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Let’s Pursue “paths that lead to peace”: Vatican-based Cardinal to Ghanaians
ACI Africa
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July 9, 2025
“If Jeremiah tells us that we are at the crossroads and we should find which path leads to peace, then it means right now we may be travelling on a path which does not lead to peace,” the Vatican-based Cardinal said. He said, “To be talking about...
Fidelity Bank Champions Ghana-China Trade at Accra Summit
News Ghana
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July 10, 2025
Fidelity Bank Ghana has pledged to deepen economic collaboration between Ghana and China, positioning itself as a key enabler of the government’s 24-hour economy vision. John-Paul Taabavi, Director of the Public Sector Group, outlined the bank’s...
Ghana Tourism Hits Record US$4.8 Billion Revenue in 2024
News Ghana
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July 3, 2025
Ghana welcomed over 1.28 million international visitors in 2024, generating a historic $4.8 billion in tourism revenue according to the Ghana Tourism Authority’s (GTA) annual report. The 12% year-on-year growth in arrivals signals robust...
A Fairytale Beach Proposal for 2003 Rugby World Cup-winner’s Daughter
Ruck
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July 10, 2025
It was the kind of proposal most people only dream of — and for Jemimah Robinson, daughter of 2003 Rugby World Cup champion Jason Robinson, it became a breathtaking reality. Set against the serene backdrop of a Caribbean beach at golden hour, Matt...
Ghana, US commemorate 249 years of American independence and mutual partnership
GhanaWeb
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July 4, 2025
Ghana’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts and Member of Parliament for Ketu South, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, joined dignitaries and guests in marking the 249th Independence Day of the United States at a commemorative event that underscored...
Ghana: 15 Chinese, Ghanaian Remanded Over Illegal Mining
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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July 4, 2025
The Koforidua Circuit Court 2 has remanded 15 Chinese and a Ghanaian for allegedly engaging in illegal mining activities at Akyem Amenase in the Eastern Region. The Ghanaian is Abdul Mumin Adams, 42, while the Chinese are Wang Fu Qing, 39, Ye Bi...
Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago honour PM Modi with top awards, joining 23 others
Mint
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July 5, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a five-nation tour, was conferred with highest civilian honours ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on Friday and 'The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ on Wednesday. He has 25...
Ghana records over 1.28 Million international visitors in 2024 -report
Business Insider Africa
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July 4, 2025
Business travel leads motivations The report indicates that 2.43% of visitors came primarily for business, making it the most common reason for travel to Ghana in 2024. Travel for study or teaching accounted for 7.06%, while visits to family and...
Linda Ampah headlines pilot of CAA's new creative dialogue series
GhanaWeb
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July 19, 2025
The Creative Arts Agency (CAA) of Ghana, on Thursday, July 17, 2025, successfully rolled out the pilot edition of its new initiative aimed at empowering young Ghanaian creatives. Dubbed the “Inspire the Creative-in-Me! Project,” the initiative...
Ghana rakes in $4.8 billion from tourism, with 1.2 million in international arrivals in 2024
The Herald Ghana
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July 3, 2025
Ghana’s tourism sector has achieved a historic milestone, generating $4.8 billion in revenue and welcoming over 1.28 million international visitors in 2024. This performance underscores Ghana’s growing reputation as Africa’s gateway for cultural...
Bank of Ghana's travel expenses double to GH¢206 million in 2024
GhanaWeb
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July 9, 2025
The Bank of Ghana spent GH¢206 million on official travel in 2024, twice the GH¢103 million recorded in 2023. This is according to its 2024 Annual Report, released on Monday, July 7, 2025, and sighted by GhanaWeb Business. The figure marks the...
Georgia Africa Legislative Caucus says proposed travel ban will hurt the U.S.
Georgia Public Broadcasting
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On Wednesday in Atlanta, members of the Georgia Africa Legislative Caucus gathered at the state capitol to ask Secretary of State Marco Rubio to reconsider a potential travel ban for some African countries. In June, President Donald Trump’s...
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park is the most visited tourist site in Ghana
Ghana News Agency
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July 9, 2025
By Hafsa Obeng Accra, July 9, GNA – The Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park has maintained its status as the most visited tourist attraction in Ghana, accounting for 20 per cent of total arrivals. The 2024 Ghana Tourism Report, launched by the Ghana...
Accra Weizo 2025: ECOWAS to rid bottlenecks, enforce free movement for seamless travel
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 5, 2025
The challenges facing West African borders are not just about protocols but implementation, thus, to have regular migration, it is imperative that implementation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) protocols works – there...
Juneteenth Festival celebrated with vibrant float in Accra
Joy FM
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July 9, 2025
Some parts of Accra's principal streets came alive as the African American Association of Ghana (AAAG), in partnership with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and the Office of Diaspora Affairs, hosted a vibrant float to mark the 2025 Juneteenth...
New date announced for launch of 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards
Joy FM
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July 9, 2025
The wait is over — with an important update for Africa’s biggest DJ event. The official launch date for the 2025 Guinness Ghana DJ Awards has been rescheduled to Saturday, 19th July 2025, at Luna Rooftop Bar, Airport City, Accra. This update...
Fidelity Bank to boost Ghana-China business ties, 24-hour economy
Business and Financial Times
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July 9, 2025
Fidelity Bank Ghana has reiterated its deep commitment to fostering economic growth by bridging local ambition with international partnerships. Speaking at the 2025 Ghana-China Business Summit, held under the theme ‘Synergizing Opportunities:...
Mahama reiterates Ghana’s readiness to lead a new era of maritime security
Ghana News Agency
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July 9, 2025
By Iddi Yire Accra, July 9, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated Ghana’s readiness to lead a new era of maritime security, innovation, and prosperity. He also underscored Ghana’s commitment to regional maritime security, economic...
Ghana Hosts Africa AirBadminton Championships at Laboma Beach
News Ghana
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July 4, 2025
The Africa AirBadminton Championships commenced at Accra’s Laboma Beach on July 3, featuring 108 athletes from 11 nations. The four-day tournament includes Team Relay, Women’s Triples, and Men’s Triples competitions, with top teams qualifying for...
Ho Teaching Hospital Reinforces Medical Tourism Vision
Daily Guide
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July 9, 2025
Dignitaries in a group photograph The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH), Dr. Hintermann Mbroh, has reaffirmed the hospital’s unwavering commitment to becoming a premier destination for medical tourism in Ghana. He made...