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The winners of the highly competitive Season II of Kumawood TV Star Kids Show have been crowned. The dynamic duo, Arianna Elinam Quao and Janelle Yaa Asantewaa Sika Koranteng, popularly known as Star Dancers, were on Sunday crowned winners. The talented young duo stole the hearts of judges and audience alike with their electrifying performances over the nine-week competition. Their impressive skill and chemistry on stage earned them the top spot, with standout performances in weeks 3, 7, and 9. Star Dancers took home a saloon car as their ultimate prize, courtesy Kumawood TV. Speaking after their win, Elinam and…

Ghana’s Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has commended health workers nationwide for their dedication and resilience in his end-of-year message, pledging renewed focus on strengthening the country’s health system. In a statement addressed to Ghanaians and healthcare professionals, the Minister expressed appreciation to doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health staff, administrators and frontline workers for their continued service under challenging conditions. He described their commitment as the backbone of Ghana’s healthcare delivery, noting that their efforts had saved lives and brought hope to families across the country. Mr Akandoh also thanked traditional authorities, development partners, civil society organisations and…

Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority (CSA), working with National Security and the Ghana Police Service, has arrested 48 suspected cybercrime operatives in a coordinated intelligence-led operation at Dawhenya in the Greater Accra Region. The early-morning swoop, carried out on Wednesday, December 24, between about 1:40 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., targeted four locations within the Dawhenya enclave. Authorities said the suspects comprise 46 men and two women, believed to be Nigerian nationals linked to organised cybercrime activities. Investigators suspect the group of involvement in romance scams, online investment fraud, impersonation schemes and illicit online gold trading, offences that have caused significant financial…

The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by security personnel, including housing, morale, and logistics, in the coming year. Speaking during a Joint Security Services Route March at the El Wak Sports Stadium in Accra, Hon. Muntaka commended officers for their dedication and hard work, highlighting ongoing efforts to retool the services. Organised by the Ghana Armed Forces in collaboration with other security agencies, the event aimed to reassure the public of the collective readiness of Ghana’s security services to maintain peace and order during the Yuletide season. The…

Recent discussions about the connection between oral health and erectile dysfunction have sparked widespread interest, with health experts emphasising the importance of dental hygiene in overall wellness. During a recent interview, a medical professional explained that poor oral hygiene, particularly inflamed gums, triggers the release of substances called cytokines into the bloodstream. These molecules can negatively affect the endothelium, the inner lining of blood vessels which plays a crucial role in regulating blood flow. “When these blood vessel linings are compromised, the smooth muscles responsible for erections cannot function properly,” the expert said, highlighting how systemic inflammation originating in the…

The Forestry Commission of Ghana has strengthened forest governance through a renewed partnership with the United Kingdom, following the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding between the two governments. The agreement marks a significant step in deepening cooperation on forest legality, climate resilience and responsible forest management, while reaffirming the Forestry Commission’s central role in protecting forest resources and promoting sustainable trade and livelihoods. The signing ceremony brought together senior officials of the Forestry Commission, representatives of the UK Government, private sector actors, civil society organisations and development partners, reflecting a shared commitment to sustainable forestry and accountable forest-based…

Ghana’s 1992 Constitution has proven resilient and remains a cornerstone of the country’s democratic stability nearly 33 years after its adoption, according to Lamtiig Apanga, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gaming Commission. Speaking in an interview, Mr Apanga said the constitution deserved to be celebrated “in a very elegant manner” for providing Ghana with one of the most stable democratic systems in West Africa. He noted that the country has experienced peaceful transfers of power between political parties, a record he described as evidence of a mature and enduring constitutional order. Mr Apanga recalled that the constitution successfully…

Vice-President Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has underscored the government’s commitment to building a sustainable and coordinated fisheries sector following a working visit to the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development in Accra. The visit, she said, formed part of her ongoing engagements with ministries to better understand their operational realities, support their work and strengthen collaboration across government. The ministry is headed by Emelia Arthur. During the engagement, officials outlined the work of the ministry’s two core agencies, the Fisheries Commission and the National Premix Fuel Secretariat as well as plans to establish a dedicated Blue Economy Commission. Prof Opoku-Agyemang…

The lawyer for Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has questioned why officials of EXIM Bank Ghana were not named in a GH¢24 million loan fraud case announced by the Attorney-General. Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, Lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi, a former Member of Parliament and counsel for Chairman Wontumi, said responsibility for the transaction lay more with the bank than with his client’s company, Wontumi Farms. Appiah-Kubi criticised Attorney-General Dominic Ayine for publicly naming Chairman Wontumi and referring to his political affiliation while omitting the identities of EXIM Bank officials who approved and disbursed the loan. He…

The Vehicle Embossment Association of Ghana (VEMAG) has filed an injunction at the High Court in Accra seeking to restrain the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) from rolling out a new digital or alternative vehicle number plate registration system from January 2026. The application, filed on Monday, December 22, 2025, was brought by BEMENCO Embossment Ltd and 26 other plaintiffs, all members of VEMAG. The plaintiffs are asking the court to halt the implementation of any new vehicle number plate system until the substantive case is determined. They are also seeking an order preventing the DVLA from introducing any…