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Ghana to Boost Oil Output Fivefold

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:06:03 GMT

Ghana, which became Africa's newest oil exporter in 2010, will boost crude output more than fivefold in the next five years as new wells come on stream, according to Deputy Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Fifi Kwetey.

Ghana qualifies to benefit from a second MCA programme

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:06:02 GMT

Accra, Feb. 7, GNA - Ghana has qualified for a second Millennium Challenge Account programme roll out which is expected to focus largely on energy.

Muntari - 'We Have No Excuse'

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:50:43 GMT

[CAF] Ghana midfielder Sulley Muntari has declared that there will be no room for excuses for failing to reach the final of the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations.

Stevanovic Banks On Morale to Halt Chipololpolos

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:50:42 GMT

[CAF] Ghana coach Goran Stevanovic is banking heavily on the morale of his team to do the trick in their semi final clash against Zambia on Wednesday in Bata.

Ghana: Former President Scolds African Governments

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:06:14 GMT

Former president John Agyekum Kufour has blamed the poor performance of farmers and the consequent devastating food deficit in Africa on successive African governments.

Zambia v Ghana

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:38:47 GMT

Preview of Wednesday's first semi-final between Zambia and Ghana at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon.

Ghana: The Media and Election 2012

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:18:21 GMT

[Ghanaian Chronicle] It should not take a clairvoyant to predict that the December 2012 general elections will be a hard-hitting one. It, therefore, calls for towering circumspection of all players, including the media. It is said that the media can make or unmake.

Ghana: Can Government Implement Proposed Mining Taxes?

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:18:19 GMT

[Ghanaian Chronicle] Ghana's 2012 national budget statement and economic policy proposes to reintroduce the following fiscal initiatives into the mining sector: increase corporate tax rate from 25% to 35%; install a windfall tax of 10%; and implement a uniform regime for capital allowance of 20% for five years. The budget also seeks to review the principle of ring-fencing to prevent companies from tax evasion.

Ghana: Achirensua Youth Not Happy

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:18:17 GMT

[Ghanaian Chronicle] The members of Achirensua Youth Association of in the Brong Ahafo Region have expressed their displeasure with the siting of Hwediem as the district capital of the newly-created Asutifi South District.

Blame Mills for Gh�58 Million Dole Out

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:18:16 GMT

[Ghanaian Chronicle] The chicken are coming home to roost, as the Economic and Organised Crimes Office, tasked to unravel the circumstances leading to the payment of a judgment debt to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) financier, Alfred Agbesi Woyome, presents its report on findings into the issue, which has since become an albatross around the neck of the Mills Administration.

Ghana: Address By the Minister for Energy Hon. Joe Oteng-Adjei On the Occasion of the Inauguration of the Board of ECG On the 3rd February 2012

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:20:12 GMT

[GoG] Colleague Ministers Present

Ghana sees world economic integration as important - Ishmael Yamson

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:56:38 GMT

Ghana is not isolated from the global world economy especially after becoming an oil-producing country in late December 2010, an economic adviser has said.

Veep calls for elimination of religious charlatans

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:56:36 GMT

Vice President John Dramani Mahama, on Sunday advised religious bodies, especially the Church, to step up their strategies at eliminating religious charlatans, who were desecrating the name of God for selfish gains.

Appiah Slams Tunisia Behaviour

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:51:50 GMT

[Vanguard] Ghana assistant coach Kwesi Appiah was disappointed with Tunisia's aggressive behaviour as the Black Stars ran out 2-1 winners in extra time in their AFCON quarter-finals on Sunday.

West Africa: WAGPP - Gas Shortfall Plunges Ghana Into Load Shedding

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:18:06 GMT

[This Day] Drastic reduction in gas supply from Nigeria through the West African Gas Pipeline Project (WAGPP) has forced the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to resort to load management in various parts of the country, pending when normalcy would return.

nother 'gargantuan' debt stares Ghana in the face

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:51:19 GMT

The Government of Ghana stands the risk of losing additional billions of Cedis as a result of negligence in omittingA its judgment debt due Construction Pioneers Baugesellschaft Anstalt from its accounts.

Ghana Beatable, Says Renard

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:34:39 GMT

[Times of Zambia] Bata - COACH Herve Renard (above) says Zambia's 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final opponents Ghana are beatable but the Chipolopolo will need to be mentally strong in Wednesday's match.

Chipolopolo, Ghana Game Will Be Tough - Phiri

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:34:24 GMT

[Times of Zambia] FORMER national soccer team coach Patrick Phiri says tomorrow's 2012 Orange CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown between Zambia and Ghana will be a tough encouter.

20 Mine Workers Leave for Equatorial Guinea Tomorrow

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:34:16 GMT

[Times of Zambia] TWENTY Konkola Copper Mines employees leave for Equatorial Guinea tomorrow to cheer the Chipolopolo in tomorrow's African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match against Ghana.

