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Former Greater Accra Regional Minister Henry Quartey says flooding in Accra could have been significantly reduced if earlier interventions to clear waterways and enforce planning regulations had been sustained.Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Wednesday, July 1, he explained that while flooding cannot be completely eliminated, strong engineering systems and consistent enforcement can greatly reduce its impact.He noted that in many advanced countries, heavy rainfall still occurs but does not cause severe destruction because of efficient drainage infrastructure.“Even in advanced countries, it does rain and it does flood. But because they have good engineering systems in place, within a few…
By Michael Foli JackidyHo (V/R), July 01, GNA – Mr James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister, has called on Ghanaians to embrace integrity, discipline and patriotism as the country pursues national renewal, saying the future of Ghana depends not only on government policies but also on the values and conduct of its citizens. Addressing the Volta Regional celebration of the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day in Ho on Wednesday on the theme, “Resetting Our Values to Build the Ghana We Want,” Mr Gunu expressed the Government’s sympathy to victims of recent floods that affected parts of the Volta Region. He disclosed that at…
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Professor Ransford Gyampo, has denied allegations circulating on radio and social media concerning recruitment and official travel, describing the claims as unfounded and indicating that legal action will be taken against those responsible.In a statement dated Wednesday, July 1, Prof. Gyampo said he had initially intended to ignore the claims but decided to respond to prevent what he described as falsehoods from being accepted as truth.“My attention has been drawn to some allegations made against me on some radio stations and on social media,” he said.“I wish to thank all my…
A newly formed political organization, The Base Ghana First, has disowned a viral social media announcement claiming it will organise a public walk on July 3, 2026, describing the information as false and urging Ghanaians to disregard it.Addressing a press conference in Kumasi on Wednesday, the organization’s leader, Malam Issah, stated categorically that the organisation has not planned any walk for the said date and will only announce official activities through its authorised communication channels.According to him, the confusion arose after another group allegedly operating under the same name publicised plans to stage a walk on July 3.Malam Issah maintained…
Ghana’s economy has entered 2026 with encouraging momentum. According to the latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates released by the Ghana Statistical Service, the country recorded an economic growth rate of 6.4 per cent during the first quarter of the year, slightly higher than the 6.2 per cent recorded within the same period in 2025. The Services sector led the expansion with an impressive 7.1 per cent growth rate and contributed 48.3 per cent of overall GDP growth. Industry also performed strongly with a 6.9 per cent expansion, while Agriculture recorded 4.0 per cent growth, supported by improved Forestry and…
A Ghana-based Nigerian national, Aderinsola Oluwanitemi Adeleye, has been arrested by the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) in the West African country over allegations of cybercrime and financial crimes. Reports noted that Mr Adeleye came under scrutiny on June 25, 2026 over a series of suspicious transactions carried out with ATM cards issued by banks in the United States of America at selected Point of Sale (POS) located in filling stations across Ghana. This prompted the manager of Haatso Shell Filling Station in Accra to contact the police to report the matter after the business reportedly received a complaint from Ecobank…
Musical duo DopeNation has announced a relief initiative to support victims of the June 29 floods that affected parts of Accra, leaving several families displaced and property destroyed.The move follows Monday’s heavy rains, which caused severe flooding in parts of Accra and other communities, claiming lives, destroying property and disrupting economic activities.The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has disclosed that the floods displaced more than 38,000 people, claimed 12 lives and left seven others missing across several parts of the country.In a statement issued via social media on Wednesday, July 1, the duo said the initiative forms part…
