28 h. ago MTN Chief Champions Digital Skills Push as Africa Subscriber Base Nears 300 Million

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-chief-champions-digital-skills-push-as-africa-subscriber-base-nears-300-million/MTN Group’s chief executive has called for stronger regulatory frameworks and enhanced cyber resilience across Africa, as the telecommunications giant reported subscriber growth approaching 300 million users continent-wide. Ralph Mupita emphasized youth digital skills development during his latest Ghana visit, positioning education and cybersecurity as critical foundations for Africa’s technological advancement. Speaking at the Bright […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-chief-champions-digital-skills-push-as-africa-subscriber-base-nears-300-million/

Economics

28 h. ago Ghana grapples with marine plastic menace as stakeholders push for policy overhaul and roadmap to biodegradables

Leading research institutes have sounded a clarion call for a cohesive national strategy to tackle Ghana’s escalating plastic pollution crisis, which is severely damaging marine ecosystems and livelihoods.

Events

2 d. ago Ghana Mining Industry Resists Government Push to Halve Lease Terms

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-industry-resists-government-push-to-halve-lease-terms/Ghana’s mining industry has intensified opposition to proposed legislation reducing mining lease tenure from 30 to 15 years, warning the changes could undermine billions of dollars in long-term investment commitments. The Ghana Chamber of Mines has launched urgent advocacy against government reforms targeting the Minerals and Mining Act, arguing that reduced lease periods will curtail […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-industry-resists-government-push-to-halve-lease-terms/

Politics

2 d. ago Ghana’s Financial NGOs Push Bank of Ghana for Tiered Microfinance Oversight

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-financial-ngos-push-bank-of-ghana-for-tiered-microfinance-oversight/Financial NGOs have intensified calls for the Bank of Ghana to implement differentiated regulatory frameworks that align supervision intensity with institutional capacity, while maintaining current GHS 300,000 minimum capital requirements. The Ghana Association of Financial NGOs presented its case during the organization’s 8th Annual General Meeting, arguing that uniform regulatory approaches impose disproportionate compliance burdens […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-financial-ngos-push-bank-of-ghana-for-tiered-microfinance-oversight/

Politics

3 d. ago Ghana Secures US$1 Billion in Asian Investment During Mahama’s Diplomatic Tours

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-secures-us1-billion-in-asian-investment-during-mahamas-diplomatic-tours/President John Mahama has secured over $1 billion in investment commitments from Singapore and Japan during separate diplomatic visits that mark a renewed push to attract foreign capital to Ghana’s economy. The Ghanaian leader’s state visit to Singapore, the first by a Ghanaian president in the country’s history, yielded $1 billion in investment pledges across […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-secures-us1-billion-in-asian-investment-during-mahamas-diplomatic-tours/

Economics

4 d. ago Ghana Onion Farmers Push for Import Restrictions Amid Market Struggles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/Local onion farmers in Ghana’s Asante Akyem North District are demanding government intervention to regulate foreign imports that they claim are devastating domestic markets despite a strong local harvest. The farmers argue that despite producing sufficient onions to meet national demand this season, cheaper imports from Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Niger continue to dominate consumer […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-onion-farmers-push-for-import-restrictions-amid-market-struggles/

Politics

6 d. ago GCB Bank Eyes Direct TikTok Creator Payments in Ghana Partnership Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gcb-bank-eyes-direct-tiktok-creator-payments-in-ghana-partnership-push/Ghana Commercial Bank is positioning itself as a payment gateway for the country’s growing army of TikTok content creators, potentially eliminating costly middlemen that currently eat into their earnings. Bank officials met Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George on Monday to pitch a comprehensive payment framework that would allow creators to receive TikTok earnings directly through […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gcb-bank-eyes-direct-tiktok-creator-payments-in-ghana-partnership-push/

Politics

9 d. ago Ghana’s Dollar Pricing Ban Needs Teeth, Financial Executive Says

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-dollar-pricing-ban-needs-teeth-financial-executive-says/A prominent financial executive has criticized the Bank of Ghana’s renewed push against dollar pricing, arguing that without serious enforcement measures, the directive will fail like previous attempts. Bernard Osei Tutu, who leads Dusk Capital, told The High Street Journal that existing laws already prohibit businesses from pricing goods and services in U.S. dollars. The […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-dollar-pricing-ban-needs-teeth-financial-executive-says/

Politics

9 d. ago Cedi Weakness Set to Drive Fuel Price Surge Despite Global Oil Drop

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-weakness-set-to-drive-fuel-price-surge-despite-global-oil-drop/Ghana’s weakening currency threatens to push petroleum prices sharply higher from September, potentially derailing the country’s progress toward single-digit inflation by year-end. The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies projects petrol prices will climb between 3.86 and 5.40 percent, bringing the average cost per litre to around 13.67 cedis. Diesel faces a 3.39 percent increase to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-weakness-set-to-drive-fuel-price-surge-despite-global-oil-drop/

Politics

1 week ago Ghana insurance chief receives penetration report amid growth push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-insurance-chief-receives-penetration-report-amid-growth-push/Ghana’s acting Commissioner of Insurance has received recommendations aimed at boosting the country’s low insurance uptake, currently sitting at just 1% of economic output. Dr. Abiba Zakariah accepted the report from the Committee on Insurance Penetration at the National Insurance Commission headquarters in Accra, describing it as crucial for expanding coverage and rebuilding public trust […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-insurance-chief-receives-penetration-report-amid-growth-push/

