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πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Ghana FM urges Ukraine to release two Ghanaian POWs

The Ghanaian Foreign Minister has called on Ukraine to free two Ghanaian prisoners of war.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:14 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana's Foreign Minister Urges Ukraine to Release Two Ghanaian Pows

Ghana's Foreign Minister calls on Ukraine to release two Ghanaians captured during the conflict with Russia.

Feb 26 β€’ 04:42 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

The Ghanaian foreign minister in Kyiv calls for the release of two Ghanaian prisoners of war

The Ghanaian foreign minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa appealed for the release of two Ghanaian prisoners of war held in Ukraine during a visit to Kyiv.

Feb 26 β€’ 03:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana Poised to Develop Sustainable Aviation Fuel Industry ...ICAO Study Reveals

Ghana is well-positioned to develop a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) industry to reduce carbon emissions in aviation, according to an ICAO study.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:32 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ghanaian FM asks Ukraine to release two prisoners of war from Ghana

Ghana's Foreign Minister urges Ukraine to release two Ghanaians captured while fighting for Russia.

Feb 25 β€’ 13:50 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
World

Ghana's Foreign Minister in Kyiv Urges Ukraine to Release Two Ghanaian War Prisoners

Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to release two Ghanaian nationals captured while fighting alongside Russian forces during the ongoing conflict.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:16 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ghana renames Kotoka Airport, reigniting coup debate

Ghana has renamed its main airport from Kotoka International Airport back to Accra International Airport, sparking renewed discussions about its historical and political implications.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ministry to Prosecute Fishermen Using Illegal Nets

The Ghanaian Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture is set to prosecute fishermen utilizing unauthorized nets to catch juvenile fish species.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:10 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Royal Artillery under fire after denying access to looted Asante treasure

The Royal Artillery is being criticized for denying public access to a looted Asante artefact, a golden ram's head, which is kept hidden in a military mess in Wiltshire, UK.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana Changes Name of International Airport in Accra

The Ghanaian government has renamed the international airport in Accra back to its original name, Accra International Airport, from Kotoka International Airport.

Feb 24 β€’ 13:37 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ghana: 60 Years Ago, President Kwame Nkrumah Was Overthrown by a Coup

The article marks the 60th anniversary of the overthrow of Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, by a coup d'Γ©tat on February 24, 1966, highlighting the event's significant national and continental repercussions.

Feb 24 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

How did Sheikh Ghani, who suddenly lost his sight, become a Quran interpreter in three countries?

The article tells the inspiring story of Sheikh Omar, who, after losing his sight unexpectedly, transformed his life and found purpose by interpreting the Quran in three countries.

Feb 23 β€’ 13:31 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

The African Slave Trade: When Will Europe Acknowledge 'The Most Serious Crime Against Humanity'?

Ghana seeks to elevate the recognition of the African slave trade as a crime against humanity during the upcoming UN General Assembly, amidst a global push for acknowledgment and support.

Feb 22 β€’ 08:10 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ghana resorts to international arbitration to solve maritime dispute with Togo

Ghana has announced its decision to seek international arbitration to resolve its maritime dispute with Togo after eight years of unsuccessful bilateral negotiations.

Feb 22 β€’ 06:40 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Learning Yoruba was hardest part of AnΓ­kΓΊlΓ‘pΓ³ β€” Ghanaian actress, Makafui

Ghanaian actress Fella Makafui discussed the challenges she faced in learning Yoruba for her role in the movie series AnΓ­kΓΊlΓ‘pΓ³: The Ghoul Awakens, highlighting the intense training she underwent to master the language.

Feb 22 β€’ 01:54 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Maritime Border between Ghana and Togo: Accra Decides to Resort to International Arbitration

Ghana has opted for international arbitration in its maritime border dispute with Togo after eight years of unsuccessful negotiations.

Feb 21 β€’ 04:12 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

How Nigerian women are lured into prostitution in Ghana β€” Community women’s leader, Ani

Franca Ani discusses the troubling plight of Nigerian women and girls who are drawn into prostitution and cheap labor in Ghana.

