The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts , Abla Dzifa Gomashie has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening cultural relations with Burkina Faso following a high-level diplomatic meeting in Accra. The Minister gave the assurance during a courtesy call by the Ambassador of Burkina Faso to Ghana, David Kabré, where both sides underscored the importance […]

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that the death toll in the Burkina Faso terrorist attack on Ghanaian traders have increased to eight. In a press release updating the public on the February 14, 2026 incident, the Ministry stated that the attack, carried out by suspected jihadists, initially claimed the lives of seven members […]

Organised Labour is preparing to engage Government and the Management of COCOBOD over measures aimed at addressing persistent operational and financial challenges confronting the cocoa regulator. Labour leaders say a meeting expected within the next two weeks will focus on resolving key concerns, including proposals to streamline the salary structure of COCOBOD workers and explore […]

Tomato shortage is feared in Ghana after traders and transport operators have suspended trips to Burkina Faso over growing security concerns. The decision follows reports that eight Ghanaians were killed in a recent attack in Burkina Faso. Traders say they can no longer risk their lives to travel and bring tomatoes into the country. “We […]

The Ghana Medical Trust Fund has taken a significant step toward strengthening Ghana’s response to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) following a strategic partnership with Project C.U.R.E., the world’s largest distributor of donated medical supplies serving more than 135 countries. The collaboration was formally marked by the arrival of Emily Helen Davidson, an official assessor from Project […]

President John Dramani Mahama has empathised with Ghanaian cocoa farmers following the price reduction of cocoa producer price per bag. Government as part of its recent reforms in the cocoa sector announced the reduction of the producer price from GH¢3,625 to GH¢2,587 per bag due to instability on the international market. Addressing participants at the […]

Government has initiated fresh steps to revive the Komenda Sugar Factory, following concerns about its prolonged inactivity and operational setbacks. Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has disclosed that the Ministry has prioritised the engagement of a Transaction Advisor to package the factory and secure a strategic investor. Answering questions on the floor […]

After decades of clamoring for the completion of the Center for National Culture facility in the Western Region, specifically in Sekondi, the project is finally set to see the light of day. Project consultant AESL has announced that construction will be completed by November 2026, bringing an end to 38 years of work in progress. […]

A two-day anti-illegal mining operation in the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality of the Western Region has resulted in the burning of several makeshift structures and control boards of excavators as well as the seizure of a pickup vehicle from illegal miners in the area. Following a series of serious pollution incidents affecting the Tano River […]

Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has disclosed that the Komenda Sugar Factory has been disconnected from the national power grid by the Electricity Company of Ghana and from water supply by the Ghana Water Company Limited due to unpaid utility bills. In addition to infrastructure setbacks, the facility is said to have […]

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to building stronger international and domestic partnerships grounded in transparency, fairness, and national interest. Speaking on the country’s forward-looking agenda during the 2026 Sunon Asolgli China New Year Celebration in Tema, Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang declared that “Ghana approaches the future determined […]

LIVE : Parliament Proceedings || 17-02-2026

Effutu Member of Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has opened up on the longstanding relationship between him and former Assin Central lawmaker, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong. Afenyo-Markin says the relationship between him and the 2028 flagbearer aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is like that of a family. His comments come on the back of the […]

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, John Ntim Fordjour, has urged the government to deploy a high-level delegation to Burkina Faso following reports of the killing of Ghanaian traders. Rev. Ntim Fordjour said 72 hours after news of the incident emerged, it was important for the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of […]

The Minority in Parliament is demanding an immediate briefing in Parliament following reports of the killing of Ghanaians in Burkina Faso. Speaking on the matter in an interview on TV3 NewsCentral, Tuesday, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, John Ntim Fordjour said 72 hours after news of the incident broke, it was imperative for […]

President John Mahama has expressed regret over the killing of Ghanaian traders in Burkina Faso and pledged medical evacuation for survivors.

A horrible incident has rocked the Offinso Achiase community in the Ashanti Region, leaving three family members dead. The victims were killed on Monday, February 16, 2026, following a family dispute that turned violent. According to our source, a 21-year-old man with a history of mental illness butchered his biological mother to death after a […]

An articulated truck has crashed into three vehicles on the Kumasi-Offinso Highway, killing one person in an accident. The accident occurred at Anyinasuso near Offinso in the Ashanti Region, on Monday, February 16,2026,leaving one person in critical condition. Residents around told our News team that, the glory accident happened when the articulated truck traveling from […]

The Bono East Regional Police Command has handed over GH¢85,000 found in a bag on the Techiman–Kumasi Highway to its rightful owner after verification and investigations.