4 h. ago The Inconvenient Truth: Deliverism not the Barracks must hold Africa together

Across the African continent, an old political conversation has returned with troubling familiarity. Yet beneath the surface, something far more profound is shifting. The resurgence of coups does not indicate a renewed attraction to military rule. Instead, it exposes a quiet but powerful realisation that has spread through towns, cities and villages: citizens fear stagnation more than they fear soldiers.

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9 h. ago Africa’s Youth Unemployment Crisis Demands A New Social Contract

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-youth-unemployment-crisis-demands-a-new-social-contract/Across Africa, a quiet but urgent debate is unfolding—one that goes far beyond job statistics or economic forecasts. It is a debate about dignity, opportunity, and the future of a continent whose demographic trajectory is unlike any other. With more than 60 percent of Africans under the age of 25, the question of how to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Victor Yao Nyakey, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-youth-unemployment-crisis-demands-a-new-social-contract/

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14 h. ago When power fails, systems must not: Lessons from the Epstein Files for Ghana’s safety and accountability culture

Across the United States, one of the most significant transparency conversations of modern times is unfolding — and the world is watching closely.

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15 h. ago Konnect Minds Takes Over Spotify’s Number 1 Podcast of The Year

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/konnect-minds-takes-over-spotifys-number-1-podcast-of-the-year/Spotify has released its list of the Top Podcasts in Ghana for 2025, and Konnected Minds has taken the Number 1 spot. The podcast, hosted by Derrick Abaitey, has become an insightful platform known for its unique blend of real life conversations, personal stories, youth driven topics and meaningful discussions that cut across lifestyle, society, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/konnect-minds-takes-over-spotifys-number-1-podcast-of-the-year/

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15 h. ago ECOWAS declares regional state of emergency over rising coups, security threats

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a regional state of emergency, citing escalating political instability and security threats across several member states. The announcement was made by the President of the ECOWAS Commission, Omar Touray, during the 55th session of the Mediation and Security Council at the ministerial level in Abuja on Tuesday. Omar Touray said the worsening situation in the sub-region demands urgent attention and collective action.

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20 h. ago Ghana’s public debate too emotional, not driven by data – Prof Bokpin

Economics professor Godfred Bokpin has criticised the quality of Ghana’s national conversations, arguing that far too many public debates are shaped by emotion rather than evidence. He says the country must urgently elevate the role of data in public policy, decision-making and everyday discourse. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Forum for Data Producers, Users and […]

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41 h. ago AI, cheating, and collapsing reading habits: Ghana’s education system at a crossroads

Ghana’s education sector is facing a mounting crisis as the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools, rampant exam malpractice, and a sharp decline in reading culture converge to threaten learning outcomes nationwide. Experts warn that without urgent reforms, the country risks producing a generation of students who hold certificates but lack fundamental skills. Professor Stephen Adei, a prominent Ghanaian educationist, has described the situation as a reflection of a “moral decay that is eating into the fabric of our nation.” Speaking earlier this year, he noted that exam malpractice has become so normalised that many no longer see it as wrong.

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41 h. ago Sudan Kindergarten Drone Strike Kills Dozens Including Children

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sudan-kindergarten-drone-strike-kills-dozens-including-children/Drone strikes in Kalogi, a town in South Kordofan region of Sudan, have killed dozens of people including at least 33 children, according to medical groups, amid renewed fighting in the country’s brutal civil war. The attack targeted a kindergarten twice and led to urgent calls from humanitarian groups and UN agencies for an immediate […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sudan-kindergarten-drone-strike-kills-dozens-including-children/

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58 h. ago GREDA President pushes for swift reduction in interest rates

“Our sector cannot unlock its full potential until interest rates are brought down to realistic levels,” he said. “We need urgent, decisive action, not gradual adjustments. A rapid reduction will not only support developers but also empower ordinary citizens who dream of owning a home.”

