Ghana has achieved a sharp reduction in malaria-related deaths over the past decade, but sustained transmission continues to hinder elimination efforts, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has said. The National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) said that malaria deaths fell from about 3,300 in 2011 to 52 in
Mulan Neurodiversity School in Accra, in collaboration with the National Assessment and Resource Centre, has organised an autism screening and awareness, calling for greater inclusion, early intervention, and government support for children with developmental and learning challenges. The initiative, held as part of the Autism
Twenty-two-year-old commercial motor rider Saviour Awi has been arraigned before the Cape Coast Circuit I for allegedly defiling an 11-year-old girl at Twifo Nyinase in the Central Region. Awi allegedly lured the girl into an uncompleted building in their neighbourhood on Sunday, March
The South African Police Service has warned that persons found participating in, inciting or supporting xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians and other foreign nationals will be arrested and prosecuted, as authorities move to contain rising anti-migrant tensions. The warning comes amid heightened attacks and
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz says leading the Black Stars to the 2026 World Cup represents the biggest challenge of his career but expressed confidence in his ability to succeed. The vastly experienced coach, appointed on a four-month contract, was officially unveiled at
Two persons have been confirmed dead, while one other remains in a critical condition following the collapse of an illegal mining (galamsey) pit at Assin Dansame in the Assin North District of the Central Region. The incident occurred at about 1 p.m. on
Award-winning Ghanaian Afro-dancehall artist, Stonebwoy, has paid a courtesy visit to Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Zita Sabah Benson, ahead of his BHIMFest concert in the UK. During the meeting, he engaged the High Commissioner on his plans and sought her
Ethiopia is set to host Ghana Month in May 2026 to celebrate Ghanaian culture and heritage in Addis Ababa, as both countries continue to build on longstanding historical ties. The cultural celebration is scheduled to commence on May 8, 2026, featuring a rich
Global oil prices fell and rose again on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said he would extend a ceasefire with Iran until peace talks between the two countries have progressed. He added that the US will continue to blockade Iran’s ports until
The Ghana Police Service has rescued a nineyearold girl allegedly abducted in Agormanya Zongo, Lower Manya Krobo Municipality, and arrested a female suspect. According to the Eastern Regional Police Command, the suspect was apprehended on April 20, a day after the victim’s father reported that his daughter