Volta region to hold vigil for victims of military helicopter crash
By: Jones Anlimah The Volta Regional Co-ordinating Council (VRCC) will on Sunday, August 10, 2025, hold a vigil in memory of the victims of the recent military helicopter crash. The solemn event is scheduled to take place at Nfodjo Park, behind the STC Yard, starting at 5:00 p.m. and running until 9:00 p.m. Among the […]
South African court rules that Zambia can repatriate body of former president
A South African court has ruled that Zambia‘s government can repatriate the body of former President Edgar Lungu and give him a state funeral, despite his family’s opposition. Lungu’s family had wanted to bury him privately in South Africa, where he died in June. They were left visibly distraught by the Pretoria high court’s decision. […]
Ghana Military Helicopter Crash Prompts Soul-Searching, Reveals Miraculous Escapes
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent An air of solemnity hangs heavy over Ghana as the nation grapples with the loss of eight lives, including two senior cabinet ministers, in a devastating military helicopter crash. This tragedy has not only plunged the country into a three-day period of national mourning but has also brought […]
Ghana tackles cardiovascular diseases with revised guidelines
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah In a bid to combat the growing threat of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in Ghana, the Ministry of Health (MoH), led by Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, convened a high-level stakeholder validation workshop in Accra. The workshop was part of the AYA Integrated Healthcare Initiative, a collaboration between the MoH, Ghana Health Service, […]
Tragic Helicopter Crash: This is a moment that calls for strength and unity – President Mahama
By: Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama in the wake of the devastating military helicopter crash that claimed eight lives in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, has called on the country to embrace unity and compassion rather than division. Addressing the nation for the first time since the tragedy on August 6, President Mahama underscored the importance […]
Investigative board of enquiry set up into deadly military helicopter crash
By: Belinda Nketia President John Dramani Mahama has announced the formation of an investigative board of enquiry to uncover the cause of the helicopter crash that claimed eight lives in Adansi Akrofuom on August 6 2025. The President delivered a sombre national address on Thursday night revealing that, the Ghana Armed Forces had initiated “a […]
Helicopter Crash: It’s a national tragedy — NPP, Minority
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of all eight persons onboard. It described the incident as a national tragedy and extended heartfelt sympathies to the families of the deceased. “The New Patriotic Party is reeling with sorrow and grief following the tragic […]
Helicopter crash: Nabdam Traditional Council mourns with nation and families of victims
By: Peter Agengre With hearts weighed down by sorrow, the Nabdam Traditional Council in the Upper East Region extends their solemn tribute to the eight distinguished sons of our land, four dedicated politicians and four valiant military officers—whose lives were tragically lost in a recent helicopter crash. “These men were not ordinary travelers. They were […]
Villarreal confirm signing of Thomas Partey on a one year deal
By: Kwame Bediako Spanish club Villarreal have announced the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey on a one-year deal for the 2025/26 season, with an option to extend for an additional year. The 32-year-old, formerly of Arsenal, will join the team immediately at Villarreal’s training ground, the Ciudad Deportiva. This move marks a significant addition […]
Majority caucus, Parliament commiserate with families of late MP Murtala Muhammed and Defence Minister Omane Boamah
By: Valentia Tetteh & Rachel Quartey The Majority Caucus in Parliament has paid solemn condolence visits to the families of the late Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Member of Parliament for Tamale Central and Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence, following their tragic deaths in a military […]
New Juaben South MP mourns victims of Helicopter crash
By: Valentia Tetteh The Member of Parliament for New Juaben South, Michael Okyere Baafi, has joined the nation in mourning the victims of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight individuals, including two cabinet ministers. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Mr. Baafi expressed sorrow over the incident and paid tribute to the […]
Ghana doubles down on vaccine manufacturing ambitions, President pledges additional funds
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Ministry of Health led by its Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akando, in partnership with the National Vaccine Institute (NVI) and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), convened the Ghana Vaccine Manufacturing Investment Forum, signaling a renewed commitment to establishing Ghana as a regional hub for vaccine production. President of the Republic […]
Six dead in Kenya medical small plane crash, official says
Six people have been killed after a light aircraft belonging to a medical charity crashed in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, according to a local official. Charity Amref Flying Doctors said the Cessna plane took off from Wilson airport on Thursday afternoon and was en route to Hargeisa in Somalia when it crashed and burst into flames […]
“Our shared sorrow must unite us” – President Mahama’s emotional appeal after helicopter tragedy
By: Belinda Nketia In an emotional national broadcast on the night of 7th August 2025, President John Dramani Mahama urged Ghanaians to come together in mourning and resist the temptation of speculation or partisanship following the fatal helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight public servants. “This is not a time for division, speculation, […]
