Vice President calls for nationwide collaboration to empower Ghana's youth
Speaking during a visit to the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment as part of her second round of engagements with first-time ministers, on January 14, 2026 Prof Opoku-Agyemang lauded Ghana’s youth for their innovation and potential. The Vice President stressed that youth development is a cross-cutting issue, spanning education, health, agriculture and security. Prof Naana Jane becomes first female Ghanaian vice president to address AUMinister of Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, highlighted the pressing challenge of youth unemployment, noting that 22.5 percent of young people in Ghana are unemployed, with higher rates among women and urban youth. “This is Ghana’s youth ministry. The visit concluded with the presentation of a plaque by the ministry to the vice president in recognition of her immense support for the welfare and development of Ghana’s youth.
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January 15, 2026 15:24 UTC
NLC summons JUSAG, Minister of Finance over threatened strike
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe National Labour Commission (NLC) has summoned the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) and the Minister of Finance to appear before it on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM, following JUSAG’s threat to embark on a nationwide strike. The summons comes after JUSAG issued a notice of intended industrial action on January 13, 2026, warning that its members would lay down their tools from January 19, 2026, if outstanding salary arrears are not paid. In a letter dated January 14, 2026, the NLC confirmed receipt of the strike notice and invoked its mandate under Section 139 of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651) to intervene. The association insists that repeated engagements with the relevant authorities have failed to yield results, prompting its decision to notify the commission of its intention to strike. “With this intervention, the association is advised to stay the intended action(s) and appear as scheduled,” the statement said.
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January 15, 2026 15:22 UTC
Extending presidential tenure won't improve governance – NDPC Chairman
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr Nii Moi Thompson, has stated that extending the tenure of Ghana’s presidents would not automatically lead to better governance or development outcomes. “There’s no empirical basis, really, for it,” he said, adding that longer mandates could encourage inefficiency rather than productivity. “If I ask you to perform a certain task in an hour, you will do it in an hour. But if I ask you to perform the same task in six hours, you simply take your time,” he explained. Constitutional Review Committee proposes five-year Presidential termHe further warned, "Once tenure is extended, after a while they’ll come and say give us seven, give us ten.
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January 15, 2026 15:22 UTC
CAF bans Samuel Eto’o for four matches, fines him $20,000
Sports News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCameroonian football legend and current FA president, Samuel Eto’o has been handed a four-match suspension and a $20,000 fine by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following alleged misconduct during Cameroon’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Morocco on Friday, January 9, 2026. Reports state the ruling comes amid heightened scrutiny of the match, in which Eto’o was seen gesturing angrily toward Moroccan FA chief Fouzi Lekjaa while CAF president Patrice Motsepe watched from nearby. In a statement, CAF said: "The CAF Disciplinary Board charged Fédération Camerounaise de Football (FECAFOOT) President Mr Samuel Eto’o Fils with misconduct following the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 fixture between Morocco and Cameroon in Rabat, on 09 January 2026. Sadio Mané breaks Egypt’s hearts again to send Senegal into the 2025 AFCON finalThe CAF Disciplinary Board found Mr Eto’o guilty of violating the principles of sportsmanship set out in Article 2(3) of the CAF Statutes and Article 82 of the CAF Disciplinary Code for his misconduct during the said match. The CAF Disciplinary Board imposed a stadium ban on Mr Samuel Eto’o Fils for the next four (4) official CAF matches played in the context of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025.
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January 15, 2026 15:03 UTC
Profile of the four Airbus helicopters set to transform Ghana's aviation
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Government of Ghana, as part of its efforts to enhance operational capacity in defence, emergency response, and transport, has ordered four Airbus helicopters. Ghana has ordered two H175M multi-role helicopters, one ACH175, and one ACH160. H175M: Multi-Role Military HelicopterThe H175M is derived from Airbus Helicopters’ proven H175 civil rotorcraft and is designed to deliver high performance across a wide range of missions, from sea level to hot-and-high environments. The system also offers cockpit commonality with other Helionix-equipped Airbus helicopters such as the H135, H145, and H160, reducing pilot training and transition time. ACH160: Advanced and Ultra-Modern HelicopterThe ACH160 represents the latest in Airbus aviation technology and luxury transport design.
