Author: Constance Awunor

A United Nations working group has warned that Ghana could face food shortages, social unrest, and growing insecurity if the country fails to support sustainable agriculture and rural livelihoods. Uche Ofodile said neglecting rural communities and sustainable farming could have serious long-term consequences for the country. “If there is a problem with food availability, especially during crises and international instability, there will be unrest,” she said. The warning was issued on Thursday during an end-of-mission press briefing in Accra after a 10-day visit to Ghana by the United Nations Human Rights Council Working Group on the Rights of Peasants and…

Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has declared an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo after hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths were reported in Ituri province. The health agency said about 246 cases and 65 deaths have been recorded, mainly in the gold-mining towns of Mongwalu and Rwampara. In a statement issued on Friday, Africa CDC said it was holding talks with officials from DR Congo, Uganda, South Sudan and international partners to strengthen response efforts and cross-border surveillance. Ebola was first identified in 1976 in what is now DR Congo. Scientists believe…

The Supreme Court has ordered the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice to respond within seven days in a case challenging the reported renaming of Kotoka International Airport (KIA). The directive was issued on Thursday, May 14, 2026, during proceedings in the case of Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers v. Attorney-General. The Attorney-General had asked the court for more time to file a statement of case. Although the request was granted, the court stressed the need for a speedy hearing and set a seven-day deadline for the response. Mr Brako-Powers filed the suit in March 2026. He argues that the reported renaming of…

The Mortuaries and Funeral Facilities Agency (MoFFA) has strongly condemned the transportation of a corpse on a motorcycle in a viral video that is believed to have originated from the Oti Region. In a statement dated May 11, 2026, the agency described the act as “unprofessional, undignified, and a clear violation of established public health and death care standards.” The footage, which has circulated widely on social media, shows the lifeless body of a person tied to the back of a motorcycle while being transported. MoFFA emphasized that the handling and movement of human remains must always be done with…

The Electricity Company of Ghana has announced both planned and emergency maintenance works that will lead to power interruptions across parts of the Ashanti and Western Regions on Friday, May 15, 2026. According to the company, the outages will begin at 9:00 a.m., with different durations depending on the type of work being carried out in each area. In the Ashanti Region, planned maintenance will last from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will affect several communities, including Edwenase, Kwadaso, Nwamase, Apire, Ampatia, Bebu, Dako, Ampabame No.1 and 2, Mpatasie, Trede, Sabin Akrofrom, Takyiman, Denkyembouso, Ohuwmasi, parts of Asuoyeboa and…

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority) has announced extended working hours at selected offices across the country to improve service delivery. In a Facebook post shared on Thursday, May 14, the Authority said the affected offices will now operate from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, Monday to Friday. The DVLA said the new schedule is intended to give motorists, drivers, and other customers more flexibility, especially in high-demand urban centres where services such as vehicle registration, licensing, and renewals are frequently sought. According to the Authority, the extended hours apply to 16 offices nationwide, including…

The Executive Director of the Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (Africa Sustainable Energy Centre), Ing. Justice Ohene-Akoto, has been appointed as a member of the Standing Committee of the World Energy Council (World Energy Council). The appointment is described as a major milestone for Ghana and Africa, reflecting the continent’s growing influence in global energy leadership. It recognises Ing. Ohene-Akoto’s contributions to sustainable energy development, innovation, and policy advocacy across Africa. He is a multiple award-winning engineer, inventor, and sustainability advocate who has led several initiatives aimed at expanding energy access, promoting industrial growth, and supporting climate-resilient development in Ghana and…

A growing number of working Ghanaians recognise the importance of saving for retirement, but only a small proportion are actively preparing for life after work, according to the 2025 Financial Wellness Monitor by Old Mutual. The report shows that while 92% of working Ghanaians acknowledge the need to save for retirement, only 33% have taken concrete steps toward retirement planning. It highlights a significant gap between awareness and action, pointing to weak long-term financial preparedness despite signs of economic recovery. Three out of every four respondents said they have not saved enough for retirement, raising concerns about future financial security.…

The Human Rights Division of the High Court in Accra has ruled that the Ghana Police Service violated the rights of journalists and protesters during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration in September 2023. The ruling was delivered on Thursday, May 14, in a case filed by journalist Bridget Otoo and two others against the Inspector General of Police and the Attorney-General. The case, Bridget Otoo & 2 Others v. Inspector General of Police & Attorney-General, was presided over by Justice Nana Brew. The court found that officers of the Ghana Police Service engaged in unconstitutional conduct during the protest. It said officers…

Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (Ghana National Fire Service) in the Volta Region responded to two separate emergency incidents on Wednesday, May 13, rescuing accident victims and containing a domestic fire outbreak. According to a press statement issued by the Service’s Volta Regional Public Relations Office on Thursday, May 14, firefighters first attended to a road traffic accident along the Peki–Asikuma Road involving a SINO tipper truck. The fire crew rescued two male victims after arriving quickly at the scene and carrying out emergency operations. Later the same day, firefighters responded to a fire outbreak at Asikuma Zongo.…