83 m. ago I don’t see the value in it – Kojo Asante on prophecy directive

Director of Advocacy and Policy Engagement at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr Kojo Asante, has questioned the relevance of the new directive requiring that prophecies involving national leaders and security be formally submitted for review.

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3 h. ago Mahama gov’t has taken steps to end menace; state of emergency will be declared when necessary – Fuseini Inusah

Former Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Inusah Fuseini, has stated that the Mahama administration has already taken significant steps to address the menace of illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

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5 h. ago Nigerian Telecom Giant Glo Cuts International Call Rates to 15+ Destinations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-telecom-giant-glo-cuts-international-call-rates-to-15-destinations/Nigerian telecommunications provider Globacom (Glo) has significantly reduced international call charges for its customers, targeting over 15 key countries including Ghana. The new International Direct Dialling (IDD) rates took effect on August 10th, offering lower costs for calls to popular destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Calls to the United States now […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-telecom-giant-glo-cuts-international-call-rates-to-15-destinations/

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5 h. ago World Shea Expo 2025: Unlocking the future of women and youth

This September, Tamale, the capital of the Northern Region, will host an international gathering set to transform one of West Africa’s most culturally significant and economically promising industries, the shea butter.

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6 h. ago Ghana Think Tank Urges Emergency Overhaul for Bleeding State Firms

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-think-tank-urges-emergency-overhaul-for-bleeding-state-firms/Ghana’s struggling State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) require immediate, disciplined intervention to avoid systemic collapse, policy think tank IMANI Africa warns. Despite controlling vital national resources, entities like Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) and Cocoa Processing Company (CPC) hemorrhage cash annually, sapping state coffers and threatening fiscal stability. The World Bank’s latest economic update singled out SOEs […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-think-tank-urges-emergency-overhaul-for-bleeding-state-firms/

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7 h. ago Disinflation accelerates as cedi rebounds – World Bank Group

Ghana has successfully resumed its disinflationary path in 2025, with a significant decline in headline inflation driven by a tight monetary policy, a stronger currency, and improved macroeconomic conditions.

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11 h. ago GaDangme Association Honors Fallen Officials in Washington Embassy Tribute

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gadangme-association-honors-fallen-officials-in-washington-embassy-tribute/The GaDangme Association of Washington DC signed a condolence book at Ghana’s embassy this week, joining a nation in mourning eight officials killed in a military helicopter crash. Chairwoman Rowina Naa Odarkai Lamptey Moses led the delegation, penning heartfelt tributes to Defense Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Alhaji Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gadangme-association-honors-fallen-officials-in-washington-embassy-tribute/

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11 h. ago Ghana Grapples with Quality Jobs Crisis as Only 13% of Workers Secure Good Positions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-grapples-with-quality-jobs-crisis-as-only-13-of-workers-secure-good-positions/Ghana’s workforce faces a stark reality: 87% of workers cling to low-quality jobs that barely sustain them, while just 13% hold positions offering fair pay, stability, and skills matching. This sobering data, from the World Bank’s 9th Ghana Economic Update, exposes a critical mismatch between education and opportunity, leaving graduates disillusioned and human capital wasted. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-grapples-with-quality-jobs-crisis-as-only-13-of-workers-secure-good-positions/

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11 h. ago Ghana Farmers Demand Mandatory Training to Lift Agriculture Standards

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-farmers-demand-mandatory-training-to-lift-agriculture-standards/Ghana’s Concerned Farmers Association is pushing for a nationwide licensing system that would require formal training and certification before anyone can operate a farm. The group argues treating agriculture as a regulated profession is essential to curb dangerous practices, protect public health, and secure Ghana’s position in global food markets. Unregulated pesticide use and outdated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-farmers-demand-mandatory-training-to-lift-agriculture-standards/

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11 h. ago Africa50 Stakeholders Target US$7 Trillion Market with Mozambique Infrastructure Push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa50-stakeholders-target-us7-trillion-market-with-mozambique-infrastructure-push/Maputo hosted Africa50’s 2025 General Shareholders Meeting, where leaders sealed three strategic deals to accelerate the continent’s infrastructure revolution. Mozambique President Daniel Chapo positioned his nation as Southern Africa’s energy and logistics gateway, urging deeper public-private collaboration to leverage the country’s resources. High-voltage electricity transmission took center stage. Africa50 and Mozambique’s EDM signed an agreement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa50-stakeholders-target-us7-trillion-market-with-mozambique-infrastructure-push/

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12 h. ago Homebuyer Regrets Surge: 82% Face Costly Pitfalls After Purchase

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/homebuyer-regrets-surge-82-face-costly-pitfalls-after-purchase/Despite homeownership remaining a top aspiration, over 82% of 2024 buyers report significant regrets, reveals a Highland Cabinetry analysis. Experts pinpoint five critical missteps from hidden costs to location woes turning dream homes into financial stressors. 1. Renovation Budgets Explode Nearly half of homeowners (48%) face higher-than-expected purchasing costs, while 78% blow renovation budgets—44% by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/homebuyer-regrets-surge-82-face-costly-pitfalls-after-purchase/

