Ghana’s jury system is outdated; assessors are needed – Justice Mensah
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH One of the seven justices nominated by President John Dramani Mahama to serve on Ghana’s Apex court, the Supreme Court (SC), Justice Philip Bright Mensah says the country’s jury system is outdated. According to him, there should be a complete overhaul, while new assessors are also needed to strengthen that outfit. Answering […]
NSA rolls out digital reforms, tightens checks for 2025/2026 enrollment
By Belinda Nketia The National Service Authority (NSA) in a press release on 17th June 2025, has introduced new security protocols and cracked down on unaccredited institutions in its 2025/2026 national service rollout. Of the 135,990 students submitted by tertiary institutions, 3,597 were rejected because their schools lacked accreditation from the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC). The NSA says these institutions […]
Volta Regional Minister tours Ketu South, pledges to deliver key infrastructure projects
By: Jones Anlimah The Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, has reiterated the government’s commitment to delivering on key development promises in the Ketu South Municipality during a working visit. The tour formed part of the minister’s broader regional engagement strategy aimed at coordinating government policies and development initiatives, while deepening collaboration with traditional leaders, […]
Israel-Iran conflict hammers Ghana’s daily bread and petrol tank
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, another titanic clash dominating headlines around the world, rings familiar in the homes and markets of Ghana. Far removed from the missile exchanges and diplomatic maneuvers, everyday Ghanaians are already starting to feel the impact of the strikes. This, turning sudden […]
