5 h. ago GTA responds to viral videos alleging kidnapping of tourists

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has reacted to a video circulating on social media in which a group of visiting Black Americans claim they were kidnapped and extorted by people they believed to be police officers.

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6 h. ago Ghana Tourism Authority Confirms Investigation Into Alleged Kidnapping of Black American Tourists

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-tourism-authority-confirms-investigation-into-alleged-kidnapping-of-black-american-tourists/The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has confirmed that it is collaborating with the Ghana Police Service and the Cyber Security Authority to investigate a viral social media video in which visiting Black American tourists claim they were kidnapped and extorted by individuals posing as police officers. In a statement issued on Monday, the GTA said […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-tourism-authority-confirms-investigation-into-alleged-kidnapping-of-black-american-tourists/

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14 h. ago Nigerian Entertainer Nasboi Plans Exit from Entertainment After Reaching Financial Target

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-entertainer-nasboi-plans-exit-from-entertainment-after-reaching-financial-target/Nigerian skitmaker and singer Nasiru Bolaji Lawal, popularly known as Nasboi, has sparked social media discussions after announcing plans to quit entertainment and slip into oblivion once he reaches a personal financial target. The content creator made the declaration in a recent post on X, emphasizing that wealth matters more to him than fame. Nasboi […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-entertainer-nasboi-plans-exit-from-entertainment-after-reaching-financial-target/

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54 h. ago Social media poll shows Kennedy Agyapong leading among NDC and floating voters

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/social-media-poll-shows-kennedy-agyapong-leading-among-ndc-and-floating-voters/A new social media poll shared by Global InfoAnalytics Executive Director Mussah Dankwah on December 6 suggests contrasting preferences among NDC voters and floating voters regarding potential New Patriotic Party flagbearer candidates for 2028. The latest online sampling points towards increased preference for Kennedy Agyapong over former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Sharing the graphic […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/social-media-poll-shows-kennedy-agyapong-leading-among-ndc-and-floating-voters/

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54 h. ago Poll shows split preferences for potential NDC leadership among voter groups

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/poll-shows-split-preferences-for-potential-ndc-leadership-among-voter-groups/A new social media poll released by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed contrasting preferences between NPP voters and floating voters regarding potential NDC leadership. The data shared by pollster and Executive Director Mussah Dankwah suggests Haruna Iddrisu enjoys remarkable backing among NPP supporters while floating voters appear split. According to Dankwah, NPP voters prefer Haruna Iddrisu […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/poll-shows-split-preferences-for-potential-ndc-leadership-among-voter-groups/

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58 h. ago Ice Prince Zamani urges men to prepare properly before pursuing marriage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-prince-zamani-urges-men-to-prepare-properly-before-pursuing-marriage/Nigerian rapper Ice Prince Zamani has shared his fears about marriage, saying almost everything these days puts the fear of marriage in single people like him. The rapper used his friend who just got married last year as an example of challenges facing modern marriages. In a social media post, he revealed that his friend […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ice-prince-zamani-urges-men-to-prepare-properly-before-pursuing-marriage/

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60 h. ago Tension Brews in Agave Over Alleged Plot By ‘Hooligans’ To Organise Unlawful Public Event

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tension-brews-in-agave-over-alleged-plot-by-hooligans-to-organise-unlawful-public-event/Tensions have escalated within the Agave Traditional Area in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region following what many residents describe as a disturbing plot by a group of hooligans to organise an unlawful public event. According to concerned youth groups, a provocative announcement was circulated on social media by individuals they describe as […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tension-brews-in-agave-over-alleged-plot-by-hooligans-to-organise-unlawful-public-event/

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61 h. ago EU Fines Elon Musk’s X €120 Million in First Digital Services Act Penalty

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eu-fines-elon-musks-x-e120-million-in-first-digital-services-act-penalty/The European Union has imposed a 120 million euro fine on Elon Musk’s social media platform X for violating the bloc’s digital transparency requirements, marking the first penalty under the Digital Services Act and escalating tensions between Brussels and Washington over tech regulation. The European Commission announced the decision on Friday following a two-year investigation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/eu-fines-elon-musks-x-e120-million-in-first-digital-services-act-penalty/

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3 d. ago Ashanti regional minister drags Democracy Hub member to court over alleged galamsey remarks

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has initiated legal action against Wendell Nana Yaw Yeboah of the pressure group Democracy Hub, accusing him of making defamatory statements during a live radio interview that later spread widely on social media.

