2 h. ago World Bank’s new outcome bond supports clean cooking initiative in Ghana

The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD has priced its latest outcome bond, a US$200 million Clean Cooking Outcome Bond maturing on 31st March 2032. The bond aims to make cleaner cooking accessible to more than one million people in Ghana. Under the terms of the bond, an amount equivalent to some […]

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5 h. ago Sekyere Rural Bank PLC increases profit by 246%, sets strategies to attain more

Sekyere Rural Bank PLC has commenced processes to increase its loan administration to improve profitability in subsequent years.

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5 h. ago Minerals Development Fund implements environmentally sustainable, profitable initiative for small

The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has launched an environmentally sustainable mining initiative to reduce water and land degradation in small-scale mining.

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5 h. ago Otumfuo–Newmont AI for youth center launched in Sankore, Ahafo Region

The Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Foundation, in partnership with Newmont, has officially commissioned the Otumfuo Newmont AI for Youth Center in Sankore the fourth of six Smart Labs being rolled out across Ghana to expand access to cutting-edge digital and future-ready education.

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6 h. ago Adidome Opens First Community Library in Central Tongu, Sets a New Standard for Education

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/adidome-opens-first-community-library-in-central-tongu-sets-a-new-standard-for-education/In a historic move to enhance education in the North Tongu district, the office of the Dufia and Landlord of Adidome, Togbe Kwasnyi Kakaklolo Agyeman V, has officially inaugurated the Adidome Community Library. This marks the district’s first public library, providing a hub for reading, research, and literacy advancement. The library building was donated by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Isaac Kofi Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/adidome-opens-first-community-library-in-central-tongu-sets-a-new-standard-for-education/

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7 h. ago GEA terminates contracts of 218 BizBox District Coordinators

The Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) has brought an end to the contracts of all 218 district coordinators under its Business In The Box (BizBox) initiative, a decision that has left many affected staff confused and frustrated.

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7 h. ago Karpowership Ghana Inspires 300 Girls to Pursue TVET Careers in Male Dominated Fields

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karpowership-ghana-inspires-300-girls-to-pursue-tvet-careers-in-male-dominated-fields/Karpowership Ghana in collaboration with education and gender ministries held a programme in Takoradi inspiring over 300 female students to explore careers in traditionally male dominated technical and vocational fields. The initiative held at Fijai Senior High School in October brought together students from 10 basic and senior high schools alongside teachers and parents to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/karpowership-ghana-inspires-300-girls-to-pursue-tvet-careers-in-male-dominated-fields/

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8 h. ago Sakumono pair dominate Premier Tennis Club’s Farmers’ Day event

Farmers’ Day celebrations in Tema took a sporty twist as the Premier Tennis Club hosted its widely-patronised annual tennis tournament, backed by the KGL Foundation.

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9 h. ago Star Oil launches fuel now, pay later scheme using Ghanacard and credit scoring system

Star Oil has unveiled a new initiative that allows commercial drivers to buy fuel on credit using their Ghanacard and an individualised credit scoring system, offering much-needed financial relief to thousands of drivers across the country. The concept, dubbed Fuel Now, Pay Later, was announced in a Facebook post by Star Oil, following weeks of anticipation among its customers.

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9 h. ago Dr Kpikpi links galamsey crisis to poor resource stewardship, praises Goldbod initiative

The 2024 presidential candidate of the Progressive Alliance of Ghana (PAG), Dr John Kpikpi, says the long-running galamsey crisis is rooted in decades of poor resource stewardship.

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9 h. ago Dr. John Kpikpi Links Galamsey Crisis to Poor Resource Stewardship — Praises Government’s Goldbod Initiative

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dr-john-kpikpi-links-galamsey-crisis-to-poor-resource-stewardship-praises-governments-goldbod-initiative/Illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, remains one of Ghana’s most persistent national challenges despite years of government-led interventions, military operations, policy reforms and public campaigns. Successive administrations have struggled to curb the destruction of water bodies, forests and farmlands, even as communities continue to express frustration over lack of meaningful benefits from the nation’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dr-john-kpikpi-links-galamsey-crisis-to-poor-resource-stewardship-praises-governments-goldbod-initiative/

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10 h. ago Ghana makes moves to deploy troops for ECOWAS ission in Benin after failed coup – JoyNews sources

