Priscilla Amoah (left), receiving the Best Graduating Student in Print Journalism from Charles Benoni Okine, Assistant Editor, Graphic Business.  Picture: ESTHER ADJORKOR ADJEI
Priscilla Amoah (left), receiving the Best Graduating Student in Print Journalism from Charles Benoni Okine, Assistant Editor, Graphic Business. Picture: ESTHER ADJORKOR ADJEI

Be audacious, unyielding in the face of obstacles - UniMAC graduates urged

Graduates of the University of Media, Arts and Communications (UniMAC), have been urged to be audacious in their endeavours, empathetic in their dealings and unyielding in the face of obstacles.

George Asiedu, Project Coordinator of GAMA Sanitation and Water Project, speaking at the workshop. Picture: CALEB VANDERPUYE
George Asiedu, Project Coordinator of GAMA Sanitation and Water Project, speaking at the workshop. Picture: CALEB VANDERPUYE

GAMA project raises GH¢47 million from household toilets construction

The Greater Accra Metropolitan Area Water and Sanitation Project (GAMA-SWP) has mobilised GH¢47 million from counterpart contributions from beneficiaries in the provision of household toilets since the project was rolled out in 2015 till date.

Delese Mimi Darko — FDA Boss
Delese Mimi Darko — FDA Boss

Using calcium carbide to ripen mangoes criminal — FDA

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has cautioned traders against the use of calcium carbide to ripen mangoes since it is hazardous and could negatively affect their health and that of consumers.

Godson Adzafi (left), Koforidua Area Manager of ASA Savings and Loans Limited, presenting one of the items to Chief Superintendent Francis Agyeiri Kwakye (2nd from right), Officer in charge of the Koforidua Prisons
Godson Adzafi (left), Koforidua Area Manager of ASA Savings and Loans Limited, presenting one of the items to Chief Superintendent Francis Agyeiri Kwakye (2nd from right), Officer in charge of the Koforidua Prisons

K'dua Prisons Health Centre receives support from ASA Savings

The Mile 50 branch of the microfinance institution, ASA Savings and Loans Limited, has presented medical equipment and medicines to the Koforidua Prisons Community Health Centre in the Eastern Region.

 Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong (left), a Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, commending Dr Senalo Kwabla Yawlui (right), author of the book, in Accra. Picture: SAMUEL TEI ADANO
Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong (left), a Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, commending Dr Senalo Kwabla Yawlui (right), author of the book, in Accra. Picture: SAMUEL TEI ADANO

Book on The Gambia post-electoral dispute unveiled in Accra

A new book that delves into the intervention of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in the December 2016 post-electoral dispute in The Gambia has been launched in Accra. 

Irchad Razaaly, European Union Ambassador to Ghana, launching the EU Month celebration in Accra. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA
Irchad Razaaly, European Union Ambassador to Ghana, launching the EU Month celebration in Accra. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA

EU Envoy launches Europe Month

The European Union (EU) delegation to Ghana has launched the Europe Month, stressing the importance of youth and skills development in sustainable development.

William Quaittoo, Chief Executive Officer of Tree Crops Development Authority, speaking to journalists
William Quaittoo, Chief Executive Officer of Tree Crops Development Authority, speaking to journalists

Scientists seek solutions to cashew cultivation challenges

Research scientists from 11 African countries have converged on Accra for a cashew research dialogue as part of the sixth Council of Ministers' Conference of the Consultative International Cashew Council (CICC). 

Cop dies in motorbike crash in Kumasi

A police officer with the Visibility Unit of the Ghana Police Service in Kumasi lost his life when he ran his motorbike into a stationary truck with registration number GM 445-13.

Tetteh Padi — Executive Director of the board
Tetteh Padi — Executive Director of the board

Refugee Board relocates Burkinabe asylum seekers

The Ghana Refugee Board (GRB) has started moving Burkinabe asylum seekers to the designated settlement it has put up at Zini in the Sissala West District in the Upper West Region. 

Police arrest driver after train crash on Tema-Mpakadan railway line
Police arrest driver after train crash on Tema-Mpakadan railway line

Police arrest driver after train crash on Tema-Mpakadan railway line

The Ghana Police Service has arrested the driver of a Hyundai truck, who allegedly abandoned his truck on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line, leading to a train crash on Thursday.

