Four killed after US refuelling plane crashes in Iraq, military says
Source: BBC Four of six crew aboard a US military refuelling aircraft have died after it crashed in Iraq, US Central Command (Centcom) says. Rescue efforts continue after the loss of the KC-135, it said, having earlier said neither hostile nor friendly fire were involved in the downing of the aircraft. The tanker had been […]
NPA increases fuel price floors for second March pricing window
By Amoako Kwame The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has increased the minimum price floors for petroleum products for the second pricing window of March, effective March 16 to March 31. Petrol rises to GH¢11.57 per litre, while diesel sees a sharp adjustment to GH¢14.35 per litre, with LPG moving to GH¢10.67 per kilogram to ensure […]
President Mahama conferred honorary PhD by Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea
By Celestine Avi President John Dramani Mahama has been conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration by Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea. The university says the honour recognises the Ghanaian leader’s distinguished contributions to national transformation, economic development, and his engagement with the global academic community. The honorary degree was […]
COCOBOD to distribute 27,000 sprayers and 89,000 PPEs to support cocoa farmers
By Ashiadey Dotse The Board Chairman of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, says the board will soon distribute about 27,000 motorised spraying machines and 89,000 personal protective equipment (PPE) items to cocoa farmers across the country to support their farming activities. He made the announcement during a meeting with cocoa farmers […]
IEA authorises release of 400 million barrels of oil as Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global supply
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The International Energy Agency (IEA) agreed Wednesday, 11 March 2026 to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to address the massive supply disruption caused by the United States and Israel war with Iran. The decision marks the largest coordinated stock release in the more than […]
NSA instructs personnel deployed to CLOGSAG institutions to report to work
By Amoako Kwame The National Service Authority (NSA) has instructed all National Service Personnel (NSP) currently deployed to institutions under the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) to report to work. The Authority, in a statement released on March 12, maintains that service personnel are not members of CLOGSAG, therefore cannot participate […]
Torgbui Tenuvi donates sports equipment, begins Ketu South Sports Complex
By Tilda Acorlor The Youth and Development Chief of Aflao, Felix Akonta Akakpo, known traditionally as Torgbui Tenuvi II, has donated sports equipment and cash to selected Senior High Schools in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region. The beneficiary schools are St Paul’s Senior High School, Aflao Senior High Technical School, Three Town […]
Iran targets oil facilities and tankers across the Gulf
Source: CNN Iran ramped up its attacks on oil facilities and tankers in the Persian Gulf Thursday morning as multiple Gulf states intercepted drones and missiles and the US, Israel and Iran continued to exchange strikes in the Middle East. Israel said it identified missiles launched from Iran toward its territory. Sirens sounded in central […]
Minority condemns attack on Ghanaian peacekeepers in Lebanon, calls for investigation
By John Awuni The Minority Caucus in Parliament has strongly condemned the recent missile strike reportedly carried out by Israeli forces on a base of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) that resulted in critically injuring Ghanaian peacekeepers, describing the incident as deeply troubling and unacceptable under international law. The attack occurred on […]
Government announces breakthroughs in rural electrification and energy sector reforms
By Amoako Kwame Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming the nation’s energy landscape, announcing significant breakthroughs in rural electrification, debt restructuring, and international financial credibility. Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Gas Ladies Association on March 11, Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe Addo detailed the administration’s recent successes in stabilizing the […]
Ghana Gas CEO urges women to take practical action for gender equality
By Amoako Kwame The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas), Judith Adjobah Blay, has challenged women to move beyond symbolic participation and take practical, measurable actions towards the gender equality movement. The CEO’s call aligns with the broader “Give to Gain” theme of International Women’s Day 2026 in Ghana, which […]
VEEP calls for stronger support systems to promote women’s contributions
By Rachel Quartey and Rukayatu Musah Accra-Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger support systems and inclusive policies to recognise and promote the contributions of women across all sectors of national development. She made the call during a programme organised for women at the Presidency to commemorate International Women’s Day, celebrated globally […]
Ghana condemns drone incident near Dubai airport that injured two nationals
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The government of Ghana has issued a stern condemnation following a drone-related incident near Dubai International Airport that left two Ghanaian nationals injured earlier today, March 11, 2026. Regional Security Escalation The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed it was notified by United Arab Emirates (UAE) officials of the […]
Only 5,000 slots available for 105,000 security service applicants – Interior Minister
By: Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Minister of the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has disclosed that although more than 105,000 applicants have progressed to the medical stage of the ongoing recruitment into Ghana’s security services, only 5,000 positions are currently available. The Interior Minister made the revelation while speaking to journalists on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, after […]
