1 hour ago Star Oil launches investigation into Asukawkaw fuel tanker accident

Star Oil Ltd has commenced an internal inquiry into a fatal accident involving one of its Bulk Road Vehicles (BRVs) near Asukawkaw in the Oti Region on Thursday, August 14.

Events

3 h. ago Accra’s housing dilemma: Uncovering the hidden costs of apartment vs. house living

The choice between renting an apartment and buying a house is a major financial decision for anyone, anywhere.

Society

6 h. ago US judge blocks Trump religious exemption to birth control coverage

A U.S. judge on Wednesday struck down rules adopted during President Donald Trump's first term that exempted employers with religious or moral objections from having to provide workers with insurance coverage for birth control.

Politics

18 h. ago Putin Hails Trump’s Ukraine Efforts, Eyes Nuclear Deal at Alaska Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Donald Trump’s “energetic and sincere” push to end the Ukraine war while suggesting a potential breakthrough on nuclear arms control ahead of their high-stakes Alaska summit. The remarks signal a diplomatic thaw even as both nations maneuver cautiously around deep-seated tensions. “The current American administration is making quite energetic efforts […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/putin-hails-trumps-ukraine-efforts-eyes-nuclear-deal-at-alaska-summit/

Politics

27 h. ago Ghana’s US$2 Billion Palm Oil Shift Hinges on Smart Growth, Warns Industry Leader

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us2-billion-palm-oil-shift-hinges-on-smart-growth-warns-industry-leader/Ghana’s ambitious plan to slash its $2 billion annual palm oil import bill faces significant hurdles without deeper research, targeted innovation, and a clear market strategy, according to the head of the country’s agribusiness chamber. Anthony Morrison, CEO of the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana, supports the government’s goal but cautions that merely expanding farmland won’t […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us2-billion-palm-oil-shift-hinges-on-smart-growth-warns-industry-leader/

Events

30 h. ago Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1bn over Epstein claim

First Lady Melania Trump has threatened to sue Hunter Biden for more than $1bn after he claimed she was introduced to her husband by sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Politics

35 h. ago European leaders tentatively hopeful after call with Trump ahead of Putin summit

European leaders appeared cautiously optimistic after holding a virtual meeting with Donald Trump on Wednesday, two days before he meets his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

Politics

36 h. ago Technip Energies Backs MSGBC Energy Conference as Regional Projects Advance

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/technip-energies-backs-msgbc-energy-conference-as-regional-projects-advance/Technip Energies will serve as a Gold Sponsor at December’s MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference in Dakar, reinforcing its commitment to West Africa’s energy sector. The event, supported by Senegal’s Energy Ministry, Petrosen, COS-Petrogaz, and the African Energy Chamber, aims to foster partnerships under the theme “Energy, Petroleum and Mining in Africa: Synergy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/technip-energies-backs-msgbc-energy-conference-as-regional-projects-advance/

Politics

36 h. ago Shell’s South Africa Drilling Faces Court Test Amid Energy Security Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shells-south-africa-drilling-faces-court-test-amid-energy-security-push/A legal challenge now threatens Shell’s plans to explore for oil and gas off South Africa’s west coast, even as the country grapples with severe energy import dependence. Environmental groups and coastal communities have lodged a court appeal against the environmental authorization granted to Shell, permitting it to drill up to five deepwater wells in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/shells-south-africa-drilling-faces-court-test-amid-energy-security-push/

Events

43 h. ago Money Expo India Returns to Mumbai as Finance Hub Accelerates

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/money-expo-india-returns-to-mumbai-as-finance-hub-accelerates/Mumbai prepares to host the fourth Money Expo India on 23–24 August 2025, cementing its status as the country’s premier finance and investment gathering. The event at Jio World Convention Centre will convene over 10,000 attendees, 100+ exhibitors, and 80+ speakers spanning brokerage, fintech, crypto, and regulatory sectors. Now a cornerstone of India’s financial calendar, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/money-expo-india-returns-to-mumbai-as-finance-hub-accelerates/

Economics

45 h. ago Google Lets Users Prioritize Favorite News Outlets in Search Results

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/google-lets-users-prioritize-favorite-news-outlets-in-search-results/Google is expanding its “Preferred Sources” feature to all users in the U.S. and India, enabling personalized control over the Top Stories section in search results. English-language searchers can now tap a star icon next to headlines to prioritize content from specific publishers like The New York Times or The Times of India. Once selected, a dedicated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/google-lets-users-prioritize-favorite-news-outlets-in-search-results/

Politics

48 h. ago Summon Finance Minister, Governor over contradictory Gold for Oil reports

The Institute for Economic Research, Policy, and Practice (IERPP) has called on Parliament to haul the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana to Parliament to explain conflicting official statements they have given over the Gold for Oil programme.

