Day: August 4, 2025

Accra: Cabinet has approved the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources’ proposal to implement and transition the Community Mining Scheme (CMS) and the National Alternative Employment and Livelihood Programme (NAELP) into the responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP). This approval aligns with President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to generate sustainable employment through responsible cooperative mining. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued by Ama Mawusi Mawueyefia, Director of Communications, Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, highlighted that the new initiative will serve as Ghana’s flagship programme for reforming artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM). This reform will integrate

Atwima nwabiagya south: Mr. Wisdom Osei Boamah, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Atwima Nwabiagya South in the Ashanti Region, has urged the community to engage actively in maintaining environmental sanitation. He emphasized that ensuring a clean environment is a shared responsibility that demands the involvement and commitment of all community stakeholders. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Osei Boamah conveyed this message after participating in cleanup exercises with community members in Gyankobaa, Nerebehi, and Akrofrom. He highlighted the importance of one’s environment as a reflection of their status and dignity in society, explaining that it not only portrays an individual’s

Ada: The government has pledged massive infrastructure projects for the people of Ada, focusing on road construction, construction of markets and rehabilitation, and provision of potable water. According to Ghana News Agency, this announcement was made during a speech read on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama by Ms. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo at the 88th anniversary of the Asafotufiami Festival in Ada. As part of the ‘Big Push’ initiative and the ’24 Hour Plus Economy’ policy, the government is investing $13.8 billion into road and infrastructure projects nationwide. The Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of administration disclosed that

Accra: The National Insurance Commission (NIC) has announced a new strategic direction aimed at extending insurance coverage to the informal sector, which constitutes the majority of Ghana’s workforce. The initiative seeks to provide financial security and hope to a demographic that has traditionally been underserved by the insurance industry. According to Ghana News Agency, this was disclosed by Dr. Abiba Zakariah, Commissioner, NIC, during the 3iC Inclusive Insurance Innovation Challenge held in Accra. After an intense pitch competition featuring 10 insurance companies, Agricom Assurance emerged as first, while Wellmax took the second position and Resolut Business Solutions Limited secured the

Accra: A fire outbreak at the Accra Tourist Information Centre early Monday caused extensive damage but was swiftly contained, with no casualties reported. The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed the incident occurred at approximately 0102 hours, with the first fire engine arriving within minutes. According to Ghana News Agency, a statement issued said the blaze, intensified by strong winds, was brought under control by 0332 hours and fully extinguished by 0635 hours. It indicated that the affected areas include the International Affairs Department, the Ghana Tourism Authority Call Centre, offices of the Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA), and

Sissala: The Sissala Youth Forum has commended President John Dramani Mahama for his renewed commitment to improving road infrastructure in the Upper West Region, particularly the Sissala area, to drive inclusive development. According to Ghana News Agency, in a statement jointly signed by its National President, Mr Sidiki Mumuni, and Deputy Secretary, Mr Shakuul Saani Chiraa, the Forum described the government’s announcement in the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review to prioritize the construction and rehabilitation of critical roads in the area as timely and transformational. The group noted that the poor state of roads in the region had long impeded economic

Bono east: The Ghana Police Service has denied claims of raiding the residence of Mr. Ibrahim Baba Bukari, Bono East Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). In a statement copied to the Ghana News Agency, the Police stated, “We wish to categorically state that the claim is false. The Police have not undertaken any such raid.” According to Ghana News Agency, preliminary investigations revealed that on Friday, August 1, 2025, at about 0120 hours, officers from the Bono East Regional Police Command, acting on intelligence, responded to an active robbery incident in Techiman. The suspects were spotted scaling