Soldier “accidentally” kills himself at Michel Camp Base Ammunition Depot
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has confirmed that a shooting incident which occurred at a Base Ammunition Depot at Michel Camp on Saturday morning which resulted in the death of a solider was accidental. “Preliminary investigative report indicates the soldier was seen sitting on his bed, waiting to relieve his colleague at a duty post […]
Niger: Ghana needs to use diplomacy to get Onions to offset shortage
By Rukiatu Musah A Security Analyst, Dr. Siddiq Edu-Twum, says Ghana needs to use diplomatic means to negotiate for more onions from Niger to augment the shortage in the country. He said a continuation of the ECOWAS and the Military Junta of Niger, if not stopped for dialogue, will continue to lead to food insecurity […]
Ghana showcases at Jacob Javits Center in New York
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority is supporting 12 Ghanaian exhibitors to showcase their wares at the Jacob Javits Center in New York. Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), has supported many opportunities for Ghanaians to export their goods abroad and vice versa. Ghana’s booths are a must-see for their stunning patterns and rich cultural history. In […]
UNICEF-Ghana Rep meets Gender Minister
Mr. Osama Makkawi Khogali, the newly appointed UNICEF Ghana Representative, has paid a courtesy visit to the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Hon. Lariba Zuweira Abudu. The purpose of Mr. Khogali’s visit was to introduce himself to the Minister formally and to discuss potential areas of collaboration and partnership. During his introduction, Mr. […]
Wigs, hair extensions: Why women cannot do without them
Just as some women are obsessed with bags, shoes, and other fashion accessories, others cannot do without their hair extensions or wigs, which come in handy any day. A number of women use hair extensions and continue to procure them from various sales outlets due to the convenience they offer as well as their desire […]
Politics has polarised Ghana- Kennedy Agyapong
By Oti Emmanuel A member of parliament for the Assin Central Constituency, who is also a flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has described the state of Ghana as one that is being polarised by politics. The outspoken politician bemoaned how the country is blessed with viable and arable lands in […]
NIGER: Accra to host ECOWAS Military Chiefs
Military Chiefs from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), are expected to meet in Accra, Ghana, within the week to discuss possible military intervention in Niger. The meeting was called after ECOWAS Leaders last week approved the deployment of a “standby force to restore constitutional order” in Niger, whose elected President was toppled […]
Fresh street lights procured for Greater Accra region
The Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC) has procured 20,000 Street lights to be distributed and installed in the various Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the Greater Accra Region. This is to improve the lighting system and security in the region. Currently, the Council is collating a list of all the electoral areas […]
Osu Castle to be refurbished into Presidential Museum
By Doreen Ampofo The Osu Castle is to be renovated and modernised into a Presidential Museum. The project, which will start next year, is part of efforts by the government to increase international and domestic tourist visits to two million each by 2025. The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Dr Ibrahim Awal Mohammed, […]
The coconut trade: A path to women’s empowerment in Ghana
In the bustling Agartha Market in Koforidua, a remarkable transformation is observed as women break barriers and reclaim their economic independence through coconut trade. Coconut trade, which was once considered a man’s job, is now a source of economic empowerment for women like Aunty Addai and Akua Nimo, and to a large extent, it is […]
