The Daily Beat

6PM GMT: 50 suspects arrested in Madina; Bawumia names policy co-chairs; Cedi hits 11.28

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:29:09 +0000

Police arrest 50 suspects in a major Madina Market narcotics raid, Dr. Bawumia appoints former NPP rivals to lead policy committees, and the Cedi trades at GH¢11.28 to the Dollar.

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8AM GMT: TGMA unveils Red Carpet hosts, AfCFTA explores Canada trade ties; disabled father charged

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000

The 27th TGMA has announced Godwin Namboh and Regina Van Helvert as Red Carpet hosts, while AfCFTA and Canada deepen trade talks. Meanwhile, a disabled father has been charged over a quad bike incident involving his son in North Legon. Get more news on 3News.com.

6PM GMT: Mahama Cares fund gets GH¢6.1m, Six arrested for impersonating, Ghana climbs to 8th largest economy in Africa

Thu, 07 May 2026 19:08:04 +0000

The Mahama Cares Fund has received GH¢6.1 million from salary donations by President Mahama and appointees, six persons have been arrested in Agona Swedru for impersonating security operatives, and Ghana has climbed to become the 8th largest economy in Africa with a GDP of $114.71 billion.

8AM GMT: Mahama courts UAE oil investment, Ghana petitions AU over South Africa xenophobia, APL report flags living conditions g

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:05:00 +0000

President Mahama has urged the UAE to invest in Ghana’s oil and gas storage facilities, Ghana has petitioned the African Union over xenophobic attacks in South Africa, and an APL report warns that macroeconomic gains are yet to reflect in the living conditions of ordinary Ghanaians.

8AM GMT: Weija Children's Hospital stalled over procurement, Millions transferred as "loan" in Adu-Boahene trial & more

Wed, 06 May 2026 14:38:10 +0000

The Weija Paediatric Hospital’s operationalisation remains stalled over procurement issues, a witness in the Adu-Boahene trial reveals millions were transferred as a “loan,” and Upper West youth are threatening action over delayed Big Push road projects.

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7 invigilators arrested on BECE day one, Roads Minister threatens Big Push contract terminations, Korle Bu doctors suspend strik

Tue, 05 May 2026 18:07:24 +0000

Seven invigilators were arrested on the first day of the 2026 BECE, Roads Minister Kwame Agbodza has threatened to terminate contracts over Big Push delays, and Korle Bu doctors have suspended their strike following management intervention.

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8AM GMT: NIA targets 3.1 million children in Ghana card drive, Kasoa maternal death probed and construction costs rise

Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000

The NIA has resumed Ghana Card registration targeting 3.1 million children, the Central Regional Health Directorate is investigating a maternal death at a Kasoa hospital, and Ghana’s construction sector is grappling with rising overall cost pressures.

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8AM GMT: Ghana Card registration resumes for 3.1M children, Kasoa maternal death probed, Construction costs rise

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:40:01 +0000

Ghana’s NIA resumes Ghana Card registration targeting 3.1 million children, the Central Regional Health Directorate investigates a maternal death at a Kasoa hospital, and Ghana’s construction sector grapples with mounting cost pressures.

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8AM GMT: Akosombo power restored, FDA seizes banned drinks, Court awards damages against Military

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:57:32 +0000

Energy Minister announces restoration of Akosombo’s fourth power unit, FDA seizes banned alcoholic energy drinks in Western North, a court awards GH¢90,000 damages against the Ghana Armed Forces in a grenade case, and 24 suspects are arrested in a crackdown on illegal mining in Atewa Forest.

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6PM GMT: Water supply disruption in Accra, Dumsor levy row, and Motorbike ban after military attack

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:27:54 +0000

Ghana Water Limited warns of water supply disruptions in Accra East and Tema due to weeds, as the Minority threatens RTI action over the undisclosed ‘dumsor levy’, and the Interior Minister bans motorbikes in Binduri following an attack on a military patrol.

8AM GMT: May 1 public holiday declared, GTEC u-turns on contract letters & AU called to act on xenophobic attacks

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:52:14 +0000

Ghana’s Interior Minister declares May 1 a public holiday, GTEC withdraws its post-retirement contract directive following ministerial orders, and the African Union faces calls to act decisively against xenophobic attacks on Africans.

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6PM GMT: Energy outage fix underway, 5,000 contractors join 'Big Push' roads push & GTEC told to pull post-retirement letters

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:42:44 +0000

Ghana’s Energy Minister empathises over power outages and assures resolution, Roads Minister Agbodza warns underperforming ‘Big Push’ contractors, and the Education Minister orders GTEC to withdraw post-retirement contract letters For more news, log on to 3News.com.

8AM GMT: Mahama highlightseEconomic gains, Gov’t reshuffles ECG leadership and revokes Adamus mining leases

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:46:56 +0000

President Mahama touts economic recovery progress as government orders GRIDCo CEO to step aside, reshuffles ECG leadership, and revokes Adamus mining leases over breaches.

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6PM GMT: BECE 2026 kicks off May 4, Akosombo fire hits power supply & TMPC targets unlicensed medicine facilities

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:52:07 +0000

Over 600,000 candidates are set to sit the 2026 BECE from May 4, a fire at the Akosombo substation disrupts power supply, and the TMPC cracks down on unlicensed traditional medicine facilities — your top Ghana news today. For more news, log on to 3News.com.

8AM GMT: Mahama’s economic push, Kasoa road update & Meta's AI job cuts

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:42:15 +0000

President Mahama meets CEOs Network Ghana, government clears road contractor arrears, and Meta cuts 8,000 jobs.

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8AM GMT: GTEC fake schools list, Agric priority & Ibrahim Mahama’s 6-month airport plan

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:55:13 +0000

GTEC warns against 62 unrecognized institutions, the Vice President outlines new agricultural interventions, and Ibrahim Mahama pledges a Damang airport in six months.

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6PM GMT: ECG transformer upgrades, World Bank water plan & GH₵4bn waste debt

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

ECG begins replacing aging transformers, World Bank launches a global water security initiative, and ESPA reveals a GH₵4bn government debt to waste companies.

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6PM GMT: GPRTU suspends fare hike, NEDCo admits power failures in Tamale, & more

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:35:24 +0000

GPRTU halts planned fare increases over fuel price relief, NEDCo acknowledges power outages in Tamale, while Immigration Service appeals for land for a new Wenchi office.

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8AM GMT: Berekum Chelsea robbery arrests, NPP outcry & IMF global alert & more

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:10:51 +0000

Stay updated with today’s top stories: Two arrested in the Berekum Chelsea robbery, NPP’s Ahiagbah reacts to communicator’s arrest, and IMF warns of Middle East war risks.

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8AM GMT: Energy Minister warns ECG of shake-up, GIS street sweep in Accra, & more

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:41:54 +0000

The Ghana Immigration Service plans a street sweep in Accra to enforce laws and assist vulnerable persons, as the Energy Minister warns of a shake-up at ECG over poor service, while the Vice President highlights marine protected areas as key to protecting fisheries.

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6PM GMT: Kejetia traders threaten protest, Freight forwarders’ strike persists and CSOs push for fuel price cut

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:15:00 +0000

Kumasi traders threaten protest over Kejetia Phase Two delays, freight forwarders’ strike continues despite talks, while CSOs propose GH₵1.65 reduction in fuel prices.

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8AM GMT: Fertiliser plant plan, NRSA Warning on Toyota Voxy and Black Stars coach debate stir national attention

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:19:25 +0000

Government considers a national fertiliser plant, NRSA cautions against Toyota Voxy for long-distance travel, while Ghanaians remain divided over the new Black Stars coach. For more news, log on to 3News.com.

6PM GMT: Free primary healthcare rollout, NSS protest threats and Thomas Partey’s UK Court case

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:20:00 +0000

Ghana to roll out free primary healthcare in 150 districts, National Service personnel threaten protest over unpaid allowances, and Thomas Partey denies new rape charges in a UK court. For more news, log on to 3News.com.

8AM GMT: US Court clears extradition of Sedina Tamakloe ,Berekum Chelsea player killed in robbery and more

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:52:05 +0000

A US court certifies the extradition of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe, while AMA announces a night crackdown on unscreened food vendors and a Berekum Chelsea player is killed in a robbery attack.

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8AM GMT: Ministers ordered to review fuel pricing, Gov’t tackles terror threats and more

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:41:54 +0000

Government moves to review fuel pricing, strengthen response to emerging terror threats, and address delays in releasing family planning supplies at ports.

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6PM GMT: Kudus faces World Cup injury blow, Court remands woman over child abuse; NPRA recovers GH₵27bn in unpaid pensions

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Kudus risks missing the 2026 World Cup due to injury, a woman is remanded over alleged child abuse, and NPRA recovers GH₵27bn from defaulting employers. For more news, log on to 3News.com.

8AM GMT: Sachet Water Prices, New Black Stars Coach & US Abuja Embassy alert & more

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:34:00 +0000

Sachet water prices to remain stable in Ghana, Sports Minister Kofi Adams announces new coach deadline, and US orders Abuja embassy evacuation.

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8AM GMT: GPRTU warns of nationwide fare hikes and Reform UK proposes visa ban for reparations-seeking countries

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:07:38 +0000

GPRTU signals possible transport fare increases following VIP Jeoun’s decision, while Reform UK proposes banning visas for countries demanding slavery reparations from Britain.

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6PM GMT: VIP Jeoun to increase transport fares, Rev. Fordjour accuses Mahama of double standards on LGBTQI issues & more

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:28:51 +0000

Dennis Miracles Aboagye urges NPP members to unite behind Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, stressing grassroots mobilisation and youth-focused leadership ahead of the 2028 elections.

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8AM GMT: Gov’t halts sachet water price hike, Mahama pushes AI reforms at Ports, T-Bill auction misses target & more

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:41:07 +0000

Government suspends sachet water price increase, Mahama advocates AI use at ports and stronger billing appeals, while T-bill auction falls short by GH₵1.05bn amid weak demand.

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8AM GMT: Sachet water prices hit GHS15 and WASSCE 2026 private results record high failure rates

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:12:51 +0000

Consumers face higher sachet water prices from April 6 as costs rise to GHS15 per bag, while WASSCE 2026 private results show high failure rates in core subjects, sparking concern.

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8AM GMT: GFA to name Black Stars coach in two weeks, Minority eyes Gold Board Act changes, Utility tariffs reduced & more

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:31:48 +0000

The GFA is set to appoint a new Black Stars coach within two weeks, while the Minority signals possible changes to the Gold Board Act and new lower electricity and water tariffs take effect.

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6PM GMT: Ghana declares Easter holidays as Roads Minister orders electronic tolls and PAC directs GH₵4.8m procurement prosecutio

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Government announces April 3 and 6 as public holidays for Easter, while the Roads Minister pushes for electronic tolling and PAC orders the prosecution of a former Defence Ministry director over a GH₵4.8m deal.

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8AM GMT: Otto Addo sacked as Black Stars coach; Council of state petitions for EOCO boss dismissal & more

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:33:27 +0000

Ghana’s football and governance landscapes shift as Otto Addo is sacked, a petition to dismiss the EOCO boss reaches President Mahama, and PAC raises alarms over the Auditor-General’s latest report.

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6PM GMT: Ghana targets tomato trade peace, implements strict new Loans Act, and faces T-bill auction miss & more

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:31:47 +0000

Ghana’s Trade Minister pushes for a diplomatic fix to the tomato export ban, while the Finance Minister introduces a New Loans Act. Plus, the latest on the government’s missed T-bill auction targets.

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8AM GMT: Accra Newtown building collapse death toll rises to 3; Armed Robbery drops by 5.1% and more.

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:35:46 +0000

The National Fire Service has confirmed three deaths in the Accra Newtown building collapse. Meanwhile, the Interior Minister reports a 5.1% decline in armed robberies, and the CMC engages WAMCO to hit a 50% local cocoa processing target.

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8 AM GMT: Agogo Paramount Chief Nana Akuoko Sarpong Passes Away, Legal Education Reform Bill Passed, and More

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:30:53 +0000

Parliament passes the 2026 Legal Education Reform Bill to scrap law school entrance exams, while the Bank of Ghana reaffirms digital financial security and Agogo mourns the death of Nana Akuoko Sarpong.

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6PM GMT: Parliament passes Value for Money Bill, PURC blames outages on maintenance, and more

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:16:51 +0000

Ghana’s Parliament approves the 2026 Value for Money Office Bill to curb wasteful spending, while PURC addresses Ashanti Region power outages and railway workers picket over salary arrears. For details and more news, visit 3News.com

8AM GMT: Minority petitions OSP, over BoG renovation contract as UT founder flags judicial loopholes fueling corruption & more.

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:41:11 +0000

Minority petitions OSP, CHRAJ and CID over BoG renovation contract as UT founder flags judicial loopholes fueling corruption.

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8AM GMT: Energy sector reset, calls to scrap ‘retirement on salary’, and bank lending rates drop to 19.2% & more

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:50:55 +0000

Ghana’s Energy Minister reaffirms plans to reset the power sector, Prof Prempeh urges the scrapping of ‘retirement on salary’, while Bank of Ghana data shows lending rates fell to 19.2% in February 2026.

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6PM GMT: Supreme Court orders asset declaration for public officers, GAF recruitment update, and more.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:46:36 +0000

The Supreme Court rules that public officers must declare assets before taking office, while the GAF begins issuing appointment letters in Kumasi and the Minority demands the scrapping of the GH₵1 fuel levy to cushion rising global oil prices.

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8AM GMT: Parliament approves GH₵8.7bn DACF, New national emoluments policy, and SIM database biometric alert & more

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:55:15 +0000

Parliament approves GH₵8.7bn for the 2026 District Assemblies Common Fund, while the government moves to address salary disparities with a new National Emoluments Policy and an audit exposes a massive biometric mismatch in the SIM database.

