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A planned meeting between Ghana's President John Mahama and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was postponed due to anti-immigrant violence in South Africa. The two nations are experiencing diplomatic tensions over violent protests against foreigners in South Africa.

A Ghanaian company led by President John Dramani Mahama's brother, Ibrahim Mahama, has refused to return a $100 million gold mine following an international court ruling, amid allegations of forged signatures and failure to meet ownership terms. The dispute over the Black Volta gold mine in northwest Ghana highlights concerns about legal compliance and political influence, potentially damaging investor confidence in the country's mining sector.

The Ghanaian government has rejected a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa due to concerns about xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other foreign nationals in South Africa.

President John Dramani Mahama aims to build trust through strengthened public accountability as part of a new government anti-corruption plan. Governance experts emphasize that the plan's success hinges on consistent enforcement of existing laws.

Carlos Queiroz shared a heartfelt statement on social media, expressing pride in his team's achievements during his time with Ghana while emphasizing the need for continued progress. He bid an emotional farewell to the country.

Nigeria confirmed two of its nationals were killed in South Africa during anti-immigrant violence, with one death allegedly by police and another by unidentified attackers. The violence, part of broader anti-migrant protests blaming foreigners for unemployment and crime, prompted Nigeria, Ghana, and Malawi to repatriate citizens and summon South African diplomats.

A surge of anti-migrant unrest in South Africa has caused fear and displacement among foreigners, triggered by protests against illegal immigration and a disputed death. Ghana has accused South Africa of killing one of its citizens and demanded a full investigation.

Five Latin American nations advanced to the World Cup's last 16, with Argentina surviving a close match against Cape Verde and Colombia defeating Ghana. Peru’s president-elect is formally proclaimed as the knockout round begins.

The Government of Ghana has condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa and called for a swift investigation to bring those responsible to justice.

South Africa and Ghana are engaged in a diplomatic dispute following the death of a Ghanaian national in South Africa. The incident has intensified tensions in South Africa regarding undocumented migration.

The dismantling of USAID has sparked debate over its role in fostering aid dependency in Africa and its humanitarian consequences. Critics highlight preventable deaths linked to aid cuts, while supporters argue foreign assistance has failed to advance American interests. The article emphasizes structural issues in African economies, where resource wealth often fails to translate into local development, and calls for stronger domestic governance.

Floods in Côte d’Ivoire have killed 59 people since May, with fears the death toll could rise as rescue efforts continue during the rainy season. Neighboring countries like Ghana, Benin, Togo, and Nigeria have also experienced flooding, with Ghana reporting 13 deaths.

The DR Congo economy is projected to become Africa's eighth-largest in 2026, surpassing Ghana due to a boom in cobalt and copper production.

Cocoa prices in West Africa peaked in 2024 before dropping by nearly 75%, severely impacting millions of farmers in Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire. The crisis raises questions about whether it will mark a turning point for the cocoa sector.

President John Dramani Mahama urged Ghanaians to remain united, grateful, and prayerful amid recent floods in Accra that caused fatalities and property damage. The call for unity came during a national prayers and thanksgiving event.

Floods in Ivory Coast have killed at least 59 people this year, according to a government spokesperson. Recent torrential rains caused floods and landslides in Ivory Coast and Ghana, with 24 deaths reported in the capital cities of both countries. The government urged residents to follow safety guidelines in high-risk areas.

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed the Virtual Asset Service Act, establishing its first comprehensive crypto regulatory framework with licensing requirements for service providers and a stablecoin structure. The law mandates approval from the Financial Supervisory Commission and central bank for crypto operations, imposes strict penalties for violations, and includes transition periods for existing firms.

Justine Madugu, as head coach of Nigeria's Super Falcons, won the 2024 WAFCON, marking his first victory in the tournament after serving in various coaching roles in previous editions. The win capped years of dedication and experience across multiple WAFCON campaigns.

African governments in Kenya, Ghana, and Mali are prioritizing local processing of minerals before export, aiming to control their resources and industrialize independently. This shift reflects a broader strategy to retain value from raw materials within their countries.

