Middle East tensions threaten Ghana’s fuel prices despite stable cedi
By: Sarah Baafi Ghana could face rising fuel prices and inflationary pressure as tensions in the Middle East escalate, even though the country’s currency remains relatively stable. Speaking on GTV’s breakfast show, Member of Parliament for Twifo-Atii Morkwaa, David T. D. Vondee, said the global conflict, particularly involving major powers like the United States of […]
Police launch ‘Red Maria’ taskforce to tackle crime in Northern Region
By Murtala Issah The Northern Regional Command of the Ghana Police Service has launched a new anti-crime taskforce, “Red Maria,” aimed at intensifying the fight against criminal activity, particularly in Tamale and its environs. The initiative, announced by the Northern Regional Commander, DCOP Wisdom Lavoe, comes in the wake of growing concerns over a potential […]
Trump muses over ‘taking Cuba’ as island’s power grid collapses after weeks of US oil blockade
Source: CNN US President Donald Trump mused over whether he would have the “honor of taking Cuba” on Monday, the same day the communist-run island’s electricity grid suffered its first nationwide collapse since the US effectively shut off the flow of oil to the country. “You know, all my life I’ve been hearing about United […]
Green for Change Ghana wins national award for empowering communities to adapt to climate change
Green for Change Ghana (GCG), a Ghanaian environmental non-governmental organization committed to working with communities to promote sustainable environmental practices, has been honored with the Outstanding Service in Empowering Communities for Climate Adaptation Award at the 2026 Ghana Development Awards, held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra on March 5, 2026. The […]
Too many widows on two wheels: Why Ghana’s new helmet standard is a one barrier against a deadly 19.4% surge in crashes
By: Rachel Kakraba Ghana ended 2025 in the grip of a deepening road safety crisis, as new data from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) reveals that motorcycle involvement in road crashes surged by a “whopping” 19.4 per cent over the last year. This spike has contributed to a devastating national toll as by the […]
Ghana’s Foreign Minister makes historic visit to Kyrgyzstan
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has marked a significant diplomatic milestone with an official visit to Kyrgyzstan by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the first African foreign minister to be formally hosted by the Central Asian nation. The visit, which took place in Bishkek, signals a strategic expansion of Ghana’s foreign policy focus […]
ADR gains momentum in Ghana with over 7,000 cases referred in 2025; Chief Justice advocates tech-driven justice delivery
By: Daniel Donkor The Chief Justice of Ghana, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has revealed that thousands of disputes across the country are increasingly being resolved through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), a trend he says reflects growing public trust in the system. Speaking at the official launch of ADR Week in Sunyani, the Chief Justice disclosed that 7,324 […]
Who are Ghana’s four new call-ups ahead of Austria, Germany friendlies? Everything you need to know
By: Belinda Nketia Head coach Otto Addo has handed first senior national team call-ups to four players ahead of Ghana’s friendlies against Austria and Germany, as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The friendlies are scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026, in Vienna against Austria, and Monday, March 30, 2026, in Stuttgart against Germany. Among the debutants is Marvin […]
Pupils of Anny Memorial International School receive dental screening
Dental health specialists are warning that preventable conditions such as tooth decay and gum disease remain among the most common health challenges affecting children, often linked to poor brushing habits and frequent consumption of sugary foods. To promote early screening and improve oral hygiene practices, dental professionals from Entrance University of Health Sciences organized an […]
Iran seeks to relocate World Cup matches to Mexico amid US security fears
By Kwame Bediako Iran‘s football federation is urgently negotiating with FIFA to shift its World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico, citing grave safety concerns for its players following recent US-Israel airstrikes on the country. Iranian football president Mehdi Taj announced the discussions on Monday, March 16, 2026, emphasizing that the team will […]
Otto Addo names Black Stars squad with four debutants for Austria, Germany friendlies
By Kwame Bediako Ghana head coach Otto Addo has named his Black Stars squad for crucial international friendlies against Austria and Germany this month, ramping up preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The matches, set for Vienna on March 27 and Stuttgart on March 30, blend familiar faces from qualifiers with fresh talent to […]
Two dead in Tema aircraft crash, GCAA confirms flight from Ho to Accra
A microlight aircraft crashed and caught fire near Oninku Drive School Park in Tema Community One on Monday March 16, 2026, killing both occupants on board, emergency services and the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) have confirmed. The aircraft, registered as 9G-ADV, was en route from Ho in the Volta Region to Accra, with an […]
Gov’t to procure 200MW battery storage to support electricity supply during peak demand at night
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has announced that the government plans to procure 200 megawatts (MW) of battery energy storage to bolster electricity supply during periods of peak demand at night, as part of efforts to expand Ghana’s green energy capacity. Speaking in Parliament on Monday, March […]
ECOWAS calls for restraint as Mano River border tensions rise
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Key highlights include: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially expressed concern regarding the escalating border tensions between Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone. The regional bloc is calling on all involved parties to exercise immediate restraint to prevent a wider security crisis. This diplomatic intervention […]