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GMT 6PM: New SIM registration to make MoMo fraud high-risk venture – Sam George & more

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:30:35 +0000

MP Sam Nartey George asserts that the mandatory SIM re-registration exercise will drastically curb mobile money fraud by making it an expensive and traceable venture for criminals.

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8AM GMT: Ghana’s reserves hit $14.5bn; Court order strengthens case against Wontumi & more.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:39:14 +0000

Ghana’s external reserves rise to $14.5bn as inflation drops to 3.3%, while the NPA Boss says Mahama acknowledged global economic pressures and a Deputy Attorney-General states a court order strengthens the case against Wontumi.

6PM GMT: Two Pilots Feared Dead in Tema Micro-Light Crash, BoG Says Inflation Below Target Band & More

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Two pilots feared dead in micro-light aircraft crash at Tema, 3 member Committee recommends disciplinary action over unapproved hospital charges And BoG Governor says inflation now below target band.

8AM GMT: Ghana to acquire new presidential aircraft, Interior Minister slows issuance of gun licences & More

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:01:46 +0000

Ghana to acquire new presidential aircraft by November, Interior Minister slows issuance of gun licences And Ghana Embassy in Qatar plans emergency evacuation for citizens.

6PM GMT: PURC Cuts Electricity and Water Tariffs, Stray Bullet Kills Unborn Baby in Ashanti Region & More

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

PURC announces reduction in electricity tariff by 4.81% and water tariff by 3.06%, New traffic measures announced for Tetteh Quarshie Interchange works And Stray bullet hits pregnant woman, kills unborn baby in Ashanti Region.

8AM GMT: Gov’t Digitalises Traffic Law Enforcement, Shatta Wale Comments On EOCO Probe , Media General Hosts Ghana Month Bazaar

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:01:53 +0000

Gov’t digitalises enforcement of road traffic laws, Shatta Wale says EOCO probe over Lamborghini has affected his brand And Media General to hosts Borborbor edition of Ghana Month Friday Bazaar.

6PM GMT: PRETAG Demands 14-Month Salary Arrears, IMANI Links Security Recruitment Rush to Unemployment & More

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

RETAG demands payment of 14-month salary arrears, health Ministry suspends Nkanchina Nursing College Principal over unapproved admission and IMANI boss links security recruitment rush to unemployment.

8AM GMT: Interior Minister Praised for Resisting Recruitment Pressure, IGP Deploys Team to Gbeniyiri After Attacks, & More

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:05:45 +0000

Interior Minister gains plaudit for resisting political pressure in security recruitment, IGP deploys special team to Gbeniyiri after reprisal attacks And Mahama reaffirms Ghana’s pride in historic ties with Korea.

6PM GMT: Two Ghanaians Injured in Dubai Drone Attack, NPA Assures Fuel Supply, FDA Probes Plantain Chips Safety & More

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Two Ghanaians injured in drone attack near Dubai airport, NPA assures Ghanaians of adequate fuel supply amid Middle East tensions, Lands Ministry to publish names of individuals who acquired state lands, And FDA probes alleged use of polyethylene in frying plantain chips.

8AM GMT: OSP Drops Charges Against Albert Ankrah in NPA Case, Police Seize 397 Cannabis Slabs in Techiman & More

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:46:27 +0000

OSP drops charges against Albert Ankrah in NPA corruption case, Techiman Police seize 397 slabs of suspected cannabis and Gborbu Wulomo summons Daddy Lumba’s family head over alleged private burial.

6PM GMT: Auditor-General Uncovers GH¢8.1bn Fictitious Debts, FABAG Backs Transit Goods Ban, and Court to Decide Wontumi’s Fate

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

2024 Auditor-General’s report uncovers GH¢8.1bn in fictitious debts, FABAG backs government ban on selected transit goods by land to curb smuggling, And Court to rule March 16 on whether Wontumi should answer illegal mining charges.

8AM GMT:Roads Minister Apologises Over Tetteh Quarshie Diversion, Baba Jamal to Be Sworn In as MP & More

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:37:18 +0000

Roads Minister apologises over traffic diversion at Tetteh Quarshie Interchange, Baba Jamal to be sworn in as Ayawaso East MP today And Banks now have a clear roadmap to reduce non-performing loans (NPLs) toward 10% by end of 2026 – says Asiama.

6PM GMT: Ghana Embassy in Qatar Assists Citizens to Exit, Takoradi Incident Leaves One Dead and One Missing & More

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Three Job Seekers from Kumasi involved in Tragic Takoradi Incident with one person dead, Ghana Embassy in Qatar arranges assisted road departure for interested Ghanaians seeking to leave, And NRSA, and Media General intensify road safety campaign.

8AM GMT: Mahama Halts Foreign Travel for SOE Boards, Oil Prices Hit $100 Amid Middle East War, CLOGSAG Begins Nationwide Strike

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:02:43 +0000

President Mahama halts state-funded foreign travel for State Own Enterprise boards, Global oil prices cross $100 per barrel as the Middle East war escalates And CLOGSAG begins indefinite nationwide strike over delayed conditions of service.

6PM GMT: Mahama Orders Local Rice for Schools, 98,000 Teacher Recruitment Planned, World Bank Backs Education with $100M

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:27:55 +0000

President Mahama orders purchase of local rice for schools, Education Minister hints at phased recruitment of 98,000 teachers And World Bank Supports Education Ministry Over $100m - Education Minister.

8AM GMT: Pre-Independence Bazaar Held for Ghana Month, Ghana–St Kitts Visa Deal Signed, Nigeria Suspends Israel Pilgrimages

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:24:39 +0000

Pre-Independence Bazaar holds today at Ghana Village to mark Ghana Month; Ghana, St Kitts and Nevis sign visa exemption deal for ordinary passport holders And Nigeria suspends pilgrimages to Israel and West Bank over Middle East conflict.

6PM GMT: Fuel Price Uniformity Begins March 16, Inflation Drops to 3.3%, U.S. Embassy Opens 2,000 Visa Slots

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

NPA orders uniform fuel prices nationwide from March 16, Inflation falls to 3.3% in February 2026, lowest since 2021 CPI rebasing And U.S. Embassy opens 2,000 visa slots for business, tourism and World Cup travel.

8AM GMT: Baba Jamal Wins Ayawaso East; 15 Dead in Highway Crash; No Ghanaians Harmed in UAE Attacks

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:28:42 +0000

Ghana Foreign Affairs Ministry Confirms No Ghanaian Harmed in United Arab Emirates,15 Dead in Kumasi–Sunyani Road Crash and Baba Jamal Wins Ayawaso East By-Election.

6PM GMT: Agradaa Freed After 8 Months; Gov’t Revokes 541 Akufo-Addo Appointments; Teacher Found Dead in Assin Fosu

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Nana Agradaa released from prison after serving eight months, Gov’t revokes 541 last-minute Akufo-Addo appointments to uphold due process and 38-year-old teacher found dead at Assin Fosu.

8AM GMT: Interior Ministry Declares March 6 Public Holiday;2025 Rent Arrears Settled for Security Services & More

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:21:14 +0000

Interior Ministry declares March 6 a statutory public holiday for Independence day, over 40,000 voters head to polls for Ayawaso East by-election and interior minister settles 2025 rent arrears for prisons, fire and immigration officers.

6PM GMT: Abandoned Galamsey Pit Kills Four; Ghana Embassy in Doha Urges Nationals to Register for Possible Evacuation & More

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Abandoned galamsey pit claims lives of mother, three children, Accra High Court dismisses Democracy Hub’s injunction bid against Baba Jamal and Ghana Embassy in Doha urges nationals to register for possible evacuation.

8AM GMT: National Petroleum Authority Assures 5+ Weeks Fuel Stock; Cannabis Licensing for Ghanaians 18+ & More

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:24:40 +0000

National Petroleum Authority Assures Ghana Has Over Five Weeks of Fuel in Stock, Cannabis Cultivation Licensing Reserved for Ghanaians, and Permanent Residents Aged 18 and above — Muntaka Announces And Professor Prempeh reveals that No Credible Efforts are Being Made to Arrest and Prosecute Galamsey Kingpins.

6PM: John Mahama Orders Hospitals to Admit All; Creative Arts Sector to recieve GH¢40m boost & More

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:12:29 +0000

No patient must be turned away by any health facility – says President Mahama, Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly bans sale of explosive materials in Kejetia Market And Mahama allocates GH¢40m to boost film and creative sectors.

8AM GMT: Mahama to Deliver Second SONA Today, Court Halts ‘Stop Galamsey’ Demo Over Security, OSP Comments on Ofori-Atta SML Cas

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:18:58 +0000

President Mahama to present second State of the Nation Address today, High Court halts ‘Stop Galamsey’ demo over SONA security concerns And Republic awaiting US proceedings in Ken Ofori-Atta SML case – says Kissi Agyabeng.

6PM GMT: Baba Jamal Vows to Transform Nima, FDA Bans Alcoholic Energy Drinks, All 59 Attacked Fishermen Rescued

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:58:21 +0000

MP confirms the rescue of all 59 fishermen attacked at sea rescued, FDA bans sale of alcoholic energy drinks banned by FDA and ordered to be removed from Markets by March, and Baba Jamal pledges to transform Nima into industrial hub.

8AM GMT: COCOBOD Denies GH¢12m Black Stars Donation, COPEC Predicts March Fuel Hike & More

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:21:50 +0000

COPEC projects fuel price increase in March 2026, Finance Minister unveils gold-backed reserve policy targeting 15 months import cover by 2028, No Bed Syndrome’ reflects systemic pressures – says Emergency Nurses Society And COCOBOD dismisses reports of GH¢12m donation to Black Stars.

6PM GMT: Peace Council Condemns SHS Violence, GAF to Pay 5-Year Gratuity Arrears & More

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Peace Council condemns rising violence, and attacks in Senior High Schools, Forestry Commission set to establish 10 military protection camps in forest reserves And Ghana Armed Forces set to pay 5-year gratuity arrears to retired personnel.

8AM GMT: CAGD Debunks Deleted Salary Arrears Claims, GRA Interdicts 5 Customs Officers Over Niger Cargo Breach & More

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:06:19 +0000

Controller and Accountant-General’s Department debunks viral claim of deleted salary arrears for nurses and teachers, GRA interdicts 5 Customs officers over breaches relating to Niger-bound cargo And Ghana Police warn of fake electronic traffic violation scam.

6PM GMT: Hit-and-Run Victim’s Sister Demands Emergency Healthcare Reforms, OSP Probes GH¢25.8m Palm Oil Diversion And MORE

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Sister of hit-and-run victim calls for urgent reforms in emergency healthcare, 6 Aggrey Memorial students arrested for assaulting Adisadel College final-year student And OSP probes diversion of GH¢25.8m palm oil consignment.

8AM GMT: Korle Bu Interdicts Health Workers Over Negligence Claims, GWCL Blames Power for Kumasi Water Shortage & More

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:55:08 +0000

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital interdicts two doctors, two nurses over alleged negligence in hit-and-run case, Obrachire SHS student demands justice after brutal assault at Agona Swedru sports event, GWCL blames Greater Kumasi water shortage on erratic power supply, And Cement prices are set to rise as clinker delays increase production costs.

6PM GMT: Rent Commissioner Warns Against Excess Rent Advances, Group Calls for Ban on Dog and Cat Meat & More

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Rent advance exceeding six months is a crime – Ag. Rent Commissioner warns landlords, It will cost Gov’t $48,000 to reclaim 1 hectare of degraded land – says Lands Ministry Spokesperson And Institute of Community Sustainability calls for ban on cat and dog meat consumption.

8AM GMT: Education Ministry Orders Probe into Agona Swedru Sports Violence, Energy Minister Assures Stable Power, & MORE

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:15:53 +0000

Education Ministry orders GES probe into Agona Swedru athletics violence, Energy Minister assures of reliable power supply And Investor demand surges as government records 8th consecutive T-Bill over-subscription, raising GHC11.4bn.

6PM GMT: Mamprobi Baby Theft Suspect Remanded, Ghana Remains 4th Top IMF Debtor Despite Debt Drop, & More

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000

6PM GMT: Mamprobi polyclinic baby theft: Court remands suspect for two weeks, Ghana retains 4th spot on Africa’s Top IMF Debtors despite Public Debt decline and Don’t use spices to cook food for the pupils – School Feeding Programme tells caterers.

8AM GMT: Security Officer Assaulted at Ridge Hospital, Education Ministry Warns Against Attacks on Teachers & MORE

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:00:58 +0000

Security officer assaulted at Greater Accra Regional hospital; suspect arrested, Ministry of Education warns of severe consequences for assaulting teachers, and Gender Ministry confirms rescue of abandoned newborn in Elmina.

6PM GMT: Mahama Signs 24-Hour Economy Bill, CLOGSAG Threatens March 9 Strike & MORE

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:48:52 +0000

President John Dramani Mahama has signed the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill into law following its passage by Parliament.

Meanwhile, members of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana, CLOGSAG, have announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike from March 9, 2026.

Also, a fire has destroyed one of the heritage trains belonging to Ghanaian creative artist and author Ibrahim Mahama in the Northern Region.

8AM GMT: Ga Mantse Stable After Oti Road Crash, FDA Shuts 16 Accra Eateries, PAOG Closes 2026 Hajj Arrangements

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:16:17 +0000

Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II stable after Oti Region road accident, 16 popular Accra eateries including The Cheesecake House and Alora Beach Resort shut down by FDA and Pilgrims Affairs Office of Ghana closes 2026 Hajj arrangements.

6PM GMT: Stolen Mamprobi Baby Found, GAF Evacuates Injured Traders from Burkina Faso & More

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:16:47 +0000

A Baby stolen from Mamprobi Polyclinic has been found; female suspect arrested, the Ghana Armed Forces evacuates injured Ghanaian traders from Burkina Faso after terrorist attack and the Ghana Police intercept truck loaded with over 3000 slabs of suspected narcotics; two arrested for bribery.

