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UEW Chancellor demands stronger action against illegal mining after Ayensu River pollution

The Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), Neenyi Ghartey VII, has renewed his call for stronger action against illegal miners whose activities have heavily polluted the Ayensu River, the main water source for the Agona Kwanyarko treatment plant. The pollution has triggered water shortages across several parts of the Central Region. Neenyi Ghartey VII made the appeal during UEW’s 30th Graduation Ceremony, where 8,288 students graduated across diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes. He said the once-clear Ayensu River—used for drinking, cooking, and irrigation—has turned “milky, toxic, and contaminated with mercury and cyanide” because of ongoing illegal mining. He also condemned recent attacks on security personnel by illegal miners, calling the trend alarming and unacceptable. The Chancellor urged the government to equip the National Anti-Illegal Mining Taskforce (NAIMOS) with modern tools and technology to strengthen the national fight against […]

Ahmad December 1, 2025

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65-Year-Old Woman Beheaded by Nephew in Central Region

A 65-year-old woman, Madam Abena Gladys, has been brutally murdered and beheaded by her nephew in Breman-Benin, a community in the Asikuma-Odoben-Brakwa District of the Central Region. The suspect, identified as Kojo Sam, allegedly attacked his aunt in what witnesses described as an unprovoked and horrific assault. According to a Ghana News Agency (GNA) report, the incident occurred around 12:15 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2025, when the suspect forced his way into the victim’s room armed with a pestle. He reportedly struck her multiple times, dragged her outside, stabbed her repeatedly, and eventually beheaded her. Relatives and residents revealed that the suspect had previously threatened to kill the victim during family disagreements. Despite these warnings, the family chose to handle the situation privately without reporting it to the authorities. After committing the gruesome act, the suspect fled the scene […]

Ahmad October 25, 2025

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Kasoa Man Arrested After Girlfriend Found Dead in His Room

The Kasoa Ofaakor District Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, identified as Kwame Whisky, after his girlfriend, Linda, 22, was found dead in his room at Awutu Papaase in the Awutu Senya West District of the Central Region. According to reports, Linda visited the suspect on Thursday, September 25, 2025, and shared a meal he had prepared. She spent the night in his room but was discovered lifeless the following morning. Nana Kwaw Abbey-Quaye, Chief of Papaase Number One and a relative of the deceased, confirmed to Adom News that Linda’s body has been taken to the police mortuary for preservation as investigations continue. Police say inquiries are ongoing to determine the cause of death.

Ahmad October 1, 2025

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FDA to inspect school food vendors in Central Region

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in the Central Region has announced plans to inspect the certifications of food vendors in schools to ensure that pupils are served safe and healthy meals. Regional Director of the FDA, Francisca Anokye, said the initiative is aimed at preventing uncertified vendors from operating in schools, a move she believes will protect children from foodborne illnesses. She revealed this during a food safety training programme held in Cape Coast for School Health Education Promoters (SHEP). The programme was organised in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and forms part of broader efforts to improve food safety practices. Francisca Anokye noted that food vendors across the region are also being trained under the partnership with FAO to curb outbreaks of food-related illnesses, with Ghana already recording four such incidents this year. Metro SHEP […]

Ahmad September 17, 2025

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Police Investigate Suspected Robbery, Missing Man at Kasoa

Police in the Central Region have launched investigations into a suspected armed robbery at Fijai near Kasoa in the Gomoa East District, where a 35-year-old man, Ben Owusu, has mysteriously gone missing. Owusu, a POP seller, reportedly sent desperate messages to his landlord and a female friend around 2:50 a.m., pleading for help as armed robbers stormed his apartment. Residents said the messages were only seen later in the morning. When they rushed to his home, they found bloodstains on the floor but no trace of him. One resident described the discovery as disturbing, raising fears that Owusu may have been killed and his body taken away or possibly abducted. Police confirmed that Owusu’s Android phone, which he used to send the messages, is missing. However, two other mobile phones and a laptop belonging to him were found destroyed inside […]

Ahmad September 4, 2025

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Central Region’s Water Crisis Deepens as GWL Struggles with GH¢69M Debt

