Kofi Ahovi

  A student of the  Ghana School of Law  has died after suffering a medical emergency during academic activities, the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) has confirmed. In a statement issued on Monday, March 23, SRC President  Nana Opoku Ware said the incident occurred on Saturday, March 21, during a lecture. According to the SRC, the student was assisted by colleagues and rushed to Ridge Hospital  but died despite efforts by both students and medical personnel. The SRC has confirmed that the incident occurred during academic activities… our now deceased was assisted by colleagues and transported to the Ridge Hospital, where he unfortunately passed despite efforts made,” the statement said. The Council expressed condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and the wider student body, describing the incident as a painful loss. It also acknowledged steps taken by school authorities to provide counselling and psychological support to affected students. However,...

  Ghana lost an estimated GHC1.47 billion to labour strikes in 2024, with an additional GHC635 million recorded in 2025, the Chief Executive Officer of the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission, Dr George Smith Graham, has disclosed. Speaking at a meeting between President John Dramani Mahama and Organised Labour on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Dr Graham warned that strike actions continue to impose a heavy financial burden on the state. This year [2026] we’ve had some strikes, and they all come at a huge cost to us as a state,” he said. He noted that 22 strike actions in 2024 alone accounted for the GHC1.47 billion loss, while eight strikes in 2025 cost the country GHC635 million. Dr. Graham pledged the Commission’s support for the government’s plan to establish an Independent Emoluments Commission to manage public sector pay more effectively. He said the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission would work closely with labour unions to ensure the successful implementation of the new system, ai...

  Ghana’s Black Stars fundraising campaign has recorded a major boost, raising about $10 million on the first day of its launch, according to Deputy Finance Minister and Chairman of the Fundraising Committee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem. The high-profile launch event, attended by President John Dramani Mahama, Sports Minister Kofi Adams, and Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku, drew strong support from across the sports, entertainment, and business sectors. Speaking after the event, Nyarko Nyarko said the early momentum puts the committee on track to meet its $30 million target to support the Black Stars’ participation in upcoming international competitions. The fundraising target is $30 million, and if you listen to the pledges and donations, on day one of the launch, we got about $10 million. We are going to put together other events, and we believe that the contributions that are coming in from the short code as well,” he said. The initiative is expected to fund preparation...

  Dr. Alberta Bondzi-Simpson, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Cape Coast , has urged Ghanaians battling gastric disorders to consider consuming the locally prepared meal,  kokonte,  to support the healing process. She recommended that patients eat kokonte with soup or stew at least twice a week. The dark-brown dish, similar in appearance to the pounded cassava meal  fufu , is commonly paired with groundnut soup, palm nut soup, light soup, or sometimes stew. Speaking on  Channel One TV  and  Citi FM ’s Heritage Month on-air series on Indigenous Food Staples, hosted by  Apiorkor Seyiram Ashong-Abbey  on Monday, March 23, Dr. Bondzi-Simpson said, “Kokonte is very high in iodine. If you have any gastric problems that have to do with a sore in your digestive system, then kokonte is your thing. This is basically eating iodine into your system. Eat it constantly, at least two times a week, and you wo...

  President John Dramani Mahama is expected to depart Accra on Monday, March 23, 2026, for New York City to participate in the United Nations General Assembly, where he will deliver a key address on slavery remembrance and reparatory justice. The visit forms part of Ghana’s participation in activities marking the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. According to Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the President’s trip is centred on advancing global conversations on reparatory justice. In a statement, he noted that President Mahama “will convene and deliver the keynote address at a High-Level Special Event on Reparatory Justice at the United Nations Headquarters,” themed  “Reparatory Justice for the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans and the Racialised Chattel Enslavement of Africans.” He added that the event “will bring together world leaders and high-level dignitaries to address this critical matter of historica...

  The Chief Product and Services Officer of MobileMoney LTD (MML), Sylvia Otuo Acheampong, has called for broader insurance solutions tailored to the needs of small businesses, noting that most digital insurance products currently focus largely on life coverage. She made the call during a webinar hosted by the Microinsurance Network (MiN) in collaboration with the GSMA as part of a discussion on mobile-enabled microinsurance. The event also featured the launch of a joint report titled “From Connectivity to Coverage: Scaling Resilience through Mobile-Enabled Microinsurance.” The report presents fresh evidence, market insights and strategic recommendations on how mobile network operators (MNOs), mobile money providers (MMPs), technical service providers and insurers can work together to close the protection gap through mobile-enabled insurance solutions. Speaking during the panel discussion, Sylvia said expanding insurance offerings beyond traditional life policies will be critical t...

