NYA Deputy CEO calls for coordinated action to tackle youth challenges
By Michael Kofi Kenetey The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA) in charge of Operations and Programs, Alhaji Inusah Mahama, has called for swift and coordinated efforts to address the pressing challenges confronting the youth in the country. Alhaji Mahama mentioned unemployment, substance abuse, and teenage pregnancy as some of the […]
All public universities renamed by Akufo-Addo to have original names restored – Majority Leader
By Charles S. Amponsah The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has revealed that Cabinet has directed the reversal of all public university name changes made during President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration. Institutions that were renamed after prominent individuals will return to their original titles. He made the announcement on the floor of Parliament in Accra […]
Two remanded for two weeks over illegal dumping at Rawlings Park
Two men have been remanded in custody for two weeks after being caught dumping refuse at Rawlings Park in Accra’s Central Business District. Ibrahim Abdullah and Eric Opoku were unable to meet their bail conditions of GH₵2,000 each and are expected to reappear in the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) Sanitation Court on November 5, 2025. […]
PURC helps recovers over GHS 1 Million, resolves 99% of customers complaints
By Daniel Donkor The Bono Regional office of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced significant achievements in regulatory enforcement, consumer protection, and service delivery between the first and third quarters of 2025, including the recovery of over GHS 1,008,205.48 from customers indebted to the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo). According to the Commission, […]
Illegal mining threatens gari and palm oil – Research
A study by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Pure Earth has revealed alarming levels of mercury, arsenic, lead, and other toxic metals in areas of Ghana affected by illegal small-scale gold mining, otherwise known as “galamsey”. The research, which covered the Ashanti, Eastern, Central, Western, Western North, and Savannah regions, shows how galamsey is […]
Lands Minister revokes 278 small-scale mining licences over regulatory breaches and expired permits
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has terminated the licenses of 278 small-scale mining operators for failing to comply with mining regulations and for allowing their permits to expire. In a public notice issued on Thursday, October 23, 2024, by the Ministry, Mr. Buah explained that the […]
NAIMOS dismantles illegal mining network and arrests armed impostors in Oda River Forest Reserve
By Felix Cofie The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has led a decisive and intelligence-driven operation that dismantled entrenched illegal mining networks and arrested armed impostors posing as National Security operatives within the Oda River Forest Reserve in the Ashanti Region. The coordinated mission, executed in collaboration with the Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC), […]
The Lords Pentecostal Church holds 64th annual meeting in Accra
By Ewurabena Paha The 64th Annual General Meeting of the Lords Pentecostal Church International is underway at the Abundant Life Centre at Kwashieman in Accra. This year’s meeting is under the theme Empowered To Transform. At the opening ceremony, the General Overseer of the church, Apostle Eric Essandor Anim Otoo, expressed gratitude to God for […]
Dr. Bawumia secures massive endorsement from 63 out of 87 NPP Members of Parliament
By Mercy Darko Ahead of the NPP’s presidential primaries, a significant bloc of the party’s parliamentary representation, sixty-three out of eighty-seven Members of Parliament, has thrown its full support behind former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Announcing their decision at a media briefing in Accra, the Member of Parliament for Mampong, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, said Dr. […]
Government mourns former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Government of Ghana has announced with deep regret the untimely passing of Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady and founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Government Communications, Mrs. Rawlings passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after a […]
Africa loses $5bn annually in foreign exchange transactions – AfCFTA
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has revealed that Africa loses about $5 billion annually through foreign exchange transactions. According to the Secretariat, the situation continues to raise the cost of doing business across the continent, saying the losses have become a major barrier to Africa’s economic growth and competitiveness. […]
Ghana pushes for local funding to sustain HIV fight
By: Dorothy Yeboah The Ghana AIDS Commission is spearheading a campaign to harness domestic resources for the sustainability of the National HIV/AIDS Response. This has become necessary due to the dwindling global funding and economic challenges confronting many donor countries that previously funded HIV/AIDS programmes in Ghana. According to the Commission, Ghana’s commitment to achieving […]
UNESCO proposes GBC premises as World Heritage Site
By: Ruth Serwaa Asare The Head of UNESCO Ghana, Mr. Edmond Moukala, has proposed that the historic premises of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) be considered for designation as a World Heritage Site, recognising its vital role in Africa’s liberation and media history. Speaking at the launch of the UNESCO–GBC training workshop at the GBC […]
Gold Trading: Gold Board aligns operations with London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) standards
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Director of Communications for the Ghana Gold Board, Mr. Prince Minkah, has disclosed that the Board is aligning its operations with the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) standards to promote sustainable and transparent gold trading in the country. Speaking on GTV’s Breakfast Show on Thursday, October 23, 2025, Mr. Minkah explained […]
