98 m. 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.

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7 h. ago Ghana Police Arrest Social Media Figure in Weapons Crackdown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-police-arrest-social-media-figure-in-weapons-crackdown/Ghanaian authorities have detained social media personality Daniel Adomako, known online as “Sir Obama Pokuase,” following an intelligence-led operation targeting illegal weapons possession. The arrest comes after weeks of investigation into videos showing individuals brandishing sophisticated firearms, which Adomako allegedly circulated on his platforms. Assistant Commissioner Grace Ansah-Akrofi confirmed security forces recovered “a substantial number” […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-police-arrest-social-media-figure-in-weapons-crackdown/

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9 h. ago Digital Watchdogs Trained to Shield Journalists from Online Abuse

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-watchdogs-trained-to-shield-journalists-from-online-abuse/iWatch Africa has launched a pioneering initiative to combat digital harassment targeting journalists, training a new monitoring team to track threats across Ghana’s social media landscape. The Online Safety Monitoring Programme equips participants with tools to document abuse in real time using DisinfoEye, a custom-built platform analyzing attacks on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Over […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-watchdogs-trained-to-shield-journalists-from-online-abuse/

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34 h. ago US Embassy deepens media engagement with PRINPAG, clarifies policy changes

The United States (US) Embassy in Ghana is stepping up its media outreach efforts, seeking stronger ties with the country’s private press and offering clarity on evolving U.S. policies, particularly in the areas of diplomacy, trade, and visa regulations. During a working visit to the National Secretariat of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers […]

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35 h. ago BCM Ghana Refutes Angela List’s Claims Over Spintex Workshop Incident

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bcm-ghana-refutes-angela-lists-claims-over-spintex-workshop-incident/BCM Ghana Limited has dismissed as false recent online publications by businesswoman Angela List denying involvement in an alleged land guard attack on the company’s Spintex workshop. The company says contrary to her claims that the incident was a lawful police operation based on a court order, the attack was carried out by armed land […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bcm-ghana-refutes-angela-lists-claims-over-spintex-workshop-incident/

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35 h. ago Ghana Minister Weighed Internet Shutdown to Block Crash Videos

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-minister-weighed-internet-shutdown-to-block-crash-videos/Ghana’s Communications Minister Sam George revealed he nearly ordered a nationwide internet blackout to stop the spread of graphic videos from last week’s fatal helicopter crash. In a candid interview with Joy FM, George described grappling with the “horrific” footage circulating on WhatsApp before victims’ families were notified. “The mental health of spouses and children […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-minister-weighed-internet-shutdown-to-block-crash-videos/

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39 h. ago Austria Eyes Ghana’s Education Disruptor in Bid to Foster African Talent

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/austria-eyes-ghanas-education-disruptor-in-bid-to-foster-african-talent/Accra’s Academic City University welcomed Austrian Ambassador Jürgen Heissel this week, signaling potential partnerships to reshape higher education in Africa. The visit spotlighted Ghana’s push for innovation-driven learning as the envoy toured labs and discussed entrepreneurial training with university leadership. President Fred McBagonluri underscored Academic City’s mission to cultivate “job creators, not job seekers,” citing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/austria-eyes-ghanas-education-disruptor-in-bid-to-foster-african-talent/

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42 h. ago I almost shut down Ghana’s internet over horrific helicopter crash videos – Sam George

Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sam Nartey George, has revealed that he nearly ordered a nationwide internet shutdown to halt the circulation of disturbing videos following the August 6 helicopter crash. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr George described the period as a “mixed experience”, praising the swift cooperation of telecom […]

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46 h. ago Ghana’s Coding Ambitions Face Global Tech Squeeze and AI Disruption

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-coding-ambitions-face-global-tech-squeeze-and-ai-disruption/Ghana’s push to train one million programmers confronts a harsh new reality: the global tech job market that once inspired such initiatives is rapidly contracting. Promises of guaranteed high-paying careers through coding now clash with mass layoffs at major firms and artificial intelligence automating entry-level work. As computer science graduates in the United States face […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-coding-ambitions-face-global-tech-squeeze-and-ai-disruption/

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46 h. ago Make our Hansard easily accessible online – Parliamentary leadership

The leadership of Parliament in Ghana has proposed that the Hansard, which is a verbatim report of debates in Parliament, should be made available online.

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62 h. ago ‘Let us not forget the power of God’ – Bagbin urges faith amid grief

Founder of the OKB Hope Foundation and passionate health advocate, Osei Kwadwo Boateng, has been named one of the winners of the 2025 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards, taking home the $100,000 Waislitz Choice Award.

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62 h. ago The internet does not forget: Why job seekers must guard their online reputation

In today’s hyperconnected world, the boundaries between personal and professional lives are increasingly blurred.

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69 h. ago National loss, personal pain: The families we must not forget

Ghana is reeling from the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of two ministers and six others last Wednesday. As flags fly at half-mast and tributes pour in, a deeper question lingers: what becomes of the families, especially the children left behind when the mourning fades?

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3 d. ago ‘A game I’ll never forget’ – De Gea on ’emotional’ Old Trafford return

It is two summers since De Gea was unceremoniously dumped by United after 545 appearances - putting him seventh on the club's all-time list - as then-manager Erik ten Hag opted to pay £47.2m to Inter Milan for Andre Onana.

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4 d. ago Nsambya Furniture Workshop Carves National Reputation from Ugandan Craftsmanship

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nsambya-furniture-workshop-carves-national-reputation-from-ugandan-craftsmanship/Nsambya Furniture Workshop has cemented its status as one of Uganda’s most trusted custom furniture makers, blending traditional woodworking with contemporary design from its Kampala base. The legally registered business serves homes, offices, hotels, and outdoor spaces nationwide, earning recognition for durable, handcrafted pieces that balance functionality and aesthetic appeal. Media features and industry awards […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nsambya-furniture-workshop-carves-national-reputation-from-ugandan-craftsmanship/

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4 d. ago Helicopter crash: It will take a long while to forget or heal these scars – Julius Debrah

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah says the nation will bear the emotional wounds of the August 6 military helicopter crash for a long time, as Ghanaians continue to grapple with the loss of eight prominent citizens.

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4 d. ago Helicopter crash: It will take a long while to forget or heal these scars – Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah says the nation will bear the emotional wounds of the August 6 military helicopter crash for a long time, as Ghanaians continue to grapple with the loss of eight prominent citizens.

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5 d. ago Tribute from CUTS International:  “These Men Are Worth Our Tears”

 “In our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God.”-Greek poet Aeschylus There are moments in life when loss and tragedy cannot be fully expressed in words. Their meaning is carried instead by the silent […]

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5 d. ago Your skill gets you in, your attitude keeps you there – GetBundi founder fires up youths for job market

Osita Oparaugo, the visionary behind GetBundi Education Technology and Doballi, has made a rallying call to 3,000 Ghanaian youth embarking on a transformative training programme in customer service and virtual administration.

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6 d. ago MTN Ghana Mourns Helicopter Crash Victims, Urges Responsible Online Sharing

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-urges-responsible-online-sharing/MTN Ghana has expressed profound sorrow following the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight prominent individuals, including Ghana’s Minister for Defence and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation. In an official statement issued on Wednesday, MTN Ghana extended heartfelt condolences to the President of the Republic, the Government of Ghana, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-mourns-helicopter-crash-victims-urges-responsible-online-sharing/

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