Latest News
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The need for a ban on takeaway packs
Written by; Regina Bless The increasing use of takeaway packs has become a growing environmental concern, particularly in communities where plastic waste is poorly managed. While takeaway packaging p…
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Combating crime and preventing Ghana from becoming a safe haven for drugs
Written by; Regina Bless Ghana has long been regarded as one of the more peaceful and stable countries in West Africa. However, the growing concern about organised crime, drug trafficking and the mov…
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Should Ghana arrest and deport migrant beggars, or should we first address the humanitarian reasons behind street begging?
Written by; Regina Bless The sight of people begging on the streets has become increasingly common in some parts of Ghana, raising concerns about public safety, child welfare, sanitation and the coun…
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Why are young people becoming addicted to porn? Is social media or parenting to blame?
Written by; Regina Bless The growing exposure of young people to sexually explicit material has become a concern for families, schools and society. With smartphones and social media providing easy ac…
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Sexual Misconduct in SHSs: Teachers are punished, Students are pardoned — Should students be punished too?
Written by ; Regina Bless Sexual misconduct in Senior High Schools (SHSs) is a serious issue that demands honest and balanced discussion. When a teacher engages in inappropriate sexual conduct with a…
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Ahiafor dismisses minority’s objection to supreme court vetting as flimsy, hollow
Chairman of Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has rejected the Minority’s objection to the vetting of three Supreme Court nominees, describing the reasons given as “flimsy,” “holl…
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Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings proposes CSIR funding for plant-based alternatives to plastics
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, has called for increased investment in scientific research to develop plant-based alternatives to conventional…
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New Airport Project to Ease Traffic Congestion – John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama says the ongoing redevelopment of the Accra International Airport is expected to reduce congestion, improve traffic flow and make movement around the facility easier for…
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Ghana’s Galamsey Crisis: A fight that demands stronger government action
Written by; Regina Bless Illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, has become one of Ghana’s most serious environmental and public health challenges. Although successive governments have announced…
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Mahama Cuts Sod for Seven-Storey Car Park and Commercial Complex at Accra International Airport
By Zainab Ali President John Dramani Mahama has cut sod for the construction of a seven-storey multi-purpose car park and commercial complex at Terminal 3 of the Accra International Airport. The proj…
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Foreign Affairs Ministry reaffirms commitment to the dignity of Ghanaians worldwide
Written by; Regina Bless The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the respect and dignity of all Ghanaians living and travelling around the world. In a statement …
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Ghana Gold Coin Prices announced for Thursday, August 27, 2026
Written by; Regina Bless The Bank of Ghana has released the latest pricing for Ghana Gold Coins for Thursday, August 27, 2026, with prices varying according to the weight of each coin. According to t…
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Zanetor pushes all-of-Government strategy to combat galamsey
Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for stronger coordination among government agencies and ministries to tackle illegal mining and its im…
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Ayariga to Afenyo-Markin: You’re troublesome, but i enjoyed working with you
Mahama Ayariga, Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, has spoken warmly about his relationship with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, despite the politica…
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Good Idea, Poor Execution: Ayariga weighs in on National Cathedral
Mahama Ayariga, the Minister-designate for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, has backed the idea of a National Cathedral but criticised the manner in which the project was carried …
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Police arrest two suspects over alleged lynching at Daboya
Written by ;Regina Bless The Savannah Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged lynching of a young man at Daboya in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Re…
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Passengers urged to speak up against driver indiscipline
Written by; Regina Bless Passengers have been encouraged to speak up against driver indiscipline and play an active role in promoting safety on Ghana’s roads. Simba Wiredu, Deputy Director of Corpora…
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Bank of Ghana releases daily exchange rates for Thursday, August 27
Written by; Regina Bless The Bank of Ghana has released its daily exchange rates for Thursday, August 27, 2026, showing the Ghana cedi’s trading rates against major international currencies. Accordin…
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Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister highlights Ghana’s commitment to diaspora engagement and reparations
Written by; Regina Bless Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. James Gyakye Quayson (MP), has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with the African diaspora and promoting cultural …
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Government declines MTN’s GH¢20 million donation for Ghanaian victims of South African xenophobic attacks
Written by; Regina Bless The Government of Ghana has declined a GH¢20 million donation reportedly offered by MTN Ghana to support Ghanaian victims of the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. In…
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Remarkable improvements in passport service delivery
Written by; Regina Bless Ghana’s passport service delivery is witnessing significant improvements, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expanding access to passport application services across the co…
Entertainment
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Stonebwoy Brings His Star Power to Mellissa’s New ‘Show Me’ Video
By Zainab Ali Ghanaian dancehall heavyweight Stonebwoy has once again caught the attention of music lovers, this time with his appearance in Mellissa’s newly released music video, “Show Me.” The offi…
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TikTok’s $400 Million Settlement
By Zainab Ali TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have agreed to pay $400 million to settle a United States government lawsuit alleging violations of children’s online privacy laws. The case ce…
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Why Are Young People Choosing Situationships Over Relationships?
