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Ghana’s Ministry of Health has held its first-ever Midwives’ Innovation Hackathon Exhibition, highlighting practical, frontline-driven solutions designed to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes across the country. The maiden event brought together midwives from various health facilities to showcase innovations rooted in everyday challenges faced in delivery rooms, antenatal clinics and community health settings. Organizers said the initiative positions midwives not only as caregivers but also as innovators, leaders and change agents within the health system. Speaking at the exhibition, the Chief Director of the Ministry of Health, Desmond Boateng, said the hackathon aligns with the ministry’s broader commitment to…

The Child Marriage Unit of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, in collaboration with UNFPA Ghana and UNICEF Ghana, has held a two-day National Stakeholders’ Meeting aimed at accelerating efforts to end child marriage in Ghana. The meeting, held from Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2025, was organized under the theme, “Achieving Gender Equality, Empowering Futures: Accelerating Action to End Child Marriage.” It brought together government agencies, development partners, civil society organizations and community-based actors to review progress and strengthen coordination toward eliminating the practice nationwide. Participants assessed interventions implemented over the past year, examined lessons learned, and…

Ghana has intensified efforts to curb sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) with the convening of a National Men’s Conference on Positive Masculinity, bringing male leadership to the center of the country’s gender equality agenda. Organized by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the conference was held Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, and drew policymakers, members of Parliament, traditional and faith leaders, transport unions, civil society groups, academics and media practitioners. Delivering the keynote address, Gender Minister Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey underscored that men and boys are indispensable partners…

President John Dramani Mahama has joined the people of Kenya in commemorating the country’s 62nd Jamhuri Day, using the occasion to reaffirm Pan-African solidarity and the enduring bonds between Ghana and Kenya. In a goodwill message, President Mahama conveyed warm greetings from Ghanaians and declared solidarity with Kenyans as they marked another milestone in their independence journey. He paid tribute to the historic ties linking the two nations, tracing them to the friendship between Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah, and Kenya’s founding leader, Mzee Jomo Kenyatta. “The friendship between our independence leaders … has become an enduring flame that has…

The Ministry of Health has dismissed media reports suggesting disruptions to the ongoing Weija Paediatrics Hospital Project, clarifying that construction continues uninterrupted and no official publication has been issued by the Ministry regarding the project. In a press release, the Ministry said it has neither suspended nor terminated any contract related to the World Bank–supported facility, which is being executed by Awerco Construction Limited on a design-and-build basis. The contract covers both construction works and the supply and installation of medical equipment. The Ministry emphasized that the World Bank is not a contractual party to the works or equipment agreements…

Professor Jane Naana Poku-Agyemang has urged graduates of the University of Energy and Natural Resources to pair technical expertise with purpose-driven innovation, stressing that discipline and integrity must guide Ghana’s technological future. Speaking at UENR’s 10th Congregation Ceremony in Sunyani, Prof. Poku-Agyemang said technical skill alone is insufficient without innovation rooted in real societal needs. She emphasized that technology must be affordable, accessible and sustainable, and should translate into solutions that improve everyday life for Ghanaians. “When experiments fail, discipline and perseverance must prevail,” she said, calling for collaboration across disciplines, institutions and communities to drive meaningful progress. The ceremony…

Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie has engaged a World Bank delegation in discussions aimed at strengthening Ghana’s tourism, culture and creative arts sector. During the meeting, Gomashie expressed appreciation for the World Bank’s continued support, while outlining key challenges confronting the sector. She highlighted infrastructure concerns at major national attractions, particularly the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, stressing the need for sustained investment to protect Ghana’s image and enhance visitor experience. The minister noted that improving tourism facilities is critical to boosting arrivals, preserving cultural heritage and unlocking the sector’s full contribution to national development. She said…

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA), working with National Security operatives, has arrested 32 Nigerian nationals in a coordinated early morning operation at Kasoa–Tuba, dealing a significant blow to suspected cybercrime networks. The dawn raid led to the seizure of 31 laptops and 15 mobile phones believed to have been used in cyber-related criminal activities, including an alleged romance scam syndicate operating from the area. The suspects are currently in custody assisting investigators, while the seized electronic devices are undergoing detailed forensic analysis. Officials said the operation forms part of sustained national efforts to clamp down on cybercrime and protect Ghana’s…

The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has encouraged stronger collaboration between her Ministry and the Africa Arts Network as part of efforts to grow Ghana’s creative sector. Speaking during a meeting with a delegation from the Network, the Minister commended the group for its passion and commitment to promoting Ghanaian arts and culture. She urged the delegation to formalise its proposals through written submissions to enable effective follow-up, particularly as the group prepares for a major theatre production scheduled for March 7 and 8, 2026. Hon. Gomashie reaffirmed the Ministry’s openness to working closely…

Renowned gospel musicians Mary Ghansah and Dina Hopeson have proposed the establishment of a Ghanaian Music Heritage Museum, presenting the concept to the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie. The proposed project, to be located on land at Gbawe South, also known as Adaruma, is designed to preserve the legacies of Ghana’s music legends while providing structured support for ageing artistes. According to the proponents, the complex would feature a museum chronicling the country’s musical evolution alongside social support facilities aimed at safeguarding the welfare of veteran performers. The initiative is envisioned as a national…