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Multimedia Ghana
Ghana
Illegal Mining
Galamsey
2024 Presidential Elections
National Democratic Congress
Affirmative Action Law
Gender Equality
John Mahama
Dr. Mahmoud Bawumia
Electoral Commission
Electoral Commission Ghana
Energy Sector
Electricity Company Of Ghana
NPP
Bernard Mona
Subri Forest Reserve
Jubilee House
2024 General Election
Water Pollution
Anti-Galamsey Protest

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Ghana’s public debt stock has surged again, rising by more than GH¢70 billion in just three months, reflecting pressures from the cedi’s sharp depreciation against the US dollar in the third quarter of 2025.

An Accra High Court pulls the brakes on the planned funeral of music legend Daddy Lumba, halting proceedings scheduled for tomorrow.

A major confrontation is expected in Parliament today, as both the Majority and the Minority signal their readiness for a repeat of yesterday’s disorderly scenes on the floor.

Ghana’s inflation rate has dropped for the eleventh consecutive month, easing to 6.3% in November 2025 from 8.0% in October, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the Ghana Statistical Service.

A petition was submitted to President John Dramani Mahama seeking the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyabeng, accusing him of incompetence, financial mismanagement, and a lack of tangible results after four years in office.

President John Mahama submits ten separate petitions to CJ Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, seeking the removal of EC Chairperson Jean Mensah and her deputies, and Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng.

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin is set to rule on eligibility of Kpandai seat following Tamale Court ruling

Victims of a recent fire in the Dansoman Market have pleaded with the government for aid after suffering significant losses.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Edward Provencal
Former managing director of BOST
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Richard Elima
Natural Resource Governance Analyst
Episode: Galamsey’s Poisonous Impact
Richard Elema
Natural Resource Governance Analyst
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Professor Paul Sampany
Consultant, history and forensic pathologist
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Mahmudu Bawumia
Former Vice President of Ghana and candidate for NPP flag bearer
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Episode: NPP Prepares For 2028
Dr. Collins Bedwa Jumani
Incoming president for Pan-African Psychology Union
Episode: Gbenyiri Land Clashes
Bright Simons
Policy analyst and Vice President of Imani Africa
Imani Africa
Episode: Emergency Landing in Nkawkaw
Dr. Franca Mwakohene
Deputy Lancet Natural Resources Minister
Episode: Emergency Landing in Nkawkaw
James Kumbini
Cyclist and environmental advocate promoting clean energy
Episode: Ya-Na Dismisses Hon. John Jinapor

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Pearl Ophuria
Host of the Midday News, providing insights into the current affairs of Ghana.
Mamisi Nyameche Thompson
Host of Joy News Independent, focused on investigative news reporting.

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Ghana Armed Forces Recruitment Update
Q: What modifications has the Armed Forces put in place to prevent the recurrence of the incident?
Under the new arrangement, screening will be decentralized across eight subcentres instead of concentrating thousands of applicants at a single location.
2026 Budget Parliamentary Debate
Q: What gaps or persistent challenges did Sengana highlight regarding the budget allocations?
Sengana pointed out ongoing challenges such as staffing shortages, inconsistent funding, and inequitable access in the social sectors.
2026 Budget Parliamentary Debate
Q: What's the holdup in Parliament proceedings?
The proceedings were delayed as many MPs were late to arrive despite being told they would start at 10 a.m.
Gold for Oil Programme
Q: Well, the report is also recommending that you be prosecuted. Do you agree to this?
Dr. Provencal expressed that if findings are indeed correct, then the law should proceed, emphasizing the program's transparency.
Gold for Oil Programme
Q: Have you seen this report, really? And how do you respond to it?
Dr. Provencal stated that the Gold for Oil initiative was run transparently and according to corporate governance practices.

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The content often centers around pressing national issues, particularly in the context of governance, the economy, and social justice. Topics such as illegal mining, economic policies, governmental accountability, and public health are recurrent themes. Noteworthy discussions touch on the ramifications of illegal mining on the environment and community health, as well as updates on government initiatives and parliamentary debates that impact daily life. Featuring a mix of news updates and in-depth analyses, the output is succinct yet informative, aiming to keep listeners engaged with current events and their implications for society.

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