Ghana/Zambia: Coach of Underdogs Starts War of Words Against Black Stars

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:17:58 GMT

[allAfrica.com] Zambia coach Herve Renard is heaping praise, platitudes and the mantle of match favorites onto his opponents for Wednesday's Nations Cup semi-final, taking all the pressure off the southern African side and trying instead to impose it on Ghana's Black Stars.

I saved Ghana from financial loss -Osafo Maafo

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:46:57 GMT

The former Minister for Youth and Sports under the erstwhile New Patriotic Party administration, Mr.

Renard - 'We Won't Give Up for Anything'

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:30:32 GMT

[CAF] "We won't give up for anything," these were the words of Zambian coach Herve Renard in an interview with Cafonline.com ahead of their semi final clash against Ghana on Wednesday at the Estadio de Bata in the coastal city of Bata.

Ghana: Ghana, Unions Agree On Fuel Cost Reduction

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:06:46 GMT

[Daily Trust] Accra - The Ghanaian authorities and representatives of Ghana Trade Union Congress (TUC) have agreed to a 20 per cent reduction in the pump price of petroleum products in the country.

Nation Disappointed Over Quarterfinal Loss to Ghana

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:31:44 GMT

[Tunisia Live] Last night, Tunisia lost the 2012 African Cup of Nations quarterfinal match against Ghana 2-1, after extra time in Franceville, Gabon. Ghana's victory qualifies the team for the semi-final match of CAN 2012.

Osumanu Adama ready for IBF title fight March 7

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:41:59 GMT

US based Ghanaian pugilist Osumanu Adama is ready and fired up to claim the IBF Middleweight belt come March 7 in Australia, he has exclusively told Ghana-based newspaper ALL SPORTS from his training base in the US.

Ghana's Oil-Driven North-South Divide Erodes Support for Mills

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:41:58 GMT

Mustapha Faisal surveys a pile of rusty scrap metal that he sells on the roadside in Accra, Ghana's capital, and sighs as he talks about wishing to go home to his village in the northern region.

Renard Plays Down Talk of Ghana Pressure

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:16:02 GMT

[GFA] Zambia coach Herve Renard says the Chipolopolo are not under any pressure going into the semi-final clash against Ghana on Wednesday.

Ghana: Agyemang-Badu Dediactes Award to Annan

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:16:00 GMT

[GFA] Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has dedicated his Man-of-the-Match award at Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations to Anthony Annan.

Ghana/Tunisia: Nation Through to AFCON Semis After Defeating Tunisia

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:58 GMT

[GFA] An injury time goal by captain Andre Ayew, Ghana's fourth player to lead on the night secured the Black Stars a semi-final place with a clash against Zambia on Wednesday.

Ghana/Equatorial Guinea: Black Stars Arrive in Bata

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:57 GMT

[GFA] Ghana's team has arrived in Bata on Monday for the semi-final match of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations against Zambia.

Ghana/Tunisia: Nation Expected Tight Tunisia Clash - Appiah

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:56 GMT

[GFA] Assistant Black Stars coach, Kwesi Appiah says Ghana always expected a tight game against Tunisia at 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday.

Ghana: Kwarasey Says 'It's Nice' to Be Back At His Best

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:55 GMT

[GFA] Ghana goalkeeper Adam Kwarasey says he is happy to be regaining his form after his nervy start at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

Frimpong Out for the Rest of Season Through Injury

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:53 GMT

[GFA] Ghana born midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has been ruled out for the rest of the season after damaging ligaments in his right knee.

Annan Grateful to All for Support

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:52 GMT

[GFA] Ghana midfielder Anthony Annan has expressed gratitude to Ghana President John Evans Atta Mills and the Confederation of African Football for their 'kind gesture' in the wake of the death of his mother.

Badu Voted Man-of-the-Match

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:51 GMT

[GFA] Ghana midfeilder,Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu was voted man-of-the-match in the quarter-final clash against Tunisia on Sunday.

CAF Sends Message to Anthony Annan

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:50 GMT

[GFA] RE: CONDOLENCE MESSAGE - PLAYER ANNAN ANTHONY

Ghana: Andre Satisfied Brother Jordan Proving His Worth

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:48 GMT

[GFA] Jordan Ayew gave an inspiring second half performance at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations as Ghana defeated Tunisia 2-1 to reach the semi-final on Sunday.

Action Continues in Division One This Weekend

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:47 GMT

[GFA] After an opening round of mixed results, the Division One League continues this weekend with match-day-2 action.

Ghana: Black Stars Training Programme

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:15:44 GMT

[GFA] Black Stars training programme

Home Wins See Trio Advance in FIFA Under-17 Women's Qualifiers

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:12:39 GMT

[CAF] Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa comfortably zoomed into the final round of the continental qualifiers for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, Azerbaijan 2012.

