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A recent tragic incident at Tema Community 1 has ignited public outrage after an eyewitness revealed that several bystanders chose to film the घटना instead of offering help to victims. The incident, which involved a microlight helicopter crash, attracted a large crowd shortly after it occurred. Howe
A fatal road accident has claimed the life of one person after a speeding vehicle crashed into a roadside shop at Ketan in Ghana’s Western Region, leaving residents in shock and raising renewed concerns about road safety. According to reports, the incident occurred when the driver of the vehicle, be
President John Dramani Mahama has attributed challenges in Ghana’s previous SIM card registration exercise to disagreements between former Communications Minister Ursula Owusu-Ekuful and the National Identification Authority. According to Mahama, the lack of coordination between the two institutions
A video has captured the moment former President John Dramani Mahama instructed security personnel to allow a cultural dancer to continue performing at the AgroTech Fair after he observed that the dancer was being stopped by officials. During the event, a traditional performer began showcasing cultu
The National Communications Authority has released findings from its recent audit of SIM card registration data, revealing significant issues with inaccuracies, incomplete records and potential risks to national security. According to the audit report, a review of the database showed a large number
The mother of a young man arrested in connection with the lynching of a suspected thief in Lashibi says she fears her actions may have contributed to his arrest. The woman explained that her son was picked up by police after an incident in which a man accused of stealing was beaten and killed by &he
Former President John Dramani Mahama has launched the first AgroTech Fair, a platform aimed at showcasing Ghana’s agricultural innovations and encouraging the use of technology to improve productivity across the sector. During the event, Mr Mahama emphasised the importance of adopting modern agricul
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority has emphasised that stability in the exchange rate is essential for reducing the impact of fuel price shocks on consumers. Mr Mustapha Abdul Hamid said the cost of importing petroleum products is heavily influenced by changes in the val
Deputy Minister of Education Dr Clement Abas Apaak has defended President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to accept an honorary doctorate degree, arguing that the award recognises his contributions to national development and was not something he demanded. Speaking on a current affairs programme, Dr
Minister of Defence Dominic Nitiwul has said that the decision to rapidly expand recruitment into Ghana’s security services was not carefully planned and needs further review. In remarks during a public engagement, Nitiwul acknowledged that the recent directive to increase the number of recruits for
Former Energy Minister Armah Kofi Buah has urged Ghanaians to change their attitudes towards illegal mining, saying that ending “galamsey” requires collective effort and responsible behaviour from citizens. Speaking during an environmental awareness event, Buah explained that tackling illegal mining
President John Dramani Mahama engaged leaders of Organised Labour in Ghana on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in discussions focused on the nation’s economic and social issues. The meeting, held at Jubilee House in Accra, brought together representatives of key worker unions to talk through shared concerns
A policy analyst has raised concerns about the government’s plan to expand recruitment into Ghana’s security services, saying the decision could have unintended consequences if not carefully managed. The analyst argued that while increasing the number of recruits may help address manpower shortages,
Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah has secured three nominations at the prestigious Telecel Ghana Music Awards, further highlighting his growing impact in the country’s gospel music industry. The celebrated worship leader earned a nomination in the Gospel Artiste of the Year category, placin
A Ghanaian peacekeeper serving with a United Nations mission in Lebanon is reportedly recovering after being injured during a missile attack on a UN base in the country. The soldier, Lance Corporal Albert Abrefa Busia of the Ghana Armed Forces, sustained injuries when missiles struck a base operated
