The Minority Caucus in Parliament has pledged to advocate for cocoa farmers to ensure they receive fair rewards for their labour and improved livelihoods. The assurance was given during a visit to Osahene Kwaku Atekyi II, Paramount Chief of the Kukuom Traditional Area, and Nana Osei Kofi Abre II, Paramount Chief of the Kenyasi Number One Traditional Area, both in the Ahafo Region. Speaking at the engagement, Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, underscored the caucus’ commitment to amplifying farmers’ concerns in Parliament while holding government accountable. He explained that the outreach formed part of...
VIP Jeoun Transport Announces Nationwide Fare Increase
VIP Jeoun Transport has announced new transport fares across its nationwide routes, effective Wednesday, April 8. The company said the adjustments cover both its standard tour and executive coach services, linking Accra to major destinations across the country. Under the revised fares, passengers on standard services will pay GH¢120 from Accra to Kumasi, GH¢170 to Sunyani, and GH¢290 to Tamale. Fares to northern destinations have also been raised, with trips to Bolgatanga set at GH¢330 and Wa at GH¢320. Executive coach services have seen similar increases, with fares from Accra to Kumasi rising to GH¢150, Sunyani to GH¢200, and Tamale...
Minority questions gov’t purchase of fuel-powered buses, pushes for electric alternative
The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns over the government’s decision to procure new 29-seater buses powered by internal combustion engines. Speaking on JoyNews, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Road and Transport Committee Alhassan Hassan Tampuli argued that the move runs contrary to global trends toward cleaner and more cost-efficient transport systems. He said the decision is particularly surprising given that the previous administration had begun transitioning toward electric buses as part of efforts to modernise public transport and reduce long-term operational costs. The criticism follows Minister for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu’s announcement of the arrival of a new fleet...
BIG PUSH UPDATE: Dodowa–Afienya–Dawhenya Road Project Ahead of Schedule
Work on the reconstruction of the Dodowa–Afienya–Dawhenya and selected town roads project is progressing steadily, with construction currently 35 percent complete—placing the project ahead of schedule. The initiative, which began on December 5, 2025, is expected to be completed by December 4, 2027. The project scope covers a wide range of infrastructure improvements, including: 24.8 km single carriageway asphaltic concrete road with shoulders and walkways 4 km dual carriageway at Dodowa, Afienya, and Dawhenya junctions A 40m span, 4-lane concrete bridge over River Detsedor at Afienya Bridge at Ch 9+540 with 30m slab and reinforced walls 8 major box culverts...
President Mahama Co-Chairs Global One Health Summit with President Macron
Reset Initiative founder and former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, is co-chairing the High-Level segment of the global One Health Summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit convenes world leaders, health ministers, and international experts to strengthen health systems, promote sustainable food production, and coordinate responses to global health challenges. President Mahama is scheduled to deliver two keynote addresses. His first will be during a session on Global Health Architecture, co-chaired by President Macron and World Health Organization Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. This address will focus on reforms to global health initiatives and the endorsement of a...
Police Seize Narcotics, Arrest Suspects in Upper West
The Upper West Regional Police Command has intensified its crackdown on drug trafficking, intercepting large consignments of suspected narcotics and arresting several suspects across the region. In the past four weeks, coordinated patrols and intelligence-led operations have led to seizures in districts including Lawra, Nadowli-Kaleo, Wa Municipality, and Lambussie. Police reports indicate that a total of 218 compressed slabs, 54 parcels, and eight assorted consignments of substances suspected to be Indian hemp were confiscated. On April 3, 2026, officers intercepted a taxi in Eremon, Lawra District, uncovering 140 compressed slabs of the substance. Two suspects, Dennis Domoyel and Clovis Saame,...
FDA Ghana Warns Against Falsified HIV Test Kits
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) Ghana has issued a nationwide safety alert after identifying falsified HIV and CD4 test kits circulating in the country. The counterfeit products, labeled as Visitect CD4 Advanced Disease Test Kits, pose serious risks to public health by producing inaccurate results that could delay treatment for patients living with HIV/AIDS. According to the FDA, the falsified kits can be identified by Lot Number 0001586 and falsely list Omega Diagnostics Ltd (UK) as the manufacturer. Authentic kits are produced by AccuBio Ltd (UK), with Lot Number 0002172, and carry clear markings of originality on their packaging....
Prez. Mahama Arrives in Lyon for One Health Summit
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Lyon, France, to participate in the One Health Summit, a high-level gathering of world leaders, health ministers, and global health experts. The summit, which opens on Tuesday, will be co-chaired by President Mahama and French President Emmanuel Macron. The Ghanaian leader was warmly received on Easter Monday by a group of Ghanaian families living in Lyon, who turned out to welcome him and share in the moment. Following the summit in Lyon, President Mahama is expected to travel to Paris for a bilateral meeting with President Macron at the Élysée Palace. The discussions...
Foreign Affairs Minister Pays Medical Bills for 85 Constituents in Easter Gesture
In a remarkable act of compassion during the Easter season, the Minister for Foreign Affairs has settled the full medical bills of 85 constituents from North Tongu who were on admission across several health facilities. The beneficiaries are patients receiving care at Battor Catholic Hospital, St. Anne’s Polyclinic in Tagadzi, Juapong Health Centre, VRA Hospital in Akosombo, Fodzoku Health Centre, Mafi Dedukope Health Centre, Mafi Adidome Health Centre, and Podoe Health Centre. Announcing the gesture in a Facebook post, the minister wrote: “In the spirit of Easter, I have paid the full medical bills of all 85 beloved North Tongu...
IMANI Raises Concerns Over Ghana Gas Insurance Transition
Policy think tank IMANI Africa has expressed legal and procurement concerns regarding changes to insurance arrangements at the Ghana National Gas Company, cautioning that disruption of an established structured insurance programme could have ripple effects across international reinsurance markets. The issues are outlined in the second instalment of IMANI’s Insurance Question series, which identifies the Ghana Gas case as being “at the centre of this dispute.” According to submissions made by GLICO General Insurance Ltd to the Presidency, the company had secured a structured insurance programme for Ghana Gas with participation from A-rated international reinsurers, including the London market. GLICO...