At least 24 people have been killed as multiple wildfires continue to ravage South Korea‘s south-east region. Most of the victims are in their 60s and 70s, authorities say, adding that some 26 people are injured – with 12 in critical condition. More than 23,000 people have been forced to flee their homes. The “unprecedented” crisis…
In a vibrant display of heritage and resilience, the Sisaala community of Burkina Faso celebrated the grand finale of the second edition of the Zensi Gberi Festival yesterday in Buro. The month-long cultural celebration, which brought together 32 Sisaala communities, reached its peak with a national ceremony attended by top-ranking government officials, traditional leaders, and…
The Network of Women in Broadcasting (NOWIB) Ghana has joined journalists and media practitioners across the globe to commemorate World Press Freedom Day 2025, under the UNESCO theme: “Reporting in the Brave New World – The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media.” This year’s theme underscores the increasing influence of artificial intelligence on…
After more than two decades of service to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), prominent member and three-time parliamentary candidate, Appiah-Kubi Baidoo, has officially tendered his resignation from the party. In a letter dated April 16, 2025, addressed to the Constituency Chairman of the Sefwi Akontombra Constituency, Mr. Baidoo expressed his deep frustration over what he…
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communication (GIFEC), Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid Computer has described the gold trade under the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC) as erratic and poorly regulated, a situation he stated significantly contributed to the country’s persistent illegal mining menace. Mr. Tanko made the remarks on Tuesday,…
President John Dramani Mahama has, with immediate effect, cancelled the payment and allocation of fuel allowances to all political appointees as part of his administration’s ongoing efforts to reduce public expenditure. The announcement was made on Tuesday, July 15, in an official statement from the presidency signed by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye…
The Chief Executive officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr Saajida Shiraz has announced that reimbursement of fees paid by first year university students will commence in June, 2025. This is contained in a statement issued in Accra on May 12. “In a significant step towards alleviating financial hardships faced by first-year students,…
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has accused the government of rushing through questionable contracts, which he claims undermine fiscal responsibility and the principles of transparency and accountability. At the center of Ablakwa’s allegations is a $750,000 electronic servicing contract approved by the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB). In a post shared…
Sponsors of the 2025 Channel One TV/Citi FM “Back to Your Village” Food Festival have lauded the event for significantly enhancing their brand visibility and engagement with the community. The sponsors have committed to partnering with Channel One TV and Citi FM for the 2026 Food Festival. Notable sponsors include Jibu, Gino, KOA Natural, Twellium Industries, Pan…
On Saturday 26th January, 2025, a second division team by name Soccer Babies FC in Tumu in the Sisaala East Municipality generously donated to the maternity ward of the Sisaala East Municipal Hospital in Tumu. This donation, the first of its kind, was in line with the philanthropic philosophy of the club, which sees the…
