Financial clearance secured for 13,500 unpaid nurses, midwives – Health Minister

Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has stated that the government has made significant progress in resolving the issue of unpaid salaries and allowances affecting health workers across the country. Addressing the media in Accra on Monday, October 13, Mr Akandoh revealed that

Two suspects arrested over plot to assassinate chief of Akyem Kwabeng

Two suspects have been arrested by the Eastern South Regional Police Command for allegedly plotting to assassinate Daasebre Ayimadu Kantamanto II, Chief of Akyem Kwabeng and Gyasehene of Akyem Abuakwa State. They are Seth Butuakwa, 48, and Emelia Akua Asor 47. A statement

Sickle cell patient appeals for financial assistance

An 18-year-old junior high school (JHS) student with sickle cell anaemia is appealing for financial assistance and support from the government, non-governmental organisations, agencies, and philanthropists.  In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, Mr William Darkeh, the father of Kekeli Darkeh, the

Breast cancer not spiritual, seek medical care – herbalist urges women

A herbal medicine practitioner, has stressed the need for women to seek urgent medical attention when they find something unusual in their breast, instead of resorting to prayer camps and herbal medicine for treatment.  Apostle Dr Samuel Amagashi, Chief Executive Officer of Dr

Five dead in gory accident at Tano-Odumase

A tragic road accident at Tano-Odumase, near Agona in the Sekyere South District of the Ashanti Region, has claimed the lives of five people. The incident occurred late on Thursday, October 9, 2025, and involved a VIP bus and a Hyundai Elantra. In

Ghana remains steadfast in its pursuit of gender equality – John Mahama

Ghana remains steadfast in its pursuit of gender equality and the empowerment of women,” President John Dramani Mahama, has said.  Speaking at the opening ceremony of the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing, China, President Mahama said under his leadership and in

Cybercrime Unit grabs 10 suspects over fake online food delivery sites 

The Ghana Police Service, through the Cybercrime Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), has arrested 10 suspects for allegedly creating fake online food delivery platforms to defraud unsuspecting customers.  A press release copied to the Ghana News Agency on Monday named the

Ghana qualifies for 2026 World Cup with victory over Comoros

The Black Stars of Ghana finished their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign with a 1-0 victory over Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday evening. A second half strike from star boy Mohammed Kudus was enough to seal victory for the Black

Tragic Volta Lake boat incident near Kete Krachi claims 15 lives

The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) has confirmed a fatal boat disaster that occurred on the Volta Lake near Kete Krachi on Saturday, October 11, 2025, resulting in a devastating loss of 15 lives.  According to GMA, preliminary reports indicate that the boat was grossly

2,470 Ghanaians in U.S. ICE detention awaiting deportation

A total of 2,470 Ghanaian nationals are currently being held in detention facilities across the United States awaiting deportation, according to new figures from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The number represents one of the highest on record for Ghana and underscores