Pope Francis donates popemobile to serve as mobile health unit for children in Gaza
The late Pope Francis has donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile health unit to serve the children of Gaza, charity officials have said. The Jerusalem and Sweden branches of the Vatican’s Caritas charitable federation released photos of the repurposed vehicle on Monday. There has been no word on when the […]
Mahama unveils Code of Ethics for Ministers; charges them to abide by it
President John Dramani Mahama on Monday unveiled a Code of Ethics and Conduct for his Ministers and appointees, charging them to abide by it. The Code is to regulate the conduct of the President’s appointees, thereby ensuring transparency and accountability in Government. The launch of the Code, which took place at the Presidency in Accra, […]
All appointees who missed asset declaration deadline to forfeit three months’ salary – President Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has directed that all political appointees who failed to declare their assets by March 31, 2025 deadline must forfeit three months of their salaries. The forfeited funds will be donated to the “Mahama Cares Trust Fund,” a medical support fund created under his administration. President Mahama made this announcement while unveiling […]
Rwanda confirms talks with US about taking in migrants
Rwanda is in the “early stage” of talks with the Trump administration to accept migrants deported by the US, the East African country’s Foreign Affairs Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe has said. His comments come after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said last month that Washington was “actively searching” for countries that would take in “some […]
Police officer interdicted for possession of tramol
By: Murtala Issah The Ghana Police Service has interdicted Corporal Shani Abdullai, for possessing restricted pharmaceutical substances at Kpalsi, a suburb of Tamale in the Northern Region. A statement from the Police Service explained that, Cpl Shani’s interdiction is to pave the way for thorough investigation into his conduct in line with Police Service regulations. […]
MahamaCares: A Lifeline For The Sick, A Call To Our Conscience
There are moments in a nation’s history when leadership is not just measured in speeches and promises, but in action that touches the lives of the forgotten. The launch of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as Mahama Cares, is one of those moments. In a country where chronic illness often means financial ruin […]
Ghana Publishing Company launches new gazette with enhanced security features
By: Rebecca Ampah The Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) has unveiled a newly designed version of the national gazette, featuring advanced security enhancements aimed at combating forgery and reinforcing the authenticity of official publications. As the sole publisher of gazettes in the country, GPCL has taken a significant step to modernize its output. The revamped […]
Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo nominated as CEO of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo, an Orthopaedic Surgeon has been nominated by President John Dramani Mahama for appointment as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi. Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo currently works at KATH and attends to both orthopedic and trauma cases at the Department of Surgery.He also teaches both […]
Trump says non-US movies to be hit with 100% tariffs
US President Donald Trump says he will hit movies made in foreign countries with 100% tariffs, as he ramps up trade disputes with nations around the world. Trump said he was authorising the US Department of Commerce and Trade Representative to start the process to impose the levy because America’s movie industry was dying “a […]
NPP and allies protest suspension of Chief Justice
A coalition of opposition political parties, spearheaded by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is staging a major protest in Accra today, Monday May 5, 2025, to demand the immediate reinstatement of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, who was recently suspended by President John Dramani Mahama. The suspension has ignited a wave of political criticism, with opposition […]
Brazilian police arrest two over alleged bomb plot targeting Lady Gaga concert
More than 2 million Lady Gaga fans rocked up at the Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night to join the singer in what was the largest show of her career as of yet, and it was free. Meanwhile, authorities arrested two individuals in connection with the alleged plot — a man, identified […]
Miami Grand Prix: Oscar Piastri wins race to extend formula one title lead
By: Kwame Bediako McLaren’s strategic excellence and driver talent take center stage as Oscar Piastri took his fourth victory of the season at the Miami Grand Prix underscoring his resurgence and ability to capitalize on key moments. The race saw Piastri consistently pressuring Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, ultimately overtaking him on lap 14 and maintaining […]
Wars, Trade and the Super Clash: The untold story of Ghana’s biggest rivalry
By: Yaw Ampofo JR The Hearts of Oak-Asante Kotoko rivalry transcends football, it embodies a historic clash of ethnic groups, trade, territorial conquest, and the legacy of the slave wars in the Gold coast. Even today, the derby is Ghana’s most talked about fixture, it records the highest streams, and historically the most coveted game. […]
All school feeding contracts cancelled nationwide
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP) has ended the contracts of all caterers working under the programme nationwide. In an official notice released on May 2, 2025, the GSFP said that no caterer should provide meals during the third term of the 2024/2025 academic year. ”All contracts have been terminated with immediate […]
