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Kumasi Drivers Protest 10% Motor Insurance Hike.

Commercial drivers in Kumasi are voicing strong opposition to the government’s decision to increase motor insurance premiums by 10% starting next month. Leaders of the Commercial Drivers Association argue that they were not consulted about the increase and are frustrated by the lack of explanation for the rise.Emmanuel Osei Yeboah, the group's leader, stated that the hike would severely impact their businesses and livelihoods. They fear it will also result in higher transportation fares, ultimately burdening consumers. Various other stakeholders, including the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Ghana Road Transport Coordinating Council (GRTCC), have also criticized the increase.The Kumasi-based drivers have vowed to continue their fight and are calling for the government to reconsider its decision and engage in dialogue.

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Council of State Elections: Regional Race Heats Up as Nominations Close Tomorrow.

The nomination process for electing Regional Representatives to Ghana’s Council of State, which began last Tuesday, is set to close tomorrow, January 31, 2025. According to a statement from Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Jean Mensa, voting will take place on February 11 in all regional capitals.The election has sparked widespread interest across the country, with aspirants from various backgrounds—including traditional leaders—vying for the prestigious advisory role to the President.In the Greater Accra Region, three candidates have submitted their forms so far: accountant Helbert Nii Aryee Annan, farmer and former Regional Minister Joseph Nii Laryea Afotey-Agbo, who is also the Chief of Katamanso, and accountant Summertime Kwabillna Ampong.Meanwhile, in the Savannah Region, several traditional rulers have also thrown their hats into the ring. Among them is Mankpanwura Jakpa Achorde Borenyi I, Paramount Chief of Mankpan Traditional Area, and Tingawura Alhaji Abudu […]

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61% of Ghanaians Have Considered Leaving the Country Due to Economic Challenges – Afrobarometer.

A significant portion of Ghanaians, about 61%, have seriously considered leaving the country in search of better opportunities, according to the latest Afrobarometer survey. This represents a dramatic increase in emigration considerations since 2017, with the rate jumping by 20 percentage points.The survey attributes this growing interest in emigration primarily to economic hardships, with many citing employment opportunities as the key driving factor. The Afrobarometer report reveals that educated youth and the unemployed are the most likely groups to consider leaving. The top destinations for potential emigrants are North America, with 55% of respondents, and Europe, with 24%.The report also shows a marked rise in the number of people who have given serious thought to emigration, from 20% in 2017 to 44% in 2024. Among the highly educated (78%) and young people (72%), the desire to migrate is particularly strong, […]

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Two Soldiers Sentenced for Kidnapping and Robbery of Small-Scale Miner.

Two soldiers have been sentenced to 10 years in prison for their involvement in the kidnapping and robbery of a small-scale miner, Mr. Andrews Asante, in Ametubuom. Lance Corporals Alfred Mensah and Matthew Amoako, alongside their accomplices, ambushed the miner’s home and forced him to hand over money and valuables totaling GH₵96,500. The robbers, who wore military uniforms, beat the miner and his family members before fleeing with the stolen goods. They were arrested after a police chase, but their fellow soldiers, Frimpong and Francis, remain on the run.

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1 in 10 Girls Had Sex Before 15 – GSS Report.

A recent report from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), based on the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey, has revealed that one in every ten adolescent girls (10-19 years) engaged in sexual activity before the age of 15. This accounts for 10.2% of the adolescent population, which makes up 22% of Ghana’s total population. Despite a slight decline from 12% in 1993, the progress over 29 years remains minimal.The report, titled “Adolescent Risky Behaviour,” also highlighted that 15.2% of teenage girls had experienced pregnancy, 4% had pregnancy losses, and 10.9% had become mothers. Alarmingly, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among female adolescents aged 15-19 rose from 2.2% in 2003 to 7.1% in 2022. For male adolescents in the same age group, STI rates increased from 2.2% to 12.5%.Underage sexual activity and multiple sexual partners were identified as growing societal issues, with […]

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UNICEF Launches YOMA to Combat Youth Unemployment in Ghana.

