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Asanko Gold Mines tops 2025 inter-mines first aid and safety contest
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Asanko Gold Mines tops 2025 inter-mines first aid and safety contest

The Asanko Gold Mines Limited has emerged the overall winner of the 2025 National Inter-Mines First Aid and Safety Competition organised by the Ghana Chamber of Mines. The event, hosted by Asanko Gold Mines, brought together staff and community teams from large-scale mining firms to demonstrate their readiness in responding to emergencies both at mine sites and in surrounding communities. In the community team’s category, Asanko Gold Mines claimed the top spot with an impressive 98 per cent, ahead of Abosso Goldfields Damang (89%), AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine (85.5%), and the Ghana Manganese Company, which scored 27 per cent. Participating companies included Golden Star Wassa, Asanko Gold Mine, AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem, AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi, and the Ghana Manganese Compan...
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KMA and Rotary Club offer free breast and prostate cancer screening for market women
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KMA and Rotary Club offer free breast and prostate cancer screening for market women

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA), in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Kumasi Premier International, has organised a free breast and prostate cancer screening exercise for traders at the Asafo Market in Kumasi. The outreach programme, which formed part of the global Pink Month campaign, was held under the theme “Early Detection Saves Lives”. The outreach programme was aimed at encouraging early diagnosis and raising awareness about the dangers of breast and prostate cancer. The event attracted a large turnout of market women who took advantage of the opportunity to undergo free screening and receive vital health education from medical professionals. It also sought to promote preventive healthcare and reduce the growing number of cancer-related deaths in the region. ...
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Damage on transmission line plunges Sogakope into darkness….GRIDCo assures residents of swift restoration
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Damage on transmission line plunges Sogakope into darkness….GRIDCo assures residents of swift restoration

Residents of Sogakope and its surrounding communities were left without power on Sunday, October 26, 2025, following damage to a key transmission line serving the area. In a statement issued by the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo), the incident occurred at 16:01 hours, causing a power outage that has affected several communities connected to the Sogakope supply network. According to GRIDCo, its line maintenance team has already been mobilised to assess and repair the damage in order to restore power as soon as possible. The company expressed regret over the disruption and extended an apology to all affected residents for the inconvenience caused. “GRIDCo sincerely apologises to all affected residents for the inconvenience caused by this incident,” the statement read. The Gha...
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MCUG Petitions Authorities Over Alleged Police Harassment by Tesano MTTD Division
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MCUG Petitions Authorities Over Alleged Police Harassment by Tesano MTTD Division

The Motorcycle Couriers Union of Ghana (MCUG) has petitioned authorities over what it describes as ongoing harassment, intimidation, and extortion of its members by officers of the Ghana Police Service, particularly those attached to the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) at the Tesano Division. In a strongly worded petition signed by its General Secretary, Mr. Abugri Timothy Agengri, the union expressed deep concern over the continuous targeting of motorcycle couriers, who play a vital role in the country’s delivery and logistics sector. According to the union, several of its members have been “arbitrarily arrested, detained, and had their motorcycles impounded without due process.” “These acts have not only affected our livelihoods but have also disrupted essential deliv...
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NDC Mourns Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
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NDC Mourns Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady, Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a remarkable woman whose life’s work transformed the lives of countless Ghanaian women and children. In a statement signed by the party’s General Secretary, Hon. Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the NDC paid glowing tribute to the late Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings, recognizing her immense contributions to Ghana’s political and social development. “Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings was a remarkable woman whose lifelong commitment to the empowerment of women and children has left an indelible mark on Ghana’s history,” the statement read. The NDC recalled her pioneering work with the 31st December Women’s Movement, through which she championed education, economi...
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Ghana Declares Three Days of National Mourning for Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
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Ghana Declares Three Days of National Mourning for Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

The Government of Ghana has declared three days of national mourning following the passing of Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana. In a statement issued by the Office of the President and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, President John Dramani Mahama announced that the period of national mourning will begin today, Friday, October 24, and end on Sunday, October 26, 2025. During this period, all national flags will fly at half-mast across public buildings, government installations, and diplomatic missions both in Ghana and abroad. The gesture is to honour the memory of Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings and acknowledge her distinguished service to the nation. Nana Konadu Agy...
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NPP Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings
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NPP Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ghana’s former First Lady, Her Excellency Mrs. Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings, who passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025. In a statement signed by the NPP’s General Secretary, Mr. Justin Kodua Frimpong, the party described Mrs. Agyeman Rawlings as “an epitome of the strength and resilience of Ghanaian women, particularly in political leadership and socio-economic empowerment.” The statement highlighted her significant contributions to Ghana’s development, particularly through her pioneering work as Founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement. Her efforts, the party noted, greatly influenced national policies and laws that advanced the rights of women and children across the country. Mrs. Rawlings is cr...
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KNUST Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Alumna and Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
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KNUST Mourns the Passing of Distinguished Alumna and Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, founder of the 31st December Women’s Movement, and an illustrious alumna of the University. In a message of condolence issued by the University, KNUST described the passing of Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings on Thursday, October 23, 2025, as a “profound loss to the entire University community and to Ghana as a whole.” Nana Konadu, a proud alumna of KNUST, pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, graduating in the 1974/75 academic year. During her time at the University, she distinguished herself not only academically but also in sports and student leadership. Residing in Africa Hall, she serv...
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Parliament’s Majority Caucus Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
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Parliament’s Majority Caucus Mourns the Passing of Former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings

The Majority Caucus in the Parliament of Ghana has expressed deep shock and sorrow following the sudden passing of Her Excellency Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, former First Lady of the Republic and wife of the late former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Caucus described the news of her passing as a great loss to the nation. The late Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings was also the mother of Hon. Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey-Korle Constituency and Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Defence and Intelligence. According to the statement, the Majority Caucus has been informed that the former First Lady passed away in the morning after a short illness. “On behalf of the Majority Members of Parliament, the Rt....
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Eastern Regional Police Command Announces Comprehensive Security Measures for 2025 Odwira Festival in Akropong
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Eastern Regional Police Command Announces Comprehensive Security Measures for 2025 Odwira Festival in Akropong

The Eastern Regional Police Command has announced extensive security arrangements to ensure peace, safety, and order throughout this year’s Odwira Festival celebrations in Akropong, organized by the Chiefs and people of Akwapim. In a statement signed by Superintendent Ebenezer Tetteh, Head of Public Affairs for the Eastern Region, the Command assured the general public, particularly those travelling from across the country to participate in the festivities, that adequate security will be provided before, during, and after the festival. This year’s Odwira Festival commenced on Monday, October 20, 2025, and will climax on Friday, October 24, 2025, with a grand durbar of Chiefs and other commemorative activities. To maintain law and order, the Police Command outlined several key secu...
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