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Suspect Arrested for Damaging Vehicles at Parliament, Identity Unknown.

An unidentified man has been arrested for allegedly vandalizing vehicles on the premises of Ghana’s Parliament today in Accra.  Reports...
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Suspect Arrested for Damaging Vehicles at Parliament, Identity Unknown.

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An unidentified man has been arrested for allegedly vandalizing vehicles on the premises of Ghana’s Parliament today in Accra.  Reports indicate that the suspect, a...

PMMC Condemns Disruption at National Assay Centre, Affirms Gold Bars are Controlled by BoG.

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The Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), Ghana’s legally mandated National Assayer, has expressed deep concern over an incident at the National Assay Centre located...

Former Chinese Official Executed for Role in $412 Million Corruption Scandal.

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China has executed Li Jianping, a former official from Inner Mongolia, for corruption involving approximately 3 billion yuan ($412 million). The case marks a rare...

Ex-Man City Star Mario Balotelli’s Former Girlfriend Dies Following Butt Lift Complications.

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A former Playboy model who dated ex-Manchester City star Mario Balotelli died after complications from a Brazilian Butt Lift, MailOnline can reveal. Tabby Brown, 45,...

Bawku has witnessed two deaths from malnutrition, and 65 cases have been recorded in 2024.

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At least two children have died due to malnutrition, with 65 cases reported in the Bawku Municipal area in 2024. The ongoing conflict in the...

The Supreme Court will release its decision regarding the anti-LGBTQI case today.

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The Supreme Court is set to deliver its judgment on two pivotal lawsuits challenging the legality of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values...

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Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has expressed confidence in the economy the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government is leaving behind as it prepares...

“Kwashieman Schools Holding Ballot Boxes Ravaged by Fire, Police Investigating”

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The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ghana National Fire Service, has launched an investigation into a fire outbreak that occurred in the...

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Ghana's young academic prodigies have made the nation proud once more by clinching an impressive 17 trophies at the 2024 UCMAS International Competition in...

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“NAPO Suggests Halting Parliamentary Business if Ablakwa’s Agenda Is Irrelevant.”

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Manhyia South MP, Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has suggested that Parliament should halt all legislative business if the National Democratic Congress (NDC) MPs believe the...

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Ghana forward player Andre Dede Ayew has called for his teammates to do everything possible to avoid losing its immediate upcoming games Stade Briochin...

“Empress Gifty’s Mother, Acclaimed Kumawood Actress, Passes Away.”

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Actress, Evangelist Agnes Annan popularly known as Agaga is reported dead. Agaga is the mother of popular gospel artiste, Empress Gifty. The news of her...

“Ini Edo Applauds Women’s Growing Influence in Leadership Roles.”

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Nigerian actress Ini Edo has commended women in constantly taking active leadership positions across the continent especially in the creative space. The celebrated actress was...

“Ghana Gets Its First AI and Payments Tech Accelerator for Startups, Courtesy of eTranzact and Npontu.”

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eTranzact Ghana and Npontu Technologies, two pioneering and award-winning technology companies in Ghana have announced the launch of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Payments...

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Ghana's Black Queens will have to face one of Rwanda or Egypt in the qualifiers for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Nora...

“World Shoe Makes Its Grand Entrance in Accra”

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World Shoe, a global brand that is set to redefine the purpose of style and the power of footwear by transforming the world one...

“FDA Raises Alarm Over Fake Recruitment Scams Targeting the Public”

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The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a public alert regarding recent fake recruitment scams targeting job seekers. These scams typically involve fraudulent messages...

“NDC’s Transformation Plan Centers on Agribusiness, Industrialization, and Economic Stability – Mona Quartey”

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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has detailed its transformation agenda, which aims to reset Ghana’s economy by focusing on agribusiness, industrialization, and structural reforms. Speaking...

“GRIDCo and ECG bring power back to affected areas following the resumption of gas supply.”

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The Ghana Grid Company Ltd (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced the restoration of gas supply from the West African...

“Witness Albert Amoah’s late goal that secured Kotoko’s victory over Hearts.”

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Kumasi Asante Kotoko claimed a dramatic late victory over arch-rivals Hearts of Oak in a thrilling Ghana Premier League clash at the Baba Yara...

“President-elect John Mahama’s vision for the future of Free SHS.”

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President-elect John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to Ghana’s Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy, assuring Ghanaians that the programme will remain...

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“Indian Teen Makes History, Achieves Milestone as World’s Youngest Chess Champion”

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Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju shocked the world of chess on Thursday when he became the youngest world champion at the age of just 18. The...

“Ivory Coast’s Attiéké Granted UNESCO Cultural Heritage Status”

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Attiéké, a beloved national dish of Ivory Coast, has been officially recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as an...

“Nii Lante Vanderpuye Pledges Comprehensive Sports Reform if Reappointed Minister in 2025”

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Youth and Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif faces growing uncertainty in his role, as calls for his dismissal continue to mount from sections of the...

“In Historic Move, Biden Pardons 1,500 People in a Single Day.”

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President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he is commuting the sentences of some 1,500 individuals and pardoning 39 people convicted of non-violent crimes – marking...

“Cholera Claims 14 Lives in Western Region, Over 800 Infected.”

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A total number of 14 persons have lost their lives in a cholera outbreak in the Western Region, with several others hospitalized across various...

“Miracles Aboagye Sets the Pace, Returns Land Cruiser and Urges Fellow Colleagues to Follow.”

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Miracles Aboagye, the spokesperson for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer's campaign for election 2024, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged outgoing government appointees to...

“Teacher Victimized in Brutal Student Attack; GNAT Demands Justice”

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The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has demanded justice for a teacher who was stabbed in the left eye by a loitering student...

“Three Catholic Priests Attacked and Assaulted in Nkwanta.”