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January 15, 2026 14:41 UTC
Egypt vs Senegal (AFCON 2025)
General News of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSenegal take on Egypt in a keenly contested semi-final game on January 14, 2026, to decide who advances to the final. Senegal have established themselves as one of the best teams, with star players such as Sadio Mané, Nicolas Jackson, Idrissa Gueye, and others rising to the occasion. They have been scoring numerous goals, with their attack thrashing opponents and dominating, including a convincing victory over Mali in the quarter-final. From Meme to Mastermind: Éric Chelle’s redemption with Nigeria at AFCON 2025Egypt, meanwhile, are determined to win the game as they aim to extend their record number of AFCON titles. The Pharaohs face a tough challenge, as Salah seeks to win his first AFCON trophy to cement his legacy with the national team.
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January 15, 2026 14:29 UTC
Gabon government lifts ban on Aubameyang, national team
Sports News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ministry of Youth, Sports, Cultural Outreach and the Arts in Gabon has announced the reinstatement of the national team and lifted the ban on some players. Recently, Gabon endured a disastrous AFCON campaign, losing all three group-stage matches and failing to progress to the knockout stage as anticipated. From Meme to Mastermind: Éric Chelle’s redemption with Nigeria at AFCON 2025In response to the poor performance, the government announced the dissolution of the entire technical staff and suspended the national team until further notice. The sports ministry also noted that captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Bruno Ecuellé Manga would be expelled from the national team, without specifying the reasons for the decision. Following deliberations with government and sports stakeholders, Kessany announced that the ban has been lifted and the team will resume full operations.
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January 15, 2026 14:16 UTC
AFCON 2025: How Daniel Laryea put Ghanaian refereeing back on the map
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian refereeing had once reached the very top, producing officials respected across Africa. Several referees were implicated in corruption, many were banned, and the reputation of Ghanaian officials took a severe hit. Watch highlights of Nigeria's penalty shootout defeat to MoroccoHis dedication gradually restored confidence, both in his abilities and in Ghanaian refereeing. By the time AFCON 2025 arrived, Laryea had proven himself ready for the continent’s biggest stage. But in Ghana, Laryea became something else that night: a symbol of how far Ghanaian officiating has come.
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January 15, 2026 14:14 UTC
Short-term Ghanaian travelers excluded from US visa suspension - Ambassador Smith
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana's Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has clarified that the recent Trump administration decision to temporarily halt immigrant visa processing does not affect non-immigrant visa categories. According to him, short-term travel visas to the US remain fully operational. Ghana's Ambassador to the United States of America, Victor Emmanuel Smith, clarifies uncertainties surrounding recent US visa restrictions by the US government," the statement read. This clarification follows concerns over the suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Ghana and Nigeria. US to halt visa processing for applicants from 75 nations including Ghana, NigeriaTWI NEWSThe suspension by the US State Department is expected to take full effect on January 21, 2026, and will remain in place until further review.
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January 15, 2026 14:09 UTC
AFCON 2025: Sadio Mané opens up on possible AFCON goodbye after final
Sports News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSenegal international, Sadio Mane is set to bow out of the Africa Cup of Nations as he gears up for his final continental tournament. Speaking to RTS after the match, Mane, who secured the Man-of-the-Match award, confirmed that he will play his last Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Sadio Mané breaks Egypt’s hearts again to send Senegal into the 2025 AFCON final“I will be happy to play my last final in the Africa Cup of Nations. Mane previously won the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal, marking the first continental title in the country’s history. Senegal have now reached the AFCON final for the fourth time, having previously contested the 2002 final (losing to Cameroon on penalties) and the 2019 final (losing 1-0 to Algeria), in addition to their 2021 triumph over Egypt on penalties.
