Day: July 28, 2025

Tema: The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) is set to embark on an extensive dredging initiative at the Tema Port to increase the harbour’s depth, allowing it to accommodate larger vessels. This development was disclosed by Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, the Director General of GPHA, during a media briefing. According to Ghana News Agency, Brigadier Tanye-Kulono announced that preparations for the dredging project are well underway, with actual work anticipated to commence by the end of next August. Currently, the depth of Tema Port stands at approximately eight meters, but the GPHA plans to increase it to between

Toase: The Atwima Mponua Rural Bank PLC recorded an impressive financial performance in the 2024 fiscal year, reflecting significant growth across all key indicators. According to Ghana News Agency, the bank posted a profit before tax of GHS14.8 million and profit after tax of GHS11.6 million. Total income from all sources rose to GHS43.0 million in 2024, up from GHS24.1 million in 2023. Mrs. Constance Phyllis Puttick, Board Chairperson of the bank, attributed the strong performance to prudent management decisions, sound corporate governance, and market-driven strategies. She made the remarks at the bank’s 41st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at

Tadzewu: A severely damaged culvert on the Tadzewu-Gefia road at Dadame, near Wovenu Senior High Technical School, poses a deadly threat to motorists and commuters, prompting urgent calls for swift government intervention. The culvert, which has been in disrepair for over three years, has eroded more than half of the roadway, leaving a deep and dangerous cavity. So far, it has reportedly claimed one life and left another person with serious injuries. According to Ghana News Agency, motorists and residents described the situation as dire, expressing frustration over the lack of response despite multiple appeals and public protests. Seth Dzotefe,

Accra: Dr. Cephas K. Akortor, General Secretary of Medical Laboratory Professional Workers’ Union (MELPWU) has renewed calls for a Medical Laboratory Science Council to guarantee direct representation on national regulatory bodies, standard-setting agencies, and key health policy-making platforms. Speaking at the Fourth Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Society of Medical Laboratory Managers (SMLM)-Ghana in Ho, Dr. Akortor said such a council would eliminate dependence on third-party advocates unfamiliar with the profession’s intricacies. It would also align Ghana with international best practices where independent councils, such as the UK’s Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Canada’s Medical Laboratory Professionals’

Ketu north: Ketu North MCE Rev. Martin Amenaki has assured residents that the long-standing vision of transforming Ehi into a modern, well-connected community will be realized during President John Dramani Mahama’s administration. Speaking at the official launch of the 2025 Ehi Nutome Gali Za Festival, Rev. Amenaki stated that the transformation will be anchored on the rehabilitation and construction of key roads linking Ehi to surrounding communities. These road projects would improve transportation, stimulate economic activity, and enhance access to essential services. According to Ghana News Agency, Rev. Amenaki disclosed that contractors have already inspected road networks in the area

Accra: The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has called on exporters to make full use of the newly implemented 24-hour port operations at Ghana’s ports to ensure timely clearance of their goods. Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, Director-General of GPHA, emphasized this point during a recent media interaction, highlighting the importance of early cargo clearance to avoid additional costs such as rent and demurrage. According to Ghana News Agency, Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono stressed that early clearance would also contribute to reducing congestion at the ports, as the extended operational hours at Tema and Takoradi ports would expedite cargo processing.

Adaklu: A herdsman of Fulani extraction was on Sunday arrested after allegedly attempting to murder a farmer at Avedo, near Atikogbekope, in the Adaklu Torda Electoral Area of the Volta Region. The suspect, identified only as Babuga, was overpowered by the victim, Mr. Seth Atamah, and subsequently handed over to the Adaklu Waya Police for investigation. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Belove Akpalu, Assemblyman for the Adaklu Torda Electoral Area, confirmed the incident. He said Mr. Atamah had brought the suspect to him before the police were involved. Narrating the events, Mr. Akpalu said Mr. Atamah had gone to