UNICEF Ghana, in collaboration with its partners, has launched the Youth Agency Marketplace (YOMA), an innovative platform designed to address youth unemployment and underdevelopment. YOMA serves as a digital marketplace offering young people opportunities to gain practical skills, engage in impactful tasks, and access tailored learning pathways both online and offline.Speaking at the launch in Accra, UNICEF Ghana's Deputy Representative, Fiachra McAsey, highlighted the pressing challenges of youth unemployment, underemployment, and child labor, particularly in vulnerable communities. He emphasized YOMA’s role in equipping young Ghanaians with the skills needed to meet global and local market demands while fostering personal and community development.Supported by the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa, the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs, and other partners, YOMA focuses on improving education and addressing child labor in cocoa-growing regions. Magdalena Wüst from the Swiss Embassy stressed that the platform […]

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Kofi Job Foundation Donates GH₵1M to Help Children with Cancer.

The Kofi Job Foundation has donated GH₵1 million in health support to two children battling cancer, helping their families cover treatment costs.Two-year-old Halila is undergoing treatment for retinoblastoma, a type of eye cancer, while another child is receiving care for Wilms tumor, a kidney cancer. The Kumasi South Hospital estimated the treatment for both children to cost at least GH₵60,000, a sum their families struggled to raise.The treatment plan, as explained by Dr. Alimatu Salam, a paediatrician at the hospital, involves chemotherapy followed by surgery, with chemotherapy being administered at the hospital and surgery conducted at KATH.Halila's mother, Ernestina Kwarko, shared how her daughter’s eye condition worsened over time, making the financial burden even heavier.Thanks to the Kofi Job Foundation’s generous donation, GH₵120,000 has been allocated to cover the children’s medical bills, and additional funds have been provided to assist […]

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Boankra Inland Port Phase I Set for Completion by March 2025.

The Boankra Inland Port Project in the Ashanti Region is progressing, with contractors confident that Phase I will be completed by the end of March 2025. This phase includes essential infrastructure such as storage facilities, a security zone, roads, and the port terminal. The full completion of the project is anticipated by 2026.Dr. Justice Amo, CEO of Justmoh Construction Limited, highlighted the support from both the government and the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in pushing the project forward. The inland port is a critical infrastructure designed to serve importers and exporters in central and northern Ghana while facilitating transit traffic to neighboring countries.Launched by former President Nana Akufo-Addo in 2020, the Boankra Inland Port is expected to play a significant role in enhancing Ghana's position within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The project will alleviate traffic congestion […]

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13-Year-Old Physics Whiz Joins KNUST.

Melchizedek Adio Baafawiise, a 13-year-old prodigy, has become one of the youngest students ever to enroll at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). Scoring A1 in five subjects, including Physics and Mathematics, in his WASSCE, Melchizedek is now pursuing a degree in Physics, with a particular passion for Mechanics.Although he once dreamed of becoming a pilot, he chose to delve deeper into Physics to uncover his true passion. He plans to decide between Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering as his career path by his third or fourth year.Coming from a family of educators, Melchizedek initially felt overwhelmed skipping Forms 2 and 3, but he quickly adjusted to university life and enjoys being among his older peers.

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Fire Breaks Out at Kejetia Market, Traders Count Losses.

A fire broke out at the Kejetia Market in Kumasi, causing significant damage to two shops, which primarily sold textiles and fabrics. The fire is believed to have started in a closed shop and spread to a nearby store, destroying valuable goods.Thanks to the quick response of the Fire Service, more shops were saved from the blaze. Nana Akwasi Prempeh, President of the Federation of Kejetia Traders, acknowledged the swift intervention, noting that security agencies had been on high alert due to earlier intelligence suggesting potential arson attacks on the market.The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and traders have been urged to ensure all electrical devices are turned off before leaving their shops. This incident adds to the recent string of fire outbreaks in commercial centers across the country.

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