The Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) has strongly condemned the assault of a pharmacy worker and a female client by a soldier at e-PRIDE Chemist inside Burma Camp in Accra. A viral CCTV video circulating on social media shows a non-uniformed officer of the Ghana Armed Forces, identified as Warrant Officer Class One (WO1) Mensah … The post Pharmaceutical

The Ministry of Health has launched a crackdown on hospitals and clinics demanding illegal payments from patients covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, revealed this when he appeared before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament, describing the practice often called “co-payment” or “top-up” as illegal and unacceptable. … The post Health

President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has called for stronger cooperation between Ghana and France during bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace in Paris. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 2025 Paris Peace Forum, focused on deepening ties in security, trade, education, and infrastructure development. President Mahama began … The post Mahama,

For the first time in 29 years, the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards will be held outside Accra. This year’s ceremony will take place at the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II Jubilee Hall in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. GJA President, Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor, announced the decision during a visit to the venue, expressing gratitude to the Asantehene, … The post GJA awards to be held in Kumasi for the

The In-Country YouthADAPT Challenge Demo Day – Ghana took place on Thursday, 16th and Friday, 17th October 2025, at the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana, bringing together some of the country’s most promising young entrepreneurs driving climate adaptation and green innovation. The event was co-organized by the Global Center on […] The post Youth-Led

Pandemonium broke out at Nsuaem in the Western Region on Wednesday, when an angry mob numbering over 500 stormed the local police station, pelting stones and setting tyres ablaze after police detained a suspected child abductor. According to a statement from the Western Central Regional Police Command, the violent incident followed the arrest of Sulley […] The post Raging

SMT Ghana, a premium distributor and aftersales partner for Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks, and other renowned brands, has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting education and community welfare. The company has donated teachers’ and school desks, chairs, school vests, and souvenirs to the Huni-Ano M/A Basic school located in the Prestea-Huni Valley District […] The post SMT

The Accra High Court has granted bail totalling GH¢150 million to the embattled former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab, and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, who are standing trial for alleged financial crimes. The couple, who have pleaded not guilty, were admitted to bail after lawyers for […] The post Former Buffer Stock CEO, Wife

By Ben  BRAKO The story of the Republic of Ghana, once the vanguard of African liberation, is fast becoming a tragic epic of national betrayal. It is a nation not merely grappling with developmental challenges, but one deliberately choked by an insidious internal malaise. This crisis is not fueled by external adversaries; it is driven […] The post The

The national transition to affordable and sustainable power has received a major boost with the launch of a US$200 million National Clean Energy Programme (NCEP) that seeks to accelerate the installation of rooftop solar systems across the country. The initiative, developed in partnership with the Government of Switzerland and implemented under Article 6 of the […] The post Ghana,

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening media freedom and promoting credible, independent journalism. Speaking at the closing session of the 2025 Paris Peace Forum on the theme Information Integrity and Independent Media, President Mahama said his administration remains dedicated to upholding the rule of law, protecting press freedom, and advancing democracy. … The post Ghana

The National Coordinator of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), Nii Lante Vanderpuye, says the Minority’s motion against the vetting of acting Chief Justice , Paul Baffoe-Bonnie will not stop Parliament from carrying out its constitutional duties. He explained that Parliament cannot be prevented from performing its functions, including the vetting and approval of nominees. … The post Minority’s

The global real estate landscape is evolving rapidly, and Ghana is no exception. As the nation struggles with urban expansion, housing shortages, and environmental threats, a new wave of innovation is emerging, fuelled by smart technology and sustainable development. This edition’s theme, “Building Smarter, Living Greener”, reflects a bold vision for the future: one where […] The post Housing

– Followers crave honesty more than polish Let’s face it: in today’s Africa, everyone is performing. From the politician livestreaming his charity visit (with a camera crew larger than the crowd) to the entrepreneur whose “office” is a café corner with perfect lighting — we are living in the era of optics. But here’s the […] The post On Cue

A New Chapter in Africa–China Trade Relations In June 2025, China unveiled a landmark decision to grant zero-tariff access to all 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations. Announced at a high-level meeting in Changsha, the policy extends duty-free treatment to 98 percent of taxable products, symbolizing Beijing’s deepening commitment to South–South cooperation […] The post Africa-China