Day: June 24, 2025

Accra: Coalition for Cruelty Free Africa (CFCFA), supported by various international animal protection organizations, is intensifying its campaign to end dog and cat meat trade and animal sacrifices across several countries. According to Ghana News Agency, the Coalition condemned these acts of cruelty and abuse, which it says are prevalent in nations including China, Togo, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Zambia, Tanzania, Congo, Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, India, and Southeast Asia. The CFCFA highlighted a tragic surge in the mass slaughter of dogs, cats, and other animals for consumption and ritualistic sacrifices, particularly during summer months. ‘Regions such as Yulin in

Accra: A 30-year-old driver, Ebenezer Nii Adjei, has been sentenced to 12 months imprisonment by an Accra Circuit Court for stealing GHS100,000 from his employer. Adjei, who pleaded guilty, admitted using the funds to buy a car and motorbike, and to rent and furnish an apartment. The judge, Mrs. Susan Eduful, was informed that the vehicle and motorbike had since been recovered. According to Ghana News Agency, Chief Inspector Clemence Takyi informed the court that the complainant, Alidu Arimiyaw, an event organiser from Nungua, had employed Adjei for some time. On May 21, 2025, while on duty together, Arimiyaw left

Accra: A 52-year-old steel bender has been jailed for six months by an Accra court after attacking a colleague with a machete, alleging the victim attempted to snatch his girlfriend. According to Ghana News Agency, Kojo Senagbe, initially charged with causing harm, changed his plea from not guilty to guilty after spending time on remand. The court, presided over by Mr. Kwabena Kodua Obiri Yeboah, convicted him accordingly and imposed a GHS7,200 fine, with a further six-month prison term in default. He was also ordered to compensate the victim with GHS5,000. Chief Inspector Belinda Asante told the court that both

Accra: A 38-year-old pastor, Wisdom Kwame Adu, also known as Agya, has been granted GHS150,000 bail with two sureties, one of which must be justified with landed property, for allegedly stealing from his late friend. Adu, who has pleaded not guilty, is accused of stealing a Range Rover, an ATM card, and GHS27,000. According to Ghana News Agency, ASP Issah Achiburi stated that the complainant, Mr. Samuel Awuku Darko, is the elder brother of the deceased, Emmanuel Offei, who lived in Akropong Akuapem. Adu, a friend of Offei, resides at Korleyman, near Medea. Offei was hospitalized at Korle Bu Teaching

Kumasi: The Ashanti Regional Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) has achieved a significant breakthrough by dismantling a criminal syndicate implicated in a series of targeted vehicle thefts in the Kumasi Metropolis. According to Ghana News Agency, the Ashanti Regional Police Command has recently received numerous reports regarding individuals who, after withdrawing substantial sums of money from financial institutions, were subsequently followed and had their vehicles forcibly entered. The thefts predominantly occurred when victims left their vehicles unattended, allowing the perpetrators, often utilizing Toyota Highlander vehicles, to gain access through master keys or by breaking in. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Mr.

Accra: The Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, has urged Chinese manufacturers to take advantage of Ghana’s 24-hour economy initiative, highlighting it as a major incentive for profitable investment. Speaking at the opening of a Ghana-China business summit in Accra, Mr. Debrah described the initiative as a three-shift system designed to enhance productivity. According to Ghana News Agency, the government is introducing a 24-hour economy as part of its flagship programs, aiming to expand production capacity by allowing businesses to operate round the clock with various incentives. This initiative was discussed under the theme ‘Synergising Opportunities: Strengthening the Ghana-China Relationship

Accra: The AfriKan Continental Union Consult (ACUC) has praised China for granting zero-tariff access to African countries, suggesting this move signifies a fundamental shift away from exploitation. Dr. Benjamin Anyagre Aziginaateeg, Chief Executive Officer of ACUC, emphasized that China’s approach reflects a genuine partnership rather than exploitation. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr. Aziginaateeg highlighted that the elimination of tariffs, coupled with infrastructure investments and capacity-building programs, underscores a comprehensive strategy for mutual development and shared prosperity. He cited quantifiable outcomes from infrastructure projects, increased trade volumes, and enhanced agricultural productivity as evidence of the partnership’s profound impact on African