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Breaking News
- Ghana's economy to grow by 4.2% in 2023 - IMF: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Ghana's economy will grow by 4.2% in 2023, up from 3.5% in 2022.
- Akufo-Addo commissions 100-bed hospital in Accra: President Nana Akufo-Addo has commissioned a 100-bed hospital in Accra, which is expected to provide quality healthcare to residents of the city.
- Ghana to host 2023 African Games: Ghana has been selected to host the 2023 African Games, which is expected to attract athletes from across the continent.
Politics
- NDC to hold national delegates' conference in April: The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it will hold its national delegates' conference in April to elect new national executives.
- Akufo-Addo to address nation on economy: President Nana Akufo-Addo is expected to address the nation on the state of the economy, amidst concerns over the country's debt and economic challenges.
- Ghana's parliament to debate 2023 budget: Ghana's parliament is set to debate the 2023 budget, which is expected to address the country's economic challenges and provide relief to citizens.
Sports
- Black Stars to face Brazil in friendly match: The Black Stars of Ghana are set to face Brazil in a friendly match in March, as part of their preparations for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
- Ghana's U-20 team qualifies for World Cup: Ghana's Under-20 team has qualified for the 2023 FIFA World Cup, after defeating Morocco in the African qualifiers.
- Asante Kotoko to face Al Hilal in CAF Champions League: Asante Kotoko is set to face Al Hilal of Sudan in the CAF Champions League, after qualifying for the group stages of the competition.
Business
- Ghana's inflation rate drops to 23.6%: Ghana's inflation rate has dropped to 23.6%, according to the latest figures from the Ghana Statistical Service.
- Ghana to benefit from $1.5 billion World Bank loan: Ghana is set to benefit from a $1.5 billion loan from the World Bank, which is expected to support the country's economic development.
- Ghana's stock market gains 2.5%: Ghana's stock market has gained 2.5% in the past week, driven by strong performances from some of the country's largest companies.
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from GhanaWeb. I hope you find them informative and interesting!