Ghananation news

Here are some recent news headlines from Ghana:

Politics

• Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo has appointed a new Chief Justice, Justice Kwasi Anin-Yeboah, to replace Justice Sophia Akuffo. (Source: GhanaWeb)
• The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) of planning to rig the 2024 general elections. (Source: MyJoyOnline)

Economy

• Ghana's economy is expected to grow by 6.8% in 2023, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). (Source: Graphic Online)
• The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has suspended trading on the shares of some companies, including the state-owned Ghana Commercial Bank, due to non-compliance with listing rules. (Source: BusinessGhana)

Health

• Ghana has recorded a significant increase in cases of COVID-19, with 1,144 new cases reported in the past week. (Source: Ghana Health Service)
• The Ghana Health Service has launched a new initiative to improve maternal and child health in the country. (Source: ModernGhana)

Sports

• The Black Stars, Ghana's national football team, have qualified for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after defeating South Africa 2-0 in a playoff match. (Source: Goal.com)
• The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced a new sponsorship deal with MTN Ghana, worth $10 million. (Source: Sports24)

Other News

• A fire has destroyed a major market in Accra, Ghana's capital city, leaving many traders without goods or income. (Source: GhanaWeb)
• The Ghana Police Service has launched a new initiative to reduce crime in the country, including the use of technology to monitor and respond to criminal activity. (Source: MyJoyOnline)