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February 21, 2025February 20, 2025

MFWA Warns Mahama Administration Over Dangerous Radio Shutdowns

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has raised alarms over the recent shutdown of seven private radio stations by the government, warning that such actions threaten press freedom and media diversity in the country. While the MFWA acknowledged the importance

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025

First Pharaoh’s Tomb Discovered in Egypt Since Tutankhamun’s

Egyptologists have made a groundbreaking discovery with the first pharaoh’s tomb found since that of Tutankhamun over a century ago. The tomb of King Thutmose II, the last undiscovered royal tomb of Egypt’s 18th dynasty, was located by a British-Egyptian team

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025

WAEC Defends Results Withholding Amidst NUGS Protest Plans

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has responded to the National Union of Ghana Students' (NUGS) planned protest by asserting that it has acted justly and within its mandate. NUGS is set to demonstrate on February 25, 2025, to protest WAEC's

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025

Illegal Miners Seize Nine Forest Reserves, Block Forestry Commission Access

Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah has revealed that illegal miners have seized control of nine forest reserves in Ghana, effectively barring the Forestry Commission from access. He painted a grim picture of the ongoing struggle against illegal

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Heavy Rainstorm Devastates Communities In Mampong

A violent rainstorm struck Nintin, a community within the Mampong Municipality of the Ashanti Region, on February 18, 2025, causing widespread damage. The storm, which hit around 3 p.m. after a period of drizzle, ripped roofs off numerous buildings, including the

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim Raises Concerns Over Misunderstandings of Sin in Local Churches

In a recent address to church members, Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim expressed deep concern about the growing misconceptions surrounding the concept of sin in local churches. He stressed the urgent need for clarity on the issue, emphasizing that the definition of

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Pope Francis Diagnosed with Double Pneumonia, Vatican Confirms ‘Complex’ Medical Situation

Pope Francis, aged 88, has been diagnosed with double pneumonia, following further tests that revealed a “complex” medical condition, according to a statement from the Vatican on Tuesday. The pontiff, who has been hospitalized since Friday at Rome's Gemelli hospital due

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Chinese Nationals, Ghanaian Arrested for Alleged Illegal Mining on Pra River

Three Chinese nationals and a Ghanaian individual have been arrested by National Security operatives for suspected illegal mining activities (galamsey) along the Pra River near Supom-Dunkwa in the Shama District of the Western Region. The suspects, whose names have not been

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Bawku Conflict Sparks Security Concerns In Savannah Region

The Savannah Regional Minister, Salisu Be-Awuribe, has expressed serious concerns about the potential for the Bawku conflict to spread into the Savannah Region. Recent security incidents in Walewale, linked to the Bawku crisis, have heightened these fears. Following a stakeholder meeting,

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Minister Tia Ibrahim Attacked At Walewale Palace Amidst Curfew Tensions

The North East Regional Minister, Tia Ibrahim, has revealed a harrowing experience where he was held hostage for over two hours and his vehicle vandalized at the Walewale Palace. The incident occurred on Saturday, amidst tensions and attacks in the area,