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Would you like to access news/blog content published by sources located in Ghana?
Code example
If you'd like to make a REST call, then make a following POST request:
Endpoint /api/v1/article/getArticles
Request body
{
"sourceLocationUri": "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghana",
"resultType": "articles",
"apiKey": "API_KEY"
}
If you'd like instead to do a GET request then call:
/api/v1/article/getArticles?sourceLocationUri=http%3A%2F%2Fen.wikipedia.org%2Fwiki%2FGhana&resultType=articles&apiKey=API_KEY
Example of JSON response
Below is an example JSON object that you would receive as the result of the request. You can retrieve also additional properties such as concepts, categories, source details, etc. by specifying additional parameters in the request as described on the documentation page.
{
"articles": {
"results": [
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"title": "Chelsea Staff Warned Over Fantasy Premier League Use",
"body": "Chelsea have warned staff to be careful about inadvertently revealing team news through Fantasy Premier League after Joao Pedro's injury appeared to have been disclosed through team selections.\n\nAn email was sent to staff reminding them of the potential consequences of using inside information when playing Fantasy Premier League or other public gaming platforms, where team selection choices could reveal which players are unavailable or close to returning.\n\nIt followed leaks before the 2-0 home defeat by Tottenham, when Pedro was a surprise absentee because of what has since emerged to be a quad injury.\n\nSeveral influential Fantasy Premier League content creators claimed to have seen evidence that forward Morgan Rogers, along with several members of Chelsea staff, had removed Pedro from their Fantasy Premier League teams before kick-off at Stamford Bridge, despite no club announcement having been made about his injury.\n\nAsked about the matter by BBC Sport after the defeat, Xabi Alonso said he was unaware of the situation. He replied: \"I am not into the fantasy team thing, so I didn't know that.\"\n\nSince joining Chelsea in the summer, Alonso, 44, has generally been guarded when discussing injury issues in media conferences.\n\nChelsea have also previously experienced problems with leaks.\n\nDuring former manager Liam Rosenior's four-month spell in charge last season, team selections were leaked before both legs of the club's Champions League defeat by Paris St-Germain.\n\nIt also later emerged former defender Marc Cucurella's barber had revealed on social media that Pedro and Cole Palmer would miss a trip to Brighton last season after discussing the matter with his client.\n\nWith regard to Fantasy Premier League, no further restrictions are expected because Chelsea regard the incident as an isolated case that can be managed through greater awareness among players and staff.\n\nThere have been many further examples, claiming to suggest players from clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool, Leicester and Newcastle made revealing changes to their teams, while BBC Sport has identified accounts believed by Fantasy Premier League trackers to be linked to high-profile players and figures at clubs across the division.",
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"url": "https://yen.com.gh/people/315428-indonesia-lists-5-categories-foreigners-eligible-golden-visa-long-term-residency/",
"title": "Indonesia lists 5 categories of foreigners eligible for its Golden Visa with long-term residency",
"body": "* Indonesia announced a Golden Visa programme outlining five specific categories of foreigners who could qualify for long-term residency in the country\n\n* The scheme targets investors, business figures, and other high-value individuals seeking extended stays in Indonesia\n\n* Ghanaians exploring international residency options may find the programme relevant as global golden visa schemes grow in popularity\n\nIndonesia has introduced a Golden Visa programme, setting out five distinct categories of foreigners who are eligible to apply for long-term residency in the Southeast Asian nation.\n\nThe Indonesian government unveiled the initiative as part of efforts to attract high-value individuals and stimulate economic growth through foreign participation.\n\nWho qualifies for Indonesia's Golden Visa?\n\nThe five categories of eligible foreigners include investors who commit significant capital to the Indonesian economy, as well as foreign business owners seeking to establish or expand operations within the country.\n\nHighly skilled professionals in sectors considered strategic to Indonesia's development also qualify, alongside foreign retirees with proven financial stability.\n\nThe fifth category covers former Indonesian citizens wishing to reconnect with the country.\n\nEach category comes with its own set of financial and documentation requirements, and successful applicants are granted residency for periods ranging from five to ten years, depending on the nature and scale of their investment or contribution.\n\nThe Golden Visa is distinct from a standard work or tourist visa in that it grants holders the right to live, work, and conduct business in Indonesia without requiring frequent visa renewals.