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13 h. ago UAE Markets Mixed as Dubai Gains, Abu Dhabi Slips Amid Oil Volatility

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/uae-markets-mixed-as-dubai-gains-abu-dhabi-slips-amid-oil-volatility/Dubai’s stock market edged higher today, lifted by materials, financials, and industrials, though it remains on track for a slightly negative weekly close. Traze MENA Managing Director Osama Al Saifi notes the market may consolidate but could rebound if risk appetite strengthens. In Abu Dhabi, stocks dipped marginally as Q2 earnings season concludes, signaling limited […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/uae-markets-mixed-as-dubai-gains-abu-dhabi-slips-amid-oil-volatility/

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14 h. ago Ghana Project Experts Demand Overhaul to Stop Waste and Boost Trust

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-project-experts-demand-overhaul-to-stop-waste-and-boost-trust/Project management leaders have issued a stark call for Ghana to fundamentally reform how national initiatives are executed, demanding an end to abandoned projects and partisan interference. Their 10-point resolution, unveiled at the 2025 National Project Management Conference, centers on a “Finish-to-Start” policy requiring stalled projects to be completed before new ones begin. A proposed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-project-experts-demand-overhaul-to-stop-waste-and-boost-trust/

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14 h. ago Africa Charts Infrastructure Future at Landmark Luanda Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-charts-infrastructure-future-at-landmark-luanda-summit/Angola will host a pivotal infrastructure financing summit in October, signaling Africa’s push to redefine its development model through self-reliance and diversified partnerships. The October 23–24 event, organized by the African Union and Angolan government, aims to close the continent’s $90 billion annual infrastructure funding gap by mobilizing global capital beyond traditional aid frameworks. Unlike […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-charts-infrastructure-future-at-landmark-luanda-summit/

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14 h. ago World Bank Warns Mounting Debt Threatens Ghana’s Cocoa Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-warns-mounting-debt-threatens-ghanas-cocoa-sector/The World Bank has raised urgent concerns over the Ghana Cocoa Board’s (COCOBOD) financial stability, warning that rising debt and operational inefficiencies could destabilize the country’s vital cocoa industry. Despite soaring global cocoa prices, Ghana’s production remains low, with COCOBOD struggling under significant arrears to suppliers and costly “quasi-fiscal operations” outside its core mandate. In […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-warns-mounting-debt-threatens-ghanas-cocoa-sector/

Events

14 h. ago US Sprinter Fred Kerley Suspended Over Doping Test Violations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-sprinter-fred-kerley-suspended-over-doping-test-violations/World champion sprinter Fred Kerley faces a potential two-year ban after being provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for missing three doping tests. The 30-year-old American—holder of Olympic 100m silver (2021) and bronze (2024) medals and 2022 world title—violated anti-doping “whereabouts” rules requiring athletes to declare locations for unannounced testing. Kerley has vowed […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/us-sprinter-fred-kerley-suspended-over-doping-test-violations/

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14 h. ago Ghana Car Rentals Shift to Local Vehicles Through Landmark Deal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-car-rentals-shift-to-local-vehicles-through-landmark-deal/Ghana’s car rental industry is set for a significant boost through a new strategic partnership. The Car Rental Association of Ghana (CRAG) has signed a landmark agreement with local automaker Kantanka Automobile Company Limited and parts supplier Agyeo Barima Enterprise, aiming to modernize fleets with Ghanaian-made vehicles and components. Under the deal, CRAG members gain […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-car-rentals-shift-to-local-vehicles-through-landmark-deal/

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15 h. ago Beyond Bounds: KNUST fashion graduates redefine style at 2025 show

Final-year fashion students from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi have unveiled a collection of designs at the 2025 Graduate Exhibition and Fashion Show, held under the theme Meta-Oria, meaning “beyond bounds.” The event, organised by the Department of Industrial Art, featured a runway presentation and sales exhibition, showcasing work that blended artistic innovation with market-ready design. Styles ranged from contemporary streetwear to formal office attire.

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15 h. ago Ghana Urged to Double Tech Funding and Offer Tax Breaks in 2026 Budget

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-double-tech-funding-and-offer-tax-breaks-in-2026-budget/A leading tech expert is pushing Ghana to dramatically increase its innovation spending and introduce new tax incentives in next year’s budget. Dr. Eugene Frimpong, a data and AI specialist, argues the country should allocate at least 1.5% of GDP to technology—more than double the current 0.6%. Ghana’s present investment falls short of Africa’s 0.8% […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-double-tech-funding-and-offer-tax-breaks-in-2026-budget/

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21 h. ago Gov’t slaps DStv with GH¢10,000 daily fine over pricing data delay

The Communication Minister has begun imposing a statutory fine of GH¢10,000 per day on MultiChoice Ghana (DSTV) for failing to submit critical pricing data requested under the Electronic Communications Act (ECA).

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