Author: Constance Awunor

The Governing Council of the University of Cape Coast has appointed Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto as the new Vice-Chancellor of the university, effective August 1, 2026. The appointment was announced in an official notice issued by the Council Secretariat on May 15, 2026, following a special meeting of the Governing Council. Prof. Aheto, who currently serves as Acting Vice-Chancellor and Pro Vice-Chancellor of the university, is expected to formally assume the substantive role in August, succeeding the outgoing leadership. According to the statement, the decision was reached during Council deliberations, marking a significant leadership transition for one of Ghana’s leading…

The Government of Ghana has announced the successful completion of its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), describing it as a major milestone in the country’s economic recovery and the restoration of macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability. According to a statement issued by the Minister for Information, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the achievement comes ahead of the original timeline and follows what the government describes as decisive corrective measures taken in 2025 after challenges that disrupted the programme at the end of 2024. The statement noted that the administration of President John Mahama implemented a combination…

Fire has gutted the Monte Carlo Pub at Tema Community 10 in the Greater Accra Region, forcing emergency responders to rush to the scene to contain the blaze. Thick smoke was first seen billowing from the building, raising alarm among residents and nearby businesses. Fire crews quickly moved in after receiving an emergency alert. The Ghana National Fire Service deployed four fire tenders to fight the flames and stop the fire from spreading to adjoining structures. Firefighters continue to battle the blaze as efforts intensify to bring it under control. Authorities have not yet determined what caused the fire. No…

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Eric Nyamekye, has urged staff of Zoomlion Kenya to prioritise competence, integrity, and faithfulness as the company expands its operations in East Africa. He spoke to workers and management during a visit to Zoomlion’s Nairobi facility on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. He said national and corporate development depends not only on natural resources, but also on strong governance, discipline, and skilled human capital. Apostle Nyamekye noted that countries that have achieved long-term prosperity were built on sound policies and principled leadership. He stressed that competence and moral integrity must guide recruitment…

The European Union has expressed its readiness to strengthen support for Ghana’s fight against illegal mining, widely known as galamsey. Speaking after a visit to mining sites in Kyebi, the EU Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebach, said the bloc is prepared to deepen cooperation with the Government of Ghana to address the growing problem. The ambassador said the EU is already working with Ghana on several projects involving development cooperation, security, and defence. According to him, the bloc is open to expanding that support, especially in tackling illegal mining activities and promoting responsible mining practices. Mr. Skinnebach said his visit…

Operatives of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat have dismantled illegal mining equipment during an operation along the Butre River in the Ahanta West District of the Western Region. The operation took place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Ewusiejo as part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on illegal mining activities across the country. According to NAIMOS, the taskforce moved to the area after receiving intelligence about illegal mining activities along the river. The operation began at about 9:15 am. Officials said about 30 suspected illegal miners fled the scene after spotting the security team, leaving behind equipment and…

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has called for stronger families and safer communities to improve the wellbeing of children in Ghana. The appeal was made as Ghana joined the international community to mark the 2026 International Day of Families on May 15. In a statement, the Ministry said this year’s celebration is themed “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing.” According to the Ministry, the occasion highlights the important role families play in society while drawing attention to inequalities that continue to affect children’s development and wellbeing. The Ministry said many families are struggling with poverty, unemployment, domestic violence,…

The Ghana Education Service has assured the public that all qualified Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates will be placed in senior high and technical schools across the country. In a statement issued on May 14, 2026, GES said preparations had been completed to receive first-year students into senior high and technical schools on September 18, 2026. The service congratulated all Junior High School graduates on completing the BECE and assured parents and students that every qualified candidate would gain access to secondary education. GES dismissed reports claiming that about 72,000 students could miss out on placement this year. According…

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…