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Ghana to push for global recognition of transatlantic slave trade as crime against humanity   Gov'nt to Dax foreign cocoa funding to local processing   Ken Ofori Atta removed from Interpol Red Notice Kpandai MP urges safety measures to curb volta lake tragedies   Government to extradite Russian gentleman involved in secret filming of Ghanaian ladies   Suhuyini launches 1Heart F...

Advertising Association of Ghana Calls Out Linda Ocloo on Alleged Selective Billboard Targeting GJA renews call for passage of Broadcasting Bill FDA seizes unregistered diapers at Ho Market Deputy Transport Minister urges innovation at airports to boost revenue Galamseyers flee as NAIMOS storms Ankobra illegal mining site GSS generates the numbers that drive national development – Government Stati...

MP Advocates for Entrepreneurship Education in Ghana's Schools Ashanti Regional Minister Vows Action Against Illegal Miners Supreme Court Judge Philip Bright Mensah Retires After 51 Years of Service Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Questions Government's COCOBOD Payment Directive NPP Ends Media General Boycott After Reconciliation Talks Mahama: Underfunded gender agenda threatens Africa’s dev’t Strengthen gove...

ov't Orders Forensic Audit and Criminal Probe into COCOBOD's Activities NRSA's Probe into Toyota Voxy Safety to Inform Policy Decisions Speaker Bagbin Calls for Permanent Parliamentary Facility Amidst Renting Concerns NDC Blocks Illegitimate Voter Registration in Effutu NDC Takes Steps to Block Invalid Voter Registration in Effutu, Asiedu Nketiah Says Foreign Affairs Ministry, Nuclear Power Ghana...

Former Minority Leader Haruna Iddrisu and the minister communication  Sukparu Escape Unhurt in Road Accident NRSA gives team one month to probe safety of Voxy taxis Lands Ministry confirms probe into galamsey extortion allegations GES bans three SHSs over gang rape, stabbing incidents at sports event GES marks International Day for Women and Girls in Science with call to close gender gap...

NACOC to start licensing medicinal, industrial cannabis cultivation in Ghana Tetteh Quarshie Hospital performs first dialysis in 64 years Baba Jamal files nomination to contest Ayawaso East by-election GES condemns violence, alleged rape at Eastern Region sports event AG ordered to disclose Ghana-US deportation agreement to Democracy Hub Halt implementation of VAT, restore flat rate system or face...

Mahama swears-in National African Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council members GRIDCo restores power after system disturbance affected several regions Upper West records 15 suspected meningitis cases, 2 deaths Prof Oquaye Calls for Overhaul of Ghana's Political System High Court dismisses Gifty Oware’s application for Supreme Court referral No drumming or dancing at airports without approval –...

Government vows action against officials implicated in galamsey tax exposé Nkwanta South MCE commissions new classroom block at Mmen Akura JHS  NPP to hold National Thanksgiving Service after presidential primary AMA to relocate decongested traders to Salaga and 24-hour markets OSP rejects claims of bias in vote-buying investigations Ghana risks up to $21.3bn economic loss as Benin targets re...

Free Movement Key to Africa's Economic Growth Ghana’s Affirmative Action Act sees progress in judiciary but faces challenges in parliamentary representation NACOC destroys illicit drugs worth over GHC2.4m in Tamale Police arrest 2 suspects in Tarkwa for unlawful possession and distribution of narcotic drugs Nima Needs an MP to Address Identity Crisis" - Nii Odoi Kwao II Ghana to build foreign rese...

Despite a slew of military coup in the sub-region, President Mahama remains steadfast in Ghana's commitment to democratic rule. Ghana Registered Nurses And Midwives Association Urge Government to Improve Working Conditions Amid Climate Change St. Michael's Specialist Hospital Launches Life-Saving Dialysis Unit and Eye Clinic NPP Veteran Calls for Akufo-Addo's Suspension, Labels Him "Enemy of the S...

Anti Corruption Campaigner, Edem Senanu Praises Government's  stance on corruption   Tricycle Operators Protest New GHc 5 till at Oti LandfillCocoa industry faces   Sustainability threat, licensed Cocoa Buyers Association Of Ghana warns Gov'nt   MP for Damongo questions the necessity of dedicated office for youth employment   MP for Nhyiaeso criticized 24 hr economy author...

Mahama pledges two million desks for Basic Schools in 2026 Attorney-General rejects claims of secret deals in ORAL investigations Korle Klottey Assembly suspends burials at Osu Cemetery over illegal exhumations Kpandai MP accuses Rockson Dafeamekpor of plotting his removal from Parliament Minority calls on government to settle debt owed Cocoa Farmers Don’t demonise loans, use them wisely – EDC MD...

Transport Minister defends plan to rename Kotoka Airport, says move is not political GNFS urges public vigilance as fire outbreaks surge nationwide IFEST demands concrete plan to improve next WASSCE outcomes  GETFund denies allegations of selling foreign scholarships High transaction costs stifling SMEs in Africa – Deputy BoG Governor Halt renewal of expired mining leases for state ownership...

