The annual July fishing closed season, while intended to rebuild Ghana’s dwindling fish stocks, has intensified economic hardship for fishing households, particularly women and children, a new Sankofa research study has revealed. The Creating Synergies between Indigenous Practices and Scientific Knowledge (ISIPSK), popularly
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reiterated the urgent need for African countries to remove trade barriers and integrate their economies to enhance intra-African trade. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogues in Accra, on Wednesday, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang urged
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has urged the public to learn the signs and symptoms of cancer to support early detection and treatment. Cancer refers to a group of more than 100 diseases marked by uncontrolled cell growth resulting from genetic mutations, which
The United States has deployed a small contingent of troops to Nigeria to support collaborative counter-terrorism efforts against a surge of militant attacks in the West African nation. The deployment, announced with few operational details, comes after repeated diplomatic engagements between Washington and
Across many farming communities in Northern Ghana, women routinely carry their infants on their backs while engaging in strenuous farm labour. This practice, though rooted in necessity and resilience, exposes both mothers and their babies to significant health risks, particularly musculoskeletal strain and
The Ashanti Region has seen a troubling decline in road safety in 2025, with a notable spike in road crashes, fatalities, and injuries compared to 2024, as revealed by the latest data from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA). The figures, which span
The fifth edition of the Akwaaba Festival has been launched, positioning the multi-day cultural event as a driver of tourism, youth employment and national branding aligned with the country’s independence celebrations. The festival, anchored to Ghana’s Independence Day, aims to make the celebrations a
Cocoa farmers across the country are threatening a nationwide demonstration next week over unpaid monies owed by the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) for cocoa beans supplied since November 2025. The farmers say months of delayed payments have plunged them into severe financial hardship,
The African Union Commission (AUC) is conducting baseline studies across its member states to map current emission levels and identify major sources of air pollution. It is focusing particularly on transport systems and rapidly growing urban areas, and guide practical measures to reduce pollution. Dr Samuel Ogallah, the Climate Change Coordinator at the AUC,
Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga has revealed that the government plans to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport. The announcement signals a major change to one of the country’s most recognisable national landmarks. Mr Ayariga made this known while addressing journalists ahead