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Ken Ofori-Atta’s US immigration case adjourned to April 27
Posted on with No CommentThe hearing of the case involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been adjourned to April 27, 2026. Mr Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, as proceedings continue over his immigration … Read more →
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US Embassy in Accra opens thousands of new visa slots; urges World Cup travellers to apply early
Posted on | CommentThe United States Embassy in Accra has announced an expansion of visa processing capacity, opening “thousands of additional non-immigrant visa appointment slots,” with many said to be immediately available. The move is a direct effort to manage anticipated high demand … Read more →
Philip Osei Bonsu listed among Ghana’s Most Influential Personalities on Avance Media Top 100 Powerlist 2025
Posted on | CommentRenowned broadcast journalist, lawyer and media manager Philip Osei Bonsu, popularly known as O.B., has been named among Ghana’s most influential personalities in the inaugural Top 100 Ghanaians Powerlist 2025, released by leading African PR and rating firm, Avance Media. … Read more →
Trump announces 10% tariffs on key European allies over Greenland dispute
Posted on | CommentPresident Donald Trump announced Saturday, January 17, he will implement a 10% tariff on imports from several European nations beginning February 1 as he increases pressure on Denmark to sell Greenland to the U.S. Trump posted on Truth Social the … Read more →
Bureau of Ghana Languages endorses Ahanta language orthography for use in schools
Posted on | CommentThe Bureau of Ghana Languages has officially certified the teaching and learning of the Ahanta language in basic and secondary school after schools on Ahanta land, especially in the Ahanta West municipality. This giant achievement means the language can be … Read more →
Goldband data shows 98.8% of Ghana’s small scale gold exports went to Dubai and India in 2025
Posted on | CommentData obtained by JoyNews Research from GoldBod through a Right to Information request shows that Ghana’s small scale gold exports in 2025 were overwhelmingly concentrated in just two markets. Of the 103,804 kilograms of small-scale gold exported through GoldBod in … Read more →
Crystal Chapter of FGBMFI inaugurates new executives for 2026
Posted on | CommentThe Crystal Chapter of the Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International (FGBMFI) has officially inaugurated its new executive committee to steer the affairs of the fellowship for the 2026 year. The inauguration ceremony was held on Thursday, 15th January, 2026, … Read more →
Takoradi Port to receive largest bulk carrier ever to berth in West Africa
Posted on | CommentGhana’s maritime industry is set to make history on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, as the largest bulk carrier ever to call at a port in West Africa, the MV CBS Years, arrives at the Port of Takoradi. The historic vessel, … Read more →
NAGRAT says NaCCA knew of LGBTQ content before public outcry
Posted on | CommentThe President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) says the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) knew about the controversial content in a Senior High School teacher manual long before public outrage forced its withdrawal. Jacob Anaba … Read more →
US visa pause does not affect short-term travel for Ghanaians – Ambassador Victor Smith
Posted on | CommentGhana’s Ambassador to the US, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has clarified that the United States’ temporary suspension of immigrant visa processing does not apply to non-immigrant visas for Ghanaians, including those for business and tourism. The clarification comes amid growing concern … Read more →
Police arrest 6 suspected land guards after gun battle at Trasacco
Posted on | CommentThe police have arrested six suspected land guards following a gun battle at Trasacco in Accra. The arrest followed a distress call received by the police on January 10, 2026, at about 12:50 pm. A police situational report said officers … Read more →
US needs to ‘own’ Greenland to prevent Russia and China from taking it – Trump
Posted on | CommentPresident Donald Trump says the US needs to “own” Greenland to prevent Russia and China from doing so. “Countries have to have ownership and you defend ownership, you don’t defend leases. And we’ll have to defend Greenland,” Trump told reporters … Read more →
2026 is the make-or-break year for Ghana’s cannabis industry – Chamber
Posted on | CommentThe Chamber of Cannabis Industry Ghana has called for a careful and coordinated implementation of Ghana’s medicinal and industrial cannabis policy in 2026 to maximise economic benefits while safeguarding the public interest. Dr Mark Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, said … Read more →
Prez. Mahama departs for World Economic Forum
Posted on | CommentPresident John Mahama on Sunday departed Accra en route to the United Kingdom, where he will hold meetings with Coordinators of the Accra Reset initiative. A statement issued by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Presidential Spokesman and Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, said the President would also continue … Read more →
Ken Ofori-Atta has rejected consular assistance by Ghana’s Embassy in the US – Ambassador
Posted on | CommentGhana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has disclosed that former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta has rejected all diplomatic courtesies accorded him while in in the custody of the Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE). This is … Read more →
Gov’t clears $1.47bn legacy energy sector debt
Posted on | CommentThe Government of Ghana has cleared legacy energy sector debts amounting to approximately $1.47 billion as at December 31, 2025, according to a statement from the Ministry of Finance. The payments were undertaken within the first year of the Mahama … Read more →
Bank of Ghana ends 2025 with international reserves hitting record $13.8bn
Posted on | CommentThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) ended 2025 with its international reserves reaching a record $13.8 billion, JoyBusiness has learnt. Sources say the reserves could have risen to about $14.2 billion if not for Eurobond payments made in December 2025 on … Read more →
My daughter asked if I was a thief — Kwesi Nyantakyi on ‘Number 12’ exposé
Posted on | CommentFormer Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kwesi Nyantakyi has described the personal and professional impact of investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw’s exposé on his life as “irreparable,” while urging the journalist to leave him out of his conscience. Speaking on the … Read more →
Ghana Blind Union Members empowered at 7th New Year party in Takoradi
Posted on | CommentOnline news portal 233times.net has once again reaffirmed its commitment to social responsibility and inclusive development with the successful hosting of the 7th edition of the New Year Party for members of the Ghana Blind Union (Western Region Chapter) in Takoradi. The event, held … Read more →
Cut Presidential age limit from 40 to 30yrs – CRC proposes
Posted on | CommentThe Constitution Review Committee has recommended a major constitutional amendment to reduce the minimum age required to contest the presidency from 40 years to 30 years, a move aimed at expanding political participation and reflecting Ghana’s youthful population. The proposal … Read more →
Gold price climbs above $4,400 to hit record high
Posted on | CommentThe gold price has hit another record high, trading above $4,400 (£3,275) an ounce for the first time. The price of the precious metal has risen on expectations the US central bank will cut interest rates further next year, analysts … Read more →
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