Politics

1 week ago FirstBank Ghana hosts annual staff gathering amid culture transformation push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/firstbank-ghana-hosts-annual-staff-gathering-amid-culture-transformation-push/FirstBank Ghana will bring together employees from across its operations for the bank’s sixth annual staff engagement event on Saturday. The MD’s Roadshow represents the financial institution’s signature approach to internal communication and strategic alignment. The gathering serves multiple purposes beyond traditional corporate meetings. Staff from different branches and departments will participate in team sessions, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/firstbank-ghana-hosts-annual-staff-gathering-amid-culture-transformation-push/

Sport

1 week ago Ga Leaders Push for Language Recognition at Accra’s Key Sites

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ga-leaders-push-for-language-recognition-at-accras-key-sites/Ghana’s capital faces growing calls to include the indigenous Ga language alongside Twi greetings at major national landmarks, sparking debates about cultural representation and respect. The controversy centers on prominent locations like Kotoka International Airport, where “Akwaaba” – the widely recognized Twi welcome – greets millions of visitors annually. Ga-Adangme community members argue their equivalent […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ga-leaders-push-for-language-recognition-at-accras-key-sites/

Politics

1 week ago African Leaders Push for Major Data Investment to Drive Economic Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-push-for-major-data-investment-to-drive-economic-growth/International officials gathered in Accra this week called for massive new investments in Africa’s data infrastructure, warning that weak information systems are blocking the continent’s development progress. The appeal came during a high-level meeting preparing for Kenya’s 2026 Global Data Festival, where leaders from Ghana, Kenya, Colombia and the United Nations stressed that better data […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-push-for-major-data-investment-to-drive-economic-growth/

Politics

2 w. ago Experts Push for National Agroecology Policy to Reshape Ghana’s Farming

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/experts-push-for-national-agroecology-policy-to-reshape-ghanas-farming/Agricultural specialists are pressing the government to develop a comprehensive national agroecology policy, positioning it as crucial for sustainable farming and climate resilience across Ghana’s predominantly smallholder agricultural sector. The Centre for Indigenous Knowledge and Organizational Development hosted a national dialogue where experts reviewed recent research on farming practices and policy frameworks. Their findings revealed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/experts-push-for-national-agroecology-policy-to-reshape-ghanas-farming/

Events

2 w. ago Ghana’s Ambitious Infrastructure Plan Faces Funding Uncertainty

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-ambitious-infrastructure-plan-faces-funding-uncertainty/Ghana’s $10 billion Big Push infrastructure program may be at risk due to overreliance on oil and mineral revenues, according to a leading policy think tank. The Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy warns that without more stable financing, the ambitious road and connectivity project could stall. Benjamin Nsiah, executive director of CEMSE, says […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-ambitious-infrastructure-plan-faces-funding-uncertainty/

Politics

3 w. ago Ghana Revives National STEM Push with Teacher Training, Honors Late Minister

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-revives-national-stem-push-with-teacher-training-honors-late-minister/Ghana’s government has rebooted a stalled national STEM education project, pledging to equip 8,800 teachers and 4,400 schools with robotics, coding, and AI tools. Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu launched the initiative in Sunyani, declaring an end to “rote memorization” in favor of hands-on problem-solving. “We’re unlocking creativity from primary level,” he said, framing the revived […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-revives-national-stem-push-with-teacher-training-honors-late-minister/

Politics

3 w. ago Ghana Inaugurates New Energy Commission Board Amid Green Transition Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-inaugurates-new-energy-commission-board-amid-green-transition-push/Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor has sworn in a reconstituted Energy Commission board, tasking it with steering critical reforms in Ghana’s power sector. During the ceremony in Accra, Jinapor stressed the commission’s advisory role in advancing Ghana’s green transition and energy security. “Ghana stands at a pivotal stage,” Jinapor stated. He outlined urgent priorities: boosting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-inaugurates-new-energy-commission-board-amid-green-transition-push/

Events

3 w. ago Ghana and Lesotho Forge Alliance to Drive Africa’s Digital Transformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-lesotho-forge-alliance-to-drive-africas-digital-transformation/Ghana and Lesotho are spearheading a continental push to harness artificial intelligence and digital technologies, announcing joint initiatives to position Africa as a competitive force in the global tech landscape. The collaboration emerged from talks in Accra between Ghana’s Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George and Lesotho’s counterpart Nthati Moorosi, who warned that fragmented national approaches […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-lesotho-forge-alliance-to-drive-africas-digital-transformation/

Politics

3 w. ago Ghana Oil Regulator, National Firm Deepen Ties with New Data Pact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-oil-regulator-national-firm-deepen-ties-with-new-data-pact/Ghana’s push to unlock onshore energy potential gained momentum as the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and the Petroleum Commission (PC) signed a landmark agreement to jointly promote and monetize seismic data from the Voltaian Basin. The deal, formalized at GNPC’s Accra training center, establishes a framework for marketing 2D seismic and geochemical data while […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-oil-regulator-national-firm-deepen-ties-with-new-data-pact/

Politics

3 w. ago Ghana’s Sugar Revival Hinges on Three Fixes, Warns Think Tank

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-sugar-revival-hinges-on-three-fixes-warns-think-tank/Ghana’s latest push to restart the dormant Komenda Sugar Factory represents more than just reviving a single plant; it’s a critical test for the nation’s broader industrial ambitions. Policy think tank IMANI Africa sees this as a golden opportunity, but cautions that success hinges entirely on the government avoiding past mistakes. The factory, modernized with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-sugar-revival-hinges-on-three-fixes-warns-think-tank/

Events