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100 buses arrive as government moves to ease commuter pressure
The government has taken delivery of 100 new buses as part of measures to ease mounting pressure on Ghana’s public transport system following recent commuter challenges across the country.
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New Google feature lets you fix your old email address without losing data
Google has introduced a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their Gmail address names, marking a major shift in how people manage their digital identities after more than two decades of the platform’s existence.
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From GH¢1,000 to GH¢2,271 in 90 days: The GSE stocks that doubled fortunes in the first quarter of 2026
An investor who placed GH¢1,000 into the ten best-performing stocks on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) at the start of the year would have walked away with more than GH¢2,271 by the end of March; an impressive 127 per cent return that eclipsed every other mainstream asset class available to the Ghanaian retail investor.
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‘Capacity over politics’ — Mahama defends awarding contracts to NPP-linked firms
President John Dramani Mahama has said he resisted pressure from within his own political support base to exclude contractors perceived to be aligned with the opposition from benefiting under the government’s flagship road programme.
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Rainstorm wreaks havoc: Faulty transformers, feeder failures leave parts of 3 regions without power
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is battling multiple network failures across three regions following a combination of technical faults and a heavy rainstorm that has left scores of communities without power over the weekend.
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Michael Essien tips Kudus as Ghana’s key man ahead of 2026 World Cup
Former Ghana international Michael Essien has identified Mohammed Kudus as the standout figure in the current Ghana national football team squad, expressing confidence in the country’s emerging generation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Mahama unveils plans for Kwahu Airstrip, Convention Centre
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled plans to construct an airstrip and a permanent convention and exhibition centre at Kwahu, as part of efforts to transform the annual Easter business forum into a major hub for investment and enterprise development.
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No fuel shortage ahead — President Mahama assures
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that there is no immediate risk of fuel shortages despite rising tensions in the Middle East, stating that the country has sufficient petroleum reserves to last for at least six weeks.
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‘Economy won’t collapse’ — President Mahama moves to cushion fuel price hikes
President John Dramani Mahama has summoned an emergency Cabinet meeting to confront the sharp rise in fuel prices, as global tensions linked to the Middle East conflict continue to push up the cost of petroleum products in Ghana.
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Govt to overhaul free zones into manufacturing hubs for local production
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has announced plans to reposition Ghana’s special economic zones to support agro-processing and light manufacturing as part of a broader push to expand local industrial production.
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‘Live Christ-like lives’ — President Mahama rallies Ghanaians for national renewal
President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to embrace sacrifice, integrity and unity as the country confronts its current challenges, stressing that national transformation depends as much on the character of citizens as it does on government policy.
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VIDEO: ‘Sit down, I’m safe here’ — President Mahama’s surprise moment at Easter gathering
President John Dramani Mahama momentarily set aside protocol at a Good Friday service in Accra when he asked his military aide to take a seat, drawing laughter and applause from a packed congregation.
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Asante Gold reports US$345million loss for 2025
Asante Gold Corporation recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of US$345.44 million for the eleven months ended December 31, 2025, a sharp deterioration from the US$62.18 million loss reported for the previous financial year, according to the company’s audited consolidated financial statements released on March 31, 2026.
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VVIP lounge at Accra Airport shut for one week as part of major upgrade
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the temporary closure of the VVIP Lounge at the Accra International Airport, effective April 3, 2026, to allow for scheduled renovation works aimed at enhancing the facility's safety, comfort and overall functionality.
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Spectacular aerial displays thrill crowds at Kwahu Paragliding Festival opening
Four paragliding pilots thrilled crowds in the Kwahu enclave on Friday with spectacular aerial displays, drawing admiration from holidaymakers and revellers participating in this year’s Easter festivities.
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Ghana targets manufacturing hub status in West Africa — Chief of Staff
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has declared that Ghana is poised to reposition its economy and emerge as the leading manufacturing hub in West Africa, signalling a renewed policy direction under President John Dramani Mahama.
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Kwahu Easter paragliding festival opens at Odweanoma
The 2026 Kwahu Easter Paragliding Festival has officially opened at Odweanoma Mountain in the Kwahu area of the Eastern Region, with both local and international participants taking to the skies as activities commenced on April 3, 2026.
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See the list of 10 MoUs Ghana has signed with Zimbabwe
Ghana and Zimbabwe have deepened their bilateral relations following the signing of 10 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) at the Peduase Lodge in the Eastern Region, marking a significant outcome of the ongoing state visit by Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
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Health Ministry begins nationwide recruitment of health professionals from April 16
The Ministry of Health has announced the commencement of a nationwide recruitment exercise for health professionals, effective April 16, 2026, following the receipt of financial clearance.
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Two MPs push to bar candidates above 65 from Parliament
Two Members of Parliament have introduced a Private Members’ Bill seeking to amend Article 94 of the 1992 Constitution to set a maximum age limit of 65 for contesting parliamentary elections.
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Ghana navy seizes 8 boats suspected of illegal fuel bunkering
The Ghana Navy has confiscated 8 unregistered boats suspected of illegal fuel bunkering at New Takoradi and Poasi landing beaches on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
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Ghana to grant free visas to all Africans from May 25 — President Mahama announces
Ghana is set to deepen its commitment to continental integration with the introduction of a free visa regime for all African nationals, as President John Dramani Mahama moves to expand mobility and economic cooperation across the continent.
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President Mahama to host top CEOs at Kwahu Business Forum Dinner
President John Dramani Mahama is set to host leading Ghanaian business figures at an exclusive dinner as part of activities marking the 2026 Kwahu Business Forum, in what organisers describe as a key platform for direct engagement between government and the private sector.
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MTN Ghana rebounds GH¢0.13, ETI adds GH¢0.04 as GSE recovers ahead of Easter break
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) rebounded on Thursday, with the GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) adding 123.7 points to close at 13,040.78, as investors returned to select counters ahead of the extended Easter holiday break.
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Police step up nationwide security for Easter, intensify presence in Kwahu
The Ghana Police Service has announced a nationwide security operation ahead of this year’s Easter celebrations, with increased attention on the Kwahu area, which attracts large crowds during the season.