Truck parked on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line caused the train accident - Police

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a Hyundai truck driver for allegedly causing an accident, involving a Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) train on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line today, Thursday, April 18, 2024.

Western North Region most expensive for food in Ghana - New GSS report finds
Western North Region most expensive for food in Ghana - New GSS report finds

Western North Region most expensive for food in Ghana - New GSS report finds

The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) launched its second Food Price Variability report today at the Accra Technical University (ATU), revealing significant differences in food prices across the country.

Mr Eric Fann, African Regional Manager of Shantui Construction Machinery Co Ltd conducting Dr Winfred Hammond, (in hat) Ghana's Ambassador to China round the facility. With them are Mr Isaac Ofori Poku, (3rd right) Executive Board Chairman, Ghana Bauxite company amd Ms Yang Yang, (right)  CEO, Zonda Tec Ghana.
Mr Eric Fann, African Regional Manager of Shantui Construction Machinery Co Ltd conducting Dr Winfred Hammond, (in hat) Ghana's Ambassador to China round the facility. With them are Mr Isaac Ofori Poku, (3rd right) Executive Board Chairman, Ghana Bauxite company amd Ms Yang Yang, (right) CEO, Zonda Tec Ghana.

Zonda Tec, Shantui Construction lauded for establishing centre for knowledge transfer 

Ghana's Ambassador to China, Dr Winfred Nii Okai Hammond has commended Zonda Tec Ghana Limited and Shantui Construction Machinery Co. Ltd for establishing a training centre to provide hands-on training for young people in Ghana in the area of Heavy-duty vehicle assembling and maintenance.

OSP files fresh charges against Former PPA boss, Adjenim Boateng
OSP files fresh charges against Former PPA boss, Adjenim Boateng

Adjenim Boateng Adjei: OSP files fresh charges against Former PPA boss

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has slapped former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA), Adjenim Boateng Adjei with fresh criminal charges. 

Footage from the scene depicted the deceased officer lying motionless in a supine position, with his bike partially wedged under the truck.
Footage from the scene depicted the deceased officer lying motionless in a supine position, with his bike partially wedged under the truck.

Policeman dies in crash while pursuing traffic offender

A police officer from the Visibility Unit of the Ghana Police Service in Kumasi on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, tragically lost his life after colliding with a stationary truck while riding his motorbike.

 FDA warns against chemical ripening of mangoes
FDA warns against chemical ripening of mangoes

FDA warns against chemical ripening of mangoes

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a cautionary statement regarding the use of chemicals to accelerate the ripening of mangoes, citing potential health hazards.

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (left), Minister of Works and Housing, speaking during the meeting. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah (left), Minister of Works and Housing, speaking during the meeting. Picture: ELVIS NII NOI DOWUONA

Ministry invites proposals for Saglemi housing project

The Ministry of Works and Housing has called on private investors who are interested in assisting the government to complete and operationalise the Saglemi affordable housing project to submit their proposal.

Alan Kyerematen (right) and Dr Michael Abu Sakara Foster (left) interacting with some supporters after the launch
Alan Kyerematen (right) and Dr Michael Abu Sakara Foster (left) interacting with some supporters after the launch

I’ll form first representative government in nation’s history - Alan pledges

The founder and leader of the Movement for Change (M4C), Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, has pledged to lead a government that represents all segments of the country if elected as President in the upcoming presidential election. 

Main picture: The Kumasi 1 Thermal. Inset: President  Akufo-Addo commissioning the power plant at Anwomaso, Kumasi.  Looking on are Dr Mathew Opoku Prempeh (2nd from right), Minister of Energy, Simon Osei-Mensah (left), Ashanti Regional Minister, and other officials.  Pictures: EMMANUEL BAAH
Main picture: The Kumasi 1 Thermal. Inset: President Akufo-Addo commissioning the power plant at Anwomaso, Kumasi. Looking on are Dr Mathew Opoku Prempeh (2nd from right), Minister of Energy, Simon Osei-Mensah (left), Ashanti Regional Minister, and other officials. Pictures: EMMANUEL BAAH

President c’ssions Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commissioned the first phase of the Kumasi 1 Thermal Power Plant (K1TPP) at Anwomaso in the Oforikrom Municipality in the Ashanti Region, with a call on the private sector to make use of government investments in the power sector in the region to promote industrialisation and economic growth.

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