The Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has dismissed another application filed by former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware Mensah, seeking a stay of proceedings in her ongoing criminal trial. This is the second time the court has refused […] The post Court

Government has signed a landmark Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) with the European Union (EU), marking the first such agreement between Ghana and the bloc aimed at strengthening cooperation on security and stability. The partnership establishes a structured framework to enhance collaboration in addressing emerging threats, including terrorism, maritime insecurity, cyber threats and the spillover […] The post Ghana,

Residents of Agyawiam in the Tain District of the Bono Region are literally risking their lives in a desperate search for a mobile network, as they climb trees and trek to hilltops just to make emergency calls. A visit by The Chronicle to the community uncovered a disturbing reality of total telecommunications blackout, where residents are trekking […] The post Telcos abandon

Brent crude and US oil prices tumbled after Iran signalled safe passage for certain ships and Donald Trump claimed negotiations to end the conflict were progressing.

In Cameroon, the Trump administration found a partner it could pressure into accepting covertly deported migrants.

Ghana’s cocoa marketing architecture is one of the most frequently discussed, yet widely misunderstood, institutional systems in global commodity trade. In media commentary, parliamentary debate, and industry conference panels alike, the mechanics of how Ghanaian cocoa moves from farm gate to international buyer are routinely reduced to oversimplified narratives. The purpose of this piece is […] The post Beyond

Some of the 32 bodies, including 25 children, are believed to have come from local hospitals and mortuaries.

Challenging Heights has rescued 22 children from forced labour and trafficking in Ghana, bringing its 20-year rescue total to 2,888 victims.

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA), Obuasi Mine has commissioned Water Supply Systems for three Communities in Obuasi, in addressing accessibility to safe and reliable portable water. The communities are Sampsonkrom, Ewiase and New Nsuta-Emuye, each of which was provided with seven stand pipes. The commissioning of the projects, estimated to cost GHC4,891,839 was performed at Sampsonkrom to […] The post AGA

Visual Arts students from selected Senior High Schools (SHS) in Ashanti Region have engaged in a Street Arts festival by decorating the Asokwa Interchange with murals and designs as part of activities marking Ashanti Festival 2026. This has given Kumasi a real facelift The project has already turned the Asokwa Interchange into a colourful landmark […] The post SHS Visual Arts students beautify Kumasi

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday received 708 Nigerians who had been stranded in Niamey, Niger Republic, in a government-led evacuation operation. Dr. Nura Abdullahi, Head of Operations at NEMA’s Kano office, told journalists at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport that the returnees arrived around 4:08 pm in 12 buses and were immediately […] The post 708 Nigerians

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has convened a meeting with leaders of political parties at its headquarters in Abuja to unveil and deliberate on new electoral guidelines ahead of the 2027 general elections. In attendance at the meeting are chairmen and secretaries of political parties, as well as their representatives. Among them are Senator […] The post INEC

Founder of the UT Group, Captain (Rtd) Prince Kofi Amoabeng, has raised alarm over the rising cost of politics in Ghana, warning that it is fuelling corruption and undermining good governance. According to him, the country’s political system has become excessively expensive, forcing candidates and political actors to invest huge sums of money in their […]

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has welcomed moves to resolve the long-running assault case involving JoyNews journalist, Mr Latif Idrissu, describing the development as a constructive step towards accountability and closure after nearly eight years. The Association said the decision by the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and the Attorney-General, Dominic Ayine, to pursue … The post GJA

The government has intensified efforts to combat period poverty and improve menstrual hygiene among schoolgirls, with the distribution of free sanitary pads to vulnerable institutions in Accra. The initiative, led by the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, formed part of a nationwide exercise targeting about two million girls from Primary Five through to senior … The post Govt

The 2026 Honda Football Championship officially kicked off today Tuesday 24th March and was graved by several dignitaries including the Mayor of Tamale Metro, Hon. Alhaji Abubakari Adam Takoro, who performed the ceremonial kick off alongside Francis Lew-Dibahi, Deputy Manager at Honda Motor Southern Africa. His presence underscored the importance of the championship not only to sports development but also to youth engagement and community pride within the region.Other distinguished

Day 1 of the Honda Football Championship 2026 delivered excitement, drama, and early statements as teams in Group A and Group B battled it out under the lights in a thrilling opening round of fixtures.The first game saw University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS) take on the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in a tightly contested encounter. UBIDS struck first in the 22nd minute through their number 6, Wale Isaac, who calmly found the back of the net.

THE Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has begun a crackdown on substandard paints on the market, following the detection of harmful lead levels in some products in the Greater Accra Region. The exercise formed part of efforts to promote fair trade and protect public health, while ensuring that goods sold in the country met approved standards. … The post GSA clamps down on substandard paints in Accra

CIVIL society organisations and health experts have called for the urgent introduction of a mandatory Front of Pack Warning Labelling policy to help curb the rising burden of kidney disease in the country. The stakeholders warned that Ghana was facing a growing public health crisis, with kidney disease affecting millions of people and placing increasing … The post Stakeholders

THE World Bank has secured a $20 million grant from the Dutch government to support tomato production in Ghana under the West Africa Food System Resilience Programme (FSRP). The initiative aims to boost local production and reduce the country’s reliance on imported tomatoes, while strengthening the broader agricultural value chain. Speaking at a stakeholders’ engagement … The post Tomato