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Ada East Assembly fails to confirm President’s DCE nominee

The Ada East Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region on Thursday, May 8, 2025, failed to confirm Kenneth Kabu Kanor, the President’s nominee for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE).Mr Kanor polled 24 votes out of 38 valid votes cast, representing 63.2 per cent, in a process that extended into the night. One vote was rejected, while 13 members voted against him. The nominee required 26 votes to meet the two-thirds threshold necessary for confirmation.By law, the assembly members are expected to reconvene within ten days for a second round of voting to either confirm or reject the nominee. The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Akweley Ocloo, who expressed concern over the outcome, cautioned that Municipal and District Assemblies in the region risk losing out on development opportunities if they fail to confirm the President's nominee. She noted […]

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Un demi-siècle de solidarité : le Togo réaffirme son engagement envers l’intégration ouest-africaine

Accra, Ghana – Le Togo a renouvelé mardi 22 avril son engagement indéfectible en faveur de l’intégration régionale, à l’occasion du lancement des célébrations du cinquantenaire de la Communauté économique des États de l’Afrique de l’Ouest (CEDEAO), fondée en 1975. Représentant le chef de l’État Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, la Première ministre Victoire Tomégah-Dogbé a participé à la cérémonie officielle organisée à Accra, marquant le début d’une série d’événements commémoratifs riches en symboles. Le thème de cette célébration, « Ensemble plus forts pour un avenir meilleur », résume l’ambition de la CEDEAO pour ses États membres : renforcer la coopération et construire une Afrique de l’Ouest unie, prospère et stable. Depuis cinq décennies, la CEDEAO a réalisé des avancées notables, telles que la suppression des visas entre les pays membres, la libre circulation des personnes et des biens, ou encore la […]

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President Mahama Vows to Crackdown on Illegal Structures as Taskforce Prepares to Tackle Flooding

President John Mahama has issued a strong warning regarding illegal construction on waterways, citing its significant role in the recurrent flooding that devastates communities across the country. During his speech at the Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Accra on March 31, 2025, Mahama emphasized the need for urgent action as the rainy season approaches.He pointed out that improper construction, especially on riverbanks, leads to blockages, causing rivers to overflow and resulting in destructive floods. “When the rivers have nowhere to go, they back up, and the result is destructive flooding,” President Mahama stated.The President also called attention to the involvement of some private developers and traditional authorities, who collaborate to turn water retention areas and protected lands into construction zones. Mahama made it clear that these illegal structures would be demolished: “Those structures will be pulled down. We will not allow a […]

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Over 50 Cars Damaged as A&C Mall Car Park Shed Collapses

A heavy downpour accompanied by strong winds caused significant damage at the A&C Mall in East Legon, Accra, on Tuesday evening. The severe weather led to the collapse of the solar panel car park shed, damaging over 50 vehicles.Viral videos on social media show the moment the shelter covering the parking area was torn down by the powerful winds, trapping several cars underneath the debris. Some of the cars were also damaged by fallen trees in the car park.The collapse has resulted in substantial losses for both vehicle owners and the mall. In response, the A&C Mall has assured the public of ongoing safety assessments and measures to prevent future incidents.

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Accra Hit by Storm: Power Outages and Traffic Chaos

A powerful rainstorm that swept through Accra on March 13, 2025, left many parts of the city in darkness and caused widespread flooding. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has assured customers that engineers are actively working to restore power after the outages caused by the storm. They apologized for the inconvenience and reassured the public that power supply would be restored soon.The rainstorm, which was accompanied by heavy rainfall, caused severe flooding, particularly along the Ofankor Barrier section of the N1 Highway. This led to heavy traffic jams stretching from Achimota Old Station to Tantra Hill. Drivers attempted to navigate around the floodwaters, but many vehicles were completely submerged in the rising water. Areas like Shiashie also saw significant flooding, affecting homes and businesses. The situation highlighted Accra's ongoing challenges with inadequate flood control infrastructure.As emergency crews continue to […]

