2 h. ago Ministry of Defence withdraws military protection for ineligible civilians

The Ministry of Defence has withdrawn military protection from all civilians who are not legally entitled to such services, including certain public officials, former ministers, and businessmen.

Politics

8 h. ago Local Government Ministry pays allowances to over 9000 assembly members

The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has disbursed GH¢23.6 million out of the GH¢25 million released by the Finance Ministry to settle allowances owed to assembly members.

Politics

19 h. ago US Visa Restrictions fuel Ghanaian outrage, stoking economic concerns

A seismic shift in United States visa policy for Ghanaian citizens raises concerns about economic impact, educational dreams, and the very fabric of transnational families. Diplomatic and certain family-based visas continue to provide their multi-entry benefits. However, the new policy is a major setback for the majority, dramatically limiting travel for business, tourism, and especially student travel.

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20 h. ago Azumah Resources rejects political motive claims, confirms EBID talks started in 2023

In a carefully worded public statement, Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd has confirmed that the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) was engaged in discussions to support the Black Volta Gold Project as early as 2023 — a critical clarification that challenges ongoing claims that the financing was politically engineered following Ghana’s 2024 elections.

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20 h. ago Ghana Prisons Service introduces juvenile and secondary education to promote rehabilitation – Muntaka

The Ministry of the Interior has announced significant reforms in the Ghana Prisons Service aimed at improving inmate welfare, with a focus on education and expanded correctional facilities. Speaking at the first session of the Government Accountability Series, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak revealed that the Prisons Service has rolled out juvenile and secondary education programmes […]

Events

21 h. ago Government met only 3 out of 11 structural benchmarks, but taken strong actions to address rest – IMF

It mentioned that the quarterly electricity tariff adjustments (quarterly SB starting from end-January 2025) resumed only in April 2025 due to delays in appointing a new board of the energy sector regulator (PURC), while the publication of the audit of Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)’s collections and uses (end-January 2025 SB) was achieved in February 2025 and covered a longer period than mandated by program conditionality.

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22 h. ago Gov’t launches youth internship scheme to support security services and tackle unemployment

The Ministry of the Interior has announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing youth employability through internships within Ghana’s security services.

Politics

23 h. ago Future of GH₵1 fuel levy hinges on energy sector performance – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson and Head of the Communications Directorate at the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has stated that the continuation or abolishment of the recently introduced GH₵1 fuel levy will depend on the future performance of the energy sector.

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25 h. ago ENI completes major gas supply upgrade to boost Ghana’s energy reliability

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced the successful completion of a key upgrade by ENI to Ghana’s gas infrastructure, resulting in a significant increase in daily gas supply.

Politics

31 h. ago SA police minister suspended over organised crime allegations

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on an immediate "leave of absence" after allegations of links to organised crime were made against him.

Events

40 h. ago Black Queens outstanding allowances has been paid – Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco

The Ministry for Sports and Recreation has paid all outstanding allowances owed the Black Queens. Ghana’s Ambassador to Morocco, Charity Gbedawo, confirmed this on Sunday, in an exclusive chat with JoySports WAFCON 2024 correspondent Lawrence Baidoo. “They had a few challenges along the line… their finances were delayed a bit. But to the glory of […]

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41 h. ago Mobik Energy CEO raises alarm over Tarkwa’s disappearing rivers and environmental neglect

The Chief Executive Officer of Mobik Energy, Joseph Cobbinah, popularly known as Kabie, has sounded a strong alarm over the environmental crisis unfolding in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western region, particularly the rapid disappearance of rivers and streams that once sustained local communities. Speaking with deep concern about the deteriorating state of Tarkwa’s […]

Society

56 h. ago Chief Justice’s ECOWAS court action sparks accountability debate

The unprecedented legal challenge launched by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo at the ECOWAS Court of Justice has ignited a debate about judicial accountability and the independence of the judiciary.

Events

66 h. ago Presidential jet grounded in France for 4 months amid serious technical faults

Ghana’s Presidential Jet, the Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy, has been grounded in France for four months beyond its scheduled return date due to extensive maintenance issues.

Politics

68 h. ago Ghana’s energy sector shortfall to reach $2.2bn by December 2025 – IMF

The Fund said some progress has recently been made in addressing the energy sector’s challenges.

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3 d. ago ECG installs over 200 new transformers to enhance power supply – Energy Ministry

The Spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy, Richmond Rockson, has disclosed that over 200 Ghana-made transformers have been procured by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to improve electricity distribution across the country.

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4 d. ago There will be no power disruption on July 13 – Energy Ministry

The Ministry of Energy has refuted reports suggesting that the country is set to experience a nationwide power supply shortage, commonly referred to as dumsor, on Sunday, July 13.

Science

4 d. ago Showdown in Ablekuma North as voters return to the polls amid party rift and court drama

More than 6,000 eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots today, Friday, July 11, 2025, in a high-stakes parliamentary rerun across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency.

Events

4 d. ago Ablakwa’s Diplomacy, Antwi’s Partisanship, and Kubi’s Statesmanship

A master painter's brushstrokes are not just about colour, but about the canvas. Some try to mimic Okudzeto Ablakwa's investigative artistry, but their canvas is tainted by bias. Ablakwa's work is like a masterpiece crafted with fact, painted with integrity, and displayed with transparency. Others may try to replicate the style, but their art lacks the depth and credibility. Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has clarified the country's stance on the controversial abstention from the United Nations Human Rights Council vote on LGBTQ+ rights.

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4 d. ago Hungary, Switzerland and India explore mining partnership with Lands Ministry

Ghana’s push toward responsible and sustainable small-scale mining has gained renewed international support as envoys from Hungary, Switzerland, and India held separate meetings with the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, on Tuesday, 8th July, 2025, to discuss potential collaboration with Ghana and their respective countries. His Excellency Tamás Fehér, the […]

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