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… In an interview with The Ghanaian Times at his residence in Wa, he said his long-standing ambition to lead the party was well known among the rank and file, but the upcoming regional reorganisation had renewed his interest in contesting the position. …
Businessman launches second bid for NDC Upper West ChairmanshipThe Ghanaian Times
… In a press statement issued yesterday and copied to The Ghanaian Times, the Office said language policies in the country’s educational sector should clearly distinguish between cultural and linguistic tools and religious doctrines. …
National Chief Imam backs optional Arabic in public schoolsThe Ghanaian Times
… A statement signed by the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Genevieve Shirley Lartey, and copied to The Ghanaian Times, said the month-long programme would begin with media outreach activities, including radio and television interviews with officials of the Commission in the …
RTI Commission begins 2026 information monthThe Ghanaian Times
… The Public Affairs Officer of the Eastern Regional Police Command, DSP David Fianko-Okyere, confirmed the incident to The Ghanaian Times. …
47-year-old woman arrested over alleged burial of grandchildThe Ghanaian Times
… A 43-year-old artisan, Mr Abubakhari Alhassan, who has spent 21 years in the trade speaking in an interview with The Ghanaian Times here yesterday, said the industry had the potential to become a major industrial activity if producers received the needed support. …
Tanoso pottery industry needs capital to expand – ArtisansThe Ghanaian Times
… A visit by The Ghanaian Times yesterday, to ascertain the situation at first hand revealed that more than 3,000 artisans and their associates continued to occupy portions of restricted buffer zones around high-voltage transmission lines. …
Disaster looms at Ashaiman …as 3,000 artisans still under high-tension linesThe Ghanaian Times
… Naa Abu was speaking to The Ghanaian Times on Monday during a two-week capacity-building course for 73 private surveyors who had applied for licences to practise as surveyors. …
More surveyors needed to improve spatial planning – Lands CommissionThe Ghanaian Times
… In a travel advisory issued on August 21, 2026, and copied to The Ghanaian Times on Friday, the Ministry said although Senegal remained safe for travellers, security concerns along certain road corridors had increased the risks associated with long-distance journeys to the countr …
Foreign Affairs cautions Tijjaniya pilgrims against road travel to SenegalThe Ghanaian Times
… In an exclusive interview with The Ghanaian Times in Shama yesterday, Mr Quaysie noted that the completion of a stalled three-storey classroom block would help ease the pressure on the school. …
SHATEC needs urgent infrastructure support – PrincipalThe Ghanaian Times
… The Chief Executive Officer of Bayport Savings and Loans PLC, Mr Akwasi Aboagye, stated this in an interview with The Ghanaian Times after the company’s participation in the “Facts Behind the Figures” series of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in Accra yesterday. …
Bayport posts strong H1 2026 performance… targets to double profit by year-endHeavy rains caused the River Dayi to overflow in Hohoe, Volta Region, displacing more than 5,285 persons and affecting 400 households, some of whose homes collapsed. Flood victims were evacuated to mosques and school buildings with no casualties reported.
30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Heavy rains caused the River Dayi to overflow in Hohoe, Volta Region, displacing more than 5,285 persons and affecting 400 households, some of whose homes collapsed. Flood victims were evacuated to mosques and school buildings with no casualties reported.
30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A University of Cape Coast professor has warned that saline and mining-related intrusion into coastal areas could worsen over the next 10 years, threatening beaches, tourism, and economic activities linked to Ghana's ocean. Polluted water, sediments, and waste generated upstream travel downstream into lagoons and the sea, affecting coastal communities and the already-pressured fisheries sector.
25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's plan to remove one million metric tonnes of waste from Agbogbloshie, Old Fadama and adjoining communities within 90 days is necessary to address Accra's sanitation crisis, but sustained enforcement of bye-laws will be essential to prevent renewed dumping once the operation ends.
