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2025 WAFCON: Black Queens suffer opening defeat to South Africa

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:46 pm

Black Queens fell to a 2-0 defeat against defending champions South Africa in their opening match of the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) at the Honneur Stadium in Oujda on Monday, July 7, 2025.

'False, unfounded and baseless' - Springfield denies Petraco allegations in $100 million dispute

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:44 pm

Indigenous oil and gas firm, Springfield Exploration and Production Limited (SEP), has denied allegations reportedly submitted to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) by Petraco Oil Company SA, describing them as “false, unfounded, and without merit.

Decentralising Zoomlion's sanitation contracts could hurt investment – UPSA lecturer

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:34 pm

A senior academic at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Dr Eric Boachie Yiadom, has cautioned that the government’s plan to review or decentralise sanitation contracts with Zoomlion Ghana Limited could discourage investment and destabilise the waste management sector.

'John Mahama's administration taking undeserved credit for oil discoveries' - Minority claims

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:24 pm

The Minority in Parliament has stated that the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) cannot take credit for recent oil discoveries that, according to them, were made under the previous Akufo-Addo administration.

Kejetia petty traders hold memorial for departed members, appeal for fair store allocation

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:17 pm

The Kejetia Petty Traders Association has held a solemn memorial service to mark the 10th anniversary of the passing of over 100 of its members, many of whom reportedly died while struggling to make a living under harsh and unsafe[…]

24-Hour Economy cannot be a substantive policy – Manhyia South MP blasts NDC govt

Jul 7, 2025 | 20:07 pm

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Lawyer Nana Agyei Baffour, says it's laughable for the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to present a 24-hour economy as a substantive policy.

'He complained of pains in his heart' - Ernest Kumi's brother recalls final moments

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:55 pm

A brother of the late Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi, has recounted the heartbreaking events leading to the sudden death of the young legislator, describing him as a “pillar in the family” whose passing has left the entire[…]

Crude oil below $70 threatens Ghana's 2025 revenue targets – Ben Nsiah

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:44 pm

The Executive Director of the Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy (CEMSE), Ben Nsiah, has raised concerns about the potential economic impact of falling global oil prices on Ghana’s revenue projections for 2025.

'Sudden and unexpected' - Minority Leader reacts to Ernest Kumi's death

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:43 pm

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has eulogised the late Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi, describing his passing as a devastating loss to both the House and his constituents.

Dr Bawumia is the best economist to turn Ghana's economy around – Boakye-Danquah

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:42 pm

A former government spokesperson on governance and security, Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has lauded former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as Ghana’s most capable economist and the right man to lead the nation on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

MP Kennedy Osei rejects reported move to repurpose National Cathedral

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:36 pm

The Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru, Kennedy Nyarko Osei, has expressed strong opposition to the government’s reported decision to convert the proposed National Cathedral into a National Cultural Convention Centre.

Citizens must embrace order for development – James Bomfeh

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:15 pm

The Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Citizenship, Constitutional and Electoral Systems (CenCES), James Kwabena Bomfeh, popularly known as Kabila, has urged Ghanaians to embrace discipline and support lawful actions that promote national development.

'No fees stress policy unsustainable' - Nana Yaw Sarpong tells government

Jul 7, 2025 | 19:14 pm

A member of the Movement for Change, Nana Yaw Sarpong, has questioned the long-term viability of the government’s newly launched ‘No Fees Stress’ policy for first-year tertiary students.

'Look at how I fought to get here' - Watch Akwatia MP Ernest Kumi's last interview on Friday

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:47 pm

The death of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi, has been confirmed by some members of the party following reports of his passing on Monday, July 7, 2025.

New Oil discoveries happened under Akufo-Addo, not Mahama – Minority

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:47 pm

“In Ghana's upstream petroleum industry, it is a contract or operator that has a duty of informing the state of the outcome of any approved appraisal ...

UG students call for cancelation of NPP Conference amid COVID-19 resurgence

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:45 pm

A group of final-year students at the University of Ghana have hinted of plans to petition the University's Sports Directorate to halt plans for the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) upcoming National Annual Delegates Conference scheduled to take place at the[…]

Suspended CJ Torkornoo seeks judicial review challenging dismissal of her injunction application

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:44 pm

The suspended Chief Justice (CJ), Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, has filed for a judicial review challenging the unanimous dismissal of her application to halt her suspension and the ongoing impeachment proceedings against her.

