Accra New Town building collapse: 2 confirmed dead, 14 rescued
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Two people have been confirmed dead and 14 others rescued following the collapse of a four-storey building at Accra New Town as search and rescue operations continue at the scene. The incident occurred at the premises of the Experimental D/A School, where the structure believed to be uncompleted and used […]
France detains two more suspects over foiled Paris Bank of America attack
French authorities have arrested two more suspects over a foiled attack on Bank of America’s Paris offices, the country’s anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office said on Sunday. “Two further individuals were taken into police custody last night as part of the investigation launched on March 28, 2026 into the offenses committed against Bank of America,” the prosecutor’s office said in […]
No Kings protests draw large crowds to rally against Donald Trump
Large protests against the Trump administration have taken place in cities across the US, marking the third iteration of No Kings rallies. Event organisers for Saturday’s protests estimate more than 8 million people attended to protest policies imposed by US President Donald Trump, including the Iran war, immigration enforcement and the rising cost of living. […]
Veep Joins Nana Mprah to mark Silver Jubilee
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman joined the people of Krachi in the Oti Region to celebrate a major traditional milestone. The occasion marked the Silver Jubilee of the Krachi Wura, who is celebrating 25 years on the stool. The grand durbar was filled with pomp and pageantry, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Krachi […]
Tottenham Target Roberto de Zerbi as Igor Tudor replacement
By Kwame Bediako Tottenham Hotspur are keeping tabs on Roberto de Zerbi to become their new permanent head coach as they pick up the pieces after the departure of Igor Tudor. The club confirmed Tudor’s exit by mutual consent after just 44 days in charge, a period that ended in a dismal 3‑0 defeat to […]
F1: Kimi Antonelli seizes championship lead with second straight win at Japanese GP
By Kwame Bediako Kimi Antonelli took his second Formula 1 victory in a row at the Japanese Grand Prix, moving into the lead of the world championship after a safety‑car‑aided pit stop swung the race in his favour. The 19‑year‑old Italian had not yet pitted when Oliver Bearman’s Haas crashed heavily, triggering a safety‑car period […]
14 killed, 23 injured in paramilitary drone strike in central Sudan
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The protracted conflict in Sudan reached a new level of brutality this weekend as paramilitary forces launched a lethal offensive on the strategic city of Dilling. At least 14 people died during the assault in the capital of South Kordofan province. The dead include five children and two […]
CAF expands Africa Cup of Nations to 28 teams, names Samson Adamu as interim general secretary
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has entered a period of administrative transition following the resignation of General Secretary Véron Mosengo-Omba. The organization confirmed the appointment of Samson Adamu of Nigeria as the interim General Secretary. This decision received formal approval from the CAF Executive Committee and Congress […]
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II commends government over GH¢46m KNUST Teaching Hospital Funding
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, has commended government for allocating funds for completion of phase one of the KNUST Teaching Hospital project. Government has set aside GH¢46mfor continuation of the hospital project meant to complement the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in the teaching of specialists health professionals and also provide […]
ECG reports widespread power outages amid severe weather across parts of Greater Accra
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A severe rainstorm has swept through the Greater Accra Region, leaving significant portions of Ghana’s capital and its surrounding areas in darkness. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) confirmed that the turbulent weather conditions resulted in multiple structural faults throughout the power grid. This sudden disruption has affected […]
Three districts in Accra consider bye-laws to curb lead pollution
By Joyce Gyekye Opinion leaders, health officials and key decision-makers have met in Accra to develop bye-laws to curb pollution from Used Acid Lead Batteries, ULABs in parts of the Greater Accra region, known as ULAB hotspots. The meeting involving District Directors of Health Services from Kpone-Katamanso, Shia Osudoku and Afienya follows alarming findings from […]
14 children rescued as floodwaters wreak havoc in Tema Manhean
Widespread flooding has hit parts of Tema Manhean following heavy rains that swept across sections of the Greater Accra Region in the early hours of Sunday, leaving residents stranded and properties submerged. The downpour, which began around 3 a.m., caused water levels to rise rapidly, severely affecting low-lying communities such as Waterland in Tema New […]
Heavy rainstorm triggers widespread power outages across parts of Greater Accra
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A severe rainstorm has swept through the Greater Accra Region, leaving significant portions of Ghana’s capital and its surrounding areas in darkness. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) confirmed that the turbulent weather conditions resulted in multiple structural faults throughout the power grid. This sudden disruption has affected […]
Trump calls Strait of Hormuz the ‘Strait of Trump’ as US, Israel war with Iran intensifies
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent President Donald Trump stirred international conversation Friday by referring to the Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump.” Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative in Miami, the president addressed the vital oil-shipping route currently at the center of a month-long military conflict with Iran. “Iran has to […]
