Low Voltage in Ho: ECG Blames GRIDCo, Assures Customers of Resolution by April 22
By Jones Anlimah Residents and businesses in the Ho Municipality of the Volta Region have been grappling with persistent low voltage and frequent power outages, particularly during evening hours. The situation has sparked anger among affected customers, with some threatening legal action against the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) over potential damage to their electrical […]
Environmental Protection Authority halts illegal mortuary project by the Transitions Funeral Home
By Gifty Adjei Once known for its calm and close-knit atmosphere, the Haatso Atomic Gate community in Accra has watched its peace slowly fade. In 2017, the arrival of Transitions Funeral Home brought with it growing unease—one that would soon become daily distress. For years, residents say they’ve lived with the unbearable: foul smells, constant […]
Asantehene to resume mediation of Bawku conflict
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, is to resume mediation of the Bawku chieftaincy conflict from the 28th of this month to 1st May. This follows an agreement among all the parties. A statement from the Manhyia Palace is calling for the cooperation of all the parties concerned to help find a lasting […]
Ex-MP Craig Williams among 15 charged with betting offences
By Sarah Baafi Fifteen individuals, including former Conservative MP Craig Williams, have been charged by the UK Gambling Commission over alleged betting offences tied to the timing of the 2024 general election. The investigation centers on accusations of using confidential information, specifically advance knowledge of the election date, to gain an unfair advantage in betting […]
Conflict in Bawku should not delay works on road project – Regional Minister
By Peter Agengre Upper East Regional Minister Mr. Donatus Akamugri Atanga has assured the chiefs and people of the area that work on the Bolgatanga-Bawku-Pulmakom road project would be completed as soon as government releases funds for its development. He mentioned that workers would be given the necessary protection when they resume work, hence no […]
NEWS COMMENTARY ON China: An Ideal, Secure, and Promising Destination for Foreign Investors and the Need for Ghana to Leverage These Developments to Enhance Its Economic Infrastructure.
BY SAMUEL AYAMMAH, A JOURNALIST and 2024 PARTICIPANT OF THE CHINA INTERNATIONAL PRESS COMMUNICATION CENTRE, a platform for media from countries around the world, especially developing countries, to observe China and study development in the country. China’s growing openness to foreign investment and trade presents opportunities for Ghana. China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) could […]
Natural Resources Minister Commissions 453 Blue Water Guards, Charges Them to Uphold Professionalism
By Felix Cofie Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has commissioned 453 recruits under the Ministry’s Blue Water Guards initiative after four weeks of intensive training at the Naval Operating Base in Ezinlibo, Jomoro Municipality, Western Region. The newly trained guards, equipped with skills in surveillance, survival swimming, boat handling, and basic […]
Police gun down 4, 1 under guard at Bekwai Hospital
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Ashanti South Regional Police has shot and killed four persons suspected to be armed robbers on the wanted list. One other suspect who also sustained gunshot injuries is on admission at the Bekwai Municipal Hospital with one other Member of the gang on the run and being pursued by the Police. […]
2025 U-20 AFCON: Ghana to face Senegal, Central African Republic and DR Congo in Group C
By Kwame Bediako The Black Satellites, Ghana’s U-20 national team, have been drawn into Group C of the Total Energies AFCON Under 20 tournament. The team will face strong opponents like Senegal, Central African Republic and DR Congo on their group. This group promises to be highly competitive, with each team vying for a […]
Bus transporting Beposo Muslim Mission School catches fire but students safe.
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu All occupants of a bus, made up of students and teachers of the Muslim Mission Senior High School at Beposo in the Sekyere Central district of Ashanti were able to escape when the bus on which they were traveling caught fire. The students were returning to their school from a programme in […]
Mohammed Kassim confirmed as New DCE for Gomoa-West
By Nasrullah Ibn Mutawakil Mohammed Kassim has been overwhelmingly confirmed as the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Gomoa-West, securing 54 ‘Yes’ votes in a confirmation election held at the Gomoa-West District Assembly in Apam on Friday, April 12, 2025. The election, which drew support from 54 assembly members and government appointees, followed his nomination by […]
Customs Officer Cadets Pass Out: Veep Urges Graduands to be Ambassadors of Ghana
By Rachel Quartey & Rukayatu Musah Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has charged newly graduated customs officers to uphold discipline, integrity, and professionalism in their roles to drive economic transformation. Speaking at the Customs Academy in Kpetoe, Volta Region, Chief of Staff Alex Segbefia, representing Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, urged the new officer […]
EPA Boss Commits to Empowering Journalists Ahead of COP30 and SB Meetings
By Maltiti Sayida sadickThe Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced plans to deepen collaboration with the media as Ghana prepares for key international climate events, including the UNFCCC Subsidiary Body (SB) meetings in Bonn and the 30th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP30) in Brazil. This came to light when members of the Climate […]
Repatriating foreigners in illegal mining, fraud permitted by law – Interior Minister insists
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has insisted that the government’s decision to immediately deport foreigners complicit in environmental degradation and fraud does not breach any laws in Ghana. He explained that repatriation remains a lawful option available to the state in sanctioning such individuals. According to the Minister, […]
