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<title>Security Recruitment Medical Results To Be Released Next Week – Interior Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government has announced that results from the medical examinations conducted for applicants in the ongoing security services recruitment exercise will be made public next week. Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, disclosed that over 105,000 applicants progressed to the medical screening stage, significantly exceeding the original recruitment target of 5,000 personnel. Speaking during […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:21:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Don’t Politicise GN Savings Ruling – Mohammed Amin Adam Warns</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Finance Minister and Karaga MP Mohammed Amin Adam has cautioned against what he describes as attempts by government officials to politically appropriate the Court of Appeal’s decision ordering the restoration of GN Savings and Loans’ licence. In a Facebook post on Friday, May 23, Dr Amin Adam argued that the ruling was not merely […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:16:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GN Savings To Reopen First Branch In Elmina – Nduom</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Businessman and Groupe Nduom President Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom has announced that the first branch of GN Savings and Loans to be reopened following the restoration of its operating licence will be located in Elmina. Speaking at the NDUOM School of Business &amp; Technology 3rd Congregation and 5th Matriculation Ceremony on Saturday, May 23, Dr […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:11:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Rolls Out 100 New Metro Mass Buses to Boost Public Transport — VP</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has inaugurated 100 newly acquired 29-seater buses for Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMTL) as part of the government’s broader plan to strengthen public transport services and improve mobility across the country. The acquisition forms part of a larger programme to procure 300 buses aimed at boosting the operational capacity […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:36:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Spotify Bets Big on AI, Ticketing in Bold Push for Growth to 2030</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/spotify-bets-big-on-ai-ticketing-in-bold-push-for-growth-to-2030</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Swedish streaming giant Spotify has unveiled an ambitious long-term strategy centred on artificial intelligence, new monetisation tools, and deeper industry partnerships, as it targets stronger growth and profitability through the end of the decade. The company’s announcement, which sent its shares surging by 13 per cent, signals a major shift in how it plans to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 08:14:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ORC Set To Delist 318 Companies Over Compliance Breaches</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) has initiated moves to strike off 318 companies from Ghana’s Companies Register as part of efforts to tighten corporate compliance and improve the integrity of the country’s business records. In a statement dated May 19, 2026, the ORC said the action is being taken pursuant to Section […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:36:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ashaiman Traders Stranded After Dawn Demolition Amid Land Dispute</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ashaiman-traders-stranded-after-dawn-demolition-amid-land-dispute</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A number of traders at Ashaiman in the Greater Accra Region have been left stranded following a demolition exercise allegedly carried out by a private developer to reclaim a land they have been occupying at the roadside for trading activities. The operation, carried out by the yet-to-be-identified individuals in the early hours of Thursday, May […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:18:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Nearly 30% Of Ghanaians Turn To Betting To Survive Despite Rising Incomes – Report</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Nearly 30 per cent of working Ghanaians are increasingly turning to gambling and betting as a coping mechanism to cover daily expenses and debt obligations, despite signs of improving income levels and easing financial pressures in the economy. This is according to the latest Old Mutual Financial Wellness Monitor, which paints a mixed picture of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 07:12:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Air Ghana Is Not For Gov’t —Transport Minister</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has categorically dispelled rumours surrounding a viral aircraft bearing the branding of Air Ghana Cargo, clarifying that the vessel is entirely privately owned and has no connection to state operations. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, the minister explained that the aircraft […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:19:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Court of Appeal Restores Licence Of GN Savings And Loans</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Court of Appeal has ordered the Bank of Ghana to restore the licence of GN Savings and Loans, overturning an earlier High Court ruling that upheld the revocation of the financial institution’s operating licence. The three-member panel further directed that all assets of the bank be returned to their original owners and ordered the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:03:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Banking Sector Surges as Credit Growth and Asset Strength Rebound — BoG</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s banking sector recorded a strong turnaround in performance, with significant growth in assets, improved credit expansion, and better asset quality, Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr Johnson Asiama has disclosed. Speaking at the 130th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) press briefing, Dr Asiama highlighted that the sector’s recovery reflects renewed confidence and improved financial […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 12:52:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mobile Money Transactions Hit GH¢493bn In April</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mobile money transactions in Ghana reached a value of GH¢493.2 billion in April 2026, involving 967 million transactions, according to the latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data for May 2026 released by the Bank of Ghana. The figures represent an increase from the GH¢484.6 billion recorded in March 2026, highlighting the continued growth in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 09:10:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Samsung, Google Poised For AI Eyewear Launch</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/samsung-google-poised-for-ai-eyewear-launch</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Tech giants Google and Samsung Electronics have unveiled a new generation of AI-powered smart glasses, marking a renewed push into wearable technology with a strong focus on artificial intelligence integration. The announcement, made at the Google I/O 2026 on May 19, offered a first look at two intelligent eyewear designs developed in collaboration with fashion-forward […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 08:11:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Holds Policy Rate at 14% – Johnson Asiama</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-holds-policy-rate-at-14-johnson-asiama</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Asiama, has announced that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the policy rate at 14 percent, citing rising global inflation risks and emerging external pressures despite strong domestic economic recovery. Addressing the 130th MPC press briefing, Dr Asiama explained that the decision was influenced by renewed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:01:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GhIPSS Strengthens leadership with CTIO and Chief Advisor Appointments</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghipss-strengthens-leadership-with-ctio-and-chief-advisor-appointments</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems Limited (GhIPSS) has announced the appointments of a Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO) and an advisor to the Chief Executive – Emergent Technologies, completing the company’s executive leadership structure as it advances its strategic transformation and long-term growth agenda. The appointments reinforce GhIPSS’ commitment to building a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:29:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cedi Weakens 8.4% Against Dollar In First Five Months Of 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cedi-weakens-8-4-against-dollar-in-first-five-months-of-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana cedi depreciated by 8.4% against the US dollar during the first five months of 2026, according to the May 2026 Economic and Financial Summary released by the Bank of Ghana. The latest decline is higher than the 6.6% depreciation recorded over the same period in 2025. It signals renewed pressure on the local […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:51:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Public Debt Rises To GH¢674bn</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-public-debt-rises-to-gh%25c2%25a2674bn</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s total public debt stock increased to GH¢674.1 billion in February 2026. This is according to the latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data for May 2026, as released by the Bank of Ghana. In dollar terms, the country’s debt stood at $63.1 billion, up from $61.3 billion recorded in December 2025. Despite the increase […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:31:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Doesn’t Regulate Media Content—Take Broadcast Abuse Complaints to NMC, Says NCA Boss</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-doesnt-regulate-media-content-take-broadcast-abuse-complaints-to-nmc-says-nca-boss</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has clarified that the Authority has no legal mandate to regulate or sanction media content, urging the public to channel complaints about abusive or unprofessional broadcasts to the National Media Commission (NMC). Speaking in an interview, Mr Fianko emphasised that the NCA operates strictly […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:23:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>No Evidence Telecom Towers Cause Cancer – NCA Boss</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/no-evidence-telecom-towers-cause-cancer-nca-boss</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has dismissed widespread fears linking telecom towers and radio waves to cancer, stating emphatically that there is no scientific evidence to support such claims. In an interview, Mr Fianko stressed that concerns about cancer risks from telecommunications infrastructure are unfounded, citing global research and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:01:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA to Publish Telcos’ Performance Data To Cracks Down on Poor Service Quality</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-to-publish-telcos-performance-data-to-cracks-down-on-poor-service-quality</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has announced that the regulator will publish telecom operators’ performance data, insisting that transparency is key to addressing persistent service quality challenges across the country. Speaking on the growing concerns over poor telecom services, Mr Fianko said the NCA will make public, network by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:23:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SIM Registration Must End “Reset Culture” to Protect Digital Gains — Telecom Chamber CEO</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sim-registration-must-end-reset-culture-to-protect-digital-gains-telecom-chamber-ceo</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has called for a more stable, seamless and depoliticised SIM registration regime, warning that repeated disruptions risk undermining consumer confidence and slowing Ghana’s digital transformation. Speaking at an industry forum, Madam Owusu-Ankomah stressed that SIM registration remains a critical pillar in building a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:33:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telcos Demand Government Incentives to Unlock Returns on Long&#45;Term Investments</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telcos-demand-government-incentives-to-unlock-returns-on-long-term-investments</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has called on the government to introduce targeted incentives to ensure telecom operators can realise returns on their heavy long-term investments, warning that without policy stability and support, industry growth could stall. Speaking at an industry engagement, she emphasised that while telecom companies […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 08:23:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telcos Push NCA to Streamline Regulation to Boost Investor Confidence</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telcos-push-nca-to-streamline-regulation-to-boost-investor-confidence</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has called for a more streamlined and predictable regulatory environment, urging the National Communications Authority (NCA) to strengthen policy clarity and stability to sustain investor confidence in Ghana’s telecommunications sector. Speaking at an industry forum, she emphasised that while Ghana’s telecom industry has […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>“You’re Being Unruly&#45; Sam George Tells Abena Osei&#45;Asare</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A heated exchange erupted at the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) sitting on Monday, May 18, between the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, and Committee Chairperson Abena Osei-Asare, over concerns regarding poor service The tension arose after the minister attributed challenges in the telecommunications sector to what he described as weak […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:28:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA to Enforce Stricter Measures on Network Performance</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has issued a firm warning to telecommunications operators, declaring that they will be held accountable for delivering on commitments to improve service quality across the country. Addressing stakeholders, Mr Fianko did not mince words as he highlighted growing public dissatisfaction with telecom services, describing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:21:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>“Ghanaians Must Get the Service They Pay For” — NCA Director&#45;General</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has issued a strong and unequivocal warning to telecom operators, insisting that consumers must receive full value for the services they pay for amid growing concerns over network quality and coverage. Speaking at an industry engagement, he identified Quality of Service (QoS) and coverage […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:05:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telecom Chamber Urges NCA to Fast&#45;Track 5G Rollout to Fix Network Quality Gaps</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telecom-chamber-urges-nca-to-fast-track-5g-rollout-to-fix-network-quality-gaps</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/telecom-chamber-urges-nca-to-fast-track-5g-rollout-to-fix-network-quality-gaps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has called on the National Communications Authority (NCA) to provide clear direction and accelerate the rollout of 5G technology to address persistent quality of service challenges in Ghana’s telecom sector. Speaking at an industry forum, she stressed that while operators remain committed to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:49:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Raises Red Flag on Poor Network Quality Despite Heavy Telecom Investments</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-raises-red-flag-on-poor-network-quality-despite-heavy-telecom-investments</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nca-raises-red-flag-on-poor-network-quality-despite-heavy-telecom-investments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority, Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has issued a strong warning to telecom operators over persistent quality-of-service challenges, despite ongoing investments in network infrastructure. Delivering remarks at an industry forum commemorating the NCA’s 30th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, he said consumer experience remains inconsistent […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MoCDTI Dismisses Claims of Misused Funds as “Misleading and Inaccurate”</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mocdti-dismisses-claims-of-misused-funds-as-misleading-and-inaccurate</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mocdti-dismisses-claims-of-misused-funds-as-misleading-and-inaccurate</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) has firmly rejected allegations circulating on social media suggesting that the sector minister, Samuel Nartey George, has misappropriated public funds. In a press release, the Ministry clarified that the document being widely shared online has been taken out of context and misrepresented. According to the statement, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:53:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Pushes Balanced Spectrum Pricing to Drive Real Network Expansion</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-pushes-balanced-spectrum-pricing-to-drive-real-network-expansion</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nca-pushes-balanced-spectrum-pricing-to-drive-real-network-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority, Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has outlined a renewed regulatory focus on spectrum design and pricing, stressing that allocation must translate into tangible service improvements for consumers. Speaking at a joint industry event marking the 15th anniversary of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and the NCA’s 30 years of operations, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:28:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fibre Cuts Surge to 8,000 Annually, Straining Ghana’s Telecom Investments – Chamber CEO</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fibre-cuts-surge-to-8000-annually-straining-ghanas-telecom-investments-chamber-ceo</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/fibre-cuts-surge-to-8000-annually-straining-ghanas-telecom-investments-chamber-ceo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, has raised alarm over the sharp rise in fibre cuts across Ghana, revealing that incidents have surged from about 400 annually in earlier years to more than 8,000 per year, placing significant strain on telecom operators and threatening network stability. Speaking on the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:24:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Tightens Grip on Ghana’s Telecom Market with Over 81% Data Share</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-tightens-grip-on-ghanas-telecom-market-with-over-81-data-share</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-tightens-grip-on-ghanas-telecom-market-with-over-81-data-share</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana continues to consolidate its dominance in Ghana’s telecommunications sector, controlling over 81% of mobile data subscriptions as of February 2026, according to the National Communications Authority (NCA), leaving competitors trailing far behind in a market increasingly defined by infrastructure, data demand, and mobile money integration. Latest data from the NCA shows that MTN […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:14:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ready to Fast&#45;Track 5G Rollout&#45; MTN Ghana CEO</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ready-to-fast-track-5g-rollout-mtn-ghana-ceo</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ready-to-fast-track-5g-rollout-mtn-ghana-ceo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, has endorsed remarks by Samuel Nartey George on the expectations tied to 5G deployment, pledging that the telecom giant will accelerate rollout to ensure widespread access if it secures spectrum in the upcoming auction. Speaking in an interview during MTN Ghana’s 30th anniversary celebrations, Mr Blewett said […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:39:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NIA Registers 32,000 Children In Volta and Oti Regions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nia-registers-32000-children-in-volta-and-oti-regions</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nia-registers-32000-children-in-volta-and-oti-regions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Identification Authority (NIA) has registered 32,000 children between the ages of 6 and 14 in the Volta and Oti regions as part of its ongoing Ghana Card registration exercise for minors. The exercise, which commenced on May 5, is aimed at ensuring that children within the age bracket are enrolled onto the National […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:42:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Labour Commission Directs NIA To Call Off Strike</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/labour-commission-directs-nia-to-call-off-strike</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/labour-commission-directs-nia-to-call-off-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Labour Commission (NLC) has directed striking workers of the National Identification Authority (NIA) under the Public Services Workers’ Union to immediately call off their ongoing industrial action. The directive follows a meeting held on Thursday, May 14, between the Commission, the union, the National Identification Authority and the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:57:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana at 30: MTN Ghana CEO Reflects on Three Decades of Impact</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-at-30-mtn-ghana-ceo-reflects-on-three-decades-of-impact</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-at-30-mtn-ghana-ceo-reflects-on-three-decades-of-impact</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana’s chief executive officer, Stephen Blewett, has described the company’s 30-year journey as a national transformation story built not on infrastructure alone but on people, inclusion, and shared progress, as he highlighted how connectivity has reshaped Ghana’s economy, society, and everyday life since the mid-1990s. Celebrating MTN Ghana’s 30th anniversary at MTN House, CEO […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:54:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Government Signals 5G Spectrum Allocation to MTN as Rollout Plans Intensify</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/government-signals-5g-spectrum-allocation-to-mtn-as-rollout-plans-intensify</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/government-signals-5g-spectrum-allocation-to-mtn-as-rollout-plans-intensify</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has indicated that MTN Ghana is likely to secure a block of 5G spectrum, positioning the telecom giant as a key driver in Ghana’s ambitious nationwide rollout of next-generation connectivity. Speaking at the launch of MTN Ghana’s 30th anniversary, the minister revealed that the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 03:35:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Minister Rallies Telecom Industry To Fund Girls In ICT Initiative</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/minister-rallies-telecom-industry-to-fund-girls-in-ict-initiative</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/minister-rallies-telecom-industry-to-fund-girls-in-ict-initiative</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister for communications, digital technology and innovations, Hon. Sam Nartey George, has called on telecom operators and industry stakeholders to step up financial support for the Girls in ICT initiative, warning that funding gaps threaten efforts to bridge Ghana’s digital gender divide. Speaking at a high-level telecoms workshop on spectrum auction design and pricing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:54:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Minister Seeks Expert Input on 5G Rollout Strategy</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/minister-seeks-expert-input-on-5g-rollout-strategy</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/minister-seeks-expert-input-on-5g-rollout-strategy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Sam Nartey George, has called on industry experts to provide critical technical guidance to shape Ghana’s 5G rollout, stressing that the government is deliberately opening up the policy process to ensure the country gets it right. Addressing a high-level workshop on spectrum auction design and pricing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:49:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Don’t Drive Out Fellow Africans — Okudzeto Condemns Xenophobia</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dont-drive-out-fellow-africans-okudzeto-condemns-xenophobia</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/dont-drive-out-fellow-africans-okudzeto-condemns-xenophobia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has strongly condemned rising xenophobic tensions in parts of Africa, including South Africa, warning that hostility towards fellow Africans threatens the continent’s integration and economic future. Delivering a passionate address at the 3i Africa Summit 2026, the minister cautioned that Africa cannot pursue economic integration while simultaneously rejecting its […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 08:35:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>1,700 Young Africans Died Chasing “Paradise” — Okudzeto Urges Urgent Job Creation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/1700-young-africans-died-chasing-paradise-okudzeto-urges-urgent-job-creation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/1700-young-africans-died-chasing-paradise-okudzeto-urges-urgent-job-creation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that over 1,700 young Africans died in 2025 attempting to cross the Mediterranean, warning that Africa must urgently create opportunities at home to stop the deadly migration trend. Speaking at a continental forum, the minister cited data from the International Organisation for Migration, noting that despite a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 08:12:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Borrows GHS120bn From T&#45;Bills in First Four Months Of 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-borrows-ghs120bn-from-t-bills-in-first-four-months-of-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-borrows-ghs120bn-from-t-bills-in-first-four-months-of-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government mobilised approximately GHS120.2bn from the Treasury bill market between January and April 2026. This is against the GH¢181.5 billion offered by investors. This reflects a measured borrowing strategy, with the Treasury balancing financing needs against the need to contain borrowing costs amid evolving liquidity conditions. A look at the data from the Bank […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:49:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Economic Development Board (EDB) Mauritius, GIPC Bring High&#45;Level Investment Delegation to Accra</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/economic-development-board-edb-mauritius-gipc-bring-high-level-investment-delegation-to-accra</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/economic-development-board-edb-mauritius-gipc-bring-high-level-investment-delegation-to-accra</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Economic Development Board (EDB) Mauritius, the apex investment promotion institution of the Government of Mauritius, will host a high-level, closed business forum in Accra on Friday, 22nd May 2026, in partnership with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC). The Forum, themed ‘Mauritius: Your Strategic Platform for Ghanaian Capital, Growth and Global Expansion’, will convene […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:43:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GRIDCo Board Holds Inaugural Staff Durbar, Reaffirms Commitment To Resilience And Operational Excellence</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gridco-board-holds-inaugural-staff-durbar-reaffirms-commitment-to-resilience-and-operational-excellence</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gridco-board-holds-inaugural-staff-durbar-reaffirms-commitment-to-resilience-and-operational-excellence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Board of Directors of Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has held its first-ever direct engagement with staff in a durbar that brought together employees from across the company’s operational areas. The event, convened at the company’s head office in Tema, provided a platform for open dialogue between the board, management, and staff and served […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Development Bank Will Transform Women from Vulnerability to Viability — Gender Minister</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/womens-development-bank-will-transform-women-from-vulnerability-to-viability-gender-minister</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/womens-development-bank-will-transform-women-from-vulnerability-to-viability-gender-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey has announced that the upcoming Women’s Development Bank will be a “strategic intervention” to close persistent financing gaps for women, enabling them to move from vulnerability to viable economic participation in Africa’s digital economy. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:39:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gender Inclusion Must Be Intentional — Gender Minister Pushes for Women&#45;Centred Digital Finance</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gender-inclusion-must-be-intentional-gender-minister-pushes-for-women-centred-digital-finance</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gender-inclusion-must-be-intentional-gender-minister-pushes-for-women-centred-digital-finance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has called for deliberate and targeted efforts to embed women’s needs into Africa’s digital and financial systems, stressing that “gender inclusion must be intentionally integrated” into policies, platforms and innovations shaping the continent’s economic future. Addressing participants at the 3i Africa […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:18:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Positioned to Lead Africa’s Digital Finance Leap – Ethel Cofie</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-positioned-to-lead-africas-digital-finance-leap-ethel-cofie</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-positioned-to-lead-africas-digital-finance-leap-ethel-cofie</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of edel Technology Consulting, Ethel Delali Cofie, has revealed that Ghana is well-positioned to lead Africa’s next phase of digital finance transformation, backed by strong infrastructure, a deep pool of technical talent and forward-looking leadership. Speaking as a panellist at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Madam Ethel Cofie […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:01:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Capital Follows Trust, Not Hype – Matilda Asante&#45;Asiedu Warns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/capital-follows-trust-not-hype-matilda-asante-asiedu-warns</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/capital-follows-trust-not-hype-matilda-asante-asiedu-warns</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s ability to attract long-term investment into its digital economy will depend less on innovation headlines and more on whether countries can build trusted, harmonised and interoperable financial systems, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana Matilda Asante-Asiedu has said. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Madam Asante-Asiedu stressed that while […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:55:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>USSD, Momo Agents and Interoperability Are Africa’s Real Financial Revolution – Matilda Asante&#45;Asiedu</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ussd-momo-agents-and-interoperability-are-africas-real-financial-revolution-matilda-asante-asiedu</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ussd-momo-agents-and-interoperability-are-africas-real-financial-revolution-matilda-asante-asiedu</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s financial inclusion progress has been driven not by high-end digital systems but by simple, accessible technologies such as USSD and mobile money platforms designed for everyday realities, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana Matilda Asante-Asiedu has said. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Madam Asante-Asiedu said Ghana’s financial inclusion […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:55:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Africa Must Build Skills and Systems, Not Just AI Hype – GFTN CEO Warns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-build-skills-and-systems-not-just-ai-hype-gftn-ceo-warns</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-build-skills-and-systems-not-just-ai-hype-gftn-ceo-warns</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa risks missing out on a multi-billion-dollar artificial intelligence opportunity unless it urgently strengthens digital skills, regulatory readiness and innovation infrastructure, CEO of GFTN Solutions Maha El Dimachki has cautioned. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Maha El Dimachki said Africa’s track record in financial innovation, particularly mobile money and agent banking, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:33:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Africa Must Integrate Instant Payments Now or Risk Losing Digital Gains – BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-integrate-instant-payments-now-or-risk-losing-digital-gains-bog</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-integrate-instant-payments-now-or-risk-losing-digital-gains-bog</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s rapid gains in financial inclusion could unravel unless countries urgently integrate fragmented payment systems into seamless, real-time networks, First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Zakari Mumuni, has cautioned. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Dr Mumuni described inclusive instant payments as the “next layer” of economic infrastructure required […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Develop Commercially Viable Financial Innovations – BoG To Industry Leaders</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/develop-commercially-viable-financial-innovations-bog-to-industry-leaders</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/develop-commercially-viable-financial-innovations-bog-to-industry-leaders</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has called on industry leaders and innovators to develop financial solutions that are not only commercially viable but also socially impactful and scalable across the African continent. The governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, said the continent’s financial ecosystem must produce innovations that generate real economic value […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 08:29:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Africa Must Fix Market Structures to Unlock Global Capital – 3i Summit Speakers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-fix-market-structures-to-unlock-global-capital-3i-summit-speakers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s push to attract long-term global investment will depend less on opportunity and more on fixing market structures, particularly liquidity, trust, and regulatory certainty, speakers at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 have said. Panellists at a session on “Building Functional Capital Markets: Global Investment, Liquidity, and Africa’s Path to Scale” warned that while investor interest […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 08:20:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Pushes Fintech Data Sharing to Expose Defaulters, Cut Lending Risks</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-pushes-fintech-data-sharing-to-expose-defaulters-cut-lending-risks</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana is urging fintech firms to break data silos and share borrower information, warning that failure to do so is enabling serial defaulters to exploit Ghana’s fast-growing digital lending space. The Director and Head of Financial Stability at the central bank, Dr Kwasi Osei-Yeboah, made the call during an exclusive interview on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:08:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Digital System Transformation Hinges on Integration, Not Fragmentation – IFC Director</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-digital-system-transformation-hinges-on-integration-not-fragmentation-ifc-director</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Divisional Director for West Africa (Gulf of Guinea) at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Nathalie Kouassi-Akon, has stated that Ghana’s digital system transformation risks stalling unless fragmented platforms are fully integrated into a seamless ecosystem, cautioning that interoperability, not innovation alone, will determine whether the country’s digital finance success translates into broad-based economic growth. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:29:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Reckless Borrowing Making Digital Loans Expensive — Shaibu Haruna</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/reckless-borrowing-making-digital-loans-expensive-shaibu-haruna</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Chief Executive Officer of Mobile Money Fintech Limited, Shaibu Haruna, has called for stronger transparency and responsible borrowing practices as digital lending rapidly expands across Ghana and Africa, warning that poor lending and repayment behaviour could increase borrowing costs for everyone. Speaking in an interview with journalists on the sidelines of the 3i Africa Summit […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 04:15:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Connected Ecosystem Driving Seamless Payments — GhIPPS MD</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/connected-ecosystem-driving-seamless-payments-ghipps-md</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Managing Director for Ghana Interbank Payment and Settlement Systems (Ghipps), Clara B. Arthur, has stated that Ghana’s interoperable payment infrastructure is now delivering effortless, real-time transactions across banks, mobile money platforms, and fintech services. