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    NEWEuropean Angel Networks funnel early capital into African AI

    European angel investment networks are increasingly directing early-stage capital towards Africa's artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem. This shift marks a strategic move to tap into the continent's rapidly developing tech landscape. The Estonian Business Angels Network (EstBAN) is playing a key role in this cross-continental collaboration.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|0m ago
    Economy

    NEWSSNIT launches Membership Value Programme for broader contributor benefits

    Ama Mensah|0m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWSierra Leone Imposes Mandatory Online Health Declaration for All Travelers

    Grace Adjei|45m ago
    Technology

    NEWTrustGH Reports 3,000 Suspected Scam Phone Numbers

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1h ago
    Business
    Breaking

    NEWGhana waste management faces crisis without dedicated land

    Ekow Quansah|1h ago

    Politics & Policy

    Politics & Policy

    NEWGhana-South Africa relations hit lowest point over xenophobia

    Ghana's bilateral relations with South Africa have reached their lowest point due to persistent xenophobic attacks. Samuel Abu Jinapor, MP for Damongo, highlighted the severe impact these attacks have had on diplomatic ties, leading to deaths and displacements. He called for South Africa to take stronger action and for Ghana to continue diplomatic pressure through channels like the African Union to find a lasting solution and restore confidence.

    Grace Adjei|1h ago
    Technology

    NEWCyber Security Authority warns of rising online blackmail, GHS 500,000 lost

    Ghana's Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued a warning about a surge in online blackmail, often involving intimate videos obtained through online hookups. The CSA reported that victims have lost almost GHS 500,000 in just four months. Criminals lure individuals into video calls, record intimate moments, and then demand money under threat of releasing the videos. The CSA urges caution and immediate reporting of such incidents, collaborating with the Ghana Police Service for arrests and prosecutions.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1h ago
    World

    NEWMahama Pledges Upper West Academic Hub Investment

    President John Mahama pledged to transform Ghana's Upper West Region into a hub for academic excellence. This involves significant investments in education, water infrastructure, renewable energy, and digital connectivity. The commitment aims to improve educational outcomes and enhance the region's overall development.

    Ama Mensah|1h ago

    Economy

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    NEWESPA Calls for Dedicated Funding for National Cleanup

    The Environmental Service Providers Association (ESPA) has proposed that the government allocate a dedicated budget for the upcoming two-day national clean-up exercise. ESPA's Executive Secretary, Ama Ofori Antwi, highlighted that insufficient funding could undermine the entire sanitation campaign. This call underscores ongoing challenges in managing Ghana's waste and maintaining public health standards, linking directly to national development goals.

    Ama Mensah|1h ago

    NEWGhana Needs New Workforce Strategy For Changing Job Market

    Ama Mensah|1h ago

    No Wrongful Rejection of HIV Positive Recruits Confirmed

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2h ago

    Nearly 1,600 District Projects Untraceable After Audit

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    Ghana bond market turnover jumps 56% to GHS 2.44 billion

    Ghana's secondary bond market recorded a 56.45% increase in turnover, reaching GHS 2.44 billion. Trading activity concentrated heavily on bonds maturing between 2031-2034 and 2027-2030, signaling renewed investor interest in medium-term government debt. This surge is attributed to expectations of continued market support from a new government issuance calendar.

    Abena Owusu|10h ago

    GSE Turnover Falls to GHS 9.56 Million Amidst Kasapreko Dominance

    Dr. Nana Asare|16h ago

    Ghana Treasury Bill Rates Edge Up After New Auction

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Business

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    NEWPolice impound 188 vehicles in Kumasi traffic enforcement

    Ghana Police Service conducted a special operation in Kumasi, impounding 188 vehicles for various traffic violations including unauthorised sirens and illegal use of road shoulders. The enforcement aims to improve road safety and reduce congestion, with plans for similar operations nationwide.

