Speaker Bagbin engages first-time MPs
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has held an informal engagement with first-time Members of Parliament as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration and improve communication between his office and the House’s newest legislators. The session, according to the Speaker, forms part of a broader initiative that will soon include senior MPs, the media, and […]
KATH recording 180 new cancer cases every year-Head of Pediatric Oncology
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi has been recording an average of 180 new cancer cases every year. Leukemia, that is a blood disorder, lymphoma, and kidney cancer are among the commonly reported cases, mostly at advanced stages. Additionally, the facility is recording more cases of children with brain tumours, as […]
Canon announces master manual photography training for Ghanaian creatives
By Richmond Botwe. Canon, in collaboration with Oman FoFor, is set to host an intensive photography training workshop aimed at equipping both emerging and professional photographers with advanced technical skills. The training, scheduled for Friday, December 12, 2025, will take place at the Ghana Armed Forces Public Relations Institute at Burma Camp, from 9:00 a.m. […]
Speaker Bagbin calls mentorship program to guide first-term MPs
By Rebecca Ampah The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has called for the introduction of a structured mentorship program that would allow experienced legislators to guide first-term Members of Parliament (MPs). He said such an initiative would help new MPs integrate more effectively and enhance knowledge sharing within the House. The […]
Check your genotype early to prevent sickle cell births – Obstetrician
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney An Obstetrician and Gynecologist at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Dr. Isaac Tetteh Secorm, is urging couples to check their genotype before marriage or childbirth to prevent the birth of children with sickle cell disease. Speaking on GTV’s Breakfast Show, Dr. Secorm explained that genotype refers to the genetic makeup of […]
EU engages Ghana Immigration Service to deepen border security and Sahel cooperation
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has hosted a high-level delegation from the European Union (EU), led by the EU Special Representative for the Sahel, Juan Crauviño, to deepen cooperation on border security, migration management, and resilience across the Sahel and Coastal West Africa. The engagement reaffirmed the longstanding strategic partnership between Ghana and the EU, […]
President Mahama, Lordina support retired pastors, widows with medical care and Christmas gifts
The President, John Dramani Mahama, and the First Lady, Lordina Mahama, have sponsored free medical screening, treatment, and medical supplies for retired pastors, spouses, and widows of pastors of Assemblies of God, Ghana. In addition, the First Lady presented a Christmas hamper to each person and an undisclosed amount of cash as a gift. The […]
Kpando–Aziave crash leaves three dead and six injured — Fire Service
A head-on collision between a Howo tipper truck and a Daewoo Matiz at Kpando–Aziave has left three people dead and six others injured, according to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). The crash, which occurred on 3 December, involved truck registration GN-4585-25 and the Matiz registered GW-5674-19. GNFS said the truck driver was injured while […]
Education becomes justice when no child loses their future to conflict – Mahama
By: Ashiadey Dotse The President, John Dramani Mahama, says education can only be seen as justice when no child is forced to give up their dreams because of conflict. He stressed that children affected by war, displacement, and crisis should never be denied the right to learn and build their future. Delivering his speech at […]
Ghanaian gospel icon Maame Tiwaa passes on
Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician Maame Tiwaa, celebrated for her soul-stirring vocals with the Yaw Sarpong and the Asomafo band, has passed on aged 62. She died in the early hours of Sunday, December 7, 2025. Born Mary Tiwaa, the legendary singer was a celebrated figure in Ghana’s gospel music scene. Her powerful voice and deep […]
CUTS raises concern over prolonged delay in Consumer Protection and Competition Law passage
A leading policy think tank, CUTS International Accra, has raised serious concerns about Ghana’s prolonged delay in passing a Consumer Protection Law and a Competition Law. The call was made at the launch of the book Consumer Rights and Justice in Ghana: A Legal Compass, authored by Francisca Kusi Appiah, Vice Dean of the UPSA […]
Increase engagement with peasant farmers on policies affecting them – PFAG entreats the government
By Sualah Abdul-Wahab Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has urged the government to engage more with members of the Association when formulating and implementing policies that affect them. Members of the Association are of the view that regular engagement with them will enable the government and other stakeholders to understand their critical needs and […]
UER: 61-year-old chief named Upper East Regional best farmer
By Peter Agengre The Upper East Region has marked the 41st National Farmers’ Day with an impassioned plea to stakeholders to redouble their efforts towards achieving food security. The event, held under the theme “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure the Future,” paid tribute to outstanding farmers and shed light on the persistent challenges confronting the […]
Stakeholders urge stronger local content rules for Ghana’s apparel sector
Apparel manufacturers and policy stakeholders have called for stronger local content rules in national apparel procurement to propel the sector’s growth. They proposed a binding framework for state procurement of apparel, emphasising that such a framework was crucial for boosting domestic production, creating jobs, and reducing the country’s dependence on imported garments. They made the […]