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026, Clara B. Arthur emphasised that Ghana’s payment ecosystem has evolved into a fully […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:08:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Africa Must Move Beyond Access to Scale and Value in Digital Finance — BoG Governor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/africa-must-move-beyond-access-to-scale-and-value-in-digital-finance-bog-governor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Asiama, has called for a decisive shift in Africa’s digital finance agenda from expanding access to delivering real value at scale, warning that the continent’s next phase of growth will depend on stronger coordination, regulation, and innovation. Speaking at the 2026 3i Africa Summit at Makers House, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:25:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana to Partner Rwanda, Zambia and Others on Cross&#45;Border Digital Trade Systems — Opoku&#45;Agyemang</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-to-partner-rwanda-zambia-and-others-on-cross-border-digital-trade-systems-opoku-agyemang</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has announced that Ghana will collaborate with Rwanda, Zambia and other African countries to implement interoperable digital trade systems, marking a concrete step toward building a unified continental digital economy. Speaking on the theme ‘Shaping Africa’s Integrated Digital Economy’ at the 2026 3i Africa Summit at Makers House, the Vice […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 12:03:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN and MobileMoney Fintech Lead Conversations at 2026 3i Africa Summit</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-and-mobilemoney-fintech-lead-conversations-at-2026-3i-africa-summit</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MobileMoney Fintech LTD (MMFL) and MTN will play leading roles at the 2026 edition of the 3i Africa Summit, one of the continent’s foremost gatherings of fintech innovators, policymakers, regulators, and institutional investors. The summit will be held from May 6 to May 8, 2026, at the Destiny Arena in Accra, Ghana, under the theme […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:35:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kasapreko PLC Launches IPO to Raise Up to $54M on the Ghana Stock Exchange</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kasapreko-plc-launches-ipo-to-raise-up-to-54m-on-the-ghana-stock-exchange</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kasapreko PLC has announced plans to raise up to $54 million through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Ghana Stock Exchange, marking a major step in the company’s growth and expansion strategy. In a press release, the company disclosed that it is offering up to 583.3 million ordinary shares at a price of GH¢1.20 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:38:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Four PDS Officials Questioned Over Missing GH¢850m ECG Funds – AG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/four-pds-officials-questioned-over-missing-gh%25c2%25a2850m-ecg-funds-ag</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The spokesperson for the Office of the Attorney-General, Benjamin Alpha, has disclosed that four individuals linked to Power Distribution Services (PDS) are under investigation over the disappearance of about GH¢850 million belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The development follows an earlier announcement by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 02:34:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Elon Musk Settles SEC Case Over Twitter Disclosure Delay with $1.5M Penalty</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/elon-musk-settles-sec-case-over-twitter-disclosure-delay-with-1-5m-penalty</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Elon Musk has reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations that he delayed disclosing his initial stake in Twitter, now known as X, in 2022. Under the agreement, a trust in Musk’s name will pay a $1.5 million civil penalty without admitting wrongdoing. The settlement, filed in a Washington, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 02:27:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>IMF Urged To Come Clean On Bank of Ghana Losses</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/imf-urged-to-come-clean-on-bank-of-ghana-losses</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Economic think tank Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to come clean on the Bank of Ghana’s 2025 losses. The Bank of Ghana last week released its audited financial statements for 2025, and in it, the central bank registered a staggering loss of GHC 15.6 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 02:19:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Old Mutual Ghana Launches Legacy Transition Plan to Redefine Family Financial Protection</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/old-mutual-ghana-launches-legacy-transition-plan-to-redefine-family-financial-protection</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Old Mutual Ghana has announced the launch of the Legacy Transition Plan, a next-generation insurance product that goes beyond conventional funeral cover to give Ghanaian families a structured vehicle for financial protection and legacy planning. The new flagship product redefines funeral cover as comprehensive family financial planning, with inflation-proof benefits, extended family coverage, and no […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:11:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Inspires Future Innovators with Hands&#45;On Tech Immersion for 200 Students</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-inspires-future-innovators-with-hands-on-tech-immersion-for-200-students</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has hosted more than 200 students from various educational institutions in Accra for an engaging, hands-on technology immersion at MTN House, bringing classroom theory to life and fuelling interest in STEM and digital innovation. Students from Ashesi University, Ghana International School, Cradle Star Academy, and Kinderland School explored MTN Ghana’s rich history, core […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:01:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Samsung Family Pays Record $8bn Inheritance Tax</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/samsung-family-pays-record-8bn-inheritance-tax</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The family behind the South Korean corporate giant Samsung has completed its payment of a 12 trillion won (£6bn; $8bn) inheritance tax bill, the largest such settlement in the country’s history. Chairman Lee Jae-yong and other members of the family, including his mother, Hong Ra-hee, and sisters Lee Boo-jin and Lee Seo-hyun, paid the sum […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:38:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kofi Jumah Rushed To Korle Bu ICU, Yet To Meet GH¢55m Bail Conditions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kofi-jumah-rushed-to-korle-bu-icu-yet-to-meet-gh%25c2%25a255m-bail-conditions</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Chief Executive Officer of GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited, Maxwell Kofi Jumah, is yet to meet the conditions of a GH¢55 million bail granted by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), as he has reportedly been rushed to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. According to the New Patriotic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:21:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MultiChoice Faces Prosecution Over Alleged Market&#45;Sharing Deal with Decoder Supplier</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/multichoice-faces-prosecution-over-alleged-market-sharing-deal-with-decoder-supplier</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MultiChoice South Africa is at the centre of a major competition case after South Africa’s Competition Commission referred it to the Competition Tribunal for prosecution over an alleged anti-competitive agreement dating back to 2014. In its referral, the Commission accuses MultiChoice and Durban-based decoder manufacturer Altech UEC of entering into a market-division arrangement in February […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:15:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kasapreko PLC Announces GH¢700Million IPO On Ghana Stock Exchange</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kasapreko-plc-announces-gh%25c2%25a2700million-ipo-on-ghana-stock-exchange</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kasapreko PLC, the Ghanaian beverage manufacturer behind the iconic Alomo Bitters brand, has launched an initial public offering (IPO) of up to 583,333,333 ordinary shares at an offer price of GH¢1.20 per share, in a move that will see the company list on the main market of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE). The IPO, which […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:07:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Gold Gains Legitimate, Not Concealment Of Financial Distress — Majority</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-gold-gains-legitimate-not-concealment-of-financial-distress-majority</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Majority in Parliament has dismissed claims by the Minority that the Bank of Ghana sold a significant portion of its gold reserves to conceal financial distress, insisting instead that the central bank’s GH¢9.57 billion gain from gold transactions in 2025 reflects legitimate reserve management. The minority had argued that the Bank of Ghana (BoG) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:52:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Politicisation Of BoG Must Stop — Minority Warns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/politicisation-of-bog-must-stop-minority-warns</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The minority in Parliament has cautioned the Bank of Ghana against what it describes as the growing politicisation of the central bank, warning that such actions could undermine its operational independence and credibility. The concern follows an incident in Parliament where members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), including some non-MPs, held a press conference […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:46:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG’s Real Loss For 2025 Is GHC44bn, Not GHC15.6bn — Minority</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bogs-real-loss-for-2025-is-ghc44bn-not-ghc15-6bn-minority</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The minority in Parliament has disputed the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) GH¢15.6 billion operating loss for the 2025 financial year, even as they praised the central bank for the transparency of its public disclosure. The 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements reveal a deepening deficit, rising from GH¢9.48 billion in 2024. This represents the BoG’s […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:42:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>$690M Airtime Credit War: MTN Nigeria Defies Court Order as Telecoms Clash with Regulators</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/690m-airtime-credit-war-mtn-nigeria-defies-court-order-as-telecoms-clash-with-regulators</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Nigeria is at the centre of a growing regulatory and legal standoff in Nigeria after failing, alongside Airtel Nigeria and the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), to comply with a court order mandating the immediate restoration of digital credit services. A ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja on April 28, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:05:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kenya Takes on TikTok: State&#45;Backed UrbanTok Launches to Rewrite Creator Earnings</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kenya-takes-on-tiktok-state-backed-urbantok-launches-to-rewrite-creator-earnings</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ UrbanTok, Kenya’s newly launched short-video and livestreaming platform, is positioning itself as a homegrown alternative to TikTok, with a sharp focus on helping creators earn more from their content. Unveiled on April 30, 2026, at the Connected Africa Summit 2026 in Nairobi by Mzawadi Group, the platform has received backing from the Kenyan government, which […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 02:54:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Nigeria Delivers Record $944M Pre&#45;Tax Profit in Q1 2026 Momentum Surges</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-nigeria-delivers-record-944m-pre-tax-profit-in-q1-2026-momentum-surges</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-nigeria-delivers-record-944m-pre-tax-profit-in-q1-2026-momentum-surges</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Nigeria has posted a standout financial performance for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a pre-tax profit of approximately $944 million, marking a nearly 170% year-on-year increase and signalling strong growth momentum for the telecom giant. The company also recorded revenue of about $2.57 billion, its highest quarterly earnings in years, while after-tax profit […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 02:42:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>New Labour Bill Nears Completion – Mahama</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/new-labour-bill-nears-completion-mahama</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the government is close to finalising a new labour bill aimed at protecting workers in emerging sectors, including remote work, the gig economy and digital platforms. Speaking at the May Day celebrations on Friday, May 1, he said the proposed legislation seeks to align Ghana’s labour framework with […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:39:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Damang Mine Sells 100% Of First Gold Output To GoldBod</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/damang-mine-sells-100-of-first-gold-output-to-goldbod</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Damang Gold Mine Limited, owned by Ibrahim Mahama, has sold 100% of its first gold output to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), in a move aimed at boosting Ghana’s foreign reserves. The transaction, described as historic, saw about 110 kilogrammes of gold delivered to the Gold Board’s assay laboratory in Accra on Thursday, May 30, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:36:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>US Court Convicts Ghanaians and Nigerians Involved in $215 Million Global Email Fraud Network</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/us-court-convicts-ghanaians-and-nigerians-involved-in-215-million-global-email-fraud-network</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A US court has convicted 25 people over a massive international email fraud network linked to Nigeria-led fraud groups. More than 1,000 people were scammed out of $215 million. The scheme spanned 47 US states and 19 countries. According to the US Justice Department, Nigerians and Ghanaians are among those convicted. Investigators found that the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:08:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Foreign Affairs Ministry Warns Against Fake Immigration Stamps, Cites Arrests Of Ghanaians Abroad</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/foreign-affairs-ministry-warns-against-fake-immigration-stamps-cites-arrests-of-ghanaians-abroad</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has cautioned Ghanaians against engaging the services of individuals or intermediaries who offer falsified immigration stamps or travel endorsements to create fake travel histories in passports. In a statement issued on Friday, May 1, the Ministry warned that it has become aware of recent cases involving Ghanaian nationals abroad who […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Defends Policy Strength Despite GH¢15.63bn Loss</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-defends-policy-strength-despite-gh%25c2%25a215-63bn-loss</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) says it remains financially capable of executing monetary policy even after posting a GH¢15.63 billion accounting loss for the 2025 financial year. This impairment, up from GH¢9.49 billion in 2024, has also pushed the bank’s total negative equity to GH¢93.82 billion. However, the Board maintains that the institution is still […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ministry of Communications Opens Online Registration for One Million Coders Programme</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ministry-of-communications-opens-online-registration-for-one-million-coders-programme</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations has opened registration for the One Million Coders Programme, a major national initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s digital skills landscape and preparing citizens for the fast-evolving technology-driven economy. In a social media post, the ministry announced that registration is currently ongoing and encouraged interested applicants to secure […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:24:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>More Than 55 Million Smartphones Power HarmonyOS</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/more-than-55-million-smartphones-power-harmonyos</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ More than 55 million smartphones are now running HarmonyOS, marking a significant milestone in China’s push to build a self-reliant technology ecosystem and reduce dependence on foreign software platforms. The figure, disclosed by Ke Jixin at a press conference, highlights the rapid adoption of the operating system developed by Huawei Technologies. It also underscores growing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:13:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AI Will Not Replace Jobs; It Will Redefine Them – MTN Ghana Chief Information Officer</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ai-will-not-replace-jobs-it-will-redefine-them-mtn-ghana-chief-information-officer</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ai-will-not-replace-jobs-it-will-redefine-them-mtn-ghana-chief-information-officer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Information Officer of MTN Ghana, Bernard Acquah, has delivered a strong message on the future of work under artificial intelligence, insisting that AI will not replace humans but rather enhance their capabilities and redefine jobs. Speaking to technology leaders and industry experts at the 4th Annual CTIO Roundtable Africa 2026, held at the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Electrochem Urges MIIF to Stay the Course as Songhor Lagoon Investment Nears Payoff</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/electrochem-urges-miif-to-stay-the-course-as-songhor-lagoon-investment-nears-payoff</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/electrochem-urges-miif-to-stay-the-course-as-songhor-lagoon-investment-nears-payoff</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Indigenous salt mining giant Electrochem Ghana Limited has called on the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) to remain committed to their partnership, insisting that the long-term promise of its multi-million-dollar investment in the Songhor Lagoon is steadily materialising despite earlier challenges. In a statement highlighting the progress and future potential of the project, the company […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:57:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AI to Reshape Over 40% of Global Jobs&#45; MTN’s Angela Mensah&#45;Poku</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ai-to-reshape-over-40-of-global-jobs-mtns-angela-mensah-poku</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to impact more than 40 percent of jobs worldwide, fundamentally reshaping industries and transforming economies, the Chief Enterprise Officer of MTN Group, Angela Mensah-Poku, has cautioned. Speaking at the 4th Annual CTIO Roundtable Africa at the Labadi Beach Hotel, Mensah-Poku cited estimates from the International Monetary Fund indicating that AI […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:46:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AI Will Reshape Africa’s Future—Act Now or Be Left Behind, MTN’s Angela Mensah&#45;Poku Warns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ai-will-reshape-africas-future-act-now-or-be-left-behind-mtns-angela-mensah-poku-warns</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Enterprise Officer of MTN Group, Angela Mensah-Poku, has called on business and technology leaders to take bold steps in harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to drive inclusion, sustainability, and economic transformation across Africa. Speaking at the 4th Annual CTIO Roundtable Africa held at the Labadi Beach Hotel, she underscored the urgency of embracing innovation, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:34:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Foundation Opens Application for 2026 Bright Scholarship</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-foundation-opens-application-for-2026-bright-scholarship</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The MTN Ghana Foundation has officially opened applications for its Bright Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year. The Bright Scholarship aims to ease the financial burden on students by covering the cost of tuition, accommodation and essential learning resources, helping to eliminate barriers to academic achievement and fostering the emergence of future leaders and innovators. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:54:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Hosts Masterclass to Promote Wealth Creation and Holistic Well&#45;being</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-hosts-masterclass-to-promote-wealth-creation-and-holistic-well-being</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has organised a knowledge-driven masterclass series in Accra, aimed at equipping customers with practical tools for sustainable living, financial independence, and long-term success. The initiative brought together industry experts, health professionals, and business leaders and forms part of the company’s broader strategy to go beyond connectivity by delivering meaningful value that supports customers’ […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:25:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTNGH Hits New High 0f GH¢6.59 As GCB Bank Records GH¢2.71 Gain</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtngh-hits-new-high-0f-gh%25c2%25a26-59-as-gcb-bank-records-gh%25c2%25a22-71-gain</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtngh-hits-new-high-0f-gh%25c2%25a26-59-as-gcb-bank-records-gh%25c2%25a22-71-gain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) closed the penultimate session of the week on a strong note, with the GSE Composite Index adding another 172.12 points to reach 14,934.57. That marks the fourth consecutive session of gains, pushing the year-to-date return past 70 per cent. Market capitalisation also climbed further, rising from GH¢278.31 billion on Wednesday […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:22:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Pushes Ghana–Zambia Tech Collaboration to Drive Digital Growth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-pushes-ghana-zambia-tech-collaboration-to-drive-digital-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Deputy Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Mr Suleman Salifu, has underscored the need for stronger collaboration between Ghanaian and Zambian technology ecosystems to accelerate digital transformation, innovation, and investment across both countries. Speaking during a high-level bilateral meeting between Ghana’s and Zambia’s communication and technology sector ministries at the NCA Tower in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:55:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>‘We Don’t Steal Data’ – MTN Ghana CEO Addresses Public Concerns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/we-dont-steal-data-mtn-ghana-ceo-addresses-public-concerns</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, has firmly dismissed allegations that the telecom operator is involved in the theft or manipulation of customers’ data amid growing public concern over the rapid depletion of data bundles. His comments come in response to increasing complaints from subscribers who say their data bundles are disappearing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:12:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Over 150 MTN Sites Affected by Fibre Cuts — Stephen Blewett</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/over-150-mtn-sites-affected-by-fibre-cuts-stephen-blewett</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, has identified persistent fibre cuts as a major operational challenge significantly affecting service delivery and customer experience across the country. According to Mr Blewett, the scale of the disruptions is substantial, with approximately 157 network sites recently impacted due to fibre damage. He noted that these […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:55:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Drivers With Fake, Expired DV Plates To Be Arrested From May 4 – DVLA</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/drivers-with-fake-expired-dv-plates-to-be-arrested-from-may-4-dvla</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/drivers-with-fake-expired-dv-plates-to-be-arrested-from-may-4-dvla</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that it will begin the arrest and prosecution of individuals using fake, forged or expired DV plates and DP stickers from May 4, 2026. In a statement issued on Friday, April 17, the Authority said the move forms part of efforts to strengthen regulatory compliance, protect […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:44:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MWC26 Kigali Expands Africa’s Digital Frontiers with New Summits, AI Agenda and Inaugural GLOMOs Africa Awards</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mwc26-kigali-expands-africas-digital-frontiers-with-new-summits-ai-agenda-and-inaugural-glomos-africa-awards</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The GSMA has revealed new updates for MWC26 Kigali, Africa’s most influential connectivity event, including the arrival of new industry summits and the first-ever GLOMOs Africa awards. In partnership with the Ministry of ICT &amp; Innovation of Rwanda, MWC Kigali will return to the Kigali Convention Centre between 16 and 18 June 2026, where Africa’s […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:57:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gabon’s Petroleum and Gas Minister Leads Aggressive Global Push as Upstream Investment Momentum Accelerates</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gabons-petroleum-and-gas-minister-leads-aggressive-global-push-as-upstream-investment-momentum-accelerates</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gabons-petroleum-and-gas-minister-leads-aggressive-global-push-as-upstream-investment-momentum-accelerates</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Gabon is emerging as one of Africa’s most active upstream investment destinations, offering opportunities across frontier deepwater exploration, recent discoveries and ongoing production drilling. Clotaire Kondja, Minister of Petroleum and Gas, will represent Gabon’s investment agenda at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris on April 22–23, as the country positions itself as […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:14:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Shell Executive Eugene Okpere to Spotlight Deepwater Strategy at Angola Oil &amp;amp; Gas 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/shell-executive-eugene-okpere-to-spotlight-deepwater-strategy-at-angola-oil-gas-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/shell-executive-eugene-okpere-to-spotlight-deepwater-strategy-at-angola-oil-gas-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Eugene Okpere, Executive Vice President, Exploration, Strategy &amp; Portfolio for Integrated Gas &amp; Upstream at Shell, will speak at the Angola Oil &amp; Gas (AOG) 2026 Conference and Exhibition – taking place this September in Luanda. Okpere’s participation follows Shell’s return to the market in 2025 and subsequent exploration agreement covering three deepwater blocks, a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:07:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ATC Ghana Wins International Arbitration Against Airtel Ghana Over Tower Debt</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/atc-ghana-wins-international-arbitration-against-airtel-ghana-over-tower-debt</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leading independent tower company in the country, American Tower Corporation (ATC) Ghana, has prevailed in an international arbitration against the state-owned Airtel Ghana over unpaid fees for telecommunications tower services, according to sources close to the matter. This brings a formal closure to a contractual dispute that has shadowed Ghana’s telecoms sector for several years. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 02:03:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Appoints Richard Acheampong As Chief Home Officer</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-appoints-richard-acheampong-as-chief-home-officer</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-appoints-richard-acheampong-as-chief-home-officer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has announced the appointment of Richard Acheampong as Chief Home Officer, effective 1 November 2025. The appointment reflects MTN Ghana’s continued focus on strengthening and accelerating growth in the home broadband and digital services segment, as demand for reliable, high-speed connectivity continues to rise across the country. Richard brings over two decades of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ishmael Yamson &amp;amp; Associates to Host Business Roundtable 2026 in Accra</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ishmael-yamson-associates-to-host-business-roundtable-2026-in-accra</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ishmael-yamson-associates-to-host-business-roundtable-2026-in-accra</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ishmael Yamson &amp; Associates is set to convene the twelfth edition of its flagship Business Roundtable on May 28, 2026, at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, in what promises to be one of the most significant corporate and policy dialogue events on the continent. This year’s edition marks a major shift in scope, expanding beyond Ghana’s […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:11:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Scrap BOST Margins To Ease Consumer Burden – CEMSE to gov’t</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/scrap-bost-margins-to-ease-consumer-burden-cemse-to-govt</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/scrap-bost-margins-to-ease-consumer-burden-cemse-to-govt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy (CEMSE) is calling for the immediate removal of margins allocated to the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) in the petroleum price build-up, as the government considers measures to reduce ex-pump fuel prices. CEMSE argued that BOST now operates as a fully commercial entity and generates […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Misses Treasury Bill Target by Nearly 30% as Investor Confidence Wavers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-misses-treasury-bill-target-by-nearly-30-as-investor-confidence-wavers</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-misses-treasury-bill-target-by-nearly-30-as-investor-confidence-wavers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Government of Ghana has suffered a major setback in its short-term borrowing efforts after falling significantly short of its Treasury bill target, raising fresh concerns about investor confidence and the country’s financing strategy. Results from the latest auction released by the Bank of Ghana show that the government failed to meet its GH¢7.57 billion […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:58:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Government Distributes Laptops to Kickstart Nationwide One Million Coders Programme (OMCP).</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/government-distributes-laptops-to-kickstart-nationwide-one-million-coders-programme-omcp</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has distributed laptops to institutions and centres to support the nationwide rollout of the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP) on the 10th of April, 2026, a major initiative aimed at equipping young Ghanaians with coding and digital skills for employment opportunities in the global digital economy. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:38:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GSA, Fanaka Offer Tuition&#45;Free Scholarships for Supply Chain Degree Programme</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gsa-fanaka-offer-tuition-free-scholarships-for-supply-chain-degree-programme</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gsa-fanaka-offer-tuition-free-scholarships-for-supply-chain-degree-programme</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Scholarships Authority (GSA), in partnership with Fanaka International University College (FIUC), has announced sponsorship opportunities for students seeking to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management for the May 2026 intake. Under the arrangement, all qualified and admitted applicants will enjoy tuition-free studies for their first year. Students […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:54:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>$434m In Oil Revenue Allocated To Big Push Programme — PIAC</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/434m-in-oil-revenue-allocated-to-big-push-programme-piac</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/434m-in-oil-revenue-allocated-to-big-push-programme-piac</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chairman of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Richard Ellimah, has disclosed that US$434.55 million of Ghana’s petroleum revenue has been allocated through the Annual Budget Funding Amount (ABFA) to support the government’s “Big Push” programme. He made this known during the launch of the 2025 PIAC Annual Report in Accra on Wednesday, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:32:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors Urges Caution Amidst Ongoing Petroleum Developments</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-chamber-of-bulk-oil-distributors-urges-caution-amidst-ongoing-petroleum-developments</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-chamber-of-bulk-oil-distributors-urges-caution-amidst-ongoing-petroleum-developments</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors has taken note of recent developments involving actions of the office of the Special Prosecutor within the petroleum sector and urged caution. As the umbrella body representing bulk oil distributors (BDCs), the petroleum terminals and refineries, the Chamber wishes to clarify that matters relating to petroleum taxes, as currently […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:03:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Economy Grows 7.5% In January</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-economy-grows-7-5-in-january</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s economy expanded by 7.5% in January 2026, according to the Ghana Statistical Service, pointing to sustained growth at the start of the year, although at a slower pace than the 8.2% recorded in January 2025. The latest Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) data shows the services sector as the clear driver of activity, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:16:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OSP Names Five Companies In Petroleum Import Irregularities Probe</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/osp-names-five-companies-in-petroleum-import-irregularities-probe</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has carried out a high-profile, court-approved raid on five fuel depots and their associated Bulk Distribution Company (BDC) facilities, signalling a decisive move against suspected petroleum import irregularities in Ghana. According to the OSP, the coordinated searches form part of an ongoing probe into alleged under-declaration of petroleum […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:26:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>IY&amp;amp;A Launches ‘Applied AI Advantage’ Series to Equip Executives for Real&#45;World AI Decisions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/iya-launches-applied-ai-advantage-series-to-equip-executives-for-real-world-ai-decisions</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/iya-launches-applied-ai-advantage-series-to-equip-executives-for-real-world-ai-decisions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ IY&amp;A has announced the launch of its Executive Lunch &amp; Learn Series: ‘Applied AI Advantage’, a weekly leadership forum designed to help boards and senior executives convert artificial intelligence from abstract interest into practical, governance-ready business decisions. The series addresses a growing challenge facing organisations globally: while artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming productivity, decision-making, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:13:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>New Google Feature Lets You Fix Your Old Email Address Without Losing Data</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/new-google-feature-lets-you-fix-your-old-email-address-without-losing-data</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/new-google-feature-lets-you-fix-your-old-email-address-without-losing-data</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Google has introduced a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their Gmail address names, marking a major shift in how people manage their digital identities after more than two decades of the platform’s existence. The update enables users to modify the portion of their email address that appears before “@gmail.com”, offering a level of flexibility […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:56:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>59 Ghanaian Onion Trucks Locked In Nigeria Amid Trade Dispute</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/59-ghanaian-onion-trucks-locked-in-nigeria-amid-trade-dispute</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A total of 59 onion trucks belonging to Ghanaian traders have reportedly been locked up in Nigeria, preventing their return to Ghana amid an escalating trade dispute. The development follows recent tensions at the Adjen Kotoku Market in Accra, where local traders allegedly blocked Nigerian sellers from offloading 16 trucks of onions. Chairman of the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:00:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG: Inflation, Cedi Stabilised At High Cost</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-inflation-cedi-stabilised-at-high-cost</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has highlighted the high cost of maintaining macroeconomic stability despite improved economic indicators, raising concerns over the burden of monetary tightening on the central bank and its impact on credit and business growth. According to him, Ghana’s economic recovery in 2025, marked by easing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:46:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Burkina Faso Lifts Tomato Export Ban</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/burkina-faso-lifts-tomato-export-ban</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has welcomed the decision by Burkina Faso to lift its suspension on fresh tomato exports, a move expected to ease supply pressures and stabilise local markets.emphasised The ban on export of tomatoes from Burkina Faso was announced on March 19 by the Bukinabé authorities, a development that deepens supply challenges in Ghana. “This development […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:44:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AI System at Ghana Ports Must Comply With Legal Standards – Afenyo&#45;Markin</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ai-system-at-ghana-ports-must-comply-with-legal-standards-afenyo-markin</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ai-system-at-ghana-ports-must-comply-with-legal-standards-afenyo-markin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called for strict safeguards in the deployment of artificial intelligence systems at Ghana’s ports, stressing the need for legal, technical and procedural standards to guide their use. According to him, AI-driven systems used in customs operations must operate within a rational duty framework, undergo independent validation and be supported by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:39:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>We Want To Produce Digitally Competent Graduates&#45; UG Vice Chancellor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/we-want-to-produce-digitally-competent-graduates-ug-vice-chancellor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing digitally competent graduates, as she commended Ecobank Ghana for fulfilling its pledge to donate 300 laptops under the “One Student, One Laptop” (1S1L) initiative. Speaking at the presentation of the final batch of laptops at Legon, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:22:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>UG Eyes Laptop Assembly Plant as Ecobank’s 300&#45;Device Donation Powers Student Access</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ug-eyes-laptop-assembly-plant-as-ecobanks-300-device-donation-powers-student-access</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ug-eyes-laptop-assembly-plant-as-ecobanks-300-device-donation-powers-student-access</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The University of Ghana is considering plans to establish a laptop assembly plant to expand access to affordable devices for students, as its flagship “One Student, One Laptop” (1S1L) initiative continues to gain momentum. Chairman of the 1S1L Committee, Prof. Peter Quartey, disclosed this during the presentation of the final batch of 100 laptops donated […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:15:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ecobank Delivers Final 100 Laptops to UG, Completes 300&#45;Device Pledge to Boost Digital Learning</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ecobank-delivers-final-100-laptops-to-ug-completes-300-device-pledge-to-boost-digital-learning</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ecobank-delivers-final-100-laptops-to-ug-completes-300-device-pledge-to-boost-digital-learning</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ecobank Ghana has fulfilled its commitment to the University of Ghana’s flagship “One Student, One Laptop” (1S1L) initiative with the donation of a final batch of 100 laptops, bringing its total contribution to 300 devices over three years. Speaking at the presentation ceremony on the Legon campus, Managing Director of Ecobank Ghana Abena Osei-Poku described […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:05:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>One Firm Awarded A Big Push Sole&#45;Sourced Contract Was Created In January 2025 – Sulemana Braimah</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/one-firm-awarded-a-big-push-sole-sourced-contract-was-created-in-january-2025-sulemana-braimah</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/one-firm-awarded-a-big-push-sole-sourced-contract-was-created-in-january-2025-sulemana-braimah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), Sulemana Braimah, has revealed that some companies awarded sole-sourced contracts under the government’s Big Push infrastructure programme were only recently established. Mr Braimah disclosed it to JoyNews Newsfile on Saturday, 28 March. Highlighting concerns over procurement practices, he said, “One of the firms awarded sole-sourced […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:32:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Makes Board Changes</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-makes-board-changes</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Group and MTN South Africa announced several board changes on Friday, 27 March 2026, including multiple new members and retirements. MTN Group chairman Mcebisi Jonas said the changes were part of the group’s comprehensive succession planning to ensure delivery against its evolved ambition 2030 strategy. “They also reflect ongoing efforts to strengthen governance, expertise […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:26:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Is Set To Issue A 7&#45;Year Cedi Bond On March 30, first Since 2022</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-is-set-to-issue-a-7-year-cedi-bond-on-march-30-first-since-2022</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-is-set-to-issue-a-7-year-cedi-bond-on-march-30-first-since-2022</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government is set to issue a 7-year cedi-denominated bond on March 30, 2026. It’s also hoping to carry out initial pricing guidance as well as opening the book-building on that same day. The disclosure was captured in an issuance announcement document picked by JOYBUSINESS from one of the financial institutions facilitating the offer. This is the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:16:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Panic Selling Sweeps GSE: Market Cap Sheds GH¢44billion In Two Days</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/panic-selling-sweeps-gse-market-cap-sheds-gh%25c2%25a244billion-in-two-days</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/panic-selling-sweeps-gse-market-cap-sheds-gh%25c2%25a244billion-in-two-days</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Stock Exchange suffered its second consecutive day of steep decline on Thursday, with the GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) shedding an additional 884.49 points to close at 13,556.32, as panic selling swept across the bourse. Trading data for the 7,179th session, held on March 26, 2026, revealed a market in free fall, with the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:03:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Unveils New Cyber Directive with 6 Pillars to Shield Financial Sector from Rising Digital Threats</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-unveils-new-cyber-directive-with-6-pillars-to-shield-financial-sector-from-rising-digital-threats</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-unveils-new-cyber-directive-with-6-pillars-to-shield-financial-sector-from-rising-digital-threats</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced six strategic pillars forming the backbone of its revised Cyber and Information Security Directive (CISD 2026). This is to ensure a safer and more resilient digital financial sector. At the launch, Governor Dr Johnson Asiama said that the framework is not just regulatory guidance but a commitment to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:20:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Karpowership Rescinds Decision To Shutdown Over $400m Debt</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/karpowership-rescinds-decision-to-shutdown-over-400m-debt</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/karpowership-rescinds-decision-to-shutdown-over-400m-debt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has averted a potential power disruption after Karpowership suspended plans to shut down its operations in May, following successful negotiations with the government over a $400 million debt. The agreement secures the continued supply of about 450 megawatts of electricity to the national grid, easing immediate concerns over power stability. Energy and Green Transition […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:04:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sierra Leone Targets Oil Boom as It Joins African Energy Week 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sierra-leone-targets-oil-boom-as-it-joins-african-energy-week-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sierra-leone-targets-oil-boom-as-it-joins-african-energy-week-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone (PDSL) has joined African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 scheduled to take place in Cape Town from October 12–16 – as a strategic partner. The Directorate will be positioned to leverage the event to highlight its open acreage, competitive fiscal framework and upstream integration plans to international investors, signalling Sierra […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:53:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Backs Phased, Digital SIM Re&#45;registration Drive</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-backs-phased-digital-sim-re-registration-drive</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s leading telecom operator, MTN Ghana, is backing a phased, digitally coordinated SIM re-registration exercise as the government prepares for a fresh rollout aimed at strengthening national security and subscriber protection. MTN Ghana Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Blewett, said the company is fully aligned with the government’s objectives and is working closely with regulators to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:14:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Wage Bill Consumes 44% Of Tax Revenue; Gov’t Borrows GH¢17bn To Pay Salaries — Finance Minister Reveals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/wage-bill-consumes-44-of-tax-revenue-govt-borrows-gh%25c2%25a217bn-to-pay-salaries-finance-minister-reveals</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/wage-bill-consumes-44-of-tax-revenue-govt-borrows-gh%25c2%25a217bn-to-pay-salaries-finance-minister-reveals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The country spent 44.8 per cent of its non-oil tax revenue on public sector wages in 2025, significantly exceeding the ECOWAS-recommended threshold of 35 per cent. The minister of finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who disclosed during a government-organised labour dialogue, said the picture underscored a severe fiscal constraint facing the country. In a presentation […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:01:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GTVETS Resumes Work As PSWU Strike Is Called Off</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gtvets-resumes-work-as-pswu-strike-is-called-off</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana TVET Service (GTVETS) has announced the end of the industrial action by members of the Local Public Services Workers Union (PSWU), with staff returning to their posts and normal operations fully restored across all TVET institutions and offices nationwide. