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Drilling for Hope commissions four boreholes for needy schools
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Drilling for Hope commissions four boreholes for needy schools

Drilling for Hope, in partnership with the Ghana Poultry Network (GAPNET), at the weekend commissioned four hand pump boreholes for four needy schools in four districts in the Upper East Region. The beneficiary schools included Winkogo Junior High School in Talensi, Nayorigo Primary School in Bongo, and two other schools in Zebilla in the Bawku West and the Garu District respectively. The initiative formed part of Drilling for Hope’s efforts to improve access to safe drinking water and promote effective teaching and learning in deprived communities in Ghana. Ms Karen Flewelling, Founder of Drilling for Hope, speaking at the commissioning ceremony at Winkogo JHS, said it was her wish to see children in Ghana having access to potable drinking water. “We have so far constructed 38...
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Strong tidal wave sinks 28-member boat at Elmina Fishing Harbour
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Strong tidal wave sinks 28-member boat at Elmina Fishing Harbour

Another boat has sunk at the Elmina Fishing Harbour, on Saturday afternoon after being struck by a powerful tidal wave, causing extensive damage. The 28-member crew was however unharmed.  The vessel, an eight-year-old boat, collided with underwater rocks and boulders around 1130 hours, pushing off its course by strong winds toward the rocky sea defence at the harbour. This is the second boat to suffer such a fate within the state of one month and the sixth boat disaster at the Central Region’s major fishing harbour in three years, raising serious concerns about safety. Last month's incident on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, involved the second largest fishing vessel in Ghana's premier fishing hub of Elmina with 15 crew members aboard the vessel. Although the crew survived, t...
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Volta GPRTU debunks 20 per cent lorry fare increase claims
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Volta GPRTU debunks 20 per cent lorry fare increase claims

The Volta Regional branch of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has denied reports of a 20 per cent increase in lorry fares across the country and the region. The Union clarified that no official meeting was held with the Ministry of Transport and other relevant authorities to discuss what could necessitate any approval of such a hike. Mr. Lawrence Awilo Attitoe, the Volta Regional Vice Chairman, emphasised that the GPRTU was the only recognised union for transport operators in country and any fare adjustments would typically involve discussions with relevant stakeholders, including the government and casted doubt on the legitimacy of the reported fare increase. " Yes, we know the fuel prices have indeed surged, rising from GH₵11.23 to GH₵14.63 per liter at some pumps....
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Small Arms Commission launches campaign against small arms proliferation
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Small Arms Commission launches campaign against small arms proliferation

The National Commission on Small Arms and Light Weapons has rolled out a nationwide public education campaign dubbed “Silence the Gun, Save a Life”. The campaign forms part of efforts to curb the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Ghana. The Commission is engaging students from selected Junior High Schools and tertiary institutions on the dangers of gun violence while promoting a culture of peace and security. According to the Commission, young people are particularly vulnerable to the influence of violence, making them a critical focus group for awareness creation. The programme is designed to educate students about the risks of gun violence and illegal possession of arms while raising awareness about the devastating impact of illicit weapons on communities. I...
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Jacinth Consultancy Services and Bamboo Deepen Financial Literacy Drive with CHEDCOCOBOD Workshop
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Jacinth Consultancy Services and Bamboo Deepen Financial Literacy Drive with CHEDCOCOBOD Workshop

Jacinth Consultancy Services, in collaboration with Bamboo, has successfully concluded afinancial literacy workshop for staff of the Cocoa Health and Extension Division (CHED) ofCOCOBOD. This marks the second year of partnership between the consultancy and Bamboo, following a week-long training held last year with the Quality Control Company (QCC) ofCOCOBOD. The interactive workshop focused on equipping participants with practical tools for personal financial management, investment awareness, and long-term wealth planning. Through tailoredsessions, attendees were guided on how to align financial decisions with their goals, make informed investment choices, and build confidence in navigating Ghana’s financial landscape. Speaking at the close of the workshop, Ms. Akua Boatemah Danso, C...
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US reverses visa restrictions on Ghana
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US reverses visa restrictions on Ghana

The United States Government has lifted visa restrictions imposed on Ghana, paving the way for Ghanaians to once again be eligible for five-year multiple entry visas and other consular privileges. Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced the development in New York on Friday on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly. It follows a bilateral meeting with Ms Allison Hooker, US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs. “I am really pleased that months of high-level diplomatic negotiations have led to this successful outcome,” Mr Ablakwa said. He added that the decision reflected growing confidence and renewed cooperation between Accra and Washington. It will be recalled that in July this year, the US imposed visa restrictions on...
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Chalice Royal Ladies supports New Horizon Foundation of the Blind 
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Chalice Royal Ladies supports New Horizon Foundation of the Blind 

Chalice Royal Ladies, a women social group based in Ho in the Volta Region has donated some items to New Horizon Foundation of the Blind.  The items included bags of rice, cooking oil, tin tomatoes, beans, soup and soft drinks and biscuits.  Madam Ida Ama Odzor, the President of the company, told Ghana News Agency that the donation is part of their social duties, as well as a celebration of Dr Kwame Nkrumah's birthday.  She advised parents to provide their disabled children with equal opportunity and help them in their education so that they can reach their full potential  Madam Odzor stated that persons with disabilities have significant potential that society should capitalise on in order to advance socioeconomic growth.  The President appealed to other...
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Oti Regional Minister hands over seized water pumps machines to cooperative farmers 
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Oti Regional Minister hands over seized water pumps machines to cooperative farmers 

Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, the Oti Regional Minister, has presented over 90 water pump machines, previously seized from illegal mining (galamsey) sites, to the cooperative farmers’ association in the region.  The machines were handed over to the farmers to support irrigation and boost agricultural productivity in the area.  Speaking at the event, the minister said the water pumps will enable farmers to irrigate their farms more effectively, reducing dependence on rainfall and increasing crop productivity.  Mr. Gyapong has called on farmers in the region to form cooperative associations to facilitate access to government support and resources.  The Dean of Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCE's) in Oti region, Mr. Prosper Addo, has commended the government ...
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Director-General of Prisons honoured with pretigious awards
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Director-General of Prisons honoured with pretigious awards

Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, the Director-General of Prisons, was among 23 exceptional individuals recognised at the Annual Predecessors Award in Accra on September 20, 2025. The award ceremony honoured outstanding achievements across various fields, including law, arts, education, health, and leadership. Mrs. Baffoe-Bonnie received the prestigious award in the law category, acknowledging her remarkable contributions to the Ghana Prisons Service over 37 years. As a seasoned corrections and security expert, she has championed initiatives to enhance prison security, promote gender inclusivity, and improve working conditions. Her dedication to the welfare of inmates and officers has earned her this well-deserved recognition. As the second female Director General of Prisons, and...
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AG seeks High Court orders to refer four questions to Supreme Court for interpretation  
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AG seeks High Court orders to refer four questions to Supreme Court for interpretation  

The Attorney General has prayed the High Court to refer four statements of questions to the Supreme Court for interpretation.   The notice of prayer for referral of stated questions is in relation to Article 130 (1) (a) and (2) of the 1992 Constitution.   In an application dubbed the Republic verses Attorney General, Ex-Parte Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo's, the AG is asking, “Whether a person may retain his or her previous judicial office, if any, upon appointment to the Office of the Chief Justice.   Secondly, “whether the Chief Justice’s membership of the Superior Courts of Judicature is ex officio the Office of the Chief Justice.”   Thirdly, the AG is demanding, “Whether a person may retain his or her membership of the Superior Courts ...
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