Ghana has initiated processes to deploy its contingent to the ECOWAS Standby Force mission in Benin, following an attempted coup d’état in the country on Sunday, JoyNews has learned. This move aligns with directives issued by the Chair of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government for the immediate deployment of elements of […]

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10 h. ago Ghana makes moves to deploy troops for ECOWAS mission in Benin after failed coup – JoyNews sources

Ghana has initiated processes to deploy its contingent to the ECOWAS Standby Force mission in Benin, following an attempted coup d’état in the country on Sunday, JoyNews has learned. This move aligns with directives issued by the Chair of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government for the immediate deployment of elements of […]

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12 h. ago Lightwave eHealth questions NHIA audit, flags missing GH₵10.45 million

Eric Adjei, Project Coordinator for Lightwave eHealth Solutions, has raised concerns over what he describes as irregularities in the audit process conducted by the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) into the company’s operations. Speaking on the JoyNews AM Show, he suggested that some issues may be linked to personal or institutional conflicts rather than genuine procedural lapses. According to Adjei, Lightwave, the developers of the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS), has cooperated with audits and investigations, but the involvement of a competitor in the process raises questions about impartiality. “We do not have any problem with any institution going to do an audit or investigation. But again, why do you send a competitor to go do an audit?” he asked. The coordinator further disclosed that GH₵10.45 million, initially allocated to Lightwave from NHIA funds, was redirected to the auditing institution in 2024. He described the transaction as “surprising...

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12 h. ago GETFund accelerates practical science education with strategic funding for STEMBox initiative

The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has reinforced its leadership role in advancing equitable access to modern, practical education with a strategic financing of a nationwide rollout of the Dext STEMBox initiative for basic schools.

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12 h. ago ICE Detains Nigerian Man Convicted of Cocaine Trafficking in Michigan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-detains-nigerian-man-convicted-of-cocaine-trafficking-in-michigan/United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement has detained a 67 year old Nigerian man convicted of cocaine trafficking at a processing facility in Baldwin, Michigan, according to a December 5 statement from the Department of Homeland Security. Aderemi Joe Akefe is being held at the ICE North Lake Processing Facility alongside other individuals with criminal […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-detains-nigerian-man-convicted-of-cocaine-trafficking-in-michigan/

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13 h. ago Nhyira FM’s Sokoban Fatilow leads community fitness walk and free medical screening

Kumasi-based sports presenter Sokoban Fatilow has mobilised hundreds of residents in the Sokoban township for a fitness walk and free medical screening, demonstrating how sports can be leveraged for community development. Speaking during the event, Fatilow emphasised the broader purpose behind the initiative. “As a sports broadcaster, I believe sports go beyond commentary; it is about driving impact, empowering lives, and ensuring our people stay strong and healthy,” he said.

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13 h. ago Analyst Questions Secrecy Around Government WhatsApp Platform With Journalists

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/analyst-questions-secrecy-around-government-whatsapp-platform-with-journalists/Dr. Joshua Zaato has raised concerns about a government-initiated WhatsApp platform that reportedly includes journalists, civil society actors, and officials from key accountability institutions, questioning the lack of transparency surrounding its creation and membership. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Monday, 8 December 2025, the governance and public policy analyst from the University of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/analyst-questions-secrecy-around-government-whatsapp-platform-with-journalists/

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13 h. ago Ho Teaching Hospital Opens Meditation Garden for Wellness Tourism

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ho-teaching-hospital-opens-meditation-garden-for-wellness-tourism/Ho Teaching Hospital has commissioned a Meditation Garden and Music Therapy Studio at its Kpogadzi annex, marking a significant expansion of its medical tourism initiative focused on mental and emotional wellness. The facility, located along the Ho-Kpetoe road, opened with a ceremony attended by diplomatic representatives from Guinea, Togo, and Nigeria. The new wellness center […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ho-teaching-hospital-opens-meditation-garden-for-wellness-tourism/

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13 h. ago Africa Green Economy Summit Unveils 30 Investment Ready Projects

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-green-economy-summit-unveils-30-investment-ready-projects/Africa is set to showcase nearly 30 pioneering green economy projects at the 2026 Africa Green Economy Summit, representing a carefully vetted pipeline of investment opportunities across energy, agriculture, transport, water and climate technology sectors. The initiatives, selected from over 100 applications by leading investors, promise to deliver cutting edge solutions capable of attracting significant […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-green-economy-summit-unveils-30-investment-ready-projects/

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