A new national academic competition aimed at strengthening Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education in Ghana has been formally launched for private Senior High Schools.
The National Science and Maths Quiz for Private S…
On 7 January 2025, President John Dramani Mahama was sworn into office following a decisive mandate from the Ghanaian people in the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections. One year on, the question is no longer whether the governm…
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has said the 2025/2026 academic calendar for senior high schools remains unchanged.
In a press release dated January 2, the GES Management outlined provisions for off-campus learning for students in t…
A major fire outbreak at the Kasoa New Market on Sunday [January 4, 2026] destroyed property worth thousands of Ghana cedis.
According to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the blaze swept through significant portions of the ma…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that Ghana has begun diplomatic engagements with Ukraine to secure the release of a Ghanaian national currently being held by Ukrainian authorities as a prisoner of …
The government of Ghana has condemned what it describes as a unilateral and unauthorised military invasion of Venezuela by the United States, which resulted in the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flor…
The management of Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has procured and handed over fresh operational vehicles for the refinery.
The new vehicles are to significantly enhance and strengthen the operational efficiency of the refinery.
They compr…
Plans are underway to establish a dedicated Remand Centre in Bolgatanga to address mounting operational and justice delivery challenges confronting the Ghana Prisons Service in the Upper East Region.
Mr Donatus Atanga Akamugri, …
Institute for Education Studies (IFEST), has urged the government to improve educational infrastructure as part of efforts to enhance access to quality education.
They believe that although the Mahama government has introduced polic…
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a public weather advisory for the 2025/2026 Harmattan season, warning of an unusually delayed and generally weak dry period, with occasional severe dust episodes expected in the north and…
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is urging motorists to ensure they complete the full transfer-of-ownership process when buying or selling vehicles, warning that failure to do so could expose them to serious legal risk…
Why not try these science-backed tips to get more happiness in your life?
Some people are born to be happier than others. But whether you're the kind of person who sings in the shower and dances in the rain, or of a more dour inclin…
Worshippers from all walks of life converged at the OIC Park for the Watchnight Service of Cedar Mountain Chapel, Assemblies of God (CMC), East Legon, dubbed “Crossing Over on Eagle’s Wings.”
The service was led by Rev. Stephen Weng…
President John Dramani Mahama has in his 2026 New Year message lauded Ghana’s credentials as beacon of democracy on the African continent.
“We in Ghana have proved in 2025 that democracy works, that peaceful transitions of power strengthe…
The University for Development Studies (UDS) has reiterated the need for postgraduate research to go beyond the pursuit of academic grades and focus on delivering lasting value to society.
This came to the fore at the opening of the 4th…
From channelling your anger to writing lists and singing more often – here are some science-backed tips to boost your wellbeing.
The start of a new year can seem like the ideal time to make a fresh start – to shrug off the worries a…
The National Communications Authority (NCA), in a multi-agency collaboration, has announced a fresh offensive against internet streaming piracy of pay-TV content, citing severe financial losses to the state and creative sector, alongside…
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) has inaugurated two key boards — the Ghana Irrigation Development Authority Board and the Fertilizer Council — as part of efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity under the Feed Ghana Pr…
A durbar has been held at Ada in the Greater Accra Region to commemorate the 44th anniversary of the 31st December Revolution, an event organisers say remains a defining moment in Ghana’s political history.
The commemorative activity …
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that, effective today, January 2, 2026, it has moved from the “25” to the “26” vehicle number plate suffix, following delays in the rollout of a new registration regime.
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The habit of drinking a glass of orange juice can have a considerable effect on your health.
If you're anything like me, then your idea of breakfast heaven includes an ice-cold glass of freshly squeezed orange juice. The trouble is …
Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Maxwell Owusu, of the Department of Anthropology and formerly Research Scientist, Center for Research on Economic Development at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Michigan, U.S.A, has recently donated…
President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana’s internationally acclaimed Reset Agenda is restoring public trust in the country’s democratic system while strengthening accountability and governance.
In his New Year’s message to the natio…
Students of the University of Ghana are expressing concern following a significant increase in academic fees for the 2025/2026 academic year, with increments exceeding 25 percent across all colleges.
Although university manageme…
Some oil marketing companies (OMCs) have started implementing marginal reductions in ex-pump fuel prices at the start of the New Year, marking the first pricing window for January.
