WASH stakeholders advocate scale-up of WSUP models to meet SDG 6
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Stakeholders in the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector are calling for the integration of Water & Sanitation for Urban Population’s (WSUP) successful models into broader urban development programmes. They believe that embedding WSUP’s approaches into Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assembly (MMDA) development plans will help Ghana meet the Sustainable Development Goals, […]
Ghana’s social media crackdown echoes Somalia’s digital dilemma
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The seven-month prison sentence for David Kwodow Prah Afful, a Ghanaian TikToker who threatened to kill the President and other officials, isn’t just a local story. It reflects a mounting continental struggle: how African governments navigate the turbulent waters of a digital age where online platforms amplify citizen […]
Remain calm, opportunities coming – Asiedu Nketiah assures NDC supporters
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has urged party members to remain calm, disciplined and united as President John Dramani Mahama’s government gradually settles into office. Speaking in the Asuogyaman Constituency as part of a three-day “Thank You Tour,” Mr Nketiah addressed concerns from grassroots […]
Ablakwa pushes for tougher measures to end galamsey, cautions of a “suicidal” future if menace persists
By Hannah Dadzie Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has reiterated the government’s resolve to intensify the fight against illegal mining, warning that Ghana faces a “suicidal” future if the menace is not stopped. Speaking on Channel One TV’s Point of View, Mr. Ablakwa admitted that while some progress has been made, more decisive action […]
Jimmy Kimmel taken off air over Charlie Kirk comments
ABC has pulled late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off air indefinitely over comments he made about the shooting of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. “Jimmy Kimmel Live will be pre-empted indefinitely,” a spokesperson for the Disney-owned network said in a statement. Kimmel did not comment to the BBC as he emerged shortly afterwards from the television studio […]
Gender Minister calls for coordinated action to end gender-based violence
By Edith Atiaka Eshun The Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, says a coordinated approach is essential in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) and sexual harassment. She noted that domestic, sexual and gender-based violence is a grave violation of human rights that impedes Ghana’s development and undermines progress […]
Ghana to begin site studies for first nuclear power plant
By Mabel Adorkor Annang Ghana will soon commence detailed site characterization studies on two locations earmarked for the country’s first nuclear power plant. The exercise is expected to play a crucial role in determining the most suitable site, as Ghana pushes forward with plans to add nuclear power to its energy mix. Deputy Minister of […]
All ‘Big Push’ road projects to be built under 24-hour economy – Roads Minister
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Minister of Roads, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has announced that all projects under the “Big Push initiative” will be carried out within the framework of the government’s flagship 24-hour economy. “Under the Big Push, all the projects are going to be done under a 24-hour economy. Day and night, they have to […]
Wode Maya, Rocky Dawuni, Anita Erskine among five Ghanaians awarded diplomatic passports
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has issued diplomatic passports to five notable Ghanaians, recognising their contributions to promoting the country’s image abroad. The recipients are travel vlogger Wode Maya, Grammy-nominated reggae musician Rocky Dawuni, broadcaster Anita Erskine, visual artist Ibrahim Mahama and entrepreneur Dentaa Amoateng MBE. The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 17, […]
President not against calls for state of emergency on galamsey – Felix Kwakye Ofosu
By Abigail Kyeremah Owusu President John Dramani Mahama is not against calls for a state of emergency to fight illegal mining, also known as galamsey, but believes the measure must be taken at the right time, says the Minister in charge of Government Communications and presidential spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu. Speaking in a phone interview […]
GoldBod warns traders to stop dealing with NK Benark Enterprise
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has cautioned miners, traders and the general public to stop all gold transactions with NK Benark Enterprise. According to GoldBod, the licence of NK Benark Enterprise, a Tier 2 licensed gold buyer, has been suspended and all its trading shops across the country have been closed. The […]
Yellow eyes in newborns may signal jaundice- Midwife cautions mothers
By Joycelyn Tseyiboe Ama The Principal Midwifery Officer at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Felicia Martey Dodoo, has cautioned mothers to take neonatal care seriously, stressing that yellow eyes in babies within the first 28 days of life may be a sign of jaundice. She explained neonatal care as the special medical attention given to […]
Students clash with police during protest at Tamale Technical University
By Umaru Sanda Hamidu Students of Tamale Technical University (TaTU) on September 16, 2025, embarked on a demonstration on campus to protest what they described as the authorities’ failure to address their concerns. Their grievances included high increases in school fees, challenges with the student portal, poor maintenance of infrastructure and the non-release of funds […]
Black Princesses gear up for home and away U-20 World Cup qualifiers against Tunisia
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Black Princesses are preparing to tackle Tunisia in the second round of the U20 Women’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team has been rigorously training at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence as they set their sights on advancing further in the competition. The qualifiers mark a critical step for the […]
