Author: Constance Awunor

The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has called on President John Dramani Mahama and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to engage directly to help resolve growing diplomatic tensions between Ghana and South Africa. The Damongo MP said recent developments suggest that ministerial-level engagement may no longer be enough to address concerns arising from xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other foreign nationals in South Africa. Call for Presidential Intervention Speaking on the matter, Mr. Jinapor said relations between the two countries appear to have deteriorated despite their long-standing partnership. “Quite clearly, there is some breakdown of…

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has warned the public not to accept, consume, sell or distribute food and other regulated products recovered from floodwaters following the recent floods in Accra and other affected areas. The Authority said the warning became necessary after observing individuals retrieving food products from floodwaters and indicating on social media that they intended to distribute them to the public, including students. FDA Raises Safety Concerns In a food safety alert issued on Thursday, July 2, the FDA said it could not guarantee the safety or quality of products recovered from floodwaters. According to the Authority,…

An Accra High Court has cleared the way for the extradition of Ghanaian socialite Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, to the United States. The court dismissed his application seeking to block the extradition process, paving the way for Ghanaian authorities to transfer him to face criminal charges in the US. Lawyer Confirms Court Decision The development was confirmed on Thursday, July 2, by Abu Trica’s lawyer, Oliver Barker-Vormawor. In a Facebook post, Barker-Vormawor said he was informed while outside Ghana that the court had fast-tracked the case and approved his client’s extradition. “I am out of Ghana for…

The Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed all consolidated cases challenging the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo from office. The decision, delivered by a seven-member panel on Thursday, July 2, brings an end to the domestic legal challenges against her dismissal. Court Dismisses Consolidated Cases The panel, chaired by Justice Amadu Tanko, ruled that the suits lacked merit and dismissed them. The ruling effectively closes legal efforts within Ghana to overturn Justice Torkornoo’s removal, which followed months of political and judicial debate. Four separate lawsuits were filed in 2025 after she was suspended following the establishment of a prima…

England booked their place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo, thanks to a late brace from captain Harry Kane. The Three Lions looked set for a shock exit before Kane struck twice in the closing stages to rescue Thomas Tuchel’s side and set up a last-16 clash with co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium. England were just 15 minutes away from one of the biggest upsets in their World Cup history after Brian Cipenga gave DR Congo the lead. However, Kane stepped up when his…

US singer Chris Brown has been ordered to pay $12.9 million in damages after a Los Angeles jury found him liable for a dog attack that seriously injured his housekeeper in 2020. The verdict followed a two-week trial over an incident at Brown’s home in Tarzana, California, where Maria Avila was attacked by a 200-pound Caucasian shepherd named Hades while taking out the rubbish. The jury found Brown and his company, Black Pyramid LLC, liable for negligence. According to court proceedings, Avila suffered severe injuries after the dog mauled her, leaving her with permanent facial disfigurement, scarring, vision loss and…

A member of the Illinois House of Representatives in the United States, Carol Ammons, has expressed support for President John Dramani Mahama’s campaign for reparations for people of African descent. She described reparations as a matter of justice and an important tool for Africa’s long-term development. Speaking during a meeting with the Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga, in Bolgatanga on Wednesday, July 2, Ammons said reparations are necessary to address the lasting effects of slavery, colonialism and the transatlantic slave trade. She said these historical injustices continue to affect African countries and people of African descent around the…

Residents of Alajo in Accra are calling for urgent action to clear waste left behind by the recent floods, warning that the growing heaps of refuse could lead to disease outbreaks and worsen future flooding. The appeal comes days after heavy rains on Monday, June 29, caused widespread flooding across parts of the capital. Heaps of refuse, damaged furniture, soaked household items and goods recovered from flooded shops remain piled along roads and in front of homes. Residents say the slow pace of waste collection is delaying efforts to restore normal life in the community. They also fear that fresh…

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has extended the deadline for filing second-quarter taxes and May 2026 statutory returns following the recent floods that disrupted business activities in Accra and surrounding areas. The extension was approved by the Commissioner-General to provide relief to businesses and taxpayers affected by the heavy rains. Under Ghana’s tax calendar, returns for Corporate Income Tax (CIT), Personal Income Tax (PIT), Value Added Tax (VAT), National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), and Communications Service Tax (CST) were originally due on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The GRA has now extended the deadline to Monday, July 6, 2026. In a…

The Government of Ghana has condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa and called for a full investigation and the swift arrest of those responsible. In a statement issued on July 1, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it received with “profound shock and sadness” reports of the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Bashiru Isak in Khayelitsha, Cape Town. According to the Ministry, Mr Isak was killed on Monday, June 30, during anti-immigrant demonstrations linked to ongoing xenophobic attacks. The Government described the killing as a senseless act of violence and strongly condemned the growing wave of xenophobic…