US and UK agree deal slashing Trump tariffs on cars and metals.
The announcement offers relief for key UK industries from some of the new tariffs President Donald Trump has announced since his return to the White House in January.
May 9, 2025
Afua Asantewaa loses Guiness World Record attempt for the second time
Ghanaian media personality and singer Afua Asantewaa has once again missed out on clinching the Guinness World Record for the longest individual singing marathon, following a review of her second attempt by record officials.
In an official communication, the Guinness World Records (GWR) team confirmed that her record attempt was invalidated due to violations of the official rest break guidelines
Trump hints tariffs on China may drop as talks set to begin.
Trump made the comments during an event to unveil a tariffs deal with the UK – the first such agreement since he hit countries around the world with steep levies in April.
Ghana to triple firms certified under AfCFTA rules – President Mahama.
“The AfCFTA presents an unprecedented opportunity to position Ghana as a regional manufacturing and export hub,”
Ghana cedi named world’s best-performing currency in April – Bloomberg data.
The currency’s rally has helped ease inflationary pressures, contributing to Ghana’s lowest inflation rate in eight months. As of today, the cedi is trading at GH₵13.4 against the dollar.
National Peace Council to get permanent office facility.
The core function of the Council is to prevent, manage, and resolve conflict and to build sustainable peace.
US donates $6 million worth of armoured vehicles to GAF to boost national, regional security.
“The United States values its close relationship with Ghana and will continue to support its efforts to enhance national and regional security,” the Ambassador stated.