Day: June 24, 2025

Tamale: AppCyclers, an indigenous social enterprise, has launched the Northern Ghana Plastic Waste Reboot Initiative to tackle plastic pollution and promote sustainable livelihoods. It is aimed at improving plastic waste collection and recycling across the northern part of the country. According to Ghana News Agency, the initiative is supported by TRANSFORM, a global impact accelerator spearheaded by Unilever, the UK Government’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, and EY. Mr Agudor Agabas, Chief Executive Officer of AppCyclers, in a statement after the launch in Tamale, said the initiative sought to create a scalable, tech-driven model that fostered environmental sustainability while empowering

Accra: The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 10 new Mpox infections over the past week, raising the country’s total case count to 117. According to Ghana News Agency, the Service reported no hospitalisations or deaths and stated it remained vigilant across all 16 regions, actively monitoring cases through its surveillance system. It added that regional health directorates have activated public health measures, including contact tracing, to prevent further spread. The GHS said it was working closely with the Ministry of Health to implement appropriate containment strategies. Earlier this month, Prof. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, Director-General of the Ghana Health Service,

Dambai: Mr. Nelson Kofi Djabab, Member of Parliament (MP) for Krachi East constituency, has officially commenced the construction of a modern Accident and Emergency Complex at the Dambai Polytechnic. According to Ghana News Agency, the project is a collaborative effort involving Avmarg Solution and Renes Sanae Foundation. The upcoming 30-bed facility will include bed triage and ward surgical units aimed at enhancing emergency healthcare and trauma care services for over 110,435 residents of Krachi East. The MP emphasized his dedication to addressing the healthcare needs of his constituents, expressing that the well-being of his people is a priority and he

Sunyani: INNORIGHTS Ghana, a child rights non-governmental organization, has urged the United Nations (UN) and regional blocks to engage in inclusive negotiations to protect the lives and dignity of children as the Israel-Iran conflict escalates. According to Ghana News Agency, INNORIGHTS Ghana is dedicated to promoting the welfare and rights of vulnerable children worldwide. In a statement issued and signed by Mr. Peter Boateng, the Executive Officer of INNORIGHTS Ghana, the organization called on the UN and regional bodies to ensure the protection of innocent children and uphold international humanitarian laws. The statement, made available to the Ghana News Agency,

Adaklu: Irate youth from Adaklu Waya and adjoining communities have destroyed the animal market at Adaklu, citing their disapproval of the alleged murder of one Wonder Deku, alias Bullet, an Okada rider from the area. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Eugene Akpatsah, Assemblyman for Adaklu Waya, disclosed this information on the sidelines of a meeting held by Adaklu chiefs, warlords, youth leaders, and landowners. The meeting was convened by Togbe Gbogbi Atsa V, Paramount Chief and President of the Adaklu Traditional Council at Adaklu Abuadi, to find a lasting solution to the destruction of lives and food crops by

Accra: The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Accra Metropolitan Directorate, in partnership with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), has participated in this year’s African Vaccination Week (AVW) and Child Health Promotion Week (CHPW) by organizing various programmes. According to Ghana News Agency, the joint campaign was held under the theme ‘Every Child Deserves a Healthy Future: Attend Weighing Regularly’. Mr. Stanley Quaynor, the Accra Metro Director of the NCCE, highlighted their public education efforts focusing on the importance of routine child immunisation for children aged zero to two years. The campaign also advocated for regular weighing, exclusive breastfeeding, and

Tema: The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested seven suspects for robbery at Ashaiman Sakaska Park and Dagomba Junction in the Greater Accra Region. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement signed by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Dede Dzakpasu, Head of the Tema Regional Police Public Affairs Unit, indicated that initial inquiry revealed that a group of boys attacked and robbed complainants with a weapon and made away with an iPhone 12 Pro Max, a Samsung A03 core, a backpack which contained a Dell laptop with its charger, a power bank, an Infinix Hot 40i, and cash. The statement