\n\nWhat this means for Ghanaians\n\nFor Ghanaians looking beyond the continent for residency opportunities, Indonesia's Golden Visa presents a potentially attractive option, particularly for entrepreneurs and investors seeking a foothold in a rapidly growing Asian economy.\n\nIndonesia is the world's fourth most populous country and one of Southeast Asia's largest economies, making it an increasingly appealing destination for African professionals and business figures pursuing global mobility.\n\nAs more countries introduce structured residency-by-investment schemes, Ghanaian high-net-worth individuals and skilled professionals are increasingly exploring such pathways.\n\nIndonesia's programme adds to a growing list of nations, including Portugal, the UAE, and several Caribbean states, that have opened similar routes to long-term residency for qualified foreigners.\n\nThose interested in applying are advised to consult Indonesia's Directorate General of Immigration for the latest eligibility criteria and application procedures.\n\nIndonesia sets minimum balance for visa\n\nMeanwhile, YEN.com.gh had reported that Indonesia announced the financial requirements foreigners were required to meet to qualify for its second home visa programme.\n\nThe five-year visa targeted wealthy individuals seeking long-term residency in the Southeast Asian nation.\n\nApplicants were required to demonstrate a minimum account balance to be considered eligible for the scheme.",
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"url": "https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/315424-francis-ayenu-robb-definitions-declares-intention-contest-npp-ayawaso-west-wuogon-primaries/",
"title": "Popular Ghanaian business mogul and lawyer declares intention to contest NPP parliamentary primaries",
"body": "* Francis Ayenu, known as Robb Definitions, officially announced his intention to contest the NPP parliamentary primaries in Ayawaso West Wuogon\n\n* The prominent Ghanaian lawyer and business mogul is targeting the seat currently held by incumbent MP John Dumelo ahead of 2028\n\n* Ayenu cited the legacy of past constituency representatives as inspiration for his declaration posted on Instagram on November 10, 2026\n\nFrancis Ayenu, the Ghanaian lawyer and business mogul widely known as Robb Definitions, has officially declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party's parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency, setting the stage for a potential challenge against sitting MP and close friend John Dumelo in the 2028 general elections.\n\nAyenu made the announcement via a post on Instagram on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, styling himself as an aspiring parliamentary candidate under the NPP banner and addressing residents of the constituency directly.\n\nRobb Definitions' case for Ayawaso West Wuogon\n\nIn his declaration, the lawyer and real estate industry figure framed his bid around reconnecting with the constituency's grassroots base.\n\nThe Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency covers areas stretching from Santana/Tesano through Abelemkpe, Dzorwulu, Airport, Roman Ridge, East Legon, Christian Centre, Mempeasem, Okponglo, Legon and West Legon.\n\nAyenu acknowledged the contributions of previous parliamentary representatives, including George Isaac Amoo, Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, the late Emmanuel Kyeremateng Agyarko and Lydia Seyram Alhassan, positioning his bid as a continuation of that legacy under new leadership.\n\n\"The time has come to reconnect with our grassroots, rebuild our political strength and make history together,\" he wrote, closing with the rallying call: \"Let's do it together!!! Change is coming!!!\"\n\nThe lawyer, who had hinted at contesting the NPP primaries in August 2026 will face stiff competition to become the opposition party's candidate for the 2028 elections.\n\nSamuel Owusu Amankwah, a former constituency youth organiser, and Barbara Quashigah, an entrepreneur, philanthropist and daughter of the late Major Courage Quashigah, a former cabinet minister under President John Agyekum Kufuor have both expressed interest in contesting for the primaries in the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency.\n\nShould Ayenu succeed in securing the NPP's parliamentary ticket, he would face John Dumelo, who won the Ayawaso West Wuogon seat for the NDC in the 2024 general elections.\n\nThe two are reported to be close acquaintances, adding a personal dimension to what could become a highly competitive race ahead of 2028.\n\nThe Instagram post of Robb Definitions declaring his intention to contest the NPP primaries is below:\n\nWho is Ghanaian businessman Robb Definitions?\n\nRobb Definitions is a serial entrepreneur, a real estate developer, a lawyer and an entertainment executive from Ghana who was based in the US.\n\nHe has worked with some of the country's biggest superstars and showbiz brands, including Akwaaba UK and DJ Mensah.\n\nIn 2024, Rob Definition opened up about suspicions that he had been deported to Ghana. Speaking to Kingdom FM's Fiifi Pratt, the showbiz mogul admitted that he had serious paperwork issues, hence his decision to relocate to his home country.