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Over 6,000 teachers threaten legal action and street protests over unpaid arrears

231  The academic year is set for a turbulent start as the Coalition of Unpaid Teachers has issued a final ultimatum to the government, warning of a massive street demonstration and legal action over a year’s worth of unpaid salary arrears. Despite a series of protests held throughout 2025, the group claims that over 6,000 […]

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BoG tightens rules on International Money Transfers

275  The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced a new regulatory framework for the registration and operations of International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), a move aimed at strengthening oversight of inward remittances, safeguarding foreign exchange inflows, and enhancing consumer protection. The Guidelines for the Registration and Operations of International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in Ghana, […]

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Hon. Engineer George Kofi Arthur Sets Sights on Western Regional NDC Chairmanship Race

292  As the National Democratic Congress (NDC) prepares to fortify its structures ahead of the next major political cycle, a heavyweight in the Western Region has officially emerged as a frontrunner for the Regional Chairmanship. Hon. Engineer George Kofi Arthur, a former three-term Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, has signaled his intent to bring […]

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By-election looms in Ayawaso East as MP Mahama Naser Toure dies after a short illness

534  The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Mahama Naser Toure, has passed away at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital after a period of illness. A fourth-term MP, Toure held several key roles in Parliament, including Vice Chairman of the Energy Committee, and membership on the Roads and Transport Committee, House Committee, and the Private Members’ […]

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Prof. Opoku-Agyemang tells student leaders to uphold integrity in managing finances

291    Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged student leaders to prioritise integrity, particularly in the management of student dues and the discharge of their responsibilities. Speaking at the 2026 Pentecost Students and Associates–Ghana (PENSA–Ghana) Conference, she stressed that leadership roles on campus play a critical part in shaping students into future national […]

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Sammy Gyamfi: 3% withholding tax crashed small-scale gold output, FX inflows in 2021

290  Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has disclosed that a 3% withholding tax introduced in 2021 under the Akufo-Addo administration led to a dramatic collapse in small-scale gold production and foreign exchange inflows. Speaking on News File on Joy FM on Saturday, January 3, 2026, Sammy Gyamfi said small-scale […]

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Brogya Genfi Commends Ashanti NDC Youth Wing; Charges Members to Remain Resolute Ahead of 2028

350  The Deputy Minister for Defence, Mr. Ernest Brogya Genfi, has officially extended his profound gratitude to the Ashanti Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), citing their unwavering commitment as the bedrock of the party’s growing vibrancy and electoral success in the region. Speaking at a high-level consultative meeting in Kumasi with […]

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Ken Agyapong calls for peace and unity ahead of NPP primaries

371  New Patriotic Party flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has called for peace, unity, and prayers ahead of the party’s primaries scheduled for January 31, 2026. Addressing worshippers at the Ken’s National Praise 2026 event on Friday, January 2, Mr Agyapong stressed that the gathering was strictly a thanksgiving service and not a political activity. […]