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3 d. ago Tanzanian activist blocked from Instagram after mobilising election protests

Prominent Tanzanian activist Mange Kimambi has accused the government of instigating the removal of her social media accounts that she has been using to mobilise Tanzanians against the government.

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4 d. ago OSP justifies Martin Kpebu’s arrest; says his conduct left officers ‘no option but to act’

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has pushed back against claims circulating on social media following the arrest and release of private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu, insisting that its officers acted strictly within the law.

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4 d. ago Meta starts kicking Australian children off Instagram and Facebook

Meta has started booting Australian children under 16 years off its Instagram, Facebook and Threads platforms, a week before an official teen social media ban begins.

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5 d. ago Serena Williams Denies Tennis Comeback Despite Testing Pool Registration

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serena-williams-denies-tennis-comeback-despite-testing-pool-registration/Tennis icon Serena Williams has firmly dismissed speculation about returning to professional competition after her name appeared on a drug testing registry. The 23-time Grand Slam champion posted on social media platform X on Tuesday, December 2, stating she is not coming back and calling the speculation crazy. The speculation arose after Williams reentered the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serena-williams-denies-tennis-comeback-despite-testing-pool-registration/

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5 d. ago The day I met Captain Ibrahim Traoré: A handshake that carried the ancestors

Long before stepping into that hall, I had been following Captain Ibrahim Traoré. At first, through tense news reports and social media fragments, and later through speeches that carried rare clarity and conviction.

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5 d. ago YouTube says it will be less safe for kids under Australia’s social media ban

YouTube says Australia's "rushed" new laws to block teens from its platform will mean children will be less safe as its "robust parental controls" will be stripped away.

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6 d. ago Claims I have endorsed Ken Agyapong false; I remain committed to Bawumia’s campaign – Kofi Tutu Agyare

Former Board Chairman of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Kofi Tutu Agyare, has dismissed claims circulating on social media that he has endorsed Kennedy Agyapong in the New Patriotic Party’s presidential race. In a statement, the former VRA chairman, who reaffirmed his support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, said the claims suggesting he had joined Mr Agyapong’s campaign were “false” and intended to “mislead” the public.

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6 d. ago Singer Example Criticized for Telling Disabled Fans to Stand

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/singer-example-criticized-for-telling-disabled-fans-to-stand/British singer Example faced backlash after repeatedly demanding audiences stand and dance during performances on tour with boyband JLS, including telling a pregnant disabled fan she looked stupid for remaining seated. The incident at London’s O2 Arena sparked widespread criticism on social media and raised questions about accessibility awareness at live music events. Elliot John […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/singer-example-criticized-for-telling-disabled-fans-to-stand/

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7 d. ago Zimbabwean Billionaire Masiyiwa Challenges Flashy Wealth Display Culture

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zimbabwean-billionaire-masiyiwa-challenges-flashy-wealth-display-culture/Zimbabwean billionaire Strive Masiyiwa has issued a stark warning to young Africans against what he describes as the dangerous obsession with conspicuous consumption fueled by social media, targeting what many in Zimbabwe call Mbinga culture. In a recent Facebook post, the London-based founder of Econet and Cassava Technologies said the flashy display of luxury cars, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/zimbabwean-billionaire-masiyiwa-challenges-flashy-wealth-display-culture/

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7 d. ago Bawumia says endorsements reinforce strong backing from NPP faithful

Former Vice President and 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed gratitude for the continued support he is receiving from party members as he campaigns to become the NPP flagbearer ahead of the 2028 general elections. Dr Bawumia took to social media to thank delegates across multiple constituencies for their […]

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8 d. ago Police Debunk Hoax Announcing IGP Yohuno’s Death; Caution Against Online Misinformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/police-debunk-hoax-announcing-igp-yohunos-death-caution-against-online-misinformation/The Ghana Police Service has moved swiftly to quash rumours circulating on social media claiming Inspector-General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno has died. In a statement released via X on Sunday, November 30, the Service said it had been alerted to a growing wave of posts suggesting the IGP had passed away. Officials stressed that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/police-debunk-hoax-announcing-igp-yohunos-death-caution-against-online-misinformation/

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