Ghana narrowing gender gap in primary education

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:37:00 GMT

Accra, Feb. 6, GNA - A World Bank official, on Monday commended Ghana for her efforts towards narrowing gender gaps, particularly in primary school education, but stressed there remained constraints to achieving gender equality in other sectors.

Microfinance Services in Ghana Greeted With Hope, Concern

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:32:14 GMT

Microfinance, providing financial services to low-income clients, has gained popularity in Ghana in the past 20 years and has played an important role in helping the poor - especially women - improve their lives.

StarLife Assurance Ghana: Sales Executive

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:27:24 GMT

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Finland trade delegation lauds Ghana's business environment

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:22:53 GMT

Accra, Feb. 6, GNA - The Finnish Business Council, West Africa , on Monday lauded Ghana's business environment, which according to the group hinged heavily on proactive investment laws, political stability, security and strategic government policies.

Ghana Jesus Festival launched

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:22:52 GMT

Accra, Feb. 6, GNA - A festival with the objective of bringing people in contact with Jesus Christ will be held at the Accra Sport Stadium from April 28-29, 2012.

Water Shortages Strain Residents Even in Ghana's Capital

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:22:51 GMT

Nana Okyere Akrofie, 24, says it has been months since he and his neighbors have had water flow from their taps in North Legon, a suburb of Accra, Ghana's capital.

Robotics Workshop Aims to Increase Interest

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:35:18 GMT

[Public Agenda] The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Institute of Technical Supervision (ITS), a division under the Office of the Head of Civil Service of Ghana jointly organized a training and capacity-building workshop ahead of Ghana's first National Robot Competition.

Goal: Ghana and Mali Advance to African Cup Semifinals

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:58:23 GMT

Mali and Ghana advanced to the semifinals at the African Cup of Nations.

Ghana 2-1 Tunisia (AET)

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:51:50 GMT

Ghana qualify for the semi-finals of the Nations Cup after edging past Tunisia 2-1, following extra-time.

Ghana/Guinea: Badu Scores Nation's Century At Nations Cup

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:13:43 GMT

[GFA] Ghana on Wednesday night grabbed their century goal at the African Cup of Nations.

Ghana: Radio Static for Community Stations

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:17:36 GMT

[IPS] Accra - There is a tension resonating through Ghana's airwaves, an electric current fueled by rivaling interests between community radio advocates and Ghana's National Communications Authority.

Radio Static for Ghana's Community Stations

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:41:16 GMT

Radio advocates believe there are barriers for community radio stations in Ghana, which are detrimental to press freedom.

Radio Static for Ghana's Community Stations

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 04:37:00 GMT

There is a tension resonating through Ghana's airwaves, an electric current fueled by rivaling interests between community radio advocates and Ghana's National Communications Authority.

Ghana v Guinea

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:18:18 GMT

Preview of Tuesday's final Group C clash between Ghana and Guinea in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

Guinea/Ghana: Muntari Relishing Ghana Win Over Guinea

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:30:16 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Sulley Muntari holds sweet memories as Ghana come up against Guinea at the 2012 African Cup of Nations.

Ghana: Appiah Closing in Serbian Move

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:28:07 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah is close to completing a move to Serbian side, Vojvordina.

Bonvi Ghana Launches Promo

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:58:04 GMT

Bonvi Ghana has brought a lot of excitement to the consumer market with the latest promotion of key product offerings.

Ghana: Bennett to Handle Ghana-Guinea Game

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:25:12 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Daniel Bennett has been named as the centre referee for the Ghana vs Guinea match at the 2012 African Cup of Nations.

Ghana: Boateng Still Key for Ghana - Appiah

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:24:50 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Assistant Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah says Derek Boateng is still key to the Black Stars despite playing a-bit part role at the 2012 African Cup of Nations.

MTN Ghana trains police to manage Crime Fighters Initiative

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:45:35 GMT

MTN Ghana has organized a training programme for selected personnel of the Ghana Police Service as part of efforts to ensure the success of the Crime Fighters Initiative.

Ghana 2-0 Mali

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:08:35 GMT

Ghana secure a place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-0 win over Mali in Franceville.

Ghana: John Mensah Suffers Injury

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:38:21 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana captain John Mensah could not train with the Black Stars on Wednesday morning because of injury.

Gambian delegation visits Ghana national data centre

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:45:23 GMT

Gambian delegation visits Ghana national data centre Accra, Jan 25, GNA - A six member delegation from The Gambia has paid a visit to the Ghana National Data Centre as part of a five day tour to understudy Ghana's e-government project in Accra.

Ghana 'were lucky to win' - Gyan

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:49:04 GMT

Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan admits luck played its part in a laboured 1-0 win over Botswana on Tuesday.

