President John Dramani Mahama has announced the launch of major water infrastructure projects aimed at resolving the persistent water shortages in the Northern Region. Among these initiatives are the Bimbilla Town Water System and the Yendi Water Supply System, which will provide thousands of residents with clean, reliable water access. During a visit to Yendi, Mahama assured locals that his administration is committed to completing stalled projects, particularly the $30 million Yendi Water Supply Project, which began in July 2020 but remains unfinished. He criticized the lack of progress, emphasizing that under his leadership, the project will be fully implemented to...

The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has reiterated its dedication to patient care and non-partisan advocacy, following the suspension of its nationwide strike. The association emphasized that its actions are driven solely by the welfare of nurses, midwives, and the healthcare system, rather than political affiliations. In a statement issued after fruitful discussions with Parliament’s Select Committee on Health, the GRNMA clarified that its recent industrial action was not politically motivated but aimed at securing the implementation of a Collective Agreement signed in May 2024. The strike, which began on June 2, 2025, escalated into a full withdrawal...

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has praised President John Dramani Mahama for his intervention in halting the shutdown of 64 radio stations across the country. The stations, which had faced revocation of their frequency authorizations due to regulatory breaches, were granted a reprieve following the President’s directive to the National Communications Authority (NCA). In a statement, the GJA acknowledged that while regulatory compliance is essential, shutting down multiple radio stations could have severe social and economic consequences, including job losses and restrictions on media freedom. The association emphasized that President Mahama’s decision to temper enforcement with clemency demonstrates his commitment...

President John Dramani Mahama has stepped in to prevent the shutdown of four radio stations, following a directive from the National Communications Authority (NCA) that ordered the closure of 62 stations over regulatory breaches. In a press release issued on June 12, 2025, the presidency confirmed that Mahama had instructed the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation to work with the NCA to restore the broadcast operations of the affected stations. Balancing Regulation and Press Freedom The NCA’s decision to suspend the operations of multiple radio stations was based on licensing infractions, including expired authorizations and failure to settle...

President John Dramani Mahama has officially terminated the long-standing contract between the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) and Zoomlion Ghana Limited, citing concerns over financial inefficiencies and unfair wage distribution. The decision, announced on June 11, 2025, follows years of criticism regarding the contract’s structure and its impact on sanitation workers. Background of the Controversial Contract The YEA–Zoomlion agreement, which had been in place since 2006, allocated GHS850 per sweeper for sanitation services. However, under the contract terms, Zoomlion retained GHS600, leaving sweepers with only GHS250 per month. This arrangement sparked widespread criticism, with investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni leading calls...

Ghana’s Parliamentary Health Committee has engaged the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in urgent discussions as the country grapples with a two-week nationwide strike that has disrupted healthcare services. The ongoing strike, initiated by nurses and midwives over salary arrears, improved working conditions, and allowances, has placed immense strain on hospitals and clinics, leading to staff shortages and interrupted patient care. Health Committee Chairman Kwabena Mintah Akandoh confirmed that the meeting includes key stakeholders such as the Health Ministry, Finance Ministry, and Fair Wages Commission. The aim is to broker a resolution that ensures fair compensation for healthcare...

Five female candidates in the ongoing Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) from Wassa Agave D/A Basic School in the Wassa East District of the Western Region have been injured in an accident. All the five candidates sustained varying degrees of injury and were rushed to Wassa Attiku Christian Hospital for urgent medical care. The pupils were standing near the roadside buying food when a motorbike rider who was unable to regain control, crashed into them. Three out of the five were in critical condition, one suffered severe dental injuries, while the other had severe leg injury. The motorbike rider was...

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has directed the immediate shutdown of 62 radio stations across Ghana due to regulatory violations. The affected stations include Happy FM, Asaase Radio, and several others. The closures stem from multiple regulatory breaches, including failure to renew licenses, non-compliance with broadcasting regulations, and security concerns. The enforcement action follows a directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, who instructed the NCA to apply sanctions against stations found to be operating illegally based on a recent audit. The 62 stations fall into four main categories. Some continued broadcasting despite their licenses expiring in...