Accra commits to 30% cut in waste-sector methane emissions by 2030
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The City of Accra, Ghana, has officially unveiled its LOW-Methane Portfolio, a landmark roadmap that sets out bold actions to reduce methane emissions from the waste sector while advancing climate resilience, public health, job creation, and the city’s transition toward a zero-waste future. The portfolio outlines Accra’s commitment to reducing methane emissions […]
Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang urges senior citizens to support Reset Agenda, calls for reflection on insurance
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on senior citizens to actively support government’s “Reset Agenda,” urging them to share their experiences, mentor younger generations, and contribute to national development. Speaking at the Republic Day Senior Citizens’ Luncheon at the Presidency, she expressed gratitude to God for life […]
Trump confirms he asked Fifa to review Balogun ban
President Donald Trump has confirmed he asked Fifa to review United States striker Folarin Balogun’s one-match suspension at the World Cup. Trump says football’s world governing body “made the right decision” to suspend Balogun’s ban, adding it would have left a “big stain” on the tournament had it been implemented. Balogun, 25, was set to […]
Nana Ama Bonsu named Asantehemaa-designate
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, has accepted the nomination of a member of the Royal Family of Manhyia, Nana Ama Bonsu, as the next Asantehemaa. Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s acceptance of Nana Ama Bonsu follows her nomination and presentation to him at the Palace in Kumasi. It is the first major step in […]
Russia’s missile and drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 18 ahead of NATO summit
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent A massive Russian aerial offensive has killed at least 18 people and wounded dozens more, exposing critical gaps in Ukraine’s air defenses. The Monday morning attack resulted in 12 deaths within the capital, Kyiv, while an additional six fatalities were reported in the surrounding region by its head, […]
Accra Floods: Calls for enforcement of environmental sanitation by-laws intensify
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Coalition of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Water and Sanitation (CONIWAS) has called on the Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, to press upon Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enforce environmental sanitation by-laws. CONIWAS again admonished MMDAs to fully exercise their mandate by […]
De Mayor Foundation marks one year of impact with donations to schools and community in South Tongu
By Magdalene Andoh De Mayor Foundation is one and as part of the first anniversary celebration, the Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to education and community development by donating educational materials and essential school supplies to selected schools within the South Tongu District of the Volta Region on 2 July 2026. The beneficiary schools were Dalive–Torsikpota […]
Scientist who cleaned space toilet on work experience now leading Mars exploration teams
Cleaning a space toilet while on work experience was Claire Parfitt’s first introduction to a career away from Earth’s orbit. But she never imagined her time at the National Space Science Centre in Leicester, when she was 14, would one day see her lead a team exploring future Mars missions. Parfitt, originally from Nottingham, now […]
Nigerian men can’t offer more than money in a relationship – Toke Makinwa
Nollywood actress and media personality, Toke Makinwa, has countered the claims that modern Nigerian women are materialistic and often date or marry for financial benefits. She argued that a romantic relationship has always been transactional since ancient times. Speaking in a recent episode of the MENtality podcast hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Makinwa claimed that the […]
Public Tribunals to be reintroduced in Justice Delivery System – Bill Before Parliament
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghana is moving to fundamentally restructure its judicial landscape by bringing back public tribunals, to fast-track economic, environmental, and specialized criminal cases. The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Mr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has officially laid the Tribunal Bill 2026 before Parliament. The bill passed its first reading and has been referred to […]