The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has identified prostate and liver cancers as two of the leading causes of death in the country. In 2022, Ghana recorded 2,395 cases of prostate cancer, resulting in 1,233 deaths—a mortality rate of 52%. Liver cancer affected 2,656 men, with 2,390 deaths, representing a staggering 90% mortality rate. Overall, the […]
A total of 155 candidates from Ghana’s 16 regions have filed nominations to contest regional slots in the Council of State elections scheduled for Tuesday, February 11. According to a compilation by the Daily Graphic, 145 men and 10 women submitted their nominations before the deadline last Friday. The election is conducted by an Electoral […]
President John Dramani Mahama has submitted his first set of Deputy Ministerial nominees to Parliament for vetting and approval. In line with Articles 78(1) and 79(1) of the Constitution, the President has forwarded the names of the nominees to the Speaker of Parliament for prior consideration and approval. Among the nominees is actor and Member […]
Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, owner and financier of Elmina Sharks Football Club, has strongly criticized the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for mismanaging FIFA funds while failing to support clubs, referees, and players. In a Facebook post on Monday, February 3, 2025, the renowned businessman called for a major restructuring of the GFA, accusing its leadership […]
Fidelia Alhassan (not her real name) is pregnant and fighting for her life. She is among hundreds affected by a deadly cholera outbreak sweeping through the Agona West Municipality. In just the past month, over 250 suspected cases have been recorded, with three confirmed deaths. “I often buy food from outside after work. I started […]
The newly appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has responded to critics questioning his acceptance of the role. Following his appointment, some critics have suggested that his new position is a political reward from President Mahama, given his previous vocal criticism of former President Akufo-Addo’s administration. Addressing […]
The management of Accra Academy has handed over a student to the police following a bullying incident captured in a viral video that sparked widespread public outrage. In a statement addressing concerns over the footage— which appeared to show a student flogging a colleague with a machete— the school assured parents and guardians that swift […]
H. E. President John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders to intensify the fight against corruption, stressing that it deprives nations of vital resources needed for development. Speaking at the Presidential Session of the Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2025 in Accra, Mahama underscored the urgency of addressing corruption and instability, emphasizing that economic growth cannot […]
Asante Kotoko has confirmed the tragic death of one of its supporters following violent clashes during their Ghana Premier League Matchday 19 fixture against Nsoatreman FC at Nana Koramansah Park. In an official statement, the club revealed that the fan sustained fatal injuries amid post-match violence and later passed away at Sunyani Hospital. “Our Kumasi-based […]