Ghana Unveils Legal Education Reform Bill, 2025 Towards Inclusive Legal Training Environmental Protection Agency Charges Spark Outrage Among Private Schools in Ashaiman Afenyo-Markin Criticize Kotoka Airport Renaming, Labeling it as an Indictment on NDC'   COCOBOD Shifts Focus to Licensed Buying Companies Over Unpaid Cocoa Funds Ghana is set to receive new buses by the end of February Univers...

Minority  Pledges Full Support for Bawumia Ahead of 2028 Elections Minority Leader Slams Government Over Electricity Tariff Hike Cocoa Farmers Urge Government to Settle Outstanding Payments for Sold Beans Accra Mayor Pledges New Operating Theatre for Kaneshie Polyclinic KNUST Senior Staff Join Nationwide Strike, Vow to Fight for Financial Demands UG SSAG Strike Aims to Restore Conditions of S...

President Mahama calls for ethical global governance of AI and digital systems Kotoka Int’l Airport to be renamed Accra International Airport   CAGD to Restore Salaries of 2,000 Public Workers After Verification Dr Kofi Amoah challenges political parties to offer real solutions beyond primaries Fast-track move toward single-digit lending rates – GUTA urges BoG $22m World Bank support to boost...

Mahama ranked Fifth on Devex list of 50 most powerful people in the world Ashanti Region records 132 fire incidents in January 2026 Fire Destroys Tolon SHS Girls' Hostel with over 346 Students displaced PRINCOF Urges Dialogue to Settle GTEC Leadership Dispute NAIMOS arrests galamsey kingpin over bribery attempt, seizes excavators at Cape Three Points GPRTU task force arrests 17 drivers in Amasaman...

Afenyo-Markin Sounds Unity Alarm for NPP's 2028 Victory Editor  Of Newscenter Criticized  Agyapong’s Primary Challenge Founder of Alabaster ministry Prophet Oduro rebukes Pastors-turned-Politicians for Preaching Politics Ahafo Sees Record Technical Vocational and Education Training Enrollment Surge Amid Reforms Kpandai NDC Youth Protest Supreme Court Ruling, Demand Election Rerun With th...

Each district to get 20 two-bedroom units under Greenville Housing Programme Supreme Court rejects Attorney-General’s review bid in Adu Boahen trial IGP Yohuno promotes 17 officers for major drug and arms seizures Fire Guts NOBISCO Girls’ dormitory, displaces nearly 900 students GRA: Ghana loses billions to weak tax compliance; closing gaps could end IMF reliance Swedru All Blacks appoint Kassim M...

Baba Jamal Leaves Nigeria Post to Contest Ayawaso East Seat IERPP Demands Transparency Over Alleged GH¢2 Billion Deal Minority Leader Boosts Winneba Police with Laptops NDC Government Accused of Deceiving Ghanaians Over Anti-LGBTQ Bill "Popularity Alone Not Enough for Leadership" - Akosua Manu NDC ‘grieved’ by Supreme Court ruling restoring NPP’s Kpandai MP – Deafeamekpor Bawumia completes nationw...

Ghana Increases Penalty for Overloaded Trucks to GHS 50,000 Mental Health Authority Partners with Chief Imam to Boost Zongo Community Support Savannah Region Seeks Rehabilitation Center Amidst Rising Drug Abuse Cases Traders Throw Weight Behind Kennedy Agyapong for NPP Flagbearer Road users lament deplorable state of Mallam interchange   Cedi records mixed performance but signals rebound; one...

Ga Traditional Council Pushes for Ga and Dangme Languages in Schools Adorye Slams Minority's Behaviour as a threat to Nation-Building Editor of the Herald Newspaper Slams Minority's 'Routine' Criticism against the government Former Minister of Education Pledges Patriotic Health Insurance Scheme for Elderly Party Members Trade Minister Assures CIMAF Ghana of Government Support to Reduce Business Co...

Minority Caucus acusses NDC of exploiting anti-LGBTQ law for political gains   Minority leader, urges President Mahama to clarify third term intentions   Kpeshie lagoon structures demolished in effort to prevent flooding   Ghana's labour exchange program ensures transparency and competence   Drivers union clams down on unapproved fares on pokuase Nsawam road   Egg glut eas...

Foreign Minister Pledges Welfare Support for Citizens Overseas NPP figures and NDC stalwart challenge delegate-based party systems at Supreme Court Eastern Chiefs push for tougher measures against drugs and crime Korle Klottey introduces reward system to boost sanitation efforts No one has the right to attack police — Amoakohene on Jacobu clash BoG rules out premature rate cuts despite improving m...

Local Cargo Insurance to Boost Ghana's Currency Stability and Support Importers Ghanaians Express Relief On Fuel Price Drops  Amidst Economic Pressures Ghana's Fuel Price Floor: Balancing Competition and Consumer Protection NPP Needs Leader with Emotional Intelligence, Says @Sammens NPP Flagbearer Race: Candidates Must Accept Defeat for Fair Elections - Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante Lack of Access Ro...