Mahama champions African self-reliance at UNGA amid contrasting US “America First” rhetoric
The opening of the 80th UN General Assembly saw a stark contrast in global visions as President John Mahama of...
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Nigeria’s economy grows 4.23% in Q2, fastest pace in four years on higher oil output
Nigeria’s economy expanded 4.23% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, its quickest pace in about four years, driven by...
Revitalizing farmlands and achieving food self-sufficiency is the best way to honour Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy, says agricultural expert
As Ghana commemorates the birthday of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, an agricultural expert has urged the nation to revive farmlands...
Ghana must succeed for Africa to succeed – President Tharman applauds Mahama’s leadership
Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has commended President John Dramani Mahama for his leadership in steering Ghana through economic challenges and...
Cross-border payments must be seamless – President Mahama in talks with Singapore’s Tharman Shanmugaratnam
President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, with discussions centred on strengthening cooperation in...
Chinese ambassador urges localisation of manufacturing in Ghana to support 24-hour economy initiative
Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Mr Tong Defa, has thrown his support behind the Government’s 24-Hour Economy initiative, calling on Chinese...
Foreign Affairs Ministry clarifies Ghana’s abstention on LGBTQI vote at UN Human Rights Council
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has clarified Ghana’s position following widespread media commentary surrounding its recent vote...
Ningo Traditional Council calls for urgent government action against alleged ‘Igbo Kingdom’ in Ghana
The Ningo Traditional Council has strongly refuted claims of a so-called "Igbo Kingdom" being established within the Ningo Paramountcy and...
Okra: Nigerian fintech startup which raised $16 million in funding shuts down after 5 years
Nigerian fintech company Okra has officially shut down operations, marking the end of a five-year journey that once positioned it...
Mahama, Modi commit to deeper Ghana-India partnership in trade, tech, and youth empowerment
President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana is seeking to deepen its partnership with India across key sectors, including trade, agriculture,...
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