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Ghana poised to become Africa’s digital trade hub – Vice President
GhanaWeb
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August 26, 2025
Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed government’s commitment to positioning Ghana as Africa’s leading digital trade hub, anchored on innovation, sound policy, and strategic partnerships. Delivering her address through her...
Ghana study: Social networks help farmers weather drought
ESI Africa
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August 26, 2025
Droughts are a familiar hardship in Ghana’s semi-arid north, where rainfall is erratic and agriculture is the mainstay of rural economies. The economic and environmental effects of drought have been well documented. But less attention is paid to...
International partnerships for Ghana’s digital trade hub agenda
MyJoyOnline
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August 26, 2025
Ghana’s vision of becoming Africa’s premier digital trade hub is bold, timely, and achievable. As the host nation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Ghana already enjoys a strategic advantage as a gateway to Africa’s...
Seven Ghanaian Students Awarded Indonesian Government Scholarships Through Consul Paskal Rois’ Office
News Ghana
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August 26, 2025
Ghana and Indonesia’s educational ties have received a significant boost as seven Ghanaian students have been awarded the 2025 Indonesian Government Scholarship (KNB Scholarship Scheme) to pursue studies in top Indonesian universities. The...
Ghanaian aviation journalist Dr. Dominick Andoh wins prestigious AWAYA scholarship
CNR Citi Newsroom
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August 26, 2025
Ghanaian aviation and tourism journalist, Dr. Dominick Andoh, has been awarded the Africa Civil Aviation Commission’s (AFCAC) AWAYA Scholarship to pursue a specialised program in International Air Law at the renowned ITAérea Aeronautical Business...
Seven young Ghanaians begin studies in Indonesia on government scholarship
Modern Ghana
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Ghana and Indonesia’s educational ties have received a significant boost as seven Ghanaian students have been awarded the 2025 Indonesian Government Scholarship (KNB Scholarship Scheme) to pursue studies in top Indonesian universities. The...
Government to reform NITA to boost Ghana's digital economy - Deputy Minister
GhanaWeb
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August 26, 2025
The government has announced new legislation and regulatory reforms aimed at positioning Ghana as Africa’s digital trade hub. At the opening of the 2025 National ICT Week Celebration in Accra on August 26, 2025, Deputy Minister of Communications,...
Ghana Cedi’s stability at risk
Business Ghana
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Economist and Finance Lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School, Professor Godfred A. Bokpin, has urged the government to build stronger reserves to sustain the stability of the Ghana Cedi. He noted that while the recent appreciation...
Ghana-Singapore trade crosses $215m, Mahama eyes billion-dollar growth
MyJoyOnline
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August 26, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that trade between Ghana and Singapore reached over US$215 million in 2024, and he is now targeting billion-dollar growth. Speaking at the opening of the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum in Singapore...
Graphic/GREDA Home Fair opens Thursday - Highlights AI for smart cities, tech-driven homes
Graphic
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August 26, 2025
The Executive Secretary of the Ghana Real Estate Developers Association (GREDA), Ato Classpeters, has said the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is pushing developers to think about smart cities and technology-driven housing...
UK scientific studies reveal major elements for developing fine chocolate
Confectionery Production
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Some of the most significant elements responsible for shaping the flavour of fine grade chocolate have been identified in advanced studies at the University of Nottingham in the UK, writes Neill Barston. Scientific analysis conducted at the...
Mahama urges global investors to choose Ghana as gateway to Africa
MyJoyOnline
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August 26, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama has urged international investors to recognise Africa as the “world’s most dynamic emerging market” while positioning Ghana as the continent’s most reliable gateway. He made the call in his keynote address at the...
Sports Minister positions Ghana as Strategic Partner at 13th WCI Forum, Strengthens ties with Türkiye
Citi Sports Online
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August 26, 2025
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams represented Ghana at the 13th World Cooperation Industries (WCI) Forum in Istanbul, where government leaders, business executives, and policymakers converged to discuss pathways for global cooperation...
7 Ghanaian students awarded prestigious Indonesian Government Scholarship
Ghanaian Times
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August 26, 2025
Ghana and Indonesia’s educational ties have received a significant boost following the award of the 2025 Indonesian Government Scholarship (KNB Scholarship Scheme) to seven Ghanaian students to pursue studies in top Indonesian universities. The...
Africa is investable, Ghana is your gateway – Mahama to Global Investors
CNR Citi Newsroom
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August 26, 2025
President John Dramani Mahama has urged global investors to take advantage of Africa’s immense economic potential, describing the continent as “the world’s most dynamic emerging market” and positioning Ghana as the most reliable entry point. He...
‘Pakistan Rice Road Show 2025’ launched in Ghana
Business Recorder
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August 26, 2025
ACCRA, GHANA: The Pakistan Rice Road Show 2025 launched Monday in Accra, marking the start of a transformative trade initiative across West Africa. Organized by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), the event brought together 28 of...
24-Hour Economy takes centre stage as Ghana courts global capital
MyJoyOnline
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August 26, 2025
President John Mahama has unveiled Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy as a bold model to attract global investors, declaring that the country is open for business around the clock. Speaking at the opening of the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum in...
Ghana Sets Bold Vision to Become Africa’s Digital Trade Hub at National ICT Week
The Chronicle News Online
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August 26, 2025
Ghana reaffirmed its ambitious goal to become Africa’s premier digital trade hub at the official opening of the 2025 National ICT Week, held at the Accra International Conference Centre under the theme: “Ghana as Africa’s Digital Trade Hub:...
Ghana Poised to Become a Leader in Africa’s Digital Trade: Dr. Ampofo Ampofo Opens National ICT Week
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation
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August 25, 2025
By: Rachel Quartey & Rukayatu Musah The National ICT Week has officially opened in Accra, bringing together a wide array of stakeholders to accelerate the country’s ambition of becoming Africa’s leading digital trade hub. The four-day event...
Pakistan Rice Roadshow 2025 kicks off in Ghana
The Nation
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August 26, 2025
ACCRA - The Pakistan Rice Roadshow 2025 was launched Monday in Accra, marking the start of a transformative trade initiative across West Africa. Organized by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), the event brought together 28 of...