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    NEWIndia Revives Ancient Water Systems Amidst Modern Scarcity

    India is actively restoring ancient water management systems, such as stepwells and johads, to combat severe water scarcity and climate change impacts. These traditional structures, some centuries old, are proving more effective than modern solutions in recharging groundwater and ensuring water availability for millions. This strategic shift highlights the value of historical infrastructure in addressing contemporary environmental challenges.

    Esi Larbi|7m ago
    Markets & Data

    NEWGhana Stock Exchange Delivers 75% Year-to-Date Return

    Abena Owusu|51m ago
    Business

    NEWAccra-Kumasi Expressway Nears Completion with 20 Kilometres Remaining

    Ekow Quansah|51m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWTano North Chiefs Condemn Police Over Routine Release of Illegal Miners

    Nana Yaw Amoako|51m ago
    Business

    NEWAccra Horse Racing Course Destroyed, Threatens Sport's Future

    Ekow Quansah|1h ago

    Politics & Policy

    Politics & Policy

    NEWNational Sports Authority Seeks Media Input for Constituency Games

    The National Sports Authority (NSA) has engaged media professionals to gather input for its upcoming Constituency Games. This initiative aims to strengthen grassroots sports development across Ghana. The NSA's Resource Mobilisation and Partnership Committee led the consultative meeting in Accra. The committee seeks to ensure the games are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to community needs. This engagement highlights the NSA's commitment to broad stakeholder involvement in national sports programs. The Constituency Games will provide opportunities for young people and identify new talent.

    Kofi Asante|1h ago
    World
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    NEWSomalia Child Hunger Crisis Deepens After Aid Cuts

    Somalia faces a deepening child hunger crisis, with a 32 percent increase in severe acute malnutrition cases in the first half of 2026. This surge follows significant cuts to international aid, forcing over 200 health facilities to close. UNICEF warns that nearly 1.9 million children are projected to be malnourished this year, exacerbated by drought, rising costs, and reduced humanitarian funding.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1h ago
    Energy & Resources

    NEWECG announces temporary power outages in Tema and Ashanti Regions

    The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled temporary power outages in parts of the Tema and Ashanti Regions. These outages, lasting between three and eight hours, are for emergency and planned maintenance work. The exercises aim to improve service delivery and maintain the reliability of the electricity distribution network. Residents and businesses in affected areas must prepare for these disruptions.

    Yaw Osei|1h ago

    Economy

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    Economy

    CAGD to Close Unauthorized Public Bank Accounts

    Ghana's Controller and Accountant-General's Department (CAGD) has ordered the closure of all unauthorized bank accounts held by public institutions. This directive mandates that any funds in these accounts will be transferred to the Consolidated Fund. The move aims to strengthen financial oversight and ensure compliance with the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921).

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3h ago

    Ghana Health Service Lawsuits Double, GHS 400 Million Financial Exposure

    Ama Mensah|4h ago

    Galamsey Now a Livelihood, Not Just Illegal Mining, Says Senyo Hosi

    Nana Yaw Amoako|5h ago

    GoldBod Shifts Gold Purchases to Interbank Rate, CEO Announces

    Ama Mensah|7h ago

    Business

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    Business

    Surveyors Reject Misconduct Claims Over Road Project Compensation Differences

    The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has refuted claims that differences in compensation assessments for road projects automatically indicate professional misconduct or deliberate inflation. This response follows allegations by the Roads and Highways Minister, Governs Kwame Agbodza, who suggested reporting surveyors to EOCO for allegedly inflating claims. GhIS emphasizes that legitimate differences can arise from various factors and asserts its commitment to fair, evidence-based valuations, while also engaging authorities to review disputed cases.

    Ekow Quansah|2h ago

    N12 Highway Project 4% Complete, Aims to Cut Robberies

    Esi Larbi|4h ago

    Ghana Car Importers Face Hidden Costs and Clearance Delays

    Kwame Kusi|7h ago

    Ghana Secures €2 Million for Pharmaceutical Innovation

    Kwesi Boateng|8h ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Accra Faces 15-Hour Power Outage Due to Damaged Transmission Tower

    Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo) is undertaking emergency repairs on a damaged transmission tower in Ashaiman, leading to a 15-hour power interruption across parts of Accra on Sunday, August 23. The outage, from 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., will affect residential and commercial areas, impacting daily activities and businesses. This disruption follows damage to the Tema–Achimota 161kV transmission line caused by a fuel tanker explosion during welding work.

