Madam Akua Donkor, the presidential candidate for the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), has passed away. A family source confirmed that she died on Monday night at Ridge Hospital in Accra, where she had been receiving treatment for respiratory complications. Akua Donkor initially sought medical attention at Nsawam Government Hospital in the Eastern Region but was…
As of October 28, authorities are enforcing strict security curfews in multiple areas across the country to curb potential unrest and ensure public safety. The curfews limit movement in public spaces and strictly prohibit carrying weapons or ammunition during designated hours. Authorities may lift or adjust these restrictions without prior notice. Curfew hours vary by…
The 2024 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) grand finale is set to be an exhilarating showdown as Mfantsipim School, St. Augustine’s College, and Keta Senior High Technical School secure their spots in the prestigious final round, edging out notable contenders along the way. In a high-stakes match, Mfantsipim School achieved a dramatic victory over…
Kwabena Kwabena Named Brand Ambassador for Kibo Motorcycles In a vibrant unveiling ceremony held in Accra over the weekend, Ghanaian music sensation Kwabena Kwabena was officially introduced as the new brand ambassador for Kibo Motorcycles. The event saw attendance from the artist, Kibo representatives, and members of the press, sparking excitement across the industry. Kwabena…
Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana’s foreign minister since 2017, has been appointed as the new secretary-general of the Commonwealth on the concluding day of the group’s summit in Samoa. Botchwey’s appointment marks a significant achievement for the seasoned diplomat and politician, who has long been a vocal advocate for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and…
In a ruling by the Tarkwa Circuit Court, Akwasi Isaac, a 22-year-old illegal miner, has been sentenced to 18 years of hard labor after being found guilty of inflicting severe harm on his friend, Kwaku Yeboah. Isaac, widely known as “Akwasman,” pleaded not guilty but was ultimately convicted of the offense. The prosecution, led by…
The Weta Rice Farmers Association of Ghana, based in the Ketu North District of the Volta Region, has officially launched with an ambitious mission to transform rice farming in the area. This newly formed association, made up of dedicated rice farmers, aims to unify its members and push for the revival of a long-abandoned irrigation…
The Senior Project Manager overseeing the Ofankor-Nsawam road expansion, Ing. Abdulai Mahama, has shed light on the reasons behind the delayed progress on the major construction project. Originally slated for completion within 24 months after commencing in September 2022, the project has now reached approximately 60 percent completion, prompting questions from the public on the…
Accra, Ghana — The Ghana Police Service has filed a court injunction to prevent the anticipated Gen-Z demonstration, planned to bring over two million young people to the streets of Accra from July 31 to August 6, 2024. The protest aims to voice frustration over economic hardships and systemic issues that disproportionately affect Ghana’s youth….
In response to allegations from North Tongu MP Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Ministry of Health has issued a statement clarifying details about a $34.9 million contract for ambulance spare parts. The Ministry, addressing Ablakwa’s concerns on Thursday, July 25, stated that the contract in question was signed in 2020, not in 2024, as Ablakwa suggested….