The reductions are expected to provide modest relie…
Ghanaians welcomed the New Year with vibrant street parties, fireworks, and massive church watchnight services, blending spiritual reflection with festive celebration as families cleaned homes, shared meals, and gathered for crossover se…
The Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Church of Ghana (ECG), Maxwell K.K. Liwangol, has called on citizens to adopt a new mindset and play an active role in complementing the government's efforts to tackle key national development chal…
The New Birth Assembly International (NBAI) a Christ-centered and mission-driven church has held its annual convention at Logba Alakpiti in the Afadjato South District of the Volta Region.
The convention coincided with their 50th an…
President John Dramani Mahama has declared that Ghana is “rising again” after a year of economic stabilisation and reforms, pledging an accelerated expansion of social, economic and governance programmes in 2026 under his Reset Agenda.
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In a nationally televised New Year’s address on Thursday evening, President John Dramani Mahama declared that Ghana is steadily recovering from economic distress and firmly charting a path of renewal.
Marking the approach of his admin…
The 2025 Bono Regional Best Farmer, Mr Daniel Takyi, has observed that agriculture in the Bono Region was increasingly losing its youthful labour force to illegal mining (galamsey), which many young people consider more financially attract…
President John Dramani Mahama has signed the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) bill into law, formally ushering Ghana into a regulated virtual assets ecosystem and marking a significant milestone in the country’s financial sector …
Scroll through social media and you'd be forgiven for thinking saunas and cold plunges are close to a miracle cure, boosting immunity, burning fat and fixing everything from sore joints to low mood.
But the reality, experts say, is mo…
Due to an extraordinary global response of over 134,000 registrations from 214 countries, the submission deadline has been extended.
Nurses worldwide can submit their nominations via www.asterguardians.com
The Aster…
The Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) has reminded the government to implement the unique salary structure for its members, despite years of negotiations and signed agreements.
According to the associatio…
An Information technology (IT) based organisation in Ho, Young and Safe MEL has ended a training workshop for public institutions in the Ho Municipality on effective data collection and it’s relevance to managing institutions.
The wor…
The latest Global InfoAnalytics poll indicates that the race to replace President John Dramani Mahama within the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has become increasingly competitive, with no candidate commanding a decisive le…
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has advised that people should verify all parcel delivery and clearance messages with courier companies before making any payments, following a rise in fraudulent parcel delivery and clearance scams dur…
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has confirmed that the effective implementation date of the Value Added Tax Act, 2025 (Act 1151), will be January 1, 2026, giving businesses and taxpayers a period to prepare for sweeping reforms in th…
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested two men for unlawful possession of 2,600 rounds of AK-47 ammunition.
The arrest occurred at the Kantanso Asankare Police Barrier during a routine check on December, 26, 2025.
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The Africa Future Leadership Institute of Global Affairs (AFLIGA) has launched its Policy Brief and Report as part of the 2025 edition of its Thought Leadership Series, renewing continental debate on women’s leadership, inclusive governa…
Thirteen new cases of Mpox had been confirmed by the Ghana Health Service (GHS) as of December 22, 2025, bringing the cumulative number of recorded nationwide cases to 947.
In an update on the outbreak, the GHS also reported two new…
The newly licensed intrathecal gene therapy expands life-changing treatment options for children and adults affected by SMA
Medcare Women & Children Hospital has successfully administered a pioneering intrathecal gene therapy for…
As part of efforts to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, two smart classroom projects have been commissioned at the Battor Senior High Technical School (BASEC) and Aveyime-Battor Senior High School…
The National Anti Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has raided illegal mining sites in Akyem Oda, Birim Central Municipality, arresting five Chinese nationals for illicit mining along the Birim River.
Two excavators…
Moderator of the Evangelical Presbyterian (EP) Church, Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr Lt. Col. Bliss Divine Agbeko has called on Ghanaians to pursue purity of self and character as the foundation for personal, spiritual and national renewal.
In …
A Ministerial Advisory Board for the Ministry of Defence was Inaugurated in Accra yesterday (December 29, 2025).
The nine -member Advisory Board is to support the Ministry to deliver on its mandate.
The member include Munster of Fi…
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has warned civilians against attacking firefighters on duty, cautioning that perpetrators risk prosecution and sanctions.
Recent incidents include civilians assaulting fire personnel over delay…
Many people struggle to do the recommended amount of exercise each week. But research suggests even a small amount has powerful effects.
There's no question that exercise is good for the heart. Regular exercise lowers blood pressure…
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