2 h. ago Ghana Stock Market Inches Up as Banking and Telecom Stocks Lead

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-market-inches-up-as-banking-and-telecom-stocks-lead/Ghana’s equities market saw cautious gains Wednesday as the benchmark GSE Composite Index rose 31.35 points to close at 7,443.29, extending its year-to-date advance to 0.52%. Trading activity remained muted with just 589,225 shares changing hands, valued at GH¢2.2 million, though market capitalization edged up to GH¢151.46 billion. Banking stocks drove much of the momentum, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-stock-market-inches-up-as-banking-and-telecom-stocks-lead/

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6 h. ago GEPA to Lead Ghanaian Agribusiness Charge at Africa Trade Fair 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gepa-to-lead-ghanaian-agribusiness-charge-at-africa-trade-fair-2025/Ghana’s Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) will spearhead a delegation of over 50 agribusiness and agro-processing SMEs at the 2025 Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in Algeria, CEO Dr. Francis Kojo Kwarteng announced today. The move aims to leverage the event’s projected $44 billion trade deals to boost non-traditional exports under the African Continental Free Trade Area […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gepa-to-lead-ghanaian-agribusiness-charge-at-africa-trade-fair-2025/

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19 h. ago African Leaders Demand Inclusive Governance at Continental Summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-inclusive-governance-at-continental-summit/Political representatives from over 30 countries convened in Accra this week for the African Political Parties Summit, issuing a unified call for transformative inclusion in governance. The three-day gathering, which opened Tuesday, focused on redefining political parties to drive regional integration and equitable development. South Africa’s Special Envoy Jeff Radebe delivered a blistering critique of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-leaders-demand-inclusive-governance-at-continental-summit/

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24 h. ago Leadership Beyond Sorrow: Dr. Frank Amoakohene’s Unwavering Resolve in the Face of Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/leadership-beyond-sorrow-dr-frank-amoakohenes-unwavering-resolve-in-the-face-of-tragedy/Ghanaians are in awe of the young leader, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, for his exceptional leadership in the aftermath of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed eight lives, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah and Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed. Dr. Amoakohene’s crisis management skills, empathy, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/leadership-beyond-sorrow-dr-frank-amoakohenes-unwavering-resolve-in-the-face-of-tragedy/

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27 h. ago MTN Ghana Donates GH¢20,000 to Support 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a donation of GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers to support the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival in the Volta Region. The presentation, held at a brief but colourful ceremony, was led by Mawuli Katehena, Sales and Distribution Team […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Ike Dzokpo, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-donates-gh%c2%a220000-to-support-2025-mepe-afenorto-festival/

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30 h. ago Ghana To Shine At Osaka World Expo 2025: A LEAP Towards Global Innovation and Investment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-shine-at-osaka-world-expo-2025-a-leap-towards-global-innovation-and-investment/By Naa Korkoi Essah Head, PR Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations As the world converges in Osaka, Japan, for the highly anticipated World Expo 2025, Ghana is gearing up to make a significant impact on the global stage. The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), will lead […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-shine-at-osaka-world-expo-2025-a-leap-towards-global-innovation-and-investment/

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31 h. ago Ghana Business Leaders Push for Bold Investment Shift in 2026 Budget

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-leaders-push-for-bold-investment-shift-in-2026-budget/Ghana’s leading business association is urging the government to pivot from economic stabilization to aggressive growth through capital investments. The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) made the call following the Finance Ministry’s invitation for stakeholder input on the 2026–2029 budget framework. GNCCI President Stephane Miezan acknowledged the government’s “sterling” success in restoring […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-leaders-push-for-bold-investment-shift-in-2026-budget/

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31 h. ago Adidome Health Kiosk Launch: Dr Apetorgbor urges traditional leaders to drive community

Adidome, the capital of Central Tongu, witnessed an extraordinary moment of hope and community spirit as leaders and residents gathered to commission the town’s first Health Kiosk, a project designed to bring preventive healthcare directly to the people. For Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, Volta Region’s representative to the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and chairman […]

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36 h. ago Ghana Ministers Lead National Mourning for Crash Victims as Election Debate Intensifies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Okletey Terlarbi led a somber delegation to honor eight victims of the August 6 helicopter crash, visiting memorial sites across government institutions. At the Flagstaff House Ceremonial Gardens, Terlarbi accompanied by ministry directors praised the deceased as “gallant patriots” while signing condolence books at the Defence, Environment, and NADMO headquarters. The […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-ministers-lead-national-mourning-for-crash-victims-as-election-debate-intensifies/

