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    Politics & Policy

    NEWGovernment Sets 12-Month Roadmap for Adamus Resources Turnaround

    The Ghanaian government has established a 12-month roadmap to revitalize Adamus Resources, a gold mining company. This decision follows policy dialogue initiated by IMANI, a think tank, with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources. A six-member team will oversee the turnaround, focusing on liabilities to the Ghana Revenue Authority and seeking new equity partners. This move signals a balanced approach to regulatory enforcement and investor protection within Ghana's mining sector.

    Grace Adjei|7m ago
    Technology

    NEWUPSA Drives Student Research to Market Solutions

    Nana Yaw Amoako|37m ago
    Business

    NEWGhana Government Secures GHS 5.8 Billion in Oversubscribed T-Bills Auction

    Kwesi Boateng|52m ago
    Companies

    NEWAdamus Resources Embraces 12-Month Plan to Revive Mine Operations

    Kwame Kusi|53m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWNPP Ashanti Chairman Urges Return to Core Values After 1.1 Million Vote Loss

    Kofi Asante|1h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    NEWGhana's GHS 22 Billion Gold Programme Loss Overshadows FDI Inflow

    Ghana recorded US$2.62 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in 2025, a positive sign for the economy. However, the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) warns that this achievement is overshadowed by an estimated GHS 22 billion (US$1.7 billion) loss from the Domestic Gold Purchase Program (DGPP). The IERPP emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in managing public resources, arguing that such losses undermine investor confidence and economic stability.

    Ama Mensah|1h ago
    Business

    NEWNDC Volta Team Monitors Development Projects Across Four Districts

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Volta Regional Communication team has completed a monitoring exercise across four districts. The team assessed the status of ongoing and completed development projects in education, health, roads, and markets. This initiative aims to provide first-hand information on government interventions and their community impact.

    Ekow Quansah|1h ago
    Agriculture

    Illegal Mining Destroys 100 Acres of Farmland in Akyem Atobriso

    Illegal mining, known as galamsey, has destroyed over 100 acres of farmland in Akyem Atobriso, Eastern Region. This destruction impacts cocoa, oil palm, cocoyam, and cassava farms, threatening the livelihoods of local farmers. The Kwaebibrem Municipal Security Council has confiscated two excavators in response. This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of illegal mining's impact on Ghana's agricultural sector and food production.

    Abena Owusu|2h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    GSE Turnover Reaches GHS 10.38 Million Led by Three Stocks

    Trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange generated GHS 10.38 million in turnover on August 21, 2026. GCB Bank, MTN Ghana, and TotalEnergies Marketing Ghana were the primary drivers, contributing 81% of the total traded value. This concentration highlights a recurring pattern where a few large-cap stocks significantly influence market activity.

    Dr. Nana Asare|22h ago

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

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Ghana Stock Market Trades GHS 76.91 Million Amidst Index Decline

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Business

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    Business

    Republic Bank Habitat Fair Boosts Homeownership Opportunities

    The JoyNews-Republic Bank Habitat Fair 2026 successfully concluded, providing practical opportunities for homeownership. The event, held at the Achimota Retail Centre, brought together various industry players. It focused on connecting individuals with building materials, financing options, and property developers. This initiative aims to address Ghana's housing deficit and support economic growth in the construction sector. The fair underscored the importance of accessible housing solutions for national development.

    Kwame Kusi|5h ago

    Accra-Kumasi Expressway Clearing Nears Completion With Under 20km Remaining

    Ekow Quansah|14h ago

    Kpassa-Merimeri Road Undergoes Essential Filling and Levelling Works

    Esi Larbi|15h ago

    Canada Faces 50% US Tariffs After Trade Talks Collapse

    Kwesi Boateng|21h ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    COPEC Executive Criticises Government's 24-Hour Economy Market Focus

    Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of COPEC, has criticised the government's approach to the 24-hour economy initiative. He argues that public funds should not primarily construct markets. Amoah believes the government should instead focus on creating conditions like improved security and lighting. This would encourage businesses and consumers to participate in night-time economic activities. He suggests that building physical infrastructure without addressing key barriers risks wasting public money.

