427 Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening its longstanding diplomatic relations with the Arab Republic of Egypt following the presentation of Letters of Credence by Ghana’s Ambassador to Egypt, H.E. Prof. Justice Solomon Korantwi-Barimah, to the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, H.E. Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, at a ceremony in Cairo. Following the […]
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Joana Gyan Urges Africa to Take Calculated Risks on Development Financing
262 The Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, has called on African countries to adopt a pragmatic approach to financing critical infrastructure, urging governments to take “calculated risks” in accessing development funding while ensuring transparency and accountability. Hon. Gyan Cudjoe made the remarks during the 2026 Africa Days Forum held in […]
Offinso North Assembly supports 122 PWDs with Common Fund
628 A total of 122 Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the Offinso North District of the Ashanti Region have benefited from the 2025 fourth-quarter allocation of the Persons with Disabilities Common Fund, aimed at improving their livelihoods and promoting economic independence. The beneficiaries received cash, vocational equipment, educational support and medical assistance during a presentation […]
Prayer, Unity Key to National Development — Bibiani MCE
266 The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai, Mr Sebastian Obeng, has called on Ghanaians to embrace unity, forgiveness and peace as the country continues to recover from recent disasters and works towards sustainable national development. He made the call during the observance of the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving held at Bibiani […]
I switched to NDC because of Agyekum Kufour-Bomfa Chief
287 The Chief of Bomfa in the Afigya Kwabre South District of the Ashanti Region, Nana Kwaku Twumasi, has publicly declared that his decision to leave the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) was influenced by what he described as disappointment with the administration of former President John Agyekum Kufuor. Speaking […]
Ashanti Police Smash Criminal Network, Arrest 24
661 The Ghana Police Service has arrested 24 suspected criminals, including alleged drug peddlers, during a major intelligence-led operation carried out across parts of the Ashanti Region. The operation, undertaken by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Special Operations Team (SOT) in collaboration with the Ashanti Regional Police Command, formed part of intensified efforts to combat […]
Appiah Stadium threatens legal action against TikToker over viral video
367 Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as Appiah Stadium, has initiated legal action against TikTok content creator Emmanuella Arthur, known on the platform as “elladiariess”, demanding the removal of a viral video, a public apology and a retraction of allegations he says have damaged his reputation. In a demand notice issued through his lawyers, Appiah Stadium […]
Reclamation begins at galamsey-hit Adansi Asokwa Hospital site…… Regional Minister appeals for information on owner of impounded vehicle
491 The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has announced that land reclamation works have begun at the site of the Agenda 111 Hospital project at Adansi Asokwa following the destruction caused by illegal mining activities. The intervention, he said, forms part of efforts by the government and security agencies to restore the integrity of […]
Former Fox FM Producer Frank Acheampong Dies After Illness
1,215 A former radio producer and reporter, Mr Frank Acheampong, has died after a period of illness. Mr Acheampong passed away on Thursday morning, according to family sources and close associates. During his broadcasting career, he worked with a number of radio stations in Kumasi, including Fox FM, Metro FM, Sikka FM and Boss FM, […]
COMMUNICATION MINISTRY REVERSES GDCL STAFF SUSPENSION….. Orders Management to Withdraw Directive Immediately
568 The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) has directed the management of the Ghana Digital Centres Limited (GDCL) to immediately reverse its decision to temporarily suspend the employment contracts of all staff. The directive follows a circular issued by the management of GDCL announcing the temporary suspension of staff employment contracts with […]