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Importers And Exporter Left Stranded Over Verification Issues
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has disconnected the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) from its Identity Verification Service (IVS) platform due to an unpaid debt of GH₵376 million.
This drastic measure has left importers and…
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U.S Visa Applicants Could Pay Up To USD15,000 Bond
Starting August 20, the U.S. will implement a pilot program requiring certain tourists and business travelers to pay bonds of up to $15,000 to obtain visas, according to a government notice.
The initiative targets visitors from countries…
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Fire Outbreak at Accra Tourist Information Centre: A Blow to Heritage and Economy-VIDEO
The devastating fire that engulfed the Accra Tourist Information Centre has left a deep scar on Ghana’s cultural and economic landscape.
As a vital hub for promoting tourism—one of Ghana’s most critical sectors—the centre…
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Ghana Announces Significant Increase in Cocoa Producer Price for 2025/2026 Season
The Ghanaian government has announced a substantial increase in the producer price of cocoa for the 2025/2026 season, raising it from US\$3,100 to US\$5,040 per tonne—a 62.58% hike in dollar terms.
This adjustment aligns with President…
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Bizarre Shooting And Major Fire Incident Rock Madina, Leaving Several Injured and Homeless
On Sunday, August 3, 2025, a devastating fire broke out near the Madina Redco Flats, engulfing over 50 wooden and metal structures, including makeshift homes and containers.
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) received an emergency…
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Ghana Records 20 New Mpox Cases, Total Rises to 302 with First Fatality
Ghana’s Mpox outbreak continues to escalate, with the Ghana Health Service (GHS) confirming 20 new cases as of July 30, 2025, bringing the total number of infections to 302.
The latest figures mark a concerning upward trend, following…
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Ghana Launches Responsible Cooperative Mining Programme to Transform Artisanal Mining Sector
The Ghanaian government has approved the implementation of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP), a landmark initiative aimed at reforming the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector.…
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NPP Denies Allegations of Contract with Ukrainian Firm for Smear Campaign
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has strongly refuted claims of engaging a Ukrainian PR agency, Brandcom, to conduct an online smear campaign during the 2024 presidential elections.
The party’s response comes after an article published…
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FDA Suspends Production of Tasty Tom Tomato Mix Over Safety Violations
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) of Ghana has ordered an immediate suspension of the manufacturing of "Tasty Tom Enriched Tomato Mix" after an investigation revealed serious lapses in production standards.
The decision follows an…
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“DSTV Wanted To Collect The Money But Not Pay To Headquarters”-Hon Sam George
Honourable Sam Nartey George Calls Out DStv Ghana for Unfair Pricing Practices
Honourable Sam Nartey George has strongly criticized DStv Ghana for what he describes as a blatant disregard for Ghanaian consumers. In a recent statement, he…
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