22 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The MP for Nandom Constituency has approved GH¢282,000 in bursaries to support about 98 students' education in the 2026/27 academic year, alongside GH¢47,500 for medical bills for constituents in 2026. Details of beneficiaries will be announced at a ceremony on Thursday at the Municipal Assembly Hall in Danko.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Stock Exchange activity surged last week with 34.59 million shares traded, up 130.2% from the previous week, and transaction value rising 77.8% to GH¢165.94 million. Despite the increase in trading liquidity, benchmark indices declined and market capitalisation fell 1.52%.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Health Service reported that 583 adolescents were managed for suicide-related concerns between 2024 and 2025, with 423 recorded in 2024 and 160 in 2025. The article calls for early suicide prevention through socio-emotional learning programmes in schools and communities, rather than reacting only when a crisis occurs.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Consultant Nephrologist at Okomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital says Type 2 diabetes, previously rare in children, is becoming more common due to unhealthy diets, excessive portions, and sedentary lifestyles. He urges parents to monitor children's food intake, control portions, and encourage physical activity to reduce risk of Type 2 diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Traditional leaders in Upper West Region's Pongyentanga have denied imposing development conditions on residents whose properties were demolished for a market expansion, contradicting claims by the Pongyentanga Displaced Residents Association, which alleges a two-year building deadline and material restrictions have been imposed.
8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A priest at Christ the King Catholic Church, Effiakuma, has warned that greed, selfishness, and the pursuit of profit are driving humanity towards ecological catastrophe and a moral and spiritual crisis. He cautioned against dangerous practices like using chemicals on food for quick profits, and urged Christians to act as stewards of God's creation.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A delegation from Chongqing Zhanxian Group Ltd visited Keta to explore investment opportunities in agriculture, logistics, energy, transport, real estate and salt production. According to a GIMPA lecturer, the Chinese investors have expressed interest in acquiring about 30 acres of land for agricultural production, with discussions ongoing with traditional authorities.
3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Alhaji Alhassan Adams, known as Chairman Randy, has announced his second bid for the Upper West Regional Chairmanship of the NDC, promising a decentralised party structure and regional development agenda. He previously contested the position in 2022 against incumbent Chairman Bunas and lost, but has remained active in party activities.
3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Office of the National Chief Imam has expressed support for teaching Arabic as an optional subject in Ghana's public schools, framing it as a global language rather than a religious or sectarian identity. The statement distinguishes between language policies and religious doctrines, responding to public concerns about Arabic's introduction into the education system.
2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Right to Information Commission will run its 2026 RTI Month from September 1 to September 28, featuring media outreach activities in Accra, Kumasi, Sunyani and Bolgatanga to promote effective implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2019 and deepen public understanding of access to information rights.
1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A 47-year-old woman and her 20-year-old daughter were arrested in Akyem Koforidua after residents reported witnessing the alleged burial of a newborn. The baby was discovered following police intervention, and both suspects are in custody as investigations continue.
1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The clay and ceramics industry in Tanoso, Tano North Municipality, requires increased investment, modern equipment, and government support to expand and create more jobs. Artisans cite limited capital access as a major constraint on acquiring modern machinery and meeting both local and international demand.
27 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Over 3,000 artisans and associates continue welding, fabrication, and repair work in restricted buffer zones around GRIDCo high-voltage transmission lines in Ashaiman, despite a ministerial directive to vacate. The operations pose a public safety risk, underscored by a July 10 explosion that sent metal debris over 300 metres into a transmission tower and disrupted electricity supply.
25 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Acting Surveyor at the Lands Commission has called for more qualified surveyors to support the existing 400, suggesting every district should have at least one surveyor. The Commission is running a two-week refresher course for 73 private surveyors applying for licences to practise, with successful candidates to receive cadastral surveying licences after examination and interview.
25 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has cautioned members of the Tijjaniya Muslim Movement planning road travel to Senegal for pilgrimage, citing security concerns along certain road corridors to Dakar, and recommends air travel instead.
