Ghana

Vantage | How 'loan sharks' like China are keeping Zambia in debt

The interconnected nature of global debt dynamics highlights the need for careful consideration and international cooperation in addressing the economic vulnerabilities of developing nations

Vantage | Why Europe is arming Ghana in its fight against terror

The EU's commitment to supporting West African nations, including Ghana, in their fight against terrorism and instability is a significant step in the right direction

Kamala Harris unveils $1 billion for African women's empowerment

Harris has already announced $139 million in development and culture assistance for Ghana and a $100 million investment in stability and peace-building for coastal West African nations, who face the threat of jihadist violence spilling over from the Sahel

Kamala Harris recalls 'horror' of slavery in Ghana

The US vice president was given a guided tour of Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where slaves were shipped to North and South America and the Caribbean, shown the dungeons and the door of no return

Kamala Harris brings aid package to Ghana on Africa tour

The trip to Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia until 2 April follows a December summit hosted by President Joe Biden in Washington with leaders from Africa, where the US hopes to balance the rising influence of China and Russia

Kamala Harris arrives in Ghana on three-nation African tour

The trip to Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia until 2 April comes after a December summit hosted by President Joe Biden in Washington with US leaders and counterparts from Africa, a continent where China and Russia are enjoying rising influence

VP Harris to meet Ghana's president as she begins Africa trip

Nana Akufo-Addo oversaw one of the world’s fast-growing economies before the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the cost of food and other necessities has been skyrocketing, and the country is facing a debt crisis as it struggles to make payments

Ghana man reported to be world's tallest at 9 foot six. But what's the truth?

Sulemana Abdul Samed, from a village in Northern Ghana, was diagnosed with gigantism several years ago and has never stopped growing. This is his story

Ghana is no longer the economic poster boy of West Africa

Ghana is currently battling its worst financial crisis in decades with inflation hovering at a record 50.3 percent

Burkina Faso summons Ghana ambassador over Russia’s Wagner group allegations

Ghana's ambassador Boniface Gambila Adagbila said his president ‘did not intend to condemn Burkina Faso, nor to sow doubt’