GENERAL NEWS

The Ghanaian military has launched a renewed and intensified operation to combat illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, resulting in the destruction of significant mining equipment on the first day. Soldiers deployed under the government’s “Operation Halt” initiative successfully destroyed 18 chanfans, 10 industrial water pumping machines, and one excavator …

The Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development has announced the resignation of two District Chief Executives (DCEs) in accordance with Section 20(3)(c) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936). The DCEs who have resigned are Edward Owusu, Municipal Chief Executive for Atebubu-Amantin Municipal Assembly, Bono East Region …

The government has deployed over 100 armed military personnel to various water bodies in a renewed effort to clamp down on illegal mining activities, locally known as galamsey. This action follows growing agitation from over 50 state and private civil society organizations (CSOs), urging the government to address the environmental …

As the Black Stars prepare to face Sudan today at the Accra Sports Stadium at 4 pm, I, John Kwame Duodu (Sir John), on behalf of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), extend my heartfelt goodwill and support to the entire team. This match signifies more than just a game; it …

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has cautioned individuals who wish to display “political or pressure group paraphernalia” at the Ghana-Sudan clash to desist from doing so. According to the NSA, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) prohibits such political messages. The NSA’s comment follows concerns that some individuals intend to …

The Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana (MOWAG) has hinted at setting a new date to embark on its planned strike to demand better conditions of service. According to the General Secretary of MOWAG, Richard Kofi Jordan, the strike, which was originally scheduled to begin today, October 10, will not take …

A group of traders in the Kumasi Metropolis has refuted claims of apologizing and throwing their support behind John Dramani Mahama for the 20204 Presidential elections. According to spokesperson for the traders, Michael Amponsah, reports circulating in the media indicating their support during the NDC’s Women’s Manifesto launch in Kumasi …

Heavy gunfire erupted at the Missiga Immigration Service checkpoint in Bawku following a confrontation between personnel from the Ghana Police Service and Customs officials on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Sources say the clash began when police officers refused to allow the Customs officials to inspect a Togo-bound truck that was …

Full Text The Vice Chairman of the Bawumia Campaign Team, Nana Akomea, has claimed that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) achieved single-digit inflation in 2017, 2018, and 2019. `He made this statement during an exclusive interview on Joy News’ AM Show on October 7, 2024. Mr Akomea’s claim was part …

The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has announced that it will proceed with its industrial action against illegal mining on Thursday, October 10, 2024, despite Organised Labour’s decision to suspend its planned strike following the government’s pledge to address the issue. In a referendum on Wednesday, October 9, UTAG …