NDC, NPP MPs react to death of Akwatia MP Ernest Kumi

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:41 pm

Ghana’s legislative arm of government has been hit by the demise of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi.

NPP Primaries: Top-down agenda recipe for chaos, confusion – Andy Appiah-Kubi

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:40 pm

Former Member of Parliament for Asante-Akim North, Andy Kwame Appiah-Kubi, has criticised the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) decision to hold its presidential primaries before addressing the party’s internal challenges, describing the move as a recipe for confusion and chaos.

Akwatia MP's seat draped in red as Parliament mourns his passing

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:27 pm

The First Deputy Minority Whip, Habib Iddrisu, has draped the seat of the late Akwatia MP, Ernest Yaw Kumi, in red cloth as a solemn tribute following his passing on Monday, July 7, 2025.

This is not political patronage, but merit based - Sam Jonah on E&P's Black Volta Gold Project

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:17 pm

Prominent Ghanaian business leader Sir Sam Jonah has emphasised that the acquisition of the Black Volta Gold Project is based on merit, without any political favouritism.

LIVESTREAMED: Ghana vs South Africa (2024 WAFCON)

Jul 7, 2025 | 18:13 pm

Ghana’s Black Queens begin their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign on Monday, July 7, 2025, with a tough opener against reigning champions South Africa at the Honneur Stadium in Oudja.

'We have made history for Ghanaian mining with Black Volta deal' - Ibrahim Mahama

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:59 pm

The Chief Executive Officer of indigenous mining firm Engineers & Planners (E&P), Ibrahim Mahama, has announced what he describes as a historic milestone for Ghana’s mining sector following his company's acquisition of a 100% stake in the Black Volta Gold[…]

We have observed a notable boost in investor confidence – AGI

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:58 pm

The Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Seth Twum-Akwaboah, says the business community has witnessed a significant boost in investor confidence over the past six months.

PM Modi seeks deeper India-Ghana partnership

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:50 pm

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed India’s commitment to strengthening economic and strategic ties with Ghana, citing shared post-colonial histories and the need for renewed cooperation amid shifting global dynamics.

E&P's $100m Black Volta Gold deal a game-changer for indigenous mining - Sir Sam Jonah

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:45 pm

Business mogul Sir Samuel Esson Jonah has described the $100 million financing deal between Engineers & Planners (E&P) and the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) as a “historic milestone” in Ghana’s mining industry.

Gbawe shooter drank alcohol infused sobolo before the incident - Police

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:18 pm

The Ghana Police Service has provided an update on the fatal shooting incident that occurred at Gbawe, a suburb of Accra, during a naming ceremony that resulted in the death of Queen Mother Pearl Naa Dodua Whitaker.

'From 4,400 to 50 is a joke' - Bright Simons slams revision of 5G sites target

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:16 pm

The Vice President of IMANI-Africa, Bright Simons, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government's decision to revise Next Gen Infraco (NGIC)'s target of building 4400 5G sites to 50.

Akwatia MP's last interview before untimely death surfaces online (video) - Pulse Ghana

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:05 pm

A video of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi's final interview has emerged days after his sudden death on 7 July 2025. The late MP passed away after a ...

Ghana gets US$4.8bn from international visitors and tourists in 2024 - MyJoyOnline

Jul 7, 2025 | 17:02 pm

The details were captured in the 2024 Ghana Tourism report launched by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). Ghana got the funds from 1.2 million ...

GPHA Director-General inspects key road rehabilitation projects within Port of Tema enclave

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:50 pm

The Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, on Monday, July 7, 2025, led a team to inspect the ongoing rehabilitation works on three critical road corridors within the Port of Tema enclave.

Oil prices to stay below $70 despite Middle East tensions - Analysts

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:25 pm

Oil prices are expected to remain capped below $70 per barrel for the rest of the year, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

'Turn Data Skills Into Social Impact' - Telecel Ghana CEO Urges Younger Generation

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:17 pm

Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Ghana, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai has called on the nation's expanding community of young data scientists to ...

Police arrest 21-year-old in connection with fatal shooting of queen mother at Gbawe

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:10 pm

A 21-year-old man has been arrested by the Accra Regional Police Command as a key suspect in a fatal shooting incident that occurred at Gbawe in Accra during a naming ceremony.

