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Govt to overhaul NPA Act as energy transition accelerates

146  Government says it is undertaking comprehensive regulatory reviews in the downstream petroleum sector, including moves to introduce a new National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Act to align the industry with current market realities. Energy and Green Transition Minister John Jinapor explains that the reforms are essential as global energy systems shift toward renewables, noting that […]

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NAIMOS Task force strikes “Yellow face” galamsey site at Wassa Abrehyia

174  The National Anti-illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) Task force has launched an audacious dawn operation to flush out galamseyers from a notorious illegal mining site nicknamed ‘Yellow face’ at Wassa Abrehyia in the Western Region. The unexpected presence of the NAIMOS task force deterred inhabitants of the area with the galamseyers fleeing to escape […]

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Gov’t uncovers how importers laundered $31 billion in five years, BoG to sanction banks involved, importers to refund ‘stolen’ taxes

186  The government has uncovered a scheme of money laundering involving businesspeople, both foreigners and Ghanaians, under the guise of imports. The security agencies have taken over the case, and according to the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, they are going to ensure that all taxes, stolen from such money transfers under the […]

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Ghana’s Presidential Jet returns after 8 months of repairs in France

219  Ghana’s presidential jet has finally returned to the country after eight months of repairs in France, the Vice-President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons, has disclosed. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Mr. Simons announced that “Ghana’s presidential jet has been delivered safely back into the custody of the Ghana Air Force since Monday, […]

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Amenfi Central MP Honored with Most Impactful MP Award at AFTAG Philanthropic Awards & Charity Night 2025

234  Hon. Joanna Gyan Cudjoe, Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central in the Western Region has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to society with the Most Impactful MP Award at the AFTAG Philanthropic Awards & Charity Night 2025. The award, presented on November 15, 2025, acknowledges Hon. Cudjoe’s remarkable initiatives in empowering women and […]

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MTN Ghana Kicks Off 2025 Sustainablility Week With Call For Collective Action

176  MTN Ghana has launched its 2025 Sustainability Week, reaffirming its long-term commitment to driving impactful, responsible and inclusive growth through collective action. This year’s theme, ‘Sustainability, Our Collective Responsibility — Driving Impact, Deepening Commitment, reinforces the importance of individual and institutional effort in achieving lasting progress. In her welcome remarks at the launch at […]

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NSMQ Contestant, Blessed Oforiwaa Nsiah, Urges Teenage Girls to Prioritise Education After Securing $40,000 Full Scholarship

232  Blessed Oforiwaa Nsiah, a distinguished member of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) Team of Mankranso Senior High School, has encouraged her fellow teenage girls to stay focused on their education and not allow challenges to derail their dreams. She made the inspiring call during a durbar organised by Mankranso SHS to organise […]

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Labour Ministry Launches Task Force to Boost Workplace Safety in Ashanti Region

358  The Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment has taken a significant step to enhance workplace safety standards in the Ashanti region with the establishment of a Health and Safety Enforcement and Compliance Special Task Force. This initiative, led by Minister Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, aims to support the Factory Inspectorate Agency in ensuring employers comply […]

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Nana Wiafe Celebrates Birthday with Kumasi Children’s Home, Calls for Support

274  In a heartwarming display of kindness and generosity, Nana Wiafe, Chairperson of Kumasi Market Queen Mothers and Traders Association, yesterday celebrated his birthday at the Kumasi Children’s Home, bringing joy and cheer to the residents.   As part of his birthday celebrations, Nana Wiafe donated an assortment of cooked food, drinks, bottled water, and […]