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Law professor Stephen Asare slammed Parliament's Minority for changing their tune about keeping Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo despite removal petitions. He pointed out their past actions, where similar complaints led to officials Lauretta Lamptey and Charlotte Osei losing their jobs. On...

Business leader Ignatius Oppong became Gyaasehene of Esumija Traditional Council last Thursday. At the ceremony, he swore loyalty to Paramount Chief Odeneho Okyere Kusi Ntrama. Mr. Oppong received his new title—Osaagyefo Nana Kofi Oppong. Many people came to see him take on this important role...

Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh wants people to think deeply about Easter. The NPP running mate sent a message asking Ghanaians to heal broken relationships during this time. He talks about Jesus making a loving sacrifice that gives everyone hope. He believes Easter shows we can all find forgiveness...

Weija-Gbawe MP Jerry Ahmed Shaib wants power companies to fix constant electricity problems in his area. On April 17, he sent a message saying people suffer through outages lasting four days or longer with no warning. These surprise blackouts harm homes, hospitals, schools, and shops across the...

Police in Ghana have set up strong security across the country for Easter 2025. They shared this news in a statement from Assistant Commissioner Grace Ansah-Akrofi on April 17. Officers will guard major roads and communities during the holiday. They have created special plans for the Kwahu area...

NPP leaders spoke out after Hopeson Yaovi Adorye threatened Jennifer Oforiwaa Queen during a TV show. The threats happened when both appeared on UTV's morning program, Adekye Nsroma. NPP Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah released a statement about this on April 17. He said women need...

Ghana's mining boss, Andrew Tandoh, says the country wants better deals with miners, not government takeovers. The government did not renew Gold Fields Ghana's lease at Damang Mine because it wanted fairer agreements. Tandoh stressed that Ghana supports foreign investors, but old colonial-style...

The Trump administration aims to change how people travel to America. Foreign nationals from countries that fail US screening standards might face entry bans. These restrictions will affect journalists who should expect questions when entering or leaving the US. A proposed plan targets more...

The Committee to Protect Journalists wrote to Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama after his first 100 days leading the country. They asked him to make sure attacks against reporters are properly investigated. The group wants him to change laws that make certain reporting illegal. They also...

Assembly members showed complete support for the new District Chief Executives in Gomoa East and Central Districts. Margaret Naana Ackom received all 18 votes for Gomoa East DCE. Hackman Kobina Aidoo earned every vote from all 22 members for the Gomoa Central DCE. Their success came from good...

President Mnangagwa asked Zimbabweans not to misuse social media. He wants everyone to stay united against what he calls shadowy people trying to divide the nation. Speaking at the 45th Independence Day celebrations in Gokwe yesterday, he praised citizens for staying loyal despite online lies...

The Local Government Ministry has started investigating claims that Bikita District Development Coordinator Bernard Hadzirabwi used his government car for taxi services. Ministry spokesperson Gabriel Masvora told Masvingo Mirror they want to check if Hadzirabwi really used an Isuzu single-cab...

A young married couple died in a terrible crash on the Harare-Chirundu Highway on Thursday. Kelvin Chimombe, 26, and Charmaine Tembo, 18, had been married just four months when they became victims at the notorious accident spot. They were among six people who lost their lives instantly at the...

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi came to Julius Malema's defense after Kenny Kunene called him names. These comments happened because Donald Trump said bad things were happening in South Africa. Trump said he would skip the G20 summit in November. Ndlozi, who recently left the EFF for PowerFM after issues with...

Malawi opposition groups struggle with taking lesser roles in possible election teams. DPP, UTM, UDF, and AFORD want leadership positions rather than supporting roles. Working together, these parties would create strong competition against the ruling MCP party. Their combined effort could win...

Tobacco sales reached $15.3 million in just nine days after markets opened. Farmers sold 6.7 million kilograms across auction floors at Lilongwe, Limbe, and Chinkhoma. The AHL Tobacco Sales report shows 66,648 bales traded at about $2.28 per kilogram. These numbers beat last year when sales hit...

St Petersburg drivers need to plan for road changes starting April 22. The city transport office announced closures related to Victory Parade preparations in two phases. The first restrictions run April 22-24, with more coming April 30 through May 9. During phase one, cars cannot park on Malaya...

St Petersburg will feel extra warm today as temperatures reach near-record levels. Weather expert Mikhail Leus says the city sits under an atmospheric front coming from northern areas. He predicts partly cloudy skies with brief rain showers during the afternoon hours. Some parts of the city...

Bridges on Neva branches start opening again this Sunday, April 20. The season includes Kantemirovsky, Grenadersky, and Sampsonievsky bridges. These crossings will keep opening for ships until November 15. Anyone who needs these bridges raised must ask two days before their ships need to pass...

Russian actor Mikhail Boyarsky hurt himself badly after falling during a theater rehearsal in St. Petersburg. The popular performer kept working through pain with help from medicine. He waited two days before seeing doctors, who found serious injuries, including spine fractures and chest trauma...