GBC staff member Francis Kparmah laid to rest in emotional farewell
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Naro community in the Nadowli-Kaleo District Saturday, June 28, bid a final farewell to Francis Kparmah, a devoted staff member of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) in the Upper West Region. Mr. Kparmah passed away on May 30, 2025, at the Regional Hospital in Wa after a short illness, leaving behind […]
UWR: Constitutional Review Committee engages public in Wa on reforms
Story by Dennis Bebane Chairman of the Constitutional Review Committee, Professor Kwasi Prempeh, has expressed confidence that submissions received so far are addressing key public concerns on inconsistencies in the constitution. Professor Kwasi Prempeh praised the contributions from the public, describing them as reflecting the rich aspirations of the people. He was optimistic that the […]
I earned my professorship – Professor Edward Dua Agyeman
I write in response to the publication of GTEC dated 17th June 2025, which demanded that I provide evidence confirming my appointment or promotion to the rank of professor. I must state that I have not been served a copy of the said letter. Like everyone else I read it on social media, hence my […]
World Vision Ghana disassociates itself from fraudulent loan scheme
World Vision Ghana and its microfinance partner, VisionFund Ghana, have distanced themselves from a fraudulent loan scheme being promoted under the name “World Vision Foundation Loan”. In a statement, the organisations made it clear that World Vision Ghana does not provide loans of any kind and does not charge fees for its services. VisionFund Ghana, […]
Financial crime: MoMo fraud and illicit financial flows in Ghana
By: Kweku Bolton, Investigative Journalist | Emal: detectiveeagle1@gmail.com Mobile money, often referred to as MoMo, is a financial transaction via mobile phones without requiring any bank account. Since its launch in 2009 by MTN, it has expanded financial access in developing countries. MTN was the first platform to enable share purchases with Momo in 2020. […]
16 organisations sign MOU to be part of Bio Economy Innovation Hub
By Joyce Gyekye The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and partners, including 15 stakeholders from public institutions, private sector organisations, research institutions, and academia, have launched a Circular Bioeconomy Innovation Hub in Ghana. The hub links the stakeholders to offer their infrastructure and knowledge for building capacity in bio-solutions among students and practitioners in the […]
Ghanaian scientist calls for urgent health research in greenhouse farming
By Linda Dede Nyanya Godji Incoom A Principal Research Scientist and vegetable breeder at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Dr. Michael Kwabena Osei, is calling for urgent, Ghana-specific research into the health risks associated with greenhouse farming. With greenhouse agriculture expanding rapidly in Ghana, Dr. Osei warns that, while the technology holds […]
Farming under cover: The promise and risks of greenhouse technology in Ghana
By Linda Dede Nyanya Godji Incoom The early morning sun was already beating down as Nana Ama Kakra Amoah removed her Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and stepped out of her greenhouse farm at the Dawhenya Greenhouse Enclave to catch some fresh air. It was only 10:30 a.m., but the heat within the plastic-covered structure had […]
Economic empowerment remains cornerstone of GRB’s protection efforts – Mr. Aniah
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Upper West Regional Coordinator of the Ghana Refugee Board (GRB), Joseph Aniah, says behind every refugee is a story of courage, displacement, and resilience. He observed that, as a result of the peculiar situation of refugees, economic empowerment remains the cornerstone of GRB’s protection efforts. Mr. Aniah continued that empowering refugees […]
Gov’t reaffirms support for textile industry, lauds job creation efforts
The Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Sampson Ahi, has reiterated government’s strong commitment to supporting Ghana’s textile and garment industry as a key driver of job creation and economic transformation. This assurance came during a working visit by the Deputy Minister on Thursday, June 19, 2025, to the Ajabeng textiles and garment enclave […]
Dissemination of research findings via drama for better understanding and action – REACH-STR project
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo Three researchers from the Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD-UBIDS), Dr. Francis X. Jarawura, Dr. Maximilian Kolbe Domapielle, and Dr. Francis N. Sanyare, have organised events for students to disseminate the outcomes of studies conducted by some graduate students in three communities in the Upper West and […]
97% of agencies faced major creative campaign challenges, according to new PMI survey
As campaign complexity surges, new research spotlights how project professionals are powering marketing creativity and business impact Creative leaders today face mounting pressure to deliver bold, fresh experiences that boost brand awareness and keep customers engaged in an increasingly saturated market. A new survey from Project Management Institute (PMI) highlights that 97% of respondents faced […]
Wa East, Nadowli-Kaleo DCE nominees approved after earlier disapproval
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Chief Executive nominee for the Wa East District, Adamu Sayibu, and his counterpart for the Nadowli-Kaleo District, Madam Mary Haruna, both of whom faced stiff opposition leading to their rejection in April this year, have now been approved. Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo reports that the approval of the nominees followed their renomination by […]
Kotoko beat Golden Kick to secure 10th MTN FA Cup title
By: Kwame Bediako Asante Kotoko claimed their 10th MTN FA Cup trophy by defeating Division One side Golden Kick FC 2-1 on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium. The victory not only adds to their illustrious history but also guarantees their return to continental competition in the CAF Confederation Cup […]
