Ghana Military Helicopter Crash Prompts Soul-Searching, Reveals Miraculous Escapes
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent An air of solemnity hangs heavy over Ghana as the nation grapples with the loss of eight lives, including two senior cabinet ministers, in a devastating military helicopter crash. This tragedy has not only plunged the country into a three-day period of national mourning but has also brought […]
Helicopter Crash: It’s a national tragedy — NPP, Minority
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep sorrow following the tragic military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of all eight persons onboard. It described the incident as a national tragedy and extended heartfelt sympathies to the families of the deceased. “The New Patriotic Party is reeling with sorrow and grief following the tragic […]
Ghana doubles down on vaccine manufacturing ambitions, President pledges additional funds
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Ministry of Health led by its Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akando, in partnership with the National Vaccine Institute (NVI) and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), convened the Ghana Vaccine Manufacturing Investment Forum, signaling a renewed commitment to establishing Ghana as a regional hub for vaccine production. President of the Republic […]
BoG postpones Cedi@60 launch over helicopter tragedy
By Ashiadey Dotse The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced that the national launch of the Cedi@60 anniversary, which was scheduled to take place on Friday, 8 August 2025, has been postponed until further notice. The decision was made following the tragic death of two ministers of state and six others in a helicopter crash […]
