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Desmond Davis: The Coastal Innovator Redefining Sustainability And Invention In Ghana

Inventor and mechanical engineer Desmond Davis was the featured guest on The PM Jam on Melody FM with host Haruna Babangida yesterday, where he shared the inspiring story behind his groundbreaking invention: the Kingsway refrigerating barrel. Based in New Takoradi, Davis has become a symbol of ingenuity and resilience, using his skills to create practical […]

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Anti-Galamsey Taskforce Intensifies Operations In Aowin Tano And Tano Anwia Areas

The Ghana Police Service has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, in the Aowin Tano and Tano Anwia areas near Enchi in the Western Region. In a statement released on Monday, May 26, 2025, the Police announced that the Special Anti-Galamsey Taskforce is focused on identifying more individuals involved in

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Parliament Resumes Today As Lawmakers Return From Easter Recess

Ghana’s Parliament has officially resumed sittings today, Tuesday, May 27, 2025, marking the start of the Second Meeting of the First Session of the 9th Parliament. This comes after a break observed during the Easter period. With the resumption, Members of Parliament are expected to engage in a full schedule of legislative activity. The agenda

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President Mahama To Establish Governance Advisory Council To Promote Transparency And Accountability

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to good governance and transparency by announcing the establishment of a Governance Advisory Council. This move fulfills a key promise he made during the 2024 election campaign. On Monday, May 26, President Mahama held a meeting with representatives from several civil society organizations to discuss the structure

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President Mahama Unveils Plan To Link Ghana Card To Vehicles For Automated Road Toll Collection

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a bold step towards digitizing Ghana’s road toll system. As part of the 2025 Economic Policy and Budget Statement, he revealed that his administration plans to eliminate traditional tollbooths in favor of a fully automated toll collection system. The new system will link every vehicle in Ghana to its

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Gov’t Exempts Key Health, Education, And Security Institutions From Paying Electricity Bills

The Government of Ghana has officially released a list of state institutions that are now exempt from paying electricity bills. This major policy decision, led by President John Dramani Mahama and approved by Cabinet, aims to safeguard critical national services while promoting responsible electricity use across the public sector. According to the Minister for Energy

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Dance Leaders Call for TGMA Category to Boost Industry

In a passionate call to action, two of Ghana’s leading dance influencers Onga Dancer of Dance Me Africa and Azonto Baby of SNG Dance Academy both in Takoradi are advocating for the inclusion of a dance category at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). During an interview on Melody FM’s “Chart Down Ghana” with Quorby

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Rotational Nurses and Midwives Set for Nationwide Strike Over 12 Months of Unpaid Allowances

The Rotational Nurses and Midwives Association of Ghana has announced plans to embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, June 2, 2025, over the government’s failure to pay their outstanding allowances. According to the Association, its members have gone 12 months without payment, and multiple appeals to the Ministry of Health have been ignored. In

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Ghana’s Power Sector Under Strain As Frequent Maintenance Flags Systemic Risk

Ghana’s electricity sector is showing signs of serious distress, as the increasing frequency of scheduled and emergency maintenance by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) points to a deeper, structural crisis in the national grid. While maintenance is a normal part of utility management, the current rate and scale of

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Western Regional Minister Orders Immediate Action to Stop Encroachment on Ghana Water Company Lands at Daboase

The Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has ordered an immediate halt to ongoing land encroachment on Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) property at the Daboase water treatment facility in the Wassa East District. During a familiarization visit to the site, the Minister issued a strong warning, describing the encroachment as illegal and dangerous to the

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