42 m. ago World Bank Issues US$200 Million Bond for Ghana Clean Cooking Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/The World Bank priced a 200 million dollar Clean Cooking Outcome Bond on Thursday, December 5, 2025, aiming to distribute over 415,000 cleaner cookstoves to Ghanaian households and make clean cooking accessible to 1.3 million people. The six-year bond represents the first financing instrument linking investor returns to carbon credits generated under Article 6.2 of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/world-bank-issues-us200-million-bond-for-ghana-clean-cooking-project/

Economics

4 h. ago Gov’t will continue to prioritise quality healthcare at all levels – Vice President 

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman says the government will continue to prioritise quality healthcare delivery at all levels in its development agenda, to help improve the health and well-being of Ghanaians. 

Politics

6 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/

Events

9 h. ago MobileMoney LTD to honour key partners and innovators at 2025 Fintech Stakeholder Dinner & Awards

MobileMoney LTD, a subsidiary of MTN Ghana, is set to host this year’s Fintech Stakeholder Dinner & Awards Night under the theme “Celebrating the Power of Partnership and Service Excellence in Fintech.”

Economics

11 h. ago Access Bank wraps up ‘Fa Ketewa Bɛgyɛ Kɛseɛ’ promo with major customer rewards

Access Bank Ghana has brought its six-month nationwide savings campaign, Fa Ketewa Bɛgyɛ Kɛseɛ, to a close, marking the end of the promotion with a grand draw at its head office in Accra.

Politics

12 h. ago GSS opens first National Data Producers Forum as gov’t commits GH¢209m to strengthen data systems

Ghana has taken a major step toward building a sustainably financed, innovation-driven national data ecosystem, as the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) opened its inaugural National Forum for Data Producers, Users, and Enhancers at the Alisa Hotel in Accra. The event brought together over 150 participants, including policymakers, development partners, civil society organisations, researchers, private-sector actors, […]

Politics

12 h. ago Apple Music Shines Spotlight on Africa’s Next Wave with Up Next Artists LUUKHANYO, CupidSzn, Messiah4L & Itare

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-shines-spotlight-on-africas-next-wave-with-up-next-artists-luukhanyo-cupidszn-messiah4l-itare/From South Africa to Nigeria, Ghana to East Africa, meet the fresh talent elevating African sound to new heights. Apple Music is proud to reveal the latest selection of artists featured in its acclaimed Up Next artist development program. This month, the spotlight shines on four exceptional acts: LUUKHANYO (South Africa), CupidSzn (Nigeria), Messiah4L (Ghana), […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Osafo Daniel, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/apple-music-shines-spotlight-on-africas-next-wave-with-up-next-artists-luukhanyo-cupidszn-messiah4l-itare/

Culture

13 h. ago Activa Insurance supports education with ICT lab donation to Korle Gonno Community Library

Activa International Insurance Ghana, through its Foundation (Activa Group Foundation) has donated a state-of-the-art eight-seater Information Communication Technology laboratory to the Korle Gonno Community Library in Accra. This forms part of its corporate social responsibility in promoting education and empowering the next generation. The ICT lab, equipped with modern computers installed with Ghana Education Service […]

Politics

13 h. ago Gov’t developing central health intelligence database – Health minister

Minister of Health Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has revealed that the government is developing a centralised national health intelligence database aimed at enhancing transparency and supporting evidence-based decision-making across all levels of the health system.

Politics

13 h. ago Audit Service rejects calls for restatement of MIIF 2024 financials; flags concerns over Agyapa

The Auditor-General’s Department has dismissed calls from the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) to review and restate its 2024 audited financial statements.

Politics

13 h. ago Wode Maya: Africa’s cultural diplomat championing tourism through digital storytelling

With a drone in one hand and a smile in every frame, WodeMaya has become more than just a YouTuber. He is Ghana’s and Africa’s official ambassador, showcasing the continent’s culture, people, and potential to millions across the globe.

Sport

13 h. ago Gov’t undertakes independent audit as Road Fund faces GH¢8bn debt burden

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has revealed that an independent audit is underway to validate certificates submitted by contractors owed by government.

Politics

14 h. ago Ghana Water takes defaulters in Eastern region to court over GHC32 million debt

The Ghana Water Ltd. (GWL) in the Eastern Region has launched an extensive legal drive to recover over GHC32 million owed by long-term defaulters, a debt the company says is affecting its ability to operate efficiently and improve water services.

Economics

14 h. ago Police frustrated as US woman who alleged kidnapping deletes video, blocks investigators

The Ghana Police Service says its efforts to investigate the viral kidnapping allegation made by an American woman in Accra have been seriously hampered by her lack of cooperation. In a statement issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the Police noted that although the woman, identified as Arianna Naomi Mackey, recorded a video claiming […]

Events

14 h. ago Police launch probe into viral kidnapping claim by American woman who has since left Ghana

The Ghana Police Service has opened a full-scale investigation into a viral video in which an American woman, identified as Arianna Naomi Mackey, claimed she was kidnapped and robbed in Accra by men she alleged were police officers. According to a statement from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the video, recorded at a hotel in […]

Events

15 h. ago Police seek diplomatic help to contact US woman who alleged kidnapping by masked officers

The Ghana Police Service says it is working through diplomatic channels to secure the cooperation of an American woman who posted a viral video alleging she was kidnapped and robbed by persons she claimed were police officers. The police made this known in a press release on Monday, December 9, 2025, detailing challenges in investigating the serious claims made by Arianna Naomi Mackey.

Events

15 h. ago Formalizing Okadas Will Boost Youth Employment and Safety Nationwide

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/formalizing-okadas-will-boost-youth-employment-and-safety-nationwide-osman-ayariga-declares-at-yango-conference/At the Yango Partner Conference 2025, Mr. Osman Ayariga, CEO of the National Youth Authority, highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to formalize motorcycle and tricycle commercial operations—a move set to create more structured opportunities for young people. Mr. Ayariga announced that the Ministry of Transport is finalizing a framework to legalize okada and pragyia services, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/formalizing-okadas-will-boost-youth-employment-and-safety-nationwide-osman-ayariga-declares-at-yango-conference/

Politics

26 h. ago Pay teacher allowances to improve student performance – Ntim Fordjour urges gov’t

Former Deputy Minister of Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has urged the government to urgently release funds to the Ministry of Education and clear all outstanding teacher allowances, saying these steps are vital to improving student performance nationwide.

Society

29 h. ago Finance Minister charges Osu Tax Office staff to boost revenue, pledges support and incentives

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has urged staff of the Osu Tax Service Centre to scale up their efforts in domestic revenue mobilisation.

Politics

30 h. ago Alumni support essential to educational progress – Former GES Director

A former director of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Enoch Hemmans Cobbinah, has charged old students of secondary cycle institutions to work together as partners of development in Ghana's educational sector.

Politics