In a swift response to mounting health concerns following recent floods in Accra, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced free registration under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) for all affected persons and their dependants. The initiative, unveiled on July 1 by NHIA Chief Executive Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, comes as diarrhoea and cholera cases rise in flood‑hit communities where sanitation systems have collapsed and water sources are contaminated. “No Ghanaian should be denied access to quality healthcare because of a natural disaster,” Dr. Bampoe stressed, noting that the measure is designed to ensure victims receive timely treatment...
Health Minister Launches Free Primary Healthcare in Western North
The Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has launched the Free Primary Healthcare Initiative in the Western North Region, reaffirming government’s commitment to achieving Universal Health Coverage by ensuring every Ghanaian has access to quality primary healthcare without financial hardship. The regional rollout featured a radio sensitization programme and stakeholder engagements with Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), Members of Parliament, traditional leaders, the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), district health directors, medical superintendents and other health professionals. Addressing stakeholders, Hon. Akandoh explained that the Free Primary Healthcare Initiative, the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and the Ghana Medical...
UN Human Rights Council To Hold Urgent Meeting On Sudan Crisis
The United Nations Human Rights Council is due to hold an urgent meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, to address the human rights situation in and around el-Obeid, North Kordofan, amid the ongoing conflict in Sudan, following warnings that about 500,000 civilians are at risk of large-scale atrocities. The urgent debate follows an official request submitted by a core group of countries comprising Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway and the United Kingdom. In their request, the countries warned of a potential escalation in violence, saying approximately 500,000 civilians are at risk of being targeted in large-scale atrocities. They also cited increasing drone...
2026 World Cup: Mbappé scores twice as France beat Sweden to reach round of 16
France reached the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Sweden, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to continue his impressive tournament. The brace took Mbappé’s tally to six goals and two assists in four matches, while his 18th World Cup goal moved him within one of Lionel Messi’s total of 19. Michael Olise also starred, providing his fifth assist of the tournament, the most by any player at the 2026 World Cup. After the match, Mbappé said the team’s unity remains its greatest strength, referring to his celebration with head coach Didier Deschamps. “The hug with...
Alajo: Body Discovered In Trotro Swept Away By Floods
A lifeless body has been found inside a commercial minibus, popularly known as a trotro, at Alajo following the devastating floods that hit parts of Accra after Monday’s heavy rainfall. The vehicle was discovered in a gutter on Wednesday after floodwaters receded in the area. Residents who inspected the stranded minibus reportedly found the lifeless body inside. Details surrounding the circumstances of the incident remain unclear, and authorities are yet to officially identify the victim or determine how he became trapped in the vehicle. The discovery adds to the growing human toll from Monday’s floods, which submerged homes, roads and...
Major Cybercrime Investigation Leads to Arrest of Nigerian National in Accra
A major intelligence-led cybercrime investigation involving the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), the Ghana Police Service, and international law enforcement partners has culminated in the arrest and prosecution of a Nigerian national linked to suspected transnational cyber-enabled financial crimes. The accused, Aderinsola Oluwanifemi Adeleye, who resides at Oyarifa in Accra and operates a cement block manufacturing business, was arrested after months of coordinated investigations. The operation benefited from investigative cooperation and information sharing with INTERPOL and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), both of which had identified him as a person of significant interest in connection with compromised U.S....
Ghana Gold Board Launches New LBMA Pricing Regime, Enforces Strict Booking Rules
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has commenced the implementation of a new gold pricing regime aligned with the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) standards, effective July 1, 2026. Under the revised framework, GoldBod will publish two official purchase prices daily, corresponding to the LBMA’s AM and PM pricing windows. The AM pricing window runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m., while the PM window spans 2:30 p.m. to 9:20 a.m. the following day. To ensure compliance, the Board has introduced mandatory real‑time booking procedures. Licensed gold buyers must book purchases strictly within the designated windows: 9:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m....
Parliament Passes Maritime And Related Offences Bill, 2025
Parliament has approved the Maritime and Related Offences Bill, 2025, marking a significant step in strengthening Ghana’s legal framework for maritime security and regulation. The legislation, passed during Tuesday’s sitting, seeks to address gaps in existing laws by introducing stricter measures against offences such as piracy, illegal fishing, smuggling, and other unlawful activities within Ghana’s territorial waters. It also provides for enhanced cooperation between national agencies and international partners to safeguard maritime trade routes and protect the country’s coastal resources. Officials say the Bill will empower enforcement agencies to respond more effectively to emerging threats in the maritime sector, while...
Police Arrest Three for Trafficking and Child Sale Attempt in Talensi
The Upper East Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects — Peace Agbede, Favour Sunday Udo, and Faith Levy — for trafficking young girls and forcing them into prostitution at Gbane, a suburb of the Talensi district. Preliminary investigations revealed that suspect Peace Agbede lured one victim from Nigeria under the false promise of helping her join the Ghana movie industry. Upon arrival, however, Agbede took the victim to the Gbane-Tongo mining site and coerced her into prostitution, demanding daily payments of GHC 400.00. The victim, who later became pregnant, gave birth on June 26, 2026. Police say Agbede and...
Mayor of Accra Extends Relief to Flood Victims in Four Communities
The Mayor of Accra, Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has provided GH¢132,000 in cash, food items, and sanitation tools to flood victims in Avenor, Circle Neoplan Station, North Kaneshie, and Bubuashie, as part of immediate relief efforts following recent heavy rains that devastated several households in the metropolis. The support package included GH¢130,000 in direct cash donations to affected communities, GH¢2,000 to a shop owner to vacate a drainway, 31 boxes of cooking oil containing 372 bottles, 120 bags of rice amounting to 600 pieces of 25kg bags, eight wheelbarrows, and eight shovels to aid residents and clean-up activities. At Avenor,...