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Three Indian Catholic priests based at Kpassa in the Nkwanta-North District of the Oti Region were brutally beaten by a mob at a fuel...

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The Tema Metropolitan Electoral Officer of the Electoral Commission (EC), Ofusehene Asante Manasseh, has alleged that he was coerced by prominent members of the...

“France Appoints Francois Bayrou as New Prime Minister.”

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France’s embattled President Emmanuel Macron has appointed centrist ally Francois Bayrou as prime minister, he announced on Friday, as he seeks to calm a political crisis...

“Apaak Expresses Outrage Over Government’s GH¢118m Debt to WAEC.”

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Deputy Ranking Member on the Education Committee in Parliament, Dr. Clement Apaak, has added his voice to calls for the government to settle the...

“Chinese President Xi Jinping Extends Congratulations to Mahama on His Presidential Victory.”

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Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, sent a congratulatory message to John Dramani Mahama on his election as president of Ghana. Noting that Ghana...

“NDC Secures Legal Victory, Halting Nsawam-Adoagyiri Re-Collation Process.”

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The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has allegedly secured a court injunction to halt the re-collation of parliamentary results for the Nsawam Adoagyiri constituency. This legal...

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The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has assured Ghanaians of a smooth and orderly parliamentary session when the House reconvenes on Monday, December 16. He noted...

“Ex-Premier League Footballer Faces 20 Years Behind Bars for Corruption in China.”

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A former Chinese soccer star and coach of the country’s national men’s team has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for corruption, state...

“UK and US Jointly Invest $2.9 Million to Strengthen Healthcare in Ghana.”

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The United Kingdom and United States are today contributing almost $3million (GHS 44 million) towards a partnership with the Government of Ghana to strengthen...

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The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced that the upcoming parliamentary session will take place at the Grand Arena of the...

Kylian Mbappé-linked investigation closed by Swedish prosecutors.

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“Brazil’s Lula to Have Additional Surgery After Brain Hemorrhage Emergency Operation”

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A third year Geography student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) identified as Afua Dedaa Osae-Atuah and one other individual...

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The richest person in the world just hit an even higher milestone. Elon Musk’s net worth has reached $400 billion, according to Bloomberg, making him...

“Dumelo Defends Political Path: ‘Don’t Judge Me by My Acting Background’”

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Ghanaian actor and politician, John Dumelo has reacted to criticism about his switch from entertainment to politics. In an interview on Hitz FM's Daybreak Hitz with Andy...

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Three passengers have died on the spot, while 20 others are in critical condition following a gory accident at Gomoa Okyereko Junction in the...

“FIFA Officially Names Saudi Arabia as Host of 2034 World Cup.”

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The 2034 men's football World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will be joint hosts for the 2030...

“Australia Uses Rugby as a Strategic Tool to Limit China’s Influence in PNG.”

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Papua New Guinea (PNG) will join Australia's national rugby league competition, after signing a deal that obligates them to shun security ties with China. The...

“Yoon Vows to ‘Fight to the End’ Amid Growing Challenges in South Korea.”

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Embattled South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has defended his shock decision to declare martial law last week, saying he did it to protect the country's...

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An 11-year-old girl has been rescued after clinging to inner tubes for three days in stormy weather in the Mediterranean. Rescuers from non-governmental organisation Compass...

“NSA PRO Guarantees Baba Yara Stadium Will Be Ready for Kotoko vs Hearts of Oak Match”

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The National Sports Authority has assured Ghanaians that the Baba Yara Sports Stadium will be ready to host the Ghana Premier League Super Clash...

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The Office of the President has issued a clear directive to all government appointees to return official vehicles in their possession by January 3,...

CanCham Seeks Mahama’s Efforts to Deepen Canada-Ghana Business Partnerships.

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THE Canada Ghana Chamber of Commerce (CANCHAM) says the chamber looks forward to working with the incoming government to be headed by John Dramani...

CBG Solidifies Commitment to SMEs with Strategic Trade Mission to China.

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THE Director of Retail and Business Banking at Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG), Emmanuel Nikoi, has reinforced the bank’s commitment to enhance the capabilities of...

Ghana’s Economic Recovery Faces Risks, IMF Warns Amid Stabilization Efforts.

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed the third review of Ghana's $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, highlighting significant risks that could...

Woman Remanded Over Alleged GHC 256,000 Visa Fraud Scheme.

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An Accra Circuit Court has remanded into police custody a 45-year-old woman, Faustina Foli, who allegedly defrauded an insurance officer of GHC265,000. Foli, who is...

Western Region Enforces Ban on Vegetable Sales in Wake of Cholera Outbreak.

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The Western Regional Co-ordinating Council (WRCC) has announced a ban on vegetable sales by vendors in response to a worsening cholera outbreak in the...

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President-elect John Dramani Mahama has formally met with outgoing President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to inaugurate the 2024 National Transition Team, marking a critical...

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Clash at Ghana Gas Office: Warning Shots Fired as NDC Supporters Disrupt Operations.

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A tense situation is currently unfolding at the Ghana National Gas Company Limited (GNGCL) headquarters in Accra as individuals suspected to be supporters of...

The military thwarts an attempted takeover of GPHA by suspected NDC supporters.

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Personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces successfully thwarted an attempted takeover of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) headquarters on Tuesday, December 10,...

“WASSCE Results on Hold as Education Ministry Delays GHs118m Debt Payment, WAEC Reveals.”

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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has disclosed that delays in the release of funds from the Ministry of Education are affecting the timely...

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Ghanaian musician, rapper, and record producer, Kwame Ametepe Tsikata, known professionally as M.anifest, says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) lost this year’s general elections...

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Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty over a car incident in Australia which killed his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins. Hoskins died...
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