Politics
Pius Hadzide Demands Clarity on NSA Secretariat Amid World Cup Visa Scandal
The former Deputy Sports Minister calls for accountability over alleged visa facilitation payments and questions the authority’s organisational structure.
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Business
Bumble Shares Surge After Report of $1bn Takeover Talks
Shares in the dating‑app firm jumped nearly 50% on Monday after a Wall Street Journal report that Ithaca is in advanced talks to buy Bumble for about $1bn.
Politics
Ghana Re‑establishes ECOWAS National Office to Strengthen Regional Integration
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reopened its ECOWAS office and launched key committees to improve coordination of regional programmes.
Business
IMF Warns AI Could Disrupt 40% of Global Jobs
Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva urged governments to upskill workers as AI reshapes employment, citing a potential 60% impact in advanced economies.
Business
GEXPO 2026: 500 Exhibitors Targeted to Expand Ghana’s Non‑Traditional Exports
The first Ghana Export and SME Fair will run from 18‑22 November at Black Star Square, drawing local firms and international buyers to boost the country’s export base.
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DVLA to Launch 24‑Hour Services in Kumasi and Takoradi by January 2027
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority will open its Kumasi and Takoradi branches around the clock, following a review of operational capacity and in line with Ghana’s 24‑hour economy agenda.
Crime
Attorney General Urges Court to Dismiss Adu‑Boahene’s No‑Case Submission
The AG has filed a 25‑page brief arguing that evidence proves guilt in the cyber‑defence fund theft case, setting the stage for a November 5th ruling.
Politics
TUSAAG, GAUA Report Progress in Talks with Government
Union leaders say a meeting with key ministries has addressed most concerns, but a few issues remain unresolved as they await a decision on campus shutdowns.
Politics
Brako‑Powers Urges Parliament to Keep Dual‑Citizenship Restrictions in Public Office
The lawyer argues that constitutional limits on dual citizens should remain for sensitive positions such as the Chief Justice and ambassadors, not just the presidency.
Business
Citi FM/Channel One TV, Ghana Eximbank Explore Agrifair Partnership
The media house’s managing director met with Eximbank officials to discuss joint support for farmers and agribusinesses ahead of the 2026 Agrifair in Accra.
Politics
Mahama Urges Electoral Commission Deputies to Act Impartially
President Mahama called on new EC deputies Emelia Afi Agbenyo and Joseph Kweku Asamoah to treat all parties equally and strengthen public trust through transparency.
Politics
Ghana Moves Toward BRICS Membership Amid Shifting Global Power
President John Mahama has outlined a strategy to position Ghana within the emerging BRICS bloc, citing economic benefits and a changing geopolitical landscape.
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Politics
Emelia Agbenyo Not an NDC Card-Bearing Member, Says Presidential Staffer
Beatrice Annan defends the EC appointment of Emelia Agbenyo, arguing her gender advocacy, not party loyalty, underpins her suitability.
Politics
Dr Asamoah Urges Ghanaians to Judge Him by Performance and Integrity
The new EC Deputy Chair promises to bring expertise in elections, law, accounting and economics to reform Ghana’s electoral governance.
Business
Moody’s Upgrades Ghana’s Credit Rating to B3, Revises Outlook to Stable
The rating agency lifted Ghana from Caa1 to B3, citing lower borrowing costs and fiscal discipline, but shifted the outlook from positive to stable.
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Wetland Communities in Northern Ghana Face Rising Flood Risks Amid Climate Change
Research shows that hotter temperatures, erratic rainfall and heavier storms threaten livelihoods, but community willingness and nature‑based solutions offer hope.
Politics
Mahama Swears In Two New EC Deputy Chairpersons
President John Dramani Mahama appointed Emelia Afi Agbenyo and Dr Joseph Kwaku Asamoah as Deputy Chairpersons of the Electoral Commission, filling gaps left by recent resignations.
Politics
Ghana Unveils Social Protection Act and Gender Equity Regulations
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku‑Agyemang launched three new legal instruments in Accra on 7 October, aiming to strengthen social safety nets and advance women’s participation in leadership.
Politics
Industrial Action Rising: Are Ghanaians Forced to Strike to Be Heard?
Workers across public sectors are increasingly resorting to strikes after repeated delays in honouring negotiated agreements, raising questions about government accountability and the credibility of labour commitments.
International
Saudi Energy Minister Vows Serious Response to Houthi Airport Attacks
Prince Abdul Aziz bin Salman pledged a forceful reply after Yemen’s Houthi movement struck Saudi airports, killing civilians and disrupting oil infrastructure.
Technology
Nyaho Medical Centre Ordered to Report to CID Over Expired Data Protection Certificate
The Accra‑based hospital has been directed to appear before the Criminal Investigations Department after the Data Protection Commission flagged its lapsed registration.
Business
Ghana’s FX Reserves Decline, Forecasts Warn of Cedi Depreciation
IC Insights warns that falling foreign exchange buffers and tight fiscal policy could push the Ghanaian cedi further against the dollar, amid rising import costs and a looming Eurobond service.
Education
Learn Deutsch Opens First ÖSD German Language Examination Centre in Accra
The new centre at No. 4 Nuumo Abbey Street, East Legon, will offer Ghanaian learners a recognised pathway to German‑speaking universities and jobs.
General
DVLA Expands to 63 Offices, Adding 30 New Service Centres Across Ghana
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority now operates 63 locations nationwide, a jump from 33, after opening 30 new offices in the last 18 months.
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