Pilot praised after crash-landing faulty Somali passenger plane on seashore
SOURCE: BBC An airline in Somalia has praised one of its pilots after he crash-landed his passenger plane, which had suffered a technical fault, on the shoreline next to the capital’s international airport with all 55 on board surviving. Starsky Aviation said the pilot’s quick thinking was crucial in saving the 50 passengers and five […]
Ghana to establish independent Fiscal Council to strengthen post-IMF Economic oversight – Deputy Finance Minister
The Government of Ghana has announced plans to establish an Independent Fiscal Council to strengthen financial oversight and decision-making after the country exits the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. The announcement was made by the Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, during a courtesy call by the Head of Regional Economic Department of France […]
Nine killed and at least 25 injured in shootings at school and home in Canada
Nine people killed at two different sites: At least 25 others injured: Police “are still reaching out” to victims’ families and next of kin, British Columbia Premier David Eby says. The ages and identities of those who have been killed or injured in the attack remains unknown. The suspected attacker is believed to have died […]
Over 227,000 Ghanaians face hunger, poverty and unemployment – GSS
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei More than 227,000 Ghanaians are facing overlapping challenges of hunger, poverty and unemployment, despite a national decline in severe food insecurity, according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Data released by the GSS indicate that in the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, a total of 227,519 people were simultaneously food […]
UER: Students pledge peace and academic excellence after statue unveiling
By: Peter Agengre Students of Bolgatanga Technical Institute have vowed to maintain peace and discipline on campus, following recent incidents of unrest that disrupted academic activities. The commitment was made during the unveiling of a symbolic statue within the school, which authorities say represents a new dawn of discipline, unity, and academic excellence for the […]
TB Control Programme advocates inclusion of post-TB lung disease care under Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund
By’ Rachel Kakraba The Acting Programme Manager of the National TB Control Programme, Dr. Ziem Bernard, is making a strong case for the inclusion of post-TB lung disease care under the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, popularly known as the Mahama Care initiative, to deal with long-term lung complications after TB cure. He explained that although TB drugs are provided free […]
Cocoa sector challenges: President Mahama to hold emergency Cabinet meeting on Wednesday — Kwakye Ofosu
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghana’s cocoa industry, once a global leader, is currently being squeezed by a perfect storm of internal mismanagement and external market volatility. Since November 2025, thousands of farmers across the country have delivered their beans without receiving payment. The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), led by CEO Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey, recently issued […]
Afreximbank urged to support formalisation of small-scale mining initiatives in Ghana
BY: VALENTIA TETTEH The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has urged the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to support Ghana’s efforts to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) as part of broader reforms in the minerals sector. The appeal was made during a private meeting held on the sidelines of the Mining […]
Second year KNUST student falls to death
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu Management of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, KNUST, has confirmed the death of one of its students, Ransford Amankwaa Asamani, after allegedly falling from the 2nd floor of a private hostel. A Statement signed and issued to the media by the Deputy Registrar in charge of the University Relations, […]
Target slashes 500 jobs as retailer seeks to invest in its stores
Target will cut roughly 500 jobs across its regional offices and distribution sites in the US, a move executives have said would allow the struggling retailer to invest in its stores and win back customers. Target executives announced the reductions on Monday in internal email to employees, which was obtained by the BBC. The cuts, […]
Migrant boat capsizes off Libya leaving 53 dead
A rubber boat carrying 55 passengers, including two babies, has overturned off the coast of Libya, the UN migration agency says. The only survivors, two Nigerian women, were rescued by the Libyan authorities on Friday, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) announced on Monday. The boat was carrying migrants and refugees from various African countries, […]
Pediatric Society of Ghana warns of rising non-communicable diseases among children
By: Ruth Boateng The President of the Paediatric Society of Ghana (PSG), Dr. Hilda Mantebea Boye, has raised concern over the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among children and adolescents, noting that such conditions are no longer limited to adulthood. Speaking at the Society’s Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM) in Koforidua, Dr. Boye […]
Safe surgery depends on system readiness – Health Minister Akandoh
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Minister for Health, Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, says the success of surgery and the prevention of avoidable deaths depend largely on the readiness of health systems rather than the mere presence of hospital buildings. Speaking at the 66th Annual Conference of the West African College of Surgeons at the […]
Hong Kong court jails media tycoon and British citizen Jimmy Lai for 20 years
Jimmy Lai has just been sentenced to 20 years in jail under the NSL. Lai was seen smiling calmly and nodding a bit when the court announced his sentence. Some members of the public were heard sobbing. Lai’s wife tries to hold back tears as she leaves court Jimmy Lai’s wife was seen leaving court, […]