By Kingsley MamoreKrachi West (O/R) July 1, GNA- The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Krachi West Municipality, Mr Prosper Addo, has intensified efforts to improve educational infrastructure across the municipality through the construction of new classroom blocks and the provision of furniture to schools. The initiative forms part of the Assembly’s broader agenda to improve access to quality education and create conducive learning environments for pupils, particularly those in underserved and rural communities. Within a little over a year in office, Mr Addo has spearheaded and supported several educational projects aimed at addressing overcrowding, reducing pressure on existing facilities, and enhancing teaching…
If you’ve spent any time in Accra or Kumasi recently, you’ll have noticed a distinct shift in how people spend their downtime. Gone are the days when the only way to enjoy a bit of leisure was to head down to a physical venue. These days, you’re more likely to see someone engrossed in their smartphone while waiting for a tro-tro or relaxing at a chop bar. It’s a massive change that’s been brewing for a few years now, and it’s finally reaching a point where Ghana is being looked at as a serious player on the international stage.This isn’t…
Key Takeaways Ghana’s inflation jumped to 5.3% in June, up from 3.7% in May Transport fares, rent, and school fees were the main drivers The rise marks a third straight monthly increase, though prices remain far below year-ago levels Ghana’s inflation rate has risen for a third consecutive month, nearly doubling from its May reading on the back of higher transport costs, rents, and school fees. The Ghana Statistical Service, in data released on Tuesday in Accra, said the country’s year-on-year inflation rate climbed to 5.3 per cent in June 2026, up from 3.7 per cent in May, marking a…
New York Mayor Zhoran Mamdani on Wednesday fulfilled a dream, welcoming Mario Balotelli to City Hall and getting a Ghana jersey from the veteran former Italy and Manchester City striker. While vacationing in the US during the World Cup, Balotelli recently appeared on television wearing a Ghana jersey, a show of solidarity with his parents’ home country. He presented the same jersey to Indo-Ugandam heritage, bearing the number 45 and his name printed on the back, during a meeting where the two were set to watch a match together. Shortly before the start of the World Cup,…
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It is Friday afternoon in Accra. A worker sits in a tro-tro, inching through Madina traffic, drained after a week that began before dawn each day and ended in the same gridlock. She has spent perhaps fifteen hours this week simply getting to and from a desk. What if she — and the country — could get the same work done in four days instead of five, for the same pay? It sounds like a fantasy. Yet around the world, it is quietly becoming policy. The idea even has a tidy formula: 100:80:100 — one hundred per cent of the…
Flood victims in Accra to receive free NHIS registration as health authorities warn of disease risk
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced free National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) registration for persons affected by the recent floods in Accra, as health authorities respond to the growing risk of diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks.The initiative, announced on Wednesday, July 1, is expected to benefit flood victims and their dependants, ensuring they can access healthcare without financial barriers.According to the NHIA’s Chief Executive, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, the intervention forms part of urgent measures to safeguard public health following the flooding, which has disrupted sanitation systems, contaminated water sources and heightened the risk of waterborne diseases.”No Ghanaian should…
A lifeless body has been found inside a commercial minibus, popularly known as a trotro, at Alajo following the devastating floods that hit parts of Accra after Monday’s heavy rainfall.The vehicle was discovered in a gutter on Wednesday after floodwaters receded in the area. Residents who inspected the stranded minibus reportedly found the lifeless body inside.Details surrounding the circumstances of the incident remain unclear, and authorities are yet to officially identify the victim or determine how he became trapped in the vehicle.The discovery adds to the growing human toll from Monday’s floods, which submerged homes, roads and businesses across several…
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Fire and water…we have been here before. In June 2015 we witnessed for the first time balls of fire on top of water spectacle which constituted one of Ghana’s most tragic occurrences in living memories. That was the Circle disaster which claimed over a hundred lives compensation to which survivors remains outstanding, perhaps never to be advanced. A fuel station was on fire as the heavens opened for a major torrential downpour. The downpour of last Monday also came with a fire outbreak at Odawna when plastic sales points were torched fire, which lasted several hours as the deluge lasted.…