8AM GMT: NSA to Clear Allowance Arrears, US Embassy Opens 1,000 Visa Slots, MTN Launches 419 Fraud Hotline

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:39:30 +0000

National Service Authority to clear allowance arrears by end of week, US Embassy releases 1,000 visa slots in Accra, an MTN Ghana launches Y’ello Protect 419 to combat fraud across mobile and MoMo services.

6PM GMT: Mahama Mourns Slain Ghanaian Traders in Burkina Faso, Komenda Sugar Factory Cut Off Over Unpaid Bills & More

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:28:33 +0000

President Mahama mourns slain Ghanaian traders in Burkina Faso, Trade Minister confirms Komenda Sugar Factory disconnected from national grid by ECG, GWL over unpaid bills and Bono East Police return GH¢85,000 found on Techiman–Kumasi Highway to owner.

8AM GMT: COCOBOD Cuts Management Pay, SEC Flags Illegal Mekanism Investment Scheme, Three Charged in Bolt Driver Murder

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:33:46 +0000

The COCOBOD slashes management salaries by up to 20%, SEC warns public against unlicensed Mekanism Marketing investment scheme, and three charged with murder of Bolt driver after shocking dashcam video emerges

6PM GMT: Lands Minister Lifts Public Lands Leasing Ban, Man Fined GH¢200k for Breach of Marriage Promise & More

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:28:21 +0000

Lands Minister lifts ban on processing of applications for leasing of public lands, the Education Ministry directs GES to fast-track probe into attack on teachers at WASS and court orders man to pay GH¢200,000 compensation for breach of marriage promise

8AM GMT: Ghana reacts to Burkina Faso attack, ADUG cuts vehicle prices by 15%, AMA jails 8 over open defecation

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:17:32 +0000

Ghana respond to the tomato traders’ attack in Burkina Faso, a 15% vehicle price reduction by the Automobile Dealers Union of Ghana, and the AMA Sanitation Court’s conviction of eight offenders over open defecation.

6PM GMT: CAGD warns public sector workers to update Ghana Card details or face salary suspension, Fuel prices set to rise & mor

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:58:25 +0000

CAGD warns public sector workers to update Ghana Card details by March 15 or face salary suspension, COPEC projects fuel price hikes, and NPP dismisses plans to reshuffle its Minority leadership in Parliament.

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8AM GMT: Asiedu Nketia urges patience over appointments; Ghana secures 50 visa-free destinations & more

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:52:54 +0000

Asiedu Nketia calls for patience among NDC supporters over appointments, Ghana expands visa-free travel to 50 countries, and the Agric Minister launches a new poultry processing project in Kpone.

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6PM GMT: Gov’t cuts cocoa price to GH¢2,587, orders farmer payments; Haruna Iddrisu in stable condition & more

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:43:02 +0000

Government has reduced the cocoa producer price to GH¢2,587 per bag while ordering immediate payments to farmers, Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu survives a road accident, and Thomas Partey faces two additional rape charges in the UK.

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8AM GMT: IGP promotes 12,000+ officers, GES bans 3 SHSs, 68% approve of Mahama & more

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:22:51 +0000

IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno promotes 12,802 officers to clear a 10-year backlog, GES bans three SHSs over misconduct, and a new IEA survey shows strong public approval of President Mahama despite economic challenges.

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6PM GMT: Cabinet approves cocoa reforms, NACOC launches cannabis licensing, & more

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:11:39 +0000

Cabinet approves sweeping reforms in Ghana’s cocoa sector over delayed farmer payments and COCOBOD’s financial strain, NACOC announces a new cannabis licensing regime and a Koforidua court adjourns a student gang rape case.

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8AM GMT: Baba Jamal cleared amid vote-buying report; GRA debunks spare parts price hikes & more

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:15:47 +0000

NDC committee confirms “material inducements” in the Ayawaso East primary but clears Baba Jamal to run. Meanwhile, the GRA denies VAT-driven price hikes for spare parts, and Rex Omar reveals a financial crisis for 97% of Ghanaian musicians.

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6PM GMT: Bagbin directs reintroduction of anti-LGBTQ+ bill; 12.5m Ghanaians face food insecurity, & more

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:44:29 +0000

Speaker Bagbin orders the reintroduction of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill. Meanwhile, the GSS reports 12.5 million Ghanaians are food insecure, and police arrest 15 in a New Juaben South vice raid.

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8AM GMT: Ghana’s corruption score rises to 43 in 2025 CPI, Prez Mahama swears in five envoys, Abu Trica sues & more

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:49:35 +0000

Ghana’s corruption score edges up to 43 in the 2025 CPI, though experts say the gain is insignificant. President Mahama swears in five new envoys to drive economic diplomacy and Abu Trica sues the Interior Ministry, NACOC, EOCO and the FBI over alleged rights violations.

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6PM GMT: KNUST student dies in hostel fall, Ghanaians warned of fake visa scams, & more

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 18:00:12 +0000

KNUST mourns the death of a second-year student after a fatal fall from an off-campus hostel, VFS Global warns Ghanaians of rising fake visa appointment scams and the Roads Minister defends modifications to the Suame Interchange project aimed at improving value for money.

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8AM GMT: Music legend Ebo Taylor passes away; EC Sets Feb 11 meeting as Election Watch slams vote-buying & more

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:20:13 +0000

Ghana mourns the passing of music legend Ebo Taylor at age 90. Meanwhile, the EC schedules a February 11 meeting with political parties as Election Watch Ghana condemns alleged vote-buying in the NDC Ayawaso East primaries.

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6PM GMT: Court slaps Ghana Police with GHC2m fine over taxi driver’s death; Finance Ministry moves to Kanda & more

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:24:57 +0000

A court has ordered the Ghana Police Service to pay GHC2m to the family of a taxi driver who died in custody. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Finance officially relocates to its new Kanda office, with full operations starting Monday.

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8AM GMT: COCOBOD pays billions to LBCs to clear cocoa farmers’ arrears, A-G rejects claims of deal-cutting & more

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:37:38 +0000

COCOBOD releases billions of cedis to LBCs to settle cocoa farmers’ arrears, Attorney-General Dominic Ayine denies deal-cutting in ORAL prosecutions, while a new poll shows the NDC poised to retain the Ayawaso East seat ahead of the March 2026 by-election.

6PM GMT: Court reduces Nana Agradaa’s 15-year sentence to 12 months as Minority demands payment of GH¢10bn owed cocoa farmers

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:58:37 +0000

The Amasaman High Court has reduced Nana Agradaa’s 15-year jail term to 12 months, while the Minority in Parliament demands immediate payment of nearly GH¢10bn owed to cocoa farmers by government and COCOBOD.

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8AM GMT: President Mahama moves to regulate public property sales, Parliament adopts legal education reforms, & more.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:58:11 +0000

Parliament has adopted legal education reforms to expand access and end the Ghana School of Law monopoly, as President Mahama moves to regulate public property sales.

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Gov’t eyes sending supporters to 2026 World Cup; inflation plummets to 3.8% as Mahama begins Zambia visit & more

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:40:00 +0000

Stay updated with today’s top stories: Minister Kofi Adams announces potential government-sponsored World Cup travel for fans, Ghana’s inflation rate drops to a historic 3.8% in January 2026, and President John Mahama begins a three-day state visit to Zambia.

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8AM GMT: Wontumi joins NPP Chairmanship Race, Dafeamekpor claims Mahama ready to assent anti-LGBTQ Bill, & more.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:21:12 +0000

In this episode of Daily Beat, we dive into Chairman Wontumi’s official bid for the NPP National Chairmanship to unite the party for 2028, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor’s revelation that President Mahama is ready to sign the anti-LGBTQ bill, and Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga’s announcement on the completion of 10 Agenda 111 hospitals this year.

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Govt to rename Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport & More

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:52:58 +0000

Gov’t to lay bill renaming Kotoka Airport to Accra International; IGP Yohuno reshuffles police top brass—full details on 3News.com.

6PM GMT: Electoral Commission dismiss claims non-release the provisional voters register is unlawful & more Daily Election Beat

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:19:21 +0000

Electoral Commission dismiss claims non-release the provisional voters register is unlawful, Concerns about lack of trust between the NDC and EC, NCCE calls for urgent investigations into causes of spoilt ballots, NDC not to take part in Peace Declaration ahead of elections, NPP accuses NDC of stealing their manifesto ideas.

6PM GMT: Prez Akufo-Addo confident in economy recovery

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Prez Akufo-Addo confident in economy recovery, Minority disappointed over Prez failure to tackle corruption and unemployment, NDC council of elders to decide on John Mahama running mate March 7, Spare parts dealers at abossey okai disappointed in Akufo-Addo address

6PM GMT: First deputy speaker disappointed in Kyei Mensah resignation & more Daily Beat

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 18:22:51 +0000

First deputy speaker disappointed in Kyei Mensah resignation, Kyei Mensah Bonsu resignation forced - ACEPA, Cardiovascular disease number 1 killer in Ghana, Minority to demand special audit of Agyapa Royalties Deal

6PM GMT: Organized labor suspends planned demo over VAT & more Daily-Beat

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 18:46:16 +0000

Organized labor suspends planned demo over VAT, Senior Staff, TEWU, FUSAG suspend strike, GJA Media blackout is dysfunctional-NMC, CID begins probe into death of Aburi girl’s student, Health committee protocols for senior high schools

6PM GMT: Parliament resumes sitting with new rules & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 17:58:00 +0000

Parliament resumes sitting with new rules, IMF tasks Ghana to stay on course on bailout, Gov’t asked to re-evaluate its estimated revenue, PPP asks Ghanaians to demand better from Akuffo Addo government

6PM GMT: Parliament set to resume sitting, 82 bills to be laid

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 18:45:35 +0000

Parliament set to resume sitting, 82 bills to be laid, organizes labour relentless in push for government to withdraw 15 percent VAT, Poor air quality due to increase dust levels, looming health crises at universities as strike by TEWU and SSAG continues to bite.

6PM GMT: Labour not to honour finance minister meeting on February 6 & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:58:00 +0000

Labour not to honour finance minister meeting on February 6, Tension at Betom over Chieftaincy enstoolment dispute, Drivers demand alternative payment for emissions levy, Peasant farmers concerned over local rice demand

6PM GMT: Emissions levy tax to take effect February 1 & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Emissions levy tax to take effect February 1, ECG to begin revenue generation drive February 1, VAT on electricity deadline by Labour expires, John Mahama says no to LGBT

9AM.GMT. TUC's seven days ultimatum to government to abandon the decision to impose of a 15% Value added tax on electricity expi

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:44:45 +0000

TUC’s seven days ultimatum to government to abandon the decision to impose of a 15% Value added tax on electricity expires, Mobile Money Agents Face Account Blockage Deadline, Alarming HIV Demographics Among Ghanaian Males, Mahama Condemns SML Deal as Resource Fleecing, GFA Apologizes for Black Stars’ Poor AFCON Performance

6PM GMT.

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000

TUC’s seven days ultimatum to government to abandon the decision to impose of a 15% Value added tax on electricity expires.

6PM GMT: EOCO commences investigations into Cecilia Dapaah case & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

EOCO commences investigations into Cecilia Dapaah case, OSP advocates insertion of office in constitution, Momo agent accounts not linked to Ghana card to be blocked, Organized Labour yet to meet government over VAT demands, Clerk of parliament criticized by Public Accounts committee

Daily Beat 9AM GMT. Father of Slain Major Mahama Calls for more prosecutions

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 09:46:28 +0000

Father of Slain Major Mahama Calls for more prosecutions, no winner officially recognised in the NPP Parliamentary Primaries in Yendi- EC, Political Science Professor calls for systematic transition of EC suggestions, University Staff Strike Continues Over Pension Arrears

6PM GMT: 12 convicts in Major Mahama trial have been sentenced to life imprisonment & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:58:00 +0000

12 convicts in Major Mahama trial have been sentenced to life imprisonment, Electoral Commission urged to suspend its proposal for a change in date of elections, Senior Staff association of universities of Ghana say they will not call off strike, Police service tops list of most corrupt institution in Ghana, Sports Ministry & GFA budgeted 8.5 million dollars for AFCON

Daily Beat 9AM GMT. NDC Pushes for Electoral Reforms in IPAC Meeting

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 10:08:22 +0000

NDC Pushes for Electoral Reforms in IPAC Meeting, NPP Delays Decision on Yendi Primaries Amidst Dispute, Wontumi Faces Asanteman Council Over distasteful comments, Public University Strike Continues Despite NLC Directive, ECOWAS Yet to Receive Notification on Withdrawal of Three Nations.

6PM GMT: NPP postpones Akuapem South primary & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

NPP postpones Akuapem South primary, Ghana to be visa free for Africa, OSP defends decision to investigate Cecilia Dapaah, GJA declares media blackout on Hawa Koomson, GFA appoints committee to get new Black Stars coach

9AM GMT: Two fire officers in critical condition after two -storey building collapses on them at west legon & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000

Two fire officers in critical condition after two -storey building collapses on them at west legon, 6 persons sentenced to death by hanging, for high treason, Francis Xavier sosu calls for complete abolition of the death penalty, NLC instructs striking members to call off strike before negotiations

6PM GMT: Six persons including three soldiers sentenced to death for treason & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:00:00 +0000

Six persons including three soldiers sentenced to death for treason, President denies GRA request to continue SML monitoring contract, NLC directs 3 striking education unions to suspend strike, Upper East regional security council meets feuding Bawku factions

Daily Beat 9AM. GFA Fires Black Stars Coach After AFCON Disappointment

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 09:57:58 +0000

GFA Fires Black Stars Coach After AFCON Disappointment, Labor Commission to Mediate University Strikes Over Pensions, Political Deadlock, December Election Date Change Debated,Julius Malema Criticizes Akufo-Addo Government’s IMF Return

Daily Beat 9AM; Minority disapprove of Corruption Probe Order by President Akufo-Addo

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:21:38 +0000

Minority disapprove of Corruption Probe Order by President Akufo-Addo, NPP Bimbilla Office Vandalized After Aspirant Exclusion, NPP Establishes Appeals Committee for Aspirant Vetting,DVLA’s Digital Operations Boost Vehicle Registrations in Accra,TUSAAG Declares Nationwide Strike Demanding Retirement Compliance

6PM GMT: President refutes clearing agent tag again & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 18:05:33 +0000

CLOGSAG demand government measures to stop fuel hikes, Health service workers demand payment of tier 2 pensions, President refutes clearing agent tag again, Minority chastise government for overspending budget, former first lady demands passage of anti-witchcraft bill

6PM GMT: Majority leader questions EC handling of elections & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 18:29:25 +0000

Majority leader questions EC handling of elections, NAM1 trial begins with first witness, Supreme Court nominees likely to return to appointment committee, GRA refutes claims in Fourth Estate investigations, Ursula to contest Ablekuma West again

6PM GMT: GNAT demands evidence of AI use from WAEC & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0000

GNAT demands evidence of AI use from WAEC, John Mahama concern over challenges with district elections, Minority wants government to cede Saglemi to Armed forces, High court throws out NCA request in Onua trial, SML challenges Fourth Estate investigative piece

Daily Beat 9AM GMT. Voting begins in in Local Government Elections

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:55:42 +0000

Voting begins in Local Government Elections, Akufo-Addo and Speaker Bagbin Disagree on Unsigned Bills, Prosecutor Urged to petitioned to investigate $1 Billion Deal Involving Finance Ministry and SML, WAEC Withholds Results of Students Using Artificial Intelligence in WASSCE 2023, Farmers Express Discontent as Government Reduces 2024 Crop Season Price for Cashew.