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January 15, 2026 14:08 UTC
Government sets up 12-member Presidential Economic Advisory Group
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe government has established a 12-member Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, bringing together seasoned experts from academia, public service, and the private sector to provide strategic guidance on national economic issues. The group, which will serve as a non-partisan advisory body, will offer guidance on macroeconomic management, fiscal consolidation, debt sustainability, and the coordination of fiscal and monetary policy. It will also provide advice on structural transformation, industrial development, competitiveness, and export-led growth. Government settles US$1.470 billion energy sector debt within first yearVice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang is a member of the group, which also includes distinguished economists and private sector leaders such as Kwame Pianim and renowned industrialist Sir Samuel Esson Jonah. The group aims to help navigate current economic challenges while positioning Ghana for long-term growth and resilience.
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January 15, 2026 13:55 UTC
PAC recovers nearly GH¢12.7 billion misappropriated public funds
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has disclosed that its oversight work has contributed to the recovery of nearly GH¢12.7 billion in public funds. She noted that details would be made available to the public when Parliament resumes. She explained that the PAC’s core mandate is to safeguard public resources, promote transparency and enforce accountability in public financial management. She stressed that citizens have a right to know how public funds are spent and whether any violations have been identified. She also called on the public to support efforts to retrieve state funds that remain unaccounted for by officials entrusted with them.
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January 15, 2026 13:54 UTC
From CSE to Gender Identity: 2 times LGBTQ content appeared in Ghana's school curriculum
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana’s education system has repeatedly faced heated debates over curriculum content, particularly on issues relating to sexuality and gender. This GhanaWeb article explores the two times LGBTQ+ content have appeared in Ghana’s school curriculumComprehensive Sexuality Education Sparks National Outcry in 2019In September 2019, the rollout of a new standards-based curriculum for basic schools was overshadowed by allegations that it introduced Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE). The backlash was swift, with critics accusing the Ministry of Education and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) of attempting to “smuggle LGBTQ education” into Ghana’s schools. NaCCA withdraws SHS teachers' manual over gender identity concernsThe then Minister of Education, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, responded that “At no point has the government approved any curriculum that teaches children about LGBTQ lifestyles. Gender Identity Definition Withdrawn from SHS Manual in 2026Seven years later in January 2026, Ghana has faced another curriculum storm, forcing NaCCA to order the withdrawal of the Senior High School Physical Education and Health teachers’ manual after backlash over its definition of gender identity.
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January 15, 2026 13:37 UTC
#TrendingGH: What some Ghanaians are saying about ORAL after one-year
General News of Thursday, 15 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comIt has been one year since the implementation of the Operation Recover Loot (ORAL) initiative, introduced by the John Dramani Mahama administration. The initiative, designed to recover alleged stolen public funds, has remained in the news and continues to spark public discussion. Marking the one-year milestone, GhanaWeb TV took to the streets to engage Ghanaians on their expectations and impressions of the program. ORAL will fail under Ghana's current laws - DomelevoWhile many citizens applauded the government’s efforts, others called for greater transparency and highlighted areas needing improvement. Watch the video below:VKB/MAMeanwhile, watch as Ghanaians respond to Ofori-Atta's detention
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January 15, 2026 13:37 UTC
Four controversial talking points from Nigeria vs Morocco game
This article highlights the major talking points from the game:Daniel Laryea’s OfficiatingGhanaian referee Daniel Laryea’s performance during Morocco’s win over Nigeria sparked heated debate online. After the game, some fans criticised Laryea for what they described as biased and poor officiating, while others defended him for his fairness. Meanwhile, Morocco were more dominant and attacked from all fronts, recording 16 shots with five on target. At one point, Bassey was holding the ball while Díaz tackled from behind and appeared to grab the Nigerian’s jersey. In their furious reaction, some Nigerian fans flooded Laryea’s Instagram comment section with abusive language, while others reported the account for misconduct.
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January 15, 2026 13:37 UTC