Police launch ‘Red Maria’ taskforce to tackle crime in Northern Region
By Murtala Issah The Northern Regional Command of the Ghana Police Service has launched a new anti-crime taskforce, “Red Maria,” aimed at intensifying the fight against criminal activity, particularly in Tamale and its environs. The initiative, announced by the Northern Regional Commander, DCOP Wisdom Lavoe, comes in the wake of growing concerns over a potential […]
Trump muses over ‘taking Cuba’ as island’s power grid collapses after weeks of US oil blockade
Source: CNN US President Donald Trump mused over whether he would have the “honor of taking Cuba” on Monday, the same day the communist-run island’s electricity grid suffered its first nationwide collapse since the US effectively shut off the flow of oil to the country. “You know, all my life I’ve been hearing about United […]
Ghana’s Foreign Minister makes historic visit to Kyrgyzstan
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has marked a significant diplomatic milestone with an official visit to Kyrgyzstan by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the first African foreign minister to be formally hosted by the Central Asian nation. The visit, which took place in Bishkek, signals a strategic expansion of Ghana’s foreign policy focus […]
ECOWAS calls for restraint as Mano River border tensions rise
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key highlights include: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially expressed concern regarding the escalating border tensions between Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. The regional bloc is calling on all involved parties to exercise immediate restraint to prevent a wider security crisis. This diplomatic intervention […]
Wary allies show there’s no quick fix to Trump’s Iran crisis
Source: BBC Throughout his two terms in office, Donald Trump hasn’t been shy to criticise – even to attack – Washington’s Nato allies. But his latest suggestion – that failing to secure the Strait of Hormuz would be “very bad for the future of Nato” – implies an understanding of the alliance’s purpose that has […]
Government to build 6km power line to boost electricity in Bia West – Energy Minister
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, says the government will construct a new six-kilometre power line to improve electricity supply in the Bia West Constituency following persistent power outages that have affected residents for a long time. Speaking in Parliament on Monday, March 16, 2026, in response to […]
US ramps up calls to secure Strait of Hormuz, but no firm commitments yet
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The seventeenth day of the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran has seen a dramatic escalation in economic and regional instability. President Donald Trump is currently moving to garner international support for securing the Strait of Hormuz. This vital waterway serves as a primary artery for […]
Ghana announces emergency evacuation for citizens in Qatar
By Hannah Dadzie The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Qatar has announced plans to undertake an emergency evacuation exercise for Ghanaian nationals living in Qatar following heightened security concerns in the region. In a statement issued on March 15, 2026, the embassy said the decision was taken by the Government of Ghana after […]
Financial clearance for rotation nurses a step in right direction – Oscar Provencal
By: Sarah Baafi Actor Oscar Provencal has welcomed the move by the Ministry of Health to secure financial clearance for rotation nurses and house officers, describing it as a major step toward addressing challenges in Ghana’s health sector. Speaking during a panel discussion on the GTV Breakfast Show, Provencal noted that many nurses in the […]
GPRTU hints at possible transport fare increase as fuel prices rise
By Amoako Kwame The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has signaled a potential increase in transport fares from March 16. The union’s warning follows projections of rising fuel prices for the second pricing window of the month, which begins today, Monday, March 16. According to the GPRTU, transport operators will be forced to adjust […]
New Road Traffic Law demands drivers tow faulty vehicles within 30 minutes- NRSA boss
By Amoako Kwame The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Abraham Amaliba, has revealed that drivers whose vehicles malfunction in major city spots will be required to arrange towing within 30 minutes under a new road safety policy expected to accompany the implementation of the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill, 2025. Speaking on Joy […]
UN chief urges de-escalation as Lebanon dragged into wider Middle East conflict
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent In a high-stakes diplomatic move to de-escalate a widening Middle East war, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres met with the leadership of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) in Beirut this weekend, issuing a fervent plea for an immediate cessation of hostilities. During the meeting with LAF Commander Rodolphe […]
Domelevo urges Parliament to pass Conduct of Public Office Holders Law to fight corruption
By Ashiadey Dotse Former Auditor-General, Daniel Yao Domelevo, says Ghana cannot effectively fight corruption unless Parliament passes the Conduct of Public Office Holders law. Mr. Domelevo made the statement in an interview on GTV’s Current Agenda following the release of the 2024 Auditor-General’s report on financial mismanagement. According to him, the country’s current legal framework […]
President Mahama announces academic exchange between Yonsei University and UESD
By Celestine Avi Seoul, South Korea-President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new academic exchange programme between Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea and Ghana’s University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD) at Bonsu in the Eastern Region, aimed at strengthening collaboration in higher education and research. The initiative will allow lecturers and students from […]
