Day: September 4, 2025

Accra: International human rights and anti-corruption advocate, Mr. Raphael Godlove Ahenu, has criticized the government’s decision to lift the ban on the sale and allocation of state lands. Describing the decision as “unnecessary and potentially dangerous,” he explained that the ban was first introduced to safeguard and protect public property from indiscriminate disposal and misuse. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Ahenu, who is also the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Global Media Foundation (GloMeF), a media advocacy NGO, emphasized that the policy aims to ensure accountability, transparency, and proper management of state assets for the benefit of

Sekondi: The Ghana Navy, under the auspices of the Western Naval Command (WNC), Sekondi, is set to commemorate the Navy Memorial Day Anniversary with a four-day line-up of activities in honour of the service and sacrifice of fallen naval personnel. According to Ghana News Agency, this year’s commemoration will be observed from Thursday, September 11 to Sunday, September 14, 2025, on the theme: ‘Sacrifice, Service, and Sovereignty: Legacy of the Ghana Navy.’ A statement issued by the WNC Public Relations Office announced that the first day will feature a medical outreach at the Sekondi Methodist Park, offering free medical screening

Accra: The United Nations (UN) is liaising with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) to provide Africa with the requisite technical and financial support to enhance accelerated renewable energy development. The collaboration is to complement efforts for the realisation of the World Bank’s Mission 300, which seeks to catalyse decisive action and drive sustainable energy solutions on the continent by 2030. According to Ghana News Agency, programmes like Mission 300, supported by US$48 billion in concessional funding, demonstrate the power of public-private partnerships to electrify 300 million Africans, noted Ms Damilola Ogunbiyi, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Special Representative of

Accra: The Open-Source Gun Incidence Report of the National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons (NACSA) stated that 54 gun-related violent incidents were recorded in the second quarter of 2025. The report highlights a rising trend in gun-related crimes, with the Ashanti Region experiencing the highest number of incidents at 21. According to Ghana News Agency, the Eastern and Upper East regions followed with eight and seven incidents, respectively. The report, signed by Mr. Carl Nii Anyetei Sowah, the Acting Head of Communications and Media, indicated that gun violence was reported in 11 out of the 16 regions during

According to ghana news agency:ccording to Ghana News Agency, the initiative aims to clear traders, hawkers, and drivers who have encroached on pedestrian walkways and major roads near the central market. Mr. Henry Yao Amesimeku, Ho Municipal Coordinating Director, highlighted that the congestion issue originated last year, when commercial vehicles, traders, and food vendors began operating on main streets and walkways, creating significant traffic and safety concerns. Mr. Amesimeku noted that prior attempts to resolve the issue were suspended for various reasons. However, the Assembly resumed discussions with transport unions earlier this year, holding over six meetings with leadership to

Accra: Players in Ghana’s food value chain will be converging on September 10 at a summit anticipated to shape the future of food production, processing, and consumption in the country. The ‘Sustainable Food Systems Summit’ is to be held at the Accra International Conference Centre, on the theme: ‘Building Resilient Food Systems for Economic Growth, Environmental Sustainability and Nutritional Security.’ According to Ghana News Agency, stakeholders, including government officials, private sector players, farmer groups, researchers, development partners, and civil society organisations, will explore practical pathways to improve policies and regulatory frameworks to promote a favourable environment for agribusiness. Speaking at

Accra: Mrs. Elizabeth Adjei, a former Ambassador to Spain, has called on African leaders to explore and establish new economic alliances to foster development and prosperity. She emphasized that in today’s rapidly changing global landscape, Africa can no longer depend on outdated economic agreements to achieve prosperity, labeling them as “no longer fit for purpose.” According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Adjei made these remarks during the inaugural African Diplomacy and Business Dialogue (AfDiB 2025) held in Accra. She highlighted the importance of considering new and emerging economic blocs that promise a stable and prosperous future for all. Mrs. Adjei