School girls in Mankessim vaccinated against HPV
By : Joyce Anim- Ayekoo As part of the government’s efforts to fight cervical cancer,Sanford Health Ghana together with the World Shoe and Samaritan Feet, on Tuesday, March 3, organized a vaccination campaign against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) for about 370 schoolgirls between the ages of nine to 14, at Mankessim, in the Central Region. Each girl received a shoe from Samaritan Feet, which is the charity wing […]
Afenyo-Markin apologises to Interior Minister; Privileges referral withdrawn
BY VALENTIA TETTEH The Minority Leader in Parliament, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has apologised to the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, over allegations of fraud in the ongoing security services recruitment process. The apology follows a directive by the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, who had earlier referred the Minority Leader to the […]
US Embassy in Ghana releases more than 2,000 visa appointment slots for short-term travel
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The United States Embassy in Accra has announced the release of more than 2,000 visa appointment slots over the next two weeks. This initiative targets applicants seeking B1 and B2 visas for short-term travel to the United States, offering a significant opportunity for travellers planning visits to the […]
We deserve a normal life,’ Iranians say, as US says it will strike deeper into country
BBC Persian has been hearing from Iranians, as the country continues to be targeted by US and Israeli strikes. Sajad says most shops are closed, food prices have gone up, and the streets are very quiet. While people are “anxious and stressed”, the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has made him “more hopeful about […]
Ghana to plant 30 million trees under ‘One Child, One Tree’ policy- Lands Minister
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced plans to plant over 30 million trees this year, replicating last year’s effort as part of the government’s commitment to forest conservation, protection of medicinal heritage, and building sustainable livelihoods. Speaking at the 2026 World Wildlife Day celebration on […]
UK blocks study visas for four countries as government tightens border controls
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The British government has announced an unprecedented “emergency brake” on its immigration system, blocking study visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, that the move is a direct response to a drastic spike in asylum claims […]
Reference rate for bank lending drops to 11.71%
The Ghana Reference Rate (GRR) has declined to 11.71% for March 2026, down from 14.58% in February, marking one of the steepest month-on-month reductions in the benchmark used by banks to price loans. In a notice issued by the Ghana Association of Banks, the new rate takes effect from March 4, 2026. The GRR serves […]
Burkina Faso tomato tensions: Tema traders call for dam construction
By Yvette Adu Effisah Some traders at Tema Community One Market are appealing to the government to prioritise the construction of dams to support dry-season farming. According to the traders, recurring tomato shortages and price hikes could be addressed if farmers are supported with reliable irrigation systems. They argue that dam construction would ensure year-round […]
UWR: Kojokperi Traditional Council bans illicit hunting
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludu The Kojokperi Traditional Council has taken a bold step to protect the environment by banning illicit hunting in the traditional area. The move is to counter the alarming rate of wildlife depletion in the Kojokperi enclave. The Chief of Duang, Kuoro Sumaila Tambogikuon, who read the statement on behalf of the Paramount […]
Denmark becomes first country in the European Union to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis
The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Denmark for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis, recognizing the country’s sustained commitment to ensuring every child is born free of these infections. “The elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis marks a major public health achievement for Denmark,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom […]
Dabala hosts 21st Inter-District U-13 Boys Soccer Championship.
By Tilda Acorlor The 21st Annual Basic Schools Inter-District Milo Under-13 Soccer Boys Championship is underway in Dabala, in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region. The event, themed “Identifying Talents and Shaping Champions for Tomorrow,” brought together young football talents from across the eighteen (18) districts of the Volta Region, showing their skills […]
Ghana’s inflation drops to 3.3% from 3.8% in February 2026, lowest since 2021
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ghana Statistical Service has announced that Ghana’s year-on-year inflation rate dropped to 3.3% from 3.8% in February 2026. According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released by the Service, inflation declined from 3.8 percent in January 2026 to 3.3% in February 2026. This marks a sharp fall compared to […]
EPA Intercepts additional 1,070 Chanfang machines at Tema Port
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Management of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) says it has intercepted 1,070 additional Chanfang machines concealed in separate containers at the Tema Port on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. EPA officials describe the scale of the latest interception as alarming, particularly as the machines were reportedly bound for mining districts across the country. […]
Ghana and St. Kitts and Nevis strengthen historic ties
By: Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has warmly welcomed the Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew, describing his visit as a symbolic “return home.” Prime Minister Drew, who is on a five-day official visit to Ghana, has already called on the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana […]
