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Ghana road infrastructure encroachment and safety

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Accra road infrastructure encroachment raises safety concerns

Authorities in Ghana are addressing increasing safety hazards caused by the misuse of road infrastructure. The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has identified significant encroachment on pedestrian walkways, bus sto

Ghana illegal mining and water pollution crisis

19 clusters · 35 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Ghana President Mahama announces land reclamation plan for illegal mining damage

Illegal mining, known locally as ‘galamsey’, continues to drive environmental and social instability in Ghana. Scientific assessments indicate approximately 60% of the nation’s water bodies are polluted, threatening publ

Professional and creative industry events in Accra

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Creatives Connect Afrika to return to Accra in 2026

Accra, Ghana, is set to host significant regional gatherings in late 2026 focused on professional development and the creative economy. In October, the HR Focus Africa Conference was announced for October 16 at the Laba

World Assemblies of God Congress in Accra

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghana hosts 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Congress

Accra, Ghana, hosted the 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Fellowship Congress from October 14 to 16, 2026. This event marked the first time in the organization’s 115-year history that the global congress was held o

Ghana New Economy Programme implementation

10 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Ghanaian leaders and forums address youth engagement and economic policy

Ghanaian Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has initiated consultations with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry to prepare for the government’s ‘New Economy’ transformational programme. Announced by Pr

ECOWAS regional integration and security efforts

13 clusters · 70 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: ECOWAS implements reforms to strengthen regional competition and quality standards

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) continues to pursue regional integration and security despite the departure of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger to form the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). While these

Ghana housing finance and affordability initiatives

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ghana Minister proposes National Housing Levy to address deficit

In late September 2026, preparations were announced for a national conference on housing finance in Accra, Ghana. Organized by the National Homeownership Fund, the event aimed to address sector challenges such as rising

Legal proceedings against Mustapha Hamid in Ghana

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ghana High Court denies Mustapha Hamid request to travel abroad

Dr. Mustapha Hamid, the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), is facing trial following allegations of large-scale extortion, abuse of public office, and money laundering. The Office of the Sp

African regional aviation expansion

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Uganda Airlines to launch Accra-Entebbe service via Lagos

African aviation connectivity is expanding through the resumption and launch of new regional routes. Africa World Airlines (AWA) resumed direct flights between Accra, Ghana, and Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, on August 31, 2026

Ghana Economic Policy and the Accra Reset Program

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: African leaders and investors convene for summits in London and Nairobi

The 13th Financial Times Africa Summit in London convened political leaders, policymakers, and business executives to address economic development and capital mobilization. Participants, including Dangote Group President

Ghana banking sector and monetary policy trends

10 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Ghana Association of Banks calls for real-time fraud intelligence sharing

In the first half of 2026, Ghana’s banking industry saw a 1.3% contraction in profit-after-tax, falling to GH¢7.1 billion. This decline was attributed to a low interest-rate environment and a 38.2% increase in credit-rel

Ghana legal profession reforms and legal aid expansion

7 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Legal Aid Commission rolls out mobile clinics and reforms

In mid-September 2026, Ghana’s Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, announced plans to introduce legislation to establish the Legal Practitioners Standard Board. This proposed independent statuto

Chef Abbys Big Street Feast initiative in Ghana

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Chef Abbys launches initiative to feed 50,000 people in Ghana

Chef Abbys, a Ghanaian food creator, launched the ‘Big Street Feast’ initiative to provide meals to 50,000 people in Accra and Kumasi. The project was timed to coincide with World Food Day on October 16. As part of this

Ghana hosting UN cargo documentation convention signing

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Ghana moves to reform cargo documentation and port operations

Ghana is preparing to host the signing of the United Nations Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents, known as the Accra Convention, in Accra on October 26, 2026. The convention, adopted by the UN General Assembly in De

Accra coastline beach club demolitions and compensation push

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ghana Tourism Federation demands compensation after La Pleasure Beach demolition

National Security supervised a series of dawn operations along the Accra coastline to demolish several beach clubs and structures, including La Pleasure Beach Resort, Polo Beach Club, and Vienna City Club. Business owner

Ghana tax reform and revenue mobilization

12 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ghana Revenue Authority AI system generates GH¢1bn in customs revenue

