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A group of visually impaired graduate musicians in Ghana is using their band to educate audiences worldwide and reshape how society views disability. The Visionary Rhythms Band proves that talent knows no physical limits.
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.
Ghana's artists, musicians, and filmmakers are stepping up to help restore communities devastated by recent flooding. The Creative Arts Agency is mobilizing the nation's creative talent for a two-day cleanup exercise this July.
Thousands filled the streets of Saltpond, Ghana, to celebrate the life of legendary musician Ebo Taylor through a community health walk that brought together generations. The annual event, organized by local philanthropist James Korsah-Brown, transformed into a moving tribute to the 90-year-old highlife artist who shaped Ghanaian music for over six decades.
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.
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.
A new initiative is giving 18 young entrepreneurs in Northern Ghana the funding, mentorship, and training they need to build thriving businesses. The program aims to transform regional inequality into opportunity through youth-led innovation.
Six of Ghana's UNESCO World Heritage forts and castles are getting a major restoration thanks to a $3.5 million commitment from Korea. The funding will help preserve globally significant monuments that tell crucial stories of Ghana's past.
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.
Ghana's Tourism Minister crowned international music star Wiyaala as the global Fugu Ambassador during a heritage tour celebrating the Upper West Region's rich traditions. The visit highlighted Ghana's commitment to preserving cultural sites while creating economic opportunities through traditional crafts.
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.
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.
Ghana's tourism authority is commissioning musician Wiyaala and shea butter pioneer Hamamat Montia as global ambassadors to showcase the country's cultural wealth. The move marks a shift toward authentic, homegrown storytelling over expensive foreign marketing agencies.
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.
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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.
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.
South Korea, once nearly deforested, is teaching Ghana how it restored its forests through decades of consistent policy and public participation. The knowledge transfer could help Ghana tackle climate change while growing its 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.
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.
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.
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