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Ghana’s reference rate for November rises marginally to 17.93% amid economic caution

As Ghana navigates a challenging economic environment marked by inflationary pressure and global uncertainty, the national reference rate for November has been adjusted upward...

Talensi DCE pledges government support for dam rehabilitation and desilting to aid dry season farming

In a renewed push to boost agricultural productivity and food security, the District Chief Executive (DCE) of Talensi District has pledged full government support...

Half of NSS personnel yet to report despite postings – Registration system to close soon

The latest update from the National Service Authority (NSA) reveals that roughly 50% of graduates assigned to national service this cycle have yet to...

New Juaben South supports persons with disabilities with life-changing donations

Ghana’s commitment to inclusive development received a boost this week as the authorities of the New Juaben South Municipal Assembly (NJSM) distributed essential items...

Otumfuo calls for unity and peace amid Bawku conflict between rival factions

The Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has appealed to the factions involved in the long-running Bawku chieftaincy conflict to commit themselves to lasting peace,...

Mobile Money FinTech Ltd endorses key merger resolutions at extraordinary meeting

Digital payments company Mobile Money FinTech Ltd has approved a set of critical merger resolutions at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), signalling a strategic...

WAEC Cautions Against Social Media Language in 2025 WASSCE answers

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has raised serious concerns after chief examiners observed widespread use of social-media diction and non-standard English among candidates...

Ghana and USA deepen security cooperation in new bilateral agreement

Ghana has announced enhanced security cooperation with the United States under a new bilateral agreement intended to strengthen joint efforts against regional and transnational...

Ghana and AfDB sign US$71.25M grant to boost youth and women employment

The Government of Ghana has affirm- ed its commitment to accelerating national development through strengthened partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB), following the...

MP Annoh Dompreh draws backlash after calling President a dead goat

The Member of Parliament for Nsawam–Adoagyiri, Hon. Frank Annoh Dompreh, has sparked widespread criticism after referring to the sitting President as a “dead goat.”...

Ghana to begin building three regional hospitals in 2026 to expand healthcare access

The Government of Ghana has announced that it will begin construction of three new regional hospitals in 2026, marking a major push to expand...

Demand for non-interest banking in Ghana rises sharply, says finance expert

Financial and banking sector observers say demand for non-interest banking and finance services in Ghana has grown “undeniably,” driven by shifting consumer preferences and...

Ghana now has 334,700 people living with HIV as new infection figures climb

New national data indicates that more than 334,700 people are now living with HIV in Ghana, amid signs of a troubling rise in new...

Accra mayor leads kerb-painting drive to boost road safety ahead of Christmas

The Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has spearheaded a citywide exercise to repaint kerbs along major roads, as the capital prepares for...

Mankessim Chief asks Parliament to approve Ewoyaa lithium lease before royalty debate

Traditional authorities from Mankessim have called on national legislators to approve the mining lease for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project immediately, arguing that conversations about...

Mining communities in Ghana face rising risk from galamsey and youth unemployment

Communities that depend on small-scale mining in Ghana are facing deepening threats posed by illegal mining (galamsey) and high youth unemployment, recent reports show....