Category: News

Kumasi: The Kumasi Zoological Gardens has achieved a remarkable milestone by being ranked as the most visited tourist site in the Ashanti Region and the fourth most visited in Ghana for 2024. According to Ghana News Agency, the zoo recorded 133,594 visitors last year, marking a significant achievement following 11 years of efforts by the zoo’s management. The zoo, located in the heart of the Ashanti Region, covers 1.5 acres and houses approximately 210 animals across 54 species, including antelopes, baboons, camels, and lions. The zoo serves both as a recreational and educational center, attracting students, researchers, and medical scientists.

Accra: An Accra Circuit Court has declined a bail application for nine individuals allegedly involved in the recent riots at Nkwanta in the Oti Region. Presiding Judge Mr. Isaac Addo dismissed the request, following submissions from the prosecution, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Seth Frimpong, who described the situation in Nkwanta as still volatile. According to Ghana News Agency, the decision was made in the interest of both the accused and public safety, with the court emphasizing that the rights of the accused must be balanced against those of other citizens. The rights of the accused were noted

Accra: Professor Nana Ofosu-Boateng, the Dean of Maritime Studies at the Regional Maritime University (RMU), has launched in Accra, his latest book: ‘Follow the King.’ According to Ghana News Agency, ‘Follow the King’: The Making of a Confident, God-Fearing, Straight-A’s Daughter by a Father-The How is a profound reflection on life’s journey and personal experiences, crafted to serve as a guide for young people striving toward success. The 23-chapter book offers timeless wisdom and practical insights, blending maritime discipline with life lessons to inspire the next generation. The launch, held at the Power of Worship International Church, drew an audience

Tamale: Mr Abeiku Aggrey, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), has announced that the GTA will leverage the leather production industry in the Northern Region to develop tourism. He elaborated that although there are several local producers of leather goods such as bags, belts, and shoes, many people, including those in the diaspora, remain unaware of the region’s historical significance in leather craftsmanship. This announcement was made during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the GTA and the PANAFEST Secretariat to Gulkpe-Naa Alhassan Abdulai, Paramount Chief of Gulkpegu Traditional Area in Tamale. According to Ghana News

Accra: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has conducted a pre-departure orientation for fifteen Ghanaian fellows who have been awarded full scholarships to pursue master’s degrees in South Korea as part of the 2025 KOICA Scholarship Programme. The orientation aimed to equip the scholars with essential guidance to support their academic journey and cultural integration in South Korea, while also providing an opportunity to connect with KOICA alumni and programme stakeholders. According to Ghana News Agency, the 2025 cohort is set to study at prestigious Korean institutions, including Seoul National University, Yonsei University, Ewha Woman’s University, University of Seoul, KDI

Agavedzi: President John Dramani Mahama has emphasised the importance of responsive leadership, recounting how his previous administration initiated a critical coastal protection project in 2015, to combat the devastating effects of tidal waves along Ghana’s eastern coastline. Speaking at the official groundbreaking ceremony for Phase II of the Blekusu Coastal Protection Project in Agavedzi in Ketu South, the President described the occasion as more than symbolic and a demonstration of what responsive leadership could do. According to Ghana News Agency, the first phase of the project, executed under President Mahama’s administration, delivered 4.3 kilometers of coastal defense structures, providing the

Accra: In a bold and strategic move to narrow the gender gap in Africa’s energy sector, Karpowership Ghana has launched an all-female internship programme in partnership with the World Bank’s Women in Energy Network (WEN) Africa. This initiative is part of a broader commitment to empowering young women in the energy field and aligns with the World Bank’s 2024-2030 Gender Strategy. According to Ghana News Agency, the programme, launched in January 2025, is designed to bridge the gap between academic training and real-world industry experience. It offers young women practical exposure to the day-to-day operations in the energy sector, focusing