Author: Esi Abokomah

Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has paid a working visit to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund to assess progress made in the establishment and implementation of the initiative aimed at improving healthcare delivery across the country. During the visit, officials of the Trust Fund briefed the Vice President on key milestones achieved so far, including the development of operational systems, institutional structures and ongoing implementation efforts. According to the team, the engagement highlighted the importance of the initiative in strengthening access to healthcare services for Ghanaians nationwide. The Vice President commended the leadership of Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku and her team…

Training for cooperative groups has officially begun in Ellembelle, representing another significant milestone in the nationwide implementation of the rCOMSDEP initiative. The training sessions, led by industry experts, are focused on equipping participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to strengthen cooperative structures. Key areas of instruction include improving regulatory compliance, promoting responsible mining practices, and enhancing organisational efficiency within the small-scale mining sector. The programme forms part of the government’s broader strategy to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining across the country. By building the capacity of local cooperatives, authorities aim to ensure that mining activities are carried out sustainably…

Ghanaians will continue to buy sachet water at current prices after the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry stepped in to halt a planned price adjustment that was set to take effect Monday, April 6. The Ministry announced in a press release that the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) and the National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) have agreed to suspend the planned increase, describing the decision as a reflection of the government’s commitment to consumer protection and market stability. “The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness & Industry wishes to commend Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) and the…

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has denied claims that it spent GH¢9 million on a turkey berries production programme, stressing that no such programme exists under the agency. The clarification comes amid circulating reports alleging that the agency allocated a significant sum to support the cultivation of the crop.In a statement, the Director of Corporate Affairs at YEA, Suadique Musah, rejected the claims as false and misleading. He emphasised that the agency has not undertaken any initiative related to turkey berries production, and no payments of that nature have been made. “No such programme exists at YEA; no such payment…

Star-Ghana Foundation’s SURE Project are helping vulnerable youth in northern Ghana turn away from radicalisation through skills training and community cooperation.

Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, Head of the Civil Service, has commended the leadership of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, praising its Chief Director Dr. Afisah Zakariah for what he described as dedication, intellectual depth and a strong commitment to excellence.

The Ministry of Health has directed the immediate enforcement of heightened security measures across all health facilities in Ghana, following the recent baby theft incident at Mamprobi Polyclinic.

Officials from the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP) have provided an update on a newborn baby discovered abandoned near Bronyibima Estate. The infant, believed to be around one day old, is receiving medical attention and is reported to be in stable condition.

For six years, Emmanuel Agbota has remained at a prayer camp, caring for his wife, Efia, who suffers from a severe mental illness, refusing to leave her side despite the challenges.

The Board of Directors of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), led by Board Chairman Hon. James Agalga (MP), conducted a working visit to key project sites, including the ongoing Hajj Village construction, the runway overlay, and the new head office at Kotoka International Airport (KIA).