By Zainab Ali Dating has changed. These days, you can spend months talking to someone, going on dates, being intimate and acting like a couple, yet neither of you is willing to officially call it a r…
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Beyond the Beats: How Ghana’s Creative Economy is Reclaiming the Global Stage in 2026
By Zainab Ali Accra’s creative sector is undergoing a historic shift this year, moving beyond viral dance challenges to cement itself as a multibillion-dollar economic pillar.Driven by the government…
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World Photography Day: How the Camera Changed the Way We Tell Our Stories
BY; Regina Bless Every year on August 19, the world celebrates World Photography Day, a day that recognises the power of photography and the important role images play in documenting people, places, …
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Family of Kantanka thanks Ghanaians for support during Kwadwo Safo’s funeral
The family of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo, together with the management and members of the Kristo Asafo Mission and his children, has expressed profound gratitude to Ghanaians for the overwhelming s…
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Accra High Court places 10-day injunction on Kantanka’s funeral, burial rites
An Accra High Court has granted a 10-day interim injunction restraining former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, from proceeding with the funeral and burial arrangements of the late Apostle Kwadwo …
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‘Love in every word’ transformed my career – Nigerian actress Bambam Olawunmi
Nigerian actress Bambam Olawunmi says she never imagined that Love in Every Word would become the project that transformed her career, describing the hit film as the opportunity that launched her ont…
Sports
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Ghana’s Black Stars climb eight places to 65th in latest FIFA rankings
Ghana’s Black Stars have climbed eight places in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking following their participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars are now ranked 65th in the wor…
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Black Stars can win AFCON, World Cup if team is maintained – President John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed optimism about the future of the national football team, the Black Stars, saying the current squad has the potential to achieve greater success if it is ma…
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Ati Zigi is like a super star in Switzerland – Swiss Ambassador, Simone Giger
Outgoing Swiss Ambassador to Ghana, Benin and Togo, Simone Giger, has highlighted Ghanaian goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi as an example of the country’s growing soft power and international influence. …
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Black Stars defender, Marvin Senaya to undergo surgery after World Cup injury
Marvin Senaya has revealed that he will undergo surgery after suffering an injury during Ghana’s defeat to Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a setback that will keep him out of action for an exten…
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Black Stars’ World Cup exit forces jersey traders to reduce prices
Traders of Black Stars merchandise, particularly jerseys, are weighing price reductions as demand weakens following Ghana’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Many had increased inventory in anticipa…
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Black Stars’ round of 32 exit came as no surprise – Sports journalist Jerome Otchere
Sports journalist Jerome Otchere has said that Ghana’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup at the Round of 32 stage was largely in line with expectations, given the state of the national team in rece…
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Democratic Republic of Congo, Senegal exit World Cup after July 1 matches
Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo became the latest African teams to exit the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering Round of 32 defeats on July 1, leaving four African nations still in conte…
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Antoine Semenyo applauds Luka Modrić as “One of the best midfielders Of the current era”
Antoine Semenyo says Ghana is determined to continue its impressive World Cup campaign as the Black Stars prepare for a final group-stage clash against Croatia. Following an impressive draw against E…
Lifestyle
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Lifestyle — Being in Your 20s
By Zainab Ali Your 20s are often presented as the period when everything is supposed to come together. You are expected to have a career, make money, find love, become independent and somehow know ex…
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How Short Videos Are Changing the Way Ghanaians Discover Music, Fashion and Entertainment
By Zainab Ali A few years ago, discovering a new song, fashion trend or comedian often meant relying on radio, television or word of mouth. Today, a short video on TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube …
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Must Love Always Come With Money? The Growing Pressure to Spend in Relationships
By Zainab Ali In today’s dating culture, love can sometimes feel like a financial competition. For some young people, going on dates, buying expensive gifts, paying for trips or constantly sending mo…
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SHS Students Close Today: What Parents Should Expect as Students Return Home
By Zainab Ali For many Ghanaian families, Friday, August 21, marks the beginning of a long-awaited break as students in Senior High Schools operating under the single-track calendar officially close …