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Electricity tariffs to go up by 2.45% from July 1
06/25/2025

Starting next month, Ghanaians will have to pay extra for power and water as tariffs for both are set to go up from July 1, 2025.

Government to restrict importation of plastic straws, others
06/25/2025

The Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESTI), Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has announced the government's intention to restrict the importation of products such as plastic straws as part of efforts to transition toward a circular economy.

Cedi holds steady at GH¢10.30 against a dollar on interbank market
06/25/2025

Ghana's local currency, the cedi, has maintained its rate on the interbank market against major trading currencies, particularly the US dollar.

SML Scandal: OSP arrests former GRA Commissioner-General, two others
06/25/2025

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has arrested former Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Rev Dr Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, and two others for their supposed role in the SML scandal.

Former GRA boss, two others arrested over role in $500 million SML scandal
06/25/2025

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has arrested former Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Rev Dr Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, and two others for their supposed role in the SML scandal.

SHS student who took exeat to visit ‘sick’ grandmother in Keta found dead after visiting boyfriend
06/25/2025

A tragic incident has occurred in Tomefa, a community near Amanfrom in the Ga South Municipality, where a 17-year-old Senior High School student identified as Gloria was found dead at her boyfriend’s residence after allegedly lying about visiting her sick grandmother.

‘Make him your flagbearer and you won’t even get 30% at the polls – Nigel Gaisie warns NPP over Ken Agyapong
06/25/2025

The Founder and leader of the Prophetic Hill Chapel, Prophet Nigel Gaisie, has warned the New Patriotic Party (NPP), cautioning that selecting Kennedy Agyapong as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections would lead to a devastating loss at the polls.

Richard Gyan-Mensah backs nuclear power as viable alternative power source for Ghana
06/25/2025

The Deputy Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah (MP), has thrown his full support behind the adoption of nuclear energy as a viable alternative power source for the nation.

Let’s leverage parliamentary friendship associations to deepen international diplomacy - Speaker Bagbin
06/25/2025

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has urged the Management Committee of the Parliamentary Friendship Association to foster strategic diplomacy, promote peace, expand trade, and encourage cultural exchanges with sister parliamentary associations across the world.

Chiefs propose reduction in minimum age for presidential aspirants
06/25/2025

Traditional leaders in the Upper West Region have proposed reducing the minimum age requirement for individuals seeking to contest presidential elections in Ghana, as the country begins the process of reviewing the 1992 Republican Constitution.

Africa World Airlines set for direct flights from Accra to Ouagadougou starting July 1
06/25/2025

Africa World Airlines (AWA) has launched its highly anticipated direct flight from Accra to Ouagadougou’s new Donsin International Airport.

ESS2025: Incorporating circular practices could spur GDP growth by 1.9%
06/25/2025

The Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, has revealed that adopting circular practices in Ghana could boost GDP growth by 1.

GRA set to introduce modify taxation programme
06/25/2025

The Ghana Revenue Authority will soon launch a new initiative to target micro and small businesses to file their taxes in a flexible and simplified manner through-out the country.

'Prophets have died because of your loose talk and lies' - Nigel Gaisie slams Ken's candidacy
06/25/2025

The Founder and Leader of Prophetic Hill Chapel, Prophet Nigel Gaisie, has launched a spiritual attack on New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential hopeful Kennedy Agyapong, accusing him of endangering the lives of prophets and disrespecting the church.

Why MP for Wulensi was nearly banned from his constituency ahead of 2024 elections
06/25/2025

The Member of Parliament for Wulensi, Stanley Yaw Nandaya, has opened up about intense pressure and even threats from his constituents that pushed him to contest the 2024 general election outside his party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Election is not about popularity; if you're incompetent, you're incompetent – UG lecturer
06/25/2025

Political science lecturer at the University of Ghana Dr Kwame Asah-Asante has cautioned that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) must prioritize competence over popularity or long-standing visibility as it prepares for its 2026 presidential primaries.

NPP Presidential Race: Let’s choose unity over division – Adjei-Worlanyo
06/25/2025

Frank Adjei-Worlanyo, the Akan Constituency Communications Officer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on the rank and file of the party to choose unity over division as the NPP’s early presidential candidature race gathers momentum.

Rawlings’ values must be our guide – NDC National Chairman
06/25/2025

Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), has emphasized that the values of former President Jerry John Rawlings, founder of the party, should serve as a guiding principle for Ghanaians.

You couldn’t have been a 'poor kid'; your father was a Council of State member - Kwarteng to Bawumia
06/25/2025

Kwasi Kwarteng, Spokesperson of the Ken Agyapong campaign team, has called for a shift in the political discourse, urging political actors and commentators to move away from personality-driven narratives and focus instead on leadership competence and electoral appeal.

Hearts of Oak's decision to appoint Didi Dramani as head coach a BIG administrative error - Ouattara
06/25/2025

Former Hearts of Oak coach Aboubakar Ouattara has criticised the decision of the club to appoint a new head coach without his knowledge.

Michael Essien agrees fresh deal at FC Nordsjaelland as assistant coach
06/25/2025

Ghana legend Michael Essien has extended his contract with Danish club FC Nordsjaelland as a member of the technical team.

Ghana defender Dennis Odoi parts ways with Royal Antwerp
06/25/2025

Black Stars defender Denis Odoi has left Belgium topflight side Royal Antwerp in the summer transfer window.

Ernest Nuamah to play in Ligue 2 next season after Lyon's relegation
06/25/2025

Ghana winger Ernest Nuamah will be playing in France's second tier next season following the relegation of Olympique Lyonnais to Ligue 2.

Minority slams BoG, demands reinstatement of dismissed workers
06/25/2025

The Minority in Parliament has condemned the Bank of Ghana (BoG) over the reported dismissal of staff members, describing the move as illegal and an abuse of power.