Author: Constance Awunor

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has granted bail to former GIHOC Distilleries CEO, Maxwell Kofi Jumah, as investigations into alleged financial irregularities continue. Mr Jumah, who was arrested on April 29, 2026, was granted bail set at GH¢55 million. However, he remains in custody as his legal team struggles to meet the conditions. Paul Yandoh of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) confirmed that the bail terms are difficult to satisfy due to the amount involved. He said efforts to secure the required sureties have stalled, with lawyers unable to identify assets that meet the threshold. Mr Yandoh also…

Yango Group has named 24 fellows for its 2026 Yango Fellowship, selecting them from more than 600 applicants across six African countries. The 12-week programme will see participants design and build science and technology projects, with a strong focus on applied artificial intelligence. Their work will be showcased at a final Demo Day in Abidjan. This year’s cohort comes from Côte d’Ivoire, Zambia, Ethiopia, Senegal, Mozambique and Ghana—an expansion from just two countries in the previous edition. Participants will develop practical solutions, including tools for health literacy, energy monitoring systems, traffic optimisation models, and personalised learning platforms in local languages.…

The General Secretary of the Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union (ICU), Morgan Ayawine, has called for urgent reforms to Ghana’s economic system, warning that workers’ sacrifices are not translating into improved living conditions. In his 2026 International Workers’ Day message, Ayawine acknowledged the resilience of Ghanaian workers but questioned why years of hard work have failed to deliver meaningful economic benefits. “Hard work must produce results and meet expectations, but over the years, the opposite has been the case,” he said, calling for a critical review of the country’s economic structure. While commending government efforts to stabilise the economy, he…

Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, has urged the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to strengthen its regional presence by ensuring all its sectors are fully represented. Delivering Ghana’s submission at an ongoing ITU meeting in Geneva, he acknowledged the impact of regional and area offices across the six global regions but stressed the need for a more inclusive and technically balanced approach. Mr. Nartey George commended the ITU for initiatives benefiting member states, particularly in Africa. He highlighted Ghana’s participation in Digital Financial Services Security Clinics, organised through the African Regional Office in collaboration with…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has significantly disrupted maritime and air transport, affecting key global trade and energy routes. According to the Fund, the damage to infrastructure and transport corridors means global systems may not fully return to pre-war conditions—even under the most optimistic scenario. In a recent chart analysis, the IMF highlighted growing concerns in major shipping lanes. It noted that attacks on vessels in the Red Sea since 2023 have forced many ships to reroute around Africa instead of using the Suez Canal. More than two years later, traffic through…

The Central Regional Health Directorate has launched an investigation into a maternal death at the Kasoa Mother and Child Hospital, following allegations that the patient was denied a caesarean section due to lack of space in the recovery ward. In a statement dated April 29, the Directorate confirmed it had constituted a multi-agency committee to conduct a “thorough, objective, and transparent” review of the circumstances surrounding the incident. The committee draws members from the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, Trauma and Specialist Hospital, the Regional Health Directorate, the Regional Coordinating Council, and the Attorney-General’s office. According to the Directorate, findings from…

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has urged the public to take decisive steps to reduce noise pollution, warning of its increasing impact on public health and environmental wellbeing. In a statement issued on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, to mark International Noise Awareness Day under the theme “The Sound of Tomorrow,” the Authority stressed the need for collective responsibility in managing noise levels across the country. “Sound is essential in our day-to-day lives; however, noise, defined as loud or undesirable sound, can become both a nuisance and a serious health concern depending on its intensity, frequency and timing,” the EPA said.…

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) says it will head to the Supreme Court of Ghana to challenge what it describes as the growing misuse of the Electronic Communications Act by security agencies to target journalists. The decision follows rising concern within the media fraternity over arrests and intimidation of journalists under provisions relating to “false communication.” Speaking during a media engagement between journalists and National Security personnel, GJA President Albert Dwumfour said the development amounts to a form of censorship that undermines press freedom and constitutional protections. He argued that the application of the law effectively turns civil defamation matters…

A 35-year-old driver has been remanded into custody by the Amasaman Circuit Court over allegations of defiling a 12-year-old girl. The accused, Philip Asare, pleaded not guilty to the charge when he appeared before the court. The presiding judge, Susanna Nyakotey, ordered that he be held in custody and return to court on May 7, 2026. Prosecutor Nana Yaa Ofori Appau told the court that the complainant is the victim’s grandmother, who lives in Manhean. According to the prosecution, the accused is a neighbour who allegedly started making advances toward the girl in January 2026. The court heard that on…

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed government’s commitment to protecting vulnerable coastal communities after visiting areas affected by recent tidal waves. The President toured Fuveme and the Blekusu Phase II sea defence project on Wednesday, April 29. The visit followed reports that the sea had breached parts of the coastline, raising concerns among residents. Mr Mahama said the visit was necessary to assess the situation firsthand. He noted that authorities received reports of the sea breaking through sections of the coast, prompting urgent attention. The affected areas fall under the West Africa Coastal Areas Project, a World Bank-supported programme designed…