130 years on: The victory of Adwa shaped Africa’s liberation fight

130 years ago, on March 01, at the Battle of Adwa, Ethiopia achieved a historic victory that shook the foundations of colonial ambition in Africa. At the Battle of Adwa, Ethiopian forces defeated the invading Italian army and preserved their nation’s sovereignty. At

Ghana issues travel advisory to citizens amid Mexico cartel tensions

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory urging Ghanaian travellers to avoid non-essential travel to Mexico, while advising Ghanaian residents in the country to restrict their movements following heightened clashes between the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and the Mexican

Minister explains why Parliamentary process not needed to restore Accra International Airport name

The government has confirmed that the renaming of Accra International Airport to Kotoka International Airport was not backed by legislation, clearing the way for its reversion through executive action. Addressing journalists, the Minister for Transport, Joseph Nikwe Bukari, said the original change of

The hidden health risks facing clothing recyclers in a world flooded with plastic fibres

Not too long ago, every morning would have found Linda seated beside her friend, Ruth Odom, at their small stalls in Accra’s Kantamanto Market, one of the largest second-hand clothing markets in the world. Before them lay piles of garments in different colours

Tomato traders boycott Burkina Faso travels over security concerns

Tomato traders in the Ashanti Region have expressed disappointment in the government over what they describe as a lack of engagement following a recent terror attack on their colleagues in Burkina Faso. The traders say they will not resume traveling to purchase tomatoes

Police resolute to dismantle criminal gangs and bring them to justice – IGP

Mr Christian Tetteh Yohonu, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has reiterated the police resolute commitment to dismantle criminal gangs operating in any part of the country and bring them to justice.   He said the police, through sustained surveillance, technical intelligence and targeted

Three arrested over Obrachire student assault

The Central Regional Directorate of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects in connection with the violent disturbances that marred the District Schools Athletics Games in Agona Swedru. The arrests follow a harrowing confrontation on Thursday, 19th February

Police gun down suspected armed robber in Dormaa-Gonokrom shoot-out

A SUSPECTED armed robber has been shot dead in a gun battle with police at Dormaa-Gonokrom, a border community in the Dormaa Municipality of the Bono Region. According to the police, the incident occurred last Thursday during an intelligence-led operation targeting robbery gangs

Over-strengthening of Cedi threatens straw basket industry – TradeAid

The sharp and over-strengthening of the Ghanaian cedi over the past year is threatening the livelihoods of straw basket weavers and related acters as well as exporters in the Upper East Region.  According to them, the sudden appreciation of the cedi by about 40 per cent

U.S. Embassy warns Ghanaian travellers against visa overstays during 2026 World Cup

The United States Embassy has cautioned Ghanaian travellers planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup against overstaying their visas. It warned that violations of U.S. immigration laws could result in serious consequences, including future travel ineligibility. The Charge d’Affaires, Mr Rolf Olson,