The Technical Adviser at the Ministry of Finance says an 8 per cent base pay increase for public sector workers in 2027 will leave them better off in real terms as easing inflation helps preserve salary purchasing power, with real wage improvements achieved when moderate increases are paired with lower inflation.
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The Technical Adviser at the Ministry of Finance says an 8 per cent base pay increase for public sector workers in 2027 will leave them better off in real terms as easing inflation helps preserve salary purchasing power, with real wage improvements achieved when moderate increases are paired with lower inflation.
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The president of the National Association of Graduate Teachers says organised labour may return to negotiate the eight per cent base pay increase for public sector workers in 2027 if economic conditions or the cost of living change during the year, citing concerns about rising fuel and food prices eroding workers' purchasing power.
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Ghana's Attorney-General told the Supreme Court that Kotoka International Airport remains the legal name of the country's international airport because the legislative process to rename it Accra International Airport has not been completed. The government argued that a public announcement does not give legal effect to the renaming, which must proceed through Parliament and statutory changes.
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Economist Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana's inflation is projected to remain below 10 per cent over the next three to four years, based on the government's medium-term fiscal projections which indicate sustained single-digit inflation.
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Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana's public sector wage bill is extraordinarily high compared with regional counterparts, leaving little room for capital spending after compensation, interest payments and transfers to statutory funds.
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Apple's new foldable iPhone Duo, priced at $1,999, sold out shortly after launching over a week ago, and the company says it cannot predict when additional units will be available as demand remains high. Some buyers have experienced cracked screens on the device, which Apple has said it will replace.
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The UK and EU have agreed a draft deal to remove post-Brexit checks on food and agricultural exports, removing requirements for Export Health Certificates, Phytosanitary certificates, inspector fees, and other checks. The government claims the UK economy will see £5.1bn worth of annual benefits, and the deal will allow exports of fresh sausages, burgers, shellfish and seed potatoes to resume.
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Ghana's Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has urged African leaders to view diaspora citizens as economic partners who can create businesses and trade channels rather than merely as sources of family remittances. The remarks were made at the launch of a trade desk by Elevate Africa Convening, designed to connect African businesses with continental markets.
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MTN Ghana has set December 10, 2026 as the interim dividend payment date for the third quarter, with a gross interim dividend of GH¢0.03 per share declared by the Board. Shareholders registered in the company's books as of November 26, 2026 will qualify for the dividend, which will be paid electronically subject to applicable tax deductions.
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Ghana's treasury bills auction in October 2026 attracted GH¢19.9 billion in investor bids against a GH¢16.37 billion target, with 21.99% oversubscription, though the government accepted GH¢14.97 billion, falling short of its target. Yields eased across all tenors, with the 91-day, 182-day and 364-day rates declining to 4.60%, 6.26% and 9.60%, respectively.
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Secondary market turnover declined 44.87% week-on-week to GH¢5.03 billion, with most trading activity concentrated in 2027-2030 maturities at 57.83% of turnover. Databank Research expects upcoming inflation data to influence near-term trading activity as investors reassess rate expectations.
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Oil prices rose in early Asian trade after a report that the United States struck Iran's Qeshm Island, raising concerns about escalation of the eight-month conflict and potential disruptions to Middle East oil supplies. Brent crude futures rose 0.5% to $105.25 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude also rose 0.5% to $96.93 a barrel.
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Ghana's proposed TRAFFITEC-GH technology-driven traffic enforcement system could improve road safety and reduce corruption, but will only succeed if paired with proper infrastructure, fair enforcement, public education, and transparent institutions rather than merely catching more motorists.
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Ghana's housing deficit declined from 2.8 million units in 2010 to 1.8 million in 2021, according to the Ghana Statistical Service, but persistent gaps remain in access to electricity, sanitation and decent settlement conditions across households.
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The Ghana Statistical Service reports that 30.8 per cent of urban residents live in slums or informal settlements, with persistent gaps in access to decent housing and essential services despite improvements in electricity, drinking water, and sanitation over recent years.
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Nearly 19.8 million Ghanaians (58.7% of the population) now live in urban areas as of 2025, according to the Ghana Statistical Service, intensifying demand for housing, sanitation, roads, schools and other essential services. Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu urged local-level development decisions based on granular data rather than national averages, citing persistent inequalities in living conditions despite improvements in electricity and water access.
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The Public Services Workers' Union has renewed calls to scrap the Single Spine Pay Policy, arguing that inconsistent administration over eight to nine years has created deep disparities and unfairness in public sector salaries that cannot be resolved through routine annual increases. The union's General Secretary said the policy, originally intended to promote fairness, has failed to address persistent salary disparities particularly at lower levels of the public service.
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While early detection and access to treatment are vital, the article argues that post-treatment experiences of breast cancer survivors—including physical and emotional consequences—deserve greater public attention. A 2025 study documented substantial gaps in treatment initiation for patients referred for breast biopsies in Ghana's Oti and Volta regions.
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The National Association of Graduate Teachers president Jacob Anaba has urged a review of the public sector salary adjustment system, proposing minimum and maximum base pay levels instead of uniform percentage increases. He argued that a fixed percentage increase fails lower-earning workers, citing those earning around GH¢700 monthly, and that higher-paid workers earning beyond GH¢15,000 monthly should not receive the same adjustment.
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A child in Lewis County died in connection with an ongoing measles outbreak, marking New York state's first known measles-associated death in more than 30 years. As of October 24, New York had reported 178 measles cases this year, with state health officials working with county departments and local partners to provide vaccinations and investigate cases.
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Bethel Seventh-day Adventist Church in Osu will hold the third edition of its annual "The King Is Coming" concert on November 7, 2026, themed "Babylon Is Fallen" and featuring the Heavenly Strings Choir. The programme combines music, worship, and biblical reflection focused on the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, with live streaming available on Facebook and YouTube.
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While Ghana's top leaders have begun adopting local dress like kente and fugu — with Parliament's Speaker and President Mahama leading by example — wider society continues to embrace colonial and foreign cultural practices, from English language dominance to imported food and foreign names displacing indigenous alternatives.
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Match Day 9 of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League produced three draws and five victories, highlighting how established sides are struggling to maintain consistency while less-fancied teams continue to make their presence felt, with reputation offering little guarantee of points. Vision FC and Port City drew 0-0, while Aduana FC defeated Berekum Chelsea 2-0.
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North Korea has denied allegations that it orchestrated a record $6.3bn hack of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, with a senior official calling the accusations "absurd rhetoric" and a "sinister attempt" by the US to damage Pyongyang's image. The FBI, Secret Service, and cyber analysts have attributed the attack to a state-backed North Korean hacking group called TraderTraitor.
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Economist Dr Theo Acheampong argues that a 5% pay rise in a stable economy leaves workers better off than a 30% increase during runaway inflation. He says lasting improvements in living standards require stable prices, reliable public services, and more employment opportunities alongside fair wages.
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