COMMUNITY WATCH

The Chief of Akyem Wenchi and Oseawuohene in the Eastern Region, Daasebre Dr Asumadu Appiah, has openly stated that the youth in Wenchi and its surrounding areas are unlikely to cease engaging in illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey,” despite efforts to curb the activity. According to Daasebre Asumadu Appiah, …

A pro-National Democratic Congress (NDC) group in the Hohoe Municipality in the Volta Region called Professional Forum has expressed dissatisfaction over what they perceive as developmental negligence in the area. The Members of Parliament (MP) for the area, Hon. John Peter Amewu, has been the target of their disappointment, as …

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has in a significant move towards bolstering Ghana’s infrastructure launched the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) and commissioned essential earth-moving equipment at the Black Star Square today.         The event, aimed at enhancing the country’s road networks, marks …

In accordance with reliable information available, the road construction equipment promised by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) have arrived in the country. According to the sources in the corridors of power, the equipment has been shipped to Ghana and  movement from port …

The Minister of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Stephen Asamoah-Boateng, has entreated the chiefs and people of the Leklebi Traditional Area in the Volta Region to ensure a smooth transition in the replacement of the late paramount chief of the area.   He said once that process was peacefully done, the …

Private legal practitioner Nana Obiri Boahen has urged the government to finish the Krofuom Market ahead of the December 7 general elections. Initiated in 2008 by former President John Agyekum Kufuor, the market project has suffered neglect, with successive governments failing to fulfill their promises for its completion. The facility, …

The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has announced that it will conduct repair works on the 900mm (36”) transmission line at Breman Ahenfo due to perforation. The repair is a result of the drainage construction from the Suame roundabout to Breman Ahenfo on July 12, 2024, which caused damage to the …

The Chiefs of Hwidiem in the Asutifi South District and Kenyasi Number 1 and 2 in the Ahafo Region have issued an ultimatum to the government, demanding the immediate resumption of work on the Hwidiem-Kenyasi road. During a press conference held in Kenyasi, the Chiefs expressed their frustration over the …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has issued a stern warning to chiefs involved in unlawful activities such as land guards and illegal mining. Speaking at the first Asanteman Council meeting following the Silver Jubilee celebrations at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, the Asantehene emphasized his commitment to maintaining order …

Development Bank Ghana, in collaboration with the Childlift Aid Foundation, has launched a free mass school deworming exercise in the Asene Manso Akroso District Assembly (AMADA) of the Eastern Region.   This project which aims at meeting the SDG Goal 3, on good health and wellbeing was a joint effort …