A nationwide vaccine perception survey conducted by the National Vaccine Institute has revealed that a strong majority of Ghanaians continue to trust vaccines and are prepared to support Ghana’s ambitious local vaccine manufacturing agenda expected to commence in 2027. The findings, released in Accra yesterday under the authority of the Chief Executive Officer of the […] The post Ghanaians
The Bank of Ghana has directed Mobile Money Fintech Limited (MMFL) to suspend the implementation of its proposed 0.75 per cent fee on direct wallet-to-bank transfers pending further consultations. The directive follows widespread public reaction to messages sent to customers of MTN Ghana announcing that transfers from MoMo wallets to bank accounts would attract a […] The post BoG
The World Bank has urged the Government of Ghana to expedite the operationalisation and opening of the Weija Pediatric Hospital, a 120-bed health facility constructed under the Bank-supported COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness and Response Project. In a statement, the World Bank said the Government constructed and equipped the facility at a cost of US$10.15 million under […] The post World
The Africa Union’s Ghana’s Ambassadors have expressed grave fear that in the next five decades water will become a luxury in Ghana and Africa for that matter, if those bankrolling illegal mining are not chased and arrested by the state. With water becoming a privilege for a few but a luxury for the majority, the […] The post Go After Galamsey Financiers … AU Envoys Charge Mahama
Management of Q8 Mining Ventures has dismissed allegations suggesting the company is involved in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, describing the claims circulating on social media and within sections of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as false and misleading. The company assured residents in communities within its operational areas in the Eastern Region that […] The post Q8
Over the weekend, President John Dramani Mahama took his “Resetting Ghana” thank-you tour to the Savannah Region, his home region, where he used the occasion to outline his government’s achievements and the challenges confronting the nation. The event, attended by traditional authorities, opinion leaders and residents, also provided an opportunity for the people to present […] The post Editorial:
The Asokwa District Court Two in Kumasi has adjourned to June 1, 2026 the case in which Hamisu Ibrahim, 55, a transport operator and member of the GPRTU, is accused of abetment of crime and threatening to harm the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the GPRTU of TUC. The court, presided over by Her Honour, Vida Achiaa Yeboah, adjourned […] The post Court adjourns GPRTU chairman, Hamisu Ibrahim
The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team has arrested 74 suspects in a series of intelligence-led operations targeting narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities in the Upper East Region. The operations, conducted in Paga and the Navrongo Municipalities, between May 20 and May 22, 2026 led to the retrieval of assorted foreign cigarettes, suspected narcotic […] The post IGP’s
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has announced major new investments in healthcare infrastructure, medical equipment and preventive healthcare programmes as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery in mining communities within the Western Region. The announcement was made during the Annual General Meeting of the Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG), where the […] The post Gold
The Ebiradze Royal Family of Takoradi-Amanful has publicly denounced one Enoch Abeiku Ehurong, also known as Nana Obo Atta Kukoamoah IV, accusing him of unlawfully parading himself as the Divisional Chief of Takoradi-Amanful. At a news conference held in Takoradi, the leadership and principal elders of the Takoradi-Amanful Stool described the actions of Mr. Ehurong […] The post Ebiradze
Delta Air Lines has celebrated 20 years of uninterrupted operations in Ghana, marking two decades of continuous service, customer engagement, and community impact in the country. The airline, which launched its Accra–New York route in 2006, has maintained vital connectivity between Ghana and the United States, contributing significantly to business, tourism, education, trade, and cultural […] The post Delta
Teachers serving in deprived communities across the Eastern Region have been highly commended for their dedication, resilience, and selfless sacrifices in sustaining education under extremely difficult conditions. Education advocates continue to stress that investing in rural education remains the blood tonic to Ghana’s national development and poverty reduction agenda. The commendation came during a donation […] The post ‘As
If you’ve ever felt calmer after a walk in the park or a stroll through the woods, it’s not your imagination – it’s biology. Being outdoors can trigger measurable changes inside your body from lowering stress hormones, easing blood pressure and even improving your gut health. You don’t have to hike for hours to feel […] The post How 20 minutes of nature can boost your
The Environmental Protection Authority has announced a nationwide ban on the production, importation, distribution, sale and use of polystyrene foam products, popularly known as Styrofoam or takeaway packs, effective January 1, 2027. The directive, contained in a statement issued by the Authority yesterday, follows a policy announcement made by President John Dramani Mahama during the […] The post EPA
The simmering chieftaincy tensions in Funsi in the Wa East District of the Upper West Region have taken a deadly turn, following the killing of three young men in a shooting incident that has triggered a massive police security operation in the area. The Upper West Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 34 […] The post 34 Arrested Over Funsi Chieftaincy Killings appeared first on
The Minority Caucus on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee has strongly criticised government over the postponement of the planned evacuation of Ghanaians living in South Africa amid renewed xenophobic tensions in the country. In a statement signed by Samuel Abu Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee and Member of Parliament for Damongo Constituency on […] The post Jinapor
The Malian government has launched a major crackdown on Société des Mines de Kofi (MIKO-SA), a subsidiary of Nguvu Mining Group. The latter is also a majority shareholder of Adamus Resources in Ghana. Société des Mines de Kofi is being accused of failing to pay the required tax to the state of Mali and multiple […] The post Mali Accuses Adamus’ Sister Coy Of Tax Evasion appeared first on
Ghana’s push for industrial self-reliance and local participation in the oil and gas sector gained fresh momentum with the commissioning of the 7 Eleven Energy Service Baseline Bolts and Nuts and ASAC Advanced Surface Coating Facility at Aboadze, a development expected to reduce reliance on imports, create skilled jobs and strengthen indigenous manufacturing capacity. The facility, […] The post 7
The arrest of four students of Ada Senior High Technical School over a disturbing viral video has reignited concerns about violence, intimidation and the growing culture of aggression in some second-cycle institutions across the country. According to a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service, through the Tema Regional Police Command, the students were arrested […] The post Cutlass-Wielding
Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has questioned the basis of his prosecution in an alleged illegal mining case, arguing that individuals who claimed ownership of seized items have instead been turned into prosecution witnesses. Testifying before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, […] The post Wontumi
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