Prince Andrew has been stripped of his “prince” title and will leave his Windsor mansion, Royal Lodge, Buckingham Palace has announced. The King has “initiated a formal process” to remove his titles, it said, and Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. Andrew, 65 – the King’s younger brother – has continued to face more questions about his private life in recent months. His links to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein have caused problems for the Royal Family. The prince, who relinquished his titles this month, has always strongly denied any wrongdoing. The dramatic fall from grace affects not...
Parliament Partners with IPU to Tackle Methane Emissions and Climate Change
In a bold step toward advancing Ghana’s climate agenda, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has officially launched a strategic partnership with the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) under a new initiative titled “Enhancing Parliamentary Action on Climate Change: Strengthening the Role of Parliament in Reducing Methane Emissions.” The project aims to empower Ghana’s legislature to take a leading role in the fight against climate change, with a particular focus on reducing methane emissions—a potent greenhouse gas with significant environmental impact. The initiative positions Parliament as a key driver of national and global climate action, leveraging its legislative...
President Mahama Arrives in Cairo for Grand Egyptian Museum Inauguration
Former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has arrived in Cairo ahead of the highly anticipated inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum, scheduled for Saturday. The landmark event will be held under the patronage of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and is expected to draw a distinguished gathering of world leaders, monarchs, and dignitaries from across the globe. President Mahama touched down in the Egyptian capital accompanied by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Executive Secretary to the President, and Stan Xoese Dogbe, Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations. The Grand Egyptian Museum, majestically situated near the Giza Pyramids, is poised to become...
Protests Erupt in Tanzania After Opposition Barred from Presidential Race
What was expected to be a peaceful democratic exercise in Tanzania last Wednesday turned violent after several leading opposition candidates were disqualified from the presidential race. Protests erupted in Dar es Salaam and other major cities as angry citizens took to the streets to denounce what they called an attempt to silence dissent and undermine democracy. Witnesses reported clashes between protesters and police, with scenes of looting, vandalism, and gunfire circulating widely on social media. In response, authorities imposed a nationwide curfew and deployed the military to restore order. Access to the internet and mobile networks has also been restricted,...
Heath Goldfields Under Probe: Lands Ministry Launches Investigation into Bogoso-Prestea Mine Operations
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has begun an investigation into Heath Goldfields Limited over alleged regulatory breaches, financial irregularities, and questionable mining practices at the Bogoso-Prestea Mine in the Western Region. According to a report by The Herald on Monday, October 27, 2025, the company whose board includes former Finance Minister Dr. Kwabena Duffuor, is accused of allegedly engaging in illegal mining activities similar to galamsey. The report also alleges that Heath Goldfields made misleading claims about a supposed US$75 million investment and progress at the mine. In response, Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has...
GNFS Quells Dormitory Fire at Kwapong Nursing College in Ahafo Region
Swift intervention by personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) averted a major disaster at the Kwapong Nursing and Midwifery Training College in the Ahafo Region, after a fire broke out in one of the dormitory blocks early Friday morning. According to the Public Relations Officer for the Ahafo Region, the distress call was received at exactly 7:12 a.m. The Kukuom Fire Station crew arrived on the scene at 7:30 a.m., with reinforcement from the Goaso Municipal Fire Station joining shortly after. The combined efforts of both teams successfully brought the blaze under control by 8:45 a.m. and fully...
Mahama, Macron Hold Strategic Talks in Paris: Ghana Seeks French Support on Piracy, Health, and Education
President John Dramani Mahama and French President Emmanuel Macron held high-level bilateral discussions at the Élysée Palace on Thursday, focusing on deepening Ghana-France cooperation in security, economic development, and regional stability. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 2025 Paris Peace Forum. The talks began on a solemn note, with President Macron extending heartfelt condolences to the people of Ghana following the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings. President Mahama expressed gratitude for the gesture, describing it as a mark of enduring friendship between the two nations. Central to the discussions was Ghana’s appeal for French...
Police Restore Calm After Irate Youth Attack Nsuaem Police Station
Calm has been restored at Nsuaem in the Western Region after irate youth attacked the local police station on Wednesday evening, October 29, 2025. The violent incident prompted swift intervention by police and military reinforcements. According to a statement issued by the Western Central Regional Police Command, the unrest began when a group of about fifteen men, accompanied by two children aged seven and five, brought a suspect, Sulley Moses, 25, to the Nsuaem Police Station. The group alleged that they had seen the suspect by the roadside near Nivo Filling Station conversing with the children and suspected he was...
Ghana Reaffirms Commitment To Media Freedom At Paris Peace Forum
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering commitment to media freedom and the promotion of credible, independent journalism on the global stage. Speaking at the closing session of the 2025 Paris Peace Forum, which focused on Information Integrity and Independent Media, President Mahama underscored the importance of safeguarding press freedom as a cornerstone of democratic governance. The high-level session, which brought together world leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron, centred on the future of information integrity and global democracy. President Mahama used the platform to highlight Ghana’s leadership on the African continent in advancing press freedom and supporting institutions...
Audit Reveals Over 20 MPs Skipped Numerous Parliamentary Sessions Without Permission
A newly released report assessing parliamentary participation has uncovered that a significant number of Members of Parliament were absent from proceedings without sanctioned leave. The audit, which spans 43 sittings held during the first quarter of 2025, highlights a troubling pattern of repeated absenteeism among several lawmakers. The data shows that some MPs failed to attend more than 20 sessions, raising concerns about accountability and commitment to legislative duties. Below is the list of MPs and the number of days they were absent without authorization: Name Constituency Days Joseph Frempong Nkawkaw 22 Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson Ajumako/Enyan/Essiam 17 Blay Nyameke...