Hillary Clinton to appear before US House panel investigating Epstein
Hillary Clinton will appear on Thursday before a panel of the US House of Representatives that is investigating the crimes of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The former Democratic secretary of state and presidential candidate recently agreed, along with her husband, former President Bill Clinton, to testify to the House Oversight Committee. Both had previously […]
Ghana, Austria deepen security and economic cooperation amid regional instability
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana and Austria are expanding cooperation in peacekeeping, military training and sustainable development as both countries respond to evolving security threats and seek to unlock new economic opportunities in West Africa. This emerged at the opening of the Second Session of the Ghana–Austria Political Consultations held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]
Frimpong-Manso Institute demands end to galamsey impunity to protect rivers and public health
The Frimpong-Manso Institute (FMI) is calling for urgent and coordinated action to end what it describes as persistent impunity surrounding illegal small-scale mining, commonly known as galamsey. FMI warns that continued environmental destruction is threatening water security, public health and livelihoods. In a press statement, the Institute expressed alarm that illegal mining activities continue to […]
38 fishermen rescued after armed sea robbery attack at Senya Breku
By: Ashiadey Dotse Thirty-eight fishermen have been rescued after they were attacked and robbed at sea near Senya Breku in the Central Region. The fishermen, who were travelling in two locally made canoes, were brought safely to shore by a joint rescue team made up of the Marine Police and the National Disaster Management Organisation […]
WAEC releases 2025 WASSCE private candidates’ result
By Ashiadey Dotse The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the provisional results of candidates who sat for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates, Second Series. A total of 41,767 candidates took part in the examination. Out of this number, 20,036 were males and 24,501 were females. The […]
Lupita Nyong’o launches uterine fibroids research campaign after tumour recurrence
By Seli Baisie Oscar-winning wining actress Lupita Nyong’o says her uterine fibroids have returned, with multiple new growths causing persistent pain. She is now collaborating with the Foundation for Women’s Health to support research into less invasive treatment options and improve care for women affected by the condition. Speaking in an interview on the TODAY […]
Earth’s heat to power 10,000 homes in renewable energy first for UK
The UK’s first geothermal power plant has been turned on, providing a completely new type of renewable electricity using hot water from underground. On Thursday morning, the Cornish plant will be switched on after nearly two decades in development which required Geothermal Engineering Ltd (GEL) to drill the deepest on-shore well in the UK. The […]
Public Utilities Regulatory Commission summons ECG over fast depletion of prepaid units
By Ashiadey Dotse The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has called an emergency meeting with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) following widespread complaints that prepaid electricity units are running out faster than expected. The Commission said it took the decision after receiving several public complaints and media reports about the rapid depletion of prepaid […]
Gunmen attack fishermen at Senya Breku, seize outboard motors at sea
By; Ashiadey Dotse Many fishermen at Senya Breku in the Central Region have been attacked by armed men who seized their outboard motors and generator sets, leaving them stranded at sea. The incident happened in the early hours of Thursday, February 26, when the fishermen were returning to shore after a night of fishing. Reports […]
Pope Leo to visit four African countries in April
Pope Leo XIV will begin a 10-day visit to four African countries on 13 April, marking his first pastoral trip to the continent, the Vatican has announced. He will travel to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. In Cameroon, the Pope will visit the capital Yaoundé, the economic hub Douala, and the Anglophone city of […]
Nigeria to hold inquest into death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s toddler
An inquest into the death of Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s 21-month-old son will formally begin on 14 April. The date was set during a preliminary hearing at the Yaba Magistrate Court in Lagos, roughly seven weeks after Nkanu Nnamdi Esege died at a Euracare hospital. Adiche and her family have accused Euracare of negligence, […]
Tiwa Savage partners Berklee to train 100 young Nigerian music creators
By Ashiadey Dotse Global Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage has announced a new partnership with Berklee College of Music to train 100 emerging musicians and music professionals in Nigeria. The 46-year-old singer is launching the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation to support young African creatives. The foundation’s first major project, titled Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive […]
GoldBod, Lands Ministry to lead land restoration in mining areas – Finance Minister
By Magdalene Andoh The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is partnering with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to strengthen land reclamation efforts in mining areas across the country. Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson announced that the partnership aims to promote sustainable mining practices and formalise Ghana’s gold business sector. The initiative forms part of […]
Transparency key to fighting corruption – NCCE Chairperson
BY: GODFRED ANKU KAALI A Regional Dialogue on the Rule of Law and the Fight Against Corruption has been held in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital, with a call on public institutions to remain open, responsive, and accountable to the people they serve. The event, organised by the National Commission for Civic Educatio (NCCE), brought […]
