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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced six new Mpox infections, raising the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 91.  According to health officials, two of the newly infected patients are currently hospitalised and are under close medical supervision. Contact tracing efforts are actively underway to identify individuals who may have been exposed, as part of measures to limit further transmission. The recent uptick in cases has sparked growing public anxiety. In response, the Ghana Health Service has urged the public to remain calm while assuring that the situation is under control. In a public health advisory,…

As Nigeria grapples with economic hardship, galloping inflation, rampant unemployment, deepening poverty, and widespread insecurity, the political elite appears to have shifted focus from governance to the 2027 general elections, still nearly two years away. This premature, aggressive politicking is not only untimely but has also become bumpy and disturbingly dirty, threatening to undermine already fragile governance systems.Across party lines, from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and even to fledgling parties, it is clear that the scramble for political positioning has begun in earnest. Political consultations masked as rallies, subtle yet strategic…

Member of Parliament for Krachi East, Nelson Kofi Djabab The Member of Parliament for Krachi East, Nelson Kofi Djabab, has called for intensive public education to combat rampant land degradation, linking the phenomenon to climate change.Speaking during parliamentary proceedings on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the MP emphasised the need for greater community awareness, building on discussions about recent rainstorms that have affected his constituency and others.Djabab identified practices such as indiscriminate bush burning, tree felling, and general land degradation as major contributors to environmental depletion, warning that the nation’s climate cover is rapidly diminishing.He noted that the problem, already evident…

After understanding the benefits of outsourcing your IT management, the next step is finding the right partner and ensuring a productive, long-term relationship. In Ghana’s evolving tech space, the right managed service provider (MSP) can elevate your operations, tighten cybersecurity, and help you scale without stress. What to look for in an MSP Not all managed service providers are created equal. Here’s how Ghanaian business leaders can select the right fit: Technical expertise and certifications – Check if the MSP holds updated certifications from trusted global tech vendors like Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, or Google Cloud. Certification ensures they’re competent and current…

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season will commence on Friday, September 12, 2025, and conclude over the weekend of May 23-24, 2026. This season’s calendar has been carefully structured to align with the 23rd FIFA World Cup, which will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The alignment ensures that the domestic league concludes before the global showpiece kicks off. The GFA emphasized that the league schedule reflects its commitment to the FIFA calendar while preserving the integrity and competitiveness of local football. Ahead of the season’s kickoff, the GFA’s Ordinary…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has defended its decision to use lyrics from King Paluta’s hit song “Aseda” in the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), following public criticism over its relevance and fairness.In the Music and Creative Arts paper, Section B, Question 4(c) asked students to identify two major social issues reflected in “Aseda”, sparking debate about the appropriateness of referencing a contemporary rap song in a national exam.Speaking on 3FM’s Sunrise show with Johnnie Hughes on Wednesday, June 18, WAEC’s Head of Public Affairs, John Kapi, insisted that the question was both legitimate and accessible.“Language wouldn’t have…

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa is the Minister of Foreign Affairs The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has confirmed that a formal petition has been submitted to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to investigate the former Head of IT at Ghana’s Embassy in Washington, D.C., Fred Kwarteng, over allegations of financial impropriety and abuse of office.Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the Minister stated that the proceeds of the alleged crime would be traced, and Kwarteng would be extradited to Ghana for prosecution.“EOCO has been petitioned to probe Alfred Kwarteng, trace the proceeds of crime, and…

Former Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has predicted that former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, will become the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) next flagbearer.Dr. Boakye-Danquah is confident that Mr. Agyapong, who lost the 2023 flagbearer contest to then Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, will this time defeat him in the upcoming primaries.In a social media post on Wednesday, June 18, the NPP stalwart who has declared his support for Mr. Agyapong, claimed that Dr. Bawumia’s perceived influence in the party will be overturned.“The DECISIVE BATTLE: The January 2026 primaries will be Hon. Kennedy Agyapong’s chance…

In the bid to improve public trust in vaccines and reduce health misinformation, the Ghana Coalition of NGOs in Health has begun a new initiative of training queen mothers to serve as vaccine ambassadors in their communities. The initiative brings together revered female traditional leaders from across the country who will now champion vaccine education in thousands of Ghanaian communities. As Ghana continues efforts to boost immunization coverage, queen mothers are being enlisted as powerful advocates for vaccine awareness. The Ghana Coalition of NGOs in Health is training these respected traditional leaders to educate their communities on the importance of…

Rt. Hon. Adebo OgundoyinWhen the Constitution Becomes a Barrier, Not a ShieldChairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Adebo Ogundoyin, has once again echoed the voice of the people by calling for a total overhaul of Nigeria’s security architecture. Speaking at the Legislative Dialogue on Nigeria’s Security Architecture held in Abuja—under the theme “Nigeria’s Peace and Security: The Constitutional Imperatives”—Ogundoyin warned that Nigeria’s over-centralized police system has become overstretched, outdated, and ineffective in addressing the nation’s worsening insecurity. His call was not abstract. It was grounded in blood, urgency, and the undeniable failures of a top-heavy…