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NPP wants proper planning for Free Primary Healthcare – Kingsley Agyemang

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Kingsley Agyemang, has stated that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) does not oppose the government’s Free Primary...

After 30 years, we couldn’t remain mining contractors — Ibrahim Mahama on Damang Mine takeover

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama, has reflected on his company’s takeover of the Damang Mine in the...

I didn’t just wake to take over Damang Mine, Gold Fields gave me the offer — Ibrahim Mahama

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama, has clarified that his company did not unilaterally seek to acquire the...

Unregulated development threatens Akosombo, Kpong Dams — VRA warns

The Volta River Authority (VRA) has raised concerns over rising unregulated developments along the Volta River, warning that such activities are increasing flood risks...

8 fake National Security operatives arrested for alleged robbery of miners in Assin Awisam

Eight individuals suspected of posing as national security operatives have been arrested by police for allegedly robbing illegal miners of gold, cash, and mobile...

Ibrahim Mahama thanks Akufo-Addo for his role in securing Damang Mine takeover

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama, has expressed gratitude to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his...

Engineers and Planners officially takes over Damang Mine

The Damang Mine, formerly operated by Gold Fields Ghana Limited, has been officially handed over to Engineers and Planners Limited following the company’s successful...

Damang to get an airport – Ibrahim Mahama announces after mine takeover

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama, has pledged significant infrastructure investments for communities around the Damang Mine following...

Ghana Health Service explains role of tricycles in Free Primary Healthcare

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has clarified the circulation of viral videos on social media that wrongly depict tricycles procured under the government’s Free...

Free Healthcare Programme: Tricycles are not ambulances – Mahama clarifies

President John Dramani Mahama has clarified that tricycles being distributed under the Free Primary Healthcare programme are not ambulances, but are intended to support...

One dead after car hits pedestrians in Melbourne, police say

Police have arrested a man in Melbourne after a car mounted a kerb and drove into pedestrians, killing one. A grey Toyota struck two pedestrians...

Iran says Strait of Hormuz is ‘open’ but tracking shows few ships moving

Iran's foreign minister has said the Strait of Hormuz has reopened for commercial vessels, but added that ships should use designated safe lanes. Tehran has...

CHASS threatens to shut down schools as feeding negotiations end in deadlock

The future of the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) programme hangs in a precarious balance following a collapse in negotiations between the Ministry...

Beyond the noise: Why journalism must be seen to be trusted

As the global media community prepares for the “Journalism out loud” theme at the DW Global Media Forum 2026, journalism is being challenged not...

DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the US

Fifteen people deported from the US, who are reportedly from South America, have arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is the first group...

Wa West District Assembly commits GH¢500k to water projects; commissions 10 new boreholes

The Wa West District Assembly has commissioned 10 newly constructed boreholes to alleviate severe water shortages across various communities and at the Ghana National...

Manhyia South MP raises concerns over treatment of NPP’s Baba Amando during arrest

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has raised concerns over the handling of the New Patriotic Party’s Sunyani East...

AG’s takeover of OSP cases raises questions over motive, strategy — Baffour Awuah

Vice Chair of the Subsidiary Legislation Committee and Member of Parliament’s Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has raised concerns over...

GRIDCo, ECG to upgrade transmission lines to boost power supply in Volta and Oti Regions

The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have announced a joint initiative to upgrade transmission lines and bulk supply...

United Party lauds Free Primary Healthcare, says policy originated from its manifesto

The United Party (UP) has commended President John Dramani Mahama for introducing the Free Primary Healthcare policy, describing it as a people-centred initiative aimed...

Nkwanta South conflict: Akyode community warns against further arson attacks

Residents of Akyode in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region have issued a strong warning to security agencies and President John Dramani...

Some OSP officials behave like ‘tin gods’ – Duncan Amoah

The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has criticised the conduct of some officials at the Office of the...

No premature declarations or campaigns – NDC tells aspirants

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has cautioned its members against prematurely declaring their intention to contest in the party’s upcoming internal elections, warning that...

Final decision in marriage must rest with couple, not family – Kweku Frimpong

Entrepreneur Kweku Frimpong says while African culture emphasises family support in marriage, the final decision must rest with the couple. Speaking on The Brotherhood Show on Joy Prime,...

Otumfuo to unveil world’s first customised gold coin box with built-in screens

His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, is set to unveil a bespoke Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Coin Box, featuring built-in screens that will display...

AI has nothing to do with spirit – Joe Mettle dismisses concerns in gospel fraternity

Gospel musician Joe Mettle has called on the Christian music community to view Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a valuable tool for ministry rather than...

‘Help enlist me into police service’ – Suspect in alleged armoured vehicle theft pleads in court

Proceedings at the Kwadaso Circuit Court in Kumasi on Friday afternoon took a dramatic turn when Ebenezer Frimpong, accused of stealing a police armoured...

Constitutional interpretation in OSP ruling was outside High Court’s jurisdiction — Baffour Awuah

A member of Parliament’s Constitutional and Legal Affairs Committee, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has argued that the High Court overstepped its mandate in its...

‘Unprincipled actors’ at centre of OSP–AG case Dr Bomfeh

Lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) and Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Constitutional and Electoral Studies (CenCES), Dr J....

OSP–AG legal clash reflects institutional governance problems — Dr Bomfeh

Lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) and Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Constitutional and Electoral Studies (CenCES), Dr J....

President Mahama kicks off Northern region tour to deepen citizen engagement

President John Dramani Mahama is set to begin a two-day #ResettingGhana tour of the Northern region today, Saturday, April 18, 2026. The visit marks the...

Man found dead in bush near DZOSEC; Police launch investigation

The Ghana Police Service in Dzodze has commenced investigations into the death of a 57-year-old man whose body was discovered in a bush near...

High Court ruling on OSP was a bad decision — Kofi Bentil

Lawyer and Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has criticised a recent High Court ruling on the powers of the Office of...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Health advocate calls for counselling and justice for abuse victims

A medical doctor and child health advocate, Maame Serwaa Gyamfi Aboagye, has stressed the need for psychological support and counselling for victims of abuse,...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Familiar faces often behind child abuse cases – Health Advocate warns

A medical doctor and child health advocate, Maame Serwaa Gyamfi Aboagye, has warned that many cases of child abuse are perpetrated by people known...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Culture of silence hindering reporting of domestic abuse – Health advocate

A medical doctor and child health advocate, Maame Serwaa Gyamfi Aboagye, has raised concerns over what she describes as a growing “culture of silence”...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Improve social welfare system to boost reporting of abuse cases – Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu

The Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu, has called for urgent improvements in Ghana’s social welfare system, stressing that a stronger...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Women must be ready for parenting before childbirth – Traditional Leader

A representative of traditional leader Odeneho Ofosu-Kwabi Ayebiahwe, Vivian Agyapomaah, has urged parents, especially women, to be fully prepared for the responsibilities of parenthood...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Parental neglect major driver of domestic abuse cases – Abena Aprakua

The representative of the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection, Abena Aprakua Badu-Aboagye, has stated that parental neglect is a key factor contributing to...

Safe Homes, Strong Society: Understand each child’s needs when raising them – Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu

The Spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu, has urged parents to adopt a more thoughtful and individualised approach to parenting. He stressed...