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    NEWFamily Businesses Face Survival Risk Due to Succession Gaps

    The International Finance Corporation (IFC) warned that weak succession planning and governance gaps threaten the survival of family-owned businesses. This issue globally affects many African firms struggling to transfer leadership from founders. Effective governance frameworks are crucial for long-term continuity and economic contribution. Family businesses create about 90% of jobs in Africa and are central to private sector growth.

    Kwame Kusi|14m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWNew Warfare Risks Global Stability

    Grace Adjei|14m ago
    Companies

    NEWMusic Industry Summit Boosts Brand Partnerships and Contracts

    Kwame Kusi|15m ago
    Economy

    NEWGhana to measure development beyond GDP

    Ama Mensah|29m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWFDA Seizes 4,504 Unregistered Cosmetics Nationwide

    Grace Adjei|30m ago

    Business

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    NEWGIADEC secures €300 million investment for aluminium expansion

    Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Italy's Danieli & C. Officine Meccaniche S.p.A. The agreement promises a €300 million investment to build an aluminium foil rolling plant and a Centre of Excellence in Ghana. This move aims to boost the country's industrialization and shift away from raw material exports.

    Kwame Kusi|45m ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWGhana boosts drug fight with mobile detectors, airport scanner upgrades

    Ghana has equipped its Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) with new mobile drug detection devices and is replacing body scanners at Kotoka International Airport. These upgrades aim to enhance the country's ability to detect and prevent sophisticated drug trafficking, following recent successes against international syndicates. The initiative underscores Ghana's commitment to reinforcing border security and operational efficiency against narcotics, with support from the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

    Grace Adjei|1h ago
    Politics & Policy

    NEWGhana to Update 63-Year-Old Rent Law This Year

    Ghana's government will introduce new legislation to Parliament by year-end, replacing the 63-year-old Rent Act of 1963 and the Rent Control Law of 1986. The Minister for Works and Housing, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, announced this move, stating that the current laws are outdated and do not reflect Ghana's modern housing market. The proposed Consolidated Rent Act aims to balance tenant protections with landlord interests and encourage private sector investment in housing.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago

    Economy

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    NEWFormer MP Alleges GHS 1.8 Billion Kickbacks in Agenda 111 Hospital Contracts

    Former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Agyapong, has alleged that New Patriotic Party (NPP) members have engaged in corrupt practices within the Agenda 111 hospital projects. He claims they sold contracts to themselves and took 10% kickbacks, leading to inflated costs and significant delays. These accusations suggest potential state fund leakages amounting to over GHS 1.8 billion, impacting the vital healthcare infrastructure initiative.

    Ama Mensah|1h ago

    Former TVET Director-General Calls for Stronger Industry Partnerships to Boost Employability

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3h ago

    Bosome Freho District Pays 100 Street Sweepers GHS 500 Monthly

    Ama Mensah|3h ago

    Ghana's Inflation to Hit 12.8% by 2027

    Ama Mensah|5h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Ghana Fixed Income Market Turnover Hits GHS 3.59 Billion

    Ghana's Fixed Income Market recorded a substantial 81.42% rise in turnover to GHS 3.59 billion on Thursday, June 25, 2026. This surge was primarily due to strong activity in Treasury bills, which accounted for GHS 2.75 billion of the total. Despite the higher turnover, the number of individual trades decreased by 23.59%, indicating larger transaction sizes dominated the market.

    Abena Owusu|14h ago

    GCB Shares Rise 3.92% as Kasapreko Falls on GSE

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    NEWKAIPTC Commandant Urges Integrity and Perseverance in African Leadership

    Air Vice Marshal David A. Akrong, Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, emphasized integrity and perseverance as critical for Africa's future leadership. He stated that ethical leadership and unwavering commitment are essential to overcome the continent's development challenges. This call for ethical governance reflects ongoing discussions on corruption and weak ethical standards in African public life.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago

    NEWCabinet Directs New State Assets Protection Bill 2026

    Grace Adjei|1h ago

    Torkornoo Seeks Supreme Court Review of May 28 Ruling

    Kofi Asante|3h ago

    Larry Dogbe Jailed Seven Days for Contempt in Defamation Case

    Kofi Asante|5h ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    NEWMission 300 Connects 50 Million Africans to Electricity

    The Mission 300 initiative, a joint World Bank Group and African Development Bank Group effort, has connected 50 million Africans to electricity since July 2023. This rapid progress signifies a major acceleration in Africa's electrification drive, aiming to connect 300 million people by 2030. The initiative focuses on overcoming bottlenecks in the power sector and coordinating investments.

    Yaw Osei|1h ago

    Africa Faces Industrialization Paradox Amidst Climate Demands

    Akosua Boateng|6h ago

    Fuel Levy Clears GHS 95 Billion Energy Debts, Boosts Credit

    Yaw Osei|9h ago

    PURC Defends Higher Electricity Tariffs, Cites GHS 1.05 Billion Monthly Gas Costs

    Samuel Darko|11h ago

    Agriculture

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    NEWNew National Shea Platform launched to boost Ghana exports

    Ghana's Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has launched the National Shea Commodity Platform in Tamale. This new digital system aims to modernize the shea value chain across the country. It will improve market transparency and support climate-resilient agriculture practices. The platform will help connect women shea nut collectors directly with buyers, reducing the need for intermediaries and promoting fairer prices. This move seeks to boost Ghana's shea exports and create more jobs.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1h ago

    Two men granted GHS 200,000 bail over gold theft

    Dr. Nana Asare|10h ago

    Cashew producer price tops GHS 12 per kilogram for 2026

    Dr. Nana Asare|19h ago

    Ghana intensifies plant genetic conservation as biodiversity declines

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Digital Conference to Bridge AI Knowledge Gap

    Professor Andy Asare of Calgary University will chair a free virtual conference on Artificial Intelligence and data science on June 27, 2026. This third annual event aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application, particularly for developing nations like Ghana. The conference will explore how AI can revolutionize critical sectors and support Ghana's new GHS 250 million National Artificial Intelligence Strategy.

    Ama Mensah|5h ago

    AI Data Centres Consume 670,000 Barrels of Oil Daily

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    Ghanaian Startup Relay Processes GHS 70,000 in First Days

    Ama Mensah|2d ago

    Companies

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    Telecel Sponsors 69th Asantehene Open Golf Championship

    Telecel Ghana is the headline sponsor of the 69th Asantehene Open Golf Championship, a significant cultural and sports event in Kumasi. The sponsorship, active since 2017, forms part of Telecel's Ashanti Month activities, which include community outreach and donations. This initiative aims to foster community engagement and regional development, bringing together over 150 golfers from across Africa.

    Kwesi Boateng|2h ago

    Weak Succession Planning Threatens Family Businesses in Ghana

    Kwame Kusi|12h ago

    Ghana Music Awards USA 2026 Partners WatsUp TV for Global Reach

    Kwesi Boateng|19h ago

    Ferrari Marketing Boss Departs After Electric Car Backlash

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

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