AllAfrica News: Ghana

Ghana Stock Exchange Index Surges Past 15,000 in Record Rally

[Daba Finance] The Ghana Stock Exchange Composite Index crossed 15,000 points for the first time, closing at 15,185.49 on March 10, as Ghana's equity market extended its rally.

Shea Industry Key to 24-Hour Economy

[Ghanaian Times] THE Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John Mburidiba, yesterday launched the Shea 2026 Conference to collaborate with Ghana's 24-Hour Economy initiative, part of the national strategy designed to boost productivity, create jobs, and drive industry growth to encourage businesses and services to operate round the clock.

NLC Secures Injunction Against Striking Clogsag

[Ghanaian Times] The High Court of Justice, Industrial Labour Division in Accra, has granted an interlocutory injunction restraining the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) from continuing their strike action that began on March 9, 2026.

Aib Commissions Team to Investigate Aircraft Accident

[Ghanaian Times] A three-member investigation team, led by the Head of Investigations at the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB Ghana), Captain Paul Forjoe, has been commissioned to investigate Monday's aircraft accident at Tema Community One.

Northern Ghana Faces Rising Climate Threats - Bewda

[Ghanaian Times] A local non-profit organisation, the Belim Wusa Development Agency (BEWDA), has called for stronger collaboration between communities and government to tackle the growing impact of climate change in northern Ghana.

Shea Industry - a Sleeping Giant We Must Awaken

[Ghanaian Times] GHANA has long prided itself on being a nation rich in natural resources and human ingenuity. Yet, in the midst of our pursuit of gold, cocoa and oil, one invaluable sector continues to receive limited national attention, the shea industry.

NYPD Delegation Engages Ghana Police On Security Cooperation

[Ghanaian Times] A senior delegation from the New York City Police Department (NYPD) has visited Accra for high-level engagements with the Ghana Police Service (GPS) to strengthen operational cooperation and professional exchange between the two institutions.

Freddie Blay Granted Bail By Koforidua High Court

[Ghanaian Times] A FORMER Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr Freddie Blay, was yesterday granted GH¢800,000 with two sureties bail by the High Court in Koforidua over a land dispute at Kitase of the Eastern Region.

Minority Demands Scrapping of Gh¢1 Fuel Levy, Further Cut in Utility Tariff

[Ghanaian Times] THE Minority in Parliament has called on the government to repeal the GH¢1 fuel levy to relieve Ghanaians of the increasing cost of fuel.

Woman Arrested for Spreading False News On Snapchat

[Ghanaian Times] A 20-year-old woman, Promise Yayra Asamani, has been arrested by the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team of the Ghana Police Service for allegedly publishing false information about an Uber driver on social media.

Cricket - Rwanda, Ghana to Kickoff 5th Nigeria Invitational Wt20i in Lagos Today

[This Day] The 5th edition of the Nigeria Women's Invitational T20 International (WT20i) will kickoff today at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval, Lagos, with hosts Nigeria taking on Zimbabwe in the second match of the day.

GAF Holds Mission Accomplishment Parade for Ert Coy 1

[Ghanaian Times] The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has held a mission accomplishment parade for the Army Engineer Reconstruction Team (ERT) Company 1 (COY 1) following the successful completion of a humanitarian reconstruction mission in Jamaica.

Our Water Is Safe for Consumption - - Safe Water Network

[Ghanaian Times] The Country Director for Safe Water Network (SWN), Ghana, Charles Nimako, has assured that water from its treatment stations across the country is safe for consumption in the face of the decreasing water quality nationwide.

BoG Cuts Policy Rate to 14 Percent On Back of Strong Macroeconomic Stability

[Ghanaian Times] The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced its monetary policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 per cent, citing sustained improvements in macroeconomic conditions despite lingering global uncertainties.

Collect 6 Months' Rent or Face Prosecution

[Ghanaian Times] The Rent Control Department has set April 1 for the full implementation of the Rent Act, 1963, as amended in 2020, warning that landlords who demand more than the stipulated six months' rent advance will be prosecuted.

Gomoa East District Assembly Business Expo Slated for March 22-29

[Ghanaian Times] The Gomoa East District Assembly in the Central Region will hold a Business, Artisans and Investment Expo from Sunday, March 22 to March 29 at Gomoa Ojobi in the Central Region.

Back ECG Restructuring ... Pres Mahama Urges Organised Labour

[Ghanaian Times] President John Dramani Mahama has impressed upon organised labour to back government's plan to introduce a private sector player in the operation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

We Have Always Called It a Crime

[Ghanaian Times] Earlier this month, my country celebrated its 69th Independence Day. In my address to the nation, I invoked the courage and conviction of our founding leaders, who stood firm in the face of immense adversity to secure our freedom. Kwame Nkrumah reminded us that political independence without transforming the global systems that shape our economies and opportunities remains incomplete.

Jake Paul Teases Boxing Return 3 Months After Anthony Joshua Fight

[Ghanaian Times] Jake Paul appears set to announce his return to the ring just weeks after undergoing a second surgery on the broken jaw he suffered against Anthony Joshua.

Captain One Golf Society Holds Maiden Future Champions Awards

[Ghanaian Times] The Captain One Golf Society has successfully organised its maiden Future Champions End-of-Season Awards Ceremony for young golfers under its Captain One Golf Kids programme.

Can Heart of Lions Prey On Hearts of Oak?

[Ghanaian Times] Raymond Gripman and Razak Simpson have shown remarkable improvement in their performances of late and that is clearly showing in their defensive structure.

National Chief Imam Cautions Against Reckless Road Use Ahead of Eid Festivities

[Ghanaian Times] The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has urged road users to conduct themselves responsibly ahead of the Eid festivities.

158 Benefit From Assemblies of God Free Medical Outreach in Ashanti Region

[Ghanaian Times] The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, and his wife, Lady Mrs Monica Wengam, have sponsored a free medical outreach for retired ministers, their spouses, and widows of deceased pastors in the Ashanti Region.

Chairman Wontumi Ordered to Open Defence in Illegal Mining Trial

[Ghanaian Times] THE Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has been ordered to open his defence in an ongoing criminal trial in which he is accused of allowing two persons to mine on his concession at Samreboi without permit.

Four Arrested Over Alleged Assault At Ashongman Estate

[Ghanaian Times] THE Ghana Police Service has arrested four persons in connection with an alleged assault incident at Ashongman Estate in Accra.

W/Bank Group Managing Director Visits Liberia, Ghana

[Liberian Observer] Paschal Donohoe, World Bank Group Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, will visit Ghana and Liberia from March 15 - 20, 2026.

Ghana Embassy in Qatar Announces Emergency Evacuation for Citizens

[Ghanaian Times] The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Qatar has announced an emergency evacuation exercise for Ghanaian citizens living in Qatar following rising security tensions in the region.

Consumers to Pay Less for Power, Water From April 1

[Ghanaian Times] THE Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced reductions in electricity and water tariffs, effective April 1, 2026, for the second quarter tariff review.

Message for U.S. Citizens - Town Hall for U.S. Citizens in Ghana With Chargé d'Affaires, a.I. Rolf Olson

[U.S. Embassy Accra] Townhall posterU.S. Embassy Accra invites U.S. citizens in Ghana to a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Use Tech, Data to Improve Road Maintenance - Gha Deputy CEO

[Ghanaian Times] TAKORADI -- THE Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Maintenance at the Ghana Highway Authority (GHA), Mr Lawrence Lamptey, has reminded engineers of the critical role well-maintained roads play in Ghana's national development.

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