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, […]
OSP meets NCCE – The fight against corruption taken to another level
Corruption remains a deep-rooted canker that Ghana grapples with. It may just be in its last days as the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) and the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) join forces to tackle it head-on and nip it in the bud. This approach was revealed when the Special Prosecutor (SP), Mr. […]
Billionaire Trump backer warns of ‘economic nuclear winter’ over tariffs
A billionaire backer of Donald Trump has urged the US president to pause his recently announced trade tariffs, or risk “a self-induced, economic nuclear winter”. Amid market turmoil, hedge fund manager Bill Ackman said the president should take three months to allow countries to renegotiate their trading relationships with the US. On Monday, Mr Ackman’s […]
GACL apologizes for operational hitch at Kotoka International Airport
By Deborah Pofara Luu The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has issued an official apology to passengers affected by an operational hitch at the Kotoka International Airport’s Terminal 2 on Monday, April 7, 2025. The incident involved passengers on Passion Air flight 143 from Kumasi, who were temporarily unable to access the domestic arrival hall […]
Nigerian hairdresser sentenced to five years for trafficking women
The Achimota Circuit Court has sentenced Nicky Isabella, a 22-year-old hairdresser, to five years’ imprisonment for trafficking two young Nigerian women to Ghana. Isabella, popularly known as Bella, lured the victims to Ghana under the pretext of offering jobs but forced them into prostitution upon arrival. She was convicted after a full trial presided over […]
Zimbabwe to scrap tariffs on US goods as it faces 18% Trump levy
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced he will suspend tariffs on goods imported from the US in an attempt to build a “positive relationship” with President Donald Trump’s administration. The move comes days after Trump imposed 18% tariffs on Zimbabwean exports to the US. “This measure is intended to facilitate the expansion of American imports […]
Ayorkor Botchwey pays courtesy call on King Charles
Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, the new Commonwealth Secretary-General, has paid a courtesy call on King Charles, the Head of the Commonwealth, at Windsor Castle in London. Madam Botchwey, former Ghanaian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, officially assumed office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth on April 1, 2025, pledging to advance the values of […]