When the final results were announced at the IFBB Mr Equinox International Bodybuilding Championship in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, earlier this year, Samson Selorm Dogbe had done what no Ghanaian had ever done before, he emerged as the overall winner, clinching his second professional card in the men’s classic physique category.The competition, held at the prestigious Palais de la Culture from 7th to 12th February 2026, brought together the finest bodybuilders from across West Africa, but it was Dogbe who stole the spotlight.For the soft-spoken Ghanaian, who balances his grueling training schedule with his work as a massage therapist and personal…
By Dennis Peprah, GNA Sunyani (Bono), July 1, GNA – Mr Maxwell Mahama, one of the aspirants who was disqualified from contesting the New Patriotic Party (NPP) constituency elections in Sunyani East has petitioned the Bono Regional Steering Committee of the party. Mr Mahama who filed nominations to contest for the Sunyani East Constituency Secretary position, asked the committee to recuse Mr Kwasi Ameyaw-Cheremeh, as the Chairman of the Constituency Appeals Committee. Mr Mahama was among the five aspirants who were disqualified by the vetting committee from contesting the NPP’s constituency elections, scheduled for July 11 and July 12, 2026. The Ghana News Agency…
A general view of Adabraka in Accra, Ghana, December 5, 2016. Picture taken December 5, 2016. REUTERS/Luc Gnago/File Photo ACCRA, July 1 (Reuters) – Ghana’s consumer inflation rose for the third month in a row in June, to 5.3% year-on-year from 3.7% in May, the statistics service said on Wednesday. Government statistician Alhassan Iddrisu said the increase was mostly driven by non-food prices for transport, housing, and education services. Inflation remains far below the 13.7% recorded for the same month last year, Iddrisu said. However, he added that price pressures had started to mount again. The gold-, oil- and cocoa-producing nation has been emerging…
By Frank Kwame Abbor, GNA Ho, July 1, GNA – Mrs Marian Jemima Akua Adzroe, the Volta Regional Director of Education, has raised an alarm over the growing threat posed by land repossession and encroachment on lands earmarked for educational infrastructure development in the Volta Region. She said educational infrastructure development in the region was facing serious setbacks as some families allegedly reclaim and sell lands originally donated or allocated for the construction of school facilities, thereby undermining government efforts to expand access to quality education. Mrs Adzroe made the remarks when she and her team met the Volta Regional House of Chiefs…
The Ghana Reference Rate (GRR) has climbed to 10.59 percent for July 2026, marking its first increase in several months and signalling a possible shift in lending conditions across the country’s banking sector.The Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) announced that the new benchmark rate takes effect from July 1, 2026, up from 10.02 percent in June. The increase ends a sustained downward trend that had fuelled expectations of lower borrowing costs for businesses and consumers.The Ghana Reference Rate serves as the principal benchmark for pricing loans by commercial banks. It is determined using a formula that incorporates the Monetary Policy…
Ghana’s banking industry has achieved an average compliance rate of 73 percent with the Sustainable Banking Principles as of September 2025, highlighting significant progress in integrating environmental and social risk management into financial sector operations.Speaking at the launch of the Sustainable Finance Roadmap in Accra, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, described the achievement as the result of nearly a decade of sustained efforts to mainstream sustainability within the country’s financial system.“In 2021, with the support of the International Finance Corporation and the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs, we built a standardised framework to measure compliance,…
Citi Business Festival 2026: How Ghana can turn vehicle assembly into a full manufacturing industry
Unlocking the full potential of Ghana’s automotive industry will require a shift from vehicle assembly to a fully integrated automotive manufacturing ecosystem supported by stable fiscal policies, improved infrastructure, local component production and stronger market demand.This was the consensus among panelists at the third and final Citi Business Festival 2026 Roundtable Discussion held under the theme, “Driving Ghana Forward: The State of the Automotive Assembly Industry and Its Contribution to the Economy.”The discussion brought together key stakeholders including Chief Executive Officer of Japan Motors Ghana, Salem Kalmoni, Head of Strategic Manufacturing at the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Kwasi…
President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to put the country’s interests above partisan, ethnic and religious loyalties, saying the nation’s economic recovery will only be sustained if citizens uphold integrity, discipline and national unity. He said although the country had made progress through disciplined economic management, prudent fiscal reforms, responsible leadership and the sacrifices of Ghanaians, much more needed to be done to consolidate the gains. “Our economic recovery has been built upon discipline. It must now be sustained by integrity. It must be protected by justice. And it must be strengthened by our national unity,” President Mahama…