Ghana: VP Given GAW/Pen Membership

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:49:20 GMT

Accra Mail (Accra)-Ghana's Vice President, John Dramani Mahama is the newest member of the Ghana Association of Writers (GAW) and PEN International, Ghana Centre (PEN).

Ghana 1-0 Botswana

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:53:23 GMT

Ghana get their Africa Cup of Nations campaign off to a winning start with a tight 1-0 victory over Botswana.

CAF Approves More Accreditation for Ghana

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:47:01 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana has earned the highest number of accreditation for officials at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana: Andre Feels No Pressure Wearing Number 10 Shirt

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:34:00 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Andre Ayew insists he feels no pressure after taking on the Ghana number 10 shirt.

Ghana: Stevanovic Demands Ghana Focus

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:31:27 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana coach Goran Stevanovic ahead of the start of the African Cup of Nations action in Group D wants his side to treat every opponents with respect.

Botswana/Ghana: Preview - Ghana Vs. Botswana

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:30:41 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana are braced for a challenge when they kick off their campaign at the African Cup of Nations against first-timer Botswana in Group D on Tuesday.

Ghana: Ghana Hold First Training Session in Gabon

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:52:00 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana trained for the first time in Gabon on a wet Saturday evening at their base Franceville.

Ghana: Nation Turn Their Sights On Nations Cup

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:34:55 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Ghana on Thursday completed their preparatory programme at the Royal Bafokeng Sports Complex in Rustenburg.

Ghana: Ghana Win in Warm Up As Gyan Scores

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:15:59 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Asamoah Gyan scored on his return from injury as Ghana earned a 2-0 victory over Platinum Stars in an African Nations Cup warm-up on Wednesday.

Ghana jumps in FIFA rankings

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:40:01 GMT

Ghana has moved up three places in the latest FIFA world rankings to occupy the 26th position from last month's 29th, the Ghana Football Association announced here.

Asamoah Gyan makes Ghana return

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:52:46 GMT

Asamoah Gyan gives Ghana's Nations Cup hopes a boost as he makes a goalscoring return following his hamstring injury.

No Ivorian Dissidents in Ghana-CDS

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:17:34 GMT

Public Agenda (Accra)-The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lt. Gen Peter Augustine Blay, has assured the authorities La Cote d'Ivoire that Ghana remains committed to contributing effectively towards the peace and stability of that country. Ghana would therefore not allow any group of Ivorians in Ghana to destabilize the neighbouring country.

Ghana Cited in A Major Narcotic Trafficking and Money Laundering

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:24:57 GMT

Ghana and other West African Countries Cited in A Major Narcotic Trafficking and Money Laundering.

Ghana Cited in A Major Narcotic Trafficking and Money Laundering

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:16:19 GMT

Ghana and other West African Countries Cited in A Major Narcotic Trafficking and Money Laundering.

Ghana: An African Success Story

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:57:40 GMT

International aid programs targeted at alleviating poverty are having a real effect in the African state of Ghana.

Foh Amoaning: Adama is Ghana's next world champion

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:48:10 GMT

Former Ghana Boxing Authority Boss Moses Foh Amoaning, says he is convinced that middleweight Osumanu Adama will become Ghana's next world champion.

Black Stars Media Itinerary

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:06:48 GMT

GFA (Accra)-The Ghana Football Association has announced a media itinerary for Ghana's pre-African Nations Cup.

Ghana: Gyan Links Up With Ghana Squad

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 10:34:21 GMT

GFA (Accra)-Goran Stevanovic has a full squad as Ghana continues to monitor the progress of Asamoah Gyan.

South Africa/Ghana: Bafana Bafana Forced to Make Changes for the Ghana Clash

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:06:14 GMT

SAFA (Johannesburg)-Bafana Bafana could face Ghana without four players who were in the starting line-up against Zambia.

South Africa/Ghana: Bafana Bafana Versus Ghana Tickets Available

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:38:11 GMT

SAFA (Johannesburg)-Tickets for the practice-training matches between Bafana Bafana and Ghana are already available at Computicket outlets and Shoprite and Shoprite/Checkers stores free of charge.

Gyan named in final Ghana squad

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:13:20 GMT

Injured striker Asamoah Gyan is named in Ghana's final 23-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Kumasi Director Blasts Ghana Movie Awards Over Idikoko's Award

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:27:31 GMT

Many are those who described the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards as the most boring event in 2011.

Tackie wants to be President of Ghana Boxing

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:45:26 GMT

Hon. Tackie-Komme declares ambition to be Ghana Boxing President* With agitations ongoing for the Ghana Boxing Authority to go to congress and elect executives, Hon.

Ghana defender Addy in China move

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:36:30 GMT

Ghana defender Lee Addy joined newly-promoted Chinese side Daelin Aerbin