President John Dramani Mahama picked Dr. Edward Omane Boamah as Defense Minister on January 21, 2025. The medical expert replaced Mr. Dominic Nitiwul from the previous government. Dr. Boamah studied at Pope John Senior High School before becoming a doctor at the University of Ghana Medical School. He also spent time at Washington University Medical School in Missouri. He later earned a master's degree from the London School of Economics and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.
During university, Boamah led student groups as president of the National Union of Ghana Students. From 2009 to 2012, he worked as Deputy Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology. He investigated chemical spills from major companies KOSMOS...
Maltaaba Community Bank donated 10 packs of aluminum roofing sheets to help rebuild Anafobiisi Primary A School after a fierce windstorm wrecked classroom roofs last month. The March 10 disaster forced pupils to study under trees, inside a broken-down pavilion, and in a church building without proper learning materials. Peter Azeko from the bank handed over the donation on April 8, calling it part of their community support for education.
The school faced serious problems with overcrowding as two classes shared single rooms. Headmistress Felicia Anii reported more students skipping school because conditions became terrible for learning. Local organization Alagumgube previously donated whiteboards, markers, books, plus pencils to help...
Ashaiman Chief Nii Annang Adzor wants tough action against Tramadol, Red 255, and Blue drugs flooding local streets. During a community meeting, he warned that these opioids threaten youth futures and national security. Foreign sellers from Niger, Mali, and Togo freely hawk these substances throughout neighborhoods, carrying them openly despite laws against such sales.
The chief questioned why border guards, immigration officers, customs agents, and FDA staff failed to stop these controlled substances from entering Ghana. He recently watched TV3's "Agenda" program, in which narcotics control and health service officials discussed rising youth addiction rates. The chief called for awareness campaigns using placards at schools, markets...
Gloria Opoku Gyamfi just became Wenchi Municipal Chief Executive with total backing from Assembly Members, who gave her a perfect 100% approval. She promised to reset the Municipal Assembly's plans for creating youth jobs, boosting farming businesses, improving food security, and keeping peace throughout the area.
The new MCE plans to talk with local chiefs, religious heads, security teams, media people, and community leaders about development plans that match government policies. She thanked President John Dramani Mahama for picking her and appreciated the Assembly Members for their complete support. Gyamfi is committed to running things openly with full accountability for everyone.
Bono Regional Minister Joseph Addae Akwaboa called...
Swiss Ambassador to Ghana Ms. Simone Giger gave major props to Muslim Women In Teaching for helping young girls through skills training. MUSWIT trains women across the country with limited cash but massive impact. The female Muslim teacher group runs free programs teaching fashion design, computer skills, plus soap making.
During her Accra facility tour, Ambassador Giger bought several items, including a fashion umbrella that caught her eye. The apprentices asked for more sewing supplies since many students quit because they lack materials. MUSWIT President Hajia Amina-Deen Ibrahim explained that they formed to stop early marriage, school leaving, and community laziness. They especially help girls who cannot afford higher education...
Six people got hurt when wild buffaloes attacked them in Zimbabwe. A schoolchild became one victim among others injured in the Mutare plus Buhera districts. Villagers killed one buffalo in the Marange area during these dangerous animal confrontations. People also spotted a lion, which reportedly ate somebody's cow last Monday night near Mutsago.
Three people faced buffalo attacks close to Dune Primary School, and three others, including the student, met similar fates in Chief Marange's territory. These wild animals keep coming from Save Valley Conservancy because someone damaged the protective double fence between wildlife areas plus human settlements. Farmers make things worse by driving cattle into protected land looking for grass...
Zimbabwe wants its citizens abroad to behave themselves. Foreign Minister Professor Amon Murwira told people at a diaspora meeting they shouldn't criticize leaders loudly on television. He said the country follows a mature foreign policy these days. The government expects everyone to speak with one voice about national matters. Citizens who make angry public statements risk problems for all sixteen million Zimbabweans.
The minister warned people against blocking international aid coming to Zimbabwe. He reminded them that building their homeland remains their duty, whether they live inside or outside the country. Any complaints about domestic issues should be raised at home rather than abroad. Foreign nations just laugh when they hear...
Thanks to special training, teachers across Kampala have just learned digital skills. More than 40 primary school teachers joined hands-on classes about computers, coding, and robots at Alpha Kindergarten. Three groups ran the program: NextGen Restyling Uganda and Shift Enterprise Academy, with Coderina helping out. These educators practiced using technology for classroom teaching, including science and math projects.
The teachers worked through practical lessons showing how digital tools make learning more fun for students today. They explored ways computers help kids learn better through interactive activities. Mellon Kenyangi, who leads NextGen Restyling Uganda, told everyone about preparing children for future jobs. She talked...
President Museveni wants refugees to farm instead of just receiving aid packages. He met with World Food Programme officials at State House to discuss how refugees can grow their food and make money. Uganda hosts nearly two million refugees from neighboring countries. According to the president, these settlements take up lots of space but aren't organized well for efficient farming.
The president suggested creating compact refugee villages that would free up land for large-scale agriculture. He pointed to Nakivale Settlement, which covers 71 square miles, as an example of land that could produce plenty of crops with proper planning. Museveni explained that many refugees share ethnic ties with Ugandans because colonial borders split...
