Ghana

Ablakwa wins appeal against Boateng’s contempt suit, highlighting ongoing judicial harassment in Ghana and its impact on his parliamentary duties.

Ghana’s decision to host the 13th African Games in 2023 is proving to be a game-changer for the nation’s sporting landscape. According to Mustapha Ussif, the Minister for Youth and Sports, the significant investment in facilities has not only bolstered domestic training and competition but has also catapulted Ghana to the forefront of potential hosts for international sporting events.

A Ghanaian teacher trainee’s disappearance after leaving campus to retrieve a lost phone takes a tragic turn as her body is found murdered. The incident sparks safety concerns and calls for increased vigilance. Police are investigating the case.

Accra, Ghana is set for a major environmental push as the Ga Mantse launches a month-long clean-up campaign. “Let’s Keep Accra Clean” aims to tackle longstanding sanitation issues and create a cleaner, greener capital city. The initiative combines a city-wide clean-up day with educational programs, waste management reform, and community competitions.

Professor Rita Akosua Dickson, the first female Vice Chancellor of Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), has been reappointed for a second term. This historic decision extends her tenure until July 31, 2026.

A new report reveals a troubling trend of child marriage in Ghana’s Nkwanta North District, with over 1,000 children involved. Girls are disproportionately affected. Stakeholders including community leaders are working together to address this harmful practice through education and collaboration.

Starting July 1, 2024, all non-resident visitors entering Ghana will be required to have mandatory health insurance. This new policy ensures visitors have access to healthcare services during their stay and reduces the financial burden on Ghana’s healthcare system.

A gas station fire in Asufufu, Ghana, engulfed a nearby building and vehicles. Firefighters extinguished the blaze, but the incident raises concerns about safety protocols at gas stations. Investigations point to potential lapses during refueling.

A landmark agreement has been reached in Ghana’s public university sector, establishing a unified framework for lecturer pay, benefits, and working conditions. This agreement is seen as a major step forward in addressing long-standing concerns and fostering more stable labor relations.

After decades residing in Ghana, nearly 750 Liberian refugees have departed for their home country. This marks the beginning of a larger repatriation program aimed at returning a total of 4,300 Liberians to Liberia by June 2024. The program offers these individuals a chance to rebuild their lives but also faces challenges of reintegration.