Politics

52 h. ago US deficit grows to $291bn in July despite tariff revenue surge

 The U.S. government's budget deficit grew nearly 20% in July to $291 billion despite a nearly $21 billion jump in customs duty collections from President Donald Trump's tariffs, with outlays growing faster than receipts, the Treasury Department said on Tuesday.

Politics

53 h. ago Judge orders Trump administration to restore part of UCLA’s suspended funding

A U.S. judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump's administration to restore a part of the federal grant funding that it recently suspended for the University of California, Los Angeles.

Politics

2 d. ago Gold Retreats as Geopolitical Fears Ease, Trade Truce Extends

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gold-retreats-as-geopolitical-fears-ease-trade-truce-extends/Gold prices fell sharply yesterday, dipping below $3,400 per ounce as fading global risks weakened safe-haven demand. The decline follows a sustained rally driven by months of geopolitical tension and trade uncertainty. In a key development, the U.S. and China agreed to extend their tariff pause for 90 additional hours, averting a deadline escalation. Former […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gold-retreats-as-geopolitical-fears-ease-trade-truce-extends/

Politics

3 d. ago Saltpond Native Pushes for University College to Revive Hometown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/saltpond-native-pushes-for-university-college-to-revive-hometown/Osagyefo Ernest De-Graft Egyir, founder of the Mfantseman-Saltpond Development Alliance (MSDA), has vowed to spearhead efforts establishing Saltpond’s first university college. The initiative aims to tackle youth unemployment and reverse neglect in the coastal Central Region town, famed for hosting Ghana’s first oil rig, post office, and political party office yet lacking industrial development. Speaking […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/saltpond-native-pushes-for-university-college-to-revive-hometown/

Politics

3 d. ago Trump Picks Heritage Economist to Head Labor Stats Agency After Ousting Criticized Chief

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-picks-heritage-economist-to-head-labor-stats-agency-after-ousting-criticized-chief/President Donald Trump has nominated conservative economist EJ Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, replacing former Commissioner Erika McEntarfer whom he fired earlier this month. Antoni, a federal budget analyst at the Heritage Foundation, requires Senate confirmation for the role. Trump announced the selection on Truth Social, stating Antoni would “ensure that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-picks-heritage-economist-to-head-labor-stats-agency-after-ousting-criticized-chief/

Politics

3 d. ago Trump Picks Heritage Economist to Head Labor Statistics Agency After Ousting Criticized Chief

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-picks-heritage-economist-to-head-labor-statistics-agency-after-ousting-criticized-chief/President Donald Trump has nominated conservative economist EJ Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, replacing former Commissioner Erika McEntarfer whom he fired earlier this month. Antoni, a federal budget analyst at the Heritage Foundation, requires Senate confirmation for the role. Trump announced the selection on Truth Social, stating Antoni would “ensure that the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-picks-heritage-economist-to-head-labor-statistics-agency-after-ousting-criticized-chief/

Politics

3 d. ago US and China extend trade truce deadline to avoid tariffs hike

The US and China have extended their trade truce until 10 November, just hours before a jump in tariffs had been set to take effect.

Events

3 d. ago Trump, Putin Set for Landmark Alaska Talks Amid Ukraine Focus

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-putin-set-for-landmark-alaska-talks-amid-ukraine-focus/President Donald Trump welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin to Alaska on Friday, marking the first visit by a Kremlin leader to the U.S. in nearly a decade. The remote state, separated from Russia by the narrow Bering Strait, offers symbolic and practical weight for the high-stakes meeting. Russian officials openly championed the location, emphasizing the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-putin-set-for-landmark-alaska-talks-amid-ukraine-focus/

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