Ghana is undergoing a series of tax reforms and revenue mobilization efforts. In July 2026, the government accepted a recommendation to tax the President’s salary and allowances while in office, though it rejected taxing

Ghana grid outages and infrastructure stability concerns

22 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Electricity Company of Ghana announces power outages in Accra and Tema

Ghana's electricity supply continues to face disruptions driven by maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure damage. Following previous scheduled outages in July, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) initiated a four-d

Football talent scouting tournaments in Ghana

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: MidCity Football Academy Tournament to host European scouts in Ghana

In late September 2026, the Global Game Scouting Tournament was scheduled to be held at the McDan Sports Complex in Accra. Organized with ExcelsiorPro, the event aimed to connect emerging African football talent with pro

Ghana Standards Authority vehicle import legal dispute

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Ghana Standards Authority sued over used vehicle import rules

A legal challenge has been filed against the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) regarding the enforcement of new regulations for used vehicle imports. Following the implementation of the National Vehicle Homologation and

Accra public transport lane implementation

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Accra's Aayalolo bus system reduces daily commutes for thousands

Accra officials and transport leadership have proposed the introduction of dedicated bus lanes to improve public transport efficiency and mitigate traffic congestion. Alex Johnson, Director of Transport at the Accra Metr

Home appliance market expansion in India and Ghana

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: LG and Haier expand home appliance offerings in Ghana and India

LG Electronics has expanded its refrigeration and home appliance presence in India and Ghana. In September 2026, LG Electronics India Limited launched a range of Convertible Chest Freezers in India, catering to both dome

Telecel Ghana Black Sherif partnership

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Black Sherif named face of Telecel Ghana’s Project X

Telecel Ghana has appointed musician Black Sherif as the brand ambassador for its new digital financial services campaign, ‘Project X’. Announced at a launch event in Accra, the partnership aims to provide customers with

Ghana Investment Promotion Authority initiatives

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Ghana Investment Promotion Authority profiles regional projects

The Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) has initiated preparations for the inaugural Invest Ghana Summit, scheduled for November 16–17, 2026, in Accra. The summit is intended to showcase national investment oppor

Waste management and recycling in Ghana

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Ghana seeks to formalize electronic waste recycling

Waste management challenges and sustainability efforts in Ghana have been highlighted through infrastructure and recycling concerns. In Kumasi, the Environmental Service Providers Association (ESPA) reported a lack of wa

Sentencing of Yaw Gahornu for child defilement

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Ghanaian man sentenced to 20 years for defiling nine-year-old girl

Yaw Gahornu, an 87-year-old man, was sentenced to 20 years in prison with hard labour for the defilement of a nine-year-old girl in Ofankor, Accra. The abuse occurred multiple times between July and August 2026. The inv

Ghana scientific talent and research investment

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Ghanaian officials urge local research investment and scientist retention

Ghanaian officials are emphasizing the need to retain specialized scientific talent and increase domestic research investment to support national technological goals. Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister of Environmen

Ghana Journalists Association media awards

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Ghana Journalists Association honors media professionals in Northern Region

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has been conducting various award ceremonies and preparatory activities to recognize media excellence. In the Northern Region, the 6th Northern Regional Chapter of the GJA Awards

Legal proceedings and bail denial for Salormey Baffoe

6 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: GRNMA pledges legal support for Nurse Salomey Baffoe

Salormey Awiti Baffoe, a senior nursing officer at Abetifi Hospital, remains in detention following her arrest by National Security operatives. Baffoe has pleaded not guilty to charges of abetment of crime, specifically

West African road safety enforcement initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: National Road Safety Authority announces new towing and driver regulations

Road safety authorities in Nigeria and Ghana have emphasized the necessity of moving beyond education toward stricter enforcement and integrated strategies to reduce traffic accidents. In Nigeria, the Federal Road Safet

Societe Generale Ghana ownership transition

4 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Attijariwafa Bank to acquire majority stake in Société Générale Ghana

In mid-September 2026, Societe Generale Ghana PLC issued a clarification to the Ghana Stock Exchange regarding media reports suggesting that Bank of Africa and Access Bank were competing to acquire a majority stake in th