Ghana

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:28:07 GMT
Ecowas, TMA Tackle Trade Barriers to Boost West African Cross-Border Commerce
[Ghanaian Times] The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA), is intensifying efforts to address persistent trade barriers along the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor, a vital economic route in West Africa.

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:48:36 GMT
Economy Grows 5.1% in August - Services Sector Leads Expansion
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana's economy grew provisionally by 5.1 percent in August 2025, the Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) published by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed.

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:14:12 GMT
Patrick Boamah Criticises Proposed Accra-Kumasi Express Road Project
[Ghanaian Times] Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central Patrick Boamah has criticised the government's plan to construct a new express road from Accra to Kumasi, describing it as a misplaced priority.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:13:59 GMT
Dr Mohammed Amin Adam Gives Back to Alma Mater
[Ghanaian Times] Former Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has inaugurated a newly constructed 12-unit, one-storey classroom block at his alma mater, Tamale Senior High School (TAMASCO), in the Sagnarigu M...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:12:23 GMT
La Nkwantanang-Madina MCE Denies Sale of Public Lands
[Ghanaian Times] The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for La Nkwantanang-Madina in the Greater Accra Region, Alhaji Abrahim Fusseini Faila, has strongly refuted allegations linking him to the sale of public lands, describing the claims as false, basel...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:08:40 GMT
Pan-African Leaders Steer Fresh Drive for African Sovereignty Mechanism
[Vanguard] President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, former President of Ghana, John Kufuor and Congolese opposition leader, Martin Fayulu, have called for the creation of a continental mechanism to protect Africa's sovereignty.

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:29:00 GMT
Unimac Honours Outgoing Lebanese Ambassador Maher Kheir
[Ghanaian Times] In a distinguished academic ceremony, the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) held a special farewell event at its South Lagoon campus to honour outgoing Lebanese Ambassador to Ghana, Maher Kheir. The occasion recogn...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:11:49 GMT
Veep Explores Partnership With Portage Energy in Aviation Fuel
[Ghanaian Times] The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has held a strategic meeting with officials from Portage Energy to explore a possible partnership in waste-to-energy initiatives and the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel...

