In a decisive victory, Ghanaian legislator Hon. Zanetor Agyeman Rawlings has been elected as the 2nd Vice President of the Pan African Parliament (PAP). The election, held during the ongoing session of the continental body, saw her secure 131 votes against 51 for her opponent. Her commanding win underscores the broad support she enjoys among...
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‘Act of Piracy’: World Reacts To Israeli Interception of Gaza Aid Flotilla
Israel has intercepted 22 out of the 58 aid ships travelling through international waters and bound for the besieged Gaza Strip. The ships make up part of a second Global Sumud Flotilla to try in recent months to break an Israeli blockade by carrying humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. They sailed from the Spanish port of...
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2026 World Cup: Black Stars can ‘surprise’ despite concerns over form – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare is confident Ghana can still spring a surprise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite concerns over the team’s stuttering form. The senior national team are preparing for their fifth World Cup appearance and will compete in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama, as they aim to reach...
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CSA Warns Against Fraudulent Online Business Impersonation Schemes
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued a public alert warning of a growing trend of fraudsters impersonating legitimate businesses online, leading to significant financial losses for unsuspecting victims. According to the Authority, between January 1 and April 26, 2026, fifty-four cases of fraudulent online business impersonation were reported, resulting in losses amounting to GHS...
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Ghana Records Sharp Decline in Inflation in 2025
Ghana’s inflation rate fell sharply in 2025, marking one of the strongest improvements in recent years, according to the 2025 Annual Inflation Report released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The report shows that inflation dropped from 23.5 percent in January 2025 to 5.4 percent by December, the lowest end-year rate since 2019. Annual average...
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Damang Gold Mine Sells First Output to GoldBod in Support of Reserves
In a landmark transaction, Ibrahim Mahama’s Damang Gold Mine Limited has sold 100 percent of its first gold output to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), marking a significant step in efforts to boost Ghana’s foreign reserves. The historic sale, amounting to about 110 kilograms of gold, was received earlier today at the GoldBod Assay Lab...
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GoldBod Records Strong Operational Gains in 2025
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has posted a remarkable improvement in operational efficiency in 2025, achieving exponential revenue growth while reducing expenditure, despite a major expansion in staff strength and institutional mandate. According to audited financial statements as at December 31, 2025, GoldBod increased its non-tax revenue from GH₵307.7 million in 2024 to GH₵970.76 million...
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President Mahama Visits Akosombo Dam After Substation Fire
President John Dramani Mahama today visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) substation that was damaged by fire, an incident which resulted in the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national grid. The President toured the site and inspected ongoing restoration works, commending engineers for their swift and professional...
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Majority Defends BoG, Credits Cedi Recovery to Policy Interventions
The Majority Caucus in Parliament has rallied behind the Bank of Ghana (BoG), praising the central bank for what it calls a remarkable rebound in the performance of the Cedi since the National Democratic Congress (NDC) assumed office. At a press briefing on Thursday, April 30, the Member of Parliament for Sagnarigu, Issah Atta, maintained...
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Road Crashes, Deaths Decline in March — NRSA
Ghana recorded a slight reduction in road crashes and fatalities in March 2026, according to provisional figures released by the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), signaling a modest gain in road safety outcomes. The Authority disclosed that reported crash incidents dropped to 1,195 in March 2026, compared to 1,218 during the same month in 2025....