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UBA Ghana staff embrace wellness and fun at ‘Jogging to Bond’ event
Over the weekend, UBA Ghana swapped suits for sneakers as staff came together for the second quarter edition of its Jogging to Bond event, and it was nothing short of energetic. Held under the inspiring theme “Push the Limits,” the event blended...

On face value, 24-Hour Economy seems to tackle Ghana’s struc...
Ahead of the official launch of the government‘s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative, an economist at the University of Ghana Business School, Prof. Patrick Asuming, has observed that, on face value, the initiative appears to be an evolving...
Fortifying ‘golden alliance’ - Narendra Modi’s visit to Ghana
India was historically referred to as a “golden sparrow” due to its immense wealth, prosperity, vibrant arts, culture and architecture, particularly pre-British rule. The title also accentuates the significant wealth and influence India held in...

Departure Statement By Prime Minister On The Eve Of Visit To Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, And Namibia
(MENAFN- APO Group) Today, I embark on a five-nation visit to Ghana, Trinidad&Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia from 2 to 9 July 2025. At the invitation of President H.E. John Dramani Mahama, I will visit Ghana on 2-3 July. Ghana is a valued...

Covid-19 outbreak at UG: Health Minister assures that the situation is under control
The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has informed Parliament about a recent outbreak of COVID-19 at the University of Ghana. He disclosed that the national disease surveillance system had detected a rise in cases on the university’s...

Feds Charge Men from San Jose and Sunnyvale in Nationwide Medicare Fraud Scheme
U.S. Justice Department officials on Monday identified three California men as among hundreds of defendants nationwide who were involved in $14.6 billion in fraud schemes involving Medicare, other federal health care benefit programs and illegally...

Ghana marks 20years of human trafficking law with strong cal...
Ghana joined the rest of the world on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, to commemorate the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, also known as Blue Day, with a high-level luncheon event at the Accra City Hotel. The programme, led by the Ministry of...
Ghana to mark 2025 MSME Day with Focus on Digital Transformation for Sustainable Future
Accra, June 25, GNA – The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MOTAI) and Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), will on Friday commemorate the 2025 MSME Day with a national celebration in Accra. The event on the theme:”Empowering MSMEs,...

Full text: Health Minister’s statement on outbreak of COVID-19 at University of Ghana
STATEMENT BY THE HON. MINISTER FOR HEALTH ON THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK AT THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA 1 JULY 2025 Parliament House, Accra Right Honourable Speaker, Honourable Members, Thank you for the opportunity to update this House – and through you,...
Ecobank Ghana marks World Environment Day
As part of its commitment to environmental sustainability, Ecobank Ghana has embarked on a nationwide tree planting initiative to mark this year’s World Environment Day. Dubbed the Ecobank Ghana Regional Tree Planting Programme, the initiative...

Ghanaian wins 2025 Johns Hopkins Community Service Award for public health leadership
Dr. Kwabena Ansah Odei Kumi, an alumnus of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi School of Medical Sciences has been named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious SOURCE Community Service Award at Johns Hopkins...

With PM visiting Ghana, Cong recalls Nkrumah-Nehru ties
New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) With Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarking on a visit to Ghana, the Congress on Wednesday recalled the very warm relationship between former Ghanaian president Kwame Nkrumah and India’s first prime minister Jawaharlal...

Kamaldeen Sulemana completes medicals ahead of Atalanta move
Ghana winger Kamaldeen Sulemana has completed his move to Serie A side Atalanta from English Championship side Southampton. The 23-year-old has passed all his medical checks, and the contracts have been signed ahead of an announcement. Atalanta...

Rotary Club of Accra-Legon instals 12th President
The Rotary Club of Accra-Legon has officially installed Rotarian Delasie Dogbey as its 12th President in a grand handover ceremony held in Accra. The event marked a significant milestone in the club’s leadership journey since its charter in 2013....

Reviving Ghana’s poultry sector: Smallholder Giants – Unleashing resilience through VSLAs
Ghana's ambitious quest to revitalise its poultry sector confronts a fundamental reality: its smallholder base profoundly shapes the agricultural landscape. Over 80 per cent of Ghanaian farms are typically less than two hectares (MoFA, 2022). Yet,...
GCAP – GHANA initiates steps to address inequalities, poverty and debt cancellation for poor countries
Global Call to Action Against Poverty (GCAP) Ghana has called for the cancellation of debts of poor countries as part of the effort to end unsustainable and illegitimate debts with conditions attached. It has urged rich countries to pay their...

Ecobank Ghana marks World Env't Day
As part of its commitment to environmental sustainability, Ecobank Ghana has embarked on a nationwide tree planting initiative to mark this year’s World Environment Day. Dubbed the Ecobank Ghana Regional Tree Planting Programme, the initiative...
PM Modi Begins Historic Ghana Visit, First by Indian PM in 30 Years, Trade and Health on Agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his longest diplomatic tour in a decade with a landmark visit to Ghana, the first by an Indian PM in nearly 30 years. Modi will meet Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama to discuss bilateral trade, defence...

The 24H programme will ensure growth translates into prosperity for Ghanaians – Head of Strategy and Programmes
Head of Strategy and Programmes at the 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, Abdul-Nasser Alidu, has highlighted the urgency of restructuring Ghana’s economy. He assured the 24-hour economy of the creation of jobs, especially for Ghanaians. Speaking at a...

Over 4.8 million Ghanaians live in slums – Ghana Statistical Service report reveals
A new report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed a troubling picture of urban housing in Ghana, showing that nearly one in every three urban residents—approximately 4.82 million people—live in slums or informal settlements. Titled...