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 24, GTVETS stated that the strike did […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:36:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kenya Airways Posts $138m Pre&#45;Tax Loss n 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kenya-airways-posts-138m-pre-tax-loss-n-2025</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kenya Airways on Tuesday reported a pre-tax loss of $138.30 million in 2025 on lower revenue and said ​it aimed to boost performance by adding an extra aircraft to ​its London Heathrow route in July. The result is a setback for one of Africa’s leading airlines, which made its first pre-tax profit in more than a decade in 2024. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:16:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Philippines Declares Energy Emergency Over Iran Conflict</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/philippines-declares-energy-emergency-over-iran-conflict</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Philippines has become the first country in the world to declare a state of national energy emergency in response to the war in Iran. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr said he had signed an executive order to safeguard energy security, citing the “imminent danger posed upon the availability and stability” of the country’s energy supply. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:13:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OSP Drops Charges Against Two in NPA ‘GH¢291m Extortion’ Case</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A major development has unfolded at Criminal Court Three of the Accra High Court, as the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has dropped all charges against two accused persons in the ongoing alleged extortion case linked to the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mustapha Abdul-Hamid. The fourth and fifth accused […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:10:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sam George: SIM Re&#45;registration Will Come At No Cost To Taxpayers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sam-george-sim-re-registration-will-come-at-no-cost-to-taxpayers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has assured that the planned SIM card re-registration exercise will not impose any financial burden on taxpayers. His comments come amid ongoing discussions about the government’s intention to undertake a new SIM card re-registration process. Speaking in an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 03:07:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>3i Africa Summit 2026: Ghana Leads Charge for Africa’s Integrated FinTech Future</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/3i-africa-summit-2026-ghana-leads-charge-for-africas-integrated-fintech-future</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/3i-africa-summit-2026-ghana-leads-charge-for-africas-integrated-fintech-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana has positioned the nation at the forefront of Africa’s rapidly evolving financial technology landscape with the official launch of the 3i Africa Summit 2026. Governor Dr Johnson Asiama, delivering the keynote at the press launch, highlighted the critical role of innovation, investment, and impact in shaping a truly integrated and inclusive […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:57:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>3i Africa Summit 2026: Ghana Positions Fintech at the Heart of Digital Transformation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/3i-africa-summit-2026-ghana-positions-fintech-at-the-heart-of-digital-transformation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/3i-africa-summit-2026-ghana-positions-fintech-at-the-heart-of-digital-transformation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minister for communication, digital technology and innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to building an inclusive, innovation-driven digital economy, with financial technology (fintech) playing a central role in the country’s economic transformation agenda. Speaking at the press launch of the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, the minister praised the Bank […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:56:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Marriott, Ethiopian Airlines Strike Deal to Boost Travel Rewards Across Africa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/marriott-ethiopian-airlines-strike-deal-to-boost-travel-rewards-across-africa</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/marriott-ethiopian-airlines-strike-deal-to-boost-travel-rewards-across-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Marriott International, an award-winning travel programme, and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a Star Alliance member, today announced a partnership that gives travellers more opportunities to earn and redeem points and miles across both hotel stays and flights. Starting today, eligible members of Marriott Bonvoy and ShebaMiles, Ethiopian Airlines’ loyalty programme, can convert ShebaMiles […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:29:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Advans Ghana Introduces ‘Restart Loan’ To Support Businesses Hit By Floods, Fires</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/advans-ghana-introduces-restart-loan-to-support-businesses-hit-by-floods-fires</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/advans-ghana-introduces-restart-loan-to-support-businesses-hit-by-floods-fires</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As floods, fires, and extreme weather events continue to batter small businesses across Ghana, Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has introduced a new financial lifeline aimed at helping affected enterprises rebuild and recover quickly. The facility, dubbed the “Restart Loan”, is specifically designed to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) hit by climate-related shocks […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:42:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>World Bank Deepens Ghana Partnership After MD Visit Focused On Jobs And Growth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/world-bank-deepens-ghana-partnership-after-md-visit-focused-on-jobs-and-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The World Bank Group’s managing director and chief knowledge officer, Paschal Donohoe, has concluded a three-day official visit to Ghana, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to supporting the country’s economic recovery, job creation, and long-term development. The visit, Mr Donohoe’s first official mission to Africa since his appointment in November 2025, took place from March 15 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:25:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mobile Money Hits $2 Trillion Milestone as Global Adoption Surges</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mobile-money-hits-2-trillion-milestone-as-global-adoption-surges</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mobile money transactions worldwide exceeded $2 trillion in 2025, marking a major milestone in the evolution of digital financial services, according to the State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2026 by the GSMA. The figure underscores the rapid expansion of the sector, which took 20 years to reach $1 trillion in annual transaction […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:16:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Global Mobile Phone Use Surges Toward 7.5 Billion as Smartphones Dominate Digital Access</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/global-mobile-phone-use-surges-toward-7-5-billion-as-smartphones-dominate-digital-access</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The global digital landscape is increasingly being shaped by mobile phone users, with new research projecting that smartphone users will reach 7.52 billion worldwide by early 2026, reinforcing the device’s dominance as the primary gateway to the internet. Smartphones now account for nearly 90 per cent of all mobile phones globally, with more than 7.2 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:58:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DVLA, Police Launch Nationwide Crackdown on Illegal DV Plates</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dvla-police-launch-nationwide-crackdown-on-illegal-dv-plates</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department of the Ghana Police Service, will begin a nationwide crackdown on vehicles using 2025 DV plates and expired DP stickers from Tuesday, March 24, 2026. In a public notice, the DVLA said the use of 2025 DV plates and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:04:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Tomato Crisis Exposes ‘Policy Failure’ — FABAG Slams Govt Over Import Dependence</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tomato-crisis-exposes-policy-failure-fabag-slams-govt-over-import-dependence</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Food and Beverages Association Ghana (FABAG) has expressed strong concern over the ongoing tomato supply crisis, following Burkina Faso’s ban on tomato exports to Ghana. In a press release, FABAG described the situation as a clear indication of weaknesses, poor planning, and policy failures within Ghana’s agricultural sector. The association said Ghana’s continued reliance […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:54:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>You Cannot Run An Economy Without Crisis – Terkper</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/you-cannot-run-an-economy-without-crisis-terkper</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Finance Minister Seth Terkper has cautioned that economic crises are inevitable, urging Ghana to strengthen its buffers to withstand external shocks. He noted that global markets operate in cycles, making it unrealistic for any economy to function for long without experiencing some form of disruption. His comments come amid growing concerns that rising tensions […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:45:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Despite Price Cut, Ghana Cocoa Buyers Lack Funds To Buy Beans From Farmers, Sources Say</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/despite-price-cut-ghana-cocoa-buyers-lack-funds-to-buy-beans-from-farmers-sources-say</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/despite-price-cut-ghana-cocoa-buyers-lack-funds-to-buy-beans-from-farmers-sources-say</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s licensed cocoa buyers lack the funds to buy beans from farmers despite the government’s recent move to slash the fixed price it sets for the chocolate ​ingredient, sources at the firms told Reuters. The government cut the fixed farmer price by almost 30% earlier this month, but the new price of 41,392 cedis ($3,797) per metric tonne […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:57:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana scores 75.5 On Fitch Digital Readiness Index</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-scores-75-5-on-fitch-digital-readiness-index</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has achieved a 75.5 rating on Fitch Solutions’ 2026 Digital Readiness Risk Index (DRRI), placing the country among Africa’s emerging digital economies while highlighting the need for sustained investment to unlock its full potential. The score positions Ghana alongside larger regional markets, including Nigeria (74.4) and Kenya (72.4), signalling the nation’s competitiveness within the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:20:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Same PIN, Different Photos: NCA Exposes Ghana Card Anomalies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/same-pin-different-photos-nca-exposes-ghana-card-anomalies</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Rev. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has raised serious concerns over irregularities in Ghana’s national identity database, revealing cases of duplicate Ghana Card records with conflicting biometric details. According to him, some records captured during previous verification exercises showed identical names, dates of birth and Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 21:04:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Signage Works At Accra International Airport Fully Completed</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/signage-works-at-accra-international-airport-fully-completed</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Airports Company Limited has confirmed the successful completion of signage installation at Accra International Airport, following initial delays earlier in the week. According to airport authorities, the works were finalised in the early hours of Saturday, March 21, 2026, after overnight maintenance operations designed to minimise disruption to passengers and airport activities. Officials […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:40:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghanaians Should Brace For Fuel Price Hikes – Kwadwo Nsafoah</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanaians-should-brace-for-fuel-price-hikes-kwadwo-nsafoah</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Energy analyst and New Patriotic Party (NPP) member Kwadwo Poku Nsafoah has warned that Ghanaians should brace for increases in fuel prices over the next few pricing windows, citing damage to critical oil infrastructure as a major factor. Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, March 21, Mr Nsafoah said that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:13:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>“Fuel Taxes Must Go” – COPEC Urges Govt to Ease Burden as Prices Soar</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fuel-taxes-must-go-copec-urges-govt-to-ease-burden-as-prices-soar</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has reiterated calls for government to reconsider the numerous taxes imposed on petroleum products, stressing that the appeal is made in good faith and without malice. Speaking on the GHC1 fuel levy in an interview on Citi FM’s The Big Issue on Saturday, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Awards Grants To 475 Beneficiaries Under Adwumawura Programme</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-awards-grants-to-475-beneficiaries-under-adwumawura-programme</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has presided over the award of grants to 475 beneficiaries under the Adwumawura Programme, reinforcing the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and entrepreneurship development. The ceremony, held on Thursday, March 19, marks a significant step in efforts to support young entrepreneurs with the financial resources and skills needed to build and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:50:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Chief Imam Praises MTN, MoMo for GH¢200K Sallah Support</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/chief-imam-praises-mtn-momo-for-gh%25c2%25a2200k-sallah-support</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/chief-imam-praises-mtn-momo-for-gh%25c2%25a2200k-sallah-support</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam, extended his appreciation to MTN Ghana and MobileMoney Ltd for their unwavering commitment to supporting the Muslim community over the past two decades. Speaking to representatives from MTN and MobileMoney LTD at the donation event, he acknowledged their generous contribution of cash, food items and airtime worth […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 17:23:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Agribusiness Chamber Demands Urgent Tomato Emergency Plan</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/agribusiness-chamber-demands-urgent-tomato-emergency-plan</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/agribusiness-chamber-demands-urgent-tomato-emergency-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has called for the immediate implementation of a National Tomato Emergency Strategy following Burkina Faso’s decision to ban the export of fresh tomatoes. In a statement issued on March 20, 2026, the Chamber described the ban as a major structural shock to Ghana’s food supply system, noting that the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:24:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ewoyaa Residents Demand Swift Compensation After Lithium Deal Approval</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ewoyaa-residents-demand-swift-compensation-after-lithium-deal-approval</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ewoyaa-residents-demand-swift-compensation-after-lithium-deal-approval</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Residents of Ewoyaa in the Mfantseman Municipality of the Central Region are calling for compensation to be paid within two months following Parliament’s ratification of the lithium mining agreement. The residents, particularly those whose properties have been affected by the project, say that while they are pleased with the approval of the deal, their immediate […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:48:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SIM Registration: “If You Cannot Praise Me Don’t Tarnish My Record” – Ursula</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sim-registration-if-you-cannot-praise-me-dont-tarnish-my-record-ursula</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sim-registration-if-you-cannot-praise-me-dont-tarnish-my-record-ursula</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Former Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has pushed back against what she describes as false narratives and attempts to misrepresent her role in the 2022–2023 SIM card registration exercise. In a statement issued on March 20, 2026, she maintained that although the exercise was not without challenges, it delivered significant structural progress, including […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:26:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama: Previous SIM Registration Was Flawed</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-previous-sim-registration-was-flawed</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has defended plans for a new SIM card re-registration exercise, describing the previous process as ineffective and lacking credibility. Speaking during the Resetting Ghana tour in Sunyani in the Bono Region on Thursday, March 19, the president said the earlier registration exercise failed to deliver meaningful results despite the challenges it […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 17:01:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>No Rift with Attafuah, SIM Registration Was Successful – Ursula Owusu&#45;Ekuful</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/no-rift-with-attafuah-sim-registration-was-successful-ursula-owusu-ekuful</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/no-rift-with-attafuah-sim-registration-was-successful-ursula-owusu-ekuful</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Former Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has dismissed claims that she was not on talking terms with Professor Kenneth Agyemang Attafuah, former Executive Secretary of the National Identification Authority (NIA), and that this caused limitations in the 2022–2023 SIM card registration exercise. In a detailed statement released on Friday, March 20, 2026, the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:41:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DVLA, Police To Clamp Down On 2025 DV Plates And Expired DP Stickers From March 24</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dvla-police-to-clamp-down-on-2025-dv-plates-and-expired-dp-stickers-from-march-24</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, has announced a nationwide enforcement exercise targeting vehicles using 2025 DV plates and expired DP stickers. The exercise is set to commence on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. According to a press statement issued […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:34:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2.6m Businesses Now Operating In Ghana, Nearly 30% In Open Spaces – GSS</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/2-6m-businesses-now-operating-in-ghana-nearly-30-in-open-spaces-gss</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/2-6m-businesses-now-operating-in-ghana-nearly-30-in-open-spaces-gss</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has recorded a total of 2,644,358 businesses, according to the latest Integrated Business Establishment Survey (IBES) released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), offering a detailed picture of the country’s enterprise landscape. The data reveals that 1.87 million businesses (70.6%) operate from fixed structures, while 693,748 businesses (26%) operate in open spaces and 82,920 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:23:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Over 57% of Mobile Traders Earn Below GH¢100 Daily – GSS Report Reveals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/over-57-of-mobile-traders-earn-below-gh%25c2%25a2100-daily-gss-report-reveals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ New data from the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed that 57.1% of mobile business operators in Ghana earn less than GH¢100 per day, highlighting deep income vulnerabilities within the country’s informal sector. The findings, captured under the Integrated Business Establishment Survey (IBES), show that although mobile businesses are widespread, with 82,920 operators nationwide, most operate […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:18:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Borrows GH¢17 Billion to Pay Wages as Fiscal Crisis Deepens</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-borrows-gh%25c2%25a217-billion-to-pay-wages-as-fiscal-crisis-deepens</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-borrows-gh%25c2%25a217-billion-to-pay-wages-as-fiscal-crisis-deepens</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana is facing a deepening fiscal crisis, with the government borrowing about GH¢17 billion solely to meet public sector wage obligations, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed. The development effectively shuts the door on new public sector employment and severely constrains development spending. Speaking at the Presidency, Dr Forson presented stark fiscal data […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:36:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>24&#45;Hour Economy Authority, BoG, NIC To Roll Out Credit Insurance Scheme For SMEs</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/24-hour-economy-authority-bog-nic-to-roll-out-credit-insurance-scheme-for-smes</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/24-hour-economy-authority-bog-nic-to-roll-out-credit-insurance-scheme-for-smes</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The 24-Hour Economy Authority says it is collaborating with the Bank of Ghana and the National Insurance Commission to develop a credit insurance guarantee scheme aimed at improving access to finance for businesses. The proposed scheme is expected to reduce reliance on physical collateral, a major barrier that currently limits about 95% of businesses from […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:31:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>AUDIO: Minority Warns of ‘State Capture’ in Mining Sector, Alleges Ibrahim Mahama Influence</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/audio-minority-warns-of-state-capture-in-mining-sector-alleges-ibrahim-mahama-influence</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/audio-minority-warns-of-state-capture-in-mining-sector-alleges-ibrahim-mahama-influence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minority in Parliament has issued a warning over what it describes as a “dangerous drift towards state capture” in Ghana’s mining sector. The caucus is accusing businessman Ibrahim Mahama, brother of President John Mahama, of wielding undue influence over key state institutions. Addressing journalists in Parliament, the minority spokesperson on lands and natural resources, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:20:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Afreximbank Announces Opening Of Registration For 2026 Certificate Of Trade Finance In Africa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/afreximbank-announces-opening-of-registration-for-2026-certificate-of-trade-finance-in-africa</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/afreximbank-announces-opening-of-registration-for-2026-certificate-of-trade-finance-in-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Afreximbank Academy (AFRACAD) has announced the opening of registration for its 2026 Certificate of Trade Finance in Africa (COTFIA), one of its flagship programmes designed to strengthen Africa’s trade finance capacity by enhancing trade-related skills and addressing critical capacity gaps, enabling the continent to compete more effectively in global markets. According to AFRACAD, registration […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:33:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Defends GH₵1 Fuel Levy, Rejects Minority’s Call For Abolition</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-defends-gh%25e2%2582%25b51-fuel-levy-rejects-minoritys-call-for-abolition</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-defends-gh%25e2%2582%25b51-fuel-levy-rejects-minoritys-call-for-abolition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has defended the continued implementation of the GH₵1 fuel levy, rejecting calls from the minority in Parliament for its abolition. Richmond Rockson, spokesperson and head of communications at the ministry, told Citi Eyewitness News on Wednesday, March 18, that President John Dramani Mahama remains committed to policies that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:15:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t To Publish GH₵1 Fuel Levy Proceeds By End Of March – Energy Ministry</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-publish-gh%25e2%2582%25b51-fuel-levy-proceeds-by-end-of-march-energy-ministry</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-publish-gh%25e2%2582%25b51-fuel-levy-proceeds-by-end-of-march-energy-ministry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition says the government will disclose how much has been generated from the GH₵1 fuel levy and how the funds have been utilised by the end of March. The spokesperson and head of communications at the ministry, Richmond Rockson, said details on accruals from the Energy Sector Levy Act […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:07:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Smartphone For All Wins Global Awards for Driving Digital Inclusion in Africa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/smartphone-for-all-wins-global-awards-for-driving-digital-inclusion-in-africa</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Smartphone For All, a business committed to digital inclusion, has won the 2025 Pinnacle Awards (Telecoms and Wireless Category) Digital Inclusion &amp; Accessibility Champion and the 2026 Merit Award (Telecoms and Wireless) Digital Divide. The Pinnacle Awards is a reputable global programme honouring innovation and excellence across industries. According to Katie Lang, Executive Director of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:59:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Africa’s Energy Boom Hits $13.8bn, Bankability Gap Holds Back Projects</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/africas-energy-boom-hits-13-8bn-bankability-gap-holds-back-projects</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s power sector is drawing growing global capital attention, with investment reaching an estimated $13.84 billion in 2025 across energy deals – the vast majority in clean power, underscoring investor interest in the energy transition. However, despite 74,000 MW of announced capacity, only about 14,500 MW has been realised, revealing a persistent “execution gap” between projects announced and projects […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:48:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mozambique Boycotts Africa Energies Summit Over Alleged Discrimination Against Black Professionals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mozambique-boycotts-africa-energies-summit-over-alleged-discrimination-against-black-professionals</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mozambique-boycotts-africa-energies-summit-over-alleged-discrimination-against-black-professionals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mozambique’s oil and gas industry has announced that it will withdraw from participating in the Africa Energies Summit – hosted by Frontier Energy Network in London this May – citing concerns over the treatment of Black professionals and broader local content issues linked to the event’s organisers. The decision reflects mounting frustration among Mozambican and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:40:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Alfort Petroleum Joins AOG 2026 as Gold Sponsor, Advances KON 8 Drilling Plans</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/alfort-petroleum-joins-aog-2026-as-gold-sponsor-advances-kon-8-drilling-plans</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/alfort-petroleum-joins-aog-2026-as-gold-sponsor-advances-kon-8-drilling-plans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Independent oil and gas company Alfort Petroleum has signed on as a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming Angola Oil &amp; Gas Conference and Exhibition 2026, reinforcing its commitment to supporting Angola’s growing upstream sector. Scheduled to take place from September 9–10, 2026, with a pre-conference session on September 8, the event is widely regarded as […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:32:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Launches 2026 SME Accelerate Programme to Boost Business Growth and Digital Transformation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-launches-2026-sme-accelerate-programme-to-boost-business-growth-and-digital-transformation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-launches-2026-sme-accelerate-programme-to-boost-business-growth-and-digital-transformation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its SME Accelerate programme, demonstrating its commitment to supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to grow, digitise and compete more effectively in Ghana’s evolving economy. The year-long programme, which was launched at MTN House on Friday, March 13, 2026, brought together policymakers, industry leaders and entrepreneurs to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:23:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Cuts Policy Rate to 14% Despite Middle East Risks</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-cuts-policy-rate-to-14-despite-middle-east-risks</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced its monetary policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent, marking a significant shift toward monetary easing amid improving economic conditions. The decision was taken at the 129th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, and reflects growing confidence among policymakers […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:26:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Begins Recruitment Into Public Sector</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-begins-recruitment-into-public-sector</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The minister for finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed that the government has begun steps to recruit new personnel into the public sector. This comes even after the revelation that authorities had to secure a GH₵17 billion loan to cover wages in 2025. Speaking during a presidential encounter with organised labour on March 17, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:43:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Public Debt Drops To GH¢641bn In 2025 – BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-public-debt-drops-to-gh%25c2%25a2641bn-in-2025-bog</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-public-debt-drops-to-gh%25c2%25a2641bn-in-2025-bog</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s fiscal landscape showed significant shifts at the close of 2025, with the nation’s total public debt stock standing at GH¢641 billion in December 2025. This represents a marginal month-on-month decline from GH¢644.6 billion in November 2025. On a year-on-year (YoY) basis, the reduction is more pronounced, falling from GH¢726.7 billion in December 2024, underscoring […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:19:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SIM Registration: No Contract Awarded To Any Third&#45;Party Service Provider Yet – Sam George</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sim-registration-no-contract-awarded-to-any-third-party-service-provider-yet-sam-george</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sim-registration-no-contract-awarded-to-any-third-party-service-provider-yet-sam-george</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has debunked claims that a contract has been awarded to a third-party service provider for the upcoming SIM registration exercise. Months ago, Honorary Vice President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons, alleged that the minister had single-handedly awarded a contract to a certain Transactly to be […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:50:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Chevron Appoints Exploration Veteran Emmanuelle Garinet to Lead Americas and Sub&#45;Saharan Africa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/chevron-appoints-exploration-veteran-emmanuelle-garinet-to-lead-americas-and-sub-saharan-africa</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/chevron-appoints-exploration-veteran-emmanuelle-garinet-to-lead-americas-and-sub-saharan-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Energy supermajor Chevron has appointed Emmanuelle Garinet as Director of Exploration for the Americas and Sub-Saharan Africa, bringing one of the upstream industry’s most experienced exploration geophysicists into a strategic leadership role overseeing discovery efforts across two of the world’s most important hydrocarbon regions. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – as the voice of the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:10:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Access Bank Calls for Stakeholders Collaboration to Boost Intra&#45;African Trade</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/access-bank-calls-for-stakeholders-collaboration-to-boost-intra-african-trade</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/access-bank-calls-for-stakeholders-collaboration-to-boost-intra-african-trade</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Access Bank Plc, Mr Roosevelt Ogbonna, has called for stronger collaboration among policymakers, financiers and businesses to accelerate trade within Africa and unlock the continent’s economic potential. Ogbonna made the call at the Access Bank Africa Trade Conference (ATC 2026) held in South Africa, where he said […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:27:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>TCDA Introduces Conveyance Certificate System For Tree Crops Transport From March 30, 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tcda-introduces-conveyance-certificate-system-for-tree-crops-transport-from-march-30-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/tcda-introduces-conveyance-certificate-system-for-tree-crops-transport-from-march-30-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has announced the nationwide rollout of a Tree Crops Conveyance Certificate System (CCS), which will make it mandatory for licensed traders to obtain a conveyance certificate before transporting tree crop commodities within Ghana. The authority said the directive will take effect from Monday, March 30, 2026, and will apply […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:11:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao Overtakes Bill Gates with $110 Billion Fortune</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/binance-founder-changpeng-zhao-overtakes-bill-gates-with-110-billion-fortune</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/binance-founder-changpeng-zhao-overtakes-bill-gates-with-110-billion-fortune</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Changpeng Zhao, founder of crypto exchange Binance, has an estimated net worth of US$110 billion, surpassing Bill Gates by $2 billion on the latest Forbes world’s billionaires list. Zhao, better known as CZ, added about $47 billion to his fortune over the past year and remains the wealthiest person in the cryptocurrency industry. According to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 17:19:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ashanti Region Declares ‘Kente Week’ To Celebrate Cultural Heritage</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ashanti-region-declares-kente-week-to-celebrate-cultural-heritage</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council (ARCC) has announced the inaugural “Ashanti Kente Week”, scheduled to take place from Monday, 23rd March, to Tuesday, 31st March 2026. The week-long celebration, to be held as part of the broader AshantiFest 2026 and the national “Ghana Month” festivities, is designed to promote the region’s rich cultural heritage and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:11:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fomer Deputy Trade Minister Rejects ‘Fictitious’ GH¢89.4m 1D1F Debt Claim</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fomer-deputy-trade-minister-rejects-fictitious-gh%25c2%25a289-4m-1d1f-debt-claim</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/fomer-deputy-trade-minister-rejects-fictitious-gh%25c2%25a289-4m-1d1f-debt-claim</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Former Deputy Trade Minister Michael Okeyere Baafi has dismissed claims that an audit uncovered a fictitious GH¢89.4 million debt linked to the One District One Factory (1D1F) initiative, insisting the figures are “misleading”. Speaking on Newsfile on JoyNews on Saturday, 14th March, Mr Baafi defended the financial structure of the programme and explained the payment […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 13:42:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ICD, Mauritania Sign Three&#45;Year Deal to Boost Private Sector Growth and Strategic Mining Project</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/icd-mauritania-sign-three-year-deal-to-boost-private-sector-growth-and-strategic-mining-project</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/icd-mauritania-sign-three-year-deal-to-boost-private-sector-growth-and-strategic-mining-project</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania have signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for strategic cooperation across key areas of private sector development and economic capacity building. The agreement […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:31:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NSA Directs Service Personnel In Institutions To Report To Work Despite CLOGSAG Strike</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nsa-directs-service-personnel-in-institutions-to-report-to-work-despite-clogsag-strike</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Service Authority (NSA) has directed all National Service personnel posted to institutions affected by the strike by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) to continue reporting to work, stating that the personnel are not part of the labour dispute. The directive was issued in a statement dated Thursday, March […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:22:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Utility Tariffs Drop: Electricity Down 4.81%, Water Down 3.06% Starting April 1</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/utility-tariffs-drop-electricity-down-4-81-water-down-3-06-starting-april-1</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission has announced a reduction in utility tariffs for the second quarter of this year, effective April 1, 2026. According to a statement from the commission, electricity charges are set to be reduced by 4.81 per cent, while water tariffs will go down by 3.06 per cent. According to the PURC, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 20:06:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Petrol, Diesel, LPG prices to rise by up to 17% – COMAC</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/petrol-diesel-lpg-prices-to-rise-by-up-to-17-comac</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Fuel prices in Ghana are expected to rise sharply from March 16, with petrol, diesel, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) projected to increase by 16.93%, 17.21%, and 11.26%, respectively, according to the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC). The chamber attributed the projected increases to a surge in global crude oil prices, driven by escalating […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:54:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Moves to Cut Gold Mining Levy from 3% to 1%</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-moves-to-cut-gold-mining-levy-from-3-to-1</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government has laid before Parliament the Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to reduce the tax on gold-mining companies from 3% of gross production to 1%. The move forms part of efforts to cushion gold mining firms following the introduction of the Minerals and Mining Royalty Regulations, 2025. The legislative instrument […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:43:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Spain Launches AI Tool to Monitor Hate Speech Across Social Media Platforms</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/spain-launches-ai-tool-to-monitor-hate-speech-across-social-media-platforms</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Spanish government launched a new tool to measure and monitor hate speech across Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube and Facebook, stepping up scrutiny over social media companies in the country. During a speech in Madrid, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez argued the rise of harmful content online has amplified divisions in society. “Hatred is not born […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fuel Price Floor Jumps: Petrol at GH¢11.57, Diesel at GH¢14.35 From March 16</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fuel-price-floor-jumps-petrol-at-gh%25c2%25a211-57-diesel-at-gh%25c2%25a214-35-from-march-16</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has set new minimum price floors for petroleum products for the second pricing window of March, effective March 16 to March 31. Under the revised price floor, petrol has increased from GH¢10.46 to GH¢11.57 per litre. Diesel has also seen a significant adjustment, rising from GH¢11.42 to GH¢14.35 per litre. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>$100M Cocoa Tools Purchased In 2019 Rejected By Farmers, Board Expresses Concern</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/100m-cocoa-tools-purchased-in-2019-rejected-by-farmers-board-expresses-concern</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/100m-cocoa-tools-purchased-in-2019-rejected-by-farmers-board-expresses-concern</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Board members of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) have expressed concerns about $100 million used to procure pruners and slashers in 2019, meant for use by cocoa farmers, which have been declared not fit for purpose by the cocoa farmers. Another $100 million used to purchase digital weighing scales under the previous Akufo-Addo administration in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 06:47:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>McDan Aviation Accuses GACL of Attempting to Collapse Its Business Amid FBO Agreement Dispute</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mcdan-aviation-accuses-gacl-of-attempting-to-collapse-its-business-amid-fbo-agreement-dispute</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ McDan Aviation Limited has accused the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) of actions aimed at collapsing its business and disregarding judicial processes in the ongoing dispute over the termination of its Fixed Base Operation (FBO) agreement at Kotoka International Airport. In a press release issued by the company, McDan Aviation — Ghana’s first indigenous provider […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:36:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GACL Terminates McDan Aviation FBO Deal Over Unpaid Debt</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gacl-terminates-mcdan-aviation-fbo-deal-over-unpaid-debt</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has terminated its Fixed Base Operation (FBO) agreement with McDan Aviation Handling Services Limited following prolonged disputes over unpaid licence fees, rent, and royalties at Accra International Airport. The agreement, signed in August 2022, granted McDan Aviation the licence to provide fixed-base operation services at designated areas within Terminal 1 of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 03:22:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Government Sets April 1 Deadline For Courier Operators To Register Or Face Sanctions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/government-sets-april-1-deadline-for-courier-operators-to-register-or-face-sanctions</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government has instructed the Postal and Courier Services Regulatory Commission to begin strict enforcement against unlicensed courier operators nationwide from April 1 as part of efforts to sanitise the sector. The directive comes after the introduction of the Integrated Courier and Logistics Management System–Ghana (ICOLMS-Ghana), a new digital platform intended to improve regulation of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:51:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>COCOBOD Disburses GH¢4.2bn to Licensed Buying Companies To Settle Cocoa Farmers’ Arrears</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cocobod-disburses-gh%25c2%25a24-2bn-to-licensed-buying-companies-to-settle-cocoa-farmers-arrears</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has disbursed GH¢4.2 billion to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to facilitate payments to cocoa farmers who have been awaiting their dues since November last year. The disbursement forms part of COCOBOD’s ongoing efforts to clear outstanding debts within the cocoa sector and restore confidence among farmers and other stakeholders. