Russia says Africa Corps operation in Mali frees Russian and Ukrainian nationals captured in Niger
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent In a tactical display of Moscow’s growing security reach in West Africa, the Russian Defense Ministry confirmed Tuesday that its Africa Corps paramilitary unit successfully recovered two foreign nationals previously held by an al-Qaida affiliate. The covert operation took place deep within the Republic of Mali, targeting the […]
Ablakwa engages South Africa over xenophobia attack claims on Ghanaians
By Sarah Baafi Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has held high-level diplomatic talks with his South African counterpart following viral videos alleging xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa. According to the minister, he spoke directly with Ronald Lamola, who expressed sympathy for the victims and assured that full-scale investigations are underway. […]
World Earth Day 2026: ActionAid Ghana raises alarm over coastal pollution and climate risks, calls for urgent action
ActionAid Ghana has raised concern over the growing impact of coastal pollution and climate change on vulnerable communities, warning that the situation poses a serious national development and public health threat requiring urgent, coordinated action. Earth Day Focus: A Crisis Unfolding Along Ghana’s Coastline As Ghana joins the rest of the world to mark Earth […]
Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge
German airline Lufthansa will cut 20,000 Europeanshort-haul flights over the summer, saying soaring fuel prices have made many journeys “unprofitable” for the firm. Jet fuel has doubled in price since the start of the US-Israel war with Iran as the conflict has slowed its production and transportation across the Middle East. Several airlines, including KLM-France […]
Sierra Leone and WAHO announce 27th Assembly of Health Ministers of ECOWAS
The Government of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), has officially announced, at a joint Press Conference, the hosting of the 27th Ordinary Session of the 27th Assembly of Health Ministers of ECOWAS, scheduled to take place in Freetown from 20 to 25 April 2026. Speaking at the Press Conference, […]
South Africa emerges as backup host for 2027 AFCON amid East Africa delays
By Marcella Mwinkoma Babing The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is reportedly weighing the possibility of moving the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations from the joint Kenyan–Ugandan–Tanzanian bid to South Africa, amid growing concerns over stadium and infrastructure delays in the original host nations. The tournament, initially awarded to the East Africa “Pamoja Bid” in […]
Kakoshi Community in Salaga South gets Telecommunication access after years of struggle
Residents of Kakoshi in the Salaga South Constituency have finally gained access to telecommunication services after enduring over a year of difficulty in making calls and staying connected. The breakthrough has been attributed to the efforts and commitment of Hajia Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah, Member of Parliament for the area. Her intervention has brought much-needed relief […]
World’s largest condom maker warns prices could rise as Iran war impacts supply chains
The world’s largest condom manufacturer, the Malaysian company Karex, has said it will need to raise its prices by 20% to 30% if supply chain disruptions caused by the Iran war continue. The company has seen an increase in condom demand after transport costs and shipping delays have depleted customers’ stockpiles, Karex’s CEO, Goh Miah […]
Heath Goldfields addresses public misinformation on Bogoso-Prestea
Heath Goldfields LTD has noted recent public commentary concerning its operations at the Bogoso-Prestea Gold Mine. The Company rejects the allegations in circulation. They misrepresent material facts and the legal and operational framework within which the Company conducts its business. The Company views with concern the circulation of inaccurate, incomplete and misleading information concerning its […]
Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The fragile hope for a diplomatic breakthrough in the Middle East faced a significant assault on Wednesday as Tehran re-closed the Strait of Hormuz. The move followed Iran’s vow to retaliate after the U.S. seizure of the commercial vessel Touska during the current ceasefire. This subsequent wave of […]
Trump participates in marathon Bible reading
US President Donald Trump has participated in a marathon Bible reading session organised by Christian conservatives, against the backdrop of his rift with the Pope and his recent posting of an image that appeared to depict him as a Jesus-like figure. Trump read from 2nd Chronicles on Tuesday night, as part of the “America Reads […]
Almost 8,000 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025, IOM says
Around 7,900 people died or disappeared on migration routes in 2025, taking the total dead and missing since 2014 beyond 80,000, the United Nations’ migration agency said on Tuesday. The UN’s International Organisation for Migration (IOM) said people were being forced into dangerous, irregular journeys when safe pathways were out of reach and urged countries to find […]
I paint murals in prison cells to give inmates hope -Epixode
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Theophilus Nii Arday Otoo popularly known in the music industry as Epixode has revealed he paints murals in prison cells to give hope to the inmates as the condition of the cells is nothing to write home about. He mentioned on the GTV breakfast show today his involvement in a prison […]
ECOWAS Health Experts convene in Freetown for second statutory meeting of the 27th Assembly of Health Ministers
Health experts from ECOWAS Member States are meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from 21 to 22 April 2026 for the Health Experts Committee Meeting, the second statutory meeting of the 27th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Health Ministers of ECOWAS, organised by the West African Health Organisation (WAHO). This meeting constitutes a critical stage […]
