Author: Constance Awunor
The government of Senegal has banned all non‑essential foreign travel by ministers after a sharp rise in oil prices linked to the conflict in Iran, the prime minister has announced. Addressing a youth rally on Friday, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said the cost of crude oil had climbed to nearly twice what had been budgeted for, prompting the new travel restrictions. Sonko revealed that he had postponed planned trips to Niger, Spain and France in line with the measures. He added that the minister of mines would outline additional steps to reduce government expenditure in the coming week, BBC said.…
A devastating fire has once again swept through Dagombaline in Kumasi, destroying homes and property for the second time in just four months. The latest blaze broke out in the early hours of Easter Monday, leaving dozens of structures in the Subin basin completely razed. Eyewitnesses say the fire began around 4 a.m., quickly spreading through the tightly packed community. “The fire started around 4am from this structure,” said Fuseini Ahmed, a resident, pointing to a burnt building across from his own wooden home. “All my belongings are gone. Even my shorts were given to me by a friend,” he…
President John Dramani Mahama will today, Monday, April 6, 2026, begin an official visit to France at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron. A statement from the Presidency, signed by Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, said the visit will start in Lyon, where President Mahama will participate in the 2026 One Health Summit. The high-level global event will focus on strengthening health systems, improving food security, and enhancing coordinated responses to global health challenges. President Mahama, who leads the Accra Reset Initiative, will co-chair the summit’s high-level segment with President Macron on Tuesday. The summit is expected to bring…
The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry has announced that the anticipated increase in sachet water prices will no longer take effect as previously planned, following discussions with key industry stakeholders. In a statement released on Monday, April 6, the Ministry praised the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association (GPMA) and the National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) for halting the proposed price hike. “The Ministry assures the public that sachet water prices will remain unchanged for now. Consumers can continue to buy at existing rates,” the statement said. The planned increase had earlier been announced by NASPAWAP, which…
Barely three years after its establishment, the Kwahu Business Forum is already making a notable impact on Ghana’s recovering economy, according to Senior Presidential Adviser on the Economy, Seth Terkper. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Kwahu Business Forum at Mpraeso Hills, he highlighted the forum’s growth since its launch in 2024 by President John Dramani Mahama and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah. Mr. Terkper explained that what started as an initiative to promote entrepreneurship within the Kwahu area has developed into a credible and influential platform for business dialogue, investment promotion, and private sector engagement. He stressed that…
Police in the Juaboso District of the Western North Region have arrested a woman, Vivian Anto, for allegedly causing serious injury to her 9-year-old daughter. According to a police report, the incident took place on Friday, April 3, 2026, around 9:30 a.m. at Sefwi-Proso. The suspect is accused of cutting off her daughter’s right index toe with a pair of scissors after the child reportedly returned home late. The victim, identified as Diana Boakye, was rushed to Kofikrom SDA Hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment. Medical staff confirmed that she suffered a severe injury to her right foot but…
The Western Naval Command (WNC) has seized eight unregistered boats allegedly used for illegal fuel bunkering at Poase and New Takoradi, in a strong effort to enforce maritime laws and tackle unlawful activities along Ghana’s coastline. The operation, dubbed “Operation Don’t Complain,” was executed by naval personnel after intelligence revealed that some unregistered boats in the Poase area were being used for illegal bunkering. The exercise was carried out in line with Sections 53 and 54 of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Act, Act 1146, which mandates that anyone intending to construct a fishing vessel must first secure a permit from…
President John Mahama has announced that Ghana will introduce a free visa policy for all African citizens starting May 25, in celebration of Africa Day. Under the new arrangement, travellers from across Africa will be able to apply online for an e-visa at no cost, eliminating financial barriers that have long restricted free movement on the continent. The announcement was made during bilateral talks with Emmerson Mnangagwa on the sidelines of an African Union summit. “I’m also pleased to announce that effective 25th May 2026, when we commemorate Africa Day, Ghana will commence a free visa regime for all Africans.…
Two people are feared dead and 28 others were rescued after a fatal crash at Kwashieman in Accra on Good Friday. The accident happened around 4:30 a.m. when a church bus traveling from Takoradi collided with a truck loaded with onions and yams en route to the Gomoa Dominase market. According to reports, the bus was turning toward Sowutuom when the speeding truck, despite sounding its horn, slammed into it. A National Ambulance Service team from Ablekuma North responded quickly, transporting 20 victims to Weija Gbawe Municipal Hospital and eight to the Ablekuma North Polyclinic. Residents have commended the ambulance…
Oil prices surged again after US President Donald Trump renewed threats to strike Iran “extremely hard” in the coming weeks, while offering no clear plan for ending the conflict, according to BBC News. Brent crude briefly climbed above $109 (£82) per barrel following Trump’s White House address, triggering declines across stock markets in the US, Europe, and Asia. During the speech, Trump said the US would achieve its military objectives “very shortly” and warned of intensified bombing over the next two to three weeks. Earlier in the day, oil prices had dipped below $100 amid expectations that Trump might outline…