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    NEWMövenpick Hotel Expands Community Hospitality Offerings

    Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra announced plans to expand its community-focused hospitality offerings. The hotel aims to make premium services more accessible to a wider range of Ghanaians, including families and businesses. This strategy involves flexible packages and community outreach, moving beyond a perception of luxury being only for the wealthy. The initiative coincides with the hotel's 15th anniversary in Ghana.

    Kwame Kusi|29m ago
    Technology

    NEWEP Church Secures Radio Frequency for Bremen Radio

    Ama Mensah|30m ago
    Companies

    NEWEvangelical Presbyterian Church Clears GHS 11.7 Million Debt

    Kwesi Boateng|30m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWWestern North NPP Election Results Spark Disagreement

    Grace Adjei|1h ago
    Economy

    NEWGhana Government Exceeds T-Bill Target by 88% as Interest Rates Fall

    Ama Mensah|1h ago

    Politics & Policy

    Politics & Policy

    Health Minister Urges Boards to Avoid Operational Interference

    Ghana's Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has warned health institution boards against interfering in daily management. He emphasized the importance of separating governance from administration to improve accountability and ensure efficient use of public resources. This directive came during a corporate governance training retreat in Ho, aiming to strengthen the health sector's operational effectiveness and financial prudence.

    Kofi Asante|2h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Ghana and Netherlands Sign Pact to Combat Illicit Drug Trade

    Ghana and the Netherlands have signed a Letter of Intent to enhance joint efforts against illicit drugs and dismantle associated criminal networks. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed the pact, which builds on the Accra Call to Action. This cooperation aims to disrupt the trafficking of cocaine, synthetic drugs, and illicit financial flows between the two nations. The initiative seeks to protect communities, uphold the rule of law, and secure a safer future for young people by tackling the economic and social damage caused by drug markets. The agreement underscores Ghana's commitment to international partnerships in combating transnational crime and its financial underpinnings.

    Kofi Asante|2h ago
    Research

    Rev. Prof. Frederick Amevenku Elected E.P. Church Moderator

    Rev. Prof. Frederick Mawusi Amevenku has been elected the 15th Moderator of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG). He secured 72.55% of the votes in an election held on August 15, 2026. Prof. Amevenku will officially take office on January 1, 2027, leading one of Ghana's oldest Christian denominations. His mandate includes improving the Church's financial health and integrating more technology. This leadership change comes as religious institutions increasingly adapt to modern challenges and economic realities.

    Abena Frimpong|2h ago

    Economy

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    Ghana Road Crashes Claim 2,500 Lives Annually

    Ghana faces a severe road safety crisis, with over 2,500 lives lost annually. Appiah Kusi Adomako of CUTS International calls for road crashes to be declared a public health emergency. He argues the government should allocate resources comparable to the COVID-19 response. This approach would integrate road safety into public health, transport planning, and infrastructure development. The current daily toll of eight deaths demands a stronger, more sustained national response.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|4h ago

    Duncan-Williams Warns GoldBod Faces Powerful Illegal Gold Movement

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|9h ago

    Labour Supports New Public Pay Commission, Demands Full Involvement

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|15h ago

    TDC Ghana Faces Housing Project Halt Threatening 1,000 Homes

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|22h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Ghana Bond Market Turnover Surges 149% to GHS 5.67 Billion

    Ghana's secondary bond market experienced a substantial surge in activity, with turnover increasing by 148.95% to GHS 5.67 billion last week. Investors primarily focused on bonds maturing between 2031 and 2034, which accounted for 72.70% of total trades. This heightened activity reflects improving real returns and anticipated reinvestment flows, signaling continued demand in the market.

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Location Outweighs House Size in Property Value, Says Architect Birmeh

    Dr. Nana Asare|2d ago

    Business

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    Ghana Introduces New Road Traffic Rules to Enhance Safety

    Ghana has implemented new road traffic rules designed to enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians. These regulations introduce a separate licensing regime for commercial drivers and emphasize stricter enforcement. Experts highlight the need to move beyond mere enforcement, advocating for a public health emergency declaration regarding road crashes. The National Road Safety Authority and other stakeholders are working to improve compliance and reduce the significant economic and social burden of road accidents.

