The North East Regional Police Command has arrested four suspects and intercepted 118 bags of cocoa beans, weighing 11,800 kilogrammes, at Bunkpurugu, suspected to have been destined for neighbouring Togo through the Bunkpurugu-Togo border. The suspects are Dickson Asante, 35, driver of the truck; Gideon Tab, 19, his mate; Mohammed Mumin, 22; and Ernestina Akugre,...
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At least 169 killed in Colombia’s largest earthquake in years
At least 169 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years.The death toll is likely to rise, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings. The magnitude 7.4 quake struck at 07:34 (12:34 GMT) at a depth of 103km (64 miles)...
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GAUA strike: KNUST Administration Offices Opened But Essential IT Services Hampered
Administrative offices at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology remained open while other essential services like I.T. have been disrupted as the industrial action by the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) enters day two. Members of GAUA are embarking on a nationwide strike in protest of what they describe as unfair market...
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Wontumi appeal has no reasonable chance of success – AG opposes bail application
The Attorney-General has filed processes opposing an application by convicted illegal mining kingpin Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, for bail pending appeal. The State argues that Mr Boasiako’s appeal has no reasonable chance of success and therefore does not provide sufficient grounds for his release from custody. It explained, among other things,...
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GHS, World Vision Train Frontline Health Workers To Boost NTD Detection
The Ghana Health Service (GHS), in partnership with World Vision Ghana, has organised a capacity-building training programme for Community Health Officers and frontline nurses aimed at improving the early detection, referral and management of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) across the country. Speaking at the training held at the Bortianor Polyclinic in the Greater Accra Region,...
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CDS Inspects Dambai Military Base, Urges Contractor To Speed Up Work
The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), Lieutenant General William Agyapong, has inspected the Dambai military base project to ascertain progress on the facility, which is expected to serve as a strategic response to growing security challenges in parts of the Oti Region. The inspection, conducted on Friday, 7 August 2026, forms part of efforts...
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NPA Announces Passing Of Deputy CEO, Dr. Dramani Bukari
The Board and Management of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) have announced, with profound sorrow, the sudden passing of the Authority’s Deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Dramani Bukari. In a statement, the Board and Management described his death as a great loss to the Authority, the downstream petroleum industry, and all who had the privilege of...
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UAE Donates US$1m Relief Items To Flood Victims
The Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has donated relief items valued at US$1 million to the Government of Ghana in support of communities affected by the devastating floods of June 29. The donation, made through UAE AID, comprised essential food and household supplies, including cooking oil, sardines, spaghetti, rice, beans, gari, sachet water,...
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Focus Electronic Sets Example in Job Creation, Workers’ Welfare – Trade Minister
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu‑Adjare, has commended Focus Electronic Company Limited for its contribution to job creation, workers’ welfare and the production of quality Made‑in‑Ghana products. During a visit to the company on Monday, August 10, 2026, Hon. Ofosu‑Adjare inspected operations and engaged with management and workers. She expressed satisfaction...
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Chamber of Mines Donates GH₵2 Million Relief Items to Flood Victims
The Ghana Chamber of Mines (GCM) has donated relief items valued at about GH₵2 million to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) to support victims of the recent floods across the country. The donation included food items, baby food, blankets, mattresses, sanitation products, and protective equipment such as wellington boots and gloves to aid NADMO’s...