The Country Director of the German Development Cooperation (GIZ), Dr. Dirk Assman, has bid farewell to the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry after a successful tenure in Ghana. At a brief ceremony held on Monday, 8th June 2026, the Chief Director of the Ministry, Mr. Noah Tumfo, speaking on behalf of the Sector Minister,...
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Jubilee Crude Arrives in Tema: Ghana Turns Oil Fields into Industry
Ghana has marked a historic turning point in its petroleum and industrialisation journey with the arrival of locally produced Jubilee crude oil at the Sentuo Oil Refinery for processing, signalling a bold shift from exporting raw resources to adding value within the country. Speaking at the refinery’s first-ever Jubilee Crude Oil Berth Ceremony, the Minister...
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Police Arrest Teacher Over Assault On Female Student
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested a teacher of Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School after a viral video showed him assaulting a female student. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Eric Buernortey Apaflo, was picked up by a Nyinahin District Police Patrol Team on June 8, 2026, around 7:00 p.m. following reports of an attack...
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President Mahama Concludes Landmark State Visit to Belarus
President John Dramani Mahama has wrapped up his State Visit to the Republic of Belarus, marking a significant milestone in Ghana–Belarus relations. The visit featured a private tête-à-tête with President Alexander Lukashenko, followed by bilateral talks between the two delegations aimed at deepening cooperation across priority sectors of their respective economies. The engagements culminated in...
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Ghana and Belarus Seal Landmark Cooperation Agreements
Ghana and Belarus have taken a major step forward in strengthening bilateral relations with the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) during President John Dramani Mahama’s State Visit to Minsk. The agreements establish a Joint Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, reinforce collaboration between the Chambers of Commerce of both countries, and enhance cooperation...
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“Responsible Mining Is the Future” — Government Launches Cooperative Scheme
The Government of Ghana has launched its maiden Cooperative Mining Scheme, marking a decisive step in transforming the small‑scale mining sector through responsible, sustainable, and community‑centred practices. Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah, urged miners and local communities to embrace responsible mining to ensure the long‑term...
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“Credibility Is the Currency of Journalism” — BoG Deputy Governor
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has reaffirmed the media’s critical role in promoting economic stability, transparency, and national development. She made the remarks on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the World Press Freedom Honours Night in Accra. Addressing journalists, media practitioners, and key stakeholders, Mrs. Asante-Asiedu underscored responsible...
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Iran And Israel Halt Strikes, But Tension Remains High
Iran and Israel are reported to have halted the mutual missile and drone attacks that broke out overnight – the first time that the pair has exchanged strikes since a ceasefire took effect in early April. Iran announced that it was halting attacks on Monday afternoon, but warned that it would resume hostilities if Israel...
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Ghana, AUDA-NEPAD Deepen Collaboration on Women’s Empowerment
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment during a meeting with a delegation from the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD). The delegation, led by Mr. Symerre Grey-Johnson, Director of Human Capital and Institutional Development, visited the Ministry following...
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We are doing everything possible to win the World Cup – Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, believes there’s an opportunity for the Black Stars to win the World Cup some day. Ghana is set for their fifth World Cup appearance since their debut in the 2006 edition which was staged in Germany. The Black Stars are in the same group as England,...