The government is taking steps to address concerns raised by the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) over delays in the payment of book and research allowances, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assuring that no industrial action is expected. Speaking at the launch of the Ghana National Research Fund in Accra, Mr. Iddrisu disclosed that…
A prosecution witness in the ongoing illegal mining case involving Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has told the Accra High Court that the politician allegedly directed mining operations within the protected Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve without obtaining the necessary authorisation. Chief Inspector Eugene Akpo Glover, the lead investigator in…
Growing concerns over student safety have intensified following reports that at least 13 university students in Ghana have lost their lives since 2024, prompting renewed calls for stronger security and mental health support systems on tertiary campuses. The deaths, which have occurred under varying circumstances—including accidents, suspected homicides, and mental health-related incidents—have sent shockwaves through…
South Africa‘s return to the FIFA World Cup after a 16-year absence ended in a 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico in the tournament’s opening match at the Estadio Azteca. Bafana Bafana fell behind after nine minutes when Julián Quiñones capitalised on a South African error to put the hosts ahead. Despite improving as the first…
The government is taking steps to address concerns raised by the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) over delays in the payment of book and research allowances, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assuring that no industrial action is expected. Speaking at the launch of the Ghana National Research Fund in Accra, Mr. Iddrisu disclosed that…
A prosecution witness in the ongoing illegal mining case involving Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has told the Accra High Court that the politician allegedly directed mining operations within the protected Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve without obtaining the necessary authorisation. Chief Inspector Eugene Akpo Glover, the lead investigator in…
Growing concerns over student safety have intensified following reports that at least 13 university students in Ghana have lost their lives since 2024, prompting renewed calls for stronger security and mental health support systems on tertiary campuses. The deaths, which have occurred under varying circumstances—including accidents, suspected homicides, and mental health-related incidents—have sent shockwaves through…
South Africa‘s return to the FIFA World Cup after a 16-year absence ended in a 2-0 defeat to co-hosts Mexico in the tournament’s opening match at the Estadio Azteca. Bafana Bafana fell behind after nine minutes when Julián Quiñones capitalised on a South African error to put the hosts ahead. Despite improving as the first…
A Level 200 Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource) student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has been found dead at the Hutchland Beach area near Duakor in Cape Coast, with police launching investigations into the circumstances surrounding her death. According to the UCC District Police Commander, ASP Abdul Abubakar, police received a report at…
The controversy surrounding Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey has reignited discussions about the balance between the principle of presumed innocence, a country’s right to control its borders, and the impact of such decisions on international sporting events. Although Partey is currently facing criminal charges in the United Kingdom, no court has found him guilty, and…
The Adentan High Court 2 has directed that Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, be formally served with a motion seeking to have her cited for contempt of court over an alleged breach of an injunction concerning a disputed parcel of land designated for the proposed relocation of the Dodowa Market. The court…
Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of a student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) and has directed that a comprehensive investigation be carried out to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. In a statement, the Minister extended his condolences to the bereaved family, the university community, and…
Teacher unions in Ghana have rejected a request by the Ghana Education Service (GES) for the submission of staff personal files as part of a job evaluation exercise. In a statement issued by the unions, they indicated that the request contained in a letter from GES Headquarters in collaboration with the Fair Wages and Salaries…
The Ministry of Health has commended the Ghana Police Service for the arrest and ongoing prosecution of Isaac Adu Gyamfi, who is alleged to have defrauded unemployed health professionals under the false pretence of securing employment within the Ghana Health Service. According to the Ministry, the suspect is said to have collected substantial sums of…
