Declining condom use among youth alarming – Ghana AIDS Commission

The Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has raised alarm over the declining use of condoms among young people, attributing the trend to a reduced fear of HIV and AIDS infections. Mr Isaiah Doe Kwao, Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation at GAC,...

Healthy Habits: Natural DIY Care Solutions

By Jennifer Wimmer Creating your own personal care products at home can be simple, affordable and fun. Plus, your homemade creations will skip the harsh chemicals found in many store-bought brands. With just a few natural ingredients like coconut...

President Mahama pledges Catholic university, regional hospital for Damongo

President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to establish two major projects, the Catholic Science and Technology University and a regional hospital in Damongo in the Savannah Region. The President announced a courtesy call by the Catholic...

Ghana Medical Trust Fund deepens commitment to NCD care with visit to Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital

The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) has reaffirmed its commitment to equitable healthcare delivery across all regions with a working visit to the Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital in the Central Region. The visit marked the final stop of a...

Ghana-Grenada reaffirm commitment to improve bilateral relations

Ghana and Grenada have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations in key sectors of their economies for the mutual benefit of their citizens. The priority areas of cooperation include education, health, climate change,...

Double Jubilee of Ghana’s Cape Coast Archdiocese to Highlight Years of Faith and Service: Local Ordinary

The Eucharistic celebration will bring together over 10,000 faithful and about 350 Priests. “We shall thank God for 75 years of His goodness to the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Cape Coast and the entire Church in Ghana,” he said. At the end of the...

Ghana boxing ‘reset’ comeback nears as IMC reviews final medical protocols

The return of professional boxing in Ghana is drawing closer as the Interim Boxing Management Committee (IMC) overseeing the sport’s normalization process reports significant progress. The IMC’s Medical Sub-Committee has finalized and submitted a...

Ghana’s Future at Risk: Poisoned lands, sick children, and a booming illegal gold economy- Minority raises alarm

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has called on the government to move beyond dialogue and take urgent action to combat illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, warning of its severe environmental and health consequences. Addressing...

Ghana’s Pension Funds could unlock over $1bn for private investment –Report

A new report released by the African Private Capital Association (AVCA) has revealed that Ghana’s pension funds could unlock more than US$1 billion for private sector investment—a shift that could transform domestic development financing. The...

2025 MLS playoffs Round 1 preview, predictions: Can anyone stop Philly? – Ghana Latest Football News, Live Scores, Results

Open Extended Reactions The 2025 MLS Cup playoffs kicked off on Wednesday with the Wild Card round, which saw the ninth seeds from both the East and West get knocked out, leaving the Chicago Fire and Portland Timbers to move on. Their reward?...

Ghanaian scientist pioneers cryogen-free medical imaging breakthrough

A team of researchers, including Ghanaian scientist Joseph Nana Gyesi of Wayne State University, has developed a revolutionary technology that could make advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) more accessible to hospitals across Africa. The...

14 seriously injured in dawn collision on Kumasi-Accra highway

A devastating traffic accident involving a commercial Sprinter bus and a stationary tipper truck has left at least 14 people seriously injured in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025. The crash occurred on the notoriously hazardous...

Ghana and Grenada Strengthen Ties at Landmark Political Consultation Meeting

Ghana and Grenada have reaffirmed their shared historical bonds and strengthened bilateral cooperation during the maiden Ghana–Grenada Political Consultation Meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in Accra on...

How Mastercard Foundation Is Empowering Next-Gen Health Innovation

1 Across Africa, a new generation of innovators is transforming how we prevent, detect, and manage health challenges. From AI-powered diagnostics to malaria-fighting soap, youth-led ventures are proving that bold ideas can save lives — and scale...

Edutainment mix: How creative campaigns are linking men’s mental health, suicide awareness and breast cancer

In recent years, awareness around men’s mental health and suicide has intensified, highlighting a quiet epidemic of emotional pain. Every October, the world turns pink. Ribbons, T-shirts, and banners remind us of the ongoing fight against breast...

Rotary Club Obuasi partners AGA Health Foundation to mark World Polio Day

In a strong show of community collaboration and global health advocacy, the Rotary Club of Obuasi joined forces with the AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Health Foundation Hospital to commemorate World Polio Day 2025. The event, held at the AGA Health...

Curbing Fraud and Abuse in Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme: The urgent reforms needed

For more than two decades, Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) has been a beacon of social protection, ensuring that millions of citizens access basic healthcare without facing financial catastrophe. Yet, beneath this achievement lies...

Grenada and Ghana sign landmark health cooperation agreement

The governments of Grenada and the Republic of Ghana have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the health sector through the temporary deployment of Ghanaian registered nurses to...

Palm Valley Rotary builds bridges — and wells — in Ghana

The Rotary Club of Palm Valley is stepping into a new chapter of service, one that stretches far beyond Ponte Vedra Beach and reaches across the Atlantic to the villages of Ghana. There, in communities where clean water is scarce, the club is...

Ghana Christian University College accreditation revoked

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (N&MC) of Ghana has revoked the professional accreditation of Ghana Christian University College, located along the Amrahia-Dodowa Road, citing multiple regulatory violations. The withdrawal, which took effect in...