    Grace Adjei|5h ago

    Mahama receives AU chairmanship strategy reports

    Kofi Asante|11h ago

    PURC Unveils New Accra Headquarters to Bolster Utility Regulation

    Kofi Asante|13h ago

    Illegal Mining Surge: 98,000 Involved as Water Quality Worsens

    Nana Yaw Amoako|16h ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    GRIDCo Restores Power After Tema-Achimota Line Tower Replacement

    Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has successfully replaced a damaged transmission tower on the 161kV Tema-Achimota line, restoring power to affected areas in Greater Accra. The company also issued a stern warning against encroachment on its Right-of-Way corridors, setting a September 12, 2026 deadline for unauthorized structures to be removed.

    Akosua Boateng|2h ago

    ECG Schedules 8-Hour Power Cut in Kumasi for Maintenance

    Yaw Osei|14h ago

    GNPC to Take Larger Commercial Role in Ghana's Oil Sector

    Samuel Darko|22h ago

    Hotels Spend 70 Percent of Operating Costs on Energy

    Yaw Osei|1d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Police Arrest Suspect in GHS 1.1 Million Fake Gold Scam

    Ghanaian police have arrested a suspect in a GHS 1.1 million fake gold scam, revealing a wider criminal operation. The incident highlights significant risks within Ghana's gold industry, prompting calls for increased vigilance among buyers and aggregators.

    Abena Owusu|3h ago

    Cocoa Marketing Company Launches 24-Hour Export Operations

    Dr. Nana Asare|22h ago

    Cocoa Marketing Company Launches 24-Hour Operations

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    CMC Launches 24-Hour Cocoa Operations to Boost Exports

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Ghana Must Lead Africa's AI Future Ama Pratt Urges

    Ama Pratt, Spokesperson to Ghana's Vice-President, stated that Africa must lead its own artificial intelligence (AI) future. She emphasized moving beyond simply adopting foreign technologies to actively shaping AI development, governance, and deployment. This approach ensures AI addresses African realities and avoids deepening existing inequalities.

    Ama Mensah|20h ago

    Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks Prompt Legal Action

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    UPSA Challenges Students to Develop Real-World Solutions

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|2d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    Government Grants Adamus Resources 12-Month Turnaround Plan

    Ghana's government has given Adamus Resources Limited a 12-month period to revive its mining operations. This decision reverses an earlier move to revoke three of the company's mining leases. A new joint management team will oversee the turnaround plan, which includes settling liabilities and attracting new capital. This marks a shift from the government's previous intention to take full administrative control of the mine.

    Kwame Kusi|13h ago

    Labadi Beach Hotel Plans New Investments After 35 Years

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Assemblies of God Ghana Clears Ecobank Debt, Reduces Overdraft by GHS 3.2 Million

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    Adamus Resources Limited Receives Government Lifeline

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Research

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    Research

    Prostate Cancer Diagnoses Surge in UK

    Prostate cancer diagnoses in the UK are occurring every eight minutes, with 68,000 new cases annually. The number of men living with the disease has surged by 100,000 since 2020, reaching 600,000. Macmillan Cancer Support warns that common myths prevent early detection, as early-stage prostate cancer often shows no symptoms. This rise is partly attributed to an aging population, though specific groups like Black men face higher risks. The UK National Screening Committee advises against universal PSA testing but supports expanded screening for high-risk individuals.

    Abena Frimpong|4h ago

    Accra Air Pollution Exceeds WHO Limits on City Streets

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Tupac Murder Accused Told Police Nephew Fired Fatal Shots

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    World

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    World

    Tunisia Migrant Boat Sinks, Eight Bodies Recovered

    Tunisian coast guard forces recovered eight bodies after a migrant boat sank en route to Italy. The vessel, carrying 15 people, capsized off the Tunisian coast. One survivor was rescued, while six others remain missing. This incident highlights the dangers of the central Mediterranean migration route.

    Ama Mensah|4h ago

    Swedish Sword Attack Victim Identified as 17-Year-Old Girl

    Ama Mensah|19h ago

    Volta Region Seeks US Investment for Lithium and Natural Resources

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    US Investor Explores Volta Region's Lithium and Resource Opportunities

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

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