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Boxing Legend Nana Yaw Konadu Leads Ghana's PKO Boxing
Community HeroesJan 25

Boxing Legend Nana Yaw Konadu Leads Ghana's PKO Boxing

Two-time world champion Nana Yaw Konadu, one of Ghana's most decorated boxers, takes the helm at PKO Boxing to protect athletes and develop future champions. The 60-year-old knockout artist brings decades of experience and a reputation for integrity to his new leadership role.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Boxing Gets Fresh Backing From Global Partners
InnovationJan 31

Ghana Boxing Gets Fresh Backing From Global Partners

A new partnership between Ghana's boxing federation and international supporters promises to transform how young fighters from Accra's historic neighborhoods get their shot at greatness. The collaboration comes just as Ghana prepares to host the 2026 Amateur Boxing Championship.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Creates Dedicated Sports Fund to Boost Athletes
SportsFeb 26

Ghana Creates Dedicated Sports Fund to Boost Athletes

Ghana just passed a bill creating a permanent funding source for sports development, ending years of unpredictable financing that held back athletes and programs. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this game-changing fund will help national teams plan long-term and compete globally.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Japan Grants Ghana $20M to Boost Northern Healthcare
Health & WellnessFeb 24

Japan Grants Ghana $20M to Boost Northern Healthcare

Ghana and Japan just signed a $20 million agreement to improve healthcare access in Ghana's Northern Region, bringing better equipped hospitals and services to underserved communities. The funding speeds up an ongoing project aimed at closing the healthcare gap between regions.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana's New Sports Fund Promises Stable Athlete Support
SolutionsFeb 27

Ghana's New Sports Fund Promises Stable Athlete Support

Ghana just passed a landmark bill creating a dedicated sports fund to solve decades of underfunding that's held back athletes. The Ghana Olympic Committee says this stable financing will transform how the country develops talent and competes globally.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Targets $7.8B in Diaspora Funds for Long-Term Growth
SolutionsApr 23

Ghana Targets $7.8B in Diaspora Funds for Long-Term Growth

Ghana is transforming how it uses money sent home by citizens living abroad, shifting from short-term spending to long-term investments that fuel national development. The country received $7.8 billion in remittances in 2025, exceeding all foreign direct investment.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Mike Tyson Launches Vegas Amateur Boxing Tournament
Community HeroesFeb 14

Mike Tyson Launches Vegas Amateur Boxing Tournament

Boxing legend Mike Tyson is stepping up to save American boxing with a new invitational tournament in Las Vegas. The Hall of Famer wants to rebuild the grassroots boxing scene that once produced champions like himself.

Yahoo Sports3 min read
Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting Cleared to Box After Eligibility Review
SportsMar 21

Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting Cleared to Box After Eligibility Review

Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting has been cleared to return to international boxing after World Boxing completed its eligibility review process. The Taiwanese boxer will compete at the Asian Boxing Championships starting March 29 in Mongolia.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Ukraine Teams with Ghana to Build Football Academy
Global NewsFeb 21

Ukraine Teams with Ghana to Build Football Academy

Ukraine is partnering with Ghana to establish a football academy and develop grassroots sports infrastructure. The collaboration brings together Ukraine's technical expertise with Ghana's rich football culture.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Now Refines Its Own Gold Into Bullion Bars
InnovationFeb 5

Ghana Now Refines Its Own Gold Into Bullion Bars

For the first time, Ghana is refining gold from small-scale miners into bullion bars at home, creating 162 jobs and keeping more wealth in the country. The partnership between Ghana Gold Board and Gold Coast Refinery marks a turning point in West Africa's gold industry.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Bank Tackles Period Poverty with 10,000 Sanitary Towels
Acts of KindnessJun 8

Ghana Bank Tackles Period Poverty with 10,000 Sanitary Towels

Development Bank Ghana is fighting period poverty by donating sanitary towels and education to 10,000 students across northern Ghana. Some girls were still using rags due to financial constraints, missing school days and confidence along with them.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Leads Digital Change at Turkey Regulatory Summit
SolutionsMay 15

Ghana Leads Digital Change at Turkey Regulatory Summit

Ghana's deputy minister is championing inclusive digital transformation at a major international technology conference in Turkey. The country's ambitious Digital Ghana Agenda is attracting global attention as it transforms education, healthcare, and public services.

Regional: turkey innovation (TR)2 min read
China Grants Ghana $30M for Northern University Project
SolutionsJan 21

China Grants Ghana $30M for Northern University Project

Ghana's Savannah Region is getting a new university thanks to a $30 million grant from China, opening doors for thousands of students in northern Ghana. The project marks another milestone in the countries' friendship dating back to the 1960s.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Launches National Research Fund to Drive Innovation
SolutionsJun 16

Ghana Launches National Research Fund to Drive Innovation

Ghana just launched a dedicated national fund to finance scientific research and innovation, ending decades of financial constraints that held back local researchers. The initiative aims to make Ghana self-reliant through homegrown solutions and knowledge.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana's Tech Boom Creates Jobs, Reshapes Economy
SolutionsJan 18

Ghana's Tech Boom Creates Jobs, Reshapes Economy

Ghana is transforming into a digital economy powerhouse as startups, fintech companies, and online businesses create new jobs and opportunities across the country. Innovation is no longer just for tech hubs—it's becoming the engine driving Ghana's entire economic future.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Ghana Fishers Push for Fairer Ocean Protection Rules
SolutionsMay 6

Ghana Fishers Push for Fairer Ocean Protection Rules

Small-scale fishers in Ghana face strict conservation rules while industrial trawlers escape scrutiny, but marine experts are demanding equal enforcement to truly protect ocean life. The push comes as Ghana works toward protecting 30% of its waters by 2030.

AllAfrica - Environment3 min read
Ghana Tackles Youth Drug Crisis with Faith Partnership
VideosFeb 13

Ghana Tackles Youth Drug Crisis with Faith Partnership

Ghana's Youth Ministry is teaming up with the Christian Council to fight rising drug abuse among young people through the "Red Means Stop" campaign. With nearly 40% of Ghana's population under 35, this partnership brings mentorship, training, and community support to protect the nation's future.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Becomes West Africa's Hub for Skills Training
SolutionsApr 19

Ghana Becomes West Africa's Hub for Skills Training

A Ghanaian vocational school just graduated 124 students from three countries, signaling Ghana's rise as West Africa's go-to destination for job-ready skills. Students from Nigeria and Sierra Leone are now choosing Ghana to learn trades that lead straight to employment.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Ghana Ends Law School Monopoly in Bipartisan Win
SolutionsMay 14

Ghana Ends Law School Monopoly in Bipartisan Win

Ghana just opened the doors to legal education for thousands of aspiring lawyers who were previously locked out. After years of frustration over limited spots at the country's single law school, a new reform lets universities across Ghana train professional lawyers.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ghana Company Gives Police Weather-Proof Kiosks
SolutionsApr 21

Ghana Company Gives Police Weather-Proof Kiosks

Police officers in Ghana's capital no longer have to choose between abandoning their posts or standing in pouring rain. Electroland Ghana just installed five mobile security kiosks at busy intersections to keep officers safe and visible.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read

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