24 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Principal of Shama Technical Institute says inadequate infrastructure is straining teaching and learning, and has appealed to the government, private sector and stakeholders to help complete a three-storey classroom block started in 2022 and fund other facilities including dormitories, an assembly hall, and practical workshops.
21 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Bayport Savings and Loans, which posted GH¢218 million profit in the first half of 2026, aims to double its profit to GH¢436 million by year-end by expanding credit access, improving efficiency, and deepening its presence in the government payroll market. The CEO attributed the company's performance to operational discipline and falling interest rates that have allowed it to reduce lending rates for civil servants and government employees.
21 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The government has paid GH¢10.8 billion to bondholders under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, bringing the total amount paid since 2025 to GH¢41.36 billion. The Ministry of Finance said the latest payment, the third DDEP coupon payment made fully in cash, demonstrates the government's commitment to meeting its debt obligations in full and on schedule.
20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Teachers and Educational Workers' Union (TEWU) has given stakeholders including the Ministers of Finance and Education, Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, university managements and Ghana Education Service two weeks to address complaints of discrimination, payment delays, unfair labour practices and poor working conditions affecting its members at educational institutions.
17 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr Emmanuel Baah Abekah, founder of Aura Family Dental Care, warns that severe gum disease can increase blood sugar levels and make diabetes harder to control, while uncontrolled diabetes can worsen gum inflammation. He notes scientific evidence shows a bidirectional relationship between periodontal disease, diabetes, and hypertension, with inflammation from gum disease potentially contributing to insulin resistance and affecting blood vessels.
17 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Service Authority has suspended deployment of graduates from 13 tertiary institutions after verifying with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission that they lack accreditation. The affected institutions had submitted graduating student names for deployment but were found to be unaccredited.
13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Newmont's Ahafo South mine has commissioned a Cat 6040 Next Generation Hydraulic Mining Shovel supplied by Mantrac Ghana, becoming one of only three mine sites globally to deploy the equipment. The shovel features enhanced safety systems, larger bucket capacity, improved breakout force, and upgraded engines designed to strengthen loading operations and boost productivity.
12 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Animal Welfare League has awarded "Champions of Compassion" status to six hotels—Ibis Styles Accra Airport Hotel, Accra City Hotel, Oak Plaza Hotel, African Regent Hotel, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, and Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra—for committing to cage-free egg sourcing and ethical treatment of laying hens. The awards, part of the inaugural Hospitality with Heart Awards, evaluated 31 three-star hotels and above on their commitment to responsible sourcing and animal welfare standards.
12 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana AIDS Commission says there is no cure for HIV and urges persons diagnosed with the disease to remain on antiretroviral treatment to suppress the virus. The commission notes that while treatment is highly effective, only 57 per cent of an estimated 337,435 persons living with HIV in Ghana are currently on treatment, a shortfall attributed to stigma, denial, and patients discontinuing medication when they feel healthy or turning to prayer and herbal remedies.
11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's maternal mortality ratio stands at 235 deaths per 100,000 live births, above the WHO target of 70. Zipline's Country Director has urged the government to expand medical drone delivery services nationwide, citing a study showing hospitals served by the company in the Ashanti region recorded a 56.4 per cent reduction in maternal mortality.
11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr Akwesi Bosompem Boateng, an environmental communication expert, has called for increased investment in waste management, particularly in waste collection equipment, logistics and engineered landfill sites across all 260 districts, citing years of inadequate investment and critical gaps exposed by June 29 floods. He stressed that long-term interventions including infrastructure investment, enforcement of sanitation bye-laws, and community-based sanitation programmes are needed, rather than viewing recent clean-up exercises as lasting solutions.
10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Computerised School Selection and Placement System Secretariat will release Senior High School placement results on August 31, following the successful selection of schools by over 620,000 candidates who sat for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination. The pre-placement exercise, conducted by WAEC, was expected to end on the day of interview, with candidates selecting preferred senior high and technical schools.
10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →