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, […]
Road works begin on Pantang–Abokobi stretch as contractor targets early completion
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Construction works have commenced on the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Pantang–Abokobi road, a critical 8.6-kilometre stretch linking several health and residential communities in the Greater Accra Region. The project, being executed by Awerco Construction, covers the road from the Pantang Junction traffic lights to the Abokobi Boie Junction, including internal […]
Ghana’s former President Akufo-Addo leads Commonwealth Observer Group for Bangladesh elections
By: Sarah Baafi Former President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is leading a Commonwealth Observer Group for Bangladesh’s Parliamentary Election and Referendum, scheduled for February 12. The former Ghanaian President is chairing a high-level team tasked with monitoring the electoral process, with particular attention to pre-election preparations, stakeholder engagements, and the country’s overall readiness […]
Ghana reaffirms commitment to responsible military AI at REAIM 2026 Summit
Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in military and security contexts at the Responsible Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain (REAIM) 2026 Summit held in A Coruña, Spain. The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr James Gyakye Quayson (MP), represented the Government of Ghana at the […]
200th Anniversary of Akuapem Odwira festival
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Okuapehene, Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III, Paramount Chief of the Akuapem Traditional Area in the Eastern Region, has announced plans to mark the 200th anniversary of the Akuapem Odwira Festival in September 2026. The landmark celebration will be officially launched on March 5, 2026, at the Okuapehene’s Palace in Akropong-Akuapem. […]
Man named in South Africa’s police corruption probe found dead
A South African man named in a major police corruption probe has died after reportedly shooting himself at a petrol station. Police are now investigating the death of Wiandre Pretorius, 41, who last week said he had survived an assassination attempt. Pretorius’s name had been mentioned at the ongoing corruption inquiry, known as the Madlanga […]
King Charles to host Nigeria’s first UK state visit in 37 years
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will host Nigeria’s president in the country’s first state visit to the UK in 37 years, Buckingham Palace has announced. Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have accepted an invitation to be guests of the King at Windsor Castle from 18 to 19 March. State visits are considered […]
No final ruling on GN Bank licence yet – Groupe Nduom clarifies status of GN Savings and Loans Licence Case
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Groupe Nduom has clarified that the legal process surrounding the revocation of the operating licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited is still ongoing, contrary to reports suggesting that the matter has been conclusively settled. In a press release issued on Friday, February 6, 2026, the group responded to […]
Russian general shot several times in Moscow
A high-profile general in Russia’s military has been shot several times and wounded in Moscow. Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was immediately taken to hospital after the attack in a residential block of flats on the north-western outskirts of the Russian capital and his condition is unknown. Alexeyev is number two in the main directorate of […]
Accra: GBC-DG re-echoes establishment of ECOWAS TV Channel
BY: ALEX ADI The Director General of Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, (GBC) Prof. Amin Alhassan, is pushing for a dedicated ECOWAS TV channel to boost regional integration. The proposed ECOWAS channel aims to unite 300 million people, showcasing regional achievements and share information on ECOWAS activities. The intention is to focus in areas such as Science, […]
31 killed in blast at mosque in Pakistan capital, official says
“A total of 31 people have lost their lives. “The number of wounded brought to hospitals has risen to 169,” says Islamabad’s deputy commissioner Irfan Memon in a statement. Twenty-five ambulances sent to Islamabad – Punjab chief minister The chief minister of Pakistan’s Punjab region, which borders Islamabad, has said 25 ambulances have been sent […]
Lack of decent accommodation driving health workers away from Savannah Region – Dr. Otoo
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Savannah Regional Director of Ghana Health Service, Dr John Ekow Otoo says, lack of decent accommodation is driving away health workers from the Savannah Region. According to him, the situation has become a major challenge, undermining healthcare delivery in the newly created region. Dr. Otoo made the remarks at the launch […]
President Mahama pushes for growth of local garment industry amidst the buzz his Fugu sparked in Zambia
By: Sarah Baafi President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted cultural diplomacy and the promotion of Ghana’s local garment industry as key takeaways from his official state visit to Zambia. President Mahama noted that his appearance in a traditional Ghanaian smock, locally called Fugu or Batakari unexpectedly sparked a viral online discussion about the outfit. Speaking […]
