3 h. ago NSMQ 2025 Northern Qualifiers: Drama as two schools withdraw over bereavement and fear of Ghana SHS

The 2025 Northern Regional qualifiers of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) took an unexpected turn on Day Two, as two schools withdrew from the competition even before the day’s first contest could begin. The morning contest, officially Contest Four, when combined with Day One fixtures, was scheduled to feature Ghana Senior High School […]

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23 h. ago Galamsey Clampdown: Ankobra River patrol records success, over 150 changfangs destroyed

The Western Regional National Security Liaison Officer, Brigadier General Musah Whajah (Rtd.), has reported a significant reduction in illegal mining activities (galamsey) along the Ankobra River, particularly in the Gwira area. This follows a successful joint security operation, during which over 150 Changfang machines were destroyed, alongside the dismantling of makeshift camps and the seizure […]

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23 h. ago NSMQ 2025: St. Charles Minor Seminary brushes aside rivals, calls contest “Too Simple” after winning

St. Charles Minor Seminary SHS cruised to a commanding victory in the second contest of the Northern Regional Qualifiers of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), confidently dismissing their challengers and describing the contest as “too simple.” The Tamale-based Catholic boys’ school finished with an impressive 46 points, far ahead of Vitting SHS, […]

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46 h. ago Mobik Energy CEO raises alarm over Tarkwa’s disappearing rivers and environmental neglect

The Chief Executive Officer of Mobik Energy, Joseph Cobbinah, popularly known as Kabie, has sounded a strong alarm over the environmental crisis unfolding in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western region, particularly the rapid disappearance of rivers and streams that once sustained local communities. Speaking with deep concern about the deteriorating state of Tarkwa’s […]

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56 h. ago See the blackout areas as ECG’s planned maintenance proceeds today

Residents and businesses in parts of the Greater Accra, Tema, and Western Regions are expected to experience temporary power outages today, Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) undertakes crucial maintenance works.

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3 d. ago 3 arrested in foiled robbery at Nyanikrom, GH¢149,500 recovered

The Western Regional Police Command has arrested three individuals in connection with a daylight robbery that occurred near Shama Junction at Nyanikrom on Wednesday, 9th July 2025.

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4 d. ago NSMQ 2025: Awe SHTS rides through adversity to book national spot

Awe Senior High Technical School (SHTS) has qualified for the 2025 NSMQ, but the story of how they got there goes far beyond the final riddle.

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4 d. ago Galamsey: Prestea Blue Water Guards destroy 8 chanfang machines, seize 8 pumping machines

Blue Water Guards at Prestea have launched a successful anti-galamsey operation near the Ankobra River in the Western Region.

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5 d. ago Mahama to embark on ‘Thank you’ tour of Western North Region

President John Mahama is scheduled to visit the Western North Region on July 15, 2025, as part of his nationwide “thank you” tour, following his election victory in December 2024. 

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5 d. ago Chinese national, Ghanaian driver shot dead at galamsey site in Subri

A Chinese national and his Ghanaian driver have been shot dead at an illegal mining (galamsey) site at Subri-Nkwanta in the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region.

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5 d. ago AFRICON empowers Western Region Business leaders with AI training 

Africon, Africa AI Consult, a leading artificial intelligence consultancy dedicated to accelerating digital transformation across Africa, recently launched a complimentary AI training program tailored specifically for business professionals in Ghana’s Western Region.

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7 d. ago NSMQ 2025: “The bell nearly betrayed us” – Lawra SHS returns to nationals after battling buzzer woes

It was a narrow escape, but a meaningful one. After missing out last year, Lawra Senior High School has clawed its way back to the national championship.

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7 d. ago NSMQ 2025: No Biology student? No problem! Wa SHS books national spot with ICT duo

Wa Senior High School has once again proven that strategy and self-belief can trump convention. In a surprising yet commanding performance at the Upper West regional qualifiers of the 2025 NSMQ, Wa SHS secured a spot at the national championship, without any biology students on stage.

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8 d. ago NSMQ 2025: Heartbreak for Holy Child as Winneba SHS blazes through contest to claim 5th Central Regional qualifier slot

The Central Regional qualifiers of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) are moving into tougher territory, and with each contest, the stakes get higher, the heartbreak deeper.

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8 d. ago Edinaman SHS steals spotlight with flawless riddle round to secure fourth NSMQ qualification slot

The 2025 Central Regional qualifiers of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) are continuing unabated, and Edinaman Senior High School has made a bold statement by securing the fourth qualification slot in thrilling fashion.

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8 d. ago NSMQ 2025: St. Francis Xavier Jnr. Seminary qualifies for nationals, but disappointed with performance

Two-time national finalists, St. Francis Xavier Junior Seminary SHS, have secured a spot at the 2025 NSMQ Championship after winning their regional qualifier in the Upper West Region, though the victory came with mixed emotions.

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9 d. ago “Making Ghana the True Black Star of the World” book launched in Bibiani

A new book aimed at transforming Ghana’s socio-economic development has been launched in Bibiani of the Western North Region.

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9 d. ago NSMQ 2025: A deep dive into Bono, Bono East and Ahafo schools eyeing national glory

As excitement mounts ahead of the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) National Championship in October, eleven schools from the Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo Regions have secured their places after an intense week of regional battles.

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9 d. ago NSMQ 2025: Obiri Yeboah SHTS secures 3rd spot in Central Regional qualifiers

Some contests give you a clear winner from the very first round, and that was exactly the case in the final contest of day one at the 2025 Central Regional Qualifiers of the National Science and Maths Quiz.

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9 d. ago NSMQ 2025: Nyakrom SHTS crushes competition in silent but dominant NSMQ performance

Nyakrom Senior High Technical School has cruised to a commanding victory in the second contest of the day at the 2025 Central Regional qualifiers of the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), firmly securing their spot in the national championship.

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