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3 d. ago Prof Lumumba blames illegal mining on governance failure, calls for urgent action

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prof-lumumba-blames-illegal-mining-on-governance-failure-calls-for-urgent-action/Pan Africanist and Governance Expert Prof Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba has blamed illegal small scale mining, known as galamsey, on governance failure in Ghana. Speaking at a virtual environmental conference, the renowned legal practitioner emphasized that the time to act against the menace is now. Prof Lumumba made these remarks at a conference organized by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prof-lumumba-blames-illegal-mining-on-governance-failure-calls-for-urgent-action/

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3 d. ago Absa Bank Ghana hosts event marking 16 Days of Activism campaign

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-bank-ghana-hosts-event-marking-16-days-of-activism-campaign/Absa Bank Ghana, in partnership with UN Women Ghana and the African Women Leaders Network, held an event under the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign. The ceremony reinforced the urgent need to protect and empower women and girls across workplaces, homes and communities. The event took place at Absa Bank’s Head […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/absa-bank-ghana-hosts-event-marking-16-days-of-activism-campaign/

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3 d. ago Ghana’s HIV crisis: Stigma drives new infections as AIDS Commission bets on AI and six

Ghana’s fight against the HIV epidemic is undergoing an urgent strategic overhaul, triggered by alarming rates of new infections, particularly among youth who cite persistent stigma and embarrassment as major barriers to using basic preventive tools like condoms.

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4 d. ago This Saturday on Newsfile: Petitions against the OSP, EC heads, and 2025 WASSCE results

This Saturday on Newsfile, we step into a pivotal moment for Ghana’s democracy, education, and natural-resource governance. Three national flashpoints, all demanding clarity, accountability, and bold conversation.

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4 d. ago Livestream: Newsfile discusses petitions against the OSP, EC heads, and 2025 WASSCE results

This Saturday on Newsfile, we step into a pivotal moment for Ghana’s democracy, education, and natural-resource governance. Three national flashpoints, all demanding clarity, accountability, and bold conversation.

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4 d. ago Playback: Newsfile discussed petitions against the OSP, EC heads, and 2025 WASSCE results

This Saturday on Newsfile, we step into a pivotal moment for Ghana’s democracy, education, and natural-resource governance. Three national flashpoints, all demanding clarity, accountability, and bold conversation.

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4 d. ago Minority calls for urgent action to shield farmers from rising production challenges

The Minority in Parliament has expressed deep concern over the mounting challenges facing Ghanaian farmers and fishers, warning that rising production costs and logistical barriers are eroding competitiveness and threatening livelihoods.

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4 d. ago Keta is drowning, not fishing – Minority demands urgent fix to premix fuel breakdown

The Minority in Parliament has marked this year’s Farmers’ Day with a fierce warning that Keta and other coastal communities are drowning, not fishing, because of the chronic breakdown in premix fuel supply.

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4 d. ago A Timeless Message to Ghanaian Youth: Lessons from Daddy Lumba’s Legacy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/a-timeless-message-to-ghanaian-youth-lessons-from-daddy-lumbas-legacy/The recent developments surrounding Daddy Lumba’s marriage have sparked important conversations about love, family, and community. As young Ghanaians, you are the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of our nation. Here are some lessons to guide us Respect and Empathy*: Treat others with kindness, understanding, and compassion. Recognize that everyone has their own story and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/a-timeless-message-to-ghanaian-youth-lessons-from-daddy-lumbas-legacy/

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4 d. ago Perdita Agyarko Writes: A Timeless Message to Ghanaian Youth: Lessons from Daddy Lumba’s Legacy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/perdita-agyarko-writes-a-timeless-message-to-ghanaian-youth-lessons-from-daddy-lumbas-legacy/The recent developments surrounding Daddy Lumba’s marriage have sparked important conversations about love, family, and community. As young Ghanaians, you are the future leaders, innovators, and change-makers of our nation. Here are some lessons to guide us Respect and Empathy*: Treat others with kindness, understanding, and compassion. Recognize that everyone has their own story and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/perdita-agyarko-writes-a-timeless-message-to-ghanaian-youth-lessons-from-daddy-lumbas-legacy/

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5 d. ago Friends, Favours & Fallout: The Brotherhood debates lending money to friends

What begins as a simple act of kindness can quickly turn into lifelong awkwardness, or even the end of a friendship. That’s exactly what sparked a fiery conversation on The Brotherhood show as the squad tackled a question many are afraid to ask out loud: Should you ever lend money to a friend?

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