Ghanaian music icon and entrepreneur Okyeame Kwame has shown appreciation to Galaxy International School for its role in upbringing her daughter Sante Nsiah Apau, after her O-Level graduation a few days ago.While celebrating the milestone, the rapper also chose to spotlight the people who helped her reach it.Taking to his Instagram page, the ‘Clap’ hitmaker thanked Galaxy International School and all of Sante’s teachers for their contribution to her growth.He praised them for helping shape Sante into “an intelligent lady with good social skills.”“Co-parenting” was the word he used, acknowledging that raising children is not solely the responsibility of parents…
While football fans filled stadiums across the United States to watch the ongoing international tournament, the Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, has been using the occasion to promote one of Ghana’s key sports development initiatives and mobilise support for its long term growth.Recognising that major sporting events attract business leaders, philanthropists, members of the Ghanaian diaspora and sports investors from around the world, Dr Wuaku has engaged a range of individuals and organisations to build partnerships aimed at strengthening sports development in Ghana.During meetings held on the sidelines of the tournament, he appealed to corporate…
Ghana’s automotive industry is entering a critical policy phase, with government reviewing the Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption on locally assembled vehicles, while also advancing plans to deepen local component manufacturing and position the country as a regional automotive hub.The developments emerged at the final roundtable discussion of the 2026 Citi Business Festival held on Thursday, June 25, on Channel One TV under the theme: “Driving Ghana Forward: The State of the Automotive Assembly Industry and Its Contribution to the Economy.”The discussion brought together government officials, economists and industry executives to assess progress under Ghana’s automotive development policy and the…
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged politicians to reject superstition and politically motivated prophecies, calling instead for long-term planning and visionary leadership to drive Ghana’s sustainable development.Speaking at the 2026 National Day of Prayer in Accra on Wednesday, July 1, Apostle Nyamekye said Ghana’s progress would depend on deliberate planning, responsible governance and strong institutions rather than election-cycle promises and spiritual predictions.According to him, the country’s development agenda must extend beyond successive governments, with policies designed to serve future generations instead of short-term political interests.He expressed concern over what he described as the increasing…
President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaian youth to adopt a life of integrity, cautioning against the use of drugs and shortcuts as he called for discipline and responsible conduct to support national development.Speaking at the 2026 National Day of Prayer in Accra on Wednesday, July 1, under the theme “Resetting Our Values to Build the Ghana We Want,” the President said the country’s future depends on the choices and conduct of its citizens, particularly the youth.He called on Ghanaians to continue promoting peace, reconciliation and the values that have sustained communities over generations. He also commended public servants for…
When President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo launched the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme on July 13, 2017, Ghana didn’t just get another agency. We got a national reset. It was a deliberate declaration: our youth, women, persons with disabilities, kayayei, and even prison inmates would no longer be spectators in their own economy.As a former Director who served under that vision, I can say this without fear of contradiction: NEIP under President Akufo-Addo delivered the most aggressive, structured, and inclusive support for entrepreneurs Ghana has ever seen.The Presidential Mandate: “Jobs, Jobs, Jobs”From the podium on launch day, President Akufo-Addo was…
The ghost of tournaments past returned to haunt the Oranje on Monday night, but this time, it brought a historic statistic that no nation ever wants to claim.With their grueling Round of 32 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Netherlands have officially overtaken England to claim the grim milestone of the most penalty shootout defeats in World Cup history.How the Curse Continued:The Dutch initially looked poised to advance when talisman Cody Gakpo broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute.However, an exquisite Issa Diop header in the 91st minute levelled the score for Morocco, forcing an uneventful extra-time period…
The Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has called on Politicians to abandon superstition, politically driven prophecies and short-term governance, urging the nation to adopt long-term planning as the foundation for sustainable development.Speaking at the 2026 National Day of Prayer in Accra on Wednesday, July 1, Apostle Nyamekye said Ghana’s progress depends on deliberate planning and responsible leadership rather than reliance on election-cycle promises and spiritual predictions, urging the country to “settle down” and build strong institutions capable of sustaining national growth.He expressed concern over what he described as the growing influence of superstition and politically aligned…
New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has expressed sympathy to people affected by the recent floods and appealed to Ghanaians to cooperate with government agencies responding to the disaster.In a Facebook post on Monday June 29, Dr Bawumia extended his condolences to families who had lost loved ones and sympathised with those whose homes and properties had been destroyed by the floods.He noted that his thoughts and prayers were with the thousands of people affected by the disaster.Dr Bawumia urged citizens to comply with all directives issued by the government and support institutions responsible for managing the…
A one million pounds initiative aimed at accelerating Africa’s green transition, industrialisation and entrepreneurship development has been launched at the International Conference on African Development 2026 (iCAD2026) in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Known as the £1MPlus Project, the initiative seeks to strengthen collaboration among universities, businesses, investors and public institutions to support applied research, capacity building, entrepreneurship and green enterprise development across Africa and the diaspora. The Head of Branding and Partnership, Ghana Scholarly Society (GSS), organisers of the conference, Dr Samuel Kusi, disclosed this in an interview with the Daily Graphic. He said the £1MPlus Project would provide a platform…
The Childhood Cancer Society of Ghana (CCSG) has called on the government to make childhood cancer a national priority by investing in early diagnosis, equitable access to treatment and sustainable financing to improve survival among affected children. The Vice Chair of the Society, Professor Vivian Paintsil, who made the appeal, explained that the condition remained highly treatable when the right measures were put in place. “Ghana currently records less than 50 per cent survival for childhood cancer patients, compared to between 85 and 90 per cent in high-income countries. The country could exceed the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) target…
Uganda’s leading independent media group says it is under ‘military siege’ after the army chief – who is the son of President Yoweri Museveni – ordered the closure of TV stations, newspapers and radio outlets.The Daily Monitor newspaper said that armed soldiers were stationed outside its headquarters in the capital Kampala and both NTV and Spark TV had been taken off air.The outlets are part of the Nation Media Group, one of the most influential media companies in East Africa.It is unclear what exactly led to the crackdown, but in posts on X, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba said: “I DO NOT…
At least 12 individuals have died, with 38,802 individuals in 7,761 households displaced by last Monday’s downpour, the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has told Parliament. Briefing the legislature on the impact of the flood situation in Accra and other parts of the country, the interior minister said seven more persons were missing, following the flood that impacted life, property and economic activities in 18 metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies (MMDAs) in Accra. The assemblies included Ga East (Abokobi area); Ledzokuku (Teshie); Ayawaso Central (Kokomlemle areas); Ga Central (Sowutuom); Ga West (Amasaman); Ablekuma North (Kwashieman, Odorkor, Awoshie, Sakaman, Nyamekye…
By Prince Acquah Saltpond, June 30, GNA – The Mfantseman-Saltpond Development Alliance (MSDA) has commissioned a 50,000-litre automated water supply system for the Saltpond Municipal Hospital, ending decades of water challenges that hampered quality healthcare delivery at the facility. As the main referral centre for the Mfantseman Municipality, serving more than 125,000 residents, the hospital had been struggling with persistent water shortages, sometimes forcing it to turn away patients. At the peak of the crisis in 2024 and 2025, patients were compelled to bring their own water to the hospital, while others were referred to alternative facilities. The situation also placed a heavy financial…
‘Be apostles of ethical finance’- Ghana’s banking leaders return from Malaysia with a mission
