In a world where humanity has flourished and advanced, the environmental cost has often been overlooked. The 2022-2 version of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species reports that 42,100 of all assessed species are threatened with extinction. This includes animals, plants, and fungi. Again, according to the World […] The post Impacting

Embarking on a mission to alleviate the burden of medical bills on the less fortunate, the Vodafone Ghana Foundation’s Annual Homecoming Program has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to humanitarian causes. The Middle Belt edition, conducted from November 22nd to 24th, has successfully discharged 61 insolvent patients from key government hospitals in the region. […] The post Vodafone

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Lariba Zuweira Abudu, is calling for a concerted effort to combat gender-based violence in the country. According to her, despite increased efforts to address the issue, violence against women and girls remains pervasive, particularly in Northern Ghana, due to what she describes as interference by traditional and […] The post Let’s

With the impact of climate change being observed worldwide, Rotary members are spearheading initiatives and participating in global conversations to foster sustainable practices. Abdul Rashid Wumpini Alhassan of Northern region, Tamale Ghana, and Eva-Marie Mawuena Abla Ecklu of Accra were chosen as one of 22 young volunteers by Rotary for his dedication to environmental causes […] The post Two

The National Alternative Employment and Livelihood Programme (NAELP), under the auspices of the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, has launched a new flagship programme, Entrepreneurship Jobs for All (Ejobs4All), for Ghanaian youth in the mining regions. Launching the module on Tuesday, 28th November 2023, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel A. Jinapor, […] The post Lands

The Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam Nartey George, has expressed his deep frustration over the unauthorized spillage of the Dawhenya dam, calling it a flagrant act of negligence and irresponsibility. The spillage, which occurred on November 27, 2023, has caused widespread devastation in the area, displacing hundreds of residents and leaving many properties […] The post Sam

Hamas has handed a fifth group of Israeli and foreign hostages over to the Red Cross, including one teenager and nine women, Qatar has said, ahead of the final day of the truce tomorrow. Pictures show the captives being escorted by balaclava-clad Hamas terrorists inside Gaza as they prepared to hand them over to the […] The post Hamas releases over ten

The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) has submitted a paper to Parliament’s Committee on Constitutional, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs expressing its position on the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, also known as the anti-LGBTQI+ bill. The GCBC in the paper affirmed its support for the bill’s objective to protect […] The post Catholic

Residents in Kasoa have once again issued a two-week ultimatum to the government, calling for the construction of a drainage system over the tollbooth and its surroundings to facilitate efficient water drainage during rainfall. This call stems from the deteriorating condition of local roads, with residents expressing concern about the adverse effects on their businesses […] The post Kasoa

The 2023 edition of Tech in Ghana, an initiative committed to fostering and fortifying Ghana’s tech ecosystem since 2017, is underway at the Accra Digital Centre. This conference serves as a pivotal platform, designed to facilitate valuable interactions among industry leaders, encourage global knowledge exchange, foster meaningful networking opportunities among peers in the industry, and […] The post 2023

Ghana’s Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, expresses confidence in the nation achieving food self-sufficiency by next year, citing strategic measures taken by the government already. After touring the Agrifest exhibition, a five-day showcase of agriculture and food innovations, Ofori-Atta applauds Ghanaians’ commitment to supporting the government’s agenda for food sufficiency. Highlighting the government’s focus, he […] The post Ghana

OccupyGhana has welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case involving the Attorney-General and one Isaac Wilberforce Mensah. Isaac Wilberforce Mensah, on November 11, 2018, sued the Attorney-General, Auditor-General, and the Audit Service Board in the Supreme Court for several reliefs. However, the case has been dragging since 2018, forcing OccupyGhana to file an […] The post OccupyGhana

The Executive Secretary of the President, Nana Bediatuo Asante, has vehemently denied claims that he has been engaged in haggling over the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR)-Torentco deal. He has also categorically refuted allegations that Torentco is his “baby” and that he is attempting to hand over TOR to another company for free. These claims were […] The post Asante

The Upper East Region is grappling with a notable increase in new HIV infections among adolescents, sounding an alarm for intensified efforts to address the root causes and provide targeted support to this vulnerable group. The Regional HIV/AIDS Focal Person, Sulemana Majeed, says the HIV prevalence among adolescents is between 1.8 to 2.0 percent. Mr. […] The post AIDS

In an interesting development during today’s parliamentary session, Speaker, Alban Bagbin reprimanded Communications and Digitalisation, Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful for her interjection during a debate on the import restrictions bill. The Minority in Parliament had raised concerns about the laying of the Legislative Instrument (LI) in the house. As the Minority MPs expressed their opposition, Owusu-Ekuful, […] The post Do

Black Stars skipper, Andre Dede Ayew has expressed difficulty in accepting his red card in his comeback match to the French Ligue 1. In an interview, he shared his sentiments after being sent off for a dangerous challenge on FC Nantes’ Eray Cormet during the second half of Le Havre’s goalless draw with Nantes. Ayew […] The post Ligue 1: “Tough to

Executive Council (EXCO) member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Frederick Acheampong has strongly refuted allegations made by former Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker Ransford Osei. Ransford Osei claimed that Acheampong accepted a bribe to facilitate his inclusion in the Black Stars’ 2010 FIFA World Cup squad. In an official statement, Acheampong expressed deep shock and […] The post Retract

The Ministry of Education says it will commence the operationalization of its solution centres, starting from tomorrow, November 29, 2023. This follows the release of the list of potential students for various second-cycle institutions nationwide. The list was released via the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). The move, according to the ministry, seeks […] The post 2023

A rescue mission made up of residents saved a mother and her three children trapped in their homes following the spillage of the Dahwenya irrigation dam. Hundreds of residents of Dawhenya near Prampram in the Greater Accra Region have been displaced following the flooding of their homes caused by the spillage of an irrigation dam […] The post Dawhenya

The Tema Region of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has commenced a mass meter replacement project to provide customers with upgraded prepaid meters that operate remotely without requiring an intermediary. The project aims to replace all prepaid meters that utilize cards, where the credit must be loaded onto cards before being inserted or swiped […] The post Tema ECG