Iran fires missiles at Israel and Gulf states after Trump threatens to return regime to ‘stone ages’
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Iran launched fresh missile attacks against Israel and its Gulf neighbors Thursday, a defiant military escalation following U.S. President Donald Trump’s national address where he vowed to end the war within weeks by hitting Tehran “extremely hard.” By targeting Kuwaiti infrastructure and Israeli territory just moments after the […]
Mahama calls for stronger intra-African trade
By Diana Adjei President John Dramani Mahama has hosted the President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa, at the Peduase Lodge in the Eastern Region, where he stressed the urgent need for African countries to strengthen intra-African trade, investment and cooperation. The meeting formed part of efforts to deepen bilateral relations between Ghana and Zimbabwe, while promoting […]
Walid Regragui distances himself from Black Stars head coach role
By Kwame Bediako Former Morocco coach Walid Regragui has distanced himself from Ghana’s vacant coaching job, with sources confirming that he has no interest in taking over the Black Stars. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is searching for a new head coach after sacking Otto Addo on Monday, 31 March 2026, following a 5‑1 loss […]
Government to establish new college of education in Ezinlibo – Jomoro MP
By Valentia Tetteh The Deputy Minister for Transport and Member of Parliament for the Jomoro Constituency, Dorcas Toffey, has welcomed plans by the government to establish a new College of Education at Ezinlibo in the Western Region. The announcement was made by the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, during the inauguration of the governing council […]
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 […]
13 killed, 57 injured in explosions at Burundi military ammunition depot
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A catastrophic fire at a Burundi National Defence Force ammunition depot in Bujumbura has left 13 people dead and 57 others injured. The incident began late Tuesday in the Musaga suburb. Massive explosions followed a fire triggered by an electrical short circuit. Army spokesperson General Gaspard Baratuza confirmed […]
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 […]
Ghana Red Cross Society appeal for support
By Rachel Kakraba and Abigail Nyahe The Ghana Red Cross Society is calling on more benevolent organizations and individuals to come on board and support its humanitarian operations across the country. The Society says while it continues to respond to emergencies and provide essential aid to vulnerable communities, support from individuals has not been sufficient to meet […]
Hajia Farida, Alhaji Sule step in to save child with heart condition
By Magdalene Andoh Hajia Farida, wife of the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso North, Yussif Issaka Jajah, together with Alhaji Sule of SAC Energy, has spearheaded a life-saving intervention for a two-year-old girl in urgent need of heart surgery. Little Hibbah, who has been battling a congenital heart condition, commonly known as a “hole in […]
AGI calls for effective stakeholder consultation in tax policy reforms
By Rachel Quartey & Valentia Tetteh Members of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) have called on the government to prioritise effective stakeholder consultation in the formulation and implementation of tax policies to enhance compliance and improve economic outcomes. The call was made during an engagement with the Minority Caucus in Parliament, led by Minority […]
Food and Agriculture Minister ensures adequate tomato supply with 3,000 tonnes
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Minister for Food and Agriculture, Mr. Eric Opoku has reiterated his commitment to ensuring the Ghanaian market has adequate tomato supply by reaching an agreement with Maphix farms to supply 3,000 tonnes of tomatoes. Maphlix Farms, located at Dawhenya in the Greater Accra Region, is set to supply 3,000 tonnes of […]
BECE candidates to select SHS after results are out – Education Minister
By Amoako Kwame Government has introduced a significant policy shift for the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). Under the new guidelines, BECE candidates will now select their preferred Senior High Schools only after their examination results have been released rather than before the examinations. According to the Education Minister, this move aims to […]
