24 h. ago Freight Forwarders raise alarm over frequent ICUMS downtimes at Tema Port

Freight Forwarders operating at the Port of Tema have expressed growing frustration over repeated and unannounced downtimes of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), describing the situation as “untenable” and a serious threat to port efficiency.

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46 h. ago Health experts warn Africa risks falling behind in chronic disease fight

Health experts are raising alarm over the rapid rise of chronic diseases such as diabetes, stroke, and obesity across Africa, warning that without urgent investment in data systems and skills training, the continent risks falling further behind in disease prevention and treatment.

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6 d. ago Ghana Link Assures Stakeholders of Major ICUMS Upgrade to Address System Downtimes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-link-assures-stakeholders-of-major-icums-upgrade-to-address-system-downtimes/Ghana Link Network Services Ltd, operators of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), has reassured importers, exporters, and freight forwarders that ongoing challenges with intermittent system downtimes are being resolved through a comprehensive upgrade of the platform. In a statement, the company acknowledged recent concerns raised by stakeholders over disruptions in the system, which is […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-link-assures-stakeholders-of-major-icums-upgrade-to-address-system-downtimes/

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6 d. ago Ghana’s Customs System Operator Promises Major Overhaul After Service Disruptions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-customs-system-operator-promises-major-overhaul-after-service-disruptions/Ghana Link Network Services has pledged to fix persistent technical problems plaguing the country’s customs management system after weeks of complaints from importers and freight forwarders. The company operates the Integrated Customs Management System that handles trade transactions at Ghana’s ports and borders. Recent disruptions have frustrated businesses trying to clear goods through customs, prompting […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-customs-system-operator-promises-major-overhaul-after-service-disruptions/

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9 d. ago Oti Regional Minister raises alarm over typhoid surge in Dambai, blames lack of hospital

The Oti Regional Minister, Gyampo Kodjo, has disclosed that typhoid cases in Dambai, the regional capital, is severe.

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1 week ago Ashanti Region: Health authorities move to contain rising maternal deaths

The Ashanti Regional Health Directorate has raised alarm over a sharp rise in maternal deaths, with 232 deaths per 100,000 live births recorded in the first half of 2025, up from 158 in 2024 and 144 in 2023.

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2 w. ago Kumawu MP moves to curb indiscriminate sand winning activities in his area

The Member of Parliament for Kumawu, Ernest Yaw Anim, has raised alarm over the increasing menace of sand winning in the Asante Akyem enclave, describing it as a threat to public safety and development. He is particularly concerned about the unbridled activities taking place along an uncompleted road project initiated by the previous government. Mr. […]

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2 w. ago Franklin Cudjoe raises alarm over politicization of military procurement

Franklin Cudjoe, the President of IMANI Africa, has sounded the alarm regarding the detrimental effects of politicising state logistics procurement, particularly concerning military aircraft and presidential jets.

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2 w. ago Franklin Cudjoe raises alarm over politicisation of military procurement

Franklin Cudjoe, the President of IMANI Africa, has sounded the alarm regarding the detrimental effects of politicising state logistics procurement, particularly concerning military aircraft and presidential jets.

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3 w. ago South Africa’s healthcare xenophobia crisis ‘A drop in the ocean’ – MSF

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has raised alarm over what it describes as growing and strategic xenophobic blockages preventing both South Africans and foreign nationals from accessing healthcare services. Communication Specialist for MSF, Jane Rabothata, said their recent assessment revealed that more than half of the 15 health facilities visited in and around Johannesburg were blocking […]

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3 w. ago Police Service’s helicopters are ‘flying coffins’, still grounded – Defence Committee member

A member of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, Ernest Henry Norgbey, has raised alarm over the state of three Ghana Police Service helicopters.

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