\n\nHe was called to the Ghana Bar along with other lawyers at a ceremony at Cedi Conference Centre on the University of Ghana campus in 2026, months after graduating from law school.\n\nReactions to Robb Definitions' NPP primary announcement\n\nThe declaration drew swift responses from followers online.\n\nYEN.com.gh compiled some reactions from Ghanaians on social media below:\n\n@kwabenaprempeh commented:\n\n\"Heavy, riding behind you. As a matter of fact, I saw you in my dreams. It is our seat now!\"\n\n@cleanperfect10 wrote:\n\n\"Let's go ❤️.\"\n\n@veenaofficial added:\n\n\"GUYMAN ABA! ❤️\"\n\nKufuor's son set to contest NPP primaries\n\nEarlier, YEN.com.gh reported about actor and businessman Edward Agyekum Kufuor's bid to contest the NPP parliamentary primary in Atwima Nwabiagya North, where his father, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, once served as MP.\n\nHis campaign promises included better feeder roads and schools, cocoa value addition and more opportunities for young people.\n\nThe declaration was a personal homecoming for Edward, whose father represented the constituency before becoming Ghana's president.",
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"body": "Ghana has experienced several political and public-sector scandals since the era of former President Jerry John Rawlings, with successive administrations facing allegations of corruption, financial mismanagement, procurement irregularities and abuse of office.\n\nFrom controversial judgement debt payments and alleged corruption in public procurement to the controversial sale of government contracts and the expenditure of public funds, these incidents have repeatedly raised questions about accountability and transparency in public service.\n\nWhile some cases resulted in prosecutions, others generated parliamentary investigations, public inquiries and political controversies, with several remaining unresolved.\n\nHere are some of the major scandals and controversies that have shaped Ghana's political and governance landscape from the Rawlings era to 2026.\n\n1. Mabey & Johnson bribery scandal in 2009\n\nOne of the major corruption controversies linked to the Rawlings era involved British construction company Mabey & Johnson, which admitted in a UK court in 2009 that it had paid bribes to Ghanaian public officials to secure government contracts.\n\nSeveral former government officials were named in the proceedings, including former ministers and other senior public figures. Among those mentioned were Kwame Peprah, Ato Quarshie and Sipa Yankey.\n\nlinNotable corruption scandals that hit the Akufo-Addo governmentk text\n\nAccording to a report by myjoyonline.com, the case raised questions about corruption in the award of public contracts during the PNDC administration and the early years of the Fourth Republic.\n\n2. Ghana@50 celebrations scandal in 2007\n\nGhana's 50th anniversary of independence in 2007 was expected to be a major national celebration. However, the event became embroiled in controversy over expenditure, procurement and the management of funds allocated for the celebrations.\n\nQuestions were raised about the cost of projects, contracts awarded and the use of public resources during the anniversary celebrations.\n\nThe controversy attracted criticism from sections of the public and political opposition, who demanded greater transparency over the expenditure.\n\n3. Woyome judgement debt scandal in 2012\n\nThe Alfred Agbesi Woyome judgement debt scandal remains one of Ghana's most prominent corruption controversies.\n\nWoyome received approximately GH¢51 million in judgement debt payments after claiming compensation over a financial engineering arrangement connected to preparations for the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations.\n\nThe payments sparked public outrage and questions about how the government approved the compensation despite concerns about the contractual arrangements.\n\nThe scandal also led to a major political confrontation, with then Attorney-General Martin Amidu pursuing the matter and subsequently losing his position in January 2012.\n\nAccording to a report by citinewsroom.com, the Supreme Court later ordered Woyome to refund the money, although recovering the full amount became a prolonged legal and political issue.\n\n4. GYEEDA scandal in 2013\n\nThe Ghana Youth Employment and Entrepreneurial Development Agency (GYEEDA) scandal exposed alleged financial irregularities in a government programme established to create employment opportunities for young people.\n\nInvestigations raised concerns about questionable contracts, payments to service providers and the management of public funds.\n\nA committee chaired by Professor William Ato Essuman examined the operations of the programme and identified several irregularities.\n\nThe controversy generated public debate about whether a programme designed to tackle youth unemployment had instead become a channel for financial mismanagement.\n\n5. SADA scandal in 2014\n\nThe Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA) scandal became another major controversy involving the management of public funds.\n\nSADA was established to promote development in northern Ghana through interventions in agriculture, infrastructure and other economic activities.