Five-day tour equipped financial professionals with insights from the world’s most advanced Islamic finance system.A historic five-day International Executive Training & Study Tour on Non-Interest Banking, Capital Markets, and Takaful (Insurance) has drawn to a close in Kuala Lumpur, with Ghana’s financial leaders returning home armed with the knowledge and resolve to reshape the country’s financial landscape.The programme, organised by the Islamic Finance Research Institute of Ghana (IFRIG) in collaboration with the Centre for Islamic Economics (CIE) at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), brought together financial professionals from Ghana, Nigeria, and beyond from 22nd to 26th June 2026.Participants gained…
The delayed evacuation of containers from the Meridian Port Services Terminal 3 (T3) to the Inland Container Depots (ICDs) dominated discussions at the 2nd Quarter Bronze and Trade Associations’ Shipper Committee meeting convened by the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in Accra.Shippers complained bitterly that prolonged delays in transferring their containers from T3 to the inland container depots were tying up cargo, disrupting their operations, and pushing up the cost of doing business at the Port of Tema.They explained that boxes which are supposed to be positioned at Inland Container Depots (ICDs), including the Golden Jubilee Terminal (GJT), to allow consignees…
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In the climax of its month-long Ashanti Month celebration, Telecel Ghana, through the Telecel Ghana Foundation, has donated critical newborn medical equipment to the Kumasi South Hospital and signed an agreement to adopt the hospital’s Mother and Baby Unit for the next two years.The medical equipment includes two Firefly Phototherapy Units for the treatment of neonatal jaundice, a Wall Baby Radiant Warmer for premature and low-birth-weight infants and an Infant Digital Weighing Scale for accurate growth monitoring.The significant health intervention comes at a critical moment for maternal and newborn healthcare delivery, where thousands of premature babies and newborns suffering complications…
Online Politics Radio still matters, but TikTok and viral videos are rapidly becoming the battleground where Ghana’s political narratives are won and lost. Mobile phone running the TikTok app in Cairo, Egypt. © Xinhua/Ahmed Gomaa Published on June 29, 2026 at 13:30 pm (GMT +1) For decades, Ghanaian politics revolved around one ritual. Every morning, millions tuned into radio discussions where politicians, party communicators, and outspoken panellists battled for influence before their words echoed across newspapers and evening television bulletins.
Ghana records highest monthly rainfall since 1995 as June floods kill 12 – Interior Minister
Ghana records highest monthly rainfall since 1995 as June floods kill 12 – Interior Minister – Ghana Business News HomeGeneral NewsGhana records highest monthly rainfall since 1995 as June floods kill 12 – Interior Minister
By Elsie Appiah-Osei Accra, June 30, GNA — The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority Caucus in Parliament has described the June 29 floods in Accra, as the predictable consequence of a government that only talks about preparedness. The Caucus vowed to pursue accountability for victims. At a press conference in Parliament House, in Accra, on Tuesday, Mr Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader described the flood scenes as “scenes that have become tragically familiar under this administration.” He said: “Major parts of our national capital were submerged, homes destroyed, lives lost; and citizens stranded in the very city that houses the seat of government.…
The Bank of Ghana on Tuesday launched a Sustainable Finance Roadmap to integrate climate risk management and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards across the country’s financial sector. The framework, developed jointly by the Bank of Ghana, the National Insurance Commission (NIC), the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is intended to channel capital into sustainable investments while strengthening the financial sector’s resilience to climate-related risks. Speaking at the launch in Accra, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, said the roadmap would help position Ghana to attract international capital and…
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President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Oval Office at the White House, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)/2026-03-04 05:40:03/US President Donald Trump made more than $1bn (£750m) last year from business dealings in cryptocurrency, according to his mandatory financial report for 2025.In a 927-page disclosure, he reported $635m in royalties from a Trump meme coin that has since plunged in value, having launched it days before taking office.He also reported over $500m in income from World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency firm founded by his own sons and the children…