6PM GMT: Minority wants government to cancel SML contract canceled & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 17:59:38 +0000

Minority wants government to cancel SML contract canceled, Speaker disagrees with president over witchcraft bill, Information minister tasks NMC to give fair hearing to Onua TV & FM, EC says all is set for district elections

Daily Beat. 9AM GMT. woyaa Community's Appeal for Increased Royalties in Lithium Mining Deal

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:12:45 +0000

Ewoyaa Community’s Appeal for Increased Royalties in Lithium Mining Deal, Aviation Authority Concerns Over Airport Lands Encroachment, Minister’s Perspective on Chieftaincy Conflict in Dormaa, Parliament’s Examination of National Ambulance Service in 2024 Budget:

6PM GMT: Ghana academy of arts and sciences demand immediate LI. 2462 & more Daily-Beat

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:58:00 +0000

Ghana academy of arts and sciences demand immediate LI. 2462, Some MPs demand broader consultation on 3pm EC proposal, Judiciary wants parliamentary elections in November, IDEG wants election peace pact binding

6PM GMT: IGP leaked tape report being delayed by budget work & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 17:58:00 +0000

IGP leaked tape report being delayed by budget work, Madina MP introduces new bill to legislate holidays, LI laid to regulate legal use of marijuana, NDC chair says party will not return to IPAC, Inflation drops by 8.8 percent to 26.4 for November

6PM GMT: GES to reinstate dismissed SHS school heads & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:11:35 +0000

GES to reinstate dismissed SHS school heads, Minority resolves to oppose new tax bills, John Mahama responds to critics of 24-hour economy, Fromer MP says OSP office is not exercise in futility

Daily Beat. 9AM GMT. Headteachers Face Disciplinary Committee Over Illegal Fees

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:47:47 +0000

Headteachers Face Disciplinary Committee Over Illegal Fees, Former GES Director General Calls for Review of Laws Governing Free Senior High School, Office of the special prosecutor defended after speaker criticism, Parliament Divided Over Controversial Clause in Anti-Gay Bill, EA Questions Government’s Haste in Lithium Lease Agreement

9AM GMT. NPP to open nominations for Parliamentary Primaries on December 20

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:07:40 +0000

NPP to open nominations for Parliamentary Primaries on December 20, Concerns Raised Over Ghana’s Lithium Mining Deal, Economic Recovery Debate Prof Bokpin Disagrees GIBA Faces DTT Payment Issues, Shutdown Warning issued.

6PM GMT: TV signals to be cut of next year over debt & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:55:00 +0000

TV signals to be cut of next year over debt, Christian Council and Chief Imam kick against lithium deal, Catholic Bishops conference back anti-lgbt bill, Court grants new force PRO bail, NPP members in Volta make case for Napo

Daily Beat. 9AM GMT. Parliamentary Committees begin scrutiny of various budgetary estimates.

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:45:16 +0000

Parliamentary Committees begin scrutiny of budgetary estimates for Ministries, Departments and Agencies,WAEC Withholds 800 Exam Results, Clears 21,000 for SHS Placement, NDPC Director-General Emphasizes Digitalization for 24-Hour Economy Implementation, President Akufo Addo’s Decision on Anti-Witchcraft Bill Criticized by Amnesty International, Kumasi Frenchline Traders Count Losses After Fire Engulfs 50 Shops

6PM GMT: Parliament approves 2024 budget & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 19:34:21 +0000

Parliament approves 2024 budget, LI restricting imports of selected items abandoned, Lands minister justifies lithium deal, Minority describes lithium deal illegal, Major parties upbeat about 2024 election chances

9AM GMT: Dismissed Circuit court Judge sues Chief Justice and Judicial Service at Accra High Court & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Dismissed Circuit court Judge sues Chief Justice and Judicial Service at Accra High Court, NPP on course to break the eight, NPP National council grants flagbearer dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s request to name running mate at a later date, NDC ready to rescue the fortunes of the nation.

6PM GMT: Teacher Unions to demand compensation from government & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:30:00 +0000

Teacher Unions to demand compensation from government, EC chair concerned about violent intentions ahead of elections, Attorney General to petition Aisha Huang jail term, Ten persons arrested at Efutu for rioting, Circuit court judge sacked for sleeping with woman in divorce case before him

6PM GMT: Aisha Huang sentenced to 4 & half years in prison & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 17:55:03 +0000

Aisha Huang sentenced to 4 & half years in prison, Scores of traders displaced at Kejetia Market, Prez returns anti-witchcraft bill to parliament, Management of senior high schools displeased with December 4 reopening

6PM GMT: OnuaTV and Onua FM sue National Media Commission (NMC) & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

OnuaTV and Onua FM sue National Media Commission (NMC), Private legal practitioner; Martin Kpebu asks national media commission to follow due processes, Majority in parliament stage walkout during budget approval, OSP takes on judiciary over unfavorable rulings, Gold Coast customers resolve to stay at finance ministry

6PM GMT: Ghana Health Service directs hospitals to pay mortuary workers from IGF & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Ghana Health Service directs hospitals to pay mortuary workers from IGF, IPPs describe tariff decrease as politically motivated, Hundreds left dejected after flooding of their homes in Dawhenya, CPA calls for audit of imported items, Upper East regional minister rubbishes dismissal calls

6PM GMT: Mortuary workers to go ahead with strike & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Mortuary workers to go ahead with strike, No work at La general hospital despite government promise, Cardinal Turkson advocates for gays, NPP supporters ask Ken to go independent

9AM GMT: Controversial import restriction bill to be laid before parliament today & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Controversial import restriction bill to be laid before parliament today, Two thousand BECE candidates under investigation for malpractices, Government racing against time to meet demands of Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana, Majority leader cautions against attempts to force a candidate on the flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia

6PM GMT: Minority prevent laying of LI banning imports again & more Daily-Beat

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Minority prevent laying of LI banning imports again, 41.6% of women aged 15-49 suffer intimate partner violence, Labour demands further reduction of tariffs, Anti-LGBT bill sponsors concerned over delay in passage

6PM GMT: Minority demands withdrawal of “yemuadie” LI & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Minority demands withdrawal of “yemuadie” LI, Special Prosecutor demands suspension of TOR partnership, Heightened security at Kintampo over death, Pharmacy council shuts 100 pharmacies over license, North East NDC branch take on Veep over watermelon factory.

6PM GMT: US embassy warns citizens over hostile LGBT environment in Ghana & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

US embassy warns citizens over hostile LGBT environment in Ghana, Speaker summons security ministers over Kintampo tensions, Veep urges police to maintain professionalism in 2024 elections, Nabdam district is poorest in Ghana, All water sources affected by the Akosombo and Kpong Dam spillage declared polluted

9AM GMT: Interior Ministry imposes curfew in the Oti region after ethnic clashes & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Interior Ministry imposes curfew in the Oti region after ethnic clashes, John Mahama describes President Akufo-Addo and Dr Bawumia as vindictive and authoritarian, Alban Bagbin warns governance will suffer in the next one year, Work begins on la general hospital.

6PM GMT: 8 dead with 5 others in critical condition at Nkwanta in the Oti region & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

8 dead with 5 others in critical condition at Nkwanta in the Oti region, Dr Bawumia says 2024 is election of achievements, government to restrict the importation of Yemuadie, Ghana Medical Association defends car tax waivers

9AM GMT: Bawumia mocks John Mahama over 24 hour campaign promise & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Bawumia mocks John Mahama over 24 hour campaign promise, Expelled NPP members defy allegations, Dr Samuel Ankrah denies allegations of being behind masked billboards, Alban Bagbin calls bluff of IMF over Affirmative Action bill.

6PM: Governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) revokes membership of four of its members & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) revokes membership of four of its members, Speaker decries financial burden MPs carry, 2 in 5 children not properly vaccinated in Ghana, John Mahama promises to scrap betting tax

6PM GMT: Economist intelligence Unit predicts NDC victory in 2024 elections & more Daily-Beat

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Economist intelligence Unit predicts NDC victory in 2024 elections, State prosecutors file new charges against NAM1, Police goes to court over planned December protests, Jurors in Ashanti region call off strike, Chair of mines and energy committee condemn Ada youth over Electrochem attack

6PM GMT: National Petroleum Authority says fuel in Ghana is safe & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 18:05:45 +0000

National Petroleum Authority says fuel in Ghana is safe, Asantehene tasks chiefs to hold government accountable, Civil society groups welcome tax relief on sanitary products, Minority says 220 million for dam spillage victims inadequate, Final funeral rites of Theresa Kuffour to happen at Heroes park on November 18

6PM GMT: Government projects total revenue for 2024 at 176.4 billion cedis & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:29:58 +0000

Government projects total revenue for 2024 at 176.4 billion cedis, Spare parts dealers express disappointment in 2024 budget statement, Tollbooth workers arrested after picketing at finance ministry, NPP ends vetting of parliamentary aspirants in Accra

6PM GMT: Government grants 23 base pay increment to labour & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:08:52 +0000

Government grants 23 base pay increment to labour, Chieftaincy ministry justifies religious policy, President assures Akosombo flood victims of compensation, Criminal cases suffering in Kumasi over juror strike, health minister under fire over La General Hospital

9AM GMT: NPP begins Vetting of aspiring candidates in orphan constituencies

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:45:42 +0000

NPP begins Vetting of aspiring candidates in orphan constituencies, High cost of living is a major issue of concern to Ghanaians ahead of the budget presentation, organized labour and government to meet again over salary increment, Members of Parliament for Garu and Zebilla dismiss statement made by National Security Minister, residents of communities around the Kakum National Park vehemently opposed any attempt to give off portions of the Kakum national park for mining

6PM GMT: National security minister condemns Garu Attack & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 17:59:33 +0000

National security minister condemns Garu Attack, Businesses demand review of taxes ahead of budget presentation, family of missing lands commissioner staff place 100K bounty for info, Over 300 private property to be pulled down at Dzorwulu, Illegal miners and forestry commission staff still in stand off at Ashanti region

9AM GMT; Minerals Commission rejects application by private company to mine in the Kakum National Park.

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:11:12 +0000

Minerals Commission rejects application by private company to mine in the Kakum National Park, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, scheduled to present 2024 on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 amidst calls for removal of E-levy and Covid levy, NDC rejects 5 million cedi rebranding set to be undertaken by the Ghana Health Service, Ghana Geological Survey Authority calls for calm after an earth tremor, Israel ambassador to Ghana defends her Country’s military siege in Gaza

6PM GMT; Canoe accident on the Afram River claims five lives

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:04:14 +0000

Canoe accident on the Afram River claims five lives, Government approves payment of 4 million cedis to clear korle-bu renal unit debt, Energy minister attributes recent power interruptions to a 20 million dollar debt owed the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo), La Dadekotopon, MP appeals to first lady Rebecca Akufo Addo to intervene in the re-construction of the La general hospital, Stakeholders in Education want government to diversify funding sources.

9AM GMT: Energy Minister justifies recent controlled spillage of the Akosombo Dam.

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:05:29 +0000

Energy Minister justifies recent controlled spillage of the Akosombo Dam, North Tongu MP disappointed over no compensation and settlement plan for flood affected residents, People in safe havens may not find homes to resettle-NADMO, Investigative, prosecutorial and judicial agencies must be held accountable for reported attacks on journalists-Information minister.

6PM GMT: Members of health committee describe La General statement as contradictory & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:26:44 +0000

Members of health committee describe La General statement as contradictory, La residents demand government to allow them reconstruct demolished hospital, Energy minister mounts defense for VRA dam spillage, Alan urges Ghanaians to vote against Mahama and Dr Bawumia, Avenor junction and Opeibia intersection high risk crash locations

9AM GMT; La hospital unlikely to be completed anytime soon

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000

La hospital unlikely to be completed anytime soon, Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company denies interference in management of the company, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital renal unit re-opened, Environmental and sanitation impact assessment begins on November 8 in flood affected areas.

6PM GMT: CHRAJ says Paul Adom Otchere breached procurement laws & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0000

CHRAJ says Paul Adom Otchere breached procurement laws, Korle Bu renal OPD opens to patients, Chiefs in North Tongu demand immediate resettlement of affected residents, MP for Ada Comfort Doye Cudjoe pleads for cool heads over eletrochem clashes, Kejetia market traders to embark on action over redevelopment of their market.

