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    NEWGhanaian Engineer Ing. Ebenezer Kwadjo Dankyi Receives Africa–UK Award

    Ghanaian automotive engineer Ing. Ebenezer Kwadjo Dankyi received the Africa–UK Excellence in Automobile Engineering Award at the Africa–UK Diaspora Trade and Investment Summit and Awards. This honour recognizes his significant contributions to advancing automotive engineering, fostering technical education, and promoting skills development across Africa over three decades. His work focuses on modern automotive technologies, advanced diagnostics, and training, empowering individuals and contributing to socio-economic development.

    Kwesi Boateng|6m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWNPP Executives Petition to Annul Regional Election Over Irregularities

    Kofi Asante|6m ago
    Business

    NEWKeta Water Project stalls despite GHS 1 billion funding

    Ekow Quansah|49m ago
    Agriculture

    NEWGoldBod Reclaims 50 Hectares of Degraded Land

    Abena Owusu|50m ago
    Politics & Policy
    Breaking

    NEWForesters demand arrests after GHS 2 million checkpoint attack

    Grace Adjei|50m ago

    Politics & Policy

    Politics & Policy

    NEWGhana and Burkina Faso Reaffirm Shared Border

    Ghana and Burkina Faso have launched a week-long initiative to reaffirm their shared land boundary, starting on June 16, 2026, in Pô, Burkina Faso. This effort seeks to deepen bilateral cooperation and foster regional integration, culminating in the relaunch of the Joint Ghana–Burkina Faso Land Boundary Reaffirmation Exercise on June 22, 2026, at Dakola. The initiative follows earlier agreements between the foreign ministers of both nations.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWOSP clarifies non-involvement in Ofori-Atta US immigration court processes

    The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified it was not involved in US immigration court proceedings for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. The OSP states that a reported US permanent residency for Ofori-Atta does not validate or invalidate criminal charges against him in Ghana. The agency maintains that Ghanaian courts will determine Ofori-Atta's guilt or innocence.

    Grace Adjei|1h ago
    Business

    NEWNPP Criticized for Afari Hospital Delay

    Kennedy Agyapong has publicly stated the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government did not complete the Afari Military Hospital, a major infrastructure project, during its eight years in power. This admission highlights concerns about the continuity of critical development projects across successive administrations in Ghana. The hospital project, initiated under a previous NPP government and advanced by the NDC, remains unfinished, sparking debate on political accountability and national development priorities.

    Esi Larbi|1h ago

    Economy

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    NEWPresidency compensation budget rises 148% to GHS 248 million

    Ghana's Presidency projects a 148% increase in its compensation budget for 2026, rising to GHS 248 million from GHS 100 million in 2025. This surge, despite a reported reduction in presidential appointees, is attributed to inherited salary determinations, ex gratia payments, and staffing changes. The Minister for Government Communications stated that the figure incorporates obligations predating the current administration, including back pay and statutory entitlements for former officials. However, a detailed breakdown of these components is not yet available, sparking renewed calls for greater transparency in public expenditure reporting.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1h ago

    Six in 10 Ghanaians consider emigration amid economic hardship

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|2h ago

    Ofori-Atta Not Received Formal Criminal Charges in Ghana

    Ama Mensah|2h ago

    Mahama Government Accused of Selective Salary Payments, Withholding Arrears from Akufo-Addo Staff

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2h ago

    Business

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    NEWDBG expands GHS 2 billion long-term financing for businesses

    Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has launched activities to mark its fifth anniversary, reiterating its commitment to enhancing access to long-term financing for businesses. The bank aims to support private sector-led economic transformation by providing patient capital through partner financial institutions. This initiative targets critical sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and services, which are vital for job creation and economic resilience. DBG's model addresses the challenge of short-term, expensive commercial lending, which often hinders the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises in Ghana.

    Kwame Kusi|1h ago

    NEWBank of Ghana Warns Banks Despite GHS 493.9 Billion Asset Growth

    Kwesi Boateng|1h ago

    Ghana International Bank names Ian Greenstreet CEO

    Kwame Kusi|2h ago

    BoG Calls for Increased Bank Lending to Productive Sectors to Boost Economy

    Kwesi Boateng|2h ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    African Leaders Urge Gas Wealth Transformation

    Senior energy and industry leaders from across Africa have called for urgent, coordinated action to develop integrated infrastructure to convert the continent's vast natural gas resources into tangible economic prosperity. Meeting at the West Africa Gas Summit in Accra, they stressed the need for sound policy, resilient infrastructure, and genuine regional collaboration. Ghana's Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, highlighted Ghana's 80% reliance on gas for power. Nigerian Minister Dr. Obongemem Ekperikpe Ekpo noted Africa's 600 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves alongside 600 million people without electricity. Calls were made for political will, regional partnerships, and financial discipline to ensure payment for gas supplies.

