Ghana’s inflation continued its steady decline in December 2025, falling to 5.4 percent year on year, marking the 12th consecutive month of disinflation and the lowest rate since the Consumer Price Index (CPI) was rebased in 2021, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. Presenting the latest inflation figures in Accra, Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu,...
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Sefwi Wiawso Passport Application Centre Commissioned
Residents of Sefwi Wiawso and surrounding communities in the Western North Region will no longer have to travel outside the region to access passport services, following the commissioning of a Passport Application Centre in the regional capital. The centre was inaugurated on Tuesday, 6th January, 2026, by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable James...
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Foreign Minister Pushes for Ghana’s Exemption from IELTS Fees
Ghana and the United Kingdom have commenced processes aimed at elevating their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership, following high-level discussions between the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the British High Commissioner to Ghana, His Excellency Christian Rogg. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focused on aligning priority...
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Cape Coast to Experience Planned Power Outage for Transformer Upgrade
Residents of Cape Coast and surrounding communities in the Central Region are expected to experience a planned power outage on Thursday, 8th January, 2026, as engineers from the Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo) undertake a major upgrade at the Cape Coast Substation. The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, in a statement issued on Tuesday,...
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Presidency Hosts Thanksgiving Service to Mark One Year of Mahama Administration
A non-denominational thanksgiving service is taking place at the forecourt of the Presidency today, Wednesday, 7th January 2026, to commemorate one year of President John Dramani Mahama’s administration. The event, which begins at 8:00am, brings together government officials, clergy, traditional leaders, and members of the public in a solemn ceremony of reflection and gratitude. Held...
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Receives UK High Commissioner
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), on Tuesday, 6th January 2026, received the High Commissioner of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, His Excellency Christian Rogg, at his office in Accra. The meeting centred on advancing Ghana–UK relations to a strategic partnership, with emphasis on economic growth, governance,...
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Mbappe Ruled Out of Spanish Super Cup
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe will miss this week’s Spanish Super Cup as he recovers from a knee sprain. The French international, who leads the club’s scoring charts, was left out of the squad announced on Tuesday for the tournament in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Diagnosed with the injury last week, the 27-year-old is expected to...
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Government to Build 10,000-Bed Hostel at University of Ghana
The government has announced plans to put up a 10,000-bed hostel at the University of Ghana to help address the long-standing accommodation difficulties faced by students on campus. President John Dramani Mahama revealed the initiative during the opening of the University of Ghana’s 77th Annual New Year School and Conference on Tuesday, January 6. He...
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IGP Hails Asantehene as “King Solomon” of Modern Times
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has extolled the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing him as the “King Solomon” of today for his outstanding role in peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and national development. The commendation was made during the Asantehene’s visit to the Police Headquarters in Accra on January 6. “As the Chief Constable...
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Gaza Children Risk Snipers To Attend Tent Schools
In a small tent overshadowed by the sound of nearby gunfire, seven-year-old Tulin prepares for her first day of school in two years. For most children, this would be a moment of excitement. For Tulin and her mother, it is a chapter of terror. The relentless Israeli war has destroyed the vast majority of Gaza’s...