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:09:24 GMT
Soldier, Minister, and Songwriter Ernest Abebe Tabi Releases 'Thank You Lord'
[Ghanaian Times] In a powerful fusion of his military background, spiritual calling, and musical talent, Ernest Abebe Tabi, a distinguished soldier, ordained Reverend Minister, and prolific singer-songwriter, has released his latest single, "Thank Yo...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:42:10 GMT
Incidence of Bribery Between January-June 2025 Declines - GSS
[Ghanaian Times] The latest Governance Series Wave Two report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed a notable decline in the incidence of bribery across public institutions in the country.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:18:55 GMT
Open Defecation in Ghana - A Worrying Trend That Must End
[Ghanaian Times] The revelation that about 5.4 million Ghanaians, representing 18 per cent of the national population, still practise open defecation is deeply troubling. Mr. Yaw Attah Arhin, WASH Technical Specialist at World Vision Ghana, has descr...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:17:47 GMT
Ghana, International Partners Combat Vehicle Crime
[Ghanaian Times] The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has intensified efforts to combat vehicle crime in Ghana through collaboration with both national and international partners. Key agencies involved include the C...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:31:41 GMT
Over 5,000 Annual Deaths in Ghana Linked to Antimicrobial Resistance - Health Experts
[Ghanaian Times] More than 5,000 people die in Ghana each year due to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with an additional 23,000 deaths linked to drug-resistant infections, health experts have warned. Children under five are particularly vulnerable to...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:51:21 GMT
Fisheries and Food Ministry Encourages Schools to Establish Farm Initiatives
[Ghanaian Times] The Minister of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Mr Eric Opoku, has urged schools across Ghana to introduce the concept of school farms.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:43:20 GMT
Agric Minister Bemoans Marginalisation of Women in Agrifood Systems
[Ghanaian Times] The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Mr Eric Opoku, has bemoaned the continuous suppression of the full potential of women in the agrifood systems, despite being the backbone of agriculture on the continent.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:06:48 GMT
Minister Reports 2025 Aquaculture Output Target to Parliament
[Ghanaian Times] The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, has informed Parliament of the Ministry's 2025 aquaculture production target of 38,604.32 metric tonnes.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:26 GMT
Dozens Dead in Illegal Mine. Bishops Propose State of Emergency to Combat the Phenomenon
[Agenzia Fides] Accra -- Three illegal miners have died of asphyxiation after being trapped in a tunnel in Ghana. The three men were part of a group of "galamseyers" (a term that refers both to the illegal mining of gold and other minerals and to tho...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:40:30 GMT
Akwatia MP Disagrees With Ecowas Court On Jurisdiction Ruling
[Ghanaian Times] The Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Bernard Bediako Baidoo, has disagreed with the ECOWAS Court's decision to assume jurisdiction in the case filed by former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, even though he respects the court's fin...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:30:57 GMT
71st Anniversary of the Algerian Revolution Marked in Accra
[Ghanaian Times] The Embassy of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria in Ghana has marked the 71st anniversary of the Algerian Revolution with a colourful reception in Accra. The event celebrated Algeria's historic struggle for independence and...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:51:52 GMT
5.4m Ghanaians Practise Open Defecation ...Costs Nation $79m Annually - - Wash Expert
[Ghanaian Times] ABOUT 5.4 million Ghanaians still practise open defecation across the country, representing 18 per cent of the national population, Mr Yaw Attah Arhin, WASH Technical Specialist at World Vision Ghana, has disclosed.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:51:37 GMT
Surrender Unregistered Weapons or Face Prosecution... Interior Minister Announces Amnesty Period
[Ghanaian Times] THE Minister for the Interior, Mr Muntaka Mubarak, has announced a gun amnesty period for those in possession of illegal weapons as a comprehensive measure to reduce illicit firearms in the country.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:35:50 GMT
Goc, Aips Leaders Discuss Potential Collaborations to Enhance Sports Reporting
[Ghanaian Times] The President of the International Association of Sports Press (AIPS), Mr Gianni Merlo, on Monday called on the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Mr Richard Akpokavie, at the Olympic House in Accra.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:35:24 GMT
Marathon Launched to Commemorate 2026 Independence Day
[Ghanaian Times] The Ministry of Sports and Recreation, in partnership with the Millennium Marathon Sports Limited, the National Sports Authority (NSA) and the KGL Group, has launched the Ghana Independence Day Walk/Run. The nationwide campaign is de...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:34:32 GMT
Black Stars Lose to South Korea to End Asia Tour
[Ghanaian Times] Ghana suffered a 1-0 defeat against South Korea in an international friendly played in Seoul yesterday as the two countries prepare for the 2026 World Cup. The only goal of the game was scored by Lee Tae-Seok.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:32:30 GMT
Jospong Group, UN University Seal Green Deal At COP30
[Ghanaian Times] The Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) and the United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bridge the gap between climate ambition and tangible actio...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:30:17 GMT
At Cedi Conference - We'll Uphold BoG's Independence - - President Mahama
[Ghanaian Times] The President, John Dramani Mahama has pledged the commitment of his government to safeguarding the independence of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:18:32 GMT
OSP Charges Ken Ofori Atta and Seven Others With 78 Counts of Corruption Related Offences Over Sml Deal
[Ghanaian Times] The Office of the Special Prosecutor has filed 78 charges against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori Atta and seven others over the government's contract with Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:18:55 GMT
I'll Assent to LGBTQ Bill Without Hesitation If...Prez Assures
[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama has assured that he would not hesitate to assent to the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Families Values Bill if Parliament passes it.

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:18:55 GMT
Safe Water Network Ghana Advocates Access to Safe Sanitation
[Ghanaian Times] Safe Water Network Ghana (SWN) has called for stronger national action to expand access to safe sanitation as the world marks World Toilet Day (WTD).

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:18:54 GMT
2025 Budget Failed to Meet Set Targets - Minority
[Ghanaian Times] The Minority Caucus in Parliament has contested the 2026 budget and economic policy of the government, arguing that it failed to meet the targets outlined in the 2025 budget statement and economic policy.

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