6PM GMT: Ghana Water Company to resolve water challenge by Wednesday & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 17:59:11 +0000

Ghana Water Company to resolve water challenge by Wednesday, Patients yet to be received at OPD of Korle Bu renal dialysis center, Some postpaid electricity consumers bemoan inconsistencies with billing, Adwoa Sarfo confident constituents still love her

9 AM GMT; NPP intensifies calls for a unified front in the party’s quest to break the 8

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 09:44:57 +0000

NPP intensifies calls for a unified front in the party’s quest to break the 8, Executive Director of Global Info Analytics Mussa Dankwah, says the NPP has a lot of work to do in its stronghold, NDC describes Dr. Bawumia’s elections as just a continuation of the NPP government’s failure, NDC Chairman Johnson Asiedu-Nketia, says the ideal number of MPs Ghana needs should be two hundred, ECG to embark on an exercise dubbed ‘Operation Fix the Bill & Pay the Bill’ from November 6 to the 11th at its operational areas

6PM GMT: All set the governing new patriotic party’s presidential primary slated for Saturday November 4

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 19:29:21 +0000

All set the governing new patriotic party’s presidential primary slated for Saturday November 4, Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa K. Dankwah predicts tight race between Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Adjepong,first day of voter register exhibition records low turnout, arrested residents of Garu released after parliament’s intervention, retired Justices urge current judges to be guided by their consciences when passing judgements

6PM GMT: NPP flagbearer aspirants sign undertaking to accept the outcome of Saturdays exercise

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 19:19:49 +0000

NPP flagbearer aspirants sign undertaking to accept the outcome of Saturdays exercise, NPP Chairman, Stephen Ntim says the party will not tolerate indiscipline in flagbearer elections, Parliament summons health minister over the closure of the Korle Bu renal unit for over 4 months, foreign affiars ministry refuts claims that some Ghanaians have been caught up in the ongoing war between Isreal and Hamas

6PM GMT: Mahama Ayariga demands help to locate Ghanaians in Burkina Faso & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 20:39:35 +0000

Mahama Ayariga demands help to locate Ghanaians in Burkina Faso, EC says flood victims can vote, SALL leaders accuse EC of deception, Cathedral Secretariat accuses Ablakwa of reckless populism, Dr Afriyie Akoto calls on delegates to reject monetary offers

9AM GMT: youth of garu and tempane demand immediate release of 8 persons for allegedly attacking national security

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 09:48:43 +0000

youth of garu and tempane demand immediate release of 8 persons for allegedly attacking national security, Energy Ministry takes responsibility over dam spillage, Childs right international, alleges possible sexual and physical abuse of some children residing in supposed safe havens created in the wake of the flooding, EC maintains it has not taken a decision to create additional constituencies beyond the Guan constituency, Church of Pentecost deacon kidnapped in South Africa freed.

6PM GMT: EC lays CI for creation of SALL constituency before parliament & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 20:31:07 +0000

EC lays CI for creation of SALL constituency before parliament, Minority vows to resist alleged efforts to create 25 new constituencies, Majority to haul management of VRA to Parliament, Speaker announces inquiry into Akosombo dam spillage, Renal Patients urge Korlebu to open renal unit for outpatient services, NDC to investigate Charles Adu Bohen

9AM GMT: calls for a probe into a military operation at Garu that left some residents injured heighten

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:28:31 +0000

Calls for a probe into a military operation at Garu that left some residents injured heighten, Anti graft agencies call on president to assent to Conduct of Public Officers Bill,Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, working on release of Church of Pentecost deacon who was kidnapped,VRA ends spillage of the Akosombo Dam, PRESEC wins 2023 NSMQ, Messi wins 8th Ballon D’or

6PM GMT: OSP says Charles Adu Boahene exhibited lack of sound judgement & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 20:41:11 +0000

OSP says Charles Adu Boahene exhibited lack of sound judgement, Growing calls for probe into military brutality in Garu, NPP dismisses claims of bribery ahead of primary

9AM GMT: National security minister comes under fire & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:18:50 +0000

National Security minister comes under fire, Garu MP calls for probe into military brutality, NPP dismisses bribery claims, EC chair cautions media on misinformation

6PM GMT Daily Beat: Erratic power supply expected to continue across the country

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Erratic power supply expected to continue across the country, Minority in Parliament call on the government to settle the $20 million dollars owed to the West African Pipeline Company (WAPCo), Finance minister announces long term relief measures for flood victims would be taken into consideration during the formulation of the next budget reading, security expert Colonel RTD Festus Aboagye convinced government has no plan for the disaster, aggrieved customers storm court in NAM1 trial,

6PM GMT: High court set aside Ga Manye funeral injunction & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:19:34 +0000

High court set aside Ga Manye funeral injunction, Dr Kwabena Donkor insists on investigating Boakye Agyarko, Latest poll predicts runoff in NPP presidential primary, Kidney patients cast doubt over NHIS treatment package, NPP leadership ask EC and Police to handle primary without fear

9AM GMT: Looming health crisis at Dzemeni community

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Looming health crisis at dzemeni community, Subsidized dialysis not likely to occur, IGP denies allegations of brutalities against Occupy Julorbi protestors, Injunction placed on funeral for the late Ga Manye.

6PM GMT: Chief Justice declines OSP petition for judge removal & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 18:24:54 +0000

Chief Justice declines OSP petition for judge removal, Residents of Garu in gun confrontation with national security, Majority MPs dismiss NIB sale claims, Kidney disease treatment on NHIA to take up to a year, Ghana’s terror fight receives major boost

9AM GMT: Dzemeni Residents counting their loses as flood waters take over town

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Dzemeni Residents counting their loses as flood waters take over town, There’ll be no further increase in the spillage of the Akomsombo dam-VRA, government to facilitate voluntary teaching and learning at Mepe, Dr. Bawumia hits back on claims of attacks against his person.

6PM GMT: Atuguba chides Supreme Court over Gyakye Quayson & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 18:01:28 +0000

Atuguba chides Supreme Court over Gyakye Quayson, Surge in typhoid cases at Buipe, Government yet to decide on relocating flood victims, Education material to be transported to flood areas, All businesses to close on Saturday for Ga Funeral

9AM GMT: Sanitation minister under criticism over relocation comments & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:24:42 +0000

Sanitation minister under criticism over relocation comments, MPs condemn sanitation minister over relocation comments, Ghana water defends plans to demolish Weija houses, Ant-graft crusaders demand action on road contracts bribery allegations

6PM GMT: Dormaa East MP petitions NPP over presidential primary & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Dormaa East MP petitions NPP over presidential primary, Prof Boateng rules out NPP chances with Bawumia, Bono teachers demand payment of allowances, Civil society group urge caution over social media framework, Weija chiefs threaten suit against Ghana water

9AM GMT: NADMO creating access route for flood victims & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 09:27:38 +0000

NADMO creating access route for flood victims, EduWatch wants education emergency plan, Armed Forces varying rescue efforts, Prof Boateng defends evidence in his report, Tension in Bawku over missing herdsmen

6PM GMT: NAM1 gives police 5 million cedis for customer payment & more Daily-Beat

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

NAM1 gives police 5 million cedis for customer payment, Kasoa residents issue ultimatum to fix roads, Police arrest four over death in Pankrano, Adabraka clashes, Minority demands probe into Akosombo dam spilling, Private legal practitioner, Akoto Ampaw dead

9AM GMT: Malaria cases in children under five increase in flooded communities

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Malaria cases in children under five increase in flooded communities, stress related medical conditions also soar in the flood affected areas, National Security Minister Albert Kan Dapaah concerned about the spate of misinformation and fake news, Ghana now given the greenlight to produce and export anti-snake venom

6PM GMT: Government focused on emergency efforts rather than state of emergency & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 17:51:46 +0000

Government focused on emergency efforts rather than state of emergency, national house of chiefs task state agencies to provide relief to flood victims, Trade minister KT Hammond escapes jail term, Group urges EC to reconsider Ghana Card plan, Group demands dismissal of BOST boss

9AM GMT: No plan to declare state of emergency-Deputy Information Minister & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:29:14 +0000

No plan to declare state of emergency-Deputy Information Minister, farmers to benefit from 40 million dollar cash package, classrooms in mepe turned to makeshift homes, Ama Governor declined call to bar, 1992 deadly voyage survivor arrested,

6PM GMT: Cathedral secretariat respond to pastor resignations from its board & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:23:28 +0000

Cathedral secretariat respond to pastor resignations from its board, Dormaa East MP asks speaker to reconvene parliament over dam disaster, Mahama tasks government to declare state of emergency, Ghana Bar Association want president to fight corruption, Godfred Dame hits back at Sammy Gyamfi

9AM GMT: Teachers and pupils risk their lives on canoes without life jackets & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Teachers and pupils risk their lives on canoes without life jackets, NMC lauds trial of UTV invaders despite criticism, two members of National cathedral board resign, Black Stars suffer four-zero defeat to US

6PM GMT: EC urges parliament to allow Ghana Card C.I, Calls intensify for relief for dam spillage victims & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

EC urges parliament to allow Ghana Card C.I, Calls intensify for relief for dam spillage victims, 31 ECOWAS national arrested for trafficking and prostitution, President tells Christian Council to pray for citizen understanding, Archbishop Duncan Williams & Rev Eastwood Anaba resign from national cathedral board

9AM GMT: Dam flooding declared public health emergency & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:06:29 +0000

Dam flooding declared public health emergency, President links visit to flood victims to votes, NDC to prosecute NPP appointees linked to galamsey

6PM GMT: Opposition NDC demand resignation of Attorney General & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Opposition NDC demand resignation of Attorney General, Godfred Dame, Special Prosecutors releases 5 accounts of Cecilia Dapaah, NPP thugs fined 2,400 cedis for attacking UTV, Minority issue ultimatum over Korle Bu renal OPD, Tema high court to determine Jean Mensah guilt November 24

9AM GMT: President Akufo Addo to visit island communities today & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:13:45 +0000

President Akufo Addo to visit island communities today,Evacuation underway for residents affected by Akosombo dam spillage, Ghanaians in Israel unwilling to return to Ghana, Health Ministry to consider cost of dialysis treatment

6PM GMT: Government sets up 13 inter-ministerial committee on dam spillage & more - Daily Beat

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Government sets up 13 inter-ministerial committee on dam spillage, Some schools in Buipe shut over flooding, Unsuccessful NDC parliamentary aspirants caution party against complacency, Fuel prices expected to drop on Monday, Majority leader blames party disunity on the long primary process

9AM GMT: After Ato Essien, more defunct bank owners to follow & more - Daily Beat

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:17:35 +0000

After Ato Essien, more defunct bank owners to follow, One Chinese national reportedly dead over dam spillage, Speakers at Media General National Dialogue on Assets Declaration advocate for reforms, President calls on global community to support terror fight

6PM GMT: Capital Bank founder, Ato Essien sentenced to 15 years jail term & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:59:00 +0000

Capital Bank founder, Ato Essien sentenced to 15 years jail term, Chief Justice begins probe into OSP request for new judge, VRA continues spillage of Akosombo & Kpone Dams, Government considering subsidies for dialysis patients, Voter register delivered to NPP flagbearer hopefuls

9AM GMT: Courts to rule on confirming OSP freezing order on Cecelia Dapaah accounts & more Daily-Beat

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:58:00 +0000

Courts to rule on confirming OSP freezing order on Cecelia Dapaah accounts, Anti-corruption crusaders advocate new legal framework for declaration of assets, Nyaho-Nyaho Tamakloe criticizes Akufo Addo’s leadership style, Liberia start release of provisional election results.

6PM GMT: NADMO launches rescue operations in Volta region & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:14:34 +0000

NADMO launches rescue operations in Volta region, Cecilia Dapaah to challenge OSP asset freeze tomorrow, OSP partners FBI over Cecilia Dapaah investigations, CHASS demands scrapping of Buffer Stock in food supply to schools, COP Alex Mensah (rtd) files supplementary witness statements

9AM GMT: Cecilia Dapaah in court seeking early hearing of case & more Daily-Beat

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 09:06:17 +0000

Cecilia Dapaah in court seeking early hearing of case, IGP to face accusers again today, Gold Coast customers spend night at ministry of finance, Theresa Kuffour to be given state burial, Black stars prepare for two international friendlies

6PM GMT: OSP charges Cecilia Dapaah over income declaration & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:08:33 +0000

OSP charges Cecilia Dapaah over income declaration, National Service Scheme to become Authority, University of Ghana to sack students with 1.00 CGPA, Theresa Kufour to get state funeral on November 16, Eden Hazard retires from football

9AM GMT: COP Alex Mensah (rtd) confident of vindication & more Daily-Beat

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:54:44 +0000

COP Alex Mensah (rtd )confident of vindication, Democracy Hub and Fix the country to protest throughout December, Gold Coast customers to picket at Finance Ministry, Minority says IMF programme a failure, Majority leader questions approach over BOG governor

6PM GMT: Info Minister defends UTV press statement & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:54:19 +0000

Info minister defends UTV press statement, GJA accuses NPP of crossing the line over press freedom, Aggrieved customers of Gold Coast Investment fund to picket at Finance ministry, Three maintenance staff drown in fuel tanker

9AM GMT: GJA calls out Information Minister & more Daily-Beat

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 09:10:38 +0000

Ghana Journalists Association calls out Info Minister, Cecilia Dapaah prays court to release seized funds, Government condemns Hamas attacks on Israel, Volta region’s Selorm wins GMB

6PM GMT: IMF to Release Second Tranche of $600 Million as Ghana's Performance Impresses & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:13:50 +0000

IMF to Release Second Tranche of $600 Million as Ghana’s Performance Impresses, Research: 70% of Participants Express Concerns About Ghana’s Direction and Declining Standard of Living, HIV/AIDS Patients Struggle to Access Antiretrovirals, Forced to Overdose on Children’s Prescriptions, Global Alliance Urges Ghana to Uphold Quality Vaccine Program Amid Self-Financing Goals by 2029

10AM GMT: Opinion Poll: Shifting Voter Preferences Raise Questions for 2024 Elections & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:21:19 +0000