    Ekow Quansah|1h ago

    NEWFinancial Sector Fraud Cases Jump 48% to 24,778, GHS 101 Million at Risk

    Kwesi Boateng|1h ago

    African Banks Encounter Digital Asset Imperative

    Kwame Kusi|2h ago

    Rural Banks Record 51% of Ghana's Cash Suppression Cases Amid Fraud Decline

    Kwesi Boateng|5h ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Jackdaw Gas Field Emissions Deemed Minor by Owner Adura

    Adura, owner of the controversial Jackdaw gas field, released an updated Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) stating its emissions will not significantly worsen global warming. The report claims the project will account for less than 0.02% of annual global greenhouse gases. This assessment was a requirement from regulators after a previous submission was deemed inadequate, and followed a legal challenge by environmental groups that successfully argued for a more detailed climate review.

    Akosua Boateng|4h ago

    Oil Prices Rise Nearly 2 Percent After US Strikes in Iran

    Samuel Darko|14h ago

    Mahama receives UAE delegation for energy investment

    Yaw Osei|1d ago

    Oil Prices Rise Slightly Despite Increased Supply

    Yaw Osei|1d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    NEWGovernment identifies 50 locations for Farmers Service Centres

    President John Dramani Mahama announced the government has identified 50 locations for Farmers Service Centres across Ghana. 11 of these centres will begin operations this year. This initiative aims to modernise agriculture and improve support for farmers.

    Abena Owusu|1h ago

    Ghana’s Aquaculture Sector Sees Innovation Surge

    Dr. Nana Asare|6h ago

    Ghana Secures Gulf Deals for Processed Cocoa Products

    Abena Owusu|21h ago

    CMC Ghana Secures Gulf Deals for Semi-Finished Cocoa

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Ghana Digital Economy Fraud Cases Increase to 16,733

    Ghana’s digital financial sector reported 16,733 fraud cases in 2024, a 5.5% increase from the previous year. The total value at risk rose by 13% to GHS 99 million, according to the Bank of Ghana. This surge in fraud highlights weaknesses within the interconnected financial system as banks and fintechs argue over who faces stricter regulation, diverting focus from a collaborative, industry-wide solution.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|7h ago

    AI Adoption Spurs Economic Productivity

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|15h ago

    Ghana Digital Fraud Cases Rise to 16,733 in 2024

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    Companies

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    MediQas Ghana Donates GHS 300,000 Medical Equipment to Trust Fund

    Nivaansh MediQas Ghana Ltd. has donated medical equipment valued at GHS 300,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund. This contribution, comprising three Eaglenos Blood Gas Analysers and 75 test cartridges, aims to bolster specialist healthcare services by improving diagnostic capabilities across the country. The donation highlights the crucial role of private sector partnerships in strengthening Ghana's healthcare infrastructure and advancing patient care.

    Kwame Kusi|4h ago

    Gold Fields Lobbying Efforts Stalled Amid Diplomatic Tensions

    Kwesi Boateng|10h ago

    Oregon AG Seeks Court Order in Paramount Warner Bros Merger Probe

    Kwame Kusi|18h ago

    Businesses ignore customer rejections, lose valuable market insights

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    Research

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    Research

    Visa overstay data exploited for political aims globally

    In 2024, the US Department of Homeland Security reported 427,204 foreign nationals overstayed their visas, representing less than 1% of expected departures. Despite this high compliance, this data has been politically exploited to justify entry bans on 19 countries, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa. These targeted nations accounted for less than 0.3% of all overstays, highlighting a selective application of data for political rather than governance reasons. This manipulation transforms administrative voids in immigration systems into tools for nationalist agendas.

    Dr. Nana Asare|3h ago

    Ghana Standardises Food Measures After Wide Market Variations Found

    Dr. Nana Asare|15h ago

    Ghana Struggles with Non-Standard Food Measures GSS Finds

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    World

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    World

    NEWMahama Pledges Upper West Development Support

    President John Dramani Mahama has assured chiefs and residents of Ghana's Upper West Region that his administration will provide significant government support for the region's development. This commitment stems from the region's strategic importance as a gateway to Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel, with high potential in agriculture, cross-border trade, renewable energy, and tourism. The government plans to focus on infrastructure expansion, export development, and job creation, with specific initiatives like the Shea Park Resource Centre aimed at boosting value addition in agriculture.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago

    Ghana Delays South Africa Meetings Amid Xenophobia Outcry

    Nana Yaw Amoako|12h ago

    Police Recover GHS 12,273 and Motorbike in Tamale Extortion Arrests

    Nana Yaw Amoako|20h ago

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