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37 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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46 h. ago UG Lecturer Backs Education Requirement for Pastors Amid Prophecy Review Policy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ug-lecturer-backs-education-requirement-for-pastors-amid-prophecy-review-policy/A Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy, Dr. Harry Agbanu, has called for pastors and other religious leaders to have formal educational qualifications before beginning their ministry. Speaking on 3FM Sunrise on August 11, Dr. Agbanu argued that training would equip faith leaders to offer sound guidance to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ug-lecturer-backs-education-requirement-for-pastors-amid-prophecy-review-policy/

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46 h. ago Bagbin Urges Respect for Credible Prophecies After Deadly Helicopter Crash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bagbin-urges-respect-for-credible-prophecies-after-deadly-helicopter-crash/Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has called on Ghanaians to treat genuine prophecies from credible religious leaders with seriousness, warning against dismissing spiritual guidance that may have national implications. He made the remarks during a visit to the family of the late former Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Limuna Mohammed, who was buried […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bagbin-urges-respect-for-credible-prophecies-after-deadly-helicopter-crash/

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46 h. ago Ghana Urged to Seize AfCFTA Edge Ahead of Critical Trade Fair

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-seize-afcfta-edge-ahead-of-critical-trade-fair/Ghana’s business leaders are sounding the alarm: the nation isn’t capitalizing on hosting the AfCFTA headquarters. With the Intra-Africa Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algiers just months away, the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) met Algeria’s ambassador to push for a stronger export push. “There’s an opportunity situated in Ghana, and we’re […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-seize-afcfta-edge-ahead-of-critical-trade-fair/

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48 h. ago Methodist Leader Urges Prophecies That Heal After National Tragedy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/methodist-leader-urges-prophecies-that-heal-after-national-tragedy/Ghana’s former Methodist presiding bishop, the Most Reverend Dr. Paul Kwabena Boafo, has endorsed the presidency’s call for restraint in prophetic declarations following insensitive visions shared after last month’s fatal helicopter crash. Speaking on Asaase Radio Monday, the respected cleric stressed that true prophecy should comfort the grieving, not deepen their pain. “Some declarations are […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/methodist-leader-urges-prophecies-that-heal-after-national-tragedy/

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48 h. ago Ghana to Host Africa’s Top Public Finance Gathering in November

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-host-africas-top-public-finance-gathering-in-november/Accra will welcome over 2,000 public finance leaders this November as Ghana secures hosting rights for the African Association of Accountant-Generals’ (AAAG) flagship conference. From November 24–28, the continent’s financial stewards will converge under the theme “Africa of Tomorrow: Positioning Public Finance Management for Economic Prosperity” – aiming to overhaul how governments manage public funds across Africa. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-to-host-africas-top-public-finance-gathering-in-november/

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49 h. ago Media Licensing Would Strangle Free Speech, Warns Ghana Scholar

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/media-licensing-would-strangle-free-speech-warns-ghana-scholar/A leading media law expert has sounded the alarm over proposals to license journalists in Ghana, calling the idea a direct threat to constitutional freedoms. Dr. Zachariah Tanko Musa, a lecturer at the University of Media, Arts and Communication, argued on the Asaase Breakfast Show that such regulation would dangerously undermine freedom of expression a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/media-licensing-would-strangle-free-speech-warns-ghana-scholar/

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50 h. ago Residents of Mepe appeal for modern market and lorry station

Residents of Mepe in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region are appealing to the government and development partners for the construction of a modern market and a lorry station to boost economic activity and improve transportation in the town.

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50 h. ago Ghana Olympic Committee Honors Fallen Nationals in Jubilee House Tribute

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-olympic-committee-honors-fallen-nationals-in-jubilee-house-tribute/Ghana’s sporting leadership gathered at the seat of government on Monday to mourn compatriots tragically lost in the Adansi incident last week. The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), led by President Richard Akpokavie, laid wreaths at the Jubilee House in a solemn ceremony representing national federations, athletes, and sports officials across the country. “We pay tribute […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-olympic-committee-honors-fallen-nationals-in-jubilee-house-tribute/

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54 h. ago Ghana and Nigeria lead medal tally at 2025 JE Wilson Ghana Junior International Badminton Championships

The final day featured five exciting finals: men’s and women’s singles, men’s and women’s doubles, and mixed doubles.

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58 h. ago Chowdeck Secures US$9M to Speed Up Nigeria and Ghana Expansion

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chowdeck-secures-us9m-to-speed-up-nigeria-and-ghana-expansion/Chowdeck has raised $9 million in Series A funding to accelerate its growth across Nigeria and Ghana and launch a quick commerce service. The African food delivery leader aims to cut delivery times for groceries and essentials using dark stores and hyperlocal logistics, while expanding into underserved cities. Novastar Ventures led the equity round, joined […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/chowdeck-secures-us9m-to-speed-up-nigeria-and-ghana-expansion/

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