Ghana Shippers Authority says not responsible for emergency shipping fees
The CEO of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, says the Authority is not responsible for emergency shipping fees The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) said some recent reports claiming shipping lines are charging “Emergency Conflict Surcharge” fees are misleading. “Shipping lines set their own charges, while the GSA regulates local fees but does not […]
DVLA warns ‘Goro boys’ operating illegally around licensing offices
By Angela Adu-Asomaning The Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey, has announced a crackdown on middlemen, popularly known as “Goro Boys,” who operate within and around DVLA premises. His announcement follows the authority’s uncovering of a criminal network involved in the production and distribution of fake DV number […]
DVLA uncovers criminal network behind 30,000 fake vehicle number plates
By Angela Adu-Asomaning The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) says it has uncovered a criminal network involved in the production and distribution of fake DV number plates. This follows investigations conducted with support from the National Security Secretariat. Addressing the media in Accra, the Chief Executive of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, said investigations […]
Yes to Life!, No to Drugs..
By Deo-Donne Dafeamekpor The Narcotics Control Commission is currently piloting a Drug-Free Club initiative in five (5) schools, namely Legon-Presec, Accra Girls, Aquinas Senior High Schools, and Kotoka and Burma-Camp Junior High Schools.This special program is coordinated by the Education and Prevention Department, with NCO Sandra Abaka-Quansah and NCO Patrick Agyepong as the lead focal […]
President John Mahama arrives in the Republic of Korea for five-day working visit
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in the Republic of Korea for a five-day working visit aimed at deepening the long-standing bilateral relations between Ghana and the Republic of Korea and exploring new opportunities for trade, investment and technological cooperation. The President touched down at the Air Force Base in Seoul, South Korea, at exactly […]
Multivitamins may slow biological aging in older adults by months, study finds
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent New research suggests a daily multivitamin may help combat the cellular wear and tear associated with aging. In a randomized study of 958 older adults, those who took a multivitamin daily for two years experienced slowed biological aging by about four months. While chronological age tracks time since […]
Government pleads with CLOGSAG to suspend strike action
By Korantemaa Ankuaku The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has appealed to the members Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) to suspend its nationwide strike, which began yesterday Monday, March 9, 2026. Mr. Abdul-Rashid emphasized the government’s commitment to resolve the union’s concerns through constructive dialogue over the delayed […]
Kodjonya residents battle wastewater flow from Krobo Girls SHS
Residents of Kodjonya in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality say they are struggling with wastewater from the Krobo Girls Senior High School spilling into their homes daily, describing the situation as increasingly difficult to live with. They said the daily overflow had created foul-smelling and unsanitary conditions in the area and called on municipal authorities to construct […]
Middle East conflict escalates as Iran rules out diplomacy under new supreme leader
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key themes include: The military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran has entered its eleventh day with no clear end in sight. While US President Donald Trump suggests the mission is “pretty well complete,” Iranian leadership continues to signal a readiness for prolonged hostilities. The humanitarian […]
NRSA to release findings on Toyota Voxy crash investigation next week
By Amoako Kwame The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) says it’s going to present results of its forensic vehicle investigation into Toyota Voxy cars next week. According to the agency, Toyota’s Voxy vehicle has been the cause of a surge in fatal accidents on Ghanaian roads after its commercial use, specifically for long-distance journeys. The […]
AI-generated Iran war videos surge as creators use new tech to cash in
Source: BBC An unprecedented wave of AI-generated misinformation about the US-Israel war with Iran is being monetised by online creators with growing access to generative AI technology, experts have told BBC Verify. Our analysis has found numerous examples of AI-generated videos and fabricated satellite imagery being used to make false and misleading claims about the […]
Improvised explosive devices near NYC mayor’s home are being investigated as ISIS-inspired terrorism, NYPD commish says
Source: CNN Two homemade bombs tossed during protests outside New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Manhattan home on Saturday are being investigated as an act of ISIS-inspired terrorism, NYPD Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Monday. The first improvised explosive device was thrown as anti-Islam protesters clashed with counterprotesters and did not explode. Two men arrested in […]
Plan International Ghana launches €1.36m WASH project to improve water and sanitation access
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Plan International Ghana has officially launched a €1.36 million Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) project aimed at improving the lives of over 14,700 vulnerable individuals in Guan in the Oti Region and Wa East District in the Upper West Region. The €1.36m WASH project is the second phase of the Integrated Package […]
Northern Regional Peace Council cautions clerics against divisive sermons
By Murtala Issah The Northern Regional Peace Council has cautioned religious leaders against using their pulpits to promote disunity and heighten tensions, especially as the region continues to enjoy relative peace and increased development. The Council says faith leaders occupy a strategic position in shaping public opinion and influencing community behaviour, and must therefore, use […]
