South Africa police uncover $20m crystal meth lab
South African police say they have dismantled a crystal methamphetamine laboratory, with drugs worth $20m (£15m), discovered on a farm in the east of the country. Five people “from a North American country” have been arrested, while two others “believed to be from West African countries” fled the scene, a statement said. Police photographs show […]
Women’s involvement key to building Africa’s capacity for small modular reactor deployment
By: Mabel Adorkor Annang Across Africa, the push for clean and reliable energy is creating new opportunities for women to play a pivotal role in shaping the continent’s nuclear future. As discussions around the deployment of Small Modular Reactors, SMRs intensify, experts say women’s involvement in capacity building is essential to ensuring inclusive growth, safety, […]
Cyber-attack causes delays at Heathrow and other European airports
Heathrow is among several European airports hit by a cyber-attack affecting an electronic check-in and baggage system. The airport said a number of flights were delayed on Saturday as a “technical issue” impacted software provided to several airlines. Brussels Airport said a cyber-attack on Friday night meant passengers were being checked in and boarded manually, […]
Asantehemaa’s Burial Rites Validate Asante Kingdom’s Role in Modern Ghana
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The final funeral rites for the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, have concluded, but the powerful messages and cultural significance of the event will resonate for a long time. The four-day traditional burial, or Doteyie, was more than just a tribute; it was a profound demonstration of […]
At least 10 dead in Lagos high-rise office building fire
At least 10 people have died and 25 others injured after a fire broke out in a high-rise building in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital. Videos on social media on Tuesday showed occupants of the seven-storey Afriland Towers jumping out of the third and fourth floors when the fire started. The victims were commercial workers who […]
2026 World Cup qualifiers: FIFA opens disciplinary case against South Africa over suspended player
By: Kwame Bediako FIFA has officially opened disciplinary proceedings against the South African Football Association (SAFA) and midfielder Teboho Mokoena following his participation while under suspension. Mokoena played in South Africa’s 2–0 victory against Lesotho in the 2026 World Cup qualifying match held on March 21. The case centers on Mokoena’s eligibility, as fielding a […]
Damongowura bans kebab sales to tackle livestock theft
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Damongo, the Savannah Regional capital, has been hit by a surge in livestock theft, forcing traditional authorities to place a ban on the sale of kebab, popularly known as chinchinga, in the municipality. The ban, announced by the Damongowura, Seidu Kelly Boresa I, took effect on Thursday, September 18, 2025, […]
We cannot win the fight against NCDs without first knowing where the gaps are – Obuobia Darko Opoku
By: Celestine Avi Ghana’s health system is under increasing strain from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension, diabetes, and cancers, placing a heavy burden on hospitals, health workers, and families. In response, President John Mahama introduced the MahamaCares programme earlier this year, with a vision not only to strengthen healthcare delivery but also to ease […]
VRA awards GHC 1 million scholarships to 60 brilliant but needy students
By: Dominic Hlordzi The Volta River Authority (VRA) has awarded full scholarships to 60 brilliant but needy students from 23 traditional areas under its Community Development Programme (CDP). The awards ceremony, held at Akuse, was addressed by the Acting Chief Executive of VRA, Mr. Edward Obeng-Kenzo, who reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to supporting education and […]
Fourth Portland Cement Monitoring Committee launched to safeguard Ghana’s cement sector
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare (MP), has inaugurated the Fourth Portland Cement Monitoring Committee (PCMC IV) with a charge to members to safeguard the integrity of Ghana’s cement industry and ensure strict compliance with regulatory standards. The ceremony, held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at the […]
Fetish priest flees as anti-galamsey task force raids shrine along River Ankobra
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Western Regional Anti-Galamsey Task Force has reiterated its determination to clamp down on illegal mining, declaring that no amount of intimidation or black magic will deter its operations. This assurance followed a startling discovery on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, when a joint riverine operation involving the Western Regional National […]
Ghana launches bold nutrition drive to reach 90% child malnutrition treatment
By Jones Anlimah Ghana has launched a new phase of an ambitious national project aimed at expanding access to Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF) in a bid to save the lives of thousands of children suffering from severe malnutrition. The initiative, titled “Accelerating Access to Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods to Address Undernutrition through Sustainable Delivery Strategies,” is […]
11 deported African nationals sue Ghana for alleged unlawful detention; Court to hear application on September 23
By: Barbara Kumah The Labour Division of the High Court in Accra has set Tuesday, September 23, to hear two ex-parte applications from eleven West African nationals, who have sued the government of Ghana over their deportation from the United States, alleging unlawful detention. The two applications, includes an interim injunction seeking to stop their […]
Air India crash victims’ families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell
The families of four passengers who died on an Air India jet that crashed in June have filed a lawsuit in the US against planemaker Boeing and aircraft parts maker Honeywell, accusing the companies of negligence. The lawsuit filed Tuesday, and seen by the BBC, said faulty fuel switches caused the accident and accused the […]
