A study has revealed that five out of 10 boys between the ages of four and 17, who are supposed to be in school, are out of the classroom in 20 districts across the five regions in northern Ghana. 

The mother tongue policy was propounded by the colonial regime to make children assimilate lessons properly.

The week-long series of activities to mark the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebration has been described as the best since its introduction.

Education is not a privilege; it is a fundamental human right.

The European Union (EU), in partnership with the Government of Ghana and Oxfam, has held its maiden “Orange Terrace Talk”, a space to reflect and strengthen collective resolve to end all forms of gender-based violence to mark this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.

The governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reiterated its commitment to the country’s constitutional two-term limit, stating categorically that it has no intention of supporting any amendment to allow a third presidential term.

The Vehicle Embossment Association of Ghana (VEMAG) has called on the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) to suspend the implementation of the new policy on digital number plates scheduled to take off from January next year. 

The 2024 election results have given Ghana a rare chance to protect its constitution and democracy.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has revived its domestic tax revenue compliance and enforcement exercise to compel taxpayers to voluntarily comply.

On August 6, 2025, Ghana was jolted by a national tragedy.

When chaos gave way to concessions, and sobriety triumphed amid controversy, the remains of Ghanaian music icon, Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, were finally interred last Saturday after months of uncertainty. 

The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unanimously endorsed the candidature of President John Mahama for the Chairmanship of the African Union.

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has dismissed claims that the United Nations pays Ghanaian peacekeeping troops $300 per day, describing the assertions as a deliberate attempt to incite personnel against the military high command.

DECEMBER is the biggest month for Ghanaian businesses, with customers spending money on celebrations, travel, gifts, and personal delights.

Sales soar, stores fill, and demand feels magical. However, many firms struggle in the first quarter because they view Christmas purchasers as one-time clients.

December customers are already familiar with your brand and have tried your products. With the appropriate techniques, they can become devoted customers who will support your company until 2026.  

THE Garden City of West Africa, as the Ashanti regional capital is sometimes referred to, has been a bastion of notable gospel music in Ghana for many years and the Gentle Ministry and Prayer Camp at Atwima Kokoben in Kumasi is making efforts to help sustain the tradition.

The church has instituted a monthly programme called ‘Songs of Praise’ which showcases the singing and compositional abilities of young members. 

A week to Christmas and the world is already undergoing its annual transformation. (Forget WASSCE results for now).

Even here in Ghana—where “winter” is just the harmattan teasing your nostrils—the festive spirit arrives like an eager auntie who shows up too early and immediately rearranges the furniture.

Soon, homes will sparkle with decorations inside and out; tinsel will trail curtains, and front yards will sport inflatable Santas quietly sweating under the tropical sun. 

FRIENDSHIP in marriage creates a space of intimacy where two hearts share their deepest thoughts and feelings.

When you feel accepted and approved as a friend, it becomes easy to open up to each other. You become genuinely interested in your spouse—how he or she feels, what matters to them and what makes them come alive.

With true friendship in marriage, your activities and interests become richer because you share them with your favourite person. You enjoy more of the things you do because of your connection with your loved one. 

In last week’s edition, I tried to remind you that Christmas is approaching and I hope I succeeded in drawing your attention to it.

Now, in this week’s edition, I am going to attempt to answer this question: Christmas is approaTRENDching, and so what? Yes, and so what?

There is a lot, a lot to consider when we hit the festive season, like where we are. 

Dear Mirror Lawyer, l have been married to my husband for about 15 years. The early years of our marriage were very rosy.

However, things changed when my husband began to drink heavily. At first, he would yell at me during disagreements, but over time, his anger turned physical. 

On several occasions, he slapped me during arguments, leaving visible bruises on my fair skin. 

The United States has extradited nine Ghanaians involved in cybercrime and related offences from Ghana this year, the US Embassy in Accra has disclosed.

Cheating often feels exciting. Taking shortcuts seems sweet and stress-free. Bread eaten in secret can be tempting, especially when it’s stolen.

There is a certain relief in receiving on a silver platter what others struggle to carve out of a stone.

Back in high school, while many burned the midnight oil, some chased leaked examination papers instead. 

Studying seemed burdensome for them. Why thread the eye of a needle when there was a wider backdoor? What mattered most was reaching the destination, no matter the route.

The low condom use among the youth, especially adolescent girls and young women, is posing a serious challenge to efforts to reduce HIV infections in the Volta Region, the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has said.

There are currently 19,078 people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the Volta Region, representing 5.7 per cent of the total national population of PLHIV of 334,721.

They include 4,999 males above the age of 15 and 12,881 females above 15, in addition to 1,198 children.

As the festive season draws near, one of the most common scams resurfacing involves individuals claiming they have arrived in the country but are unable to access local currency.

Typical explanations include delayed forex, non-functioning bank cards, or funds that have “not yet cleared.”

However, a technology consultant, Mr Derek Laryea, is warning that any genuine person travelling from abroad this season was well prepared and had multiple options of financing emergencies long before they travelled.

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects in separate but related intelligence-led operations over the unlawful possession of firearms, narcotic substances and suspected stolen items, raising fresh concerns about the circulation of illegal weapons and drugs in parts of the capital.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging a “secret” recruitment exercise and the sale of teaching appointments within the Service, describing the assertions as false and misleading.