Two arrested for discharging firearms at funeral in Western North
By: Belinda Nketia The Western North Regional Police Command has arrested two individuals for illegally possessing and discharging firearms during a funeral ceremony. According to a press release signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Michael Nkekesi, Head of the Public Affairs Unit, the suspects, Frank Afoko (41) and Kojo Agyapong (31), were apprehended on […]
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk-yeol impeached over martial law order
South Korea’s Constitutional Court on Friday unanimously voted to uphold the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol — removing the beleaguered leader from office four months after he thrust the country into political chaos following an ill-fated martial law order. Thousands gathered at a rally in Seoul broke out in cheers over the decision, which marks a dramatic […]
11 suspects arrested for illegal mining near Bunsu
By: Belinda Nketia The Eastern South Regional Police Command has arrested eleven individuals for illegal mining activities at Fische near Bunsu. The suspects, comprising nine Ghanaians and two Burkinabes, were apprehended on April 2, 2025, following a complaint received about their involvement in illegal mining operations. According to an official police statement, the arrested individuals […]
Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar dies at 87
Veteran Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar has died at the age of 87 in India’s financial capital, Mumbai. The actor died of “age-related health issues”, Dr Santosh Shetty of Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where the actor was admitted, said. His son, Kunal Goswami, told ANI news agency that Kumar had been battling health issues […]
Fire destroys shops in Tema Community One market
A fire outbreak in the early hours of Thursday destroyed about eight shops at the Tema Community One Market, Mangoase Lane. The incident, which occurred at about 02:00 hours, was doused by the personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service, who responded swiftly to distress calls to the station. Some items burnt included wigs, sewing […]
Myanmar earthquake death toll passes 3,000 with hundreds still missing
The leader of Myanmar‘s ruling military junta, Min Aung Hlaing, is due to travel to Bangkok on Thursday for a regional summit. The death toll from the devastating earthquake that hit Myanmar last week has surpassed 3,000, the military junta said on Thursday, as NGOs scramble to provide healthcare and shelter to survivors. Last Friday’s […]
Cabinet to decide on options of private participation in ECG
Cabinet will soon deliberate on the most suitable of three recommended options: Entity concession, multiple lease, and service franchise, for private sector participation in the Electricity Company of Ghana. That will be followed by the establishment of a project implementation committee and recruit a transaction advisor to ensure transparency and ensure local content and participation. […]
MTN Ghana announces removal of E-Levy charges on MoMo transactions
By: Belinda Nketia MTN Ghana, one of the largest data and mobile money service providers in Ghana has officially announced that the 1% Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy) has been abolished. The telecommunications company confirmed the removal of the levy in a message sent to its customers on April 3, 2025, assuring them that all MoMo […]
Police maintain top position as most corrupt institution in Ghana – Global InfoAnalytics
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Ghana Police Service (GPS) has for the fourth time running topped the list of public organizations perceived to be the most corrupt in the latest corruption perception index conducted by a local research organisation, Global InfoAnalytics. The first National Tracking Poll of 2025, which assessed public perception of corruption across various […]
Improving Science Journalism; Ten selected ST&I Journalists visit Imperial College London
Ten Ghanaian ST&I journalists have successfully completed an intensive Science, Technology & Innovation (ST&I) Communication training program at Imperial College London, one of the world’s leading universities where ideas are turned into new ventures and groundbreaking science researches are conducted. The program, fully funded by the British High Commission in Accra, is part of the […]
Ahmed Suale’s death: suspect charged with abetment and murder
By: Ashiadey Dotse Suspect, Daniel Owusu Koranteng, has been charged with abetment and murder in connection with the killing of investigative journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale. State prosecutors presented the new charges in court on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. According to Chief Inspector Nana Afua Bamfo, Koranteng allegedly led two other suspects, who are still at large, […]
E-Levy scrapped; GRA orders refunds for post-April 2 deductions
By: Sarah Baafi The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has officially announced the abolition of the 1% Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy), marking a significant shift in the country’s tax policy. This follows President John Mahama’s assent to the Electronic Transfer Levy Act, 2022 (Act 1075) and its Amendment Act, 2022 (Act 1089). Effective from midnight on […]
Ghana, Japan commit to strategic development initiatives
By: Sarah Baafi Ghana and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through key development projects and increased cooperation. In a recent meeting with Suzuki Momoko, Chief Representative of JICA in Ghana, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced three priority initiatives aimed at fostering growth and regional connectivity. These include […]
Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey assumes office as Commonwealth Secretary-General
Former Ghanaian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has officially assumed office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, pledging to advance the values of the Commonwealth Charter in a world marked by rising tensions and shifting alliances. According to an official statement from the Commonwealth Secretariat, Madam Botchwey, who succeeds Patricia […]