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Painter Caught on CCTV Stealing GH₵1M Cables from Bank of Ghana Site

A painter working on the new Bank of Ghana headquarters at Ridge, Accra, has been remanded in police custody for allegedly stealing copper cables worth GH₵1,035,500. The suspect, Ahmed Mohammed Lawal, was identified through CCTV footage and later arrested.According to prosecutors, Lawal and two accomplices—who are still at large—broke into the Energy Farm section of the construction site on February 16, 2025. Using a scaffold, they gained access and cut several bundles of copper cables before making away with them.Investigations revealed that Lawal sold his share of the stolen items at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, earning GH₵2,000. However, he was unable to assist police in tracking down his accomplices or the buyer.The court, presided over by Mrs. Sedinam Awo Kwadam, has adjourned the case to March 19, 2025, as investigations continue.

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Painter Jailed for Office Laptop Theft.

A 25-year-old painter, Kelvin Boateng, has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing a laptop from an office in La Kojo Sardine, Accra.Boateng was caught after he scaled a fence to enter the office premises on December 31, 2024. He snuck into one of the rooms and took an HP laptop but was spotted by a witness while trying to escape. He fled and hid in an uncompleted building, but the complainant, Mc Dennis Appau, and other witnesses pursued him and retrieved the stolen device.The police arrested Boateng, and during interrogation, he admitted to the crime. He pleaded guilty to unlawful entry and stealing in court, leading to his conviction by Judge Christina Cann. As he was escorted in handcuffs to begin his sentence, Boateng broke down in tears.

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Street Smarts: The Resilient Children of Kaneshie First Light.

At Accra's Kaneshie First Light intersection, young children, many from Niger and Nigeria, are making a living as street vendors. Forced into this lifestyle by difficult circumstances, they have traded begging for selling items like cotton earbuds and car brushes, a transition that offers dignity but is fraught with challenges.Ayisha, a 10-year-old from Niger, shares how selling now allows her to support her family, while Fati, also 10, speaks of the self-worth she’s found despite the grueling work. Yet, long hours in harsh weather and meager profits make their journey anything but easy.These children embody resilience, balancing the innocence of youth with the harsh realities of survival. Their stories beg the question: will they find a life beyond the streets?

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mNotify Celebrates 12 Years with Robotics Training and Donations at New Life Orphanage.

mNotify Company Limited marked its 12th anniversary with a remarkable community-focused initiative. The tech firm visited the New Life Orphanage in Nungua, Accra, donating essential food items and educational materials to support the children.The celebration's highlight was an engaging robotics training session designed to inspire the children and nurture their interest in technology. Led by a skilled instructor, the session introduced the basics of programming and robotics, allowing the children to build and explore how technology shapes the future.“We wanted our anniversary to inspire innovation and creativity in young minds. Some of these children could become the engineers of tomorrow,” said Ronald Tagoe, CEO of mNotify.This initiative reflects mNotify's commitment to corporate social responsibility and its mission to empower communities through education and innovation.Founded in 2012, mNotify provides AI-powered customer engagement solutions, including Bulk SMS, USSD, and chatbots. Its continued […]

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Burkinabe Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Wife and Daughter in Kokrobite.

Boigouna Aloys, a 47-year-old Burkinabe man, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the High Court in Accra for the murder of his German wife, Claudia Weizmann, and their 14-year-old daughter. The conviction followed a unanimous guilty verdict from a seven-member jury on two counts of murder.The tragic events unfolded in Kokrobite, Accra, where Aloys fatally struck his wife with a hammer during an argument. Fearing that their daughter would report the crime, he subsequently strangled her. After the murders, Aloys buried their bodies on their property to avoid detection.Neighbors raised alarms when they noticed the absence of the mother and daughter and reported a foul odor emanating from the house. This led to police investigations, which revealed the presence of human remains, ultimately resulting in Aloys' arrest. During questioning, he confessed to the crimes, admitting to the violent acts […]

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