G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite US boycott
World leaders from the G20 adopted a declaration at the start of their summit in South Africa, despite opposition from […]
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Cedi weakens to ¢11.13 as christmas-season import demand intensifies
The Ghana cedi closed the week weaker on the interbank market, trading at GH¢11.13 to the US dollar as of
Mahama’s GoldBod Initiative is ‘legalisation of galamsey’ – Prof Adei
Ghana’s national debate over illegal mining (galamsey) has taken another twist, with educationist and former Chairman of the National Development
Mahama won’t protect any appointee involved in galamsey – Ayariga
The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has stated that government officials found engaging in illegal mining activities will be
South Africa & EU ink critical minerals pact, champion multilateralism
At a high-profile trilateral meeting on Thursday, Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa, together with Ursula von der Leyen, President
South Africa declares gender violence a national disaster after protests
South Africa has declared violence against women a national disaster following an online campaign culminating in countrywide protests on Friday.
Where Is Ken Ofori-Atta? — Majority demands answers from Afenyo-Markin
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin came under pressure on Friday to explain the continued absence of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta,
Fitch solutions tips Ghana for stronger growth in 2026 despite Sahel security risks
Fitch Solutions is projecting strong economic growth for Ghana in 2026, forecasting that the country will outperform several emerging-market peers
Health Minister appeals for incentives to encourage doctors to work in Rural areas
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has appealed to District Chief Executives (DCEs) and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs)
Govt to move all MDAs to E-Payment systems by Q1 2026 – CAGD
The Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Agyei, has reaffirmed that all government institutions will be fully migrated onto secure electronic payment