability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minister-warns-youth-joblessness-threatens-ghanas-stability/The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Mr Eric Opoku, has cautioned that rising youth unemployment remains one of the gravest threats to Ghana’s future stability and development. Speaking at the opening of a two day Food, Agriculture, Technology and Sustainability Conference at the Ho Technical University on Tuesday, he said the scale of joblessness among […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/minister-warns-youth-joblessness-threatens-ghanas-stability/

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2 w. ago Advans Ghana Opens Takoradi Branch to Expand Financial Access

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/advans-ghana-opens-takoradi-branch-to-expand-financial-access/Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has launched a new branch in Takoradi, marking its 21st location nationwide as the financial institution extends services to business communities in the Western Region. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Guillaume Valence described the opening as evidence of the company’s dedication to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/advans-ghana-opens-takoradi-branch-to-expand-financial-access/

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2 w. ago Karpowership Ghana awards full scholarships to 55 students for 2025/26 academic year

Karpowership Ghana has awarded full tuition scholarships to 55 brilliant but financially challenged Engineering students at Takoradi Technical University for the 2025/26 academic year.

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3 w. ago Technical University College submits final arguments in case against Anbariya Islamic Institute

The long-running legal dispute between Technical University College and the Anbariya Islamic Institute is entering its final phase, with the University College submitting its written arguments ahead of the case’s expected conclusion in December.

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