Call Fire Service first if you see a snake in your room – GNFS
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is urging the public to contact the Service when a snake enters their room, stating that it is well equipped to handle such situations. Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, DO II Desmond Ackah, said the Service should be the first point of contact in […]
Trump vows to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’ in coming weeks as Israel intensifies strikes in Lebanon
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday night warned that the U.S. is getting “very close” to finishing its objectives in Iran, signaling a final push in the month-long conflict. During a 20-minute address from the Cross Hall of the White House at 01:00 GMT—his first major primetime […]
Some mothers delay treatment for autistic children- Selasie Esezobor
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Chief Executive Officer and Clinical Director of the Behaviour Hub, Madam Selasie Esezobor, has identified factors contributing to delays in the treatment of autistic children in Ghana. According to her, some mothers unintentionally delay seeking medical care, opting instead for prayer camps, herbalists or spiritualists. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast […]
Price of sachet water to rise to GH¢15 per bag from April 6
By Ashiadey Dotse Sachet water across Ghana will see a price increase from Monday, April 6, 2026, following a new directive by the National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP). In a statement issued on Thursday, April 2, 2026, the association said the adjustment is due to a global shortage of polymers and […]
GEA calls for legislation to align university education with Ghana’s development needs
By Rachel Quartey & Valentia Tetteh The Ghana Employers Association (GEA) has called on Parliament to enact legislation that will align university education with Ghana’s development priorities. The President of the GEA, Nana Dr. E. Adu-Sarkodee Afriyie, said the current structure of tertiary education is not producing graduates with the skills required to drive national […]
GPRTU gives government 48-hour ultimatum to scrap fuel taxes
By Amoako Kwame The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has given the government a 48-hour ultimatum to scrap fuel taxes, warning that failure to do so may lead to a nationwide increase in transport fares. According to the union, commercial drivers are struggling with unsustainable operational costs, including high fuel prices, expensive spare parts, […]
PAC summons officials over GH₵8.2 million ‘Toilet for All’ project
By Ashiadey Dotse The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has summoned two officials over claims involving GH₵8.2 million meant for the construction of household toilets under the government’s “Toilet for All” project. The officials, Bright Oduro Kwarteng and Theophilus Okine, are expected to appear before the Committee to explain the circumstances surrounding the funds, […]
DR Congo declares national holiday after qualifying for World Cup for first time in 52 years
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Democratic Republic of Congo has declared Wednesday a national holiday to celebrate qualifying for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in over half a century. This official day of rest follows a historic victory that ends a 52-year drought for the central African nation. The […]
Lands Minister assures workers of no job losses in Damang takeover
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has assured workers at the Damang Mine that no jobs will be lost during the planned takeover of the facility. He said all existing contracts will be honoured and no staff will be displaced as ownership of the mine changes. Speaking during […]
EPA’s expanded mandate incorporates climate change
By Rachel Kakraba The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) says its regulatory framework has been broadened to include climate change considerations, in addition to the traditional environmental impact assessments required before granting permits for development projects. The move, it says, promotes responsible development while safeguarding ecosystems and supporting Ghana’s commitment to climate resilience and environmental sustainability. […]
Ghana moves to consolidate 123-nation coalition on reparations
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana is taking steps to strengthen the international coalition that supported the United Nations resolution on slavery, as it prepares for the next phase of the reparations agenda. Addressing the media, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed that President John Dramani Mahama has personally written to leaders of all 123 countries that […]
Iran, Houthis launch fresh attacks on US allies as Trump signals war could end in weeks
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Middle East conflict entered its 33rd day on Wednesday amid a sharp disconnect between a bullish United States exit timeline and a widening regional conflagration. While President Donald Trump signaled that the United States could conclude military operations within weeks, Iranian officials countered with warnings of a […]
Megan Thee Stallion taken to hospital during Moulin Rouge performance
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion had to be taken to hospital mid-way through her performance of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, in New York on Tuesday night, her representative has confirmed. “Megan started feeling very ill and was promptly transported to a local hospital, where her symptoms are currently being evaluated,” the spokesperson told US media outlets. […]
Divorced couples in Japan can now share custody of their children
Divorced couples in Japan are now allowed to share custody of their children, after a landmark revision to Japan’s Civil Code took effect on Wednesday. Before the amendment was approved by parliament in 2024, Japan was the only G7 country that did not recognise the legal concept of joint custody. Custody was typically granted to […]
