Local media are showing images of the plane in flames on the ground with debris scattered at the crash site.

A retired Ghana Air Force Officer, Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbodjor, has appealed to the public to exercise patience regarding the report on the August 6, 2025, helicopter crash. The retired officer says investigations into helicopter crashes are more complex and time-consuming compared to those involving vehicles, which can be completed relatively quickly. Wing Commander […]

Executive Secretary of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA), Dr. Adam Bonaa has revealed that the nationwide gun amnesty police will officially take effect from November 11, 2025. The policy is expected to be in force until December 31, 2025. He made the disclosure in an interview on TV3 New Day […]

It is gratifying that the Cedi, Ghana’s legal tender, has turned 60 years and continues to endure. We commend the Bank of Ghana for its steadfast role in maintaining the stability of the currency over the decades. Sixty years in the life of any national currency is no small feat. If the Cedi were human, … The post The Cedi at 60! Our Pride, Our Heritage appeared first on Ghanaian

THE Chief of Staff, Mr Julius Debrah, has called for a stronger partnership between government, the private sector, and innovators to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation as well as strengthen the continent’s technological sovereignty. In a speech read on his behalf at the 2025 MOBEX Africa Innovation Awards held in Accra on Friday, Mr Debrah said … The post Chief

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Cairo, Egypt, marked the end of the tenure of Prof. Benedict Okey Oramah as its President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, with a legacy conference. The outgoing President announced at the conference that he made the promotion of intra-African trade and investment the arrowhead of the Bank’s … The post Prof. Oramah

Banks wrote off GH¢1.05 billion as bad debt in the first eight months of 2025, about a 46 per cent decline over the same period in 2024. This was in the form of loan losses, depreciation, among others. During the same period in 2024, the Bank of Ghana wrote off GH¢1.95 billion as bad debt. … The post Banks Write Off GH¢1.05bn in Bad Loans …46% lower than 2024 appeared

The Eastern Regional Police Command has arrested 34 suspects, including six chiefs, following violent clashes during the Odwira Festival in the Akuapem South Municipality. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday during rituals to lift the ban on noise-making, resulted in the death of one person identified only as Isaac, while four others sustained gunshot wounds. … The post 34 Arrested Over Clashes

The High Court in Accra yesterday warned that it would proceed with the trial of Professor Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, former Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), with or without legal representation. The warning followed the failure of his new lawyers to appear in court. Presiding Judge, Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, noted that counsel for … The post Court warns

The Eastern South Regional Police Command on Sunday October 26, 2025 arrested four suspects in connection with the shooting incident during the burial and funeral rites of six family members at Asamankese. The shooting incident led to the injuries of six civilians and three Police officers. In a statement dated October 27, police noted that […]

“A senseless misuse of state power and a disgrace to the uniform he wore.” With these words, Justice Rosemary Baah Tosu of the Kumasi High Court Two sentenced Police Inspector Ahmed Twumasi to life imprisonment for the murder of 26-year-old Victoria Dapaah, popularly known as Maa Adwoa. The verdict ends a two-and-a-half-year legal battle that … The post Inspector jailed for life over murder

Highly respected football 'administrator par excellence' James Essilfie has made a sensational return to his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Medeama Sporting Club, four years after stepping down from the position. His comeback marks a significant boost for the Tarkwa-based club, where he previously played a key role in shaping its success and identity.A civil engineer by profession, the soft-spoken Essilfie continued to serve on the clubâ??s board as Head of

The UN has raised the alarm over reports of "atrocities" committed by the RSF.

The President, John Dramani Mahama, and his wife, Lordina Mahama, have expressed their deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. In a joint statement shared on the President’s social media page, they described her as a woman of courage and conviction. “We are deeply saddened by the passing of former … The post Pres Mahama, Akufo-Addo,

Preparation for today’s second-leg clash between Ghana’s Black Queens and their Egyptian counterparts has been clouded by a bonus row that briefly threatened to disrupt the fixture. The Queens take on Egypt in the return leg of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers at the Accra Sports Stadium. Ghana holds a commanding … The post Black Queens Set to Finish Off Egypt

The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of the Interior and the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA), has announced plans to introduce a nationwide gun amnesty in the coming days to address the rising spread of illicit firearms and growing gun-related violence across the country. In a statement released by NACSA […]

1. Myths and Misconceptions Across Ghana and much of Africa, vaccination is often met with suspicion. Some believe vaccines are tools for the West to reduce or control Africa’s population. Others fear vaccines weaken the “natural strength” of Black people. A common belief is that vaccines secretly reduce fertility or introduce chemicals that limit reproduction. … The post When

A three-day capacity-building workshop to promote digital safety, accountability, and inclusion across the country began in Accra yesterday on the theme: “Building a safe, informed and accountable digital space – Strengthening our human firewall.” Dubbed CyberSecure 360 Workshop, it is being organised by the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) West Africa Affiliate in partnership with the … The post Stakeholders

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Works and Housing has expressed dissatisfaction over the progress and quality of work done on the ongoing Dansoman Sea Defence Project. The Committee on Monday, October 27 visited the project site to inspect ongoing works as part of its oversight mandate to assess the progress of the project which is […]

Communications Director of Hearts of Oak, Kwame Opare Addo, says the teamâ??s players were left disappointed after being held to a draw by Bibiani GoldStars in their Matchday 7 encounter.The Phobians were forced to settle for a 2-2 stalemate with the defending champions at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.Goals from Mawuli Wayo and George Paaku earned the Rainbow Club a share of the spoils after Kumi Attah struck twice for the Timber Boys.Speaking on Asempa FM, Opare Addo described