Nsawam female prison calls for support as Easter outreach highlights inmates’ needs
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Authorities at the Nsawam Female Prison in Nsawam are appealing for increased public support following an Easter outreach by the My Help Your Help Foundation, which brought relief items to inmates but also exposed persistent challenges facing the facility. The outreach, held under the theme “Behind Bars, But Not Bound,” […]
Millions of children at risk: Why childhood hearing loss must be prevented
Over 430 million people worldwide are living with disabling hearing loss including millions of children. But, there is hope as experts believe up to 60% of hearing loss in children is preventable. When hearing loss goes unaddressed, it can quietly affect a child’s ability to communicate, develop speech, connect socially, build confidence, and succeed in […]
Pepsi withdraws as UK festival sponsor after Kanye West backlash
Pepsi has announced it is withdrawing as main sponsor of the Wireless Festival in London this summer after news that Kanye West is to headline the three-day event. The US rapper, now known as Ye, has drawn widespread criticism for antisemitic comments he made in recent years and for which he issued an apology in […]
President Mahama reaffirms Savannah Region development at Gonjaland Youth @50
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to the development of the Savannah Region, as he joined the Gonjaland Youth Association in Buipe to mark its 50th anniversary. Addressing participants at the ceremony, the President outlined key interventions in the education sector, including plans to establish STEM schools in Tinga and Busunu, expand […]
First batch of 100 buses arrive to ease transport challenges
A total of 100 newly procured 29-seater buses have arrived in Ghana as part of government efforts to address ongoing road transport challenges. The buses are the first batch of a planned 300 vehicles intended to improve public transportation and ease commuting difficulties across the country. The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, announced […]
Ofori-Atta will respond appropriately if served by OSP- Lawyer Davies
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave A member of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team, Frank Davies has stated that his client will respond appropriately to charges if served by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). Lawyer Davies emphasized that Ofori Atta has not decided not to appear in Ghana to face charges, citing his […]
Trump warns Iran will live in ‘hell’ by Tuesday if Strait of Hormuz deadline missed
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent United States President Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric against Iran on Sunday, promising a devastating military campaign if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened to international traffic by Tuesday. The President issued a series of blunt warnings via social media, specifically targeting Iran’s power grid and transportation […]
Trump says crew member from downed fighter jet ‘safe and sound’ after rescue in Iran
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A missing service member whose F-15 jet was shot down over Iran is now “SAFE and SOUND” after a United States forces rescue operation involving “dozens of aircraft,” President Donald Trump said early Sunday. The high-stakes extraction from the Iranian highlands concludes a frantic search-and-rescue mission that has […]
Vice President assures Akosombo spillage Victims of government support
By Rachel Quartey and Rukayatu Musah Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to provide relief and compensation to victims of the 2023 Akosombo Dam spillage. Speaking at the 2026 Torsogbeza Festival held in Sokpoe in the South Tongu District of the Volta Region, she acknowledged the continued hardships faced by affected […]
First Ladies of SWEDD+ countries to gather in Banjul to champion zero tolerance for gender-based violence
By Alex Adi From April 8–10, 2026, the First Ladies of SWEDD+ countries will gather in Banjul for a high-level forum dedicated to advancing a zero-tolerance approach to gender-based violence across West and Central Africa. Co-organised by the Government of The Gambia and ECOWAS, and held in close partnership with UNFPA, the World Bank, ECCAS, […]
Women’s Development Bank to be rolled out soon – Vice President
By: Sarah Baafi Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has assured that government’s much-anticipated Women’s Development Bank will soon be rolled out, marking a major step toward strengthening women’s economic empowerment across the country. Speaking during a courtesy call on Torgbui Sri III ahead of the Norvikporhbe Za Festival, the Vice President emphasized that while […]
‘Many people don’t understand climate change’ – RNP Foundation begins 1 million tree campaign
The RNP Foundation has launched an ambitious nationwide tree planting campaign, warning that a lack of public understanding of climate change remains a major challenge in Ghana. At the launch event in Keta on April 4, 2026, Programme Coordinator Raymond Setsoafia Avevor said many Ghanaians still do not fully grasp the impact of climate change, […]
RNP Foundation commissions water tank and launches tree planting drive in Keta
By Seli Baisie The RNP Foundation has commissioned a water storage tank and launched a major tree planting initiative in Keta Central as part of efforts to promote environmental sustainability and support local communities. The event, held on April 4, 2026, at Tamekloe Gardens, brought together traditional leaders, local authorities, educators, and residents, marking the […]
US rescues second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran
The rescue of the air man from the F-15E fighter jet was announced by Donald Trump in a late night social media post The second crew member of a downed F-15E fighter jet has been rescued by US commandos overnight, ending a dramatic two-day search after the warplane crashed in south-west Iran. The crew member, […]