Water supply in Ghana’s Central Region is at risk as Ghana Water Limited (GWL) faces financial struggles due to unpaid bills amounting to GH¢69.5 million. According to the Central Regional Manager, John Eric Kwofie, the debt crisis is severely impacting operations, making it difficult to pay workers, purchase water treatment chemicals, and maintain infrastructure.Speaking at a media event on World Water Day, Mr. Kwofie urged consumers—including private institutions, companies, and entire communities—to clear their outstanding bills. To improve efficiency, GWL has introduced a paperless billing system and an e-payment platform, allowing customers to pay via *1010# on all networks.Meanwhile, illegal connections and meter tampering are further worsening the situation, with GWL losing nearly 20% of its revenue. In response, the company has introduced a reward system for whistleblowers who report water theft or tampering.Experts warn that climate change, illegal mining, […]

Muhammad Saminu March 31, 2025

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Aggrey Memorial School Urges for Urgent Infrastructure to Address Student Congestion

Students of Aggrey Memorial A.M.E. Zion School have raised alarms about severe overcrowding in their dormitories, urging for immediate infrastructural improvements to ease the situation. The Girls’ Prefect, Maame Doku Blay, highlighted that many students have been forced to sleep in the corridors, which not only exposes them to security risks but also increases the likelihood of contracting communicable diseases.In a call for action, Blay stressed the need for additional dormitory blocks and enhanced water facilities, such as more boreholes and water storage tanks, to combat frequent water shortages.The school's 85th anniversary, held last Saturday, served as a platform to address these issues. The event, themed “Building on 85 Years of Quality Education: The Role of Stakeholders,” was attended by government officials, alumni, and well-wishers. During the ceremony, Headmistress Dorothy Adentwi-Hayford reiterated the urgent need for better infrastructure to support […]

Edem 4Style March 17, 2025

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Cholera Cases Surge to 214 in Agona Swedru: Health Officials on High Alert.

The Agona West Municipality in the Central Region has reported a sharp increase in suspected cholera cases, rising to 214, with 11 confirmed cases. One fatality was recorded on January 2 at the Swedru Government Hospital.Municipal Health Director, Bertha Arthur, urged residents to prioritize hygiene and seek early medical attention if symptoms like diarrhea, dehydration, or vomiting appear. Authorities have heightened public education, implemented multi-stakeholder responses, and called for collective efforts to curb the outbreak.Nationwide, cholera has claimed 37 lives, with confirmed cases across 46 districts. In December, an oral cholera vaccine campaign covered over 596,000 people in high-risk areas, achieving 92.9% coverage. Food vendors and water sources are under scrutiny to prevent further spread.

Edem 4Style January 25, 2025

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Farmers in Central Region Embrace Climate-Resilient Farming for Better Yields.

Fifty-four farmers from Akotokyir, near Cape Coast, have been trained in modern, climate-resilient farming techniques aimed at improving crop yields and tackling the challenges posed by climate change. The training included methods for planting disease-resistant maize and using "neem technology" to protect crops like potatoes from nematodes. Farmers also learned about intercropping and techniques for growing high-nutrient crops such as purple and orange-fleshed sweet potatoes.The initiative, led by experts from the Crop Research Institute and AICCRA, aims to equip farmers with knowledge to boost productivity and improve food security. Many farmers, like Mary Odoom, shared how climate change had reduced their yields, but they expressed hope in the new methods. The project also advocates for irrigation support to further enhance farming success.

Edem 4Style November 23, 2024

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Kasoa Residents Unhappy About Negative Tag.

Residents of Kasoa in the Central Region have expressed frustration over the negative reputation their community has garnered, largely attributed to the area’s lack of development. Many believe that the underdevelopment of Kasoa, including its security and human development challenges, contributes to this unfavorable perception.During the Central Regional campaign tour of National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama, some residents voiced their hope for improved conditions. They expressed confidence in Mahama, stating that they believe he would focus on the development of Kasoa and the country if elected in January 2025.

Edem 4Style November 9, 2024

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