5 h. ago Asante Gold Secures US$350 Million to Boost Ghana Mining Operations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asante-gold-secures-us350-million-to-boost-ghana-mining-operations/Asante Gold Corporation has completed the first stage of its $500 million financing package, receiving $350 million to advance its mining projects in Ghana. The Vancouver-based company confirmed the funds include proceeds from a $125 million mezzanine facility, a $50 million gold stream agreement, and a $10 million private placement with Appian Capital. An initial […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asante-gold-secures-us350-million-to-boost-ghana-mining-operations/

Economics

10 h. ago World Bank projects 0.6% GDP revenue boost if Ghana fully implements 2025 tax measures

The World Bank has projected that Ghana could gain additional revenue equivalent to at least 0.6 percent of GDP in 2025 if the government fully implements the revenue measures outlined in the 2025 budget. According to the World Bank’s latest Ghana Economic Update report, the projected increase is in line with the targets of the […]

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29 h. ago First HPV vaccination campaign to be rolled out in September 2025

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced that the first-ever Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) vaccination campaign will be rolled out in September 2025, targeting young females between 9 and 14 years. This follows the delivery of the first consignment of the HPV in June 2025, as announced by the World Health Organisation, an implementing partner. […]

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57 h. ago Republic Bank Backs Ghana’s First Iron Ore Exploration Success

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/republic-bank-backs-ghanas-first-iron-ore-exploration-success/In Ghana’s Oti Region, a landmark drilling phase for the country’s inaugural iron ore resource estimation has concluded, funded entirely by Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC. The project, led by local firm Africa Exploration and Minerals Group Ltd (AEMG), unfolded at the Gyamurume Iron Ore Block and signals Ghana’s entry into the global iron and steel […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/republic-bank-backs-ghanas-first-iron-ore-exploration-success/

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61 h. ago Ethiopian Airlines Secures Key Funding for Continent’s Largest Airport

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ethiopian-airlines-secures-key-funding-for-continents-largest-airport/Ethiopian Airlines Group and the African Development Bank have formalized a major financing agreement for Africa’s most ambitious aviation project. The deal, signed in Addis Ababa, designates the Bank as lead arranger for a $500 million loan to develop a new mega-airport in Bishoftu, 40 kilometers south of Ethiopia’s capital. The greenfield facility will initially […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ethiopian-airlines-secures-key-funding-for-continents-largest-airport/

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63 h. ago Digital Cedi Backed By Gold, Cocoa Proposed to Boost Stability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-cedi-backed-by-gold-cocoa-proposed-to-boost-stability/Ghana could anchor a future digital currency to its gold and cocoa reserves, creating a more stable foundation for monetary policy and reducing reliance on foreign financial systems, according to Professor Yegandi Imhotep Paul Alagidede, the Bank of Ghana Chair in Finance and Economics at the University of Ghana. Speaking at the launch of his […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-cedi-backed-by-gold-cocoa-proposed-to-boost-stability/

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5 d. ago Fidelity Bank Relaunches Cash Prize Promo to Boost Ghanaian Savings

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-relaunches-cash-prize-promo-to-boost-ghanaian-savings/Fidelity Bank Ghana has revived its popular “Sika Bumm” savings campaign, rebranded as “Sika Bumm Reloaded,” offering customers life-changing cash prizes. The initiative rewards consistent savers with monthly draws and a grand finale, targeting financial stability across the country. To qualify, customers need only maintain a minimum balance of GH¢500 in current or savings accounts. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-relaunches-cash-prize-promo-to-boost-ghanaian-savings/

Economics

7 d. ago Ghanaian Banks Urged to Shift Focus as Rate Cuts Reshape Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-banks-urged-to-shift-focus-as-rate-cuts-reshape-economy/Ghana’s banking sector must fundamentally transform its business models away from passive government investments and towards active lending, particularly to small businesses and sustainable projects, central bank governor Dr. Johnson Asiama declared at a major policy forum in Accra. The call came during a high-level seminar organized by the Chartered Institute of Bankers Ghana (CIB […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-banks-urged-to-shift-focus-as-rate-cuts-reshape-economy/

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8 d. ago New Ghana Tourism Authority Board inaugurated to boost sector growth

The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has inaugurated a new Governing Board for the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), calling on its members to drive innovation and position Ghana as a leading tourism destination.

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8 d. ago Ghana Minister Sets Deadline for DSTV Price Cuts Amid Regulatory Standoff

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-minister-sets-deadline-for-dstv-price-cuts-amid-regulatory-standoff/Ghana’s Communications Minister Sam George has intensified pressure on MultiChoice Ghana, declaring August 7, 2025, as the deadline for DSTV to implement “fairer” subscription rates or face regulatory sanctions. The ultimatum follows failed negotiations over what George terms “exorbitant” pricing and inadequate anti-piracy measures. In a detailed Facebook post, George outlined his engagement timeline: initial […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-minister-sets-deadline-for-dstv-price-cuts-amid-regulatory-standoff/

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9 d. ago GCB Bank honoured for excellence in project delivery at 2025 PMEA

GCB Bank has received top recognition at the 2025 Project Management Excellence Awards (PMEA), winning “Bank Project of the Year” and being adjudged as 1st Runner-Up for Overall Project of the Year for its Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) Platform Implementation.