GoldBod Task Force to intensify crackdown on smuggling – Sammy Gyamfi declares

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:04 pm

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has issued a strong warning to illegal gold smugglers, declaring that the era of unchecked smuggling of Ghana’s natural resources is over.

Police establish new security secretariat to support 24-Hour Economy initiative

Jul 7, 2025 | 16:02 pm

The Ghana Police Service has established a new unit, the 24-Hour Economy Security Secretariat, to coordinate security operations for the effective implementation of the government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy programme.

NDC Spain Branch applauds Mahama's government for economic gains, policy delivery

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:59 pm

The Spain Branch of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) has lauded the Mahama-led administration for what it describes as effective economic management and the successful implementation of key campaign promises.

Speaker Bagbin's son sweeps 7 top awards at North Hills, crowned Outstanding Student for 2025

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:58 pm

On Friday, July 4, 2025, the tranquil forecourt of North Hills International School in North Legon, Accra, came alive with celebration as the institution hosted its annual Speech and Prize-Giving Day.

Bullgod calls on government, GFA to intervene in Thomas Partey rape case

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:58 pm

Entertainment pundit Lawrence Asiamah, well-known as Bullgod, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the government to aid Thomas Partey in his rape case trial.

Paul Pogba joins AS Monaco after prison return

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:57 pm

AS Monaco has secured the signature of French midfielder Paul Pogba on a free transfer, with the 2018 World Cup winner signing a two-year contract until June 30, 2027.

Canon Sportif Yaoundé sign 19-year-old Nathan Doualla

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:57 pm

One of Cameroon’s brightest young talents is back on the pitch and ready to silence the doubters.

Watch as police beef up security at EOCO ahead of planned NPP protest

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:57 pm

Security at the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has been heightened in anticipation of a planned protest by some members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at the premises.

Dr Bryan Acheampong seeks Kufuor's blessing for NPP flagbearer bid

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:53 pm

Flagbearer aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Bryan Acheampong, has paid a courtesy call on former President John Agyekum Kufuor to formally inform him of his presidential ambitions.

Breaking: MP for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi confirmed dead - Pulse Ghana

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:49 pm

He held an MSc in Defence and International Politics from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (2022), an MBA in Corporate Governance ...

Trump threatens extra 10% tariff on nations siding with BRICS

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:48 pm

US President Donald Trump has warned that countries which side with the policies of the Brics alliance that go against US interests will be hit with an extra 10% tariff.

Igbo King In Ghana Opens Up On Planned Village At Old Ningo, Speaks About Plans Made In Video

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:35 pm

The Igbo King in Ghana His Royal Majesty Eze Dr Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu has in an interview has opened up on his vision to open the first Igbo ...

Ghana Grows Movie Premiere Ignites New Thinking Among Youth in Ashaiman ... - Peace FM

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:11 pm

7th July 2025 The Ashaiman community came alive on Saturday, 5th July, as hundreds of young people gathered for the premiere of three youth-led ...

Sustainability of 'No Fees Stress' policy must be assessed - Dr Gunu

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:08 pm

Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Gunu, Dean of the Faculty of Education and Associate Professor at the University for Development Studies (UDS), has raised critical concerns about the sustainability of the government’s newly launched ‘No Fees Stress’ policy for first-year tertiary students.

Surge in gold prices to reshape Ghana's economic outlook - Fitch Solutions report

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:02 pm

UK-based research and risk analysis firm, Fitch Solutions, has projected that gold prices will remain relatively high compared to historical averages over the medium term.

Shatta Wale performed at 2025 President’s Cup for free to honour Mahama - Report

Jul 7, 2025 | 15:01 pm

Report have emerged that Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, did not receive any payment from the government for his performance at the 2025 President’s Cup held at the Accra Sports Stadium on July 6, 2025.

Cynthia Findiib downplays pressure ahead of encounter with South Africa

Jul 7, 2025 | 14:58 pm

With some players participating in their first Women's Africa Cup of Nations, she's grateful for the opportunity to represent Ghana and showcase their ...

Court orders Nana Agradaa to be brought back for judgement in another case

Jul 7, 2025 | 14:58 pm

An Accra High Court has summoned the Founder and Leader of Heaven Way Church, Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, to reappear for a final ruling in an ongoing legal battle involving Prophet Emmanuel Appiah Enim, also known[…]

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