Opinion Poll: Shifting Voter Preferences Raise Questions for 2024 Elections, Economist: Central Bank Governor’s Reputation Compromised Amid Protest Critique, Lawyer Denies Plea Bargain in Ambulance Case Involving Minority Leader, Collective Bargaining Agreement for Teachers’ Allowances Expires Amid Teacher Exodus

6PM GMT: Accra College of Education Teacher Trainees Voice Concerns Over Brain Drain & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 20:57:57 +0000

Accra College of Education Teacher Trainees Voice Concerns Over Brain Drain of 10,000Licensed Teachers, Bank of Ghana Governor Faces Parliamentary Opposition Amidst Controversial Remarks, MP Ato Forson Denies Plea Deal Negotiations in Ambulance Case, Kurt Okraku Re-elected GFA President with Overwhelming Support

9AM GMT: Electoral Commission exceeds voter registration target & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:17:15 +0000

Electoral Commission Exceeds Voter Registration Target, Smaller Parties to Pursue Legal Action, Minority Accuses BOG Governor of Contempt Over Protest Comments, Parliament Health Committee to Grill Korle Bu CEO on Dialysis Charges, Lead Suspect in Former Sanitation Minister Theft Case Denied Bail Again

6PM GMT: Wontumi warns Ken Agyapong, threatens to arrest him & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 22:23:35 +0000

Evening Episode of Daily Beats Podcast on 04-10-2023

6PM GMT: Five people paid ‘proposed’ cost of dialysis, Petroleum product prices remain unchanged & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Five people paid ‘proposed’ cost of dialysis, Petroleum product prices remain unchanged, Gabon Coup Leader Seeks Support from Congolese President to End Sanctions, Minority Caucus in Ghana Parliament Plans Demonstration Against Bank of Ghana Leadership

6PM GMT: Health Ministry summons Korle-Bu over new dialysis fee, Gas station near Tema Refinery catches fire & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Health Ministry summons management of Korle-Bu over new dialysis fee, Gas booster station near Tema Oil Refinery catches fire, Police on manhunt for siblings said to have killed 60-year-old woman over witchcraft accusation, South Africa adds Ghana to E-Visa list

9AM GMT: University unions give govt ultimatum, security agencies on manhunt for suspected terrorists & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Sissala West: Ghana, Burkina Faso security agencies on manhunt for suspected terrorists, La Traditional Council denies bribery allegations in Burma Camp land reclamation, Rabies kill two in Ashanti Region, TEWU, other university unions give govt two-week ultimatum to restore allowances

6PM GMT: Ghana to use electric vehicles for public transport, Court adjourns Adisadel College assault case & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:03:20 +0000

Ghana to use electric vehicles for public transport – Bawumia, Court adjourns Adisadel College assault case to October 04, Government wants to sell NIB and ADB to cronies – Minority fights proposed merger

9AM GMT: NAGRAT demands cancellation of double track, investigation into collapsed building in disarray & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

NAGRAT demands cancellation of double track in SHSs, academic calendar reset, Probe into collapsed building at Ofankor in limbo as caretakers clear site, It’s unfair for high-profile criminal cases to drag for years – Dame laments, At least 100 killed, 150 injured in fire at Iraq wedding party

6PM GMT: GAF denies giving land to La Council, Government secures GH₵3.9bn in DDEP & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Ghana Armed Forces denies releasing land to La Traditional Council, Government secures GH₵3.9bn in reopened DDEP, Suhum: Police on manhunt for Okada rider who allegedly poisoned 17-year-old pregnant girlfriend, John Dumelo says NHIS should cover dialysis treatment

9AM GMT: FDA orders recall of Beltocin & Vernetocin Injections, Kan Dapaah sues Barker-Vormawor & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

FDA orders recall of Beltocin and Vernetocin Injections, Kan Dapaah sues Barker-Vormawor over bribery allegation; demands GH¢10m, Alan’s resignation disappointing but we respect his decision – NPP, NPP not hijacked by a select few – NPP replies Alan Kyerematen

6PM GMT: Government fails to meet seven-day deadline, NPP orders removal of Alan posters & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Savannah region: Government fails to meet seven-day deadline to fix damaged Doli bridge, Ashanti Region: NPP leadership orders removal of all Alan posters, Seven die at an illegal mining pit at Bonsawire in the Western Region, Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter Zoleka dies at 43

9AM GMT: Bill to remove 15% sanitary pad tax introduced, Kumasi traders threaten demo & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Bill to remove 15% sanitary pad tax introduced, Kumasi traders threaten demo over delayed works on Kejetia market, North East Region: 60-year-old woman shot dead over witchcraft accusation

9AM GMT: #OccupyJulorbihouse: Police to hold debriefing session with organisers & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

#OccupyJulorbihouse demo: Police to hold debriefing session with organisers, #OccupyJulorbiHouse: There was no concrete basis for 3-day demo – NPP Youth Wing, Disregard false reports of Larabanga mosque collapse – Managers, Ofankor: Three-storey building under construction collapses, 2024 Women’s AFCONQ: Rwanda suspends coach for claiming Black Queens players were “like men”

6PM GMT: Alan resigns from NPP again; to contest 2024 polls as an Independent Candidate & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:41:44 +0000

Alan resigns from NPP again; to contest 2024 polls as an Independent Candidate, #OccupyJulorbiHouse demo: Accra Regional Police Commander summoned over brutalities, Accra will suffer with more than 50 millimetres of rain – GMeT

6PM GMT: Celebrities join protesters #OccupyJulorbiHouse demo, Explosion at Eastern Regional Hospital & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Celebrities join protesters for Day 2 of #OccupyJulorbiHouse demo, Gas explosion at Eastern Regional Hospital, Fake doctor robs patients and absconds, Missing Nigerian journalist found dead in pit

9AM GMT: Democracy Hub Proceeds with protest, President calls for international support & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Democracy Hub Proceeds with protest, Parliament Minority Objects to Government’s Plan to Use TEN Oil Field as Loan Collateral, Akufo-Addo calls for international support to fight coups, terrorism in Africa, Ghana’s economy grows by 3.2% in second quarter of 2023

6PM GMT: One dead several injured at Ofankor, Police to prohibit planned demonstration & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Police file application to prohibit planned demonstration by democracy hub group, One feared dead and several injured as landguards clash with wood sellers at Ofankor, Three students from T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School have been arrested for attacking and injuring 15 Form 2 students with machetes, Russian Embassy denies ties to alleged pro-Wagner mercenaries in Ghana

9AM GMT: Cecilia Dapaah’s dead brother’s account still active, AG to apply for hearing in NAM 1’s case & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 10:00:53 +0000

OSP alleges that Cecilia Dapaah’s dead brother’s account still sends money to her, Attorney General to apply for daily hearing in NAM 1’s case, CMB fire victims reject NADMO’s proposal to relocate, 5 miners jailed 100 years for mining without authority 

6PM GMT: Court Grants NAM1 bail of GHC 500m cedis, police Inspectors sue Dampare & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Court Grants NAM1 bail of GHC 500m cedis, 40 police Chief Inspectors sue Dampare for refusing to promote them, EC debunks claims of disenfranchising voters, GTEC cautions mature students

9AM GMT: Ghana is Africa’s highest borrower from IMF, COP Alex Mensah declares he rerun & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Ghana retains 1st position as Africa’s highest borrower from IMF, COP Alex Mensah declares he rerun for Asante Bekwai MP, Pensioner bondholders reject the effort to involve them in the DDEP, New UK Visa Fees To Be Implemented In October

6PM GMT: Hundreds rendered homeless after demolition, Ghana lost GH¢64 million to fire in 2022 & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Hundreds of residents rendered homeless after demolition exercise in Ablekuma, Ghana lost GH¢64 million to fire outbreaks in 2022, Government settles 10 months of allowance owed School of Hygiene Trainees, Anto-Aboso explosion: EPA sets up committee to review its monitoring

9AM GMT: Fire guts several shops at CMB, Embattled COP Alex Mensah retires from police service & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Fire guts several shops at CMB, Embattled COP Alex Mensah retires from police service, Passengers stranded as heavy rains cut off Bamboi-Wa highway in the savanna region, Ghanaian women receive less pay than their men - GSS

6PM GMT: Trade Ministry suspends permits for new factories, Help arrested for killing employer & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Trade Ministry suspends permits for construction of new factories for manufacturing portland cement, House help arrested for killing businesswoman, Take immediate steps to resolve Airbus scandal – Owusu Bempah petitions OSP, 64% increase in cocoa price woefully inadequate – GNACOF, Quantities of Explosives Retrieved at Another Quarry in Shama

9AM GMT: Adwoa Safo apologises to NPP over absenteeism, 13 fishermen reportedly missing in the sea & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Adwoa Safo apologises to NPP over absenteeism, 13 fishermen reportedly missing in the sea, Demolition of toll booths on Tema Motorway underway, Trade Ministry suspends permits for construction of new factories for manufacturing portland cement

6PM GMT: Minority demands resignation of COCOBOD CEO, Government Extends Invitation for Debt Program & more-Daily beat

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Minority demands resignation of COCOBOD CEO over mismanagement, Government Extends Invitation for Fresh Debt Exchange Program, Nigeria hit by widespread blackout in, Let’s support BoG to build a befitting Headquarters – Ofori-Atta

9AM GMT: NPP Ballot for November 4 Conference, Parliamentary committee to resume sittings October 2 & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

NPP Hopefuls Ballot for November 4 Conference, Leaked tape: Parliamentary committee to resume sittings October 2, Survey Shows Alarming Drop in Women’s Representation as Experts in Ghanaian Media, African Union to launch regional credit rating agency in 2024

6PM GMT: Inflation drops from 43.1% 40.1%, National Security Minister Withholds Interim Report on IGP Plot & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:58:18 +0000

National Security Minister Withholds Interim Report on Alleged Plot to Oust IGP, Citing Classified Status, Inflation for August drops from 43.1% 40.1%, Shama Explosion: Authorities discover over GH¢55,000 at quarry site, “Bank of Ghana Governor Reports Improved Financial Soundness in first half of 2023

9AM GMT: Bugri Naabu to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee, Black Stars wins with 3-1 victory over Liberia & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:21:36 +0000

Kan Dapaah, Bugri Naabu to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee tomorrow, Limited voter registration: NDC alleges EC deliberately took faulty machines to strongholds, Over 5,000 people dead and 10,000 missing in Libya floods, Black Stars wins with 3-1 victory over Liberia in an international friendly

6PM GMT: OSP files motion for confirmation of seizure and freezing of Cecilia Dapaah’s funds & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:01:05 +0000

OSP files motion for confirmation of seizure and freezing orders of Cecilia Dapaah’s funds, OccupyBoGdemo: Police to provide security for Minority’s protest, I didn’t plot a secret recording with Bugri Naabu – Dampare, Dampare denies withholding promotions

9AM GMT: Minority suspends OccupyBoG protest, IGP to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Minority suspends OccupyBoG protest again over safety concerns, IGP to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee, Mahama fumes over court’s delay in hearing injunction application against EC

6PM GMT: Explosion at Anto-Aboso quarry site kills several people, Bag of cocoa beans to sell at GH¢1,308 & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Explosion at Anto-Aboso quarry site kills several people, Bag of cocoa beans to sell at GH¢1,308, President Akufo-Addo commissions six new vessels into Ghana Navy Fleet, Akufo-Addo: Mahama’s allegations of judicial bias ‘dangerous and reckless’

6PM GMT: Police suspend interdiction of three senior officers implicated in leaked tape & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Police suspend interdiction of three senior officers implicated in leaked tape, Ghana Highway Authority to remove toll booths on the Tema Motorway, High Court Grants 7-Day Deadline for Ghana Police to Amend Title in Injunction Application Against Parliamentary Minority’s Protest, African Swine Fever Outbreak Devastates Pig Farms in Eastern Ghana, Losses Soar to GH¢2.2 Million

9AM GMT: NDC, 4 other political parties sue EC, Aggrieved Menzgold customers to protest soon & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

NDC, 4 other political parties sue EC over limited voter registration, Aggrieved Menzgold customers to protest on September 12 over locked up cash, Frustrated motorists clamour for govt to fix dangerous Tema Motorway, Air Quality: Makola, Agbogbloshie among five polluted hotspots in Accra

6PM GMT: Police interdicts three officers over leaked IGP tape, Works on La General Hospital to begin soon & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Police interdicts three high-ranking officers over leaked IGP tape, Works on La General Hospital to begin soon, EU allocates €80,000 for flood preparedness in northern Ghana, Presidential Election Petition Court Confirms Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s Elected President

9AM GMT: DVLA Announces Phase-Out of Old Driver's Licences, NPP Postpones Flag Bearer Aspirants' Balloting & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

DVLA Announces Phase-Out of Old Driver’s Licences, Urges Replacement with Smart Cards, NPP Postpones Flag Bearer Aspirants’ Balloting Amidst Concerns and Alan Kyerematen’s Withdrawal, NDC Swears in New National Executive Committee Members, Emphasizes Commitment to Change, Tragedy Strikes as Three School Children Drown While Crossing River in Ashanti Region

6PM GMT: IMF to Review Ghana's Economic Recovery Programme, Mahama Calls for Decentralized Voter Registration & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 17:56:59 +0000

IMF to Review Ghana’s Economic Recovery Programme Implementation, Mahama Calls for Decentralized Voter Registration to Ensure Fair Elections, Vice President Bawumia Launches National Premix Fuel Automation Project for Ghana’s Fishing Industry, Outrage as Taxi Driver and DJ Found Dead in Police Cell in Central Region

9AM GMT: Alan Kyerematen Withdraws from Flagbearer Race, OSP Retains Custody of Cecilia Dapaah's Funds & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Alan Kyerematen Withdraws from NPP Flagbearer Race, OSP Retains Custody of Cecilia Dapaah’s Funds Despite Court Order for Release, ECG to Demand Outstanding Payments, Conducts Households Visit to Capture Unregistered Users, International Vaccine Institute Partners with EuBiologics for Technology Transfer of Oral Cholera Vaccine Production in Ghana