\n\nHowever, questions emerged over the implementation of some projects, including a controversial tree-planting initiative and the expenditure of millions of cedis.\n\nThe controversy prompted investigations and renewed calls for accountability in the management of development funds intended for deprived communities.\n\n6. Brazil 2014 World Cup cash scandal in 2014\n\nGhana's participation in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil was overshadowed by a financial controversy involving the transportation of approximately US$3 million in cash to the tournament.\n\nThe money was flown to Brazil to settle outstanding appearance fees and bonuses owed to Black Stars players.\n\nThe decision attracted widespread criticism, with many Ghanaians questioning why the government could not use conventional banking channels to transfer the funds.\n\nThe incident became a symbol of the financial and administrative challenges surrounding Ghana's World Cup campaign.\n\n7. Airbus bribery scandal in 2020\n\nThe Airbus bribery scandal concerned the procurement of military transport aircraft by Ghana from European aircraft manufacturer Airbus.\n\nInvestigations in the United Kingdom and the United States established that Airbus had engaged in bribery involving intermediaries in several countries, including Ghana, in connection with aircraft sales.\n\nThe case generated controversy in Ghana because of allegations involving intermediaries connected to former President John Dramani Mahama.\n\nHowever, Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), after its independent investigation, reported in August 2024 that it found no evidence that Mahama was involved in or facilitated the intermediary relationship.\n\nThe case remains one of the most politically debated corruption investigations involving a former Ghanaian president.\n\n8. PPA Contracts for Sale scandal in 2019\n\nAn investigative documentary by journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni in August 2019 exposed alleged irregularities involving the then Chief Executive Officer of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA), Adjenim Boateng Adjei.\n\nThe documentary, titled Contracts for Sale, alleged that a company linked to the PPA boss secured government contracts and subsequently sold them to other companies for execution.\n\nThe revelations prompted President Akufo-Addo to suspend Adjei and refer the matter to the relevant investigative bodies.\n\nThe Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) later found that Adjei had placed himself in a conflict-of-interest situation.\n\nThe case became one of the most significant procurement-related controversies of the Akufo-Addo administration.\n\n9. PDS power concession scandal in 2019\n\nThe controversial concession agreement between the government of Ghana and Power Distribution Services (PDS) Limited became a major national issue in 2019.\n\nPDS had been selected to take over the operations of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) under the government's Power Compact programme.\n\nHowever, the agreement was suspended after concerns emerged about the validity of the payment security guarantee provided by the company.\n\nThe government subsequently terminated the concession agreement, citing fundamental and material breaches.\n\nThe controversy raised questions about due diligence, procurement procedures and the government's handling of the power sector reform programme.\n\n10. Agyapa Royalties scandal in 2020\n\nThe Agyapa Royalties deal attracted intense public criticism following the government's proposal to monetise a portion of Ghana's future gold royalties through a special-purpose company.\n\nUnder the arrangement, Agyapa Royalties Limited was expected to list 49 per cent of its shares on the London Stock Exchange, while the government retained a 51 per cent stake.\n\nCritics questioned the transparency of the arrangement, the valuation of the country's mineral royalties and the offshore registration of the company in Jersey.\n\nThe Office of the Special Prosecutor conducted a corruption risk assessment and identified several potential corruption risks and breaches in the structuring of the deal.\n\nFollowing the controversy, the government suspended the proposed listing.\n\n11. Sputnik V vaccine procurement scandal in 2021\n\nGhana's attempt to procure Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccines through private intermediaries generated controversy over the prices and procurement arrangements.\n\nThe government had entered into an arrangement involving a private company to procure the vaccines at a reported price of US$19 per dose, significantly higher than the reported price at which Russia supplied the vaccines.\n\nThe agreement attracted parliamentary scrutiny, with questions raised about the role of intermediaries, the procurement process and the potential financial implications for the country.\n\nThe controversy eventually contributed to the cancellation of the vaccine supply agreement.\n\n12. Charles Adu Boahen and the 'cash for seats' controversy in 2022\n\nFormer Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Charles Adu Boahen, became embroiled in controversy following revelations from an investigative documentary by Anas Aremeyaw Anas and the Tiger Eye PI team.