 Stanbic Bank Ghana has launched a new women-focused banking proposition, Obaa Sima , aimed at expanding access to finance and business support for women, particularly those operating within the informal sector. The product was unveiled on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel under the theme “ Unlocking the Strength of a Woman ”, drawing a cross-section of regulators, development partners, clients, and senior executives of the bank. The initiative comes at a time when women remain central to Ghana’s economic activity but continue to face structural barriers in accessing capital. Available data shows that while women-owned businesses contribute about 44% of Ghana’s GDP, many struggle to secure formal financing due to limited collateral, smaller business scale, and restricted access to tailored financial products. Delivering the keynote address, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Matilda Asante Asiedu, underscored the broader economic significance of empowe...

  In its commitment to delivering convenient, secure and innovative digital solutions for customers, MTN Ghana has launched Sim Swap Self-Service. This innovative solution empowers customers to replace their SIM cards whenever and wherever they may be, eliminating the need to visit a physical service centre for assistance. The launch was held simultaneously across six locations, Accra, Kasoa, Koforidua, Kumasi, Ho and Tamale, demonstrating MTN’s commitment to digital transformation and enhancing customer experience. Speaking at the event, Jemima Kotei Walsh, the Chief Customer Experience Officer of MTN Ghana, shared the vision behind the new self-service SIM swap initiative. She underscored MTN’s dedication to harnessing technology for customer empowerment, describing the launch as a milestone that would reshape how customers interact with their mobile services.  She explained that, for years, SIM swaps meant a trip to a service center or an online request that required assist...

  As the world marks World Water Day 2026 under the theme “Water and Gender – Where Water Flows, Equality Grows,” the Ghana Water Justice Network (GWJN) is calling for urgent, bold action from the Government of Ghana to address persistent inequalities in water access. For many communities across Ghana, the promise of safe, affordable, and accessible water remains unfulfilled. In rural villages, peri-urban settlements, and low-income urban neighborhoods, the daily reality is one of queues, unreliable supply, and rising costs. At the center of this crisis are women and children; those who bear the heaviest burden to supply water when systems fail. Where water does not flow, inequality grows,” the Network emphasizes, highlighting how the lack of access to water reinforces gender inequality. Women and girls often spend hours each day fetching water, limiting their opportunities for education, work, and participation in public life. The Ghana Water Justice Network, a coalition of organi...

  If you’ve been following the escalating tensions in the Middle East, you’ve likely seen the headlines: Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz. The US and Israel vow to “obliterate” Iran’s oil infrastructure. Iran allows only ships accepting Yuan, not US dollars. Iran allows ships through the Strait of Hormuz, except ships belonging to the US and its allies. Finally, the latest development is that Iran has decided to charge a  US$2 million  toll on every oil tanker that passes through the trade chokepoint. But what if all the shenanigans point to an audacious economic move by Iran—a move so clever and so devastating to its enemies, that it renders the entire adventure to fight the biggest military miscalculation that worked out in Iran’s favour? Welcome to the $2 million toll booth at the mouth of the Persian Gulf. In this article, we’re going to break down the numbers. We’ll explore the geopolitical chess match unfolding. And by the end, you’ll understand why—rega...

When Isaac Joseph Cobbinah sets out to learn something, he likes to focus on it intently, and stick with it until he feels like he thoroughly knows the subject. That’s why he plans to put his knowledge on rare earth permanent magnet recycling to work in the metallurgical lab for a few years after he walks across the stage at Montana Technological University’s commencement ceremony on December 13 with a Master of Science in Metallurgical/Minerals Processing Engineering. I want to apply what I’ve learned before continuing my studies,” Cobbinah said. When Cobbinah left his hometown of Tarkwa, Ghana—a region known for its gold mines—he couldn’t have imagined he’d one day find himself in a lab in Butte, Montana, studying how to recycle REE permanent magnets vital to the world’s most advanced technologies. Cobbinah came to Butte to work under Lewis S. Prater Distinguished Professor Dr. Courtney Young. His research focuses on recovering critical rare earth elements from end-of-life neodymium ...

 Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam, extended his appreciation to MTN Ghana and MobileMoney LTD for their unwavering commitment to supporting the Muslim community over the past two decades. Speaking to representatives from MTN and MobileMoney LTD at the donation event, he acknowledged their generous contribution of cash, food items and airtime worth GHS 200,000 to facilitate this year’s Sallah festivities in Accra, Takoradi, Kumasi and Tamale. The Chief Imam conveyed deep gratitude to MTN Ghana and Mobile Money LTD for their continued support and collaboration, especially as the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end. He offered heartfelt prayers for both companies and the nation, underscoring the importance of peace, unity and harmonious coexistence among all people. "May Allah grant every request you have made," he said, reaffirming his hope for continued blessings on all involved. He also commended Ghana’s religious harmony, noting that Muslims and Christi...