6PM GMT: Medical Impersonator Apprehended at Komfo Anokye Teaching, CETAG Calls Off Strike & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Medical Impersonator Apprehended at Komfo Anokye Teaching, CETAG Calls Off Strike, Kurontirehene Found Dead in Goaso, Foul Play Suspected; Community in Shock, Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line Finally Begins Commercial Operations

9AM GMT: Parliamentary committee uncovers new audio, Minority reschedules protest & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Leaked tape: Parliamentary committee uncovers new audio, Minority reschedules protest against BoG Governor to September 12, Gabon Military Leader Sworn in Amid Calls for Return to Constitutional Order, GES reschedules Form 1 students reopening date to Sept. 25

6PM GMT: Minority suspends planned protest against BoG Governor, Expect more rains Up to November & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Minority suspends planned protest against BoG Governor, Expect more rains: Up to November - GMet warns, Attorney General Vows Justice as Menzgold CEO Faces 39 Counts of Fraud and Money Laundering, Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Operating Unlicensed Microfinance and Forging Bank Documents

9AM GMT: Claims of unfair treatment against security guard untrue, student dies after fire incident & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:03:06 +0000

Claims of unfair treatment against Jubilee House security personnel untrue, Akenten Appiah-Menka university student dies after fire incident during hall procession, Custom officials intercept over 700 fake metres at Dabala checkpoint, NPA starts Cylinder Recirculation Model

6PM GMT: NPP Cancels Run-off Election, Tipper Truck Drivers Clash with Police in Gomoa East District & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 17:55:00 +0000

NPP Cancels Run-off Election Amidst Controversy, National Cylinder Re-circulation Model Launches in Greater Accra and Ashanti Region, Senior Police Officer Accused in IGP Removal Plot Voices Criticism of Leadership Amid Denial of Tape Authenticity, Tipper Truck Drivers Clash with Police in Gomoa East District

9AM GMT: OSP disagrees with court to return Cecilia Dapaah’ seized money, Minority vows to protest & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 08:55:00 +0000

OSP disagrees with court order to return Cecilia Dapaah’ seized money, Minority vows to protest against BoG Governor despite police injunction, The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) sanctions 16 staff for violations, President Nana Akufo-Addo commissions Africa’s largest industrial salt production mine

6PM GMT: Court Orders Police to Return Funds to Cecilia Dapaah, Boakye Agyarko Withdraws & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Court Orders Special Prosecutor’s Office to Return Seized Funds to Cecilia Dapaah, NPP Flagbearer Hopeful Boakye Agyarko Withdraws, President Akufo-Addo Forms Committee to Review Privileges of Office Holders, Senior Police Officer Implicated in Plot Against IGP Denies Ties to Former NPP Chairman, COP George Alex Mensah Claims Leaked Tape Altered, Denies Involvement

9AM GMT: Menzgold CEO Faces Fresh Charges, Fatal Shooting at Illegal Mining Site Kills Teen and injures others & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:55:00 +0000

Menzgold CEO Faces Fresh Charges, NCCE Urges Electoral Commission to Boost Public Education on Limited Voter Registration, NPP National Council to Decide Boakye Agyarko vs. Francis Addai-Nimoh Run-off, Fatal Shooting at Illegal Mining Site Kills Teen, Injures Two Others in Western North Region

6PM GMT: Two dead, two others injured in Nsawam shooting incident, Gabon military declares coup & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Two dead, two others injured in Nsawam shooting, Four galamseyers arrested, guns confiscated by Twifo-Atti-Morkwa task force, Gabon military declares coup, saying election results were falsified, First Lady launches ‘Unifying Campaign’ to promote gender

9AM GMT: Protest Over Utility Rates Halted, Suspected Police Officers Face Parliamentary Committee & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 09:01:17 +0000

Protest Over Utility Rates Halted as Police Refuse Protection, Suspected Police Officers in Leaked Tape Face Parliamentary Committee, Barber Sentenced to 8 Years for Defiling Minor; Allegations of Attempted Tampering with Case Emerge, Police Probe Suspected Suicide of Man Found in Well in Koforidua

6PM GMT: President swears in two High court judges, NDC threatens to sue EC over limited voter registration & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 17:55:00 +0000

President Akufo-Addo swears in two High court judges, NDC threatens to sue EC over limited voter registration, Nkwatia Presby SHS Assistant Headmaster relieved of his duties for slapping student, Nkwatia Presby SHS Assistant Headmaster relieved of his duties for slapping student, Two armed robbers stab gold buyer to death

9AM GMT: President Launches Phase Two of Planting for Food and Jobs, Kennedy Agyapong Clarifies Remark & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:02:51 +0000

President Akufo-Addo Launches Phase Two of Planting for Food and Jobs, Kennedy Agyapong’s Campaign Team Clarifies ‘Showdown’ Remark,13 Detained for after Tamale Court Chaos, Ugandan Man Faces First ‘Aggravated Homosexuality’ Charge Under New Anti-Gay Legislation

6PM GMT: Paramount Chief Confirms Leaked Audio Plot to Remove IGP, Boakye Agyarko Denies Withdrawal from race & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 18:00:27 +0000

Paramount Chief Confirms Leaked Audio Plot to Remove IGP, NPP Flagbearer Aspirant Boakye Agyarko Denies Withdrawal from presidential race, Minister Inaugurates $10 Million Factory for Cocoa Pulp Conversion to Fruit Juice in Eastern Region, National Identification Authority Launches Limited Registration for Ghana Cards in Eight Regions, 17-Year-Old Apprentice Remanded in Custody Over Alleged Rape Case in Agbozume District Court

9AM GMT: Bawumia Emerges Front-runner for Flagbearer Race, Others to Face Disciplinary Committee & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 08:50:00 +0000

Vice President Bawumia Emerges Front-runner for NPP Flagbearer Race, Kennedy Agyapong and Others Referred to Disciplinary Committee for Misconduct, Arrest Made in Connection to Murder Case in Ayiem- Police Hunt for Five Other Suspects, Onion Trucks Return Home After Weeks Stranded at Benin-Niger Border

6PM GMT: Minority Defiles Police, Planting for Food and Jobs Program Set for Review, & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 17:55:00 +0000

Minority Defiles Police, Planting for Food and Jobs Program Set for Review, EOCO Surpasses 2023 Target- Retrieves GH¢79 Million, 17-year-old’s Abduction Leaves Victim mentally challenged

9AM GMT: Ghana Card Registration Reopens for 15+ Citizens, High Demand for HIV Self-Testing Kits in Ghana

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:51:19 +0000

National Identification Authority resumes Ghana card registration for citizens aged 15 and above, Bugri Naabu absent from leaked tape investigation committee, High demand for HIV self-testing kits in Ghana, Chinese embassy in Ghana launches poverty alleviation initiative

6PM GMT: Attack in TMA School at Sakumono, Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin dead & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:05:04 +0000

Attack in TMA School at Sakumono,MP for Afram Plains North, Betty Krosbi Mensah urges voter registration review, Ghana withdraws Men’s 4x100m Relay team from Budapest 2023 World Athletics Championships. Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin dead in Russia plane crash.

6AM GMT: Ghana's Electricity Company clears debt, Call for probe into man's custody death in Ho & more-Daily Beat

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 17:58:28 +0000

Electricity Company of Ghana clears debts owed to Independent Power Producers, Family demands investigation into death of a man in police custody in Ho, Three-year-old girl dies amid flooding in Western North Region, Bawumia campaign team denies allegations of fund accumulation for party delegates, Police express concerns over protest routes chosen by Minority Caucus

6PM GMT: African Union suspends Niger, suspected terrorist attack Ghanaian driver

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 18:27:06 +0000

Transport association threatens 20% fare hike amid petrol tax standoff, Ewoyaa Lithium project contract reports denied by Minerals Commission, AU suspends Niger following coup and Terrorist attack on Ghanaian driver transiting from Niger to Burkina Faso

9AM GMT: Tamale airport phase two expansion inaugurated, Ghana railways workers demand payment & more- Daily Beat

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 09:25:40 +0000

Tamale international Airport phase two expansion inaugurated by Vice President, Ghana railways workers union demands payment of salary arrears and contributions, Disturbing abuse suffered by four children in Wa molestation case confirmed, Former Nigerian oil minister charged with bribery in UK for contract awards

6PM GMT: Electricity and water rates to rise, Ghana launches Digital Audio Broadcasting trial & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 18:10:32 +0000

Ghana leads West Africa in Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) trial launch, Ministry of Finance initiates settlement of restructured bonds in Ghana, Electricity and Water rates to increase from September, Another bail granted in Cecilia Dapaah money theft case and Accused beheader apprehended in Western Region

9AM GMT: Political parties discontent with voter registration limits, Media General rewards Paa Kwasi Asare & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:50:00 +0000

Lands Commission urged to remove “Goro Boys” from their operations, Political parties in raise concerns over voter registration restrictions, Saudi Border guards accused of mass killings of migrants and Media General rewards Paa Kwesi Asare with USD 10,000 for winning BBC News Award

6PM GMT: BoG Governor addresses new headquarters concerns, TV3’s Paa Kwesi Asare wins Komla Dumor Award & more -Daily Beat

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 17:57:21 +0000

Bank of Ghana Governor responds to cost concerns and procurement process of New Headquarters, Majority Chief Whip denies involvement in defacing political billboard, Students injured in float parade accident, and some exciting news as TV3 presenter Paa Kwesi Asare wins 2023 BBC News Komla Dumor Award.

9AM GMT: Rifle accident claims soldier’s life, High mortality rate among breast cancer patients & more-Daily Beat

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:50:00 +0000

Ghana deploys sanitation guards against plastic waste dumping, Alarming breast cancer mortality rate in Ghana as over 4,000 women face high risk, Niger coup leader pledges civilian transition and Riffle accident leaves soldier dead.

6PM GMT: Ghanaian community in Niger appeals for peace talks,15,000 names removed from voters’ register & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:32:37 +0000

Ghanaian Community in Niger wants border reopening, Electoral Commission removes 15,000 ineligible names from Ghana’s voters’ register, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs cracks down on extortion at passport office, Former GN Savings and Loans employees petition President for license restoration.

6AM GMT: Cecilia Dapaah’s husband arrested, EC defends Ghana Card as sole registration document & more-Daily Beat

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:03:24 +0000

Office of the Special Prosecutor reveals arrest of Cecilia Dapaah’s husband amidst seizure proceedings, MP James Gyakye Quayson calls for disciplinary action against Attorney General and Electoral Commission clarifies intent behind Ghana Card as sole voter registration document.

6PM GMT: West African Army Chiefs discuss Niger Crisis, Bank of Ghana's new HQ details demanded

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 17:57:22 +0000

Minority Caucus demands transparency from Bank of Ghana over new headquarters construction, West African army chiefs convene in Accra to discuss Niger Crisis, Forestry Commission officer shot by illegal miners, Accra High Court sets ruling date for freezing accounts of former minister Cecilia Dapaah.

9AM GMT: Ahmed Suale’s family unhappy, Census of businesses & more-DAily Beat

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:07:26 +0000

Ahmed Suale’s family expresses concern over justice if Ken Agyepong becomes president, Kumasi tricycle operators comply with ban in Central Business District, Ghana to conduct comprehensive census of businesses and Ablakwa urges Ministry to address passport backlog and move towards automation

6PM GMT: NDC youth protests 10% betting win levy, Police accused in teenager's death & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 17:52:59 +0000

NDC youth wing protests against controversial 10% betting win levy, Police officers accused of killing teenager in Eastern region, Ministry of Energy secretary faces trial for alleged ATM manipulation and theft, North East region’s food security threatened by recent floods.

9AM GMT: Man allegedly infects minor with HIV and TB, Salif Keïta joins Mali junta as special advisor & more-Daily Beat

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 11:14:49 +0000

Man remanded for alleged defilement of 14-Year-Old, infecting her with HIV and TB, Minors testify in closed trial against man accused of defiling them, Protests escalate over deteriorating road conditions in Kpone Katamanso and Malian music icon Salif Keïta appointed special advisor to military junta leader

6PM GMT: Passport office fraud, Free SHS programme review & more-Daily Beat

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:05:13 +0000

Minister criticizes passport office staff for alleged fraud and calls for clean-up, GNAT seeks dialogue on Free SHS programme review for sustainable education, Kumasi Technical University offers special exams for late registrants. Greater Accra Council takes action to regulate tricycle operations and ease traffic

9AM GMT: Police deny shooting suspects in custody, Fuel prices expected to rise by 5.7% & more -Daily Beat

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 08:22:25 +0000

Controversy surrounds fatal shooting of suspected criminals by Jacobu District Police, Fuel prices expected to rise by 5.7% in upcoming August pricing window, Deputy Education Minister appeals for end to CETAG strike and Man pleads not guilty to 15 counts of defilement.

6PM GMT: Alleged police killings spark tensions, ousted Niger president faces high treason charges & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 18:41:57 +0000

Kumasi Technical University students appeal for reconsideration amid registration woes; Charles Bissue resolves to defend himself against Anas Aremeyaw Anas and OSP’s allegations; Majority Leader criticizes calls for Bank of Ghana officials’ resignation; Alleged Police killings in Jacobu spark tensions and; Niger’s ousted president faces high treason charges under military junta

9AM GMT: Father sacrifices son for money, Akufo-Addo proposes naming University of Ghana after JB Danquah & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Father sentenced to death for sacrificing son in occult ritual; John Mahama outlines strategies to tackle youth unemployment; President Akufo-Addo proposes University of Ghana be named after JB Danquah and; Niger’s ousted president Mohamed Bazoum held in challenging conditions after coup

6PM GMT: US warns Ghana against LGBTQ+ bill, 13,000 benefit from nutrition project, BECE not cancelled - Dep Min & more - Daily

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 18:01:34 +0000

Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill could trigger trade and investment crisis according to the US; Bridge collapse after heavy rains cut off communities; Cocoa road program comes to an end; 13,000 children flourish with improved feeding practices and; Deputy Minister refutes BECE cancellation claims.