\n\nIn the documentary, Adu Boahen was captured allegedly suggesting that individuals seeking access to the Vice-President could make financial contributions.\n\nThe revelations triggered public outrage and calls for his removal from office.\n\nPresident Akufo-Addo subsequently terminated his appointment, while the Office of the Special Prosecutor investigated the matter.\n\nThe case reignited discussions about influence-peddling, access to political officeholders and ethical standards in public service.\n\n13. Cecilia Dapaah's alleged stolen cash scandal in 2023\n\nThe former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Abena Dapaah, became the centre of a major national controversy after reports emerged that two domestic workers had allegedly stolen large sums of money and valuable items from her residence.\n\nCourt proceedings involving the domestic workers brought to public attention claims that US$1 million, €300,000 and millions of cedis had allegedly been stolen from the residence.\n\nThe reported amounts generated widespread public debate, particularly over how a public official could keep such substantial sums of money at home.\n\nThe Office of the Special Prosecutor subsequently arrested and questioned Dapaah over suspected corruption and corruption-related offences.\n\nShe resigned from her ministerial position in July 2023. The case also sparked wider conversations about asset declaration, public officials' wealth and accountability.\n\n14. Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) scandal in 2023\n\nThe SML controversy emerged following investigations into contracts awarded to Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).\n\nThe company had been engaged to provide revenue assurance services, including monitoring activities in the petroleum and other revenue-generating sectors.\n\nHowever, concerns were raised about the procurement process, the justification for the contracts and the significant financial commitments involved.\n\nThe controversy intensified after the Fourth Estate published an investigative report questioning the value and effectiveness of the services provided.\n\nThe Office of the Special Prosecutor subsequently investigated the arrangements and, in October 2025, announced findings of procurement breaches and alleged collusion between private individuals and state actors.\n\nPresident John Dramani Mahama ordered the cancellation of the contracts, while the OSP later filed corruption-related charges against several individuals and the company.\n\nThe case has become one of the major public procurement controversies spanning two administrations.\n\n15. National Service Authority ghost names scandal in 2024\n\nThe National Service Authority (NSA) payroll scandal exposed alleged massive irregularities in the payment system for national service personnel.\n\nInvestigations revealed that tens of thousands of purported ghost names had allegedly been inserted into the authority's digital system, resulting in payments being made for individuals who were not legitimately serving.\n\nThe scandal raised serious questions about the authority's payroll management, supervision and internal controls.\n\nIt also sparked public concern over the possible diversion of funds meant for young graduates undertaking their mandatory national service.\n\nThe case became a major test of the new administration's commitment to investigating alleged financial misconduct in public institutions.\n\n16. Kwabena Adu-Boahene and National Signals Bureau scandal in 2025\n\nFormer Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), Kwabena Adu-Boahene, became the subject of a major corruption investigation involving funds intended for the procurement of cyber defence software.\n\nThe Attorney-General alleged that funds earmarked for the purchase of the software were diverted into private accounts and accounts associated with a company allegedly linked to Adu-Boahene and his wife.\n\nIn March 2025, Adu-Boahene, his wife and other accused persons were charged with several offences, including stealing, money laundering, conspiracy and causing financial loss to the state. The accused persons pleaded not guilty.\n\nThe case continued through the courts into 2026, with legal proceedings raising further questions about the handling of classified security-related procurement and public funds.\n\n17. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid and alleged GH¢291 million NPA extortion scandal in 2025\n\nFormer Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, became embroiled in a major corruption case involving alleged extortion and money laundering.\n\nAccording to the Office of the Special Prosecutor, the alleged scheme involved unlawfully collecting and diverting about GH¢291.6 million from petroleum transporters and oil marketing companies between 2022 and 2024.\n\nThe OSP accused Abdul-Hamid and other officials of involvement in the alleged scheme, which investigators said also involved using corporate entities to launder proceeds.\n\nThe accused persons were charged, and the case entered the prosecution stage.\n\nThe allegations have raised questions about oversight within the petroleum sector and the accountability of officials entrusted with regulating the industry.\n\nNA/BAI\n\nWho Is Responsible for Stray-Bullet Injuries and Deaths?",
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