3 h. ago Trump criticises Democrat he pardoned over not switching political parties

Donald Trump has slammed Democrat Henry Cuellar's "lack of loyalty" for not defecting to the Republican Party after he was pardoned by the US president.

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4 h. ago Trump set to unveil $12bn farm aid package, Bloomberg News says

The United States is set to unveil a long-awaited farm aid package on Monday, offering assistance of $12 billion to farmers hit by low crop prices and tariff policies, Bloomberg News said on Sunday.

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39 h. ago Ras Mubarak And Borderless Africa Tour: Progress, Purpose, Personality

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ras-mubarak-and-borderless-africa-tour-progress-purpose-personality/Abstract In August 2025, Ghanaian politician and Pan‑African advocate Ras Mubarak embarked on an unprecedented 163‑day, 40,000‑kilometre road expedition across 39 African countries. The initiative—known as the Trans Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign—seeks to accelerate the movement toward a visa‑free African continent by 2030. This report examines the progress of the tour to date, its […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ras-mubarak-and-borderless-africa-tour-progress-purpose-personality/

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44 h. ago Trump Receives Inaugural FIFA Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-receives-inaugural-fifa-peace-prize-at-2026-world-cup-draw/United States President Donald Trump received the first FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington on Friday, an award created by football’s governing body to recognize individuals who promote global peace and unity through exceptional actions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the honour onstage at the John F. Kennedy Centre […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-receives-inaugural-fifa-peace-prize-at-2026-world-cup-draw/

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60 h. ago FIFA gives President Donald Trump a peace prize at 2026 World Cup draw

President Donald Trump was awarded the new FIFA Peace Prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw, giving the soccer spectacle to set matchups for the quadrennial tournament even more of a Trumpian flair. Trump, who has openly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize, had been heavily favoured to win the newly created FIFA […]

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61 h. ago ECOWAS mediation and security council holds 43rd Ambassadorial

The 43rd Meeting of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council (MSC) at the Ambassadorial level was held on Thursday at the ECOWAS Commission Headquarters in Abuja, bringing together Permanent Representatives of Member States, Directors of the Commission, and officials from the Political Affairs, Peace and Security, and Early Warning Directorates.

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65 h. ago ECOWAS Permanent Representatives Committee Holds 4th Meeting In Abuja

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-permanent-representatives-committee-holds-4th-meeting-in-abuja/The Permanent Representatives Committee (PRC) of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened its fourth meeting on Monday, 1 December 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria. The session was chaired by H.E. Julius Sandy, High Commissioner of Sierra Leone to Nigeria and ECOWAS, representing the current Chair of the Authority of Heads of State and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ecowas-permanent-representatives-committee-holds-4th-meeting-in-abuja/

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2 d. ago Farmers’ day losing meaning without real reform — GAWU Warns

The General Agricultural Workers’ Union (GAWU) of the Trades Union Congress has marked the 2025 Farmers’ Day celebration with a renewed call for the establishment of a Ghana Agricultural Service, insisting that the annual commemoration risks losing its meaning without a permanent professional structure to anchor agricultural development.

Events

3 d. ago Was Prince Harry referencing Trump in joke for Late Show sketch?

The Duke of Sussex appeared to joke about US President Donald Trump in an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

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3 d. ago AFCON 2025: Angola coach accuses FIFA of undervaluing tournament with seven

Angola head coach Patrice Beaumelle has criticised FIFA for allowing football clubs to retain players from countries that have qualified for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) until 7 days before the start of the tournament. Beaumelle made the comments in response to FIFA’s announcement on Wednesday, which essentially sets aside the previous convention that […]

Sport

3 d. ago Ghana Scores Highly on Infrastructure Transparency Assessment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-scores-highly-on-infrastructure-transparency-assessment/Ghana achieved a national Infrastructure Transparency Index (ITI) score of 85.76 percent, marking a significant improvement of more than 14 points compared to the 2021 subnational pilot in the Western Region. The result places Ghana ahead of countries like Uganda and El Salvador while highlighting room for further progress when compared to global frontrunners. Minister […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-scores-highly-on-infrastructure-transparency-assessment/

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3 d. ago Financial Advisory Chief Argues Fed Should Continue Rate Cuts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/A prominent financial services executive has outlined why the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) should maintain its policy of reducing interest rates, citing weakening economic momentum and diminishing inflation threats despite the central bank’s recent signals of caution. Nigel Green, who leads deVere Group, a global financial advisory firm with operations spanning over 100 countries, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-advisory-chief-argues-fed-should-continue-rate-cuts/

Economics

3 d. ago Developing Countries Face Historic Debt Drain, World Bank Reports

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/developing-countries-face-historic-debt-drain-world-bank-reports/Developing countries paid out $741 billion more in principal and interest on their external debt than they received in new financing between 2022 and 2024, representing the largest gap in at least 50 years, according to the World Bank’s latest International Debt Report released Wednesday. The stark finding underscores mounting financial pressures facing the world’s […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/developing-countries-face-historic-debt-drain-world-bank-reports/

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4 d. ago Africa must lead the global clean energy revolution — Energy Minister Jinapor declares at REFA 2025

Addressing policymakers and investors at REFA 2025 in Accra, Energy and Green Transition Minister John Abdulai Jinapor urged African countries to seize the moment and lead the global shift towards clean energy.

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4 d. ago Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery case

US President Donald Trump has said he will pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar, who was charged last year with accepting around $600,000 (£478,000) in bribes.

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4 d. ago Trump administration to roll back fuel economy rules set under Biden

The US is set to loosen its fuel economy rules, reversing another Biden-era policy that had been expected to lead to increased take-up of electric cars.

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4 d. ago Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H

The Trump administration on Wednesday announced increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, with an internal State Department memo saying that anyone involved in "censorship" of free speech should be considered for rejection.

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4 d. ago Lands minister confirms 5% lithium royalty, cabinet to approve comprehensive guidelines

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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4 d. ago Gov’t introduces sliding royalty system to boost Ghana’s gains when lithium prices surge

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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5 d. ago Kremlin signals no Ukraine breakthrough after Putin talks with US

Five hours of talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump's senior negotiator appear to have failed to produce a breakthrough on securing a Ukraine peace deal.

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