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African leaders call for greater domestic health financing to build resilient health systems
African leaders, policymakers, development partners and private sector actors have called for a fundamental shift in how healthcare is financed across the continent, urging governments to prioritise domestic resource mobilisation, strengthen accountability and embrace innovation to build resilient health systems.
Why is one judge handling several NPP cases? – Former MP questions Wontumi trial
Former New Edubiase Member of Parliament, George Oduro, has questioned the handling of Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako’s galamsey case, alleging that the judge’s conduct throughout the trial raised concerns. Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr Oduro said he was not surprised by the outcome of the case...
Kumasi Evangel Choir donates GH¢21,000 to KATH Paediatric Oncology Unit
The Kumasi Evangel Choir, a choral group in the Ashanti Region, has donated GH¢21,000 to support cancer care for children at the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). The interdenominational musical group made the donation as part of its commitment to giving back to society and fulfilli...
Requiem Mass held for Ambassador Gbeho
Catholic faithful and state dignitaries on Thursday paid tribute to the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho at a pre-burial service and Requiem Mass in Accra. The service at the Holy Spirit Cathedral brought together family members, friends, politicians, government appointees, diplomats and sympathisers to honour the ve...
KATH temporarily suspends admission of new cases at Accident and Emergency Centre
The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi has temporarily suspended the admission of new cases at its Accident and Emergency Centre following a latest wave of congestion at the health facility.
Telecel DigiTech Academy showcases innovation; 500 learners graduate in 4th cohort
The Telecel Ghana Foundation has graduated 500 young learners from the fourth cohort of its DigiTech Academy across five regions.
Wontumi appeals 20-year jail sentence in Samreboi mining case
Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, and Akonta Mining Company Limited have appealed against a 20-year prison sentence imposed over illegal mining activities at Samreboi, asking the Court of Appeal to overturn their convictio...
Mahama has never considered pardon for convicted officials – Akwatia MP
The Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Bernard Bediako Baidoo, has stated that President John Mahama has not contemplated granting a presidential pardon to any public official convicted of corruption-related offences, insisting that accountability remains central to his stance on public office.
Ghana, South Korea deepen cooperation in AI, energy and manufacturing
Ghana and South Korea have agreed to deepen cooperation in key sectors, including artificial intelligence, manufacturing, energy, and education, as both countries prepare to mark 50 years of diplomatic relations next year. The discussions were highlighted at the 2026 Korea–Africa Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, co-chaired...
Anti-LGBTQ bill still has “long way to go,” Mahama says
President John Dramani Mahama says the country’s controversial anti-LGBTQ bill has not yet completed the legislative process and remains subject to constitutional and procedural review before it can become law. Speaking at Chatham House in London on Monday (1 June), Mahama said Parliament had been considering the bill...
No place for xenophobia in South Africa, Ramaphosa declares
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected claims that South Africans are inherently xenophobic, insisting there is no place for intolerance, discrimination or hostility towards foreign nationals in the country. In a national address on Sunday (7 June), Ramaphosa said incidents of violence and tension involvi...
KATH CEO suspension unfair, counterproductive — Akim Oda MP
The Member of Parliament for Akim Oda in the Eastern Region, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has criticized Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh over the suspension of the Chief Executive Officer of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), describing the move as unfair and potentially damaging to morale within the health sect...