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Ghana Rejects US $109m Health Deal, Seeks Revision
President John Dramani Mahama said the United States has reached out to Ghana to review the rejected agreement, opening the door for further talks.
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Business
Zambia Signs Five‑Year Health Deal With US, Ending Data‑Sharing Row
The Lusaka agreement, worth about $1.5 bn, resolves months of controversy over citizens’ medical data and mineral access linked to aid.
Politics
Ghana Rejects US Health Compact After USAID Shutdown
President John Dramani Mahama said Ghana would not sign a new health agreement with the United States, citing data‑sharing and funding terms that undermined national sovereignty.
Politics
Ghana Rejects US Health Compact Over Data and Funding Concerns
President Mahama called the proposed agreement humiliating after Cabinet flagged issues on medical data, counterpart funding and FDA oversight.
Politics
Localisation: Donors Must Transfer Decision‑Making Power to Ghanaian NGOs
Ghanaian NGOs argue they are left as implementers while donors control budgets, priorities and evaluation, calling for true localisation that places local actors at the centre of decision‑making.
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Pochettino Poised to Take Manchester United Head Coach Role
The Argentine manager is ready to step into the Red Devils’ vacancy as Michael Carrick’s future hangs in the balance, with United reportedly prepared to pay $10m to secure him.
Business
GIIF Warns Climate Change Could Shorten Lifespan of Major Ghanaian Infrastructure Projects
The Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund cautions that climate risks threaten the durability of key projects like Kotoka Airport Terminal 3, Takoradi Port expansion and the Accra‑Tema Motorway, urging resilient design to safeguard public investment.
Politics
Ghana Sticks to Strengthening Ties with South Africa Despite BNC Postponement
President John Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening relations with South Africa after the third Bi‑National Commission meeting was delayed amid rising tensions.
Business
Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson Unveils 2027 Budget and New Economy Plan
On Thursday, 12 November, the Finance Minister presented Ghana’s 2027 Budget Statement, outlining growth targets, fiscal reforms and a US$10 billion investment programme aimed at boosting industry, agriculture and jobs.
Business
High Global Cocoa Prices Don’t Guarantee Ghanaian Prosperity
A surge in world cocoa prices has not translated into higher national income for Ghana, experts say the value must be retained and distributed across the entire supply chain.
Crime
Ghana Cocaine Shipment Seized at Spanish Port
Spanish authorities intercepted 2.6 tonnes of cocaine hidden in coconuts shipped from Tema, arresting two men linked to the importation and distribution of the drugs.