Missile strike hits US Embassy in Baghdad as Iran warns of retaliation over oil hub
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A missile struck a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad as the U.S.-Israel war with Iran entered its third week on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Debris from an intercepted Iranian drone also hit an oil facility in the United Arab Emirates. Associated Press images showed a […]
Lordina Foundation commissions renovated Anyima Health Centre to improve maternal and child healthcare
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah The Lordina Foundation has commissioned a fully renovated and well-equipped health facility at Anyima in the Bono East Region to improve access to quality healthcare, particularly for mothers and children. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the First Lady, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, said the project reflects the foundation’s continued commitment […]
All six US crew members confirmed dead after refueling plane crashes in Iraq
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent All six United States service members are confirmed dead following the crash of a KC-135 Stratotanker in western Iraq on Thursday. The aircraft was supporting Operation Epic Fury when it went down at approximately 2 p.m. ET (7 p.m. GMT) near the Trebil border crossing. While two crew […]
Prosecute anyone guilty in 2024 Auditor-General’s report – Lawyer Ishaq Ibrahim
By Ashiadey Dotse A member of the Communication Team of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ishaq Ibrahim, says anyone found guilty of misappropriating public funds as captured in the 2024 report of the Ghana Audit Service must face prosecution, regardless of their political affiliation. His remarks came on GTV’s Current Agenda program after government revealed […]
US hits military targets on Iran’s critical oil export hub as war enters third week
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key highlights: The United States conducted large-scale military strikes against Iran’s Kharg Island on Friday night, March 13, 2026. This operation targeted a location central to the Iranian economy as the conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran entered its 15th day. U.S. officials stated the mission focused […]
GMet installs weather station, launches Green Climate Club at Methodist Girls’ High School
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has installed an automatic weather station and launched a Green Climate Club at Methodist Girls’ High School at Mamfe Akuapem in the Eastern Region as part of efforts to promote weather and climate literacy among students. The installation forms part of activities marking World Meteorological Day, […]
Water shortage at Yawhima Health Centre forces relatives of pregnant women to carry water
Report by Daniel Donkor Relatives of pregnant women seeking care at the Yawhima Health Centre in the Sunyani Municipality are sometimes compelled to carry gallons and buckets of water to the facility due to a worsening water crisis that continues to disrupt healthcare delivery. Health authorities at the centre have therefore issued an urgent appeal […]
British High Commissioner to Ghana engages stakeholders in Northern region
By Murtala Issah Security concerns linked to the spread of violent extremism from the Sahel dominated discussions when the United Kingdom’s top diplomat in Ghana, Christian Rogg, visited the Northern Region. His second visit in a year underscored the growing importance of international cooperation to safeguard northern Ghana and the wider sub-region. The High Commissioner […]
Iran rejects Trump World Cup safety warnings as team denies US authority over tournament
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The uneasy truce between global athletics and high-stakes geopolitics has officially fractured. Following the shock announcement of Iran’s refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, the narrative has shifted from a localized sporting dispute to a full-blown diplomatic crisis. While the initial breaking reports focused on the […]
Deputy Energy Minister urges insurance firms to prioritise trust
By Alberta Asanewa Dwirah The Deputy Minister for Energy, Richard Gyan Mensah, has urged companies in the insurance sector to prioritise building trust among the public to strengthen confidence in the industry. Mr. Mensah made the call while delivering an address on behalf of the Minister for Finance at the launch of ICSG Limited in […]
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
Source: BBC When it comes to military firepower, the US and Israel are not shy about how they are attacking Iran. With professional photos and slick videos, US Central Command has been posting every few hours on social media about the kinds of weapons, jets and ships being used. But the US and Israel are […]
Police kill two gunmen, dismantle illegal arms network in Ashanti region
By Amoako Kwame The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has dealt a massive blow to a violent criminal syndicate following a high-stakes intelligence-led operation that spanned March 10 and 11, 2026. The crackdown resulted in the deaths of two dangerous suspects and the dismantling of an illegal arms supply chain operating within the Kumasi metropolis. […]
US temporarily eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices
Source: BBC The US has authorised countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum that’s currently loaded on vessels at sea. US Treasury Department Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure to “promote stability in global energy markets” during the war. The authorisation will last until 11 April. “This narrowly tailored, short-term measure […]
Parliament strengthens role in Open Government Partnership (OGP)
By Alberta Asanewa Dwirah Parliament and civil society organisations have intensified collaboration to promote transparency, accountability and citizen participation in governance under the Open Government Partnership (OGP). The engagement, held as part of a Quarterly Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) Parliamentary Engagement, brought together Members of Parliament, governance experts and civil society groups to discuss Ghana’s […]