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:44:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Bank of Ghana Undertakes Bold Gold Reserve Diversification to Strengthen Economy</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bank-of-ghana-undertakes-bold-gold-reserve-diversification-to-strengthen-economy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The governor of the Bank of Ghana has outlined the strategic reserve management measures taken to strengthen Ghana’s external buffers, including the diversification of part of the country’s gold holdings. Addressing the Parliamentary Committee on Economy and Development, Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama explained that Ghana’s gold remains fully part of the nation’s reserves and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:19:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Meta Prepares 4 Fresh Custom AI Chips</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/meta-prepares-4-fresh-custom-ai-chips</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Meta Platforms continued a march towards developing its own custom silicon for in-house chips by unveiling four new generations to power its AI workloads more efficiently. The Facebook parent’s MTIA 300, MTIA 400, MTIA 450 and MTIA 500 form part of a plan to reduce its reliance on outside chipmakers while optimising its silicon to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 08:11:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Loan Moratorium For Industry Could Tackle Youth Unemployment – Security Expert</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/loan-moratorium-for-industry-could-tackle-youth-unemployment-security-expert</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The president of the Institute for Security, Disaster and Emergency Studies says Ghana can significantly reduce youth unemployment if the government makes credit more accessible to businesses and allows flexible repayment terms. Dr Ishmael Norman, speaking on Joy News’ PM Express, argued that job creation cannot be left solely to government, insisting that the private […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:38:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA: SIM Re&#45;Registration To Correct Anomalies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-sim-re-registration-to-correct-anomalies</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, Director-General of the National Communications Authority (NCA), has said the government’s decision to undertake a new SIM re-registration exercise is aimed at correcting anomalies identified in previous registration processes. His comments follow a recent announcement by the government indicating plans to roll out another SIM re-registration exercise across the country. Speaking […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Warns Telcos: Meet New 1% Call Drop Limit or Face Sanctions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-warns-telcos-meet-new-1-call-drop-limit-or-face-sanctions</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Director-General of the National Communications Authority, Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, has cautioned telecommunications companies that they could face sanctions if they fail to comply with the regulator’s new and stricter call-quality requirements. Speaking in an interview with Bernard Avle on The Point of View programme on Channel One TV on Monday, March 9, Ing. Fianko […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:29:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>New SIM Registration Must Be Transparent And Well&#45;Structured – Telecoms Chamber</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/new-sim-registration-must-be-transparent-and-well-structured-telecoms-chamber</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Sylvia Owusu-Ankomah, is admonishing that lessons from previous SIM registration exercises must guide the upcoming new exercise to avoid consumer frustration and operational challenges. Her comments follow the Cabinet’s approval for Ghana to undertake another nationwide SIM registration exercise, which will be the third major […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:15:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Will Stick To Data&#45;Driven Policy to Stabilise Economy – Asiama</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-will-stick-to-data-driven-policy-to-stabilise-economy-asiama</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) says its monetary policy decisions will continue to be guided by data, even amid global commodity price fluctuations, as it works to stabilise the cedi, restore macroeconomic confidence, and strengthen Ghana’s external buffers. Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama made the remarks on Monday while briefing the Parliamentary Committee on Economy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:05:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cabinet Approves New Round Of SIM Registration Exercise</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cabinet-approves-new-round-of-sim-registration-exercise</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The communication minister, Samuel Nartey George, has revealed that Cabinet has approved a completely new SIM registration exercise following what he described as an extensive review of the previous process. According to the minister, the earlier exercise faced several challenges, including weak biometric enforcement, data inconsistencies and cases of registration fraud. He disclosed this during […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:59:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Banks Wrote Off GH¢1.64 Billion In 2025, NPL Stock Hits GH¢21.0 Billion – BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/banks-wrote-off-gh%25c2%25a21-64-billion-in-2025-npl-stock-hits-gh%25c2%25a221-0-billion-bog</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Banks in Ghana wrote off GH¢1.64 billion in 2025, a reduction of 57.1% over the previous year. According to the Domestic Money Banks Income Statement by the Bank of Ghana, the banks made a provision of GH¢3.82 billion as bad debt in 2024. The total provision was made for loan losses, depreciation &amp; others. According […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:44:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Venezuela’s Deputy Minister Visits South Africa to Advance Energy Ties</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/venezuelas-deputy-minister-visits-south-africa-to-advance-energy-ties</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/venezuelas-deputy-minister-visits-south-africa-to-advance-energy-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the historic visit by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) to Venezuela in February 2026, Venezuela responded by sending its deputy minister of artificial intelligence and productive efficiency on hydrocarbons, Arturo Gil, to South Africa to advance energy ties. A high-level meeting was held in Cape Town, featuring Deputy Minister Gil and Carlos Feo Acevedo, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:47:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Syria Opens Tender for New Mobile Operator as MTN Moves to Exit Market</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/syria-opens-tender-for-new-mobile-operator-as-mtn-moves-to-exit-market</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/syria-opens-tender-for-new-mobile-operator-as-mtn-moves-to-exit-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syria has launched an international tender for a new mobile network operator licence to replace MTN Syria, the ministry of communications &amp; IT said on Wednesday. The new licence paves the way for the formal exit of MTN Group after the mobile operator abandoned its operations in Syria in 2021. MTN owns 75% of MTN […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:16:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>CLOGSAG Snubs NLC Warning, Insists On March 9 Strike</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/clogsag-snubs-nlc-warning-insists-on-march-9-strike</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/clogsag-snubs-nlc-warning-insists-on-march-9-strike</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) has confirmed that its nationwide strike will begin on Monday, March 9, 2026, despite a directive from the National Labour Commission (NLC) ordering the union to call it off. The strike follows prolonged delays in implementing a new salary structure and improving conditions of service […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:35:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MWC Barcelona 2026: African Nations Back GSMA Affordable Phone Push</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mwc-barcelona-2026-african-nations-back-gsma-affordable-phone-push</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mwc-barcelona-2026-african-nations-back-gsma-affordable-phone-push</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The GSMA advanced an affordable handset initiative it is spearheading by agreeing to the first pilot schemes in six African nations. The Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda agreed to run the first programmes to deliver reasonably priced 4G smartphones, progressing the goals of the GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition, which the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:58:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SokoJob Launches Social Initiative: Free Recruitment For Impactful Projects In Ghana</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sokojob-launches-social-initiative-free-recruitment-for-impactful-projects-in-ghana</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sokojob-launches-social-initiative-free-recruitment-for-impactful-projects-in-ghana</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SokoJob, an AI-powered job-matching and hiring platform, has launched a social programme aimed at supporting organisations doing social projects with free recruitment services. A statement from SokoJob said the free service will be for selected social projects with a focus on universities, schools, and non-profit organisations. “We’re building SokoJob not just as a business but […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:29:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MWC26 Barcelona Draws 105,000 Global Tech Leaders as Connectivity Industry Charts Future</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mwc26-barcelona-draws-105000-global-tech-leaders-as-connectivity-industry-charts-future</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mwc26-barcelona-draws-105000-global-tech-leaders-as-connectivity-industry-charts-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MWC26, the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event, this year celebrated 20 years in Barcelona, bringing together exhibitors, thought leaders, startups, and policymakers all under one roof. Despite global travel disruptions, it welcomed nearly 105,000 attendees from around the world to Fira de Barcelona’s Gran Via. John Hoffman, CEO, GSMA Ltd, said, “Twenty years in Barcelona and MWC continues to surprise and surpass expectations. From the very beginning, the GSMA […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:23:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sam George Guns For AU ICT Top Job</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has presented his letters of intent to the African Union (AU) expressing his interest in running for the chairmanship of the AU’s Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and ICT (STC-CICT). The minister first got clearance from President John Dramani Mahama, who is himself set to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:28:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>CLOGSAG Declares Nationwide Strike Effective March 9</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/clogsag-declares-nationwide-strike-effective-march-9</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) has declared a nationwide strike, directing all its members in the civil service and local government service to stay at home beginning Monday, March 9, 2026. In a notice dated March 5, 2026, and signed by its Executive Secretary, Isaac Bampoe Addo, the association said […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:59:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Apple, Samsung, Viet Nam and Sunil Mittal Shine as GSMA Announces 2026 GLOMO Awards Winners</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/apple-samsung-viet-nam-and-sunil-mittal-shine-as-gsma-announces-2026-glomo-awards-winners</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/apple-samsung-viet-nam-and-sunil-mittal-shine-as-gsma-announces-2026-glomo-awards-winners</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The GSMA has announced the winners of the 31st annual Global Mobile (GLOMO) Awards and the 4YFN26 Awards at MWC26 Barcelona, recognising the boldest innovations and most promising startups shaping the future of the mobile and digital ecosystems. 2026 GLOMO Awards More than 30 awards were presented across six categories, judged by a panel of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:17:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NPA Didn’t Scrap Fuel Discounts, It Corrected An Error – Oil Marketing Chamber CEO</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/npa-didnt-scrap-fuel-discounts-it-corrected-an-error-oil-marketing-chamber-ceo</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/npa-didnt-scrap-fuel-discounts-it-corrected-an-error-oil-marketing-chamber-ceo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies, Dr Riverson Oppong, has rejected claims that the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has scrapped fuel discounting. He insists the regulator has only corrected what he describes as a long-standing error. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, he said the public narrative around the directive […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:56:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Dimension Data Nigeria Holds Signing Ceremony For $15m Bond Programme</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dimension-data-nigeria-holds-signing-ceremony-for-15m-bond-programme</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dimension Data Nigeria has formally executed its $15m bond programme under Dimension Data SPV Funding Plc, following approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The signing ceremony, which marked the completion of the programme documentation and regulatory clearances, was held recently at the Capital Club, Victoria Island, Lagos. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Gbenga […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:01:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>U.S. Embassy In Accra Opens More Than 2,000 Visa Appointment Slots For Short&#45;Term Travellers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/u-s-embassy-in-accra-opens-more-than-2000-visa-appointment-slots-for-short-term-travellers</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/u-s-embassy-in-accra-opens-more-than-2000-visa-appointment-slots-for-short-term-travellers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The United States Embassy in Accra has announced the release of more than 2,000 visa appointment slots over the next two weeks for applicants seeking B1/B2 visas, offering a significant opportunity for travellers planning visits to the United States in the near future. The newly available appointments are aimed at individuals intending to travel for […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:17:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Tension At GCTU As Vice&#45;Chancellor Challenges Alleged Illegal Removal In Court</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tension-at-gctu-as-vice-chancellor-challenges-alleged-illegal-removal-in-court</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/tension-at-gctu-as-vice-chancellor-challenges-alleged-illegal-removal-in-court</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A major governance dispute has erupted at the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) following what many within the university community describe as an attempt by the chairman of the governing council and a few members of the council to unlawfully terminate the appointment of the vice-chancellor, Professor Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa. Professor Afoakwa, who has served […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:03:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Indoor Mobile Connectivity Now a ‘Fourth Utility’ — Experts Call for Stronger Infrastructure and Independent Validation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/indoor-mobile-connectivity-now-a-fourth-utility-experts-call-for-stronger-infrastructure-and-independent-validation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/indoor-mobile-connectivity-now-a-fourth-utility-experts-call-for-stronger-infrastructure-and-independent-validation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Executives from Proptivity and the Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA) joined Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, today at MWC Barcelona to explore technology, policy, and business trends around the provisioning of indoor connectivity, highlighting the importance of independent validation as it has become essential for business and is increasingly critical for public safety. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:04:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>African Regional Intellectual Property Organization Launches 50th Anniversary Year Celebrations &amp;amp; Commemorative Logo</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/african-regional-intellectual-property-organization-launches-50th-anniversary-year-celebrations-commemorative-logo</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/african-regional-intellectual-property-organization-launches-50th-anniversary-year-celebrations-commemorative-logo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) yesterday officially launched its 50th anniversary year celebrations and unveiled its commemorative golden jubilee logo at a high-level ceremony held at the ARIPO Secretariat. The event, which was streamed live to stakeholders across Africa and beyond, marked the beginning of a year-long programme of activities celebrating five decades […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:31:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GSMA Coalition Targets $40 Smartphone To Connect Millions Across Africa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gsma-coalition-targets-40-smartphone-to-connect-millions-across-africa</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gsma-coalition-targets-40-smartphone-to-connect-millions-across-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The GSMA Handset Affordability Coalition, comprising six of the largest mobile operators in Africa, on Tuesday announced that six countries on the continent have been earmarked for the launch of its low-cost device priced at just US$40. The announcement was made during a press conference at the African Pavilion stand at Mobile World Congress (MWC) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:24:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Revenue Authority Arrests Nine Public Officers Over Undeclared Tramadol Seizure at Tema Port</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-revenue-authority-arrests-nine-public-officers-over-undeclared-tramadol-seizure-at-tema-port</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-revenue-authority-arrests-nine-public-officers-over-undeclared-tramadol-seizure-at-tema-port</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nine public officers have been arrested and granted police inquiry bail following the interception of a container loaded with a massive quantity of undeclared Tramadol at the Tema Port. The arrests follow a major operation by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), which uncovered 299 cartons of tramadol hydrochloride tablets concealed inside […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:48:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana: From Network Provider to National Growth Engine</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-from-network-provider-to-national-growth-engine</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-from-network-provider-to-national-growth-engine</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For many Ghanaians, MTN Ghana is responsible for the signal on their phone or the “ping” of a MoMo notification. However, beneath the surface of daily calls and data bundles lies a much deeper story of national partnership. As the country navigates its path toward economic resilience, MTN Ghana has emerged not just as a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:18:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Shines In GSMA DNSI And DPRI 2025 Report Due To E&#45;Levy Repeal And Tech Neutrality</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-shines-in-gsma-dnsi-and-dpri-2025-report-due-to-e-levy-repeal-and-tech-neutrality</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-shines-in-gsma-dnsi-and-dpri-2025-report-due-to-e-levy-repeal-and-tech-neutrality</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has recorded one of the most significant improvements in Africa in the 2025 editions of the Digital Nations and Society Index (DNSI) and the Digital Policy and Regulatory Index (DPRI), according to findings presented at the GSMA Ministerial Programme at the ongoing Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. This achievement is specifically because Ghana […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:11:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Binance Strengthens Global Compliance Framework, Reports 96% Drop in Illicit Exposure</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/binance-strengthens-global-compliance-framework-reports-96-drop-in-illicit-exposure</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/binance-strengthens-global-compliance-framework-reports-96-drop-in-illicit-exposure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, highlights the progress it continues to make in strengthening compliance and regulatory excellence, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in building a safer and more transparent crypto industry. Over the past years, Binance has invested significantly in enhancing its global compliance framework by expanding its teams, systems and controls […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:00:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Drops Seven Spots In Global Mining Investment Rankings</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-drops-seven-spots-in-global-mining-investment-rankings</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has fallen seven places in the latest global ranking of attractive mining investment destinations, highlighting growing competitive pressure within Africa’s resource-rich economies. The 2025 Annual Survey of Mining Companies released by the Fraser Institute shows Ghana sliding to 53rd out of 68 jurisdictions on the Investment Attractiveness Index (IAI), down from 46th position in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Next Gen Gets NCA Clearance, Launches Full Commercial 5G Network</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/next-gen-gets-nca-clearance-launches-full-commercial-5g-network</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/next-gen-gets-nca-clearance-launches-full-commercial-5g-network</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s wholesale 4G and 5G platform is finally gone live, setting the tone for commercial 5G operations as the licensed mobile network operators (MNOs) connect to provide direct 5G services to their consumers. This comes after Next Gen Infraco (NGIC), the sole 5G wholesale operator in Ghana, got formal regulatory confirmation from the National Communications […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:47:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Slamm Foundation, ISC2 Graduate 22 Women In 4th Young Women In Tech Cybersecurity Cohort</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/slamm-foundation-isc2-graduate-22-women-in-4th-young-women-in-tech-cybersecurity-cohort</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/slamm-foundation-isc2-graduate-22-women-in-4th-young-women-in-tech-cybersecurity-cohort</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Slamm Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of indigenous technology services provider Slamm Technologies, in partnership with ISC2, has graduated the fourth cohort of its flagship Young Women in Tech (YWIT) programme, marking another milestone in efforts to expand female participation in Africa’s fast-growing cybersecurity sector. Twenty-two (22) young women completed the intensive two-week residential […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:31:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Profit Jumps 55.9% to GHS7.8bn; Announces US$1.1bn Network Investment Plan</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-profit-jumps-55-9-to-ghs7-8bn-announces-us1-1bn-network-investment-plan</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-profit-jumps-55-9-to-ghs7-8bn-announces-us1-1bn-network-investment-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has reported a 55.9 per cent surge in profit after tax to GHS7.8 billion for the 2025 financial year, up from GHS5.03 billion in 2024. According to its audited full-year results, earnings per share climbed by the same margin to GHS0.5923, reflecting improved profitability and enhanced shareholder value. The telecom giant also made […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:16:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana elevated to major subsidiary status within MTN Group</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-elevated-to-major-subsidiary-status-within-mtn-group</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-elevated-to-major-subsidiary-status-within-mtn-group</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of MTN Group, Ralph Mupita, has announced MTN Ghana as one of the group’s three major subsidiaries. This elevation reflects MTN Ghana’s growing strategic importance within the MTN Group. According to Mr Mupita, Ghana has become one of the group’s most significant operations, driven by its strong performance and long-term growth […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:51:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OmniBSIC Bank celebrates landmark 10th edition of its quarterly health walk</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/omnibsic-bank-celebrates-landmark-10th-edition-of-its-quarterly-health-walk</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/omnibsic-bank-celebrates-landmark-10th-edition-of-its-quarterly-health-walk</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ OmniBSIC Bank has successfully hosted the 10th edition (X Edition) of its industry-leading Quarterly Health Walk, a flagship initiative that continues to set the standard for corporate wellness, community engagement and business support. Held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, the landmark edition attracted customers, corporate partners, staff, families, and members of the public. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:40:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>High Court Dismisses Bid To Block DVLA Number Plate Rollout</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/high-court-dismisses-bid-to-block-dvla-number-plate-rollout</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The High Court has dismissed two applications seeking to restrain the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) from embossing and distributing vehicle number plates for 2026. The interlocutory applications, filed separately on 22 December 2025 and 5 January 2026, followed a substantive suit brought by 26 vehicle embossment companies and their parent association. The plaintiffs […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:25:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mercy Ships Supports Madagascar’s Cyclone Response with Emergency Relief Supplies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mercy-ships-supports-madagascars-cyclone-response-with-emergency-relief-supplies</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mercy-ships-supports-madagascars-cyclone-response-with-emergency-relief-supplies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Following the devastating cyclone that struck Madagascar’s east coast, Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.org) has joined with national disaster response efforts in Toamasina (Tamatave) through the provision of essential relief supplies, in coordination with the government’s disaster management authorities. Cyclone Gezani caused extensive damage across the region, displacing thousands and severely affecting homes, public infrastructure, and healthcare […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:09:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN and Airtel Generate Nearly $4.85 Billion as Data Becomes Nigeria’s Telecom Powerhouse</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-and-airtel-generate-nearly-4-85-billion-as-data-becomes-nigerias-telecom-powerhouse</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-and-airtel-generate-nearly-4-85-billion-as-data-becomes-nigerias-telecom-powerhouse</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Nigeria’s two largest telecommunications operators, MTN Nigeria Communications Plc and Airtel Nigeria, generated a combined $4.85 billion in revenue in their latest reporting cycles, highlighting a decisive structural shift from voice calls to data-driven earnings. The figures confirm that broadband consumption, not traditional voice services, is now the dominant engine of growth in Africa’s largest […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:24:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mobile World Capital Noticias 02 Mar. 2026  MWCapital Showcases At 4YFN Two Experiences With Spin&#45;Outs From Its Portfolio On AI Applied To Healthcare And Sustainable Cooling</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mobile-world-capital-noticias-02-mar-2026-mwcapital-showcases-at-4yfn-two-experiences-with-spin-outs-from-its-portfolio-on-ai-applied-to-healthcare-and-sustainable-cooling</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mobile-world-capital-noticias-02-mar-2026-mwcapital-showcases-at-4yfn-two-experiences-with-spin-outs-from-its-portfolio-on-ai-applied-to-healthcare-and-sustainable-cooling</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Mobile World Capital Barcelona is presenting for the first time at 4YFN two technological experiences together with Ephion Health and UniSCool, two spin-outs from The Collider portfolio, its technology transfer programme. These initiatives highlight how artificial intelligence can analyse a person’s mobility to detect specific patterns indicating their health status, and how innovation can reduce […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:31:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SONA 2026: Over One Million Ghanaians Secured Employment In First Two Quarters Of 2025 – President Mahama</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sona-2026-over-one-million-ghanaians-secured-employment-in-first-two-quarters-of-2025-president-mahama</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sona-2026-over-one-million-ghanaians-secured-employment-in-first-two-quarters-of-2025-president-mahama</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that over one million Ghanaians secured employment in the first two quarters of 2025, calling the milestone a clear indication that the economy is regaining strength. Delivering the 2026 State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Friday, February 27, he said the outcome reflects deliberate measures introduced to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:52:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kenya’s Pesalink Plugs Into Africa&#45;Wide Local&#45;Currency Settlement network</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kenyas-pesalink-plugs-into-africa-wide-local-currency-settlement-network</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kenya’s instant payments network has plugged into a continent-wide settlement system that now links more than 240 financial institutions across Africa. The partnership between Pesalink and the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) allows banks and mobile money operators in Kenya to receive cross-border transfers in local currency. Cross-border payments in Africa remain slow, costly, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:12:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama To Deliver 2026 State Of The Nation Address Today</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-to-deliver-2026-state-of-the-nation-address-today</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama is scheduled to deliver the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament today, Friday, February 27. The address will provide a detailed overview of Ghana’s current situation, highlighting progress made across key sectors and outlining the government’s priorities and policy directions for the year ahead. Critical areas expected to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:46:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>African Leaders Launch Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility to Accelerate Agenda 2063 Projects</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/african-leaders-launch-africa-infrastructure-financing-facility-to-accelerate-agenda-2063-projects</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/african-leaders-launch-africa-infrastructure-financing-facility-to-accelerate-agenda-2063-projects</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ African Heads of State and Government on February 14, 2026, formally launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF), a coordinated, Africa-led platform designed to accelerate the preparation and facilitation of financing for priority cross-border infrastructure projects aligned with Agenda 2063. The launch took place during the Third Presidential High-Level Dialogue of the Alliance of African […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ECOWAS and African Development Bank Group Induct ALCoMA Board to Advance Abidjan–Lagos Corridor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ecowas-and-african-development-bank-group-induct-alcoma-board-to-advance-abidjan-lagos-corridor</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ecowas-and-african-development-bank-group-induct-alcoma-board-to-advance-abidjan-lagos-corridor</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) held a two-day orientation and information session in Abidjan to induct the 10-member Board of Directors of the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Management Authority (ALCoMA). The session, held on 19 and 20 February 2026, forms part of the operational rollout of the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:39:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Liquid Intelligent Technologies Announces Debt Repayment and Agrees New Credit Facilities</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/liquid-intelligent-technologies-announces-debt-repayment-and-agrees-new-credit-facilities</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Liquid Intelligent Technologies, a business of Cassava Technologies (www.CassavaTechnologies.com), has today confirmed the full repayment of its ZAR term loan and USD revolving credit facility. In tandem with this repayment, Liquid has agreed to $410 million in new ZAR and USD credit facilities from a syndicate of commercial and development finance lenders. Cassava Technologies is […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:34:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fido Ghana Secures $5.5m Investment to Expand Digital Lending</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fido-ghana-secures-5-5m-investment-to-expand-digital-lending</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/fido-ghana-secures-5-5m-investment-to-expand-digital-lending</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fido Ghana has secured a USD 5.5 million debt investment from the Regional MSME Investment Fund for Sub-Saharan Africa, managed by the Swiss-based impact manager, Symbiotics. The new capital injection will strengthen Fido Ghana’s capacity to scale its lending portfolio, enhance its digital infrastructure, and meet rising demand for accessible financial tools. For many borrowers, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:24:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Yango Group Partners Flutterwave to Expand Cashless Payments in Zambia</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/yango-group-partners-flutterwave-to-expand-cashless-payments-in-zambia</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/yango-group-partners-flutterwave-to-expand-cashless-payments-in-zambia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Yango, the food delivery and taxi service powered by global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with leading African payments technology company Flutterwave to further improve the security and convenience of digital payments for customers ordering meals or taxi rides through the platform. The partnership supports Yango’s continued expansion of cashless payment options in Zambia, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:16:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cocoa Farmers Urge Ghana–Ivory Coast Talks To Regulate Global Supply</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cocoa-farmers-urge-ghana-ivory-coast-talks-to-regulate-global-supply</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/cocoa-farmers-urge-ghana-ivory-coast-talks-to-regulate-global-supply</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Cocoa farmer associations have called for negotiations between Ghana and the Ivory Coast to establish proper regulations on cocoa supply to the world market in a bid to secure better prices for producers. The farmers believe coordinated action between the two leading cocoa-producing countries would help stabilise supply and strengthen their bargaining power on the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:50:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana, Burkina Faso Sign 7 Cooperation Agreements To Deepen Bilateral Ties</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-burkina-faso-sign-7-cooperation-agreements-to-deepen-bilateral-ties</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-burkina-faso-sign-7-cooperation-agreements-to-deepen-bilateral-ties</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has signed seven major bilateral agreements with Burkina Faso, marking a significant step toward strengthening cooperation in security, transportation, disaster management, and cross-border governance. The agreements were signed at the conclusion of a successful session of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) between the two countries, which had been reactivated after a six-year […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:25:45 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ecobank Ghana Rewards 4,268 Customers At Final Draw Of The 5&#45;star Enjoyment Promotion.</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ecobank-ghana-rewards-4268-customers-at-final-draw-of-the-5-star-enjoyment-promotion</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ecobank Ghana has successfully concluded its three-month nationwide sales promotion, the 5 Star Enjoyment Promotion, with a grand final draw held at the Kejetia Market in Kumasi. During the event, 4,268 customers were rewarded with a combined GHS 630,000 in cash and gift prizes. Of this amount, GHS367,500 was disbursed as cash rewards, while GHS262,500 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 07:42:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>T&#45;Bills Lead As 43% of Gen Z Say They Have No Investments – KPMG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/t-bills-lead-as-43-of-gen-z-say-they-have-no-investments-kpmg</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/t-bills-lead-as-43-of-gen-z-say-they-have-no-investments-kpmg</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A new regional banking survey has revealed a cautious investment climate in Ghana, with treasury bills dominating as the preferred financial instrument while a significant proportion of young people remain completely disengaged from investing. According to KPMG’s 2025 West Africa Banking Industry Customer Experience Survey, 25 percent of Ghanaians prefer treasury bills, while 11 percent […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:31:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Group Moves to Take Full Control of IHS Towers in $2.2 Billion Deal</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-group-moves-to-take-full-control-of-ihs-towers-in-2-2-billion-deal</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-group-moves-to-take-full-control-of-ihs-towers-in-2-2-billion-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s largest mobile operator, MTN Group, has agreed to acquire the remaining shares in IHS Towers that it does not already own, in a transaction valued at about $2.2 billion. The deal will give MTN full control of nearly 29,000 telecom towers across the continent, effectively reversing years of divesting passive infrastructure through sale-and-leaseback arrangements. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:27:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telecom Standards Reform: Telcos Push Back On Blanket Enforcement</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telecom-standards-reform-telcos-push-back-on-blanket-enforcement</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications has signalled that Ghana’s tough telecom quality standards must be matched with policy support, warning that compliance cannot be divorced from commercial realities in a capital-intensive industry. According to the Chamber, while operators are committed to delivering better network performance, the cost of meeting stricter obligations in an already challenging […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:17:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>New Cocoa Producer Price Takes Effect Friday</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/new-cocoa-producer-price-takes-effect-friday</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The new producer price of cocoa for the remainder of the 2025/26 cocoa season will take effect from Friday, February 13, 2026. This follows an upward review of the producer price to GH¢41,392.00 per tonne. A statement issued to the Ghana News Agency on Tuesday said the new price would apply to all cocoa purchased […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:11:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>COCOBOD To Audit Over 10,000 Staff Strength Amid Austerity Measures</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cocobod-to-audit-over-10000-staff-strength-amid-austerity-measures</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced plans to undertake an internal audit of its staff strength to determine the exact number of employees on its payroll and assess their roles. The exercise is expected to establish whether the regulator’s workforce exceeds 10,000 and whether staff are appropriately assigned to their portfolios. The Head of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:56:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ivory Coast Maintains GH¢3,600 Equivalent Per Cocoa Bag As Ghana Reels From 28% Emergency Price Cut</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ivory-coast-maintains-gh%25c2%25a23600-equivalent-per-cocoa-bag-as-ghana-reels-from-28-emergency-price-cut</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ivory-coast-maintains-gh%25c2%25a23600-equivalent-per-cocoa-bag-as-ghana-reels-from-28-emergency-price-cut</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Côte d’Ivoire has officially maintained its farmgate price for cocoa at 2,800 CFA francs (approximately GH¢3,600) per 64kg bag. The decision, announced by the Coffee-Cocoa Council (CCC) on Monday, 16th February 2026, stands in stark contrast to neighbouring Ghana, which just days ago implemented a drastic 28.6% reduction in its producer price to stay afloat. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:22:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>WebSys Leads Ghana’s Renewable Energy Digital Shift with Specialised ERP Platform</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/websys-leads-ghanas-renewable-energy-digital-shift-with-specialised-erp-platform</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/websys-leads-ghanas-renewable-energy-digital-shift-with-specialised-erp-platform</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ WebSys (GH) Limited is positioning itself at the centre of the country’s fast-growing clean energy industry with the launch of a dedicated Renewable Energy Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform designed to power the sector’s next phase of expansion. As renewable energy investments accelerate across Ghana, from solar PV systems and mini-grids to hybrid power solutions, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:16:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>COCOBOD Slashes Salaries, Tightens Spending Amid Revenue Strain</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cocobod-slashes-salaries-tightens-spending-amid-revenue-strain</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/cocobod-slashes-salaries-tightens-spending-amid-revenue-strain</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Executive Management and Senior Staff of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) have announced salary reductions in response to ongoing liquidity challenges within the cocoa sector. In a press release dated Monday, February 16, 2026, COCOBOD announced that the pay cuts take immediate effect and will remain in place for the remainder of the 2025/2026 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:41:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t To Transform Glefe Dump Into Manure And Plastic Recycling Hub&#45; Accra Mayor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-transform-glefe-dump-into-manure-and-plastic-recycling-hub-accra-mayor</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-transform-glefe-dump-into-manure-and-plastic-recycling-hub-accra-mayor</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Micheal Allotey Kpakpo, has announced plans to transform the major dumping site at Glefe in Dansoman into a modern waste management and recycling facility. According to the mayor, the government has engaged foreign investors to support a comprehensive redevelopment of the site, with the goal of converting […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:26:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Orders Telcos To Extend Network Coverage Beyond District Capitals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-orders-telcos-to-extend-network-coverage-beyond-district-capitals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Communications Authority (NCA) has ordered mobile network operators to extend coverage beyond district capitals to all constituent towns within every Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assembly (MMDA). This is part of a tougher new quality of service framework that takes immediate effect. In a press release dated Sunday, February 15, 2026, the NCA announced […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:55:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SMS Must Deliver In 5 Seconds – NCA Issues New Mobile Service Targets</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sms-must-deliver-in-5-seconds-nca-issues-new-mobile-service-targets</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sms-must-deliver-in-5-seconds-nca-issues-new-mobile-service-targets</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Communications Authority (NCA) has introduced new quality targets for mobile network operators, including a strict requirement that SMS and MMS delivery time must not exceed five seconds. In a press release dated Sunday, February 15, 2026, the regulator announced it has amended the Quality of Service (QoS) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for mobile […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:48:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Tightens Rules For Telcos, Cuts Call Drop Rate Below 1%</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-tightens-rules-for-telcos-cuts-call-drop-rate-below-1</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nca-tightens-rules-for-telcos-cuts-call-drop-rate-below-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s telecom operators must now keep call drop rates below 1% to ensure at least 95% call connection success and deliver average 3G download speeds above 1 megabit per second (Mbps) under sweeping new quality rules that take immediate effect. The directives, announced by the National Communications Authority (NCA) on February 15, 2026, significantly tighten […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:16:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Over 1,500 Students Benefit as MTN Ghana Supports Success Africa Summit</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/over-1500-students-benefit-as-mtn-ghana-supports-success-africa-summit</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/over-1500-students-benefit-as-mtn-ghana-supports-success-africa-summit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, digital education and financial inclusion through its participation in the 2026 Success Africa Summit, held at the UPSA Auditorium in Accra on February 7. The summit brought together more than 1,500 students from second-cycle and tertiary institutions across the capital, creating a vibrant platform for mentorship, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 07:09:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SIC Insurance Reports GH¢69.5m Profit For 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sic-insurance-reports-gh%25c2%25a269-5m-profit-for-2025</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sic-insurance-reports-gh%25c2%25a269-5m-profit-for-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ SIC Insurance PLC recorded a 27.5 per cent increase in profit after tax to GH¢69.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, yet its financial statements reveal a sharp deterioration in its cash position and an extensive boardroom overhaul that saw 14 directors depart during the year. The state-owned insurer, listed on the Ghana […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:50:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Gold Output Hits Record 6 Million Ounces In 2025, Industry Group Says</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-gold-output-hits-record-6-million-ounces-in-2025-industry-group-says</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-gold-output-hits-record-6-million-ounces-in-2025-industry-group-says</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana produced a record 6 million ounces of gold in 2025, according to provisional data, with large‑scale mines contributing 2.9 million ounces, unchanged from last year, an association of multinational and local mining companies told Reuters on Thursday. However, the industry cautioned that next year’s projected 6.5‑million-ounce output is at risk, citing concerns over Ghana’s planned […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:27:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>CDM Condemns Ghana Government’s Sharp Cut in Cocoa Price, Calls It “Betrayal of Farmers”</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cdm-condemns-ghana-governments-sharp-cut-in-cocoa-price-calls-it-betrayal-of-farmers</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/cdm-condemns-ghana-governments-sharp-cut-in-cocoa-price-calls-it-betrayal-of-farmers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has expressed “outrage, disappointment, and total condemnation” over the Government of Ghana’s decision to reduce the cocoa producer price to GH¢2,587 per 64 kg bag, effective Thursday, February 12, 2026. The group described the move as a “monumental betrayal” of public trust and a direct attack on the livelihoods […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:40:51 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Sets New Farmgate Cocoa Price At GH₵41,392 Per Tonne For 2025–2026 Season</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-sets-new-farmgate-cocoa-price-at-gh%25e2%2582%25b541392-per-tonne-for-2025-2026-season</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced a revised cocoa producer price aimed at cushioning farmers against the recent decline in global cocoa prices. Speaking during a press briefing on Thursday, February 12, Dr Forson disclosed that the Producer Price Review Committee (PPRC), under his chairmanship, convened earlier in the day to assess the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:31:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cedi Under Seasonal Pressure As Q1 Demand Intensifies; One Dollar Equals GH¢11.80 At Forex Bureaus</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cedi-under-seasonal-pressure-as-q1-demand-intensifies-one-dollar-equals-gh%25c2%25a211-80-at-forex-bureaus</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana cedi ended the fortnight with a mixed performance, as it came under seasonal pressures. In the interbank market, the cedi depreciated by 0.91% to the US dollar to close at a midrate of GH¢10.98. The pound and euro also weakened, shedding 1.31% and 1.08% to settle at GH¢14.94 and GH¢12.97, respectively. Conversely, in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:16:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Govt Revives PBC, CPC; Orders 50% Processing of Cocoa Beans Locally – Ato Forson</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-revives-pbc-cpc-orders-50-processing-of-cocoa-beans-locally-ato-forson</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-revives-pbc-cpc-orders-50-processing-of-cocoa-beans-locally-ato-forson</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government has directed that a minimum of 50% of all cocoa beans should be processed locally, starting from the 2026-2027 crop season, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced. Dr Ato Forson disclosed this at a press briefing on Thursday, February 12, following an emergency Cabinet meeting held the previous day to address […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:57:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Government To Announce Reforms To Revamp Cocoa Sector, Boost Farmer Payments</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/government-to-announce-reforms-to-revamp-cocoa-sector-boost-farmer-payments</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced plans for sweeping reforms aimed at resetting Ghana’s cocoa industry, citing persistent delays in payments to farmers and the urgent need to expand local value addition. Speaking during a meeting with cocoa processors ahead of a press briefing on Thursday, February 12, Dr Forson said the government […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Absa Poaches M&#45;Pesa’s Managing Director</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/absa-poaches-m-pesas-managing-director</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kenyan subsidiary of Absa, the tier-1 South African bank, has hired Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, the Managing Director of M-PESA Africa, as its new Chief Executive for Personal and Private Banking. He officially exits M-PESA at the end of March and walks into Absa in April. Since taking over in 2021, Lopokoiyit has led M-Pesa’s pivot […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:42:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Unemployment Tops List Of Ghana’s Most Pressing Problems, 46% Say – IEA Poll</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/unemployment-tops-list-of-ghanas-most-pressing-problems-46-say-iea-poll</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Unemployment has emerged as the single most important issue facing Ghana today, with nearly half of respondents (46%) identifying joblessness as the country’s biggest challenge, according to a new survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA). The nationwide opinion poll, conducted in December 2025 and capturing the views of over 1,000 Ghanaians across all […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:18:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Has Been Crowned Overall Winner Of The MTN Group 2025 Million Dollar</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-has-been-crowned-overall-winner-of-the-mtn-group-2025-million-dollar</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-has-been-crowned-overall-winner-of-the-mtn-group-2025-million-dollar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana’s Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Blewett, has described the company’s recent recognition as the overall winner of the MTN Group 2025 Million Dollar Challenge as a “massive acknowledgement” of the team’s performance and commitment to customers. Speaking at the first edition of the MTN Bright Conversation, Stephen Blewett said the award, presented at the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:36:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NACOC to Roll Out Licensing Regime for Medicinal and Industrial Cannabis Cultivation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nacoc-to-roll-out-licensing-regime-for-medicinal-and-industrial-cannabis-cultivation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nacoc-to-roll-out-licensing-regime-for-medicinal-and-industrial-cannabis-cultivation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has announced plans to begin implementing Ghana’s licensing regime for the cultivation of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. The Commission said the move follows Parliament’s approval of the regulatory and cost framework required to operationalise controlled cultivation, processing and use of cannabis containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) levels not exceeding 0.3 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:44:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Richard Osei&#45;Anim Joins Ishmael Yamson &amp;amp; Associates As Senior Partner To Lead AI Global Practice</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/richard-osei-anim-joins-ishmael-yamson-associates-as-senior-partner-to-lead-ai-global-practice</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/richard-osei-anim-joins-ishmael-yamson-associates-as-senior-partner-to-lead-ai-global-practice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ishmael Yamson &amp; Associates (IY&amp;A) today announced the appointment of Richard Osei-Anim as Senior Partner, where he will lead the firm’s Organisational Transformation Advisory AI Global Practice. The role marks a strategic investment in deepening IY&amp;A’s capabilities at a moment when artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping how African enterprises compete, operate, and create value. For […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:15:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Shatta Wale Ventures Into Agribusiness, Eyes Poultry and Meat Processing Investment in Gomoa Central</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/shatta-wale-ventures-into-agribusiness-eyes-poultry-and-meat-processing-investment-in-gomoa-central</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/shatta-wale-ventures-into-agribusiness-eyes-poultry-and-meat-processing-investment-in-gomoa-central</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s Dancehall King, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, is expanding his ambitions beyond music, announcing plans to invest in Ghana’s agribusiness sector. In a social media post, the award-winning musician revealed that he had paid a courtesy visit to the Gomoa Central Special Economic Zone to formally express his interest in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:46:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Hamamat Montia Named Ghana’s Global Shea Butter Ambassador</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/hamamat-montia-named-ghanas-global-shea-butter-ambassador</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Embassy of Ghana in Washington DC has congratulated Miss Malaika Ghana 2006 winner, Hamamat Montia, for what it describes as a remarkable cultural moment that elevated Ghana’s global image during American YouTuber IShowSpeed’s recent African tour. According to the embassy, Hamamat played a pivotal role in reconnecting the popular digital creator with what was […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:28:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GRA Fires Back: New VAT Will Cut Prices; Traders Misunderstanding System, Authority Says</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gra-fires-back-new-vat-will-cut-prices-traders-misunderstanding-system-authority-says</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gra-fires-back-new-vat-will-cut-prices-traders-misunderstanding-system-authority-says</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has responded to concerns raised by the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Traders Association over the new Value Added Tax (VAT) regime, insisting that the policy will not increase consumer prices or distort market competition when properly applied. In a press release, the Authority said statements by the traders suggesting the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:13:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gold Fields Pays Ghana Gov’t GH₵5.77bn In 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gold-fields-pays-ghana-govt-gh%25e2%2582%25b55-77bn-in-2025</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gold-fields-pays-ghana-govt-gh%25e2%2582%25b55-77bn-in-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Gold Fields Ghana has reinforced its position as one of the single largest corporate contributors to the Ghanaian economy, remitting more than GH₵5.77 billion to the Government of Ghana in 2025 alone, in a sweeping demonstration of the scale of value the mining giant generates at national and community levels. The company, which operates two […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:22:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Amazon May Launch A Marketplace Where Media Sites Can Sell Their Content To AI Companies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/amazon-may-launch-a-marketplace-where-media-sites-can-sell-their-content-to-ai-companies</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/amazon-may-launch-a-marketplace-where-media-sites-can-sell-their-content-to-ai-companies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The AI industry’s pursuit of licensable content has been a messy affair, filled with lawsuits and accusations of copyright infringement. Now, as tech companies look for legally safe sources of AI training data, Amazon is reportedly considering launching a marketplace where publishers can license their content directly to AI companies. The Information reported Monday that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Engages Afreximbank to Advance Strategic Minerals Development</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-engages-afreximbank-to-advance-strategic-minerals-development</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-engages-afreximbank-to-advance-strategic-minerals-development</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah Buah (MP), has held a strategic meeting with Mr Denys Denya, Senior Vice President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), to discuss collaboration on developing Ghana’s minerals sector. The strategic bilateral discussions took place on the opening day of the 2026 edition of the Invest […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>TikTok, Meta, YouTube Face Trial On Youth Addiction Claims</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tiktok-meta-youtube-face-trial-on-youth-addiction-claims</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/tiktok-meta-youtube-face-trial-on-youth-addiction-claims</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Meta Platforms, TikTok and YouTube will face courtroom scrutiny this week over allegations that their platforms are fuelling a youth mental health crisis, as a debate about kids’ screen time enters a new phase. The trial in California is a test case for thousands of other lawsuits seeking damages for social media harms, in a legal […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>‘Nkate’ Cake Vendors Lament Low Profit Despite Brisk Sales</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nkate-cake-vendors-lament-low-profit-despite-brisk-sales</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nkate-cake-vendors-lament-low-profit-despite-brisk-sales</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Across parts of Accra, nkate (groundnut) cake vendors continue to line busy streets, transport terminals and commercial centres, selling the popular snack to commuters and passers-by. Unlike many street trades affected by low patronage, vendors say nkate cake continues to enjoy steady demand. However, they (vendors) insist the main challenge confronting the business is the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:48:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Prices Have Come Down across Board – GUTA President</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/prices-have-come-down-across-board-guta-president</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Prices of goods in Ghana have generally reduced, and traders who refuse to adjust their prices are only hurting themselves, President of the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA), Clement Boateng, has said. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Monday, Mr Boateng said the cedi’s appreciation has created gains for the business community, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:36:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Tell Cocoa Farmers The Truth&#45; Offinso MP To COCOBOD</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tell-cocoa-farmers-the-truth-offinso-mp-to-cocobod</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/tell-cocoa-farmers-the-truth-offinso-mp-to-cocobod</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Dr Isaac Opoku, Member of Parliament for Offinso and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, has called on the management of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) to be transparent with cocoa farmers and the general public over the challenges confronting the cocoa sector. According to him, COCOBOD must clearly explain the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:22:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Is Quietly Ditching ATMs As Mobile Money Takes Over Banking</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-is-quietly-ditching-atms-as-mobile-money-takes-over-banking</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-is-quietly-ditching-atms-as-mobile-money-takes-over-banking</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s banking landscape is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation, as customers steadily move away from traditional cash channels in favour of mobile-first financial services. New findings from the 2025 KPMG West Africa Banking Industry Customer Experience Survey show that ATM usage fell sharply to 16 per cent in 2025, down from 34 per cent […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Introduces New E&#45;Payslip System For Public Workers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-introduces-new-e-payslip-system-for-public-workers</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-introduces-new-e-payslip-system-for-public-workers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has launched an upgraded electronic payslip system for all government employees on the National Payroll, aiming to improve transparency, security, and accessibility of payroll information. The new system requires employees to use their National Identification Authority (NIA) numbers to log in, ensuring that personal payroll data is both secure […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:37:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Abossey Okai Dealers Threaten One&#45;Week Strike Over 20% VAT on Spare Parts</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/abossey-okai-dealers-threaten-one-week-strike-over-20-vat-on-spare-parts</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/abossey-okai-dealers-threaten-one-week-strike-over-20-vat-on-spare-parts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has warned of a possible one-week strike if the government fails to urgently review the newly implemented Value Added Tax (VAT) regime under the Value Added Tax Act, 2025 (Act 1151). In a press statement dated February 8, 2026, and signed by its Head of Communications, Takyi Addo, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:27:31 +0000</pubDate>
<dc:creator>manuel</dc:creator>
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<title>MTN In Talks To Buy Remaining IHS Holdings Stake In $2.76 Billion Deal</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-in-talks-to-buy-remaining-ihs-holdings-stake-in-2-76-billion-deal</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-in-talks-to-buy-remaining-ihs-holdings-stake-in-2-76-billion-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Group, Africa’s biggest mobile operator, said on Thursday it is in advanced talks to buy the 75% stake it does not already own in IHS Holdings, in a deal that could value the tower infrastructure firm at about $2.76 billion. MTN, which leases IHS’ towers in Nigeria and South Africa, said any potential offer […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 08:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Parliament Passes 24&#45;Hour Economy Authority Bill</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-passes-24-hour-economy-authority-bill</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Parliament has officially passed the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025, a flagship policy of the John Mahama administration. The bill was passed after extensive deliberations and debate between the majority and minority caucuses on the floor of the House. The bill, which was laid before Parliament in late 2025, is designed to transform Ghana’s economy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:15:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Buyers Shun Ghana Cocoa Over High Prices – Randy Abbey</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/buyers-shun-ghana-cocoa-over-high-prices-randy-abbey</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Buyers on the international market are increasingly shying away from Ghana’s cocoa, citing higher prices compared to beans from other producing countries, the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has disclosed. According to COCOBOD, more than 530,000 metric tonnes of cocoa have been sold under the current financing arrangement, but close to 50,000 metric tonnes remain unsold […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:17:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Partners Thrive &amp;amp; Shine to Boost AI Literacy and STEM Skills Among Youth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-partners-thrive-shine-to-boost-ai-literacy-and-stem-skills-among-youth</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-partners-thrive-shine-to-boost-ai-literacy-and-stem-skills-among-youth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has taken a bold step to expand digital opportunity for young people in Ghana by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with youth led non-profit, Thrive &amp; Shine. The partnership marks a major step in AI literacy, STEM empowerment and Ghana’s future digital workforce. The collaboration aims to ensure Ghanaian youth are […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:11:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Targets Fintech Acquisitions as Mobile Money and Digital Finance Drive Growth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-targets-fintech-acquisitions-as-mobile-money-and-digital-finance-drive-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Group has signalled strong interest in acquiring fintech companies in payments, lending, and remittances as it seeks to accelerate the expansion of its financial services business, according to a report by Semafor. Speaking on the company’s acquisition strategy, MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita said the focus is not on short-term deals but on strengthening […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:07:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Calls For Africa’s Inclusion On UN Security Council</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-calls-for-africas-inclusion-on-un-security-council</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has called for Africa’s inclusion in the United Nations Security Council and other global institutions, insisting that outdated governance systems must be reformed to better represent the continent. Speaking on the need for structural change in the Zambian Parliament on Thursday, February 5, President Mahama urged Africa to work collectively to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:53:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>COCOBOD: We’re Paying LBCs To Settle Farmers</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cocobod-were-paying-lbcs-to-settle-farmers</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) says it has started making payments to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) to enable them to pay cocoa farmers for their produce. This comes after concerns were raised about cocoa farmers going unpaid for several months. Isaac Yaw Opoku, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs Committee, speaking on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gambia’s Minister of Interior Praises Margins ID Group’s Capabilities During National ID Project Visit</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gambias-minister-of-interior-praises-margins-id-groups-capabilities-during-national-id-project-visit</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gambias-minister-of-interior-praises-margins-id-groups-capabilities-during-national-id-project-visit</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Gambia’s Minister for Interior, Hon. Abdoulie Sanyang, led a distinguished delegation of senior government officials on a transformative two-day visit to Margins ID Group’s state-of-the-art technology and smart manufacturing facilities in Ghana from February 2nd to 4th, 2026. This visit is a significant milestone in the implementation of The Gambia’s National Identification Project, showcasing the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 21:36:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DV plates not for regular road use – DVLA warns</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dv-plates-not-for-regular-road-use-dvla-warns</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has restated its position on the proper use of DV number plates, stressing that such plates are strictly issued to car dealers and vehicle manufacturers for limited and clearly defined purposes. DVLA stated that DV plates are not meant for general or prolonged use on public roads and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:04:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Sets April Deadline For SOE Annual Reports</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-sets-april-deadline-for-soe-annual-reports</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has directed all Chief Executive Officers of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) to submit their audited accounts and annual reports by the end of April 2026, warning of consequences for those who fail to comply. The President made this known while addressing Ghanaians living in Zambia during an engagement on Wednesday, February 4. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:53:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>20% Juice Tax Threatens 127,000 Jobs, $1bn Exports — Agribusiness Chamber</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/20-juice-tax-threatens-127000-jobs-1bn-exports-agribusiness-chamber</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has warned that the 20% excise duty on natural fruit juices is destroying up to 127,000 jobs across the agricultural and processing value chains while undermining Ghana’s potential to earn $1 billion annually in juice exports. In a statement released on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, CAG said the policy, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:39:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>High Transaction Costs Stifling SMEs In Africa – Deputy BoG Governor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/high-transaction-costs-stifling-smes-in-africa-deputy-bog-governor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Matilda Asante-Asiedu, says high transaction costs driven by inefficient payment systems are suffocating the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa. She warned that costly and fragmented payment structures continue to place an unfair burden on small businesses, women traders and young entrepreneurs, limiting […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:17:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t To End Export Of Raw Gold Soon&#45; Ato Forson</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-end-export-of-raw-gold-soon-ato-forson</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government will soon end the export of raw gold as part of efforts to promote local value addition and strengthen Ghana’s gold processing industry. He disclosed that significant progress has already been made in this direction, with the Gold Coast Refinery currently refining one metric […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:04:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Rolling Out Fintech Passport, Digital Infrastructure To Boost Cross&#45;Border Payments – Deputy Governor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-rolling-out-fintech-passport-digital-infrastructure-to-boost-cross-border-payments-deputy-governor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante Asiedu, says the central bank is rolling out a range of regulatory and digital infrastructure initiatives aimed at strengthening cross-border payments and supporting inclusive economic growth across Africa. Speaking at the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogue at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:51:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Buffer Stock CEO: 14 Companies Licensed to Supply Food Commodities</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/buffer-stock-ceo-14-companies-licensed-to-supply-food-commodities</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Fourteen (14) companies have so far been licensed by the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) to supply food commodities under its current procurement framework, the Chief Executive Officer, George Abradu-Otoo, has said. The licensed companies are authorised to procure food directly from farming communities and deliver the commodities to NAFCO warehouses nationwide. “So far, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:28:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telna Launches $100 Million Fund to Drive Global Adoption of Travel eSIMs</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telna-launches-100-million-fund-to-drive-global-adoption-of-travel-esims</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Telna, the world’s largest travel eSIM enablement platform, has announced the launch of a $100 million dedicated investment fund aimed at accelerating the global adoption of digital-first, direct-to-consumer travel eSIM brands and applications. The fund, the first of its kind in the industry, will focus exclusively on supporting travel eSIM companies, mobile virtual network operators […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:04:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Onafriq and PAPSS to Launch First Wallet&#45;Based Outbound Payments Pilot from Nigeria to Ghana via Banks and MoMo</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/onafriq-and-papss-to-launch-first-wallet-based-outbound-payments-pilot-from-nigeria-to-ghana-via-banks-and-momo</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/onafriq-and-papss-to-launch-first-wallet-based-outbound-payments-pilot-from-nigeria-to-ghana-via-banks-and-momo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Onafriq Nigeria Payments Ltd, a CBN-licensed payment service provider, partners with The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to pilot the continent’s first wallet-based outbound payments from Nigeria to Ghana – fully in Naira and instant, without relying on hard currency conversion, in partnership with banks and mobile money operators. The pilot service, approved by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:49:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>State Housing, Ecobank Partner to Tackle Ghana’s 2&#45;Million Home Deficit</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/state-housing-ecobank-partner-to-tackle-ghanas-2-million-home-deficit</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Deputy Managing Director of the State Housing Company Limited (SHCL), Samuel Atukwei Quaye has reiterated the company’s commitment to helping address Ghana’s estimated two million housing deficit, announcing a strategic partnership with Ecobank Ghana to provide affordable mortgage financing for Ghanaians, particularly middle- and low-income earners. According to the Deputy Managing Director, while high-income […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:23:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Loses $54bn To Trade&#45;Related Illicit Flows Over 10 Years</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-loses-54bn-to-trade-related-illicit-flows-over-10-years</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana lost an estimated US$54.1 billion to trade-related illicit financial flows between 2013 and 2022, placing it third among Africa’s top-10 affected countries. According to a new Global Financial Integrity (GFI) report, “Trade-Related Illicit Financial Flows in Africa, 2013–2022”, the findings highlight structural vulnerabilities in the country’s trade with international partners. Using data which compares […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:52:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telecel Group And King’s Trust International Partner To Support Digital Skills For Young People In Ghana</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telecel-group-and-kings-trust-international-partner-to-support-digital-skills-for-young-people-in-ghana</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/telecel-group-and-kings-trust-international-partner-to-support-digital-skills-for-young-people-in-ghana</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Telecel Group (“Telecel”) and King’s Trust International (“KTI”) have signed a new partnership agreement to support foundational digital skills development for young people in Ghana. The initiative will support a targeted project focused on junior high schools in Ghana, helping to address gaps in access to practical ICT education. Although ICT is a compulsory subject […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:24:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NPA Increases Price Floor For February Window With Petrol Up To GH¢9.99 And Diesel Pegged At GH¢10.95</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/npa-increases-price-floor-for-february-window-with-petrol-up-to-gh%25c2%25a29-99-and-diesel-pegged-at-gh%25c2%25a210-95</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/npa-increases-price-floor-for-february-window-with-petrol-up-to-gh%25c2%25a29-99-and-diesel-pegged-at-gh%25c2%25a210-95</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has announced new minimum price levels for petroleum products for the first pricing window of February 2026, covering February 1 to February 15. Under the directive, no Oil Marketing Company (OMC) or LPG Marketing Company (LPGMC) is permitted to sell petroleum products below the approved price floor during the period. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:50:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Microfinance Operators Back BoG Reforms But Seek More Time</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/microfinance-operators-back-bog-reforms-but-seek-more-time</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Association of Savings and Loans Companies (GHASALC) has called on the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to reconsider the timelines for implementing its sweeping microfinance sector reforms, warning that the deadlines may be too tight for operators to realistically meet them. The appeal follows the Central Bank’s recent rollout of a far-reaching framework that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:28:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GOIL Deepens Ties with Ghana Armed Forces in Strategic Courtesy Call</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/goil-deepens-ties-with-ghana-armed-forces-in-strategic-courtesy-call</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A delegation from Ghana Oil Public Limited Company (GOIL PLC), led by its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Mr Edward Abambire Bawa, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) William Agyapong, on Thursday, 29 January 2026, at the General Headquarters. The visit was aimed at […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:39:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Calls for Economic Transformation and Industrial Financing at 2026 Africa Trade Summit</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-calls-for-economic-transformation-and-industrial-financing-at-2026-africa-trade-summit</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has renewed calls for deep economic reforms across the continent, stressing that political freedom without economic transformation remains incomplete. In a post on X, President Mahama said he warmly welcomed President Carlos Manuel Vila Nova of São Tomé and Príncipe to Accra for the 2026 Africa Trade Summit, which brought together […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:28:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>From B To D+: Ghana’s Customer Satisfaction Score Slumps To 59%</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/from-b-to-d-ghanas-customer-satisfaction-score-slumps-to-59</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s overall customer satisfaction score declined sharply to 59 per cent in 2025, from 72 per cent in the previous year, according to the latest Ghana Customer Service Index (GCSI). The decline has pushed Ghana’s national customer satisfaction rating from a B grade to a D-plus, reflecting worsening consumer experiences across both the private and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:40:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Suspend Mandatory Marine Insurance Policy – Groups To Finance Ministry</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/suspend-mandatory-marine-insurance-policy-groups-to-finance-ministry</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Some major trade and business associations have called on the Ministry of Finance to suspend its directive mandating compulsory local marine cargo insurance for all imports into Ghana, citing concerns over rising business costs and lack of stakeholder consultation. The Coalition of Concerned Exporters, Importers, Traders and Freight Forwarders, alongside the Food and Beverages Association […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:36:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Orders All Rural Banks to Become Community Banks by March 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-orders-all-rural-banks-to-become-community-banks-by-march-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-orders-all-rural-banks-to-become-community-banks-by-march-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ All existing Rural Banks have been directed to convert into Community Banks by March 31, 2026, as the Bank of Ghana rolls out a sweeping overhaul of the country’s microfinance sector aimed at strengthening financial stability, improving governance, and accelerating financial inclusion. The directive forms part of new Guidelines on the Revised Microfinance Sector Framework, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:13:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Passport Among World’s Most Secure and Valuable — Ablakwa</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-passport-among-worlds-most-secure-and-valuable-ablakwa</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has highlighted major reforms and security upgrades to Ghana’s passport system, describing the document as one of the most modern, secure and globally valuable passports in the world. In a post on X, the foreign affairs minister said Ghana has welcomed the growing attention and discussions […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:04:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Bank Of Ghana Cuts Policy Rate To 15.5%</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bank-of-ghana-cuts-policy-rate-to-15-5</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has, by a majority decision, reduced the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) from 18% to 15.5%, marking its first policy decision of 2026. Dr Johnson Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, announced the decision during a press briefing at Bank Square on Wednesday, January 28, following the 128th Monetary Policy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:08:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gold Smashes $5,300 Record As Dollar Slumps</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gold-smashes-5300-record-as-dollar-slumps</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Gold prices surged to fresh record highs on Wednesday, breaking through the $5,300 an ounce mark as the US dollar hovered near four-year lows and investors sought safe-haven assets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. Spot gold jumped 1.7 per cent to $5,275.68 an ounce, after briefly touching an all-time high of $5,311.31. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:29:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Stop Forex Injections, Allow Economy To Run – Patrick Boamah To BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/stop-forex-injections-allow-economy-to-run-patrick-boamah-to-bog</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Boamah, has called on the Bank of Ghana to suspend its continuous injection of foreign exchange into the economy to stabilise the cedi. Speaking to Citi News on Wednesday, January 28, Patrick Boamah urged that the economy be allowed to adjust naturally to achieve stability that truly […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 21:11:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Nearly 8k Birds Distributed To Beneficiaries Under ‘Nkoko Nkitikiti’ Programme aIn Ashanti</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nearly-8k-birds-distributed-to-beneficiaries-under-nkoko-nkitikiti-programme-ain-ashanti</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A total of 7,708 poultry birds, made up of 5,216 broilers and 2,492 layers, have been distributed to 159 farmers in the Old Tafo Municipality of the Ashanti Region under the government’s Nkoko Nkitikiti poultry initiative, with municipal authorities confirming that more farmers will be enrolled in the coming days. The distribution forms part of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:37:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>aYo Pays GH¢14m In Claims In 2025 As Insurance Adoption Soars</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ayo-pays-gh%25c2%25a214m-in-claims-in-2025-as-insurance-adoption-soars</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of aYo Intermediaries Ghana, Francis Gota, has disclosed that the company recorded a 41 percent growth in revenue, climbing from GH¢71 million to GH¢100 million in 2025, while paying out about GH¢14 million in insurance claims, more than double what was paid in the previous year. Mr Gota made the disclosure […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:44:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cedi Begins 2026 With 4% Depreciation Against Major Trading Currencies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cedi-begins-2026-with-4-depreciation-against-major-trading-currencies</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana cedi has begun 2026 under renewed pressure, depreciating by an average of 4% against major trading currencies. Data from the Bank of Ghana’s January 2026 Summary of Economic and Financial Data show the cedi trading at GH¢10.88 to the US dollar on the interbank market, compared with GH¢10.45 at the end of December […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:31:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mobile Money Transactions Hit GH¢518bn In December 2025 – BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mobile-money-transactions-hit-gh%25c2%25a2518bn-in-december-2025-bog</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Mobile money (MoMo) transactions in Ghana surged to a record GH¢518.4 billion in December 2025, underscoring the growing dominance of digital payments in the country’s financial system, according to the latest Bank of Ghana Summary of Economic and Financial Data. The December figure represents the highest monthly value recorded in 2025, driven by increased consumer […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:16:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Approves Passport For American Streamer IShowSpeed</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-approves-passport-for-american-streamer-ishowspeed</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially approved the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to American streaming sensation Darren Watkins Jr, popularly known as IShowSpeed. The announcement follows the streamer’s high-octane “Speed Does Africa” tour, which culminated in a massive “homecoming” in Ghana on Monday, January 26. The decision was confirmed by the Minister of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:04:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Majority Blames NPP For Economic Distress, Defends Mahama Government’s Recovery Efforts</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/majority-blames-npp-for-economic-distress-defends-mahama-governments-recovery-efforts</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Democratic Congress (NDC) majority in Parliament has accused the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) of leaving Ghana in a state of deep economic and social distress, insisting that the current administration is taking firm and deliberate steps to stabilise the economy, restore public services and confront corruption. The Majority’s response follows claims by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:01:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Appoints Shoyinka Shodunke As Executive: IT Core Design and Delivery</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-appoints-shoyinka-shodunke-as-executive-it-core-design-and-delivery</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Group has announced the appointment of Shoyinka Shodunke as Executive: IT Core Design and Delivery, effective 1 March 2026. Shoyinka brings more than 29 years of experience in technology leadership, digital transformation and innovation across Africa’s telecommunications sector. His career spans several senior roles, including Director of Technology at Vodafone Ghana, Chief Technology and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:54:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Vows Unyielding Fight Against Money Laundering And Terrorist Financing — Deputy Finance Minister</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-vows-unyielding-fight-against-money-laundering-and-terrorist-financing-deputy-finance-minister</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has sent a firm signal to the international community, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing. Speaking at the opening of the on-site Mutual Evaluation of Ghana’s Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, and Counter-Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) regime in Accra, Deputy Minister for Finance Thomas Ampem Nyarko emphasised that the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:32:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>aYo Insures Millions, Hits GH¢100 Million Revenue in 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ayo-insures-millions-hits-gh%25c2%25a2100-million-revenue-in-2025</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of aYo Intermediaries Ghana, Francis Gota, has revealed that the company recorded a 41 per cent revenue growth, rising from GH¢71 million to GH¢100 million in 2025, while paying out about GH¢14 million in insurance claims, more than double its payouts in the previous year. Speaking at the aYo Excellence and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:30:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Deloitte Projects 5.7% Growth For Ghana In 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/deloitte-projects-5-7-growth-for-ghana-in-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s economy is projected to grow by 5.7 per cent in 2026, according to Deloitte, building on recent gains in output, easing inflation, and a strengthening cedi. The economy posted a real GDP growth of 6.3 percent in the second quarter of 2025, largely driven by strong performance in fishing, which expanded by 16.4 percent, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:55:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Cedi Best&#45;Performing Currency In Africa For 2025 – IMF</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-cedi-best-performing-currency-in-africa-for-2025-imf</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana cedi emerged as Africa’s best-performing currency in 2025, according to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) analysed across more than 20 major economies on the continent. The report has been sighted by Joy Business. The IMF data shows that the cedi appreciated by more than 40 per cent against the US dollar […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:52:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Local Cargo Insurance Takes Effect From Feb 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/local-cargo-insurance-takes-effect-from-feb-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Finance has announced that local cargo insurance applicable to all imports into the country will take effect from February 1, 2026. The Director of the Financial Sector Division at the Ministry of Finance, Mr Louis Amu, announced the decision at the investiture of the 11th President of the Insurance Brokers Association of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:40:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG, SEC Launch National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-sec-launch-national-virtual-asset-literacy-initiative</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have launched the National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative (NaVALI), a nationwide programme designed to deepen public understanding of virtual assets and promote their safe, responsible and regulated use within Ghana’s financial system. The initiative, code-named NaVALI, marks what the governor described as a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:05:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Urges IFC To Consider Green Bonds In Ghana</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-urges-ifc-to-consider-green-bonds-in-ghana</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Mrs Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has encouraged the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to explore opportunities for issuing green bonds on Ghana’s domestic capital market as part of efforts to deepen sustainable finance and unlock funding for climate-aligned investments. She said making green bond instruments accessible to local […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:56:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NIA Trains CID Officers To Support Ghana Card Investigations</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nia-trains-cid-officers-to-support-ghana-card-investigations</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nia-trains-cid-officers-to-support-ghana-card-investigations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Identification Authority (NIA) has intensified efforts to protect the integrity of Ghana’s national identity system by organising a one-day orientation and training programme for officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service. The training, held on January 23, 2026, at the NIA Headquarters, was part of preparations to deploy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:35:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA, GIFEC Inject Fresh Funds into One Million Coders as Government Commits $10m to Digital Skills Drive</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-gifec-inject-fresh-funds-into-one-million-coders-as-government-commits-10m-to-digital-skills-drive</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nca-gifec-inject-fresh-funds-into-one-million-coders-as-government-commits-10m-to-digital-skills-drive</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Communications Authority (NCA) and the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) have committed additional funding to support the government’s flagship One Million Coders Programme, boosting national efforts to build a future-ready digital workforce beyond the initial $10 million allocation from the state. Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:40:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sam George Unveils Bold Move to Stop Wastage in IT Procurement Across Government</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sam-george-unveils-bold-move-to-stop-wastage-in-it-procurement-across-government</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sam-george-unveils-bold-move-to-stop-wastage-in-it-procurement-across-government</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has announced a decisive move to stop wastage in the system that comes through IT procurement across government institutions, describing the abuse of ICT contracts as one of the biggest drains on the public purse. Speaking to the Vice President Prof. Jane Naana […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:36:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Star Oil Is Leaving As A Minority Voice, Not Because It Was Sidelined – COMAC Boss</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/star-oil-is-leaving-as-a-minority-voice-not-because-it-was-sidelined-comac-boss</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chairman of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) says Star Oil’s decision to suspend its membership was not because it was pushed aside, but because it held a minority position on a key industry policy. Gabriel Kumi, speaking on Joy News’ PM Express, Business Edition, on Thursday, said the Chamber followed its established […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:09:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NIA Increases Fees For Ghana Card Services</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nia-increases-fees-for-ghana-card-services</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced a “price increment” for some of its services. In a post on its official Facebook page on Wednesday, January 22, the Authority explained that the fee adjustment is aimed at maintaining and improving the quality of its service delivery. According to the NIA, the fee increment applies to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:35:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DOCUMENT: High Court Dismisses Randy Abbey’s GHS 20m Defamation Suit Against Abronye DC</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/document-high-court-dismisses-randy-abbeys-ghs-20m-defamation-suit-against-abronye-dc</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/document-high-court-dismisses-randy-abbeys-ghs-20m-defamation-suit-against-abronye-dc</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The High Court in Accra has dismissed a defamation suit filed by the CEO of COCOBOD, Dr Ransford Anertey Abbey, popularly known as Randy Abbey. The court dismissed the suit after ruling that the action was procedurally defective because it was instituted using the Legal Department of COCOBOD rather than a private legal practitioner. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:42:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Most Ghanaians Say The Country Is Headed In The Right Direction – IEA Survey</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/most-ghanaians-say-the-country-is-headed-in-the-right-direction-iea-survey</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A nationwide survey conducted by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has revealed that a majority of Ghanaians are satisfied with the current direction of the country, citing improved macroeconomic conditions under the new government. The findings were contained in a press release issued on January 21, following a public opinion poll conducted across all […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:29:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Star Oil Suspends COMAC Membership Amid Price Floor Dispute</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/star-oil-suspends-comac-membership-amid-price-floor-dispute</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Star Oil Limited has announced the immediate suspension of its membership of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), a decision that has intensified tensions within Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector and sparked concerns about unity within the industry body. In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 21, the oil marketing firm described the move as […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:01:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t To Roll Out 24&#45;Hour Business Registration Centres – Trade Minister</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-roll-out-24-hour-business-registration-centres-trade-minister</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-roll-out-24-hour-business-registration-centres-trade-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has announced plans to establish 24-hour business registration centres and a digital helpline to support businesses operating under the government’s 24-hour economy agenda. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday, January 21, the minister said the initiative will ensure that businesses can register […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:21:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Trade Ministry Was Instrumental In AGOA Extension – Trade Minister</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/trade-ministry-was-instrumental-in-agoa-extension-trade-minister</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has attributed the recent extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to sustained technical, diplomatic, and political engagements led by her ministry. Her remarks follow a decision by the United States Senate to extend AGOA for an additional three years after the programme expired […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:56:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>VALCO Not for Sale — GIADEC Slams ‘False’ Reports</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/valco-not-for-sale-giadec-slams-false-reports</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has firmly dismissed reports suggesting that the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) is being sold, describing such claims as “categorically false”. In a press release issued by its Chief Executive Officer, Reindorf Twumasi Ankrah, GIADEC clarified that government policy remains focused on reviving and expanding VALCO through a strategic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:53:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Burst on 42&#45;inch Transmission Line Disrupts Water Supply to Eastern Accra</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/burst-on-42-inch-transmission-line-disrupts-water-supply-to-eastern-accra</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana Water Limited (GWL) wishes to inform the public, particularly residents and businesses in the eastern part of Accra, that a major burst has occurred on the 42-inch transmission pipe line on Monday, 19th January 2026. The incident has resulted in significant interruption to water supply across several communities within the affected corridor. Our engineers […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:47:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>98.8% Of Ghana’s Small Scale Gold Exports Went to Dubai And India In 2025&#45; Goldbod Data Reveals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/98-8-of-ghanas-small-scale-gold-exports-went-to-dubai-and-india-in-2025-goldbod-data-reveals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Data obtained by Puretvonline.com 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 2025, Dubai accounted for more than 72%, making it by far the dominant destination. India followed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:39:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>313 Buses Were Declared Unserviceable And Sold Amongst Cronies In October 2020&#45; Metro Mass Deputy Director</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/313-buses-were-declared-unserviceable-and-sold-amongst-cronies-in-october-2020-metro-mass-deputy-director</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Deputy Managing Director of the Metro Mass Transit Ltd, Haroun Apaw Wiredu, has revealed that 313 buses were declared unserviceable in October 2020, two months before the election, and sold for a paltry sum to some individuals. He mentioned that he discovered that one bus was sold for just GHC2,500. Speaking in an interview on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:33:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe&#45;Attionu To Appear In US Court Jan 21</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/former-masloc-ceo-sedina-tamakloe-attionu-to-appear-in-us-court-jan-21</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, is scheduled to appear before a judge in the United States on January 21 to determine whether she will be extradited to Ghana. Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Smith, disclosed the development during an interview on Citi Eyewitness News […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GOIL Reduces Fuel Prices At 150 Stations</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/goil-reduces-fuel-prices-at-150-stations</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ GOIL PLC, a listed oil and gas marketing company, has cut fuel prices at 150 of its outlets nationwide as part of its contribution to ease the cost of living. The latest fuel price reduction by GOIL, the second this month, takes effect from today. Under the current pricing window, the price of petrol (PMS) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t To Expand Public And Private Transport Services – Vice President Opoku&#45;Agyemang</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-expand-public-and-private-transport-services-vice-president-opoku-agyemang</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to modernising and expanding transport services to improve access and ease the challenges faced by commuters. Her assurance comes amid growing concerns over an apparent shortage of commercial vehicles, which has led to overcrowding and the exploitation of passengers. Speaking at a meeting with stakeholders […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:28:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Activist Coalition Urges Apple and Google to Remove X and Grok From App Stores</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/activist-coalition-urges-apple-and-google-to-remove-x-and-grok-from-app-stores</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A coalition of women’s rights groups, tech watchdogs and progressive activists is calling on Apple and Google to remove the social media platform X and its related artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, from their app stores, accusing the services of generating illegal and harmful content. In open letters published on Wednesday, the coalition alleged that the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:44:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Visa Moves to Integrate Stablecoins Into Global Payment Network</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/visa-moves-to-integrate-stablecoins-into-global-payment-network</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Visa is positioning itself to remain at the centre of global payments by integrating stablecoins into its existing infrastructure, as digital tokens pegged to traditional currencies gain momentum, according to the company’s head of crypto, Cuy Sheffield. Speaking in an interview, Sheffield said Visa sees stablecoins as an opportunity rather than a threat, even as […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:32:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Deny Price Hikes Amid Transport Shortages</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/abossey-okai-spare-parts-dealers-deny-price-hikes-amid-transport-shortages</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Spare parts dealers at Abossey Okai have rejected claims that high prices of vehicle components are responsible for the current shortage of public transport vehicles, insisting they should not be blamed for the hardship facing commuters. The Chairman of the Abossey Okai Dealers Association, Frank Otchere, said prices of most spare parts have rather fallen, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:41:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Metro Mass To Receive More Than 350 New Buses In February 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/metro-mass-to-receive-more-than-350-new-buses-in-february-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMTL) says it expects to take delivery of more than 350 new buses by the first week of February to expand services and ease pressure on heavily patronised intra-city routes in Accra. According to the Head of Communications at MMTL, Mohammed Mubarak Watara, the buses form part of a government procurement […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:00:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Sets Up 12&#45;Member Presidential Advisory Group to Guide Economic Policy</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-sets-up-12-member-presidential-advisory-group-to-guide-economic-policy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government has inaugurated a 12-member Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, composed of experienced professionals from academia, public service, and the private sector, to provide strategic guidance on Ghana’s economic policies. Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is among the members, alongside respected economist and private sector leader Mr Kwame Pianim and industrialist Sir […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:53:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SSNIT Announces GH¢69,000 Ceiling For Maximum Insurable Earnings</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ssnit-announces-gh%25c2%25a269000-ceiling-for-maximum-insurable-earnings</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has announced an increase in the maximum insurable earnings for contributors under its scheme, effective January 1, 2026. In a public notice issued on January 14, 2026, SSNIT said the adjustment, made in consultation with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), raises the ceiling from GH¢61,000 to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:41:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ecobank Rewards 3,500 Customers Nationwide As Part Of 35th Anniversary Promo Draw</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ecobank-rewards-3500-customers-nationwide-as-part-of-35th-anniversary-promo-draw</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ecobank Ghana has rewarded more than 3,500 customers nationwide in its latest monthly promotional draw held at Kasoa, as part of activities marking the bank’s 35th anniversary. The promotion is aimed at rewarding customer loyalty and encouraging a savings culture, with a target of reaching 10,000 beneficiaries before the campaign ends. Speaking to some journalists, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:22:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GPRTU Rejects Claims of Fare Gouging, Blames ‘Floating Vehicles’ for Overcharging</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gprtu-rejects-claims-of-fare-gouging-blames-floating-vehicles-for-overcharging</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gprtu-rejects-claims-of-fare-gouging-blames-floating-vehicles-for-overcharging</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has strongly denied allegations that its members are deliberately overcharging passengers amid reported shortages of public transport vehicles. The denial follows comments by the Minister of State for Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, who accused some transport operators of creating artificial scarcity in order to hike fares, leaving […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:18:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>B1&#45;B2 Visas Not Affected By US Immigrant Visa Pause – Ambassador Smith</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/b1-b2-visas-not-affected-by-us-immigrant-visa-pause-ambassador-smith</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has clarified that the United States’ decision to temporarily halt immigrant visa processing does not affect non-immigrant visas for Ghanaians. The clarification is expected to allay concerns among Ghanaians planning short-term travel to the United States for business or tourism, as B1-B2 visas remain unaffected by […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:10:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kwakye Ofosu: Artificial Shortages Worsening Accra Transport Woes</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kwakye-ofosu-artificial-shortages-worsening-accra-transport-woes</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has attributed the recent worsening transportation challenges in Accra to unlawful practices by some private transport operators. According to him, some drivers artificially create a scarcity within the transport system, especially within urban centres at peak hours, to drive up their profits. Transportation […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:55:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Transport Minister Summons GPRTU Over ‘Artificial Vehicle Shortages’ in Accra</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/transport-minister-summons-gprtu-over-artificial-vehicle-shortages-in-accra</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has summoned officials of the Ghana Private Roads and Transport Union (GPRTU) and other commercial transport operators over the creation of artificial scarcity in the sector. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Mr Kwakye Ofosu said some commercial vehicle operators are engaging in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:44:59 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Auditor&#45;General Raises Alarm Over 2,000+ Weapon Interceptions At Airports</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/auditor-general-raises-alarm-over-2000-weapon-interceptions-at-airports</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A startling revelation from the 2024 Auditor-General’s report has exposed significant security concerns at Ghana’s airports, documenting the interception of over 2,000 guns and ammunition from passengers in the year 2023 alone. The findings prompted intense scrutiny today as officials from the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) appeared before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC). Vice […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>What Ghanaians Consumed Most Last Year – 2025 Performance Of FMCG Sector In Ghana: Full&#45;Year Review</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/what-ghanaians-consumed-most-last-year-2025-performance-of-fmcg-sector-in-ghana-full-year-review</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/what-ghanaians-consumed-most-last-year-2025-performance-of-fmcg-sector-in-ghana-full-year-review</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ New research conducted by the top Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) market and economic research agency and consultancy company in Ghana, SumsureIQ, shows that Ghana’s Fast Moving Consumer Goods sector has seen significant improvements in a difficult landscape characterised by cost-of-living crises, exchange rate volatility and constant inflationary pressures in 2025 compared to 2024. Over […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:51:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Governor Urges Finance Ministry to Rethink Funding Model for GoldBod Amid Rising Losses</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-governor-urges-finance-ministry-to-rethink-funding-model-for-goldbod-amid-rising-losses</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-governor-urges-finance-ministry-to-rethink-funding-model-for-goldbod-amid-rising-losses</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has appealed to the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, to consider a sustainable financing structure for the Ghana Gold Board’s (GoldBod) trading model. Responding to questions about the losses borne by the Bank of Ghana on behalf of GoldBod in its gold purchasing activities, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:19:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana AI Summit Launches Innovation Challenge to Tackle National Challenges with Local Data</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-ai-summit-launches-innovation-challenge-to-tackle-national-challenges-with-local-data</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-ai-summit-launches-innovation-challenge-to-tackle-national-challenges-with-local-data</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana AI Summit &amp; Awards, in partnership with Knowledge Innovations, Ghana AI Research Network (GAIN), and collaborators, today announced the launch of the Ghana AI Innovation Challenge. This action research competition calls on data scientists, technologists, researchers, and innovators to develop AI-powered solutions using Ghanaian datasets across key domains including agriculture, healthcare, financial inclusion, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 03:26:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Card Mandatory For Banking And Digital Transactions – BoG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-card-mandatory-for-banking-and-digital-transactions-bog</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a revised Supervisory Guidance Note on the use of the Ghana Card, reinforcing it as the primary and, in most cases, sole form of identification for financial transactions across the country. The directive, which replaces the June 2022 guidance, takes immediate effect and highlights the National Identity Authority […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 18:31:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>10% Average Pension Increment Not Enough – Concerned SSNIT Pensioners Forum</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/10-average-pension-increment-not-enough-concerned-ssnit-pensioners-forum</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Concerned SSNIT Pensioners Forum has welcomed the announced 10 per cent average pension increase for 2026 but says the adjustment is inadequate and does little to ease the economic hardship faced by retirees, especially those on the lowest incomes. In a statement, the group argued that without a guaranteed minimum living pension, percentage increases […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:21:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Reveals Plans To Replace TV Licence With Media Levy</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-reveals-plans-to-replace-tv-licence-with-media-levy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that Cabinet is reviewing Ghana’s current television licence system and will submit proposed legal amendments to Parliament after internal consultations are concluded. He made this known during a visit to the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) on Thursday, January 8, as part of his engagements with key state institutions. According […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 18:32:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>When Bretton Woods Meets Novelty: Why GoldBod Disturbs Orthodoxy – and Why Ghana Must Run It Impeccably</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/when-bretton-woods-meets-novelty-why-goldbod-disturbs-orthodoxy-and-why-ghana-must-run-it-impeccably</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bretton Woods institutions, and particularly the International Monetary Fund,Orthodoxy – and, have a long and revealing history with economic novelty in the developing world. Their reactions are often misunderstood as ideological hostility or geopolitical bias. In reality, they are better explained as institutional reflexes.reflexes. The International Monetary Fund is not neutral in the abstract. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:32:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Money Will Start Flowing Into Gov’t Coffers Due To ORAL – A&#45;G Assures</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/money-will-start-flowing-into-govt-coffers-due-to-oral-a-g-assures</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has disclosed that the government is on course to begin receiving funds into the public purse from ongoing asset and cash recovery efforts under Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL). Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ Newsfile, Dr Ayine said preliminary assessments have already been made on the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:08:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GH¢22 Million in Tax Evasion Confirmed in DRIP Transactions – Attorney&#45;General</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gh%25c2%25a222-million-in-tax-evasion-confirmed-in-drip-transactions-attorney-general</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, has revealed that investigations under Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) have uncovered GH¢22 million in confirmed tax evasion linked to transactions under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP). Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, January 10, Dr Ayine said the amount was established […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:41:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghanaians Can Build It: Devtraco Takes Its Vision Beyond Borders</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanaians-can-build-it-devtraco-takes-its-vision-beyond-borders</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Development Director of Devtraco Group, Sydney Quaye, has delivered a powerful message of confidence, gratitude, and global ambition, as the company marked another defining moment in its more than 30-year journey in Ghana’s real estate industry. Speaking at the unveiling of The Pelican Hotel in Accra, Mr Quaye described Devtraco as living proof that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:35:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Real Estate Industry Is Not Being Used As A Conduit For Money Laundering&#45; Devtraco CEO Rejects Claims</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/real-estate-industry-is-not-being-used-as-a-conduit-for-money-laundering-devtraco-ceo-rejects-claims</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s leading real estate firm, Devtraco Group, has strongly rejected claims that the real estate industry is being used as a conduit for money laundering, insisting that many developers are running transparent, legitimate, and value-driven businesses that are transforming the country’s urban landscape. The clarification was made by the Chief Executive Officer of Devtraco Group, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 10:35:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Devtraco Group Unveils Pelican Hotel, Reaffirms Commitment to Transparency</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/devtraco-group-unveils-pelican-hotel-reaffirms-commitment-to-transparency</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of Devtraco Group, Francis Okai Okoh, has reiterated the company’s commitment to transparency, innovation, and responsible real estate development as the firm officially launched The Pelican Hotel at Cantoment, Accra, during a media press soiree. Addressing journalists, stakeholders, and partners at the event, Mr Okoh described the gathering as a symbolic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 10:15:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Orders Review Of NLA&#45;KGL Contract</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-orders-review-of-nla-kgl-contract</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Mahama has directed a comprehensive review and potential renegotiation of the contract between the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and KGL Group/KGL Technology Limited. The order, contained in a memorandum from the Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, cites recent publications by The Fourth Estate and preliminary consultations with the Attorney-General and the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 08:39:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG’s Injection Of US$10bn To Stabilise Cedi: I Disagree With Critics – Dr. Nsafoah</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bogs-injection-of-us10bn-to-stabilise-cedi-i-disagree-with-critics-dr-nsafoah</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bogs-injection-of-us10bn-to-stabilise-cedi-i-disagree-with-critics-dr-nsafoah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A monetary economist, Dr Dennis Nsafoah, says he disagrees with critics of the Bank of Ghana over the injection of US$10 billion into the Ghanaian economy to stabilise the cedi. In recent weeks, the Bank of Ghana has faced criticism for “pumping US$10 billion” into the economy to stabilise the exchange rate. Critics argue that […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:42:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>About 2,000 Rubber Farmers Protest In Sekondi&#45;Tarkoradi Over Calls To Ban Raw Rubber Exports</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/about-2000-rubber-farmers-protest-in-sekondi-tarkoradi-over-calls-to-ban-raw-rubber-exports</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/about-2000-rubber-farmers-protest-in-sekondi-tarkoradi-over-calls-to-ban-raw-rubber-exports</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ About 2,000 rubber farmers and aggregators from the Western region have staged a peaceful demonstration in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis to protest calls for a total ban on raw rubber exports, describing claims against the trade as misleading and self-serving. The demonstrators, drawn from rubber-growing communities across the Western Region, marched through some principal streets of […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:36:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>UK Condemns X Over AI&#45;Generated Nude Images of Women And Children</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/uk-condemns-x-over-ai-generated-nude-images-of-women-and-children</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/uk-condemns-x-over-ai-generated-nude-images-of-women-and-children</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ofcom has made “urgent contact” with Elon Musk’s company xAI following reports its AI tool Grok can be used to make “sexualised images of children” and undress women. A spokesperson for the regulator said it was also investigating concerns Grok has been producing “undressed images” of people. The BBC has seen several examples on the social […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 07:20:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Vice President Inspects Proposed Free Zones Industrial Park Site At Gomoa Central</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/vice-president-inspects-proposed-free-zones-industrial-park-site-at-gomoa-central</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang on Wednesday led a delegation to inspect the proposed site for the Free Zones Industrial Park in Gomoa Central. The $1.5 billion project is expected to generate 60,000 jobs and spans 21,000 acres as part of the Gomoa Central Special Economic Zone (GCSEZ), a development aimed at promoting sustainable […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:57:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GTEC Restores Recognition of ICAG</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gtec-restores-recognition-of-icag</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has restored its recognition of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG), following the successful implementation of corrective measures to address issues that led to the temporary withdrawal of the Institute’s status. In a letter dated January 8, 2026, and signed by Jerry Sarfo, Director of Corporate Affairs, on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:27:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>SSNIT Approves 10% Increase In Pension Payments For 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ssnit-approves-10-increase-in-pension-payments-for-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has approved a 10 per cent increase in pension payments for 2026. The upward adjustment, approved in consultation with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), will see all pensioners receive a 6 per cent fixed increase, plus a redistributed portion from the remaining 4 per cent. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:09:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Inflation Falls Sharply as Ghana’s Economic Fundamentals Improve – BoG Governor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/inflation-falls-sharply-as-ghanas-economic-fundamentals-improve-bog-governor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has announced a significant strengthening of Ghana’s economic fundamentals, citing a sharp and sustained decline in inflation as a major indicator of growing macroeconomic stability. Dr Asiama made the disclosure on Wednesday, March 7, when the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, paid a courtesy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:14:46 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Your Gov’t Has Done Spectacularly Well – Ishmael Yamson Tells Mahama</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/your-govt-has-done-spectacularly-well-ishmael-yamson-tells-mahama</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/your-govt-has-done-spectacularly-well-ishmael-yamson-tells-mahama</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Board Chairman of MTN Ghana, Dr Ishmael Yamson, has commended the government of President John Dramani Mahama for what he described as a remarkable performance in stabilising Ghana’s economy during its first year in office. Dr Yamson made the remarks while delivering the keynote address at the Annual New Year School and Conference held at […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:21:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Drivers Union Applauds Fuel Price Reduction, Calls for Enforcement of Approved Transport Fares</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/drivers-union-applauds-fuel-price-reduction-calls-for-enforcement-of-approved-transport-fares</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/drivers-union-applauds-fuel-price-reduction-calls-for-enforcement-of-approved-transport-fares</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana have expressed appreciation to the government and the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for the recent reduction in fuel prices, describing the move as a significant relief to drivers and transport owners across the country. In a press release, the union said the reduction in fuel prices has led to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:09:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Vows To Deliver Lasting Economic Reforms In Second Term</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-vows-to-deliver-lasting-economic-reforms-in-second-term</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-vows-to-deliver-lasting-economic-reforms-in-second-term</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his determination to make his second term count, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening Ghana’s economy and improving governance systems. According to him, his second mandate will focus on implementing enduring economic and governance reforms that cannot be undone by future administrations. President Mahama returned to power for a second […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:02:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Asiama: BoG, Finance Ministry, GoldBod To Organise Policy Workshop On DGPP</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/asiama-bog-finance-ministry-goldbod-to-organise-policy-workshop-on-dgpp</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/asiama-bog-finance-ministry-goldbod-to-organise-policy-workshop-on-dgpp</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has indicated that the Central Bank, in collaboration with GoldBod and the Ministry of Finance, will organise a targeted policy workshop to assess ways of improving the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) in line with global standards. Addressing participants at the 77th Annual New […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:56:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Infinix Unveils A Joyful Tech Era with Always&#45;On Satellite Communication and Game&#45;Ready Cooling at CES 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/infinix-unveils-a-joyful-tech-era-with-always-on-satellite-communication-and-game-ready-cooling-at-ces-2026</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/infinix-unveils-a-joyful-tech-era-with-always-on-satellite-communication-and-game-ready-cooling-at-ces-2026</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At CES Showstoppers 2026, Infinix, an innovation-driven technology brand, unveiled a portfolio of groundbreaking innovations, signalling a new phase of mobile technology evolution under its “Joyful Tech, Beyond Limits” philosophy. From Infinix’s first global satellite communication solution to the industry’s first HydroFlow liquid cooling architecture and active visual backplate technology for smartphones, Infinix is leaving […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:35:52 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>PMMC Recorded $460m Loss Under NPP In 2024– Eric Opoku</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/pmmc-recorded-460m-loss-under-npp-in-2024-eric-opoku</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/pmmc-recorded-460m-loss-under-npp-in-2024-eric-opoku</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has disclosed that the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC) recorded losses of about $460 million in 2024 under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration. Speaking on Ekosii Sen on Asempa FM on Monday, January 5, 2025, Mr Opoku attributed the losses largely to gold purchases made […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:58:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>We Only Source Gold From Licensed Aggregators, Not ‘Galamseyers’ – GoldBod Clarifies</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/we-only-source-gold-from-licensed-aggregators-not-galamseyers-goldbod-clarifies</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/we-only-source-gold-from-licensed-aggregators-not-galamseyers-goldbod-clarifies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has dismissed claims that it purchases gold from illegal miners, locally referred to as galamseyers. In an FAQ issued on Monday, January 5, 2026, the board clarified that it does not buy gold directly from miners. To ensure compliance, GoldBod, which is just eight months old, is developing a blockchain-based […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:51:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Flutterwave Acquires Nigerian Open Banking Startup Mono in $25–40 Million All&#45;Stock Deal</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/flutterwave-acquires-nigerian-open-banking-startup-mono-in-25-40-million-all-stock-deal</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/flutterwave-acquires-nigerian-open-banking-startup-mono-in-25-40-million-all-stock-deal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Flutterwave has completed the acquisition of Nigerian open banking startup Mono in an all-equity transaction estimated at between US$25 million and US$40 million, marking one of the most notable consolidation deals in Africa’s fintech space. The transaction unites Africa’s largest payments platform with a leading provider of financial data infrastructure, positioning Flutterwave to build a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:23:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>New License Plates On Hold As DVLA Awaits Parliamentary Approval – Stephen Attuah</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/new-license-plates-on-hold-as-dvla-awaits-parliamentary-approval-stephen-attuah</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/new-license-plates-on-hold-as-dvla-awaits-parliamentary-approval-stephen-attuah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has explained that the rollout of the new vehicle plate system has been delayed due to legal and parliamentary requirements. The Authority had intended to introduce new number plates that would drop the year-based suffix and feature Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. The digital plates were designed to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:29:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Yagbonwura Appeals for Airport in Savannah Region</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/yagbonwura-appeals-for-airport-in-savannah-region</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/yagbonwura-appeals-for-airport-in-savannah-region</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Overlord of the Gonja Kingdom, Yagbonwura Bii-kunu Jewu Soale I, has appealed to the government to consider the construction of an airport in the Savannah Region to enhance connectivity and accelerate socio-economic development. The appeal was made during a working visit by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to the Jakpa Palace […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:55:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Issues New Guidelines to Regulate International Money Transfer Operators</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-issues-new-guidelines-to-regulate-international-money-transfer-operators</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-issues-new-guidelines-to-regulate-international-money-transfer-operators</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued new guidelines to govern the registration and operations of International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in Ghana as part of measures to strengthen regulatory oversight and enhance transparency in the remittance market. The guidelines were issued pursuant to Section 4(1)(e) of the Bank of Ghana Act, 2002 (Act 612) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 07:15:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sammy Gyamfi: Goldbod Made Over GHS960m In 2025; No Losses Recorded;</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-goldbod-made-over-ghs960m-in-2025-no-losses-recorded</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-goldbod-made-over-ghs960m-in-2025-no-losses-recorded</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has rejected claims that GoldBod made losses under the Gold-for-Reserves programme, saying the institution ended 2025 with a strong financial surplus. Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, January 3, Mr Gyamfi described reports suggesting a US$214 million loss as false. He said GoldBod generated […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 05:42:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sammy Gyamfi: Proper Accounting Ensured GoldBod Made No Losses</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-proper-accounting-ensured-goldbod-made-no-losses</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-proper-accounting-ensured-goldbod-made-no-losses</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has explained that the institution has not recorded any losses because it has fully accounted for all funds provided by the Bank of Ghana. Speaking on News File on Saturday, January 3, Mr Gyamfi said GoldBod delivered the equivalent value in gold for every cedi […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 05:37:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>25% Increase In Academic Fees For 2025/2026 Academic Due To SRC, GRASAG Charges – UG clarifies</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Management of the University of Ghana (UG) has clarified that the reported over 25% increase in academic fees for the 2025/2026 academic year across all colleges is largely due to third-party charges imposed by student leadership and not by the university authorities. The clarification follows concerns raised by students over what they describe as a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 07:13:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DVLA Rolls Out ‘26’ Plates As New Regime Stalls</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dvla-rolls-out-26-plates-as-new-regime-stalls</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that it has officially transitioned from the “25” to the “26” vehicle number plate suffix, effective Friday, January 2, 2026, following delays in the rollout of a new vehicle registration system. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show, the Director of Corporate Affairs at the DVLA, Stephen […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:19:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Cuts Tariffs Across All Services Following VAT Reforms</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-cuts-tariffs-across-all-services-following-vat-reforms</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has announced a reduction in tariffs across all its products and services, effective January 2, 2026, becoming one of the first major service providers to reflect the country’s new Value Added Tax (VAT) framework in its pricing. In a message sent to customers on Friday, the telecommunications giant said the tariff reductions are […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 20:42:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>University of Ghana Raises 2025/26 Academic Fees By Over 25%</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/university-of-ghana-raises-2025-26-academic-fees-by-over-25</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Students of the University of Ghana are expressing concern following a significant increase in academic fees for the 2025/2026 academic year, with increments exceeding 25 per cent across all colleges. Although university management is yet to officially explain the reasons behind the sharp rise, the provisional schedule of academic fees for the 2025/26 academic year […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:01:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Full Text: President Mahama Delivers New Year Message</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/full-text-president-mahama-delivers-new-year-message</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama on January 1, 2026, delivered his New Year message to the nation from the Jubilee House, assuring Ghanaians that the country is steadily emerging from the economic and social hardships it faced a year ago. The President declared that Ghana is “rising again” after 12 months of reforms and prudent economic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Unveils Bold 2026 Roadmap, Promises Faster Reforms and Inclusive Growth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-unveils-bold-2026-roadmap-promises-faster-reforms-and-inclusive-growth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has outlined an ambitious national roadmap for 2026, signalling an accelerated pace of reforms and development programmes aimed at strengthening social protection, transforming the economy, and consolidating Ghana’s democratic governance. In his New Year’s Message to the Nation on January 1, 2026, the President said the gains recorded in 2025 have […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:48:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OMCs Slash Fuel Prices As Cedi Gains</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/omcs-slash-fuel-prices-as-cedi-gains</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Motorists have received a welcome New Year gift as several Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) implemented marginal reductions in ex-pump fuel prices at the start of the January pricing window. The price cuts, which took effect in the early hours of the New Year, reflect a continued downward trend in petroleum costs, providing relief for both […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:35:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GoldBod Saga: Gold Trading Benefits Go Beyond Profit And Loss – GNASSM</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/goldbod-saga-gold-trading-benefits-go-beyond-profit-and-loss-gnassm</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners (GNASSM) has called on both the majority and minority in parliament to safeguard the progress made in the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) gold sector, warning against interference driven by short-term political interests or external pressures. In a statement issued on Wednesday, January 1, 2026, and signed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 13:30:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Road Contractors Laud Gov’t For Settling Some Arrears</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/road-contractors-laud-govt-for-settling-some-arrears</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Association of Road Contractors has commended the Mahama administration for settling part of the arrears owed to road contractors. The payments follow allocations in the 2025 budget aimed at clearing outstanding debts, enabling contractors to execute road projects across the country. Speaking to Citi News, the immediate past Chairman of the Association, John Afful, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 04:33:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cedi Posts Marginal Gains As Year&#45;End Nears; $1 Now ¢11.11</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cedi-posts-marginal-gains-as-year-end-nears-1-now-%25c2%25a211-11</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/cedi-posts-marginal-gains-as-year-end-nears-1-now-%25c2%25a211-11</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Pressure on the Ghana cedi is easing as the year draws to a close, marking a notable turnaround after years of sustained volatility. The improved stability is offering relief to businesses that rely heavily on predictable exchange rates for planning, pricing and cross-border transactions. Last week, the Ghana cedi started trading on the interbank market […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:05:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Minority Warns Ghana Could Lose $300m, Demands Probe</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/minority-warns-ghana-could-lose-300m-demands-probe</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minority in Parliament has raised grave concerns over the operations of GoldBod, warning that Ghana risks losing up to $300 million in 2025 under what it describes as a deeply flawed and opaque gold trading arrangement that threatens the economy, the environment, and national institutions. Addressing the media during the Christmas period, the Minority […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:48:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sammy Gyamfi Fires Back at Minority Over IMF $214m G4R Loss, Teases Major January Exposé</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-fires-back-at-minority-over-imf-214m-g4r-loss-teases-major-january-expose</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-fires-back-at-minority-over-imf-214m-g4r-loss-teases-major-january-expose</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced plans to publicly respond to and clarify issues surrounding the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) reported $214 million loss under the Bank of Ghana’s Gold for Reserves (G4R) programme. In a statement shared on X formerly of Twitter,  Mr Gyamfi said he will begin a detailed […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:09:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>56% Of Ghanaians Believe Standard Of Living Has Improved Better Than Last Year&#45; Global InfoAnalytics</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/56-of-ghanaians-believe-standard-of-living-has-improved-better-than-last-year-global-infoanalytics</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ 56% of Ghanaians believe the standard of living has improved better than last year, according to a new national tracking poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics, signalling growing optimism among citizens amid the rollout of the 2026 national budget. The survey, released on Monday, December 29, revealed that more than half of respondents believe their living […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:46:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Completes Fifth IMF Review, Posts Strong Macroeconomic Gains Amid Ongoing Reforms</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-completes-fifth-imf-review-posts-strong-macroeconomic-gains-amid-ongoing-reforms</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-completes-fifth-imf-review-posts-strong-macroeconomic-gains-amid-ongoing-reforms</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has successfully completed the Fifth Review of its International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Credit Facility (ECF)-supported programme, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic recovery efforts. The review was concluded on December 17, 2025, and formally documented in IMF Country Report No. 25/343. The IMF acknowledged the substantial macroeconomic progress Ghana has made […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 09:43:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>IMF Urges Bank of Ghana to Keep Rate Cuts Gradual, Data&#45;Driven</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/imf-urges-bank-of-ghana-to-keep-rate-cuts-gradual-data-driven</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to proceed cautiously with any further reduction in the policy rate, stressing that future monetary easing must remain gradual and firmly anchored on economic data. The recommendation was contained in the IMF’s latest Staff Review of Ghana’s bailout programme, which assessed recent macroeconomic […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:56:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>DVLA suspends rollout of new number plates</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/dvla-suspends-rollout-of-new-number-plates</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has suspended the planned rollout of the new vehicle licence plates, initially scheduled to take effect on January 2, 2026, citing unresolved legal and legislative challenges. In a statement, the Authority explained that Parliament successfully amended the Road Traffic Act, 2004 (Act 683), the necessary changes to the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:37:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Kumasi Mayor Orders Traders to Vacate Ahodwo–Asokwa Interchange Expansion</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kumasi-mayor-orders-traders-to-vacate-ahodwo-asokwa-interchange-expansion</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/kumasi-mayor-orders-traders-to-vacate-ahodwo-asokwa-interchange-expansion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of Kumasi, Richard Ofori-Agyemang Boadi, has instructed traders and other operators occupying the stretch between the Asokwa Interchange and the Ahodwo Roundabout to leave the area by January 4, 2026, warning that failure to comply will result in forced eviction. The directive is linked to ongoing preparations to dualise the Ahodwo–Asokwa Interchange section […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 08:41:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Vehicle Embossment Association of Ghana Seeks Court Injunction to Halt DVLA’s Digital Number Plate Rollout</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/vehicle-embossment-association-of-ghana-seeks-court-injunction-to-halt-dvlas-digital-number-plate-rollout</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/vehicle-embossment-association-of-ghana-seeks-court-injunction-to-halt-dvlas-digital-number-plate-rollout</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Vehicle Embossment Association of Ghana (VEMAG) has filed an injunction at the High Court in Accra asking that the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) be restrained from rolling out a digital or any new vehicle number plate registration system beginning in January 2026. The suit was filed by BEMENCO Embossment Ltd and 26 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:25:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Increases Annual Licence Fee For SDIs To GHC50,000</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-increases-annual-licence-fee-for-sdis-to-ghc50000</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-increases-annual-licence-fee-for-sdis-to-ghc50000</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana has announced a revision of the annual licensing fee for all Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs), effective January 1, 2026. According to Citi News sources, SDIs will be required to pay GH¢50,000 as their annual licence fee for the 2026 financial year. The revision, which is consistent with Section 12(2)(b) of the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 07:16:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Launches Business Eye, A Smart Surveillance Solution For Business</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-launches-business-eye-a-smart-surveillance-solution-for-business</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Leading telecommunications provider MTN Ghana has unveiled Business Eye, its new enterprise surveillance solution, now officially available to businesses across the country. Designed to empower companies to monitor assets, oversee operations, and stay connected 24/7. Business Eye is ideal for a wide range of environments, including retail shops, restaurants, fuel stations, warehouses and offices. Business […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:41:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Elon Musk Becomes First Person Worth Over $700 billion</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/elon-musk-becomes-first-person-worth-over-700-billion</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has cemented his position as the wealthiest individual in modern history after his net worth surged to an estimated $749 billion, following a landmark ruling by the Delaware Supreme Court that reinstated his controversial Tesla stock options. According to Forbes’ Billionaires Index, Musk’s wealth jumped late Friday after the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:10:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Chaos at Tse Addo as Fire Breaks Out at Unique Floral Shop</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/chaos-at-tse-addo-as-fire-breaks-out-at-unique-floral-shop</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/chaos-at-tse-addo-as-fire-breaks-out-at-unique-floral-shop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A fire outbreak has razed parts of the Unique Floral shop at Tse Addo in Accra, triggering panic and drawing a large crowd on Sunday evening. The blaze is reported to have started around 5:30 p.m., quickly spreading through sections of the shop and causing significant damage to property. Thick smoke billowed into the sky […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 19:39:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Legalises Cryptocurrency Trading with Passage of Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-legalises-cryptocurrency-trading-with-passage-of-virtual-asset-service-providers-bill-2025</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-legalises-cryptocurrency-trading-with-passage-of-virtual-asset-service-providers-bill-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Cryptocurrency trading is now officially legal in Ghana following the passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, marking a historic moment for the nation’s financial sector. Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, announced the development during the annual Nine Lessons, Carols and Thanksgiving Service at the Bank Square in […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Steps Up Inter&#45;Agency Crackdown on Unlicensed Financial Institutions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-steps-up-inter-agency-crackdown-on-unlicensed-financial-institutions</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bog-steps-up-inter-agency-crackdown-on-unlicensed-financial-institutions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced plans to significantly deepen its collaboration with key state agencies in a renewed push to dismantle the operations of unlicensed financial institutions operating across the country. The move, according to the central bank, forms part of a broader strategy to protect Ghana’s financial system from illegal operators whose […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:51:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>TikTok Owner Signs Agreements To Avoid US Ban</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/tiktok-owner-signs-agreements-to-avoid-us-ban</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, has reached binding agreements with US and global investors for a majority stake in its American operations, signalling a resolution to years of uncertainty over the platform’s future in the United States. In a memo sent to employees on Thursday, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew outlined the structure of the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 05:42:12 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>It Will Be A Small Miracle To Extradite Ken Ofori&#45;Atta — Kofi Bentil</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/it-will-be-a-small-miracle-to-extradite-ken-ofori-atta-kofi-bentil</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/it-will-be-a-small-miracle-to-extradite-ken-ofori-atta-kofi-bentil</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Senior Vice President of IMANI-Africa and lawyer Kofi Bentil has described the extradition of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a “small miracle”, noting the legal complexities and high-calibre defence team the former minister is expected to deploy. Speaking on JoyNews, Bentil said, “What the Attorney-General did was manage expectations of the public by informing […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:11:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Starlink Satellite Suffers Orbital Anomaly, Begins Uncontrolled Descent Toward Earth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/starlink-satellite-suffers-orbital-anomaly-begins-uncontrolled-descent-toward-earth</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ One of SpaceX’s Starlink broadband internet satellites has suffered a serious anomaly in orbit and is now plunging back toward Earth, the company has confirmed. The incident occurred on Wednesday, December 17, when the Starlink spacecraft operating at an altitude of about 260 miles (418 kilometres) experienced a malfunction that led to a complete loss […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:09:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OpenAI In Talks With Amazon About Investment That Could Exceed $10 Billion</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with Amazon regarding a potential investment and a strategic agreement to use Amazon’s artificial intelligence chips, CNBC confirmed on Tuesday. Sources familiar with the talks indicated that the investment could exceed $10 billion, although details remain fluid and subject to change. The discussions follow OpenAI’s recent corporate restructuring in October […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:36:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Airtel Africa Teams Up With Starlink To Launch Direct&#45;To&#45;Cell Service In 14 Markets</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/airtel-africa-teams-up-with-starlink-to-launch-direct-to-cell-service-in-14-markets</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Airtel Africa has announced a partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellite technology across all its 14 African markets, a move aimed at expanding network connectivity in areas lacking terrestrial coverage. The service, slated to roll out in 2026, will initially provide data for select applications and text messaging. Airtel Africa said customers with […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:15:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Card to Become Mandatory for Motor Insurance from January 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-card-to-become-mandatory-for-motor-insurance-from-january-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The National Insurance Commission (NIC) has announced that, starting January 1, 2026, the Ghana Card will be mandatory for purchasing or renewing all motor insurance policies. The move is part of efforts to strengthen regulation and combat fraud in the insurance sector. In a public notice, the Commission stated that the directive applies to all […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:51:22 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Jospong Group Donates Towards Zoomlion Central Mosque Completion</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In a significant demonstration of interfaith support and community development, the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, on behalf of the group, has announced a major donation towards the completion of the Zoomlion Central Mosque, Ashalley Botwe-Nmai Dzorn. Speaking at a heartfelt ceremony attended by the Imam of the Mosque, Imam […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:53:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Church of Pentecost Taught Me Success Without Christ Is Failure &#45;Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/church-of-pentecost-taught-me-success-without-christ-is-failure-dr-joseph-siaw-agyepong</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Elder Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong has described the completion and presentation of a new ultra-modern church complex at Trassaco in Accra as a spiritual thanksgiving rather than a display of wealth, crediting the Church of Pentecost for shaping his faith, character, and leadership journey. Speaking at the thanksgiving and dedication service, Dr Siaw Agyepong paid […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:34:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Connected Me To Tanzania and Kenyan President&#45; Dr. Siaw Agyepong</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-connected-me-to-tanzania-and-kenyan-president-dr-siaw-agyepong</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Founder and Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, has paid glowing tribute to President John Dramani Mahama for personally connecting him to the presidents of Tanzania and Kenya, an intervention he says expanded the group’s footprint across Africa during a thanksgiving service to mark the completion of a new ultra-modern church […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:55:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Azumah Resources Signs $37m Deal For Black Volta Gold Project</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/azumah-resources-signs-37m-deal-for-black-volta-gold-project</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Azumah Resources has entered into a $37.5 million procurement agreement with leading Danish mining technology firm FLSmidth (FLS) to speed up development of the Black Volta and Sankofa gold concessions. The deal secures key long-lead equipment such as crushers, mills, processing systems, and technical support packages, which typically takes close to a year to manufacture. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:02:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Okada Riders Association: Traffic Light Violators Will Face Sanctions</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/okada-riders-association-traffic-light-violators-will-face-sanctions</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Okada Riders Association of Ghana has affirmed its readiness to enforce strict discipline among commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators following the recent passage of the Road Traffic Amendment Bill 2025 by Parliament. The legislation formally legalises commercial operations for motorcycles and tricycles while introducing enhanced regulations to improve road safety. Speaking on Channel One […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:24:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fuel Prices Set To Drop For Christmas – Oil Marketers Board Chair Assures</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fuel-prices-set-to-drop-for-christmas-oil-marketers-board-chair-assures</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghanaians are set to benefit from lower fuel prices this Christmas, according to Gabriel Kumi, Board Chairman of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC). The announcement comes amid a sustained decline in global petroleum product prices, which is expected to translate into relief for consumers. Speaking on PM Express Business Edition, Mr Kumi said […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:33:09 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Pensioners Must Self&#45;Validate Annually to Guarantee Pay — SSNIT</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/pensioners-must-self-validate-annually-to-guarantee-pay-ssnit</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has rolled out a new Annual Pensioner Certificate Renewal Policy requiring all pensioners to renew their certificates every year to ensure the integrity of their benefits. The policy, aimed at protecting the pensions of over 257,000 retirees, will take effect from April 2026. The initiative marks a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:41:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>90% of Ghanaian Drivers Skip Driving Schools &#45;GNADS</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/90-of-ghanaian-drivers-skip-driving-schools-gnads</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Chairman of the Ghana National Association of Driving Schools (GNADS), Emmanuel Danso, has sounded the alarm over the country’s dangerously low levels of formal driver training, revealing that only 10% of Ghanaian drivers learn to drive through accredited driving schools. Describing the figure as “staggering”, Mr Danso said the situation is a major contributing factor […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:15:56 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>A&#45;G Surcharges Former NSA Bosses Over GH¢2.4bn “Well&#45;Orchestrated Conspiracy”</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/a-g-surcharges-former-nsa-bosses-over-gh%25c2%25a22-4bn-well-orchestrated-conspiracy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Office of the Auditor-General has triggered its constitutional powers to surcharge former top officials of the National Service Authority (NSA) and their collaborators after a sweeping forensic audit uncovered what it describes as a “well-orchestrated conspiracy” to syphon GH¢2.4 billion from state coffers. The audit, covering January 2018 to December 2024, was submitted to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:03:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Top Fintech Voices Unveils 2nd Edition of Influential Magazine Celebrating Africa’s Leading Digital Finance Innovators</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/top-fintech-voices-unveils-2nd-edition-of-influential-magazine-celebrating-africas-leading-digital-finance-innovators</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Africa’s rapidly evolving fintech landscape received a major boost last week as Top Fintech Voices officially launched the 2nd Edition of its annual magazine, a flagship publication dedicated to highlighting the thought leaders, innovators, and professionals shaping the future of digital finance across the continent. The new edition pays tribute to individuals whose work continues […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:29:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Crackdown On Black Market Dealers Hurting Forex Market – COPEC’s Duncan Amoah</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/crackdown-on-black-market-dealers-hurting-forex-market-copecs-duncan-amoah</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has cautioned that the government’s sudden crackdown on black market forex dealers is already causing distortions in the forex market and aggravating the volatility of the cedi, a development he says threatens ongoing efforts to stabilise fuel prices. Speaking on PM Express Business Edition […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:40:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Pumps $10bn Into Forex Market To Aid Cedi’s Stability</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-pumps-10bn-into-forex-market-to-aid-cedis-stability</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has injected approximately $10 billion into the foreign exchange market since January 2025, in one of its most significant interventions in recent years aimed at stabilising the cedi and supporting dollar demand across key sectors of the economy. According to highly placed sources within the central bank, the amount represents […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:29:11 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Black Market Arrests Trigger Rate Volatility, COPEC Reveals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/black-market-arrests-trigger-rate-volatility-copec-reveals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has warned that the recent crackdown on black market currency dealers is worsening instability in Ghana’s foreign exchange market and posing a direct threat to fuel price stability. According to him, the cedi, already under pressure in recent weeks, is now experiencing sharp, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:21:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OpenAI Lands $1bn Deal To Bring Disney Characters To ChatGPT and Sora</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/openai-lands-1bn-deal-to-bring-disney-characters-to-chatgpt-and-sora</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Disney has agreed to invest $1 billion (£740 million) in OpenAI as part of a landmark partnership that will allow users to generate images and videos featuring more than 200 of the entertainment giant’s iconic characters through ChatGPT and OpenAI’s video-generation tool, Sora. The agreement, announced on Thursday, marks the first time a major Hollywood […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:10:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Crypto Fraudster Jailed 15 Years for ‘Epic’ $40bn Fraud</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/crypto-fraudster-jailed-15-years-for-epic-40bn-fraud</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A New York court has sentenced former cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon to 15 years in prison for orchestrating what a judge described as an “epic, generational” fraud that wiped out an estimated $40 billion in investor assets. Kwon, a South Korean national and co-founder of Singapore-based Terraform Labs, was behind the collapsed digital currencies TerraUSD […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2026 World Cup: Ghana Fans To Pay Between $140 And $600 For Group Stage Tickets</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/2026-world-cup-ghana-fans-to-pay-between-140-and-600-for-group-stage-tickets</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghanaian football fans hoping to cheer the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico will need at least $140 (GH₵1,610) for a single match ticket, according to ticket prices released by FIFA on Thursday, 11 December 2025. The lowest price applies to Ghana’s opening Group L encounter against […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:36:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Court Adjourns Ofori&#45;Atta Trial to December 17</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/court-adjourns-ofori-atta-trial-to-december-17</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The High Court in Accra has adjourned the trial involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others to December 17, 2025, to allow the 6th accused person, Kwadwo Damoah, to appear and take his plea. This follows the court’s decision on Thursday to reject a request from the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:04:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Court Grants GH¢50m Bail to Five Accused Persons in Ofori&#45;Atta Trial</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/court-grants-gh%25c2%25a250m-bail-to-five-accused-persons-in-ofori-atta-trial</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/court-grants-gh%25c2%25a250m-bail-to-five-accused-persons-in-ofori-atta-trial</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The High Court in Accra has granted bail to five of the accused persons standing trial alongside former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta on charges including influencing procurement processes, causing financial loss to the state, and using public office for profit. Those granted bail are the 3rd, 4th, 5th, 7th, and 8th accused persons: Emmanuel Kofi […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:00:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Telecel Group Partners Government to Train 100,000 Youth Under One Million Coders Programme</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/telecel-group-partners-government-to-train-100000-youth-under-one-million-coders-programme</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/telecel-group-partners-government-to-train-100000-youth-under-one-million-coders-programme</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Telecel Group has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations to support the government’s flagship One Million Coders Programme, a nationwide digital skills initiative launched earlier this year by President John Mahama. The agreement cements Telecel’s commitment to providing free access to its Startocode learning platform, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:49:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Communication Ministry Seeks Private Sector Input On Cybersecurity Act</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/communication-ministry-seeks-private-sector-input-on-cybersecurity-act</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has directed the newly inaugurated Cybersecurity Industry Forum to bring private sector perspectives into the ongoing amendment of the Cyber Security Act, 1038. The amendment process, which was opened for public consultation from October to November, seeks to strengthen the mandate of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:44:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Parliament Passes Road Traffic Amendment Bill to Legalise Commercial Motorcycle and Tricycle Operations</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-passes-road-traffic-amendment-bill-to-legalise-commercial-motorcycle-and-tricycle-operations</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-passes-road-traffic-amendment-bill-to-legalise-commercial-motorcycle-and-tricycle-operations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Parliament has passed the Road Traffic Amendment Bill, 2025, paving the way for the legal use of motorcycles (okada), tricycles, and quadricycles for commercial transport services across the country. The bill, approved on Wednesday, December 10, also introduces a revised limit for determining alcohol concentration in drivers. The new threshold is aimed at reducing incidents […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:25:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Withdraws Lithium Deal From Parliament For Further Consultations</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-withdraws-lithium-deal-from-parliament-for-further-consultations</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/govt-withdraws-lithium-deal-from-parliament-for-further-consultations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The government has withdrawn the revised lithium mining agreement from Parliament to allow for broader consultations with key stakeholders, following concerns raised over the new terms of the deal. Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Yusif Sulemana, who announced the decision on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, December 10, said the withdrawal is […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:23:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>IMANI Africa Files RTI Request Seeking Full Disclosure on 2026 SIM Registration Exercise</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/imani-africa-files-rti-request-seeking-full-disclosure-on-2026-sim-registration-exercise</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Policy think tank IMANI Africa has formally requested detailed information from the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations regarding the government’s planned nationwide SIM registration exercise set to begin in early 2026. The Right to Information (RTI) request, submitted on Monday, December 8, seeks clarity on the legal basis, technical setup, procurement processes, and […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:52:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Airtel Nears Google Deal to Launch Spam&#45;Proof RCS Messaging</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/airtel-nears-google-deal-to-launch-spam-proof-rcs-messaging</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/airtel-nears-google-deal-to-launch-spam-proof-rcs-messaging</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bharti Airtel is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations with Google to roll out Rich Communication Services (RCS) on its network, positioning the operator to become the last of India’s major telcos to adopt the next-generation messaging platform. The Economic Times (ET) reports that Airtel, India’s second-largest mobile operator, had previously held back from […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 07:07:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Cobham, Gatehouse Merge to Drive Global 5G NTN Push</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cobham-gatehouse-merge-to-drive-global-5g-ntn-push</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Cobham Satcom has announced a strategic merger between one of its divisions and Denmark-based Gatehouse Satcom, a move the company says will significantly accelerate the adoption of standardised 5G non-terrestrial network (NTN) technologies across commercial, government, defence and direct-to-device (D2D) markets. While terms of the agreement were not disclosed, Cobham Satcom stated that the newly […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:23:47 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Minority Blasts “Punishing” Tariff Hikes, Demands Immediate Reversal as PURC Increases Electricity and Water Rates</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/minority-blasts-punishing-tariff-hikes-demands-immediate-reversal-as-purc-increases-electricity-and-water-rates</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/minority-blasts-punishing-tariff-hikes-demands-immediate-reversal-as-purc-increases-electricity-and-water-rates</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The minority in Parliament has launched a blistering attack on the government over the latest round of utility tariff hikes, describing them as “punitive, unjustified and economically reckless.” They are demanding an immediate withdrawal of the increases, warning that Ghanaians are at breaking point. Their criticism follows the announcement by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:23:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Paramount Launches $108B WBD Bid To Rrival Netflix</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/paramount-launches-108b-wbd-bid-to-rrival-netflix</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Paramount Skydance has launched a hostile $108.4 billion bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), just days after Netflix reached an agreement to buy key assets of the media giant. The dramatic move escalates an already fierce corporate battle for one of Hollywood’s most powerful studios. Paramount’s offer of $30 per share in cash targets […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:22:13 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NCA Champions Inclusive Technology Standards for Persons with Disabilities</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nca-champions-inclusive-technology-standards-for-persons-with-disabilities</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nca-champions-inclusive-technology-standards-for-persons-with-disabilities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Communications Authority (NCA) and the Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation (MoCDTI) and Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), joined the rest of the world to celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2025 at the NCA Tower […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:30:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NPP Inherited $86m Scholarship Debt in 2017 – Dr Kingsley Agyemang</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/npp-inherited-86m-scholarship-debt-in-2017-dr-kingsley-agyemang</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Former Registrar of the Ghana Scholarship Secretariat, Dr Kingsley Agyemang, has revealed that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government inherited a staggering $86 million debt in scholarship arrears when it assumed office in 2017. Speaking on JoyNews’ The Probe on Sunday, Dr Agyemang said the debt accumulated under the previous NDC administration posed a serious […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:03:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Parliament Approves $60m Falcon 6X Jet and €125m Helicopter Deal For Ghana Air Force</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-approves-60m-falcon-6x-jet-and-e125m-helicopter-deal-for-ghana-air-force</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-approves-60m-falcon-6x-jet-and-e125m-helicopter-deal-for-ghana-air-force</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Parliament has approved two major defence procurement agreements aimed at modernising the Ghana Air Force (GAF) and reversing years of fleet deterioration. The approvals cover the purchase of a Falcon 6X aircraft and four new helicopters, marking one of the most significant aviation investments in recent years. Lawmakers on Thursday endorsed a $60 million agreement […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:22:55 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Submits Contracts for Helicopters and New Presidential Jet to Parliament</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-submits-contracts-for-helicopters-and-new-presidential-jet-to-parliament</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The government has formally presented contracts for the procurement of four helicopters and a new presidential jet for the Ghana Air Force (GAF) to Parliament, marking a major step toward boosting the country’s military aviation capabilities. The agreements, laid before the House on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, by the Deputy Minister of Defence, Ernest Brogya […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:03:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t to Begin Fresh Nationwide SIM Registration in 2026 – Sam George</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-to-begin-fresh-nationwide-sim-registration-in-2026-sam-george</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced that the government will launch a fresh nationwide SIM registration exercise in the first quarter of 2026, declaring the previous registration under former Communications Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful as technically and legally defective. Speaking in an interview on TV3’s New Day on Wednesday, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:51:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Top up 9% Salary Increase Or Withdraw New Utility Tariffs – TUC to Gov’t</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/top-up-9-salary-increase-or-withdraw-new-utility-tariffs-tuc-to-govt</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/top-up-9-salary-increase-or-withdraw-new-utility-tariffs-tuc-to-govt</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has strongly rejected the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) newly approved utility tariff adjustments, warning that workers will not accept the increases unless the government returns to the negotiation table to review the 9% wage increment for 2026. In a statement signed by Secretary-General Joshua Ansah on Wednesday, December 3, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fibre to Home Will Define Ghana’s Digital Future — Sam George</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fibre-to-home-will-define-ghanas-digital-future-sam-george</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, says the country’s digital transformation hinges on one major pillar, Fibre to Home (FTTH), insisting that no nation can achieve true high-quality data experience without a strong fibre backbone reaching homes, offices, and institutions nationwide. Speaking in an interview with Roland Walker on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:35:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Apple Appoints Former Microsoft, Google AI Leader Amar Subramanya  to Lead AI Charge</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/apple-appoints-former-microsoft-google-ai-leader-amar-subramanya-to-lead-ai-charge</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/apple-appoints-former-microsoft-google-ai-leader-amar-subramanya-to-lead-ai-charge</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Apple has appointed Amar Subramanya, a seasoned artificial intelligence executive with extensive experience at both Microsoft and Google, as its new Vice President of AI, the company announced on Monday. He replaces John Giannandrea, who has led Apple’s AI and machine learning strategy since 2018 and is set to retire in 2026 after serving briefly […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Google Fined Millions For Exclusive Search Deals</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/google-fined-millions-for-exclusive-search-deals</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Australia’s Federal Court has ordered Google Asia Pacific to pay AUD55 million (USD36.1 million) after finding that the tech giant engaged in anti-competitive conduct through exclusive agreements with major mobile operators Telstra and Optus. The ruling follows legal action initiated by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), which argued that Google struck deals requiring […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:23:49 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Government Unveils Digital Platform to Accelerate Ghana’s Net&#45;Metering and Solar Uptake</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/government-unveils-digital-platform-to-accelerate-ghanas-net-metering-and-solar-uptake</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/government-unveils-digital-platform-to-accelerate-ghanas-net-metering-and-solar-uptake</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Government of Ghana has launched a new digital application aimed at transforming the country’s shift toward renewable energy by simplifying the process for households, businesses and institutions to join the national net-metering programme. The platform, unveiled in Accra on Thursday, enables consumers who generate electricity through solar PV systems to seamlessly feed surplus power […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:06:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Advans Ghana Launches New Overdraft Facility to Strengthen MSME Liquidity</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/advans-ghana-launches-new-overdraft-facility-to-strengthen-msme-liquidity</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/advans-ghana-launches-new-overdraft-facility-to-strengthen-msme-liquidity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has officially launched a new overdraft facility designed to provide micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) with rapid access to short-term working capital. The facility, unveiled at a ceremony at Fiesta Royale Hotel in Accra, addresses the longstanding challenge of timely liquidity faced by thousands of small businesses across the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:22:21 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>ChatGPT Launched Three Years Ago Today</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/chatgpt-launched-three-years-ago-today</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ When OpenAI quietly announced on November 30, 2022, that it had released “a model called ChatGPT which interacts in a conversational way,” few could have predicted the seismic impact that simple statement would foreshadow. Three years later, it is no exaggeration to say that ChatGPT fundamentally reshaped the technology landscape, triggered an unprecedented AI boom, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:03:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>India Orders Smartphone Makers to Preload Non&#45;Removable Cybersecurity App, Ra</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/india-orders-smartphone-makers-to-preload-non-removable-cybersecurity-app-ra</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ India’s telecoms ministry has quietly directed major smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a state-owned cybersecurity application, Sanchar Saathi, on all new devices, sparking alarm among privacy advocates and potentially setting up a new clash with Apple. The directive, issued privately on November 28 and seen by Reuters, gives companies including Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo and Oppo […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:40:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Amazon and Google Launch Multicloud Service For Faster Connectivity</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/amazon-and-google-launch-multicloud-service-for-faster-connectivity</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Amazon and Google have announced a groundbreaking jointly developed multicloud networking service aimed at addressing the growing need for fast, stable and secure internet connectivity at a time when even minutes-long disruptions can trigger global outages and massive financial losses. The two tech giants unveiled the initiative on Sunday, describing it as a major leap […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 08:26:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Youth Must Turn Their Talents Into Economic Power — Samuel Aryeequaye Charges Ghana’s Young People</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/youth-must-turn-their-talents-into-economic-power-samuel-aryeequaye-charges-ghanas-young-people</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/youth-must-turn-their-talents-into-economic-power-samuel-aryeequaye-charges-ghanas-young-people</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ General Secretary of Diplomatic Envoy Globalisation, Samuel Aryeequaye, has called on Ghanaian youth to transform their innate abilities into economic opportunities, stressing that talent is one of the most powerful tools for breaking the cycle of unemployment. Addressing participants at the Youth Week Celebration of the Disciples of Christ Ministries at Weija Junction, Mr Aryeequaye […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:01:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>‘Students Using Free SHS Tablets To Watch Porn’ – Haruna Iddrisu</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/students-using-free-shs-tablets-to-watch-porn-haruna-iddrisu</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has voiced serious concern over reports that some students are using government-issued tablets to access pornographic material. The government is currently distributing 1.3 million tablets to students in all public senior high schools under the Free SHS programme as part of efforts to enhance digital learning nationwide. Addressing Parliament […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:21:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MobileMoney Fintech LTD Announces Extraordinary General Meeting on December 1</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mobilemoney-fintech-ltd-announces-extraordinary-general-meeting-on-december-1</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mobilemoney-fintech-ltd-announces-extraordinary-general-meeting-on-december-1</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MobileMoney Fintech LTD is inviting shareholders and the qualifying beneficiaries to an extraordinary general meeting which will be held in person at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Auditorium, and virtually via live streaming at https://momofintechegm.com/ on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 11AM.  The agenda for the EGM is as follows: To approve the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:46:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG’s 18% Policy Rate Marks Turning Point For Economy – Ato Forson</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bogs-18-policy-rate-marks-turning-point-for-economy-ato-forson</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bogs-18-policy-rate-marks-turning-point-for-economy-ato-forson</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has applauded the Bank of Ghana’s decision to slash the monetary policy rate to 18 per cent, describing it as a major step forward in the country’s economic turnaround. The new rate, now at its lowest point since March 2022, marks a 350-basis-point reduction and, according to Dr Forson, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:50:43 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>France Unveils Breakthrough SATCOM Technology as Greenerwave’s m3SFA Shines at FID 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/france-unveils-breakthrough-satcom-technology-as-greenerwaves-m3sfa-shines-at-fid-2025</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/france-unveils-breakthrough-satcom-technology-as-greenerwaves-m3sfa-shines-at-fid-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the Forum Innovation Défense (FID), Greenerwave showcases, alongside the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) and the French Defence Innovation Agency (AID), the major advances achieved within the m3SFA programme, selected as one of the success stories of the 2025 edition. Supported for several years by the DGA and the AID, this project aims to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 04:29:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Parliament Approves 2025 VAT Bill</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/parliament-approves-2025-vat-bill</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Parliament has approved the Value Added Tax (VAT) Bill, 2025, paving the way for sweeping reforms to Ghana’s VAT regime aimed at enhancing clarity, consistency, and legal certainty within the tax system. The newly approved bill replaces the current flat-rate VAT structure with a single, unified framework designed to streamline the country’s tax administration. A […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 03:35:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana’s Public Debt Rises to GH¢684.6bn in 2025 Third Quarter</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghanas-public-debt-rises-to-gh%25c2%25a2684-6bn-in-2025-third-quarter</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s total public debt rose by GH¢71.6 billion in the third quarter of 2025, reaching GH¢684.6 billion ($55.1 billion) as of September, according to the Bank of Ghana’s latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data released for November 2025. Despite the Q3 increase, the report shows Ghana continues to make significant progress in reducing its […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:09:50 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana, Burkina Faso Introduce Free Roaming to Cut Cross&#45;Border Phone Bills</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-burkina-faso-introduce-free-roaming-to-cut-cross-border-phone-bills</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has finalised a major telecom milestone after signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on free roaming with Burkina Faso, ensuring that mobile subscribers can now travel between the two countries without incurring additional roaming charges. The agreement, signed on November 21, 2025, between Ghana’s National Communications Authority (NCA) and Burkina Faso’s Autorité de Régulation […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Sammy Gyamfi Pushes for Global Certification System To Combat Gold Smuggling</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/sammy-gyamfi-pushes-for-global-certification-system-to-combat-gold-smuggling</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana is mounting a bold international campaign for a unified global gold certification system to combat smuggling, illicit trade, and the financing of criminal networks, an initiative unveiled by Lawyer Samuel Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), during a high-level address at the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC). Speaking at the forum on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Fitch Solutions Sees Ghana’s Policy Rate Falling to 16.5% by 2026</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/fitch-solutions-sees-ghanas-policy-rate-falling-to-16-5-by-2026</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Fitch Solutions is projecting that the Bank of Ghana will continue its monetary easing cycle over the next two years, cutting the policy rate to 16.50% by the end of 2026. The forecast, delivered at the 2026 PwC Post-Budget Forum in Accra, reflects confidence in Ghana’s strengthening macroeconomic fundamentals and a sustained decline in inflation. […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:25:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire Urged to Speed Up Cocoa Sector Reforms or Risk Losing Global Market</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-cote-divoire-urged-to-speed-up-cocoa-sector-reforms-or-risk-losing-global-market</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-cote-divoire-urged-to-speed-up-cocoa-sector-reforms-or-risk-losing-global-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are facing renewed international pressure to fast-track long-promised cocoa sector reforms as the European Union and its French development partners warn that both countries could lose competitiveness under new global sustainability standards. The call came at a two-day Cocoa4Future feedback workshop in Accra, where researchers presented extensive findings from a five-year […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:00:40 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Banks Face High&#45;Stakes Push to Hit 10% NPL By 2026 – Deloitte</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/banks-face-high-stakes-push-to-hit-10-npl-by-2026-deloitte</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Deloitte Ghana is cautioning that the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) plan to slash the banking sector’s non-performing loans (NPLs) to 10% by the end of 2026 will require aggressive and sustained recovery efforts, even as asset quality shows steady improvement. In its post-2026 budget review, the auditing and advisory firm described the target as “ambitious”, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:35:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>No Gold Is Worth A Life: GOLDBOD Backs NAIMOs Galamsey Crackdown</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/no-gold-is-worth-a-life-goldbod-backs-naimos-galamsey-crackdown</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has declared full support for the renewed nationwide assault on illegal mining known locally as ‘galamsey’ as its Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi Esq., issued a powerful call to action from the 2025 Dubai Precious Metals Conference. With a bold warning that “no volume of gold is worth a human […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:07:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana to Roll Out Blockchain Tracking for All Gold by 2026 — GoldBod Unveils</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-to-roll-out-blockchain-tracking-for-all-gold-by-2026-goldbod-unveils</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/ghana-to-roll-out-blockchain-tracking-for-all-gold-by-2026-goldbod-unveils</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s gold industry is set for a historic transformation, as the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) prepares to introduce a blockchain-powered Track and Trace system by the end of 2026 to ensure full traceability of all gold purchased and exported from the country. The announcement was made by GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi during the 2025 Dubai […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:51:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GAF Shuts Down All Accra Recruitment Centres Except El&#45;Wak</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gaf-shuts-down-all-accra-recruitment-centres-except-el-wak</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has announced the temporary closure of all recruitment centres in Accra except the El-Wak Sports Stadium effective Monday, November 24, 2025, as part of ongoing adjustments to ensure safety and orderliness in the ongoing 2025/2026 enlistment exercise. The directive comes in the wake of the tragic stampede at El-Wak on […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:08:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>OSP Drags Ken Ofori&#45;Atta, Seven Others to Court Today Over SML–GRA Scandal</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/osp-drags-ken-ofori-atta-seven-others-to-court-today-over-sml-gra-scandal</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/osp-drags-ken-ofori-atta-seven-others-to-court-today-over-sml-gra-scandal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) will today, Monday, November 24, 2025, arraign eight individuals, including former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, as part of its criminal prosecution in the controversial Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) revenue assurance agreement with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). This follows the filing of 78 charges against the former minister […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:59:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Finalising Framework to Legalise ‘Okada’ Business</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/govt-finalising-framework-to-legalise-okada-business</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that the government is finalising a comprehensive regulatory framework to legalise and properly govern commercial motorcycle transport, popularly known as ‘Okada’ in Ghana. This major policy shift follows renewed agitation from tricycle operators (Pragia) in Kumasi last week, where riders staged a protest demanding official recognition […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:46:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Constitutional Review Committee To Submit Report to Mahama Today</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/constitutional-review-committee-to-submit-report-to-mahama-today</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) is gearing up to submit its long-awaited report to President John Dramani Mahama today, Monday, November 24, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in Ghana’s ongoing democratic evolution. The eight-member committee established in January and chaired by renowned constitutional law expert Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh was mandated to undertake a comprehensive […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:37:29 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN, Absa Graduate 41 SME Titans After Rigorous 13&#45;Week Mini MBA</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-absa-graduate-41-sme-titans-after-rigorous-13-week-mini-mba</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-absa-graduate-41-sme-titans-after-rigorous-13-week-mini-mba</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana, in partnership with Absa Bank, has celebrated 41 outstanding entrepreneurs who have successfully completed the 2025 edition of the MTN–Absa Mini MBA programme—an intensive 13-week business accelerator designed to sharpen the skills and scale the ambitions of Ghana’s most resilient small and medium enterprises. The graduation ceremony, held in Accra, brought together families, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:35:39 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>COP30: Namibia Signals Strong Interest in Partnering Jospong Group on Waste Transformation</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/cop30-namibia-signals-strong-interest-in-partnering-jospong-group-on-waste-transformation</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/cop30-namibia-signals-strong-interest-in-partnering-jospong-group-on-waste-transformation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Jospong Group of Companies has initiated formal discussions with the Government of Namibia on a potential partnership to advance integrated waste management and accelerate green job creation. The engagement took place at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, where the delegation was hosted by Namibia’s Minister of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, Hon. Indileni N. Daniel. The […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:16:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN’s Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe: “We Must Build Tomorrow Today—Sustainability Is Not Optional; It Is Survival”</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtns-adwoa-afriyie-wiafe-we-must-build-tomorrow-today-sustainability-is-not-optional-it-is-survival</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtns-adwoa-afriyie-wiafe-we-must-build-tomorrow-today-sustainability-is-not-optional-it-is-survival</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana’s Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe, has delivered a compelling call to action on the future of responsible business, stressing that sustainability must be embedded at the centre of corporate strategy if companies hope to remain relevant and resilient for generations. Speaking during an engagement on MTN’s sustainability agenda, Mrs […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:49:41 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Warns: Old&#45;Currency Mindset Undermining Cedi Confidence</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mahama-warns-old-currency-mindset-undermining-cedi-confidence</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has issued a strong call to Ghanaians to finally let go of the pre-2007 currency mindset, stressing that the continued habit of converting prices into the old cedi is undermining public understanding of money and weakening confidence in the national currency. Addressing participants at the Cedi@60 International Currency Conference on Tuesday, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:11:28 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BOSAG Unveils Ambitious 5&#45;Year Strategic Plan Aimed at Creating 100,000 Job Opportunities by 2030</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bosag-unveils-ambitious-5-year-strategic-plan-aimed-at-creating-100000-job-opportunities-by-2030</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/bosag-unveils-ambitious-5-year-strategic-plan-aimed-at-creating-100000-job-opportunities-by-2030</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ghana has taken a bold step toward becoming a leading global business services hub with the official launch of the Business Outsourcing Services Association Ghana (BOSAG) 5-Year Strategic Plan. The landmark event, held at the Accra Digital Centre, marks a turning point for the country’s outsourcing industry and sets an ambitious target: creating 100,000 […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:41:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Digital Innovation Is the New Frontier of Currency Management – BoG Governor</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/digital-innovation-is-the-new-frontier-of-currency-management-bog-governor</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has underscored the pivotal role of digital transformation in shaping the future of Ghana’s currency, calling it the next decisive frontier in national and global currency management. Delivering a powerful keynote address at a major currency conference in Accra, he emphasised that the evolving […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:53:18 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>BoG Governor Rallies Nation Behind the Cedi</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/bog-governor-rallies-nation-behind-the-cedi</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has delivered a powerful call to action, urging Ghanaians, policymakers, industry leaders and the international community to unite in safeguarding the future of the cedi as Ghana commemorates 60 years of its national currency. Speaking at the Cedi@60 International Conference at the Accra International […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:27:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>aYo Ghana Sweeps Four Top Honours at NTCA 2025</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/ayo-ghana-sweeps-four-top-honours-at-ntca-2025</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ aYo Ghana has once again demonstrated its leadership in digital microinsurance after sweeping four top honours at the 7th National Technology and Communications  Awards (NTCA). The company won Mobile Insurance Innovation of the Year, Innovative Digital Insurance Platform of the Year, and Customer Experience Champion of the Year, while its Chief Executive Officer, Mr Francis […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:41:26 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>GH¢3.1m Worth of Onions Rot at Adjen Kotoku Market</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/gh%25c2%25a23-1m-worth-of-onions-rot-at-adjen-kotoku-market</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/gh%25c2%25a23-1m-worth-of-onions-rot-at-adjen-kotoku-market</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fifteen truckloads of onions valued at GH¢3.1 million have gone to waste at the Adjen Kotoku Onion Market in Accra, following weeks of transportation delays, poor roads, and a lack of proper storage facilities. The crisis began several weeks ago when multiple truckloads of onions imported from Nigeria arrived late after enduring long, difficult journeys […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:39:23 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MoMo Agents Are “CEO” — MobileMoney LTD CEO Charges Agents</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/momo-agents-are-ceo-mobilemoney-ltd-ceo-charges-agents</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/momo-agents-are-ceo-mobilemoney-ltd-ceo-charges-agents</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Chief Executive Officer of MobileMoney LTD, Shaibu Haruna, has called on Mobile Money Agents across the country to see themselves not just as business operators, but as “Chief Efficiency Officers”, trusted leaders driving excellence, integrity, and impact in their communities. Speaking at the Mobile Money Advocacy Group, Ghana (MoMAG) Capacity Building Workshop held at the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:41:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NIA Refers Extortion Allegations to Internal CID for Probe</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/nia-refers-extortion-allegations-to-internal-cid-for-probe</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/nia-refers-extortion-allegations-to-internal-cid-for-probe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The National Identification Authority (NIA) has officially responded to a viral TikTok video in which a social media personality known as “Sefwi Biggest Trapper” accused some NIA officers at the Bono Premium Centre of extorting money from applicants. In a public notice issued on Sunday, November 16, 2025, the Authority expressed deep concern over the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:57:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>T&#45;Bill Market Weakens Again as Treasury Records 30% Undersubscription</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/t-bill-market-weakens-again-as-treasury-records-30-undersubscription</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/t-bill-market-weakens-again-as-treasury-records-30-undersubscription</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Investor appetite for Ghana’s Treasury bills softened further last week, with the government falling short of its target for the second consecutive auction. According to the Bank of Ghana’s auction results, the Treasury sought to mobilise GH¢5.68 billion across the 91-, 182-, and 364-day bills but received only GH¢3.9 billion in bids — translating to […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:36:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>MTN Ghana Launches 2025 Sustainability Week, Reaffirms Drive Toward Net Zero and Inclusive Growth</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-launches-2025-sustainability-week-reaffirms-drive-toward-net-zero-and-inclusive-growth</link>
<guid>https://puretvonline.com/mtn-ghana-launches-2025-sustainability-week-reaffirms-drive-toward-net-zero-and-inclusive-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ MTN Ghana has launched its 2025 Sustainability Week, reaffirming its long-term commitment to driving impactful, responsible and inclusive growth through collective action. This year’s theme, ‘Sustainability, Our Collective Responsibility — Driving Impact, Deepening Commitment, reinforces the importance of individual and institutional effort in achieving lasting progress. In her welcome remarks at the launch at the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:57:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>VIDEO: We Have Failed the Youth — Mavis Nkansah&#45;Boadu</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/video-we-have-failed-the-youth-mavis-nkansah-boadu</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ranking Member on Employment, Labour Relations and Pensions, Hon. Mavis Nkansah-Boadu, has issued one of the strongest public admissions yet from a sitting Member of Parliament, conceding that successive political leaders have “failed Ghanaian youths” in their promise to create sustainable jobs. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Puretvonline.com, the Afigya Sekyere East MP […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:47:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>KPMG Unveils Tightened, Integrity&#45;Driven Process for 5th Ghana Fintech Awards</title>
<link>https://puretvonline.com/kpmg-unveils-tightened-integrity-driven-process-for-5th-ghana-fintech-awards</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Manager of Technology Advisory at KPMG, Ezekiel Akpan, delivered a commanding address at the launch of the 5th Ghana Fintech Awards at the Nobel International Business School, outlining a more rigorous, data-driven, and integrity-focused awards process designed to match the rapid expansion of Africa’s digital payments landscape. Akpan opened with staggering industry figures, reminding stakeholders […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 23:08:44 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ghana Fintech Awards Opens 2026 Nominations as Organisers Tighten Rules, Boost Credibility</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Ghana Fintech Awards (GFA) today opened nominations for its fifth edition at a media launch held at Nobel International Business School, with organisers unveiling a slimmer, more rigorous awards process designed to strengthen credibility, encourage collaboration and spotlight high-impact innovation across the local fintech ecosystem. Cristiana Swan-Awagah, Project Coordinator for the Ghana Fintech Awards, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 22:52:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Ato Forson Rolls Out 4,400 Machines to Power Ghana’s New Farm Revolution</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Hon. Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced one of the most ambitious agricultural transformation programmes in Ghana’s history, unveiling a sweeping plan to establish Farmer Service Centres equipped with over 4,400 mechanisation machines across 50 agricultural districts. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, Dr Forson declared that Ghana’s future prosperity would […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:14:33 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t Orders All Schools to Purchase Only Ghana&#45;Made Rice, Maize, Chicken &amp;amp; Eggs — Ato Forson Announces</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced a sweeping new directive that cements the central role of agriculture in Ghana’s economic future, revealing that all schools—from basic to secondary—must now purchase only locally produced rice, maize, chicken, and eggs. Delivering the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, Dr Forson said the policy […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:17:32 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Gov’t, World Bank to Launch $500m Oil Palm Financing Window to Create 250,000 Jobs</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled one of the most ambitious agro-industrial programmes in Ghana’s recent history—a $500 million oil palm development financing window that aims to drive self-sufficiency, expand plantations, boost exports, and create at least 250,000 jobs across the value chain. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:54:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2026 Budget: Government to Procure Four New Helicopters and Two Aircraft for GAF in 2026 — Ato Forson</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Ghana’s 2026 budget has set an ambitious agenda to modernise the nation’s defence forces and overhaul its health infrastructure, signalling what Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson described as a “decisive reset” for national security and public health. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament on Thursday, the Finance Minister announced a […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:33:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2026 Budget: Gov’t to Launch Full Online Land Registration System in 2026</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced a sweeping, technology-driven reform aimed at transforming the country’s land management system into a transparent, efficient, and fully digital platform. Delivering the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, Dr Forson described the reform as a bold move to eliminate the bureaucracy and opacity […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:30:05 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2026 Budget: Gov’t Abolishes COVID&#45;19 Levy, Hands GH₵5.7 Billion Back to Households and Businesses</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has delivered what many economists are describing as the most significant tax relief in recent years, announcing a sweeping overhaul of Ghana’s Value Added Tax (VAT) system during the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament on Thursday. The centrepiece of the reforms is the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:47:35 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>2026 Budget: Ghana’s Economy Has “Reset”, Inflation Tamed, Cedi Stabilised, Confidence Restored&#45; Ato Forson</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has declared that Ghana’s economy is firmly on the path to recovery, citing improvements in fiscal discipline, inflation control, and currency stability as key signs of progress. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, Dr Forson said the government’s efforts had not only stabilised the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:54:06 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>NEIP Boss Demands Retraction from Daybreak Newspaper over “False and Malicious” Visa Racketeering Allegations</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Eric Adjei, Esq., has taken strong legal action against the management of the Daybreak newspaper, demanding an immediate retraction and apology over what he describes as false, malicious, and defamatory publications against his person. In a formal letter dated November 11, 2025, Mr […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:19:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Armah&#45;Kofi Buah Presents Revised Lithium Deal to Parliament</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A heated debate erupted in Parliament on Tuesday, November 11, as Minister of Lands and Natural Resources Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah laid before the House a revised lithium mining agreement between the government and Barari DV Ghana Limited for approval. The new deal covers the mining of lithium and other associated minerals at Mankessim in the […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:32:31 +0000</pubDate>
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<title>Mahama Announces GHC30.8 Billion Boost for 2026 ‘Big Push’ Roads Project</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ President John Dramani Mahama has announced a massive GHC30.8 billion allocation in the 2026 national budget to fund the government’s flagship Big Push road construction initiative, signalling a renewed commitment to fast-track Ghana’s infrastructure transformation. The amount, disclosed at the Wa Big Push Project sod-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, represents more than double this […] ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:15:56 +0000</pubDate>
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