Feb 21 β€’ 00:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Togo: Ghana Seeks International Arbitration to Settle Maritime Dispute With Togo

Ghana has officially sought international arbitration to resolve its maritime boundary dispute with Togo under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana Engages Latvian Authorities Over Death of Student

The Government of Ghana is pursuing diplomatic efforts in Latvia regarding the death of Ghanaian student Nana Agyei Ahyia, aiming for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his demise.

Feb 20 β€’ 11:20 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ivory Coast considers cocoa price cut after Ghana

Ivory Coast is contemplating a reduction in cocoa prices paid to farmers, following Ghana's recent decision to cut prices by nearly 30% due to declining global cocoa prices.

Feb 19 β€’ 17:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Health Ministry Sets Up Committee to Probe Alleged Denial of Emergency Care

Ghana's Ministry of Health has established a committee to investigate claims of emergency care denial linked to the death of a 29-year-old engineer.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
World

England World Cup match faces cancellation threat as US stadium could pull plug on seven games

England's World Cup match against Ghana is at risk of cancellation due to a funding dispute related to security costs at Gillette Stadium, which may impact seven matches scheduled there.

Feb 19 β€’ 11:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ghana Reveals Identity of 'Russian Man' Push to Extradite Him Over Non Consensual Videos

Ghanaian authorities have identified a Russian national, Vladislav Aleksandrovich Liulkov, as the man accused of filming and sharing non-consensual videos of African women and are pursuing international extradition for his actions.

Feb 19 β€’ 11:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: President Sets Ambitious Target to End Raw Mineral Exports Within 5 Years

President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has announced a plan to eliminate raw mineral exports within five years to boost the national economy through increased local processing.

Feb 19 β€’ 10:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

Anger in Ghana as a Russian publishes sexual videos without the consent of his partners

A Russian national is being investigated in Ghana for secretly filming sexual encounters with Ghanaian women and posting the videos online without their consent, leading to diplomatic actions from the Ghanaian government.

Feb 19 β€’ 10:32 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Burkina Faso Fatal Attack - Pres Mahama Orders Evacuation of Injured Traders

President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the evacuation of injured Ghanaian traders from Burkina Faso following a fatal attack by armed insurgents.

Feb 18 β€’ 11:19 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Tomato Traders Suspend Burkina Faso Imports ...After Deadly Attack

Ghana's tomato traders have halted imports from Burkina Faso after a deadly attack on Ghanaian traders, raising safety concerns for cross-border trade.

Feb 18 β€’ 11:15 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: 60 Percent of Ghana's Tree Crops to Be Processed Locally

President Mahama announced a plan for Ghana to process 60% of its major tree crops locally to enhance industrialization and reduce reliance on raw exports.

Feb 18 β€’ 09:53 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
World

Ghana to submit a resolution to the UN to designate the African slave trade as the "most serious crime against humanity"

Ghana is set to submit a UN resolution to recognize the African slave trade as the most serious crime against humanity, supported by the African Union and Caribbean nations.

Feb 17 β€’ 22:59 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
Sports

Mexican National Team will play three friendlies before the 2026 World Cup: Official dates and rivals

The Mexican national football team has scheduled three friendly matches to conclude its preparation for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, facing Ghana, Australia, and Serbia.

Feb 17 β€’ 18:52 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡° DennΓ­k N
National & Local

Chart of the Day: Slovakia Fails to Compete Even with Kenya and Ghana, Affecting Economic Performance

Slovakia is lagging behind in competitiveness, a situation that is impacting its economic performance negatively.

Feb 17 β€’ 18:42 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Ghana: Russian Embassy Responds to Alleged Sexual Misconduct By Supposed Russian Citizen in Ghana

The Russian Embassy in Ghana has issued a statement regarding reports of a supposed Russian citizen being involved in sexual misconduct with Ghanaian women.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:48 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

U.S. Embassy in Ghana opens over 1,000 new visa Interview slots

The U.S. Embassy in Ghana has made over 1,000 new visa interview slots available for B1/B2 non-immigrant visa applicants, facilitating a quicker process for those wishing to travel to the U.S.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:46 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: No Bed Syndrome in Our Hospitals Must End Now

The 'No Bed Syndrome' in Ghanaian hospitals continues to claim lives, highlighting systemic failures in the healthcare system.

Feb 17 β€’ 14:26 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Seven Ghanaian traders killed in Burkina Faso militant attack

Seven Ghanaian tomato traders were murdered by Islamist insurgents in Burkina Faso's Titao town during an attack on Saturday.

Feb 17 β€’ 10:20 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Russian Embassy in Ghana Responds to Allegations Involving Citizen Accused of Secretly Filming Women in Ghana and Kenya

The Russian Embassy in Ghana has addressed allegations involving a Russian citizen accused of secretly filming sexual encounters with women in Ghana and Kenya without their consent.

Feb 17 β€’ 07:38 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana Seeks Formal UN Acknowledgement of African Slave Trade Injustice

Ghana plans to submit a resolution to the UN to label the African slave trade as the most serious crime against humanity.

Feb 17 β€’ 04:44 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
World

Seven Ghanaians killed in suspected Burkina Faso jihadist attack

A suspected jihadist attack in northern Burkina Faso resulted in the deaths of seven Ghanaians among around 10 civilians.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:41 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Deputy Health Minister Calls for Stronger Use of Technology in Malaria Prevention

Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, Ghana's Deputy Minister of Health, advocates for enhanced use of technology in malaria prevention during a regional workshop in Accra.

Feb 16 β€’ 16:07 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
World

Afrikaner in Ukraine: Lured by a Job, Ended Up at the Front

The article discusses the troubling recruitment of young Africans, particularly Ghanaians, into conflict in Ukraine under the false pretense of high-paying jobs in the security sector.

Feb 16 β€’ 11:42 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

NAF officer wins double honours at West African surgeons’ conference

A Nigerian Air Force officer was recognized for his achievements at the West African College of Surgeons conference, highlighting the institution's commitment to human capacity development.

Feb 16 β€’ 10:24 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ghana seeks extradition of Russian man over secret sex videos

Ghana is pursuing the extradition of a Russian man accused of secretly recording intimate encounters with women and sharing the videos online without consent.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:15 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: NLC Secures Court Injunction Against Striking University Unions...but NEC Urges Members to Be Resolute

The National Labour Commission in Ghana has secured a court injunction against four striking university unions, declaring their strike illegal and requiring them to cease the action immediately.

Feb 16 β€’ 07:29 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ghana Wants to Have African Slave Trade Recognized as the 'Most Serious Crime Against Humanity' by the UN

Ghana plans to present a resolution to the United Nations General Assembly to recognize the African slave trade as the most serious crime against humanity.

Feb 16 β€’ 04:08 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
World

Africa demands that the UN recognize slavery as "the most serious crime against humanity"

The African Union has called on the UN to recognize transatlantic slavery as the most serious crime against humanity, a resolution backed by Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama.

Feb 15 β€’ 13:33 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: GWL Deploys 200 Service Personnel to Recover GHΒ’866m Debt, Boost Digital Payments

Ghana Water Limited has launched an initiative deploying 200 service personnel to recover GHΒ’866 million in debts and promote digital payment systems.

Feb 13 β€’ 14:42 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Minister Urges Stronger Church-Government Collaboration to Tackle Youth Challenges

Ghana's Minister for Youth Development emphasizes the need for a stronger partnership between the government and the Christian Council to address youth challenges.

Feb 13 β€’ 14:42 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Investigative Journalism Must Be Impactful Not Destructive - Charles Osei Asibey

Charles Osei Asibey emphasizes the importance of impactful, constructive investigative journalism at the AIPS Africa Congress in Banjul.

Feb 13 β€’ 14:42 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Cocoa: Ghana reduces production price to try to overcome the sector crisis

Ghana has announced an urgent series of reforms, including a reduction in the production price of cocoa, to stabilize its struggling cocoa sector.

Feb 13 β€’ 10:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana Advances Education Sector Devolution With New Bill

Ghana is moving forward with a new Education Sector Devolution Bill aimed at decentralizing education management to local authorities.

Feb 13 β€’ 09:53 UTC

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