Twenty-six officers from various security agencies have enrolled in the ‘Course Two’ of the Nation­al College of Defence Studies (NCDs) of the Ghana Armed Forces. The newly-matriculated offi­cers include a student each from Nigeria, Rwanda and Zambia. At the end of the 46-week study, the officers will graduate with a Master of Arts degrees in … The post 26 officers matriculate into NCDs course

 The Afayili community of Mion District in the Northern Region on Friday secured a total of $99,736.00 as grant support to undertake a Community Health Planning Service (CHPS) project under the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Proj­ect (GAGHSP). This project also includes a nurse’s accommodation, outdoor toilet facility, set of medical equip­ment and furniture, … The post Japan

Accra Mall, Ghana’s premier shopping destination, is set to celebrate Ghana Month in grand style throughout March, paying homage to the nation’s rich history, vibrant traditions and cultural heritage. Management has urged shoppers and visitors to look forward to an exciting lineup of activities that bring the spirit of Ghana to life while offering fun-filled […] The post Accra

The soldiers will help South Sudan's president "secure" the capital, Uganda's Gen Kainerugaba says.

High school student suffers fractured skull after being hit with baton during race

Four environmen­tal organisations have called on the government to take urgent, ruth­less, decisive and uncompromising action against illegal miners (galamseyers) who have taken the nation hostage with their destructive activists of the country’s forests reserves and water bodies. “We demand a robust enforcement of laws, and a re­lentless commitment on the part of government in … The post Take

The Ashanti Region has recorded a third mobile money vendor killing in just days, sparking fears and calls for urgent security reinforcement. The post Ashanti Region records third MoMo vendor killing: Residents demand urgent security first appeared on 3News.

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged for a dignified exit for Black Stars captain Andre Ayew amid growing calls for his retirement from the national team.Ayew, who has been with the Black Stars since 2007, has not received a call-up since March 2024, despite impressive club-level form with Le Havre in the French Ligue 1.The 35-year-old has contributed five goals this season, scoring four, yet his future with the national team remains uncertain.With Otto Addo

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has opened up about a frightening health episode in 2019 that saw him hospitalised due to blood clots in his lungs.Speaking on Sporty FM's Drive Show on Monday, the ex-midfielder, who was playing for Hellas Verona on loan from Udinese at the time, shared details of the experience that sidelined him for months.Agyemang-Badu recalled that the issue began during a pre-season friendly, where he suffered a deep knock. Unaware of

 Former Newcastle United and Fulham forward, Aleksandar Mitrovic, missed training with Al-Hilal because of an abnormal heart rhythm. Local media have reported that the 30-year-old was taken to hospital after scoring for the Saudi Pro League champions in a 2-0 win at Al-Fayha on March 7. Mitrovic had just returned from a hamstring injury that … The post Mitrovic misses training over abnormal

Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics Mussa Dankwah has said that while the economy grew by 2.6% in 2024, year-on-year compared to 2023, there is something in the same data released by the Statistical Service that must be of great concern or relief depending on whether one cares about the environment. He said that the last quarter’s […] The post Illegal

Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin and Oseadeyo Kwasi Akuffo, the overlords of Akyem Abuakwa State and Akuapem Traditional Area (ATA) respectively, have reignited their commitment to eliminate illegal mining along the banks of the Birim River. According to the two powerful chiefs, their collaboration seeks not only to restore the river and safeguard the environment, but […] The post Intractable

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, says his ministry has successfully driven out illegal miners operating in the Tano Anwia Forest Reserve in the Enchi Forest District of the Western North Region. The operation, which was carried out last weekend, was a joint collaboration between the Rapid Response Unit of […] The post Galamsey: Soldiers Seize 10 Excavators

In a remarkable celebration of academic achievement and community development, the Akuapem Education Trust proudly graduated 14 scholars from eight prestigious universities. The momentous event at Akropong was graced by the foundation’s Board Chairman, Evang. Dr. E.A. Aboah-Offei and the Executive Director, Mr. Michael Asare Bediako. The ceremony culminated the scholars’ four years of dedication, […] The post Akuapem

The Okyenhene,Osagyefo Amoatia Ofori Panin, has officially destooled Baffour Asiedu Bekoe as the Akwansrahene of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional area. The destoolment ceremony took place at the Ofori Panin Fie at Kyebi, Eastern Region. As part of the process, the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council performed a purification ritual, which involved the slaughter of a sheep […] The post Okyenhene Destools Akwansrahene

The business community in Sunyani says they anticipate some tax incentives and reduction of import duties in the 2025 Budget statement. Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, the Minister of Finance, will present the first Business Statement and Economic Policy of the government to Parliament on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. During a visit on Monday, traders, […] The post 2025 Budget: Business

The Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, says Ghana’s Public Debt-to-Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ratio for 2024 has dropped considerably to 61.8%, marking a notable decline from the peak of 80.4% recorded in 2020. Speaking in an interview with journalists in Accra yesterday, the former Spokesman for Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, said […] The post Ghana’s 2024 debt has

The Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA) in the Greater Accra Region has issued a directive to advertisers to remove all illegal signages within its jurisdiction. The directive, which is aimed at ensuring safety and accessibility affects signages that do not have the assembly’s authorisation, as such, does not have the assembly’s symbol embossed on them. […] The post Editorial:

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Madam Gloria Hudzi, the Ashanti Regional Women’s Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the new Ashanti Regional Coordinator for the School Feeding Programme. The appointment, a testament to Madam Hudze’s dedication and commitment to the welfare of women and children in the region, is aimed at strengthening the […] The post Gloria

Professor Grace Ofori-Sarpong, founder of Ladies in Mining and Allied Professions (LIMAP) -Ghana, has called on the youth to remain hopeful and seize the opportunities of the modern era and that future holds immense potentials for them. Speaking at an event to mark International Women’s Day, organised by LIMAP in partnership with Gold Fields Ghana […] The post Ladies in Mining, Goldfields