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1 week ago KNUST Nkabom Project launches ‘Trainer of Trainers’ programme to empower agricultural tutors across Ghana

The KNUST Nutrition and Sustainable Agri-food Collaborative in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation (Nkabom) project has launched its maiden 'Trainer of Trainers' programme. This initiative aims at equipping 30 tutors from agricultural institutions all over Ghana with the necessary skills needed to boost agribusiness in Ghana. The 10-day training seeks to provide tutors with the knowledge to help transform the mindset of students in agricultural and farm institutes across the country towards agribusiness.

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1 week ago Global CS Education Grows as Africa Grapples With Infrastructure Gaps

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-cs-education-grows-as-africa-grapples-with-infrastructure-gaps/Computer science education is expanding rapidly worldwide, with two-thirds of countries now offering or planning K-12 programs doubling since 2019 yet Africa faces significant implementation barriers due to infrastructure deficits, according to Stanford University’s 2025 AI Index report. While Africa and Latin America show the strongest policy momentum for integrating digital skills into national curricula, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-cs-education-grows-as-africa-grapples-with-infrastructure-gaps/

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1 week ago UK and Ghana deepen strategic partnership with new agreement to boost Ghana’s 24

Senior UK and Ghanaian government officials convened at the British High Commissioner’s Residence in Accra for the bi-annual UK-Ghana Partnership for Jobs and Economic Transformation (JET) Steering Committee Meeting.

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1 week ago Banking Chief Demands Urgent NPL Reforms to Boost Ghana Business Credit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-chief-demands-urgent-npl-reforms-to-boost-ghana-business-credit/Dr. Bernard Osei Tutu, CEO of Dusk Capital, has issued a stark warning that Ghana’s persistently high non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 23.1% continues to stifle business credit access despite broader economic recovery. Speaking on structural risks, he urged immediate policy intervention to drive NPLs into single digits, arguing current levels deter commercial banks from […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-chief-demands-urgent-npl-reforms-to-boost-ghana-business-credit/

Economics

3 w. ago SSNIT Announces Major Reforms to Boost Pension Value Amid Inflation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ssnit-announces-major-reforms-to-boost-pension-value-amid-inflation/Ghana’s Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) is implementing sweeping changes to its investment strategy and service delivery to protect pensioners from inflationary pressures. Director-General Kwasi Afreh Biney revealed the plans during the Trust’s annual stakeholder engagement, acknowledging that this year’s 12% benefit increase fails to match inflation rates that have consistently exceeded that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ssnit-announces-major-reforms-to-boost-pension-value-amid-inflation/

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3 w. ago Ghana’s US$360 Million World Bank Facility: Unpacking Budget Support

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us360-million-world-bank-facility-unpacking-budget-support/Ghana’s recent $360 million World Bank disbursement sparked public debate over its purpose and classification. The Ministry of Finance’s designation of the funds as “budget support” requires clear explanation to address confusion and ensure transparency. Budget support refers to direct financial transfers to a government’s central account, distinct from project-specific funding. The World Bank’s International […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us360-million-world-bank-facility-unpacking-budget-support/

Economics

3 w. ago Leverage Microfinance Launches Kpone Branch To Boost Community Banking

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/leverage-microfinance-launches-kpone-branch-to-boost-community-banking/Tema-Kpone, Ghana — In a bold step to expand its impact and connect underserved communities with practical financial tools, Leverage Microfinance Limited has officially opened a new branch in Kpone, near Tema. This marks the company’s second operational site following its successful base in Dansoman. The move reflects Leverage’s broader vision of strengthening grassroots financial […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Nana Beeko, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/leverage-microfinance-launches-kpone-branch-to-boost-community-banking/

Politics

3 w. ago Africa means business with reparations fight – President Mahama

The President of Ghana and the African Union (AU) Champion for Reparations, John Dramani Mahama, has declared that Africa's call for reparative justice is no longer a whisper but a unified demand grounded in historical truth, moral clarity, and an unwavering commitment to dignity. "As we implement the 2025 Theme of the Year on Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through reparations, we reaffirm our shared resolve to correct historical wrongs and injustices through restitution, healing, and holistic systemic transformation," he stressed.

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4 w. ago Ghana unveils ambitious renewable energy drive to boost green transition and economic growth

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has announced a comprehensive plan to accelerate Ghana’s renewable energy adoption, positioning the country as a key player in Africa’s green economy. Speaking at the Government’s Accountability Series held at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, July 16, Mr Jinapor outlined strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the energy […]

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