Rwandan Ambassador pays courtesy call on Foreign Affairs Minister
By Hannah Dadzie The Ambassador of Rwanda to Ghana, Her Excellency Rosemary Mbabazi, has paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The meeting took place on Monday, April 7, 2025, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Discussions between the two dignitaries centred on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors, […]
Black Queens suffer 1-0 defeat to Senegal after first leg win
By Kwame Bediako Black Queens suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Senegal in their second match against them in the last four days. Despite winning the first game 1-0, the Queens were unable to replicate their form this time around, as Senegal proved to be a tough opponent. The Senegalese team did not allow any […]
C/R: Three Chinese nationals and two Ghanaians arrested for illegal mining in Assin North
By Kwame Owusu Asante Shadrack The Central North Regional Police Command’s Anti-Galamsey Taskforce has arrested five individuals, including three Chinese nationals and two Ghanaians, for engaging in illegal mining activities along River Fum in Assin Ayitey, near Assin Akonfudi, a farming community in the Assin North District of the Central Region. The arrested suspects are: […]
Sports Ministry sets up seven member committee to investigate death of Nigerian boxer
By Kwame Bediako The Ministry of Sports and Recreation, under the leadership of Kofi Adams, has inaugurated a seven-member Committee of Enquiry. This committee has been established to investigate the unfortunate death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, who collapsed during a match at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra on March 29, 2025, and […]
GAVI engages with Ghana’s Health Ministry to enhance vaccine support
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI) recently convened with officials from Ghana’s Ministry of Health to discuss its ongoing initiatives within the country’s healthcare framework. The visit also aimed to outline GAVI’s objectives for 2025 while evaluating the progress made in previous years. Chief Director of the Ministry of Health, […]
Morocco’s Health Minister visits Ghana to foster healthcare collaboration
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Minister for Health and Social Protection of Morocco, Mr. Amine Tahraoui, recently visited Ghana’s Health Minister, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, to exchange knowledge and experiences aimed at enhancing healthcare systems in both nations. During their meeting, Mr. Amine pointed out notable similarities between the health sectors of Morocco and Ghana, particularly […]
South Sudan to accept man deported from US in bid to defuse visa row
South Sudan has said it will now allow the entry of a man deported from the US, in a dramatic climb down aimed at defusing a visa row between the two countries. On Saturday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the US would be revoking US visas for all South Sudanese. He said it […]
Dr. Archibald Letsa: A journey of medical expertise, business acumen, and political leadership
By Kafui Dey Dr. Archibald Letsa’s life story is an inspiring tale of perseverance, adaptability, and a deep commitment to his community. From childhood to becoming a prominent doctor, entrepreneur, and regional political leader, his journey is a testament to the power of hard work, integrity, and a strong sense of duty. Early Challenges and […]
Suspend Chief Justice if there’s enough evidence – Ansa-Asare tells Mahama
By Ashiadey Dotse The former Director of the Ghana School of Law, Kwaku Ansa-Asare, says President Mahama must suspend Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo if there is enough reason to do so under the law.Speaking in an interview, Mr. Ansa-Asare said that if a “prima facie” case — meaning a case with enough basic evidence — […]
AMA prioritizes pedestrian safety on walkways, ejects traders selling on pavements
By Jacob Aggrey For many years, pedestrian safety has been a major problem in the Central Business District (CBD), as many traders continued to ply their trade on pavements and the shoulders of the road. This posed serious dangers to pedestrians who used the pavements to enter the markets. However, today on the 8th April, […]
Tema-Aflao road project resumes after 15-month break
By Ashiadey Dotse Work on the Tema-Aflao road has resumed after being on hold for 15 months. The construction company, BHM International Construction (UK) Ltd, returned to the site on Monday, April 7, 2025.According to graphic online, the project, which costs $105 million, is being paid for with a loan from the United Kingdom. It […]
Nicki Minaj named greatest female rapper of all time by Billboard
By Seli Baisie Nicki Minaj has been named the greatest female rapper of all time by Billboard. The 42-year-old rapper, who was born in Trinidad and Tobago and raised in New York, topped the list released by Billboard’s editorial team. The list celebrates the most influential women in hip-hop history. Minaj came ahead of music […]
Czech President Petr Pavel begins historic visit to Ghana today
Czech President Petr Pavel is expected in Ghana today (April 8, 2025) for a two-day official visit, marking the first time in over six decades that a Czech or Czechoslovak head of state has visited the West African nation. The visit is expected to deepen diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two countries. President Pavel, […]
Major Opioid bust: Health Ministry destroys Illicit drugs in bold move against Crisis
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah Ghana’s Ministry of Health has taken a decisive stance against the opioid crisis, destroying a massive consignment of illicit opioid-containing drugs valued at GH₵20 million. The destroyed shipment, which included 128 boxes of Tafrodol, 92 boxes of Timaking Tapertado, and 10 boxes of Rahol Tapentadol, posed significant risks to public health, […]
