The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has launched a week-long training programme to equip masons and artisans with practical knowledge on producing high-quality concrete for construction projects. The initiative is a collaboration with the German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) and the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, aimed at improving construction … The post GSA,

THE La Dade Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA), in partnership with Rita Odorley Sowah, MP for La Dade-Kotopon, has donated assorted food items to three Muslim groups in the municipality to aid their fasting during Ramadan. The beneficiary mosques included Mother Mosque, Cantonment Police Mosque, and Kojo Sardine Mosque. Donations comprised bags of rice, sugar, cartons … The post LaDMA,

A MAN was arrested with more than 2,200 live garden ants in his luggage at Nairobi’s main airport this week amid a rise in cases of smuggling of the insects in Kenya. Chinese national Zhang Kequn, 27, was arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Tuesday while he was trying to leave the country, court … The post Man arrested in Kenya with over 2,000 live ants in luggage

The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has confirmed that its ongoing strike will continue until issues surrounding its salary structure are resolved with the government. The Executive Secretary of the association, Isaac Bampoe Addo, announced this while addressing members at the CLOGSAG office premises on Wednesday, March 12, 2026. He explained that … The post CLOGSAG

Management of the Metro Mass Transit Limited has accused the government of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of pursuing what it describes as a “create, loot and share” agenda in the sale of portions of the Opera Square Bus Terminal to a private developer. The Deputy Managing Director of the company, Haroun Apaw-Wiredu, raised … The post Metro

A security analyst, Richard Kumadoe, has urged the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, to stop commenting on the number of personnel to be recruited into the country’s security services. Mr Kumadoe made the remarks during an interview on on TV3 , March 12, 2026, while reacting to comments by the minister on the … The post Security analyst

The Minority in the Parliament of Ghana is demanding a refund of about GH¢113 million collected from applicants who failed to qualify in the ongoing security services recruitment. Addressing journalists in Parliament on Thursday, March 12, 2026, John Ntim Fordjour accused the government of exploiting unemployed youth through the recruitment exercise. He alleged that the … The post Minority

Administrator of the Minerals Development Fund, Hannah Louisa Bissiw, has appealed to supporters of the National Democratic Congress to remain patient as the government works to create employment opportunities. According to her on GHone TV today, March 12, 2026 the government led by John Dramani Mahama is taking steps to stabilise the economy and address … The post NDC

The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has clarified that the party’s ongoing online membership registration is open to all Ghanaians. He explained that the registration process allows anyone interested in joining the party to sign up, regardless of their previous political affiliation. Mr Kodua Frimpong made the remarks on Thursday … The post NPP

Malik Basintale, Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), has emphasised that strong and successful nations are built by empowering young people. He explained that when the youth are given the right opportunities, skills and support, they can contribute significantly to national development. Mr Basintale made the remarks while speaking at the Empower … The post Empowering

In the world of global philanthropy and international development, leadership often focuses on strategy, policy, and impact. Yet for Dr. Rasha Kelej, leadership is also about presence, authenticity, and inspiration. As the Chief Executive Officer ( CEO)of Merck Foundation and a driving force behind numerous initiatives empowering women and strengthening healthcare capacity across Africa, Dr. … The post Dr.

Member of Parliament for Damongo and Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abu Jinapor has questioned the decision by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to publicly disclose information about Ghana’s military collaboration with the United States and Nigeria. Mr Jinapor explained that if he were in the minister’s position, he … The post Abu

The Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called for stronger action to promote gender equity and create more opportunities for women in the workplace. She made the call in a Facebook post after joining staff at the Presidency of Ghana to mark International Women’s Day. The celebration was held under the theme “From Commitment to … The post Vice

Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has indicated that he may enter politics and contest the parliamentary seat for Ablekuma South if the people call on him to do so. According to him, his interest in politics would not be driven by wealth but by a desire to serve the interests of the people. Speaking in … The post I may contest Ablekuma South seat if people call on me- Shatta

Member of Parliament for Weija Gbawe and Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has called for the effective use of information technology to improve recruitment into Ghana’s security services. He explained that if digital systems are properly used, the recruitment process for the police, fire, immigration and other security agencies will become smoother and … The post Use

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has paid a courtesy call on the Nayiri of the Mamprugu Traditional Area, Naa Bohagu Mahami Abdulai Sheriga, at his palace in Nalerigu in the North East Region yesterday March 11, 2026. The visit formed part of his trip … The post Wontumi pays courtesy call

The National Commission on Culture has organised a conference for its Regional Directors and Accountants to strengthen coordination, financial accountability and performance across the institution. The conference brought together officials from different regions of the country to discuss administrative, financial and operational issues affecting the work of the Commission. Management of the Commission explained that … The post National

The Ghana National Gas Company has marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a call for stronger mentorship, collaboration and deliberate action to promote women’s participation and leadership in Ghana’s energy sector. The event, held under the theme “Give to Gain,” brought together government officials, industry leaders, students and women’s groups to reflect on the … The post Ghana

The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, has called on the public to report anyone demanding or paying money in connection with the ongoing security services recruitment process. He made the call in Parliament today when addressing concerns about alleged payments and the use of “protocol” to secure recruitment into the security services. According … The post Interior

The Ghana Music Awards USA (GMA-USA) has officially recognized a select group of distinguished individuals as Life Patrons during a special announcement. The Life Patron recognition is reserved for those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the advancement of Ghanaian music, both in the United States and globally, says Mr Emmanuel Kusi Mensah (Capito), the … The post Celebrating