World Bank approves US$360m to support Ghana’s economic resilience
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved US$360 million in funding from the International Development Association (IDA) to support Ghana’s ongoing efforts to restore macroeconomic stability and build a more resilient economy capable of creating jobs and withstanding future economic shocks. The approval marks a sign of international confidence in Ghana’s recovery trajectory […]
President Mahama to commission GoldBod Task Force on July 8 – Sammy Gyamfi
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi has announced that president John Dramani Mahama will officially launch the GoldBod Task Force on July 8, 2025. Mr. Gyamfi stated that the Task Force’s work will help protect Ghana’s mineral wealth and ensure that the nation gets the full benefits from its gold […]
Live: Ghana observes National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving
Ghana is today, July 1, 2025 observing the maiden National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. The maiden edition is under the theme “Reset, Reflect and Renew for National Prosperity”. The Christian Prayer and Thanksgiving Service is taking place this morning at the forecourt of the State […]
Death toll in India factory blast rises to 34
At least 34 people have been killed in a massive fire at a pharmaceuticals factory in the southern Indian state of Telangana, according to news agencies. The blast took place during work hours on Monday at a unit of Sigachi Industries, leaving several injured and in critical condition. “As many as 31 bodies have been […]
Beijing confirms it has signed a trade agreement with the US
The US and China have now signed a trade agreement, said China’s Ministry of Commerce on Friday, bringing the two economies further into alignment after the threat of a major trade war. A released statement said that China would continue to approve export permits of controlled items, and that the US would “cancel a series […]
OSP, AngloGold Ashanti team up to fight corruption in mining sector
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is intensifying its campaign against corruption in Ghana’s mining industry, starting with stakeholder engagement in Obuasi, Ashanti Region. The OSP joined forces with AngloGold Ashanti (AGA), one of the country’s major mining companies, to educate staff and stakeholders on the dangers and consequences of corruption […]
Education Minister bemoans low female enrolment in TVET Institutions
By: Godfred Anku Kaali The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu has toured some technical institutions in the Eastern Region serving as centres for the ongoing 2025 Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, TVET, Certificate II examination. A total of 55,295 candidates are partaking in the examination nationwide, consisting of 40,339 boys and 14,956 […]
Kudus Mohammed donates books and football kits to alma mater
By: Belinda Nketia Ghanaian midfielder Kudus Mohammed made a return to his former school in Accra, Nima Basic 1, on Monday June 30 2025 to donate football kits and books to the pupils as part of his #KudusDream initiative. The West Ham United star was welcomed by excited students and teachers at the school, where he began his basic education. The visit […]
AI threatens media integrity – Japanese Professor warns at JICA Chair Lecture in Accra
By: Gloria Anderson With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) reshaping the global media landscape, stakeholders in Ghana have been urged to adopt a strategic and cautious approach to its integration, drawing on lessons from Japan’s experience. This call was made at the 3rd JICA Chair event, jointly organised by the Japan International Cooperation Agency […]
Fuel prices likely to increase from July 1 – COMAC warns
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) is estimating an increase in the cost of petrol, diesel, and LPG at retail pumps. At a press conference in Accra, the Chief Executive of COMAC, Dr. Riverson Oppong, announced that petrol prices could rise by 2%, diesel by 5%, and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) […]
Nations FC appoints Kennedy Boakye Ansah as new CEO
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League club, Nations FC, has announced the appointment of Kennedy Boakye Ansah as the new Chief Executive Officer. Ansah, who previously served as the club’s Brands Manager, is set to lead the team’s administrative and strategic efforts moving forward. His promotion comes amid a period of transition for the club […]
Suspension of CJ: GBA renews calls for Torkornoo’s reinstatement
The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has renewed its call for a review of the decision to suspend Chief Justice (CJ) Gertrude Torkornoo. The appeal was made during the 43rd Martyrs’ Day commemoration, an event held in honour of Justices Frederick Opoku Sarkodie, Cecilia Koranteng-Addow, and Kwadw Agyei Agyepong, who were abducted and murdered on June […]
Former GIHOC MD Maxwell Kofi Jumah granted bail
Former Managing Director of GIHOC Distilleries, Mr Maxwell Kofi Jumah, has been granted bail in the sum of GHS500,000 with two sureties, following his arrest in connection with the alleged theft of company vehicles. His bail was granted on Monday, June 30, after he made an appearance at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) headquarters, where […]
2025 LEAP budget increased to reach 400,000 households – Gender Minister reveals
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection (MGCSP), Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has revealed that the government has significantly increased the 2025 Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) budget to cover about 400,000 households. “The Government has allocated GH₵953.5 million to the LEAP Programme in the 2025 budget, an increase from the […]
