The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is deep into peacemaking efforts for the Bawku conflict. During a meeting with Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene and several MPs at Manhyia Palace, he detailed ongoing diplomatic initiatives to quell the long-standing regional tensions.
He reported significant progress in reducing gun violence and emphasized continuous stakeholder engagement. The traditional leader has been actively reaching out to key parties, including the Bawku Naaba, Nayiri, and representatives from Mossi and Hausa ethnic groups.
The Asantehene passionately advocated disarmament and dialogue. He urged all factions to put down their weapons and work collaboratively to resolve the historical challenges that have...
The Ashanti Region is drowning in a power crisis that's pushing regional officials to the brink. Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the regional minister, is feeling the heat from frustrated residents who are sick and tired of constant electricity interruptions.
Power outages have become a recurring nightmare for communities across the region. Last Sunday, March 16, the situation hit a breaking point with widespread blackouts affecting multiple districts and municipalities. Residents have been bombarding the minister with complaints, demanding immediate action to resolve the escalating energy problem.
Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor acknowledged the region's severe electricity challenges. He pointed fingers at the weak power infrastructure...
Rwanda just dropped a diplomatic bombshell on Belgium, giving Belgian diplomats a swift 48-hour eviction notice.
The Rwandan Foreign Affairs Ministry didn't mince words. They blasted Belgium for what they called neocolonial meddling and systematically working against Rwanda's interests. The government accused Belgium of repeatedly undermining the country, especially concerning the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rwanda's statement highlighted Belgium's historical baggage, pointing to its destructive role in fueling ethnic tensions that ultimately led to the devastating 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. They charged Belgium with harboring groups that deny and perpetuate genocidal ideologies on its soil.
The...
A prominent Ghanaian journalist and lawyer, Samson Lardi Anyenini, is calling out Ghana's new police chief with a bold message. He wants Christian Tetteh Yohuno to completely overhaul the communication strategy implemented by his predecessor, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare.
Under Dampare's leadership, the police communication system became highly centralized. Regional and district-level police representatives were banned from directly engaging with journalists or the public about local security matters. Every communication had to funnel through headquarters in Accra, with official press statements as the only conduit of information.
Anyenini argues that this approach is fundamentally flawed and potentially unconstitutional. He believes...
A top police leadership shake-up just landed Christian Tetteh Yohuno as Ghana's new Inspector-General of Police. He's taking over from Dr. George Akuffo Dampare after four incredible decades of law enforcement experience.
The West Africa Action Network on Small Arms welcomed Yohuno and praised his deep background in policing and national security. They're betting he'll help push through critical reforms, especially around controlling small arms across the country.
Yohuno isn't some newcomer to high-stakes leadership. He's been a powerhouse in the police service since 1985, managing everything from intelligence operations to regional security. His international peacekeeping missions in Bosnia and East Timor showcase his global security...
The CDA Consult just praised Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid-Computer for landing the top job at Ghana's Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC).
They're pumped about his appointment, believing he'll bring some serious tech, governance, and education chops to shake things up under President John Dramani Mahama's leadership. The organization sees him as the perfect person to close the digital gap between connected and unconnected communities across Ghana.
Francis Ameyibor from CDA Consult is thinking strategically. He wants to team up with GIFEC to supercharge their cervical cancer prevention campaign. Their goal? Knock out cervical cancer in Ghana by 2030 and slash chronic disease mortality rates through aggressive health...
Ghana is cracking down on gun control after mounting security concerns. A national watchdog organization called the West Africa Action Network on Small Arms has thrown its full support behind the Interior Minister's latest push to tackle widespread firearm ownership.
The government is taking serious steps to address the flood of weapons across the country. With conflicts raging in nearby Sahel regions, illegal firearms are pouring into Ghana at an alarming rate. Officials have highlighted massive gaps in current licensing procedures that allow people to obtain guns with minimal scrutiny.
Interior Minister Alhaji Muntaka is leading the charge for comprehensive reforms. He wants a complete overhaul of how firearms are tracked and...
The Africa Centre for Energy Policy threw a power-packed training workshop for journalists and media creators, zeroing in on how to crack the code of public finance tracking and corruption reporting in Ghana.
At the Fiesta Royal Hotel in Accra, ACEP's legal director Kofi Bentil fired up the crowd, challenging media pros to slam the brakes on corruption by keeping national leaders under a microscope. He hammered home that when nobody holds leaders accountable, bad decisions can run wild and wreck national progress.
Bentil broke down how government systems can push even well-intentioned leaders toward sketchy practices. He challenged journalists to dig deep and shine light on shady corners, promising that courage pays off. If reporters...
A prominent education advocacy group is pushing hard for major budget shifts to tackle rural school inequalities. The African Education Watch wants the Finance Minister to take urgent action on educational infrastructure funding across Ghana's countryside.
The organization highlights massive challenges facing rural schools. With about 5,300 schools still operating under trees and makeshift shelters, the situation demands immediate attention. Northern Ghana especially needs help as international funding sources like USAID pull back support.
EduWatch calculates a whopping US$3 billion infrastructure gap for basic education between 2025 and 2030. They've pinpointed critical shortages, including 3,600 missing junior high schools and a...
