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Authorities in the Bono East Region have intercepted a Tata bus transporting 396 suspected parcels of cannabis in Yeji, highlighting ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to combat illegal drug trafficking in the country. The operation, carried out by officers on routine patrol and intelligenc
A Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) tender overturned while rushing to respond to a fire outbreak in Buipe, a town in the Savanna Region, causing alarm among residents and raising renewed concerns about emergency response safety in the country. The incident, which was captured on video and widely s
The Constitution Review Commission (CRC) has recommended that the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) be removed from the list of constitutionally entrenched bodies under Ghana’s 1992 Constitution, a proposal that has generated significant discussion within legal, political, and civil society circles. Accor
Algerian football players have come under intense criticism after videos surfaced showing them confronting match officials following their 2–0 defeat to Nigeria in a quarter-final encounter. The incident, which occurred shortly after the final whistle, has sparked widespread debate about sportsmansh
Akosua Serwaa, the widow of legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Daddy Lumba, has spoken publicly for the first time following her return to Ghana from Germany, drawing widespread attention from fans and followers of the late music icon. Her arrival marks an important moment for many Ghanaians who c
Public attention has been drawn to an appearance by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, after he was seen wearing a badge resembling that of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) during a public event in Accra. Images and videos from the occasion quickly
Ghanaian football star André Ayew made a highly anticipated debut for Dutch club NAC Breda on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in a match against Groningen. The moment of his entrance in the 57th minute was described as quiet but powerful, drawing emotional reactions from fans, teammates, and supporters
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has directed a comprehensive review of the controversial contract between the KGL Group and the National Lottery Authority (NLA), responding to widespread public concern over the agreement’s fairness and transparency. The directive comes after intense scrutiny
Ghana’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Alhaji Said Sinare, has commended the remarkable transformation underway in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, noting that the reforms have strengthened international confidence in the country and position
South Africa has defended its participation in a week-long BRICS naval exercise off its coastline, describing the operation as “essential” for regional maritime security and defence cooperation. The exercise involves Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, and has drawn international attenti
Football excellence continues to run deep in the Ayew family as Inaya Ayew, the daughter of Ghanaian football star André Dede Ayew, begins to carve out her own path in the sport. At just 14 years old, Inaya is already attracting attention for her talent and commitment, signaling the emergence of a n
Many African countries continue to grapple with a long-standing economic dilemma: balancing the push for import substitution with ongoing dependence on foreign goods. Despite repeated policy efforts aimed at boosting local production, the continent still spends billions of dollars each year importin
The world’s largest passenger aircraft, the Airbus A380 operated by Emirates, has made an unscheduled emergency landing at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, drawing attention from aviation officials and the public. The aircraft, operating flight EK261 from Dubai to São Paulo, was forced to dive
Renowned Ghanaian travel vlogger Wode Maya has announced a major philanthropic collaboration with global YouTube star MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) and other influential content creators to support the reconstruction of a village in Ghana. The initiative, which has generated excitement across social med
Ghanaian rapper Kofi Mole has raised concerns about the current state of the country’s music industry, describing it as lacking structure, cohesion, and a clear identity. The artist, known for his dynamic performances and socially conscious lyrics, shared his perspective in a recent interview, shedd
