Ghana marks 68th Independence Day today
By Seli Baisie Ghana is commemorating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, 2025, under the theme “Reflect, Review, and Reset.” The central event is a ceremonial parade, which is currently underway at the forecourt of Jubilee House, the seat of government, marking a departure from previous large-scale celebrations due to economic considerations. Live […]
Calls for gender balance in media grow at Women Experts in Media Conference
By Gloria Anderson The Women Experts in Media Conference, organised by the Ghana Women Experts Project in collaboration with the British Academy and City St. George’s University, has reignited calls for greater representation of women in the media. The event, held in Accra, brought together academics, media professionals, and female experts to discuss the systemic […]
Ho Teaching Hospital inaugurates Stroke and Private Wards Unit
By Jones Anlimah The Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH) has inaugurated a new Stroke and Private Wards Unit, a significant addition aimed at improving specialized healthcare services in the Volta Region. The facility is expected to provide advanced care for stroke patients while also offering upgraded private ward services for individuals seeking enhanced comfort during their […]
Grammy winner Gramps Morgan heaps praises on King Paluta
Gramps Morgan, a member of the Grammy-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage, has praised Ghanaian sensational artiste King Paluta. The global superstar expressed his admiration for King Paluta’s recently released “Magic” visualizer, which has racked impressive streaming numbers. The song “Magic” from the “Give Time Some Time” album has received massive traction because of its unique […]
Tamale residents threaten protest over traffic light left faulty for six years
By Murtala Issah Residents of Tamale are calling on city authorities to urgently repair the long-faulty “Agric Traffic Light,” which has remained dysfunctional for six years. The intersection, crucial for both vehicular and pedestrian movement, has become a hotspot for accidents, with locals reporting at least two incidents daily—some resulting in severe injuries and fatalities. […]
Akwaaba Festival rolls out again from March 6
Culture enthusiasts in the nation’s capital are keenly looking forward to this year’s edition of the Akwaaba Festival, scheduled to happen from March 6 to March 8 at the National Theatre. Started in 2022, the festival, founded and directed by Joe Osae, has gradually become a trusted platform for showcasing Ghana’s rich and diverse cultural […]
Jay-Z sues woman who dropped rape claim against him
Jay-Z is suing a woman who in February withdrew her legal action accusing the rapper of rape. His defamation action claims she “voluntarily admitted” being pressured into making false claims in what it describes as an “evil conspiracy” to extort money and damage his reputation. The anonymous woman filed her legal action in October and […]
NSS Scandal: Gifty Oware-Mensah will avail herself to NIB – Afenyo-Markin
Minority Leader Mr. Alexander Afenyo-Markin has confirmed that Gifty Oware-Mensah, former Deputy Executive Director, National Service Authority (NSA), is prepared to meet with the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) over Scheme’s alleged scandal. Madam Oware-Mensah, along with other former NSA directors, has been accused of adding over 80,000 ghost names to the Authority’s payroll. The NIB […]
Ghana receives $2.8 million crop insurance premium for farmers
Ghana has received a $2.8 million crop insurance premium, part of which will be distributed to smallholder farmers in northern and southern Ghana affected by the 2024 dry spells. A portion of the fund will also be used to cover premiums for flood-related damages in Kumasi, Accra, and Takoradi. A highly placed source at the […]
Gold smuggling and revenue loss: Can the Ghana Gold Board fix it?
By Ephraim Ofori Numosuor, Financial Economist | Research & Policy Analyst Ghana is the leading gold producer in Africa and one of the top gold exporters in the world. However, despite this status, the country continues to lose billions of dollars annually due to illicit gold trade and smuggling. The government has long struggled to […]
Kumasi Zoo conducts medical screening for endangered monkeys
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu A health screening exercise has been organized for some monkeys, particularly primates, at the Kumasi Zoo. The animals were screened for diseases such as tuberculosis, pathogens, and viral infections to enable the zoo’s management to take appropriate steps to protect both the animals and humans from potential infections. The World Health Organization […]
Black Damsels thrash Malta 8-1 in UEFA U16 Development Tournament opener
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s U-16 female side, the Black Damsels, made an emphatic statement in their opening game of the UEFA Development tournament, thrashing Malta’s U-16 side 8-1 at the Centenary Stadium, Ta’ Qali-Attard. The one-sided encounter saw Joe Nana Adarkwa’s side dominate from start to finish, with Seidatu Wahab opening the scoring in the […]
None of Agenda 111 hospitals operational – Health Minister
The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has observed that some Agenda 111 hospital projects inaugurated by the erstwhile government are still under construction, emphasizing that none of the 111 facilities is completed at the moment. He said upon inspection, it was evident that construction was still ongoing; hence, the hospitals were not yet operational […]
Dolly Parton’s husband, Carl Dean, dies aged 82
Carl Dean, the longtime husband of country music icon Dolly Parton, died on Monday at the age of 82. Dean, who was famously private throughout his nearly 60-year marriage to Parton, died in Nashville, Tennessee, according to a statement she posted on social media. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together. Words can’t do […]
