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    Former MP Adwoa Safo Suffers Gunshot Injury

    Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, sustained a gunshot injury to her left ear during an incident at Kwabenya, Greater Accra Region. The Ghana Police Service is investigating, while a lawyer for the Kristo Asafo Church alleges Adwoa Safo fired the first shot during a disturbance at a church event.

    Kofi Asante|2h ago
    Economy

    PIAC Alarmed by Poor Petroleum Project Management

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Former MP Adwoa Safo Injured in Alleged Shooting Incident

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3h ago
    Technology

    Ghana Technical Universities Urged to Reform for AI Era

    Ama Mensah|4h ago
    Economy

    UN invests GHS 1.5 billion in Ghana initiatives

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|7h ago

    Research

    Research

    Fans get health reminder during World Cup season

    A health expert has advised World Cup fans to prioritize breathing, hydration, and healthy snacking during the emotional intensity of matches. This advice comes as June is Men's Health Month, tapping into football's large male audience. The recommendation addresses the physiological stress responses experienced by fans, offering practical tips like 'Stoppage-Time Breathing' and a focus on water intake over sugary or alcoholic drinks, especially in hot climates.

    Abena Frimpong|9h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Wole Soyinka Demands Actionable Reparations Strategy

    Nobel Laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has called on African leaders to implement concrete strategies for reparatory justice. Speaking in Accra, Soyinka emphasized moving past academic discussions to achieve restitution for the transatlantic slave trade and colonial exploitation. He also highlighted how current governance failures undermine Africa's moral authority.

    Kofi Asante|11h ago
    Energy & Resources

    Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Again, US Disputes Claim Amid Switzerland Talks

    Iran announced it closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The US denied the closure, stating traffic continues. These events unfold as US and Iranian delegations meet in Switzerland for peace talks.

    Yaw Osei|11h ago

    Economy

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    Economy

    Ghana seeks Canadian investment in agro-processing, mining, digital economy

    The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has marketed agro-processing, mining, and the digital economy to Canadian investors in Toronto. GIPC CEO Simon Madjie highlighted Ghana's political stability and its role as a West African gateway to attract crucial foreign capital. This initiative aims to drive Ghana's economic recovery and growth, focusing on sectors that can create jobs and reduce reliance on raw commodity exports.

    Ama Mensah|14h ago

    Hackman Owusu-Agyeman Backs St Augustine's GHS 5.4 Million Teacher Housing Project

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta faces public assault risk

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Ghana's Overlapping Mining Royalty Rules Undermine Revenue Management

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Turnover Hits GHS 10.91 Billion

    Ghana's Fixed Income Market recorded a total turnover of GHS 10.91 billion in the week ending June 19, 2026. This represents a 9.25% drop from the previous week's GHS 12.02 billion. The decline occurred despite strong interest in Treasury bills and increased sell-buy-back transactions, as trading in Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bonds and corporate securities decreased significantly.

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    New SpaceX listing valued at 2 trillion US dollars

    Dr. Nana Asare|2d ago

    Bond Market Turnover Rises 343% to GHS 7.16 Billion

    Dr. Nana Asare|3d ago

    Business

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    Business

    VAT Exemption Removal Hits Ghana Vehicle Assembly Output

    Ghana's vehicle assembly industry faces a significant setback as the removal of a Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption has weakened the competitiveness of locally produced vehicles against imported alternatives. This policy change risks undermining Ghana's ambition to become a major automotive manufacturing hub in West Africa. Assemblers report reduced demand and paused expansion plans due to higher prices, impacting a sector that has attracted global brands and created jobs. Industry players are advocating for the reinstatement of the VAT exemption to support local production, boost investor confidence, and ensure the long-term viability of the Ghana Automotive Development Policy.

    Kwame Kusi|16h ago

    MobileMoney Fintech Records GHS 1.7 Billion Revenue in Q1 2026

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    MobileMoney Fintech Limited Records GHS 1.7 Billion in Q1 2026 Revenue

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Wa West Stalled School Project Resumes After Decade

    Esi Larbi|1d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Ghana Charcoal Exports Linked to 320kg Meth Seizure in Australia

    Australian authorities seized 320kg of methamphetamine worth an estimated $210 million street value, hidden in charcoal bags shipped from Ghana. The Energy Commission, responsible for approving charcoal exports, has not publicly linked Australia as a primary destination for Ghana's charcoal, raising concerns about regulatory oversight and Ghana's increasing role in the illicit drug trade.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|13h ago

    Education Ministry Halts SHS Graduations, Bans Lavish Celebrations

    Kofi Asante|22h ago

    Council of State Criticized for Partisan Composition

    Grace Adjei|1d ago

    NACOC Investigates 320 Kilograms Meth Seizure Linked to Ghana

    Kofi Asante|1d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    NEDCo Launches Digital Billing System for Accuracy and Speed

    Ghana's Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) has launched a new digital billing system and customer audit project. This initiative aims to eliminate delays and errors in electricity billing, moving from paper-based methods to real-time electronic delivery. The system promises enhanced customer convenience and revenue assurance for NEDCo.

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    Energy Reforms Boost Investor Confidence

    Yaw Osei|2d ago

    Jinapor details three pillars for Africa's energy transition

    Yaw Osei|2d ago

    Oil prices plunge after US and Iran peace deal

    Samuel Darko|2d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agribusiness Needs Patient Capital and Timely Government Support

    Ghanaian agribusinesses require patient financing and proactive government intervention to achieve sustainable growth and drive economic transformation. Solomon Armah Benjamin, President of the Pineapple Exporters Association of Ghana, emphasized that traditional lending models with quick return expectations are unsuitable for the long-term nature of agricultural investments. He advocated for a financing approach that recognizes the extended timelines needed for agricultural projects like irrigation systems to yield returns. Benjamin also urged the government to implement deliberate policies that nurture strategic sectors until they become self-sustaining.

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Ghana Government Owes Cocoa Farmers GHS 6.5 Billion

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    15 Nations Adopt Mombasa Declaration to Fight Illegal Fishing

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Complete Farmer Launches Satellite Tool to Boost Crop Yields

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    AIMS Ghana fellows develop urban heat solutions

    The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana and Imperial College London concluded their fourth Global Fellows Programme, focusing on solutions for urban heat. Forty doctoral researchers developed innovative projects, with Team PUMCLID winning for a comprehensive early warning system. This initiative aims to build climate resilience and supports Ghana's broader efforts in sustainable urban development.

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    PRAAD Warns Against Automating Poor Recordkeeping

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

    Africa Key to Global AI Health Innovation

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|3d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    England Players Decide Own Partey Handshake

    England's football players will individually choose whether to shake hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their FIFA World Cup match. Partey faces criminal charges in England but denies all allegations. The English FA will not issue a directive, focusing on the game instead. This decision comes as Partey returns to play after visa issues prevented his participation in Ghana's previous game.

    Kwesi Boateng|12h ago

    Ghana Considers Local Bids for Tarkwa Gold Mine Lease

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    NALAG President Calls for Corporate Investment in Education, Distributes 320,000 Books

    Kwame Kusi|2d ago

    Eni Ghana and AICS Partner for Sustainable Development Initiatives

    Kwame Kusi|2d ago

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