Vice President advocates for gender equity in the workplace on International Women’s Day
The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has called for accelerated action to create a more equitable workplace during the International Women’s Day celebration. Speaking on the theme, “Accelerating Action for a More Equitable Workplace,” she emphasized the need for inclusive environments that empower women and allow them to thrive […]
Black Stars convene in Accra for training camp on Monday ahead of World Cup qualifiers
By: Kwame Bediako The Ghana national team, the Black Stars, will gather in Accra on Monday, March 17, 2025, for a four-day training camp in preparation for their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The team will face Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, and then travel to Morocco to take on […]
Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia at highest level in over 25 years
A new report from global health authorities has warned about the rise of measles after a high number of cases in 2024. Europe saw the highest number of measles cases in more than 25 years in 2024, with more than 120,000 cases reported in the region. That figure was double the number of cases in […]
Ghana to open passport offices in all 16 regions
By: Ashiadey Dotse The government of Ghana plans to open passport application centers in all 16 regions to make the process easier for citizens. Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzato Ablakwa announced this in Parliament on March 12. He said the move will reduce the pressure on the main office in Accra, which currently struggles with […]
Local Government Minister reaffirms commitment to collaborating with CONIWAS to tackle WASH challenges
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghana’s Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mr. Ahmed Ibrahim, has reaffirmed his ministry’s commitment to working with the Coalition of NGOs in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS) to address the sanitation and hygiene challenges confronting Ghana. According to him, the commitment is part of the government’s broader efforts to achieve […]
Finance Minister reveals major losses in GRIDCo, GIHOC, Graphic Communications Group, and other SOEs from 2021 to 2024
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has bemoaned the worrying trend of several State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) recording heavy losses in recent years. Speaking at a meeting with Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of SOEs, Dr. Forson presented detailed figures from 2021 to 2023, revealing the persistent financial struggles of major national […]
Tech companies urge EU to preserve voluntary detection of child abuse content in online platforms
Tech companies and platforms are calling on member states who continue in the EU Council to debate a new proposal aimed at combating online child sexual abuse to preserve the voluntary detection of illegal content. This would allow the continued use of technologies like CSAI Match and PhotoDNA, which automatically identify abusive images shared on online platforms. […]
𝗦acked or Swapped? How headlines shape the story of Dampare’s removal
President John Dramani Mahama has named COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new Inspector-General of Police on March 13, 2025. The announcement, grounded in the President’s constitutional authority and made after consultation with the Council of State, signaled a shift in leadership within the Ghana Police Service. Yet, the way this transition was packaged in […]
No freeze on public sector employment – Finance Minister clarifies
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has dismissed claims that the government has imposed a freeze on public sector employment, assuring that recruitment into key sectors will continue. Speaking in an interview with Channel One TV on Wednesday, March 12, Dr Forson refuted speculation that the government had halted new hires, describing such […]
Understanding Kidney Health: The Importance of Early Detection and Prevention
By : Emmanuel Oti Acheampong Kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste and excess fluids from the blood, maintaining a balance of essential minerals, and regulating blood pressure. Despite their importance, kidney disease is often overlooked until it reaches an advanced stage. This year, World Kidney Day (March 13, 2025) is being observed under the […]
FIFA President Gianni Infantino pledges to boost Africa’s 2026 World Cup representation
By: Kwame Bediako FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening Africa’s presence on the global football stage, particularly ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking at the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo, Infantino emphasized FIFA’s dedication to enhancing Africa’s role in international football. With qualifiers for the 2026 World […]
Three children drown in abandoned mining pits in Eastern Region
By: Ashiadey Dotse Three children in the Fanteakwa South District, aged between nine and fourteen, have drowned in abandoned mining pits (galamsey pits) within two weeks in the Eastern Region. The incidents have left families heartbroken and raised concerns about illegal mining activities, known as galamsey, in the area. One of the victims’ parents, Kwabena […]
Belgian authorities search Huawei offices in fresh European Parliament corruption probe
Belgian police searched the Brussels headquarters of Chinese tech company Huawei and several homes in the country in a fresh corruption probe, reports say. The information was revealed by investigative website Follow the Money, together with two other Belgian newspapers, Le Soir and Knack. According to those reports, the lobbyists of the Chinese tech giant […]
Trump proposes 200% tariff on EU alcohol imports in trade escalation
US President, Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on wine, champagne, and other alcoholic drinks imported from the EU. Trump noted that the threat would remain until the EU removed a duty on US-made whiskey. “If this tariff is not removed immediately, the US will shortly place a 200% tariff on all […]
