Cape Town: The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) is set to underline the pivotal role played by African Mining Chambers in spearheading policy reform, promoting governance transparency, and fostering partnerships among governments, industry stakehold…
Sampa: The Sampa protracted chieftaincy dispute in the Jaman North District of the Bono Region turned deadly on Wednesday, as two feuding traditional factions engaged in a firefight that resulted in one fatality and a police officer sustaining severe gunshot wounds. According to Ghana News Agency, the Bono Regional Security Council (REGSEC) responded by deploying military police reinforcements to restore order in the township, where many residents remained indoors due to the unrest. Mr. George Adane, the Jaman North District Chief Executive, confirmed in a telephone interview that the injured police officer is currently receiving treatment at the Sampa Government
Wudzedeke: World Vision Ghana has commissioned solar-powered mechanized boreholes for the residents of Wudzedeke and Bedzame in the Agortime-Ziope District of the Volta Region. This initiative marks the end of years of water scarcity and associated health issues in the area. According to Ghana News Agency, the borehole was initially drilled in 2021 by the Haven Hand of Rescue Project. It was later mechanized by World Vision and officially handed over to the communities in a ceremony attended by local leaders and community members. Dr. Gregory Allgood, Director of Water at World Vision US, noted the dire situation when they
Abidjan: Tax revenues are the catalyst for more inclusive growth in Côte d’Ivoire, as highlighted in the recent report, *A Catalyst for Productivity and Economic Transformation*. The report examines the country’s recent economic progress and delves in…
Accra: Fire has destroyed a warehouse and at least six residential houses at Laterbiokorshie in Accra. The blaze, which started on Tuesday afternoon, is believed to have originated from a Chinese-owned warehouse storing highly combustible materials like shoes and bags. According to Ghana News Agency, an eyewitness, whose name has been withheld, reported seeing flames in the sky and rushed to the scene to help extinguish the fire at 1500 hours. The eyewitness recounted, “When I came here, I saw six houses burning and in flames. So I saw the firefighters here trying their best to extinguish the fire.” The
Accra: A driver’s mate, identified as Isaac Peprah, has been sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to stealing multiple items, including laptops and a fridge, from the Ministry of Finance. Peprah, who is 26 years old, was convicted on his own plea at the Adabraka District Court. According to Ghana News Agency, Peprah admitted to the charge of stealing but denied accusations of unlawful entry and causing damage. Despite his denial, the trial Judge, Mrs. Abena Owusu Omenyo, decided not to pursue these additional charges, leading to their dismissal upon his conviction and sentencing. The incident occurred
Cape coast: The Luckiest Africa, a prominent gaming organization, has extended its generosity to the Oguaa Traditional Council by donating a wide array of items as part of its contribution to this year’s Fetu Afahye festival. According to Ghana News Agency, the donation consisted of cartons of assorted soft drinks, cartons of beer, bottles of schnapps, packs of bottled water, a 43-inch television set, and an undisclosed sum of money. The items were received by Nana Kojo Krah I, the Chief of Staff, and Nana Ekua Abookyi VI, the Paramount Queen Mother of Oguaaman, who both expressed their gratitude for