2 d. ago Ablekuma North violence ‘sad and unfortunate’ – Sulemana Braimah

Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), Sulemana Braimah, has described the violent incidents that marred the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun as both "sad and unfortunate".

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3 d. ago Ablekuma North polls: MFWA condemns violent attacks on 3 journalists

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has vehemently condemned the physical assault of three journalists covering the parliamentary election rerun in the Ablekuma North constituency of the Greater Accra Region on Friday, July 11, 2025. This incident adds to a troubling pattern of violence against media professionals in Ghana, raising serious concerns about press […]

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5 d. ago CJ Torkornoo to ECOWAS Court: My right to fair hearing breached, order Ghana to stop violation

Chief Justice of the Republic, Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, has filed two applications at the Community Court of Justice of the Economic Court of West Africa States (ECOWAS) for the enforcement of her human rights over what she says is a blatant disregard to her right for a fair hearing guaranteed by both the Ghana’s 1992 constitution and the 1991 protocol of the Community Court of Justice.

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1 week ago EU, UNICEF, UNHCR launch €2.7m initiative for forcibly displaced persons in Northern Ghana

The European Union (EU), UNICEF and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, launcheda €2.7 million multi-donor initiative in northern Ghana to significantly strengthen the resilience and improve the lives of forcibly displaced persons and their host communities.

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1 week ago New framework offers hope for sustainable management of West Africa’s climate

As climate change continues to threaten fragile ecosystems, a new stakeholder-informed framework is offering hope for the sustainable management of West Africa’s coastal lagoons.

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1 week ago Ho Teaching Hospital charts path to medical excellence and tourism under new leadership

The Ho Teaching Hospital is entering a new chapter. Its new CEO, Dr. Hintermann K. K. Mbroh, and new Board Chair, Dr. Delanyo Yao Tsidi Dovlo, have laid out a bold plan to raise the hospital to top-tier status in Ghana and West Africa.

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1 week ago From local tools to global labs: An African scientist contributing to global hydrogen research landscape

In the evolving global energy landscape, hydrogen is increasingly being explored as a clean alternative to fossil fuels. Among the many researchers contributing to this field is Dr. Eric Komla Fangnon, a Ghanaian scientist who has advanced technical knowledge in the field of hydrogen-material interactions and structural engineering — work that could eventually support the growing energy and infrastructure needs of West Africa.

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2 w. ago African artistes must stop being obsessed with money that makes no sense – Motolani Alake

Nigerian music executive Motolani Alake has criticised what he calls an unhealthy obsession with money among African musicians, particularly those from West Africa.

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2 w. ago Ghana must clean up utility finances to win in regional power trade – Jabesh Amissah

Energy policy analyst and Managing Partner of Arthur Energy Advisors, Jabesh Amissah-Arthur, is concerned about Ghana’s preparedness, or lack thereof, for regional electricity trade under the West Africa Power Pool (WAPP).

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2 w. ago Togo’s political crisis risks spilling over into West Africa – Security Analyst warns

Togo's recent constitutional overhaul has plunged the country into renewed political unrest, with mass protests erupting nationwide in response to reforms perceived as a veiled attempt by President Faure Gnassingbé, now Chairman of the Council of Ministers, to prolong his grip on power.

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2 w. ago Migrating to Europe changes gut bacteria and raises heart disease risk – study finds

A joint study between the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and Amsterdam UMC, a leading medical centre in the Netherlands, has found that migrants, in this case from West Africa to Europe, experience a ‘clear change’ in their microbiome composition as compared to their non-migrant peers in West Africa, which exposes them to an increase of cardiovascular […]

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2 w. ago TikTok team engages Ghana’s Minister for Communication on digital safety, STEM content and youth empowerment

A delegation from TikTok, led by Tokunbo Ibrahim, Government Relations and Public Policy Lead for West Africa, has paid a courtesy call on Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George (MP), to congratulate him on his appointment and explore opportunities for collaboration. The meeting focused on aligning TikTok’s initiatives with the […]

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2 w. ago West Africa leads way in regenerative agriculture: Rainforest Alliance 2024 report highlights regional and global impact

The Rainforest Alliance’s 2024 Annual Report shines a spotlight on the transformative power of regenerative agriculture in West and Central Africa, where rural communities are not only adapting to climate challenges but leading the charge in restoring ecosystems and building resilient livelihoods. In biodiversity-rich landscapes across Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and […]

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3 w. ago Mining companies urged to invest in technology for safe operations

Panellists at the West Africa Mining and Power Exhibition (WAMPEX) 2025 have called on mining companies to adopt modern technology to enhance their operations.

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3 w. ago Ghana and neighbours host 160,000 displaced persons as EU pledges €10m support for West Africa

As conflict continues to uproot communities across the Central Sahel, the European Union (EU) has announced €10 million in new funding to support forcibly displaced people and the communities hosting them in the neighbouring coastal countries of Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo.

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3 w. ago TCL hosts West Africa Regional launch in Accra, showcasing innovation and strengthening partnerships

Global electronics giant TCL, has officially launched its 2025 West Africa Regional Launch event under the theme #BeyondWithTCL, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across Africa.

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3 w. ago GNPC reaffirms strategic role in West Africa’s energy future

The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) has reaffirmed its commitment to energy transformation and regional integration with the unveiling of a forward-looking gas strategy at the 2025 West Africa Gas Summit in Accra.

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3 w. ago West African agricultural stakeholders affirm commitment to prioritising soil health

Agricultural stakeholders from across West Africa have affirmed their commitment to prioritising soil health as a central pillar of agricultural transformation after a two-day “Soil Values Convening Strategy Validation Meeting” in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.

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3 w. ago Salomé Azevedo appointed as Managing Director of Nestlé Ghana Ltd

Business Executive Officer – Dairy, Beverages, and Confectionery, Nestlé Central and West Africa Region, Salomé Azevedo, has been appointed as the Managing Director for Nestlé Ghana Ltd.

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4 w. ago AAAG calls for strong policy support to boost vehicle manufacturing in Ghana

The Automobile Assemblers Association of Ghana (AAAG) is calling for stronger policy backing to accelerate growth and position the country as a leading automotive hub in West Africa. Speaking at the 2025 Ghana Automotive Summit, the President of the Association, Jeffery Oppong Peprah, emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive national strategy that supports the […]

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