Ghana Ministry of Lands Partners with World Gold Council to Promote Sustainable Gold Mining
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has partnered with the World Gold Council (WGC) in a major initiative to strengthen sustainable gold mining in Ghana. The collaboration aims to bring international expertise and market access to Ghana’s gold sector while addressing the persistent challenge of illegal mining in Ghana. As part of the partnership,…
U.S. Senate Moves to Block Trump From Further Military Action in Venezuela Without Approval
The U.S. Senate has advanced a war powers resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump from launching further military action against Venezuela without congressional authorization, marking a rare bipartisan challenge to presidential authority. The measure was approved in a 52–47 vote on Thursday, with several Republicans joining Democrats to push it forward. The resolution follows…
Ablakwa Assures Ghanaians Amid Rising US Visa Sanctions
Foreign Affairs Minister and member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has assured Ghanaians that the Mahama Administration will continue to protect the country’s interests amid growing United States visa sanctions and the introduction of $15,000 visa bonds for travellers from some countries. In a statement, Mr. Ablakwa noted that as more countries…
Abeiku Santana Credits Shatta Wale for Fighting for Fair Pay and Respect for Ghanaian Artistes.
Renowned Ghanaian media personality Abeiku Santana has praised dancehall star Shatta Wale for transforming the way Ghanaian musicians are treated in the entertainment industry. Santana described Shatta Wale’s efforts as pivotal in moving the industry away from a time when artistes were underpaid and undervalued. Santana explained that Shatta Wale has consistently fought for better…
Theremin: The Musical Instrument You Play Without Touching
Have you ever seen a musical instrument played without being touched? Meet the theremin, one of the most unusual and fascinating instruments in the world. Invented in 1920 by Russian physicist Léon Theremin, the theremin produces sound using invisible electromagnetic fields. Unlike traditional instruments, you don’t press keys or pluck strings. Instead, the musician moves…
Doreen Avio Stuns in Red at EMY Africa’s 10th Anniversary, Celebrates Designer Quophi Akotuah’s Legacy
Celebrated Ghanaian on-air personality Doreen Avio, known for her vibrant presence on Day Break Hitz on Hitz 103.9FM, turned heads at the 10th anniversary of EMY Africa over the weekend. Dressed in a striking red ensemble crafted by fashion maestro Quophi Akotuah, Doreen paid glowing tribute to their three-year creative partnership. “They say it takes…
Kpong–Asikuma Road Users Raise Concerns Over Poor Construction Practices
The Kpong to Asikuma Road, a vital link connecting Accra to the Eastern, Volta, Oti, and Northern regions, has come under sharp criticism from road users who say contractors are repeating old mistakes instead of providing lasting solutions. Creative arts journalist and digital strategist, Jonilar, has voiced his frustration as both a taxpayer and frequent…
Doreen Avio urges stronger backing for female musicians
Entertainment journalist Doreen Avio has called on Ghanaians to show greater support for women in the music industry, stressing that female artistes are excelling and deserve wider recognition. Doreen highlighted Gyakie, Wendy Shay, and Cina Soul as examples of women making remarkable strides with their recently released albums After Midnight, Ready, and Did I Lie, respectively. In a Facebook…
Call for Regulation of Community Information Centres Amid Misinformation and Noise Pollution
A growing concern over the misuse of community information centres in Ghana has sparked calls for urgent regulation by national authorities. These centres, often operating via loudspeakers in rural and peri-urban areas, are being used to broadcast unverified content, advertise unapproved products, and spread fear through religious manipulation. “Many of the products advertised on these…
Traditional Festivals at Risk: Ghana’s Cultural Heritage Faces a Generational Disconnect
Ghana’s vibrant traditional festivals—once the heartbeat of community identity and storytelling—are facing a quiet crisis. According to cultural advocate and digital strategist Jonilar, many indigenous communities are losing grip on the very traditions that define them. “Festivals are not just entertainment,” Jonilar wrote in a recent Facebook post dated October 15. “They are a celebration…