Lawyers filed a lawsuit at the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice against Ghana for facilitating US deportations to unsafe countries, alleging violations of human rights laws. Deportees, many of whom had legal protections in the US, were sent to Ghana and then transferred to their home countries or Togo without documents.

Ghana and the UK signed a £215 million Growth Partnership in London, targeting jobs, AI, trade, and infrastructure from 2026 to 2028.

Rights lawyers sued Ghana over a third-country deportation deal with the U.S., alleging the government violated human rights by deporting individuals to their home countries despite U.S. court protections. The lawsuit, filed at the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States, represents 27 people among 60 deported since 2025, some held in poor conditions and forced onward to their home countries.

An international coalition of human rights lawyers has sued Ghana, accusing the government of violating deportees' rights under a third-country deportation deal with the US. The lawsuit targets a deal established during the Trump administration's tenure.

Rights lawyers and advocates sued Ghana over a U.S. deportation deal, alleging it violates international law by forcing deportees to their home countries. The lawsuit, filed under a 1979 regional treaty, represents 27 people among 60 deported to Ghana since 2025, who claim they were held in poor conditions and sent to their home countries despite U.S. protections.

The CJID is hosting a media summit in Ghana to address the threat of disinformation to democratic governance in West Africa. The event will gather journalists, policymakers, academics, and civil society leaders to examine this issue.

Floods and landslides in Accra, Ghana, and Abidjan, Ivory Coast, caused by torrential rains have killed at least 24 people. Emergency services and military personnel are rescuing stranded residents, while neighborhoods remain partially submerged. At least 12 deaths were reported in Ghana, and over a dozen in Ivory Coast, with many trapped under rubble.

Heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides in the capital cities of Ghana and Ivory Coast, resulting in at least 24 deaths. Authorities confirmed the fatalities following the torrential rains.

Flooding in Ghana's capital has killed 13 people, and another storm is forecast, prompting residents to relocate to high ground or stay indoors.

South Africa faces a June 30th deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, causing concern among African migrants. Meanwhile, floods in Ghana have resulted in at least three deaths, and Cape Verde is becoming a safer environment for LGBTQ+ individuals on the continent.

The Adentan High Court 2 in Ghana has set July 7, 2026, to rule on contempt proceedings against Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ohenewaa Akweley Ocloo. The case involves allegations that she violated a court order restricting development on a disputed parcel of land at Dodowa Forest in the Shai Osudoku District.

The article discusses the Donroe-doctrine boost in Latin lessons, economic dynamics of jollof rice in Nigeria and Ghana, and the BBC's decision to discontinue its oldest service.

Six Latin American teams—Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Mexico—advanced to the Round of 32, with Uruguay eliminated in the group stage. Their knockout matches include Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Colombia vs. Ghana, Brazil vs. Japan, Paraguay vs. Germany, and Mexico vs. Ecuador.

Croacia derrotó a Ghana con goles de Petar Sučić y Nikola Vlašić. El empate inicial duró 10 minutos antes de que Vlašić anotara. Croacia se clasificó segundo y Ghana tercero en el Grupo L.

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NAPTIP rescued 64 children in Ebonyi and reported others trafficked to Ghana and Libya. The agency urged landlords to require BVN, NIN, and workplace ID cards for tenants to combat human trafficking.

Ghana requires large miners to sell 30% of their gold output to the Central Bank to build reserves, up from 20%, but the policy faces resistance from the mining industry.

El Niño is expected to cause droughts in Africa, threatening cocoa and coffee crops in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, which supply over half the world’s cocoa. The droughts could reduce outputs, drive up global prices, and harm farmers who do not benefit from government-fixed prices. The IMF’s Africa chief announced plans to support nations affected by conflict-induced shocks.

England avoided punishment for two fouls against Ghana in a goalless draw, with Ghana's coach Carlos Queiroz criticizing the refereeing. Colombia qualified for the knockout stage by defeating DR Congo 1-0, and Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups.

Eight mud houses collapsed in Cape Coast South Constituency, Ghana, due to heavy weekend rains, killing four people. The incident occurred in the Cape Coast Metropolis following torrential downpours.

Over 1,700 people have been displaced in Ghana's Wassa Amenfi West Municipality following severe flooding caused by a week of torrential rains in the Western Region.