1,714 In a unanimous decision, Hon. Joseph Amankwah has been confirmed as the Municipal Chief Executive for Kwabre East, polling 44 out of 44 total votes cast by assembly members during his confirmation. This achievement marks a significant milestone in his career, and he has expressed his gratitude to the President, assembly members, and other […]
Politics
Dirty Business: Cattle Rearers Held Accountable for Stream Pollution
1,259 In a significant step towards environmental protection, seven cattle rearers were prosecuted for engaging in noxious trade after dumping waste from their cattle operations into the Moshie Zongo stream. Despite several warnings to stop the practice, they failed to comply, leading to their arraignment before the court. On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the Environmental […]
Afigya Kwabre South Confirms First Female DCE
1,620 The President’s nominee for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE) for Afigya Kwabre South, Pearl Patricia Ankrah, has made history by becoming the first woman to be officially confirmed as the District Chief Executive (DCE) for the area. The confirmation took place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the Methodist Church auditorium in […]
Crows and Transmission Line Disruptions: ECG Implements Measures to Safeguard Power Supply in Ashanti Region
1,342 The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has taken proactive steps to address a growing challenge in the Ashanti Sub-Transmission region: the impact of crows on critical transmission infrastructure. The issue has contributed to frequent outages, causing operational hurdles and inconvenience for consumers across the region. ECG’s Ashanti Sub-Transmission team is working to mitigate the […]
New Era of Security: Ashanti Region Welcomes New GOC
1,791 The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, today warmly welcomed Brigadier General Ogaja, the newly appointed General Officer Commanding (GOC) for the Ashanti Region and Central Command. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the region’s security landscape, as Brigadier General Ogaja takes the reins from Brigadier General Michael Opoku. During the meeting, Dr. […]
Amenfi Central Deserves Better: DCE Calls for Development
1,718 The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Amenfi Central in the Western Region, Hon. Peter Amponsah, has expressed his commitment to bridging the infrastructure deficit in the district. During an interview with Punch newspaper, Hon. Amponsah emphasized the need for physical developmental projects to catch up with other districts. He lamented the dilapidated state of […]
Strengthening Ties: Kumasi Market Queen Mothers Meet with Mayor
1,783 In a significant display of unity and cooperation, over 70 queen mothers from the Kejetia and Central Market paid a courtesy call on the Mayor of Kumasi, Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi. The delegation, led by Nana Yaa Fowaa (Oforiwaa), the esteemed Yam Market Queen, came to congratulate the Mayor on his appointment and expressed […]
Sammy Gyamfi’s Critics are Enemies of Progress-Punch Editor
1,612 The Managing Editor of The Punch newspaper, Mr. Ayisah Foster, has come out strongly in defense of Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC). Mr. Ayisah Foster described those calling for lawyer Sammy Gyamfi’s sacking as “enemies of progress,” arguing that they are motivated by selfish interests […]
Transport Sector Reforms: Kumasi Mayor Meets with GPRTU
1,672 The Metropolitan Chief Executive of Kumasi, Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi, has acknowledged the numerous challenges facing the city’s transport system and emphasized the need for a pragmatic approach to address them. In a meeting with the Ashanti Regional Executives of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), the Mayor outlined his vision for a vibrant […]








