Researchers at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology have launched a new initiative to improve children’s literacy by combining culturally relevant reading materials with proper nutrition. The initiative, known as the Anansesem Museum Literacy Project, was launched at a durbar held at Kokoben M/A Basic School. The Principal Investigator, Dr. Levina N. Abunya, said the programme seeks to strengthen ...
The Tema Regional Office of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has lost eight transformers to theft and vandalism over a six-month period, according to Regional General Manager Emmanuel Ankomah. He disclosed that five transformers were stolen during the final quarter of 2025, with an additional three lost in the first quarter of 2026. Mr Ankomah explained that replacing a ...
France has advised its nationals in Mali to leave the country “as soon as possible” following a sharp deterioration in security caused by recent coordinated attacks by armed groups. In an updated travel advisory, the French Foreign Ministry described the situation in Mali as “extremely volatile”, warning citizens to arrange departure using available commercial flights. Those still in the country ...
Lightwave eHealth Care Solutions Limited has filed a writ at the High Court in Accra against the Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, accusing him of making false and damaging public statements about the company’s operations and contractual dealings with the Ministry of Health. The suit, lodged at the General Jurisdiction Division of the High Court, is seeking a declaration ...
Ghana recorded a slight improvement in road safety in March 2026, with fewer crashes and deaths reported compared to the same period last year, according to provisional figures from the National Road Safety Authority. Data released by the Authority shows that total crash cases declined from 1,218 in March 2025 to 1,195 in March 2026. Fatalities also dropped significantly from ...
Fuel consumers in Ghana are expected to experience mixed changes in pump prices from May 1, 2026, with diesel recording a significant drop while Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) is projected to rise notably. According to industry outlooks, petrol prices are likely to see a slight reduction of about 0.51% per litre, bringing some marginal relief to motorists. Diesel, however, is ...
The National Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has put a temporary stop to his planned “Thank You Tour” of the North East Region due to rising security concerns. The decision follows recent unrest in parts of the region, particularly after an attack on a military convoy in the Bawku area. According to sources within ...
The Christian Council of Ghana has strongly defended its involvement in national discussions, stressing that its decision to speak on governance issues is a civic duty rather than a political agenda. Speaking during an interview, the Council’s General Secretary, Rev. Cyril Fayose, rejected claims that religious leaders should stay away from political commentary. He explained that although the Council is ...
Renowned Ghanaian academic Kwesi Yankah has raised concerns over a recent public apology delivered by the Chief of Staff, questioning both its intent and timing while calling for deeper reflection among national leaders. In a strongly worded reaction, Prof. Yankah argued that while apologies can be meaningful, they risk losing value if they are not matched with genuine accountability and ...
Twenty-four suspected illegal miners have been arrested following a dawn operation by Rapid Response Teams (RRT) at the Atewa Range Forest Reserve in the Eastern Region. The coordinated raid, which took place on Monday, April 28, began at about 3:30 a.m. at Sagyimase, a community near the forest, as authorities moved in to flush out individuals engaged in illegal mining, ...