Asamoah Gyan applauds FIFA’s introduction of hydration breaks at 2026 World Cup
By Albert Parker Narteh Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has applauded FIFA for introducing mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the initiative as a positive step towards protecting players’ health. The measure, which was first introduced during the FIFA Club World Cup, is being implemented at this year’s tournament due […]
Asamoah Gyan applauds FIFA’s introduction of hydration breaks at 2026 World Cup
By Albert Parker Narteh Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has applauded FIFA for introducing mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the initiative as a positive step towards protecting players’ health. The measure, which was first introduced during the FIFA Club World Cup, is being implemented at this year’s tournament due […]
Every illegal gun destroyed saves lives and makes Ghana safer – Muntaka
By Amoako Kwame The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to curbing the proliferation of illegal firearms, saying every weapon destroyed represents a life potentially saved and another step towards a safer and more secure Ghana. Speaking at the National Arms Destruction Ceremony to mark the United Nations Small Arms […]
Gov’t to construct bypasses around major cities, towns to ease congestion – Roads Minister
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has announced government plans to construct bypasses around major towns and cities across Ghana to ease traffic congestion and reduce travel time. He made the announcement during an inspection tour of the 70-kilometre Anti Rawasi-How-Titirangi Road Project, which is being undertaken by First […]
Roads Ministry to deploy technology to tackle axle load violations
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has announced plans to introduce technology-driven reforms to tackle illegalities, extortion and corruption at axle load control stations across the country. Speaking during an infrastructure inspection tour of road projects under the government’s “Big Push” Programme in the Volta Region, Mr Agbodza expressed […]
NPP NEC calls on members to participate in upcoming clean-up exercises
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has urged all party executives and grassroots members to actively participate in the upcoming national clean-up exercises declared by President John Dramani Mahama. The clean-up exercises follow the recent flooding that affected parts of the Greater Accra Region and several other […]
Gov’t pushes climate-proof development for public projects
By Valentia Tetteh The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, has called for climate considerations to become a mandatory component of all public infrastructure and development projects to strengthen Ghana’s resilience to climate change. Appearing before Parliament’s Assurance Committee on Thursday, July 9, Mr Issifu said climate resilience must be embedded […]
CSOs call on gov’t to provide full disclosure on the GH¢30bn Big Push projects
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Three Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) comprising BudgIT Ghana, the Integrated Social Development Centre (ISODEC), and Revenue Mobilisation Africa (RMA) have called on the government to provide full disclosure on the GH¢30 billion Big Push Infrastructure Programme. They insist that, citizens must have access to details on how public funds are being allocated […]
Ga Traditional Council orders closure of shops and markets for National Cleaning Exercise
The Ga Traditional Council has directed all shops, markets and commercial establishments in Accra to close from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026, to allow residents to participate in the National General Cleaning Exercise. The directive, issued on behalf of the Ga Mantse and President of the […]
Sam George pledges reforms to secure future of Ghana’s digital television platform
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Minister for Communications, Digital Innovation and Technology, Samuel Nartey George, says President John Dramani Mahama is committed to resolving major challenges in the communications sector through dialogue between government and industry stakeholders. “Today’s ceremony marks an important milestone in our collective efforts to ensure the long-term sustainability, efficiency and effective governance […]