9AM GMT: Court to consider freezing Cecilia Dapaah’s accounts, ECOWAS ready troops for Niger & more - Daily Beat

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Corruption allegations prompt freeze on Cecilia Dapaah’s accounts; IMF supports Bank of Ghana’s efforts despite financial setback; New rule allows Deputy Speakers to vote privately in Parliament; ECOWAS leaders agree on armed response to Niger coup crisis

9AM GMT: Cecilia Dapaah’s GHS & USD accounts frozen, about 70 onion trucks stuck at Benin border & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Cecilia Dapaah’s bank accounts frozen amid corruption allegations; MP urges tricycle operators in Kumasi to comply with rules, Stranded onion trucks raise price concerns due to border closure, World Bank halts loans to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law.

6PM GMT: NDC exec fired for supporting NPP aspirant, Beige Bank CEO trial continues, inflation still rises & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

The trial of Beige Bank CEO Micheal Nyinaku is ongoing and this week the prosecution revealed details of financial transactions; Papa Kwesi Ndoum calls out media’s lack of coverage for smaller parties; Ghana’s inflation climbs to 43.1% in July; NDC executive fired for supporting NPP flag-bearer aspirant and; Ghana Revenue Authority to introduce tax stamp on textiles to fight counterfeiting.

6AM GMT: Pressure mounts on BoG's governor to resign, new suspects arrested in Cecilia Dapaah’s case & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Bank of Ghana’s Governor faces calls for resignation over massive loss; BECE cheating attempt foiled; 12 demonstrators in police custody after clash at KMA over impounded tricycles; New suspects apprehended in Cecilia Dapaah’s theft case; Pavement flour drying halted along Kanda highway and; ITUC-Africa supports ECOWAS’s non-military approach to Niger’s political impasse

6PM GMT: Actor Fred Nuamah opts out of NDC parliamentary race, 4,000 new scholarships for Ghanaian students & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:59:33 +0000

NDC’s Fred Nuamah steps back from Ayawaso West-Wuogon contest; Record number of students benefit from GETFund scholarships; Accra Court sends fake microfinance operator to eight-year prison term; Tensions rise at Kumasi South Hospital over appointment of Dr. Oheneba Owusu Danso and; Tinubu’s war rhetoric faces resistance as ECOWAS delays military action against Niger.

9AM GMT: Ghana loses $8.3 million in oil revenue, President Akufo-Addo honoured in South Africa & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:03:17 +0000

Ghana’s oil revenue woes deepen as the country loses millions of dollars; Ghana’s involvement in Niger crisis requires Parliamentary approval, says MP; National ID flexibility in Ghana’s Cylinder Recirculation Model Programme and; President Akufo-Addo honored with the medal of merit for Pan-African leadership

6PM GMT: Niger coup leaders shut down airspace, Awoshie residents protest frequent road accidents & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 17:51:29 +0000

In the 6PM GMT Mon, 7 Aug 2023 episode;

2023 BECE see balanced number of male and female candidates; Fifteen arrested for blocking Awoshie to Pokuase highway; Mahama criticises Akufo-Addo’s decision to abandon Saglemi Housing project and; Niger closes airspace amidst neighbouring countries’ threat.

9AM GMT: 27 immigration officers under fraud probe, onion sellers stranded at Benin border & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

In the 9AM GMT Mon, 7 Aug 2023 episode;

27 Ghana Immigration Officers face action over alleged misconduct; Hospital workers arrested for stealing medicine in Bolgatanga; Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh named new head of Ghana’s Civil Service; Nogokpo controversy: Archbishop Charles Agyin-Asare holds his ground and; Onion sellers plead for help amid Benin border closure.

6PM GMT: Ghana is rationing HIV medication, former gov't official gets Presidential Pardon & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 18:00:13 +0000

In the 6PM GMT Thu, 3 Aug 2023 episode;

The Ghana AIDS Commission is rationing drugs amid financial struggles;
Significant strides made in water and sanitation goals with $6.6 million sewerage projects;
Ex-Deputy National Security Coordinator receives presidential pardon and;
Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association seeks justice in court over imposed fees and disconnections on Digital Terrestrial Transmission Platform

9AM GMT: Akufo-Addo denies backing NPP presidential candidate, 37 Military Hospital decongest morgue & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

In the 9AM GMT Thu, 3 Aug 2023 episode;

President Akufo-Addo denies allegations of backing a presidential candidate in NPP race;
37 Military Hospital to decongest morgue;
Ablakwa accuses President Akufo-Addo of broken promise on Finance Minister’s removal, and;
Niger’s major cities experience blackouts following coup.

6PM GMT: Six lives lost in horrific accident, HIV infections hit children and youth the hardest & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

In the 6PM GMT Wed, 2 Aug 2023 episode;

Heartbreaking accident leaves six dead and several injured;
Ghana faces HIV crisis with 16,574 new cases in 2022;
AG’s office takes over prosecution of theft case at Cecilia Dapaah’s residence;
Kumasi’s tricycle operators block roads in protest against ban and;
MP Muntaka Mubarak questions Police account of youth’s death in Asawase

9AM GMT: Onion shortage looms, Minority alarmed over affordable housing initiative & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

In the 9AM GMT Wed, 2 Aug 2023 episode;

Ghana’s onion importers alarmed by ECOWAS sanctions on Niger trade;
Minority in Parliament raise alarm over new affordable housing project Initiative;
Bawumia to appease party loyalists with “One constituency 10 appointments policy” and;
Chief Justice justifies denial of Bar admission over ‘obscene’ conduct.

6PM GMT: Affordable housing in Ghana takes new direction, Tricycle ban in Kumasi & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:00:00 +0000

In the Tue, 1st Aug 2023 6PM GMT episode,

New National Affordable Housing programme to provide 8,000 housing units in 18 months.
Haruna Iddrisu pushes for tougher measures on unexplained wealth.
Riders arrested as Kumasi authorities crack down on tricycle ban violations
I8-year-old convicted and fined for electricity meter theft

9AM GMT: NDC MP acquitted of gun charges, Former Ministers to face trial over Saglemi housing project & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

In the Tue, 1st Aug 2023 9AM GMT episode,

Court acquits Savelugu MP of unlawful possession of firearm
Trial of former Ministers and others over Saglemi housing project to begin in November
Finance Minister and Minority leader clash over Ghana’s economic outlook.
Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko charged with fresh offences.

6PM GMT: Petrol, diesel prices to go up, Ghanaian economy shows signs of recovery & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:48:08 +0000

Ghana’s economy on track to recover, says finance minister, Petrol, diesel prices to go up 9%, LPG by 20%, Colleges of Education teachers to strike over unpaid allowances and Trainee nurses patience wearing thin over unpaid allowances

9AM GMT: Menzgold promises to pay customers soon,ECOWAS leaders unite to resolve political crisis in Niger & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Menzgold completes transaction validation process, promises to pay customers soon. Minister of Finance to address Parliament on mid-year budget review. Juaboso MP Kwabena Mintah Akandoh injured in serious accident. Niger Junta warns against aggression as regional leaders demand President’s release.

6PM GMT: IPPs' debt puts Ghana's power supply at risk, ILO, GSS to develop multi-factor productivity document for Ghana & more -

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

ILO, GSS to develop national labour and multi-factor productivity document. Independent Power Producers threaten to shut down power plants. Conflict entrepreneurs fuel illegal arms trade in Ghana. 14-year-old boy killed by stray bullet at fire festival and Adisadel College student’s assault case adjourned due to lack of jury.

9AM GMT: GPHA denies involvement in fishermen's deaths, Parliament criminalizes accusation of witchcraft & more - Daily Beat

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

GPHA security boat did not collide with fishing boat, says authority. Ghana becomes one of the few countries to criminalize accusations of witchcraft. Cannabis Bill does not legalize the recreational use of weed and the Ghana government pays GH¢55 million to WAEC for 2023 BECE and WASSCE.

6PM GMT: GREL on the brink of collapse, Two fishermen drown while fishing illegally & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Ghana Rubber Estates Limited considers shutdown, putting 7,500 jobs at risk. Two fishermen die while illegally fishing. Adisadel College student arrested for assault. Fourteen suspects arrested for the murder of two people in Bono region and co-founder of defunct UT bank cautions business owners

9AM GMT: NPP holds balloting for flagbearer hopefuls, Military officers, civilians accused of robbery & more - Daily Beat

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

New Patriotic Party holds balloting for flag-bearer hopefuls. Three military officers and three civilians arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery. Government denies granting lithium licenses. The Ghana Real Estate Developers Association (GREDA) denies money laundering claims

6PM GMT: EOCO and MTN fight Momo fraud, Road crash fatalities decrease & more - Daily Beat

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

A seven-member jury has been constituted to try the police officer who shot his girlfriend. Army worm infestation hits Nabdam district. Road crash fatalities down in Ghana. EOCO and MTN to combat mobile money fraud.

9AM GMT: Ghana abolishes the death penalty, Akufo-Addo appoints new Sanitation Minister - Daily Beat

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Freda Prempeh MP for Tano North replaces Dapaah as the new Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources. Police recover some of the stolen items of Cecilia Dapaah. Ghana finally abolishes the death penalty. AG wants perpetrator of Adisadel College assault brought to justice and Court sets October 12 to deliver judgement in Aisha Huang case

6PM GMT: Cecilia Dapaah released on bail, Adisadel College student assault, housemaster interdicted & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Cecilia Dapaah released on bail. Adisadel College student assault, housemaster interdicted, thorough investigation underway. Seven-member committee to probe audio recording on IGP’s ouster. Mid-year budget presentation postponed to Monday. Nigerian national sentenced to 10 years in prison for cocaine smuggling.

9AM GMT: OSP searches Cecilia Dapaah's home, Mid-year budget review presentation & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Cecilia Dapaah’s home searched by OSP, Mid-year budget review set for today, First phase of Apiatse reconstruction almost ready and Building Collapse in Cameroon Kills 33, Injures 21.

6PM GMT: OSP arrests Cecilia Dapaah, BoG tightens Monitory Policy rate & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Cecilia Abena Dapaah arrested by OSP in connection with the theft of cash and valuables. Man charged with stealing $386,790 from National Investment Bank. BoG increases the Monetary Policy Rate to 30%. NPP sets rules for parliamentary primaries and the NDC holds memorial service for late President Mills.

9AM GMT: National Service allowance increased, Cecilia Dapaah resigns & more - Daily Beat

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Cecilia Abena Dapaah has resigned from her ministerial position following a controversy surrounding the theft at her residence. Some good news for National Service personnel as the government approves an increase in their allowance. Newborn babies to be issued Ghana card numbers starting August. A Chinese national who allegedly accommodated alleged galamsey kingpin Aisha Huang remanded and irate youth attack Asawase police station.

6PM GMT: Housekeepers charged with stealing millions from Minister's home, Russia-Ukraine war a wake-up call for Africa's food s

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

High Court dismisses case against First Atlantic Bank over sexual harassment allegations. Housekeepers of Minister Cecilia Abena Dapaah charged with stealing huge sums of dollars, pounds, and cedis. One killed, several injured in shooting Incident on Bawku-bound bus. Russia-Ukraine war a wake-up call for Africa’s food systems

10AM GMT: NAGRAT demands reinstatement of interdicted WASS headmistress, NIB allegedly picks up the workers of NPP’s Bugri Naabu

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Center for Employment of Persons with Disabilities decries the diversion of disability funds. NAGRAT demands immediate reinstatement of the interdicted WASS headmistress. National Intelligence Bureau allegedly picks up Bugri Naabu’s aide and receptionist over the content of an alleged leaked tape and NPP National Council dismisses petition to centralize flag-bearer elections

9AM GMT: Inusah Fuseini speaks after his son’s imprisonment, Ghana denies turning its back on Burkinabe nationals fleeing extrem

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Inusah Fuseini speaks after his son’s imprisonment. Ghana denies turning its back on Burkinabe nationals fleeing extremist attacks. Kwame Pianim wants MPs who boycott parliamentary sitting to lose their allowances and Vladimir Putin will no longer go to South Africa

6PM GMT: Injunction application against the anti-gay bill dismissed, Vice president Dr. Bawumia denies ties to Islamic groups &

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Supreme Court dismisses an injunction application seeking to stop Parliament from continuing with the consideration of the anti-LGBTQ bill. The office of the Vice president denies affiliations to Islamic groups. More Ghanaians to receive Covid 19 jabs and Protests against the high cost of living turn deadly in Kenya.

9AM GMT: Bloody clashes at Asawase, Aisha Huang sheds tears in court, Former President John Agyekum Kufuor alive & more-Daily Be

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Bloody clashes at Asawase leave two injured, Alleged Galamsey Kingpin Aisha Huang sheds tears in court. Office of former President John Agyekum Kufuor denies death rumours. Ghana and Portugal sign defence and economic pacts and Black Queen thrash Guinea to advance in Olympic qualifiers

6PM GMT: Food prices to go up, girl-child education hangs in the balance & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 18:00:00 +0000

Ghanaians asked to brace themselves for higher food prices in the coming days. In parts of Upper East region, girls education hang in the balance. Minority in Parliament want office of the Special Prosecutor scrapped. Payment to agitating food suppliers to be completed in August.

11AM GMT: Pressure on govt to refund $2M sky train money, President Akufo-Addo in Portugal & more - Daily Beat

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000

The Ghana government is under enormous pressure to refund monies paid to South African company for sky train construction. The Lands and Natural Resources ministry also under pressure to make details its contract with Aynok Holdings Limited. President Akufo-Addo is Portugal and Chairman of APC party in Nigeria has resigned

9 AM GMT: Illegal miners trapped, BoG on galamsey & more

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Illegal miners trapped, BoG on galamsey and more on the 9AM episode of Daily Beat podcast for 17th July 2023. Updates at 9am and 5pm, every weekday.