  A Kumasi district court has sentenced a food vendor to 20 days in prison for repeatedly using open fire to prepare food at the Alabar Market, in violation of public market regulations. Her Worship Deborah Gyawa Donkor of District Court Two at the Prempeh Assembly Hall handed down the ruling on Tuesday, March 17, after prosecutors argued that the vendor, Kande Seidu, ignored multiple directives from the Environmental Health Unit of the Manhyia South Sub-Metro Council. According to court documents, Seidu and her sibling, Fati Seidu, had been warned on several occasions under the Public Market By-Laws (2020) to stop cooking with firewood in the market, which posed a risk of fire outbreaks and smoke nuisance to the public. They were repeatedly advised to relocate to a suitable area where open fire could be safely used, but the warnings went unheeded,” the prosecution told the court. The case dates back to January 15, 2026, when health officers discovered the duo preparing food with f...

 The Upper West Region is facing a deepening healthcare crisis, with not a single one of the 25 medical officers posted to the region in 2025 reporting for duty, Regional Minister Charles Lwanga Puozuing has revealed. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Health Sector Performance Review Meeting in Wa, the Minister described the situation as alarming, warning that the continued attrition of health professionals is stretching the region’s already limited capacity to deliver quality care. He disclosed that although 194 health workers exited the region through reposting within the year under review, only 30 replacements were reported, further widening the staffing gap. The high attrition of critical staff places enormous strain on the few who remain and threatens our ability to provide equitable and quality healthcare,” he said. The revelation is particularly concerning given that the region recorded an improved holistic health performance score of 4.08 in 2025, up from 4.04 in 2024. Despite th...

  Lily Phillips is back in the spotlight, and this time, the reaction is split right down the middle. Known for breaking a shocking world record last year, she has now gone viral again for a very different reason. Lily was recently baptized and publicly identified as a Christian. The moment spread fast online, but not as a celebration. It quickly turned into a heated debate about faith, transformation, and public accountability. For many people, the baptism raised one uncomfortable question. What does change really look like? The Record That Made Her Famous In 2025, Lily Phillips made headlines after sleeping with 1,113 men in just 12 hours. The act broke a previous record of 1,057 men set by Bonnie Blue in January 2025. The story exploded across social media, pushing Lily into global notoriety. Her name became synonymous with excess, shock value, and online spectacle. Critics called it disturbing. Supporters framed it as autonomy and choice. Either way, the internet paid attention...

  Ghana ended 2025 with a total debt stock of GH¢641 billion, marking a marginal decline. This was captured in the Bank of Ghana's Summary of Economic and Financial Data for March 2026. The data also showed that Ghana’s debt-to-GDP ratio slowed to 45.3%. In 2024, the country’s total debt stock stood at GH¢726.7 billion, with a debt-to-GDP ratio of 61.8%. The report indicated that the debt stock declined steadily from November to December 2025. Some market analysts attribute the reduction to the cedi’s sharp appreciation in 2025, particularly in the last quarter of the year. Breakdown Ghana’s external debt stood at $29.4 billion, according to the Bank of Ghana data. Domestic debt, however, rose marginally to GH¢333.8 billion. The data also showed that domestic debt increased compared to December 2024. Analysts say the decline in overall debt could positively influence Ghana’s next credit rating review by international agencies. Figures from the Ghana Statistical Service show th...

  Authorities in  Burkina Faso  have suspended the export of fresh tomatoes, a development expected to deepen supply challenges in  Ghana . In a joint statement issued in Ouagadougou, the Burkinabè government announced an immediate nationwide halt to tomato exports “until further notice,” explaining that the move is intended to prioritise domestic supply for local processing industries. The directive, signed by the country’s trade and agriculture ministries, also suspends the issuance of Special Export Authorisations (ASE), effectively shutting down formal export channels for tomatoes. Traders with existing permits have been granted a two-week window to complete ongoing transactions, after which all authorisations will be revoked. The government warned that any breach of the directive would attract sanctions under existing laws, adding that seized consignments would be redirected to local processing factories to support domestic agro-industrial production. Security a...

 The Food and Drugs Authority has cautioned the public, particularly young people, against using bitters and other substances as sexual aphrodisiacs, stressing that no such products, whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic, have been approved for that purpose in Ghana. According to the Authority, there is a growing trend among the youth involving the use of unprescribed medications, herbal mixtures, alcoholic drinks, and bitters in an attempt to enhance sexual performance and boost energy levels. The FDA noted that many engage in this practice mainly to impress their partners, often without considering the potential health risks associated with such behaviour. Speaking in an interview with Citi News on Thursday, March 19, on the sidelines of a workshop for herbal manufacturers and the Traditional Healers Association in the Ashanti Region, the Ashanti Regional Head of the FDA, Nathaniel Nana Kwabena Nkrumah, expressed concern over the increasing misuse of these substances and warned of s...