Fifty-five Ghanaians recruited into the Russian army for its war in Ukraine have been killed in action, according to Ukrainian officials. The Secretary of the Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War of Ukraine, Brigadier General Dmytro Usov, … Read more →
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that staff of Ghana’s embassy in Iran have been evacuated from that country. This follows renewed strikes on the country by US-Israeli sponsored missiles. “I am delighted to announce that … Read more →
A limited number of flights have been able to leave the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as departures across the Middle East continue to be disrupted by the joint Israeli and US war on Iran. More than 4,000 flights a day … Read more →
Eleven foreigners apprehended for allegedly running a counterfeit US dollar printing operation at Tuba in the Ga South Municipality are now facing prosecution, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has confirmed. The suspects were detained on 5 January 2026 by the … Read more →
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has moved to calm public anxiety over potential fuel shortages, assuring Ghanaians that the country has adequate petroleum stocks despite escalating tensions in the Middle East. Speaking on JoyNews on Sunday, March 1, the Director … Read more →
US government officials have been warned that there could be “catastrophic” security consequences if cities hosting World Cup matches do not receive funding that has been frozen. Almost $900m (£666m) designated for the 11 host cities in the US has … Read more →
Consumers should brace for higher fuel costs in the first pricing window of March 2026, as petroleum prices are expected to increase marginally at the pumps. According to the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), “Petroleum prices beginning the 1st window … Read more →
Dr Richard Selormey, General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA), says while Ghana’s health policy documents may appear impressive, the reality within the country’s emergency care system tells a different story. “It is good that you are referencing the … Read more →
A new travel system for visitors to the UK comes into force from Wednesday for citizens of dozens of countries, including the US and Australia. The government says electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will improve the immigration system. However, it has … Read more →