Ghana News Agency

The Ghana News Agency (GNA) serves as the official news outlet for Ghana. Established in 1957 by Kwame Nkrumah, it was created to shape a positive image of the nation for international audiences while managing information flow within the country. A 1964 report by The New York Times revealed that most of the news provided by GNA came from Reuters, as the agency had only a limited number of foreign correspondents. It acted as a filter for international news, sharing content with the Ghanaian media while censoring any critical reports about the country's government. For many years, GNA was recognized as one of Africa's most effective news agencies, promoting what Nkrumah referred to as the "clear ideology of the African Revolution" and supporting the cause of African and Ghanaian freedom. Originally a government department, GNA transitioned to a state corporation when Ghana became a republic in 1960. Although the media landscape in Ghana is generally considered to be quite free, the GNA was noted for its strong pro-government stance as recently as 2001. The agency's goal is to foster political, social, and economic growth in Ghana by creating a knowledge-driven society. It achieves this by collecting, processing, and sharing high-quality news and information that resonates with the values of Ghanaians, covering stories from across the country, Africa, and the globe.

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20 youth African technology entrepreneurs seek investment in S. Korea

Dec 17, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell AwumahHo, Dec 17, GNA - Twenty promising youth entrepreneurs from African technology ventures and enterprise support organisations have embarked on a two-week study tour of the Republic of South Korea, seeking investment and insights from the country's innovative tech ecosystem. Representing eight African nations - Ghana, Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda - the delegates span diverse technological sectors, including agritech and health.
Conference calls for African scientific sovereignty, renewed investment in research capabilities

Dec 17, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell AwumahHo, Dec 17, GNA - The African Academy of Sciences' (AAS) 15th Bi-Annual General Assembly and Scientific Conference held in Abuja, Nigeria, has ended with calls for African scientific sovereignty and renewed investment in the continent's research capabilities. The four-day event, themed "Empowering and Advancing Africa's Scientific Enterprise," featured prominent voices in African science and development policy.
Study discovers risk factors of undiagnosed Diabetes, pre-diabetes situation in Ghana

Dec 3, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

Ho, Dec. 3, GNA- A study has shown that undiagnosed diabetes is a significant public health concern in Ghana, necessitating comprehensive research to discover the disease prevalence. The situation is also a global health challenge, contributing to morbidity and mortality worldwide with the burden in the country, escalating, especially in an era of infectious diseases like COVID-19, HIV and tuberculosis.
GMX streaming platform launched with focus on promoting Ghanaian music content | Ghana News Agency

Oct 31, 2024 | gna.org.gh

Accra, Oct. 31, GNA – The Ghana Music Xperience (GMX), the latest music streaming innovation, is set to transform the music landscape with its unparalleled focus on Ghanaian…
Africa makes strides in less than three of 32 SDGs targets - Report

Jul 20, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

Ho, July 20, GNA - The 2024 Africa Sustainable Development Report (2024-ASDR) has revealed that the continent is on track to reach only less than three of the 32 targets assessed by the SDGs. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the African Development Bank (AfDB), has presented the 2024-ASDR report at an event held on the margins of the UN High-Level Political Forum for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in New York,...
Rejected Ballot: A misplaced power of the thumb | Ghana News Agency

Jul 17, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

GNA feature by Maxwell Awumah Ho, July 17, GNA- The phrase “misplaced power of the thumb” could metaphorically suggest the misuse or mishandling of voting authority or the symbolic act of voting. Imagine a scenario, where the “thumb” symbolizes the power to vote-a fundamental right in democratic societies. If this power is “misplaced,” it could imply that voting rights are not properly exercised or respected, leading to ballots being rejected.
Networks of Practice, a game-changer to achieve primary healthcare - Dr Awudu | Ghana News Agency

Mar 29, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell AwumahHo, March 29, GNA-Dr Tinorgah Awudu, a Senior Health Consultant has said the nationwide rollout of the Networks of Practice (NoPs) was to significantly enhance service delivery through the primary Healthcare system, especially at the sub-district and community levels. He said NoPs were deliberately designed to build networks of health facilities at the sub-district level and support them to better work optimally to strengthen public healthcare.
Malnutrition, anemia remain concern to UNICEF

Mar 28, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA Ho (V/R), March 28, GNA – Madam Josephine Agborson, Health Officer with the UNICEF, Accra Office, says malnutrition and anemia, especially among children under-five remained a concern to the United Nations body. She said challenges, such as stunting and wasting rates must be addressed and proven interventions promoting optimal infant and young child feeding practiced.
Volta Region to get 600-bed tertiary hospital facility - Dr Letsa | Ghana News Agency

Mar 27, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA Ho, March 27, GNA – Dr Archibald Yao Letsa, Volta Regional Minister, has revealed that a new 600-bed tertiary hospital facility would be established in the region to meet the growing health demands of Volta and two other regions. He said some grant arrangements with partners were ongoing for the construction of the facility.
Africa to account for eleven of world’s 20 fastest-growing economies — Report | Ghana News Agency

Feb 17, 2024 | gna.org.gh | Maxwell Awumah

By Maxwell Awumah, GNA  Ho, Feb 17, GNA – The latest Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook of the African Continent released on Friday by the African Development Bank Group suggests that Africa will account for eleven of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2024.   Overall, real gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the continent is expected to average 3.8 per cent and 4.2 per cent in 2024 and 2025, respectively.