    Samuel Darko|3h ago

    Energy Commission launches seventh Renewable Energy Challenge

    Yaw Osei|9h ago

    African Leaders Call for Action to Monetize Gas Reserves

    Samuel Darko|12h ago

    US-Iran Deal Offers Slow Oil Flow Recovery Prospects

    Samuel Darko|13h ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    COCOBOD's GHS 26.5 Billion Debt Under Scrutiny

    Ghana's cocoa sector faces intense scrutiny as 'The COCOBOD Files' project investigates the Ghana Cocoa Board's financial situation. The project highlights concerns about a GHS 26.5 billion debt exposure, governance issues, and farmer payment practices between 2017 and 2026.

    Abena Owusu|6h ago

    Ghana Launches Organic Certification Scheme, Targets GHS 2.6 Billion Global Market

    Abena Owusu|8h ago

    COCOBOD CEO Urges Deeper Trust in Ghana–Côte d’Ivoire Cocoa Partnership

    Abena Owusu|8h ago

    Ghana Maintains Cocoa Prices While Côte d'Ivoire Cuts 16 June 2026

    Dr. Nana Asare|10h ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Cryptocurrency transactions in Ghana reach 3 billion GHS

    Ghana processed an estimated GHS 3 billion in cryptocurrency transactions in 2024, placing it among the top five countries in Sub-Saharan Africa for crypto adoption. This digital money, unlike the Ghanaian Cedi, exists purely online, secured by global computer networks. Cryptocurrencies offer faster and cheaper alternatives for remittances and business transactions, addressing high fees and slow traditional bank transfers.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|5h ago

    Microsoft shareholders sue over Azure growth, AI spending impact

    Ama Mensah|13h ago

    Telecel Ghana to Train 1,000 Ashanti Students in Digital Skills

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    African AI Development Key to Economic Future

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    NEWFidelity Bank Gives GHS 1 Million to Black Stars World Cup Fund

    Fidelity Bank Ghana has donated GHS 1 million to the Black Stars World Cup Fund. This contribution aims to support the national football team's preparations and participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The bank's Managing Director, Julian Opuni, presented the cheque, emphasizing the institution's commitment to national unity and youth development through sports. The Sports Minister, Kofi Iddie Adams, lauded the private sector's role in sports development and assured transparent management of the funds.

    Kwesi Boateng|1h ago

    Kasapreko Lists on GSE, Raises GHS 1.72 Billion in Oversubscribed IPO

    Kwesi Boateng|8h ago

    GSE Turnover Reaches GHS 46.38 Million, Kasapreko Gains 10%

    Kwame Kusi|13h ago

    Accra Brewery PLC Launches New Bar Support Program

    Kwame Kusi|22h ago

    Research

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    Research

    Maverick Research appoints former NielsenIQ executive Justin Sargent

    Maverick Research has appointed Justin Sargent, a former NielsenIQ executive, as its Strategic Advisor. This move aims to bolster the company's growth across Africa, leveraging Sargent's extensive experience in data analytics and consumer insights. The appointment is crucial as Maverick Research expands its market coverage and technological capabilities.

    Abena Frimpong|3h ago

    Ghana universities record 13 student deaths since 2024

    Abena Frimpong|6h ago

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    1Ghanaian Engineer Ing. Ebenezer Kwadjo Dankyi Receives Africa–UK Award2NPP Executives Petition to Annul Regional Election Over Irregularities3Keta Water Project stalls despite GHS 1 billion funding4GoldBod Reclaims 50 Hectares of Degraded Land5Foresters demand arrests after GHS 2 million checkpoint attack6Ghana and Burkina Faso Reaffirm Shared Border7OSP clarifies non-involvement in Ofori-Atta US immigration court processes8NPP Criticized for Afari Hospital Delay9Presidency compensation budget rises 148% to GHS 248 million10DBG expands GHS 2 billion long-term financing for businesses