NMC upholds Adamus Resources’ complaint, directs ModernGhana, Class FM to retract story
The National Media Commission (NMC), has directed online news portal ModernGhana.com and Accra-based Class FM to retract and apologise for publications concerning Adamus Resources Limited and its Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Angela List, after ruling that the outlets breached journalistic ethics. The directive follows a complaint filed by Adamus Resources and Ms. List, who argued […]
Ablakwa urges united front as synthetic drug threat escalates in West Africa
By: Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called for urgent, coordinated action to confront what he described as a rapidly evolving drug economy that is devastating communities and endangering national stability. Speaking at the closing ceremony of a two-day Regional High-Level Dialogue on Drug Markets in West Africa in Accra, Mr. Ablakwa warned […]
Putin and Trump’s envoy set for key Ukraine talks in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday, after the White House said it was “very optimistic” about reaching a deal to end the Ukraine war. US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, who has acted as an outside adviser in diplomatic talks, is also expected to attend. […]
Dakar: Ghana expresses readiness in hosting next ECOFEST
By: Alex Adi Ghana has expressed readiness to host the next ECOFEST, citing its rich cultural heritage and as a tribute to the late Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy as a champion of African liberation. In an exclusive interview with GBCNEWS on the sidelines of ECOFEST in Dakar, Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister Abla Dzifa […]
Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end war continue
A Russian missile attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro has killed four people and injured 40, authorities have said. Unconfirmed reports say a ballistic missile was used in the strike, which took place on Monday morning. Videos shared online showed a large explosion occur on the side of a motorway, and local media […]
Government to deploy over 700 doctors to districts outside Greater Accra – Health Minister
By: Rebecca Ampah The Ministry of Health is set to redistribute more than 700 medical doctors across the country as part of a new policy aimed at addressing inequities in Ghana’s health workforce. The Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, disclosed this during the Ministry’s Accountability Series held today. According to the Minister, President John Dramani […]
Medical officer urges regular health Checks as Barachel SDA Church leads community outreach
By: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu Medical Officer at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr. Kwadwo Adomako Tannor, is urging Ghanaians to make regular medical checkups a part of their lifestyle to help curb the growing cases of diabetes and hypertension. Speaking to GBC News at the “Barachel Goes Community” outreach, Dr. Tannor warned that many residents screened […]
Health Ministry boosts investment to expand blood access nationwide
By: Alberta Asanawa Dwirah and Vanessa Acheampong The Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has announced major investments in infrastructure and logistics across regional and district blood centres as part of efforts to improve efficiency and expand equitable access to blood nationwide. Speaking on behalf of Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang at the […]
Ghana endorses President Trump’s proposed Russia-Ukraine peace plan
By: Hannah Dadzie Government has officially welcomed the proposed peace framework put forth by U.S. President Donald J. Trump aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana reaffirmed its “unwavering commitment to global peace, stability and principles of international cooperation.”The statement emphasized Ghana‘s […]
Senegal: ECOWAS and UEMOA agree on joint plan to repatriate African cultural heritage
By: Alex Adi Ministers from ECOWAS and West African Economic and Monetary Union (Union Economique et Monétaire Ouest Africaine, UEMOA, in French) have agreed on a joint plan to repatriate African cultural heritage to its countries of origin. This endorsement comes ahead of the 2025 West African Arts and Culture Festival (ECOFEST) in Dakar, Senegal, which […]
Death toll in Indonesia floods passes 500
The death toll in the floods which struck Indonesia last week has now climbed to more than 500, with rescue workers still battling to reach affected areas. The floods, which were caused by a rare cyclone that had formed over the Malacca Strait, have hit three provinces and impacted some 1.4 million people, according to […]
Desperate hunt for food and water as Indonesia floods death toll rises to 502
Indonesia: Authorities say there have been cases of looting in districts in Aceh and North Sumatra, according to local media reports, adding that residents in flood-hit areas are breaking into stores and warehouses in search of food and other supplies. Some have blamed the looting on tardy aid distribution by the government. Public anger has […]
Prof. Boampong’s tenure as Vice-Chancellor ended on September 18 – UCC Governing Council
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Governing Council of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially confirmed that the tenure of Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong as Vice-Chancellor ended on September 18, 2025. The date he reached the compulsory retirement age of 60. The decision was announced following the Council’s 124th Regular Meeting held on […]
Ghanaian High Court Balances German Civil Marriage and Customary Union, Affirming Dual Widow Status in Daddy Lumba Case
Written By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Kumasi High Court in Ghana delivered a momentous decision on November 28, 2025. It legally recognized both Odo Broni (Priscilla Ofori Atta) and Akosua Serwaa Fosuh as spouses of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba (Charles Kwadwo Fosu). This ruling marks a critical juncture in Ghanaian […]