    Akosua Boateng|4h ago

    Ghana Urged to Prioritise Power Sector Spending Amid Blackouts

    Akosua Boateng|6h ago

    Frequent Power Trips Expose Ghana Transmission System Weaknesses

    Akosua Boateng|8h ago

    Frequent Power Trips Threaten Ghana's Electricity Grid

    Akosua Boateng|8h ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Ghana Plants 16,000 Shea Seedlings to Boost Economy

    Ghana has launched a major shea enrichment planting initiative in the Upper West Region, with 16,000 shea seedlings planted. This effort aims to restore degraded lands, boost biodiversity, and transition the region from raw commodity export to industrial value addition. The project is a collaborative effort involving CIKOD, the Lawra Municipal Assembly, and the Global Shea Alliance, addressing ecological threats and future global demand for shea.

    Abena Owusu|2h ago

    Cocoa Marketing Company Begins 24-Hour Export Operations

    Dr. Nana Asare|2h ago

    Cocoa Marketing Company Launches 24-Hour Export Model

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Pesticide Air Pollution Linked to Farmers' Illnesses, 28,000 Deaths Annually

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Mfantsiman Old Girls Seek Support for Stalled ICT Library Project

    The Mfantsiman Old Girls Association (MOGA) has launched an appeal for financial support to complete an ultra-modern Information and Communication Technology (ICT) library at Mfantsiman Girls Senior High School. The project, intended to enhance students' access to digital learning, has stalled due to financial constraints. MOGA is calling on the government, corporate Ghana, and other stakeholders to contribute to the completion of this vital educational infrastructure.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|8h ago

    Power Outages Threaten Ghana Digital Service Costs, NITA Warns

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    EduSpots Launches Digital Champions Programme for 52 Communities

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    SIC Insurance Profit Surges to GHS 84 Million in 2025

    SIC Insurance PLC reported a significant profit after tax of GHS 84.05 million for the 2025 financial year. This represents a 57.3 percent increase from the previous year. The company also declared a dividend of 10.22 pesewas per share for its shareholders. Strong insurance revenue and improved investment income drove this performance, with fire and motor insurance being key contributors. Total assets reached GHS 1.53 billion, demonstrating robust growth and financial health.

    Kwame Kusi|3h ago

    GoldBod CEO Defends Institution Against Misinformation Campaigns

    Kwame Kusi|8h ago

    Ghana Chamber of Mines Praises Adamus Resources Agreement

    Kwesi Boateng|11h ago

    Partey Joins Saudi Club Al Shabab as Free Agent

    Kwesi Boateng|17h ago

    Research

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    Research

    Ghana National Research Fund Shifts Focus to Economic Impact

    The Ghana National Research Fund (GNRF) will now prioritise research that directly addresses national needs and contributes to Ghana's socio-economic development. Nashiru Salifu, Deputy Director of Research and Innovation, stated this new focus moves beyond traditional academic research. The GNRF aims to ensure knowledge and technology transfer for tangible benefits to Ghanaians, measuring its success by economic impact. This strategic shift includes competitive research programmes, talent development, and infrastructure support, fostering partnerships between academia and industry to solve real-world problems like air pollution.

    Abena Frimpong|4h ago

    Film Review: MyJoyOnline Publishes September Movie Guide

    Dr. Nana Asare|18h ago

    Ghana's Digital Discourse 70% Personality-Driven, IMANI Reports

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Breast Care International Launches Project to Track Cancer Patients

    Abena Frimpong|1d ago

    World

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    World

    Volta Region Seeks US Investment for Lithium and Natural Resources

    Dr. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, Volta Regional Representative on the Council of State, has met with American investor John P. Rochon to discuss potential investments in the Volta Region. The discussions focused on lithium exploration and other natural resources, aiming to attract foreign capital and create local value addition. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to boost economic development and job creation in the region.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|3h ago

    US Investor Explores Volta Region's Lithium and Resource Opportunities

    Nana Yaw Amoako|23h ago

    Miss Tourism Ghana Event Highlights Cultural Promotion

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Guinea-Bissau Rapper's Killing Deepens Political Crisis

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

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