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Legendary Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs passes on
Legendary Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84, bringing to an end a remarkable career spanning several decades in Nigeria’s film and television industry.…
GPRTU maintains 30% fare hike proposal as committee reviews transport costs
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) says it is maintaining its proposal for a 30% increase in transport fares as it awaits the findings of a committee…
Police officer charged with murder over death of Central University law student
General Corporal Robert Katey Koranteng of the Ghana Police Service has been charged with murder over the death of 20-year-old Central University law student Ivan Apprey Baidoo. The…
Too many EV charging stations could disrupt power supply – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns over the rapid establishment of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Ghana, warning that poorly planned installations could put pressure on…
C/R: Four killed in fatal accident at Esuehyia
Four people died in a road crash at Esuehyia Junction on the Apam-Mankesim Highway in the Central Region on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The accident, which occurred at…
NPP lost 2.1m votes partly because of my exit – Alan Kyerematen
Leader of the United Party (UP), Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, has attributed part of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) heavy defeat in the 2024 general elections to his…
GPRTU warns of possible fare hike as petrol, diesel prices surge
Commuters may soon have to pay more for public transport as the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) weighs a possible fare adjustment following an expected increase in…
Over 800 farmers to receive compensation for Accra-Kumasi Expressway
More than 800 farmers whose farms fall within the right of way of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway are expected to receive compensation as the government progresses with the preparatory…
SHS placement system set for review amid growing concerns
The government is set to review Ghana’s Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) following the completion of the 2026 Senior High School placement exercise. The Ministry of…
Ghana targets AI independence as government invests in computing infrastructure
Ghana is taking steps to reduce its dependence on foreign technology infrastructure as the government rolls out major investments in digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. Minister for…