Six candidates absent as BECE begins in Ayawaso East
By Muniratu Akweley Issah, GNA Accra, May 5, GNA – Six candidates were absent at the start of this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Ayawaso…
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Economy
Government engages large-scale mining companies on GANRAP
By Morkporkpor Anku Accra, May 5, GNA – Government has engaged large‑scale mining companies to advance the implementation of the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP). The policy…
Politics
Parliament marks labour day with call to preserve Ghana’s cultural values
By Elsie Appiah-Osei Accra, May 4, GNA – Mr Bernard Ahiafor, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has warned that Ghana’s local languages, attire, and identity are increasingly giving way to…
Business
CNML launches youth capacity-building programme to tackle unemployment
By Anthony Adongo Apubeo, GNA Talensi (U/E), May 02, GNA – Cardinal Namdini Mining Limited (CNML) has launched a youth capacity-building programme aimed at equipping young people in its catchment communities with technical skills for employment…
Social
Retired Social Welfare Director Donates Smart Projector
By Hannah Awadzi Accra, May 4, GNA – Mr. Joseph Kojo Attigah, retired Director in Charge of Justice Administration at Department of Social Welfare and Chief Executive Officer of JackleeTV & Radio (Online) has donated…
World
US, Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
May 4, (CNN/GNA) – The US military said this morning that two US-flagged merchant vessels have successfully transited through the Strait of Hormuz. “American forces are actively assisting…
The head of Ghana News Agency speaks with CGTN on rollout of China's zero-tariff policy for 20 African countries, including Ghana
On the eve of China’s rollout of its latest zero-tariff policy for 20 African countries, including Ghana, on May 1, China Global Television Network (CGTN), based in Beijing, interviewed the head of Ghana’s News Agency to assess the significance and potential impact of the policy on the country’s economic development, as well as how the state media will help promote bilateral ties between China and Ghana.
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Court & Crime
Court remands two over unlawful possession of arms
By Gifty Amofa, GNA Accra, May 4, GNA – The Accra Circuit Court One has remanded two men over alleged unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. The pair,…
Education
Six candidates absent as BECE begins in Ayawaso East
By Muniratu Akweley Issah, GNA Accra, May 5, GNA – Six candidates were absent at the start of this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Ayawaso…
Health
Strike by Korle-Bu doctors suspended; OPD services resume Tuesday
By Samira Larbie, GNA Accra, May 5, GNA – The Korle-Bu Doctors Association (KODA) has suspended its strike action, which began on Monday, following engagements with hospital management.…
Features
Press freedom without protection: Why Ghana’s journalists still bleed for the story
By Shine Esi Kwawukumey Accra, May 03, GNA – Ghana is often praised as a model for press freedom in West Africa, with a Constitution that guarantees media…
Foreign Features
Xiconomics: China’s zero-tariff treatment boosts Africa’s development prospects
Beijing, May 4 (Xinhua/GNA) – In the rolling, lush fields of Ibiza Village in Kayonza District, eastern Rwanda, farmers are busy cultivating red chili peppers. Growing demand from…
Sports
GPL: Medeama close in on league title as Hearts stay in title hunt with win over Nations
By Simon Asare, GNA Accra, May 4, GNA – Medeama SC moved closer to clinching the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League (GPL) title after a commanding 2-0 victory over Bibiani Gold Stars FC…
Entertainment
Invasion 2026 set to light up spirit of worship in August
By Simon Asare, GNA Accra, May 4, GNA – Accra is set to host a major worship and revival gathering in August as Prophet Benjamin Fordjour announces, “Invasion…
Africa
GITEX Future Health Africa Summit Pushes Continent Towards Digital Health Revolution
By Prince Acquah GNA Special Correspondent, Casablanca Casablanca, May 4 (GNA) – The GITEX Future Health Africa conference has officially opened in Casablanca, Morocco, challenging African countries to reengineer their health systems…
Americas
Mass shooting occurs at campground in U.S. Oklahoma, injuring at least 15
WASHINGTON, May 4, (Xinhua/GNA) — A shooting at a campground in the U.S. state of Oklahoma on Sunday, night injured at least 15, local media reported.GNA
Asia
6.0-magnitude quake hits Samar, Philippines: GFZ
HONG KONG, May 4 (Xinhua/GNA) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 jolted Samar, Philippines at 06:09:46 GMT on Monday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences…
Europe
4 bodies found at collapsed mine in Russia’s Far East
VLADIVOSTOK, May 4 (Xinhua/GNA) — Four miners’ bodies were recovered at the Kadykchansky open-pit coal mine in Russia’s Magadan Oblast following Thursday’s collapse, the Russian Emergencies Ministry said…
Middle East
US, Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
May 4, (CNN/GNA) – The US military said this morning that two US-flagged merchant vessels have successfully transited through the Strait of Hormuz. “American forces are actively assisting…