Two men attacked over alleged same-sex relationship at Sabon Zango in Kumasi
Two men were left in critical condition after a brutal attack at Sabon Zango, Kumasi, on October 16, 2021, amid allegations of being in a same-sex relationship. The victims, identified as Shaibu Inuwa, a photographer for the online news outlet Fernil News, and his alleged partner, Ziawl-haq, were reportedly assaulted by community members who accused […]
Stand-up Comedy vs Comic Acting – Willie Chembez
By Alice Dzorgbenyuie Comic Actor William Odartei Lamptey popularly known as Willie Chembez has explained while on the GTV Breakfast Show on October 15, 2021, that there is difference between a stand-up comedy and a comic acting. He went on to explain that comic acting involves characters in action in a storyline whilst stand-up comedy […]
Philanthropist provides access to clean water for 2 basic schools in Juaben
By Razak Baba A Philanthropist, Sheikh Alhassan Ali Usman has responded to appeals from pupils of 2 Schools in the Juaben Municipality of Ashanti to provide their institutions with mechanized boreholes. The mechanized boreholes are to help reduce health issues associated with drinking unclean water, and also save time and resources involved in searching for […]
Ejura Traditional Council advocates speedy implementation of Committee’s Report on recent skirmishes
By Razak Baba The Ejura Traditional Council has expressed satisfaction with the recommendations of the 3-member Committee set up by the government to investigate recent disturbances that led to recent deaths at Ejura in the Ashanti Region. It has however urged the government to speed up implementation of the recommendations in furtherance of ensuring peace […]
Police arrest 5 suspected armed robbers at Anlo Afiadenyigba in Volta Region
By Bubu Klinogo The Police have arrested 6 suspected armed robbers at Anlo Afiadenyigba in the Volta Region. The robbers attacked the residence of a businessman, Azi Ganyo popularly known as Sadaco, who is a close friend of the MP for Keta, Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey. Report says the MP was with the businessman in his […]
GBC’s Oforiwa Darko is “Most Impactful/ Best WASH Awareness Reporter”
GBC News’ Oforiwa Darko has received an award for the “Most Impactful/ Best WASH -Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Awareness Reporter” of the Reducing Inequities in Health Care Awards (RIHCA2021) under the USAID – US Agency for International Development People for Health (P4H) project. It was organized by Penplusbytes and its partners; SEND GHANA and Ghana […]
Atuabo Gas Plant in W/R to shut down for maintenance from Sunday
The Atuabo Gas Processing Plant in the Western Region will be shut down from tomorrow for scheduled maintenance. The Ghana National Gas Company in a statement said the scheduled temporary shutdown, which will last between October 4 and 18, will allow engineers to undertake a routine maintenance of the Atuabo Plant to improve its capacity […]
15 Tutors of Bueman SHS recognized for producing students with distinction in 2020 WASSCE
By Elorm Yao Aryee Management of Bueman Senior High School (BUSEC) in the Jasikan Municipality of the Oti Region has rewarded 15 tutors whose subjects’ students passed with distinction in the 2020 WASSCE. The recognition was to motivate other tutors of the school to deliver to position the school among the 1st Grade Second Cycle […]
New refinery to process mineral resources in Ashanti; Asantehene elated
By Nicholas Osei Wusu The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, has expressed excitement that the government has eventually found a partner to mine the bauxite deposit within the Nyinahin-Mpasaao enclave in the Ashanti region. He says he is particularly satisfied that the bauxite will not just be mined but more importantly, a refinery is also to […]
Ensure judicious use of IGF; Health Minister to New Board, Ho Teaching Hospital
By Hannah Dadzie The Minister of Health Kwaku Agyemang Manu hasb indicated that the government is bent on mobilizing resources to make Ho Teaching Hospital one of the best teaching hospitals in Ghana. Speaking at a ceremony to inaugurate an 11-member Board of the hospital, Mr Agyeman-Manu commended the hospital for working assiduously in managing […]
National Pension Regulatory Authority targets 40% enrolment of informal sector workers by 2026
By Sammuel Ayammah The National Pensions Regulatory Authority, NPRA, has bemoaned the low percentage of the working population enrolled on a pension scheme. In view of this, the Authority is rolling out strategies to encourage more people, especially, informal sector workers to prioritize pension issues. One of such strategies is the regional pension learning alliance […]
Ghana marks World Tourism Day urging more investment in sector
By: Elorm Yao Aryee The Volta Regional Minister, Dr Archibald Letsa has called on indigenous and local and foreign investors to partner the Regional Coordinating Council in its drive to put the region on the world map as one of the best places for tourism. He said despite being home to numerous tourist sites and […]
Chief of Asokwa urges approval of MCE
By: By Nichols Osei Wusu. The chief of Asokwa, Nana Fe-Bamoah, has impressed upon members of the Asokwa Municipal Assembly in the Ashanti region to endorse the President’s Nominee for the Municipal Chief Executive of the area. According to the chief, he has personally begun efforts from the traditional leadership’s side to get the Assembly […]
Ghanaian LGBTQ+ activist narrowly escapes fatal attack
Ghanaian LGBTQ+ activist Radia Sambare has reportedly been assaulted by local residents in Olebu, a suburb of Accra, following her involvement with a 19-year-old. Witnesses say she suffered severe head injuries after being struck with various objects during the attack on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Ghana continues to experience high levels of violence against LGBTQ+ […]
