President John Mahama has disclosed that illegal mining affected 48 of Ghana’s 288 forest reserves, saying the affected reserves have since been recovered and are undergoing reclamation. Speaking at the Mining in Motion conference on Monday, October 19, the President said heavily armed illegal miners had occupied the affected reserves, leading to their designation as […]
A two-year-old girl has been found dead at Sefwi Awaso in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region, days after she was reported missing. The deceased, identified as Denisa Neomina, reportedly went missing after a 31-year-old man, Sumaila Adu Atta, allegedly took her from her home in Sefwi Awaso on Saturday, October […]
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale delivered an energetic and emotional performance at the Accra Sports Stadium as thousands of fans gathered for Shattafest 2026, which coincided with his birthday celebration. The musician broke down in tears while looking across the packed stadium during his performance, in one of the memorable moments of the night. Shatta […]
A nutritionist, Professor Anna Lartey, says Ghana should invest more in indigenous foods to make healthy eating affordable, describing them as nutritious, affordable and resilient to climate change. She urged the government and other stakeholders to promote the cultivation and consumption of these foods, arguing that relying on them more could widen access to healthy […]
Two people have died after a galamsey pit collapsed on them at Sefwi Datano in the Bodi District of the Western North Region. The deceased, identified as Kwaku Charles and Nana Dibi, are believed to be in their early thirties. They were reportedly digging for gold at a site where they regularly worked when the […]
A new report by the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) has raised concerns over the increasing investment in Waste-to-Energy (WTE) incineration projects across Africa, warning that the technology could worsen the Continent’s environmental and economic challenges. The report revealed that several African countries were turning to waste incineration as a solution to their growing […]
Ghanaian singer MzVee has teamed up with Sista Afia, Sefa and Nigerian singer Ugoccie on a new single titled “Enjoyment,” arriving on Friday, October 16, 2026. The song places life’s simple pleasures at the centre of its message, encouraging listeners to recognise their progress, celebrate their wins and appreciate the rewards of their hard work. […]
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has deployed an additional specialised police operations team, supported by a multi-purpose armoured vehicle, to Nkwanta Municipality to strengthen security in the area. In a statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police John Nchor, Public Affairs Officer for the Oti Region, the Police said the additional deployment was […]
The University of Ghana will reopen for the 2026/2027 academic year on October 19, following the suspension of the strike by the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA). In a notice dated October 16, 2026, the University said students would begin reporting to their halls of residence from October 19, while lectures are scheduled to […]
American streamer iShowSpeed has joined former US President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as a producer of The Eyes of Ghana, the documentary about veteran Ghanaian cinematographer Rev. Dr Chris Tsui Hesse, ahead of its North American cinema release. The 90-minute film, directed by two-time Academy Award winner Ben Proudfoot, premiered at the 2025 Toronto […]