    Esi Larbi|3h ago

    Stonebwoy Sells Out Wembley Arena, Boosting Ghana's Creative Economy

    Kwame Kusi|7h ago

    Ghana Must Prioritise Architects for Sustainable Development

    Ekow Quansah|15h ago

    GMA Pushes Port Efficiency Measures to Cut Shipping Delays

    Esi Larbi|1d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Diesel Prices Rise 1.39% as Petrol, LPG Fall in August

    Ghanaian consumers face mixed fuel price changes in the second half of August. Diesel prices are set to increase by 1.39%, while petrol and LPG prices will decrease by 2.90% and 0.93% respectively. This outlook from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) highlights the influence of international crude oil prices and the cedi's recent appreciation. The government's intervention on diesel margins continues to cushion consumers, but global geopolitical events still pose risks to fuel costs.

    Akosua Boateng|9h ago

    AKSA Power Deal Bribery Exposes Ghana System Failures

    Yaw Osei|20h ago

    ECG Announces Power Outages in Accra West and Central Regions

    Akosua Boateng|1d ago

    Aksa Power Plant Deal Lacked Value for Money, Says Analyst

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    Agriculture

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    Peru Launches Major Military Operation Against Illegal Gold Mining

    Peru has initiated Operation Mercury 2, a large-scale military crackdown on illegal gold mining within Tambopata National Park. This action comes as global gold prices have surged by 215% since 2019, fueling a destructive industry that has ravaged 344,000 acres of the Peruvian Amazon. The operation aims to establish a long-term multi-agency presence to prevent miners' return and address severe mercury contamination affecting local communities.

    Dr. Nana Asare|20h ago

    Ginger Prices Surge 111.3% in Ghana, GSS Flags Investment Opportunity

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Galamsey Threatens Ghana's Survival, Says Annoh-Dompreh

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Ghana Chamber of Mines Calls for Incentives to Boost Gold Refining

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Africa Must Build AI Solutions for Local Realities

    Africa must strategically develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions tailored to its specific challenges, moving beyond simply adopting foreign technologies. This approach can transform local constraints into global competitive advantages, fostering new industries and economic power centers. The continent's fragmented markets and infrastructure limitations require innovative AI applications in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and informal businesses.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    MTN Ghana Cuts Tariffs After VAT Reduction

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    NIS Cakes CEO Advocates Social Media for Business Growth

    Ama Mensah|2d ago

    Ghana's Digitalisation Boom Raises Local Ownership Concerns

    Ama Mensah|2d ago

    Companies

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    MTN Commits 1,500 New Scholarships, Launches Alumni Network

    MTN Ghana has launched its Bright Scholars Alumni Network, connecting over 1,200 past scholarship recipients. The company also announced a commitment to provide 1,500 new scholarships over the next three years, with 500 awarded this year. This initiative aims to bridge professional networking gaps and support continuous learning for young Ghanaians entering a competitive job market.

    Kwesi Boateng|21h ago

    KFC Ghana GHS 15 Anniversary Deal Draws Massive Crowds

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Kofi Amoako Attah Inducted into Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    MTN Ghana Contributes GHS 11.8 Billion to State Coffers in 2025

    Kwame Kusi|2d ago

    World

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    World

    Mahama to Launch GHS 1 Billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund Committee

    Former President John Dramani Mahama will inaugurate a committee next week to manage the GHS 1 billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund. This initiative aims to restore economic activity and improve movement for people, traders, and farmers in the conflict-affected Bawku area. The fund addresses the severe economic disruption caused by prolonged conflict, which has hindered trade and agricultural production. This move highlights a commitment to regional stability and economic recovery, with the committee's actions closely watched by residents and businesses.